Church Micro 266 - Chislet Traditional Cache

The church of "St. Mary  the Virgin" at Chislet is a strange site, its distinctive tower is a local landmark. The central spire is of Norman construction and the church shows signs of many extensions and alterations. The church is surrounded by a small graveyard and land on the opposite side of the road has also been used for burials.

The village of Chislet although now small was once the site of the most northern colliery in Kent. The colliery was opened in 1919 and produced coal on and off until 1968 when it was closed down. The village of Hersden to the south of Chislet was built to house the mainly Welsh miners.

When parking please make sure you keep your vehicle off of the grass verge outside the church to prevent it from becoming churned up.