During the early part of the 20th century, Corfe Mullen was famous for its Violet and Lavender farming, which was centred around Violet Farm. A total of around 60 acres was planted.
Lavender perfume was very popular in the 1900’s. An oil was produced from the crops which was sent to a factory built at Broadstone to be turned into perfume. The perfume was marketed in bottles with pictures of Broadstone on the front.
The factory burned down in 1935. The trade diminished leading to the demolition of the farm in the 1960s together with a 300 year old tithe barn to make way for the nearby houses on Violet Farm Close.
The cache has been placed a short walk away from the location of the original buildings.
Stealth may be required as it can be a busy road. Wheelchair cache may need assistance to grab the cache
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