Cliffe Explosives Works, Cliffe and Cliffe Woods - Medway (UA)

Extensive remains of former explosive works dating from around 1890 with rapid expansion during First World War and in use until the 1920's. Constructed of reinforced concrete but with severe deterioration and collapse. No public access.

Site Details

Designated Site Name:

Cliffe Explosives Works

Heritage Category:

Scheduled Monument

List Entry Number:

1428315

Local Planning Authority:

Medway (UA)

Site Type:

Defence

Location

Building Name:

Cliffe Explosives Works

Unitary Authority:

Medway (UA)

Parish:

Cliffe and Cliffe Woods

Parliamentary Constituency:

Rochester and Strood

Region:

London and South East

Assessment Information

Assessment Type:

Building or structure

Condition:

Poor

Occupancy / Use:

Vacant/not in use

Priority:

C - Slow decay; no solution agreed

Previous Priority:

C

Ownership:

Private