Mid 19th century Gas Works, Sydney Street (EHER 40391)
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Summary
Mid 19th century gas works.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 0859 1636 (67m by 63m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BRIGHTLINGSEA, TENDRING, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
The formation of Brightlingsea Gas and Coke Co. Ltd took place in 1862
"Gas Works were established in 1863 at a cost of about £2,500....John Nichols, Engineer"; according to the 1867 P.O. Directory.
Kelly's Directories for 1870-1900 list Ellis Charles Atkins as Secretary. J. Nichols was still Engineer or Manager in 1884. GWD and S gives F. Selby as Manager in 1900 and John Matlock as Manager and Secretary in 1915.
In 1924 and 1937 Percy R. Huggett was Manager and Secretary.
In 1923 13.9m were made from 900 tons of coal.
The 1937 make was 20m from 1,400 tons of coal. Horizontal retorts.
In 1948 P.R. Huggett was Engineer, Manager and Secretary and the annual make was 33m. <1>.
Sources
- <1> SEX62158 Digital archive: Horne, J.. 2001. Gas Works in Essex.