
What is recorded here
This brown commemorative plaque records: Limpsfield Pound. Stray animals were impounded here at least from the 16th century. This Pound was rebuilt before 1765 and was in use until the end of 19th century. Recorded plaque organisation: Limpsfield Parish Council.
Limpsfield Pound served as a site for impounding stray animals from at least the 16th century, reflecting medieval and early modern agricultural practices in managing livestock. Its use until the end of the 19th century illustrates the long-standing local governance methods for addressing wandering cattle and other farm animals.
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