Mudlarking a Drained River with Nic & Si - Do we find Trash or Treasure? You Decide

Last year in 2020 in between lockdowns Simon, Jules and I went to Guildford to explore the River Wey. The water levels had dropped dramatically because of a collapsed weir. We find all sorts of odd bits and pieces that have been lingering on the river bed for many years. We do however make a wonderful discovery - and that is the remnants of a pipe kiln belonging to the Swinyard family who were master clay pipe makers in the late 18th and 19th century. Im happy to say that that the pipes and the remnants of the pipe kiln will be given to the Society for Clay Pipe Research for further examination! I also found a plaque with a name on and would welcome any help in researching it to see if there any descendants who would like the plaque.

In my video I mention the Society for Clay Pipe Research and how you may wish to join it! You can download an application form here:-

http://www.tidelineart.com/tideline-art-blog/the-society-for-clay-pipe-research-how-to-become-a-member

Membership of the Society is open to anyone and includes archaeologists, historians and
genealogists with a professional interest in the subject as well as libraries, collectors and ordinary
people with a general interest in pipes. The Society is a lively and friendly organisation that has
members from around the world. Why not join today and fi nd out why so many people have
become fascinated with the subject?

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And if you would like to buy me a virtual cup of earl grey tea then my Kofi site is here:-

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