11. The Arlesey Bomb fishing weight was developed by angler perch from the local chalk pits . 12. The Greek Theatre was based on that at Epidaurus and built in a disused chalk pit . 13. The site and the roadside nature reserve near the chalk pit are managed by Kent Wildlife Trust. 14. The nearby chalk pits in Burham had been in use as long ago as the Roman occupation. 15. In September 1833, William Marshall was killed by an earthquake in a chalk pit at Cocking. 16. Sulham Woods form one side of the village, features including many chalk pits and open rolling fields. 17. The chalk pit known as Quidhampton Quarry is outside the parish, to the north of the A36. 18. The chalk pits and lime kilns were leased by the Cowdray Estate to various people over the years. 19. Just a short way along the track is another Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve at Kiplingcotes Chalk Pit . 20. The chalk pits expose sands and gravels which are associated with the ancient course of the River Thames.
