MineArchiveMatthew Featherstonhaugh
Lessee of the Purfleet chalk-pits, three limekilns and two wharfs from 1738 on a 61-year term. Later of Hassenbrook in Stanford-le-Hope and of Uppark House in Sussex, he was created a baronet and sat as MP for Portsmouth from 1762 to 1774. His company traded variously as the Bricklayers Co., the Lime Co. and the Purfleet Co.
Mines operated
| Mine | Region | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Purfleet Chalk Pits | Essex | 1738–1794 |
Record created: 3 September 2026 · Last researched: 3 September 2026