The Chandos Glass Cone was built by James Brydges, an affluent landowner and politician in 1728 as a kiln for glassworks. Glassmaking was done at the kiln only until 1734, when it was transformed into a pottery kiln, making bricks and tiles. In 1939, the kiln was used for the last time before.

Originally 33 meters (108 feet) high, now only a few feet of its base are visible. It was destroyed in 1943. Today, the kiln is listed as an ancient monument.

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Location: Bridgwater, Sedgemoor District, Somerset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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