Erection date: 2002
Thornton's Corner
Beckenham Journal, 1881 - 1965
First British Airmail Post Office, 9th August 1902.
Bromley & Beckenham Philatelic Society 2002
BR3, Beckenham High Street, 102 - 104
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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Thornton's Corner
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Thornton's Corner
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