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The Historic Environment Record is available for public and commercial use. It is an extensive collection of information relating to Kent's heritage.

This database contains information about 24,000 archaeological sites and discoveries along with details of nearly 18,000 listed buildings.

It also includes information on historic landscapes, excavations and library sources; we hold more than 5,000 archaeological reports and have a collection of aerial photographs covering much of the county from 1946 onwards.

To view the aerial photographs and archaeological reports held at County Hall in Maidstone, please make an appointment to visit. Please book at least two days in advance as space is limited.

To make an enquiry or to arrange a visit to the HER offices, call the Historic Environment Record Officer on 01622 221541 or email heritageconservation@kent.gov.uk.

Commercial users

The online Historic Environment Record is not suitable for legal, planning or professional work.

If you wish to use the Historic Environment Record for commercial purposes you should contact the Historic Environment Record Officer so that we can help you.

There is a charge for the Officer's time of £65 per hour (or part hour) with a minimum charge of £65 (we do not charge VAT). These enquiries will normally be dealt with within 7 working days.

A priority search can be carried out within two working days for £140 per hour. This service is dependent on staff availability and must be agreed with the Historic Environment Record team in advance.