KELP PIT
A stone-lined pit in which seaweed was burnt. The calcined ashes were used in the manufacture of soap and glass, amongst other things.
Related Terms
| Term | Note |
|---|---|
| KELP GRID | Settings of stones on the foreshore, often arranged to form a rectangular grid, used to grow kelp for harvesting. |
| KELP KILN | A kiln in which kelp is burnt to produce alkali, used in the manufacture of soap, glass, fertilisers and other products. |
| KELP STORE | A building where kelp is stored. |
