New Romney is a town in Kent, England, on the edge of Romney Marsh, a location of level, rich farming land redeemed from the sea after the harbour began to silt up. New Romney, one of the original Cinque Ports, was as soon as a sea port, with the harbour adjacent to the church, but is currently greater than a mile from the sea. A mooring ring can still be seen before the church. It is the headquarters of the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway. Like lots of towns on the marsh it has an excellent Norman church in the centre of town. This church initially stood at the harbourside, as well as its entries are numerous feet below ground degree. The church is also noteworthy for the watercraft hooks still noticeable on the side wall surfaces. New Romney's historical high street has numerous small and fascinating stores. A few businesses shut after the opening of a branch of supermarket chain Sainsbury's, yet the town keeps much of its personality. The previous almshouses in West Street are noted historical buildings of Kent; they were founded in 1610 by John Southland, a crucial regional tycoon, and rebuilt in 1734. Adjacent to these is Plantagenet House and also No 3 Old Stone Cottage, which originated as a single house constructed c. 1300-- 1350. Researchers believe it was initially the residence of the Master of The Hospital of St John the Baptist, a huge nonreligious establishment. The healthcare facility was operating by c. 1260 as well as grew up until the close of the fifteenth century.