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No, the chimney is about 5 ' to the left of the first set of holes. The holes do seem to line up with the internal measurements of the lounge on the other side though...

There are no other holes, I did a thorough check, afraid they are just marks on the wall that can be seen on the pic. So use expanding foam and silcone sealeant to plug or use proper damp proof plugs that I've seen on other properties?

Thanks all for replies, yes am already aware of the rising damp myth although those vids have been interesting viewing thank you. I was just wondering if the holes were to combat the penetrating damp but looks like I've got my answer : ) So what's best to plug those holes? Not looking forward...

Yes that's my feelings, bit on the off chance that it has been done right I'd rather check before messing it up.

Hi, I've bought a 1930s property that had some damp on survey so the owner decided to have damp proofing done. (not sure I would have bothered myself as it clearly penetrating damp caused by chimney / loose tile and old rendering that needs replacing) Having moved in I'm confused by what...

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