Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAshburnam iron furnace site

Ashburnam iron furnace site

England
List entry 1002219
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ashburnam iron furnace site is a scheduled ancient monument located in East Sussex that represents the iron-working industries of the Weald region. The site contains the remains of an iron furnace dating to the post-medieval period, when the Sussex Weald was a major centre of iron production in England. The furnace structure and associated archaeological features demonstrate the technological and industrial development of iron smelting during this era. The monument is significant as physical evidence of the economic importance of iron-working to the local and wider English economy during the early modern period.

Ashburnam iron furnace site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002219. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ashburnam iron furnace site?

Ashburnam iron furnace site is a scheduled ancient monument located in East Sussex that represents the iron-working industries of the Weald region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002219.

Who is responsible for protecting Ashburnam iron furnace site?

Ashburnam iron furnace site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1002219.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ashburnam iron furnace site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Panningridge iron furnace site (0.5 km), Holy Trinity Priory (4.5 km), Battle Abbey (6.5 km).

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