Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBeldi Hill Low Level lead mine and ore works

Beldi Hill Low Level lead mine and ore works

England
List entry 1015408
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Beldi Hill Low Level lead mine and ore works is a lead mining site located in Yorkshire, England, representing industrial extraction activity principally of the Medieval and Early Modern periods. The site encompasses the physical remains of underground mine workings and associated surface structures typical of lead ore extraction and processing from this era. The low level designation indicates mining activity conducted at shallow depths rather than deep underground shafts, a characteristic of smaller-scale or earlier phase operations. The site forms part of the broader archaeological record of lead and mineral exploitation in the Yorkshire Pennines, an area with significant medieval and post-medieval mining heritage.

Beldi Hill Low Level lead mine and ore works is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015408. View the official record →

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What is Beldi Hill Low Level lead mine and ore works?

Beldi Hill Low Level lead mine and ore works is a lead mining site located in Yorkshire, England, representing industrial extraction activity principally of the Medieval and Early Modern periods. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015408.

Who is responsible for protecting Beldi Hill Low Level lead mine and ore works?

Beldi Hill Low Level lead mine and ore works 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 1015408.

What other scheduled monuments are near Beldi Hill Low Level lead mine and ore works?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moss Dam (1.9 km), West Stonesdale lead mine and ore works (3.3 km), Gunnerside Gill lead mines and ore works (3.7 km).

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