Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBob Gin Pitt mine drainage system 520m south east of Wallington Hall

Bob Gin Pitt mine drainage system 520m south east of Wallington Hall

England
List entry 1020739
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bob Gin Pitt is a historic mine drainage system located approximately 520 metres south-east of Wallington Hall in Northumberland. The site represents industrial mining infrastructure associated with lead or coal extraction in the region, typical of the extensive mineral workings that characterised parts of Northumberland from the medieval period onwards. The drainage system reflects the practical engineering solutions required to manage water ingress in underground mining operations, a persistent technical challenge that miners addressed through various methods over successive centuries. The monument's survival as a recorded archaeological feature underscores the historical importance of extractive industries to the local economy and landscape.

Bob Gin Pitt mine drainage system 520m south east of Wallington Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020739. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bob Gin Pitt mine drainage system 520m south east of Wallington Hall?

Bob Gin Pitt is a historic mine drainage system located approximately 520 metres south-east of Wallington Hall in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020739.

Who is responsible for protecting Bob Gin Pitt mine drainage system 520m south east of Wallington Hall?

Bob Gin Pitt mine drainage system 520m south east of Wallington Hall 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 1020739.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bob Gin Pitt mine drainage system 520m south east of Wallington Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Capheaton tilery (2.2 km), Defended settlement, 450m NNW of Ferney Chesters (2.9 km), Standing stone and adjacent round cairn, 760m north east of East Shaftoe Hall (3.9 km).

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