Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBrightside lead mine, 80m south west of Brightside Cottage

Brightside lead mine, 80m south west of Brightside Cottage

England
List entry 1018688
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Brightside lead mine is a medieval and early modern lead extraction site located in Derbyshire. The mine represents evidence of metal working exploitation in the region during periods when lead mining formed an important part of the local economy. The site comprises physical remains visible in the landscape, characteristic of small-scale extractive industries that operated in this area. Its designation as an ancient monument reflects the archaeological and historical importance of preserved mining activity from this period of English industrial heritage.

Brightside lead mine, 80m south west of Brightside Cottage is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018688. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Brightside lead mine, 80m south west of Brightside Cottage?

Brightside lead mine is a medieval and early modern lead extraction site located in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018688.

Who is responsible for protecting Brightside lead mine, 80m south west of Brightside Cottage?

Brightside lead mine, 80m south west of Brightside Cottage 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 1018688.

What other scheduled monuments are near Brightside lead mine, 80m south west of Brightside Cottage?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Conksbury deserted medieval settlement (7.8 km), Rowsley Bridge (7.8 km), Bowl barrow on Haddon Fields (8 km).

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