Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCarrock End copper mine 230m and 490m south west of Linewath

Carrock End copper mine 230m and 490m south west of Linewath

England
List entry 1019956
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Carrock End copper mine is a Scheduled Ancient Monument situated in the fells of Cumberland, representing evidence of non-ferrous metal extraction in the Lake District region. The site comprises archaeological remains associated with copper mining activity, with recorded features located at two principal points south-west of Linewath. The monument dates to the early modern period, reflecting the expansion of mining enterprise in northern England during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. The physical remains include evidence of mining infrastructure characteristic of this period of industrial development in the upland landscape.

Carrock End copper mine 230m and 490m south west of Linewath is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019956. View the official record →

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What is Carrock End copper mine 230m and 490m south west of Linewath?

Carrock End copper mine is a Scheduled Ancient Monument situated in the fells of Cumberland, representing evidence of non-ferrous metal extraction in the Lake District region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019956.

Who is responsible for protecting Carrock End copper mine 230m and 490m south west of Linewath?

Carrock End copper mine 230m and 490m south west of Linewath 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 1019956.

What other scheduled monuments are near Carrock End copper mine 230m and 490m south west of Linewath?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn 390m west of Linewath (0.3 km), Round cairn 275m south east of High Wath Ford (0.7 km), Round cairn 250m south east of High Wath Ford (0.7 km).

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