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Chilworth gunpowder works is a scheduled ancient monument situated near Guildford in Surrey, comprising the remains of an industrial complex that manufactured gunpowder from the seventeenth century onwards. The site retains substantial structural evidence including buildings, earthworks, and water management features associated with powder production, reflecting the technological and logistical requirements of early modern armaments manufacture. The works operated over several centuries, with the site demonstrating the evolution of gunpowder production methods and the integration of water power into the manufacturing process. The monument represents a significant example of early industrial heritage and the development of England's domestic military supply infrastructure during a period of considerable strategic importance.
Chilworth gunpowder works is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018507. View the official record →
Chilworth gunpowder works is a scheduled ancient monument situated near Guildford in Surrey, comprising the remains of an industrial complex that manufactured gunpowder from the seventeenth century onwards. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018507.
Chilworth gunpowder 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 1018507.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earth circles on St Martha's Hill (0.8 km), Bowl barrow 90m west of Tyting Farm (1.3 km), Bowl barrow at Newlands Corner (2.3 km).
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