Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCoal mining remains at Cornbrook on Clee Hill

Coal mining remains at Cornbrook on Clee Hill

England
List entry 1018470
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Coal mining remains at Cornbrook on Clee Hill is a scheduled ancient monument comprising evidence of coal extraction activity on the slopes of Clee Hill in Shropshire. The site contains physical remains of mining operations dating to the early modern and modern periods, reflecting the industrial exploitation of coal seams in this upland area. The landscape features characteristic mining debris, including spoil heaps and surface disturbance associated with shallow pit workings that represent the extraction methods employed before deep mining technology became standard. These remains are significant for understanding the economic history and industrial development of the Clee Hill district and the transition from medieval to early modern resource extraction in the region.

Coal mining remains at Cornbrook on Clee Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018470. View the official record →

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What is Coal mining remains at Cornbrook on Clee Hill?

Coal mining remains at Cornbrook on Clee Hill is a scheduled ancient monument comprising evidence of coal extraction activity on the slopes of Clee Hill in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018470.

Who is responsible for protecting Coal mining remains at Cornbrook on Clee Hill?

Coal mining remains at Cornbrook on Clee Hill 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 1018470.

What other scheduled monuments are near Coal mining remains at Cornbrook on Clee Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ring cairn and two round cairns on Hoare Edge, 550m south east of Nine Springs Farm (1.3 km), Coal mining remains immediately north east of Horseditch House on Clee Hill (1.7 km), Limeworks at The Novers (2.7 km).

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