Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCoke ovens, 120m north east of Summerley House

Coke ovens, 120m north east of Summerley House

England
List entry 1018379
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Coke ovens, 120 metres north east of Summerley House is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of industrial-period coke production facilities. The site dates to the nineteenth century and represents the expansion of coal processing and iron-working industries in Derbyshire during the Industrial Revolution. The surviving structures exemplify the technological developments in coke manufacture, a process essential to iron smelting that transformed British industrial output. The monument is located within a landscape substantially shaped by extractive and manufacturing industries, reflecting the region's significance to national industrial development.

Coke ovens, 120m north east of Summerley House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018379. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Coke ovens, 120m north east of Summerley House?

Coke ovens, 120 metres north east of Summerley House is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of industrial-period coke production facilities. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018379.

Who is responsible for protecting Coke ovens, 120m north east of Summerley House?

Coke ovens, 120m north east of Summerley House 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 1018379.

What other scheduled monuments are near Coke ovens, 120m north east of Summerley House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing cross at the Church of St James, Norton (4.1 km), Holmesfield moated site and headland (4.7 km), Castle Hill motte and bailey castle (5 km).

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