Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCoke ovens at Inkerman Farm

Coke ovens at Inkerman Farm

England
List entry 1018228
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Coke ovens at Inkerman Farm is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of industrial-period coke production facilities located in Durham, England. The site dates to the nineteenth century and represents the expansion of coal processing industries across the Durham coalfield during the Victorian era. The surviving structures consist of the physical remnants of beehive or similar oven types that were used to convert coal into coke, a vital fuel for iron smelting and other industrial processes. The monument preserves evidence of the intensive mineral extraction and heavy industry that characterised the region's economic development in this period.

Coke ovens at Inkerman Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018228. View the official record →

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What is Coke ovens at Inkerman Farm?

Coke ovens at Inkerman Farm is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of industrial-period coke production facilities located in Durham, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018228.

Who is responsible for protecting Coke ovens at Inkerman Farm?

Coke ovens at Inkerman Farm 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 1018228.

What other scheduled monuments are near Coke ovens at Inkerman Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bradley Hall fortified house and underground passages, moated site, pillow mound and fishponds (3.8 km), Medieval settlement (4.5 km), Harperley Working Camp, World War II prisoner of war camp at Craigside (4.7 km).

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