Scheduled MonumentsEnglandConsall Lime Kilns

Consall Lime Kilns

England
List entry 1021002
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Consall Lime Kilns is a complex of lime kilns located near Consall in Staffordshire, representing the industrial heritage of the Churnet Valley. The kilns date from the 18th and 19th centuries, when lime production was a significant industry in the region, utilizing local limestone deposits to produce lime for agricultural and constructional purposes. The surviving structures demonstrate the technological approach to lime burning during this period, with the physical remains indicating the scale and methods of operation characteristic of rural industrial sites of the era. The site reflects the broader pattern of industrial development in Staffordshire during the Georgian and Victorian periods, when numerous such extractive and processing industries flourished in the county.

Consall Lime Kilns is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021002. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Consall Lime Kilns?

Consall Lime Kilns is a complex of lime kilns located near Consall in Staffordshire, representing the industrial heritage of the Churnet Valley. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021002.

Who is responsible for protecting Consall Lime Kilns?

Consall Lime Kilns 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 1021002.

What other scheduled monuments are near Consall Lime Kilns?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Butter Cross, 650m west of Lowerhouse Farm (3.2 km), Churchyard cross, St Edward's churchyard (4.2 km), Egg Well (4.8 km).

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