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Copper mines on Ecton Hill is a complex of mineral workings located in the Manifold Valley in Staffordshire, representing significant evidence of copper extraction activity spanning several centuries. The site shows evidence of both medieval and early modern mining operations, with the most intensive exploitation occurring during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries when Ecton Hill became one of the most productive copper mines in England. The physical remains include extensive surface features such as spoil heaps, shafts, and adits that document the technological development of mining practices over time. The site is notable for its contribution to understanding the history of non-ferrous metal mining and the industrial development of the English Midlands.
Copper mines on Ecton Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021175. View the official record →
Copper mines on Ecton Hill is a complex of mineral workings located in the Manifold Valley in Staffordshire, representing significant evidence of copper extraction activity spanning several centuries. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021175.
Copper mines on Ecton 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 1021175.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 50m west of summit of Musden Low (8.3 km), Bowl barrow on summit of Musden Low (8.3 km), Bowl barrow on Milk Hill (8.4 km).
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