Scheduled MonumentsWalesCrimea Colliery & Canal Quay
Post Medieval/Modern · Coal Mine

Crimea Colliery & Canal Quay

Wales
Cadw SAM GM453
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Coal Mine
Broad class
Industrial
Nation
Wales
Boundary

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Overview

History & significance

Crimea Colliery & Canal Quay is a post-medieval and modern industrial coal mine located in Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument (GM453) by Cadw. The site dates from the nineteenth century, reflecting the expansion of coal extraction and transport infrastructure during the industrial era. The colliery represents the integration of mining operations with canal-based transportation systems, essential to the movement of coal to markets and ports. The surviving physical remains include structures and features associated with both the extraction and distribution of coal, testament to the industrial heritage of the Welsh coalfield.

Crimea Colliery & Canal Quay is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM453. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Crimea Colliery & Canal Quay?

Crimea Colliery & Canal Quay is a post-medieval and modern industrial coal mine located in Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument (GM453) by Cadw. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM453.

What period does Crimea Colliery & Canal Quay date from?

Crimea Colliery & Canal Quay dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a coal mine. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Crimea Colliery & Canal Quay?

Crimea Colliery & Canal Quay is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is GM453.

What other scheduled monuments are near Crimea Colliery & Canal Quay?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Neath Castle (9.5 km), Cefn Morfydd Dyke & Earthwork (9.6 km), Neath Roman Site (9.6 km).

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