Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDark Hill iron works and brickworks complex and Bear 220m south and 200m south east of Yew Tree Cottage

Dark Hill iron works and brickworks complex and Bear 220m south and 200m south east of Yew Tree Cottage

England
List entry 1020803
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Dark Hill iron works and brickworks complex is a scheduled ancient monument located near Yew Tree Cottage in Gloucestershire. The site comprises the remains of iron working and brick manufacturing facilities that represent industrial activity in the region during the post-medieval period. The physical evidence at the site includes structural features and archaeological deposits associated with both iron smelting or working operations and brick production, reflecting the diversified industrial economy of the locality. These remains contribute to understanding the development of small-scale industrial activity in the Gloucestershire landscape during the early modern period.

Dark Hill iron works and brickworks complex and Bear 220m south and 200m south east of Yew Tree Cottage is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020803. View the official record →

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What is Dark Hill iron works and brickworks complex and Bear 220m south and 200m south east of Yew Tree Cottage?

Dark Hill iron works and brickworks complex is a scheduled ancient monument located near Yew Tree Cottage in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020803.

Who is responsible for protecting Dark Hill iron works and brickworks complex and Bear 220m south and 200m south east of Yew Tree Cottage?

Dark Hill iron works and brickworks complex and Bear 220m south and 200m south east of Yew Tree Cottage 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 1020803.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dark Hill iron works and brickworks complex and Bear 220m south and 200m south east of Yew Tree Cottage?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Offa's Dyke: section on Madgett Hill, 580m west of The Old Mill (9.1 km), Offa's Dyke: section in Caswell Wood, 280m west of Beeches Farm (9.5 km), The socket stone and part of the shaft of a churchyard cross in St Andrew's churchyard (9.6 km).

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