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Downham lime kiln is a scheduled ancient monument comprising a kiln structure and associated lime yard situated north of Smithfield Farm in Lancashire. The monument dates to the post-medieval period and represents the industrial infrastructure associated with lime production, a process essential to agriculture and building construction in early modern Lancashire. The kiln and yard remain visible as physical evidence of local lime working practices, demonstrating the significance of extractive industries to the rural economy of the region during this period.
Downham lime kiln and associated lime yard 50m north of Smithfield Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021015. View the official record →
Downham lime kiln is a scheduled ancient monument comprising a kiln structure and associated lime yard situated north of Smithfield Farm in Lancashire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021015.
Downham lime kiln and associated lime yard 50m north of Smithfield 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 1021015.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Twiston lime kiln and associated tramway 250m east of Twiston Mill (2 km), Sawley Cistercian abbey and associated earthworks (2.2 km), Northern part of Rimington lead mines, part of a medieval open field system and three limestone clamp kilns 120m south east of Hollins (2.6 km).
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