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Elfhow potash pit is a scheduled ancient monument located in Westmorland, England. The site represents evidence of early modern industrial activity, specifically the extraction and processing of potash, a valuable alkali substance used historically in glass-making, soap production, and other manufacturing processes. The pit itself demonstrates the physical remains of this extractive industry, preserving evidence of the methods and scale of potash working during the period of its operation.
Elfhow potash pit is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007073. View the official record →
Elfhow potash pit is a scheduled ancient monument located in Westmorland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007073.
Elfhow potash pit 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 1007073.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tower of ruined chapel of St Margaret (1.9 km), Romano-British settlement, 450m east of High Borrans (3.6 km), Burneside Hall, pele tower and gatehouse (5.6 km).
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