Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFakenham gasworks

Fakenham gasworks

England
List entry 1003908
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Fakenham gasworks is a nineteenth-century industrial site located in Norfolk, England. The site preserves structural remains associated with gas production, representing an important phase of industrial development during the Victorian era when such works became essential infrastructure for urban and market town utilities. The physical character of the site reflects the technological processes of coal gas manufacture, which supplied lighting and heating to the local community. As a listed ancient monument, the gasworks constitutes a significant example of industrial heritage demonstrating Norfolk's participation in nineteenth-century industrial expansion.

Fakenham gasworks is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003908. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Fakenham gasworks?

Fakenham gasworks is a nineteenth-century industrial site located in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003908.

Who is responsible for protecting Fakenham gasworks?

Fakenham gasworks 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 1003908.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fakenham gasworks?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Remains of St Stephen's Priory (0.5 km), Deserted village (site of) (1.5 km), Cross in All Saints' churchyard, Toftrees (2.7 km).

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