Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFormer Royal Naval Cordite Factory

Former Royal Naval Cordite Factory

England
List entry 1019151
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Former Royal Naval Cordite Factory is a First World War munitions manufacturing facility located in Dorset. The factory was established to produce cordite, the smokeless propellant essential for naval artillery ammunition during the conflict. The site represents a significant example of early twentieth-century industrial archaeology and wartime production infrastructure. The remains of the factory buildings and associated structures document the scale and organisation of British military manufacturing during 1914–1918.

Former Royal Naval Cordite Factory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019151. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Former Royal Naval Cordite Factory?

Former Royal Naval Cordite Factory is a First World War munitions manufacturing facility located in Dorset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019151.

Who is responsible for protecting Former Royal Naval Cordite Factory?

Former Royal Naval Cordite Factory 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 1019151.

What other scheduled monuments are near Former Royal Naval Cordite Factory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Corfe Castle: a large enclosure castle, and 18th century Vineyard Bridge (9.1 km), Hilltop enclosure and a pillow mound on Knowle Hill (9.2 km), Bowl barrow on Stonehill Down, 250m south of East Creech Farm (9.2 km).

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