Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGawton arsenic mine and flue

Gawton arsenic mine and flue

England
List entry 1002667
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Gawton arsenic mine and flue is a nineteenth-century arsenic extraction site located in Devon. The monument comprises the mine workings and an associated flue system, which would have been used to process arsenic ore extracted from the ground. Arsenic mining in Devon formed part of the broader industrial expansion of metal extraction in the county during the Victorian period. The site represents an important aspect of Devon's industrial heritage and the chemical processing industries that developed to exploit the region's mineral resources.

Gawton arsenic mine and flue is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002667. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Gawton arsenic mine and flue?

Gawton arsenic mine and flue is a nineteenth-century arsenic extraction site located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002667.

Who is responsible for protecting Gawton arsenic mine and flue?

Gawton arsenic mine and flue 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 1002667.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gawton arsenic mine and flue?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Okeltor 19th century arsenic, copper and tin mine (0.8 km), Bohetherick lime kiln with adjacent quay and ancillary buildings, 140m south east of Cotehele Bridge (3.2 km), Buckland Abbey (4 km).

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