Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGreenside lime kiln 480m west of Castle Howe

Greenside lime kiln 480m west of Castle Howe

England
List entry 1020923
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Greenside lime kiln is a masonry lime kiln situated approximately 480 metres west of Castle Howe in Westmorland. The kiln dates from the post-medieval period and represents the industrial exploitation of local limestone resources for agricultural and building purposes. Constructed from stone, the kiln survives as a substantial structural monument indicative of the lime-burning industries that characterised the Lake District and northern English landscapes from the seventeenth century onwards. The site demonstrates the historical importance of lime production to the regional economy, serving both the improvement of agricultural land and the supply of material for mortar and plaster in construction.

Greenside lime kiln 480m west of Castle Howe is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020923. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Greenside lime kiln 480m west of Castle Howe?

Greenside lime kiln is a masonry lime kiln situated approximately 480 metres west of Castle Howe in Westmorland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020923.

Who is responsible for protecting Greenside lime kiln 480m west of Castle Howe?

Greenside lime kiln 480m west of Castle Howe 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 1020923.

What other scheduled monuments are near Greenside lime kiln 480m west of Castle Howe?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Part of Helsington medieval village immediately west of Briggs House Farm (3.3 km), Round cairn 230m north of Berry Holme (3.7 km), Castlesteads small multivallate hillfort on The Helm (4.4 km).

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