Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGunns Mills furnace

Gunns Mills furnace

England
List entry 1002080
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Gunns Mills furnace is a charcoal blast furnace located in Gloucestershire that dates to the eighteenth century. The monument represents the iron-smelting industrial heritage of the Forest of Dean region, which was a significant centre of iron production during the early modern period. The furnace structure itself survives as a substantial stone-built installation, reflecting the technical requirements of charcoal-based iron smelting operations. The site forms part of the broader archaeological and industrial landscape of Gloucestershire's metalworking heritage.

Gunns Mills furnace is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002080. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Gunns Mills furnace?

Gunns Mills furnace is a charcoal blast furnace located in Gloucestershire that dates to the eighteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002080.

Who is responsible for protecting Gunns Mills furnace?

Gunns Mills furnace 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 1002080.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gunns Mills furnace?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Welshbury hillfort and associated earthworks (0.6 km), Little Dean camp (2.5 km), Cross in All Saints' churchyard (3.9 km).

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