Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHaig Colliery

Haig Colliery

England
List entry 1017644
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Haig Colliery is a coal mine located in Whitehaven, Cumberland, which operated as a productive colliery from the late nineteenth century onwards. The site represents the industrial heritage of West Cumberland's significant coal-mining industry, which developed substantially during the Victorian and Edwardian periods. The colliery's physical remains include surface structures associated with coal extraction and processing typical of major pit operations of this era. The monument is designated for its historical importance to the region's industrial economy and the development of deep mining techniques in northwest England.

Haig Colliery is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017644. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Haig Colliery?

Haig Colliery is a coal mine located in Whitehaven, Cumberland, which operated as a productive colliery from the late nineteenth century onwards. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017644.

Who is responsible for protecting Haig Colliery?

Haig Colliery 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 1017644.

What other scheduled monuments are near Haig Colliery?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Saltom coal pit (0.4 km), Duke Pit fan house (0.5 km), Whitehaven Old Fort, an 18th century coastal battery overlooking Whitehaven Harbour and an associated lime kiln, 80m west of the southern end of Old Quay (0.8 km).

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