Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHollins Mine and Bank Top iron calcining kilns

Hollins Mine and Bank Top iron calcining kilns

England
List entry 1018982
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Hollins Mine and Bank Top iron calcining kilns are a scheduled ancient monument located in Yorkshire, comprising the remains of industrial calcining infrastructure associated with ironstone processing. The kilns date from the nineteenth century and represent the technological development of iron ore preparation methods during the Industrial Revolution. The site preserves evidence of calcination processes whereby ironstone was heated to improve its suitability for smelting, reflecting the integration of mining and primary metal processing at a single location. These remains contribute to the archaeological and industrial heritage record of Yorkshire's iron industry during this period.

Hollins Mine and Bank Top iron calcining kilns is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018982. View the official record →

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What is Hollins Mine and Bank Top iron calcining kilns?

Hollins Mine and Bank Top iron calcining kilns are a scheduled ancient monument located in Yorkshire, comprising the remains of industrial calcining infrastructure associated with ironstone processing. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018982.

Who is responsible for protecting Hollins Mine and Bank Top iron calcining kilns?

Hollins Mine and Bank Top iron calcining kilns 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 1018982.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hollins Mine and Bank Top iron calcining kilns?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing cross in churchyard of St Gregory's Church at Cropton (6 km), High Cross wayside cross on Kirkgate Lane, north of Appleton-le-Moors (6.1 km), Low Cross, a reused standing stone on Kirkgate Lane in Appleton-le-Moors (6.4 km).

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