Scheduled MonumentsScotlandIronstone Mine,mine & surface workings 800m NNE of Well of the Lecht
Mine & surface workings 800m nne of well of the lecht

Ironstone Mine,mine & surface workings 800m NNE of Well of the Lecht

Scotland
HES SM5945
Site type
Mine & surface workings 800m nne of well of the lecht
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ironstone Mine is an ancient mine and surface working located 800 metres north-north-east of the Well of the Lecht in Banffshire, Scotland. The site comprises both underground extraction workings and associated surface features characteristic of iron ore exploitation, though the precise dating and extent of working remain subjects of local archaeological record. The Well of the Lecht itself, situated in the surrounding landscape, represents an important historical landmark in the area. The designation as an ancient mine reflects its significance within the broader pattern of mineral resource exploitation in the Scottish Highlands, though detailed chronological attribution would depend upon archaeological investigation and local historical documentation held by Historic Environment Scotland.

Ironstone Mine,mine & surface workings 800m NNE of Well of the Lecht is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5945. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ironstone Mine,mine & surface workings 800m NNE of Well of the Lecht?

Ironstone Mine is an ancient mine and surface working located 800 metres north-north-east of the Well of the Lecht in Banffshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5945.

Who is responsible for protecting Ironstone Mine,mine & surface workings 800m NNE of Well of the Lecht?

Ironstone Mine,mine & surface workings 800m NNE of Well of the Lecht is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM5945.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ironstone Mine,mine & surface workings 800m NNE of Well of the Lecht?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Well of Lecht,well & inscription 550m NNW of Bridge of Leachd (0.9 km), Allt Tobair Fhuair, shielings 3270m W of Aldachuie (4.2 km), Allt Tobair Fhuair, shielings 2930m W of Aldachuie (4.5 km).

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