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Keld Heads lead smelt mill and mine complex is a scheduled ancient monument located in Yorkshire that represents industrial activity associated with lead extraction and processing. The site dates from the post-medieval period, reflecting the significant expansion of lead mining in the Pennines during the sixteenth century and later. The complex comprises remains of mining workings and associated smelting infrastructure that illustrate the technological and economic importance of lead production to the region during this era. The monument survives as earthworks and structural remains that contribute to understanding the development of extractive industries in northern England.
Keld Heads lead smelt mill and mine complex is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014763. View the official record →
Keld Heads lead smelt mill and mine complex is a scheduled ancient monument located in Yorkshire that represents industrial activity associated with lead extraction and processing. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014763.
Keld Heads lead smelt mill and mine complex 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 1014763.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairn 255m south west of Moor House Farm (1 km), Roman fort at Wensley (1.9 km), Wensley Bridge (2.2 km).
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