Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLead mines 600m and 980m south west of Oddo House Farm

Lead mines 600m and 980m south west of Oddo House Farm

England
List entry 1019045
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The lead mines located 600 metres and 980 metres south-west of Oddo House Farm form part of Derbyshire's extensive mining heritage, representing exploitation of the county's rich mineral deposits. These workings date to the post-medieval period and reflect the industrial expansion of lead extraction in the region, which intensified from the sixteenth century onwards. The mines are evidenced by surface features including excavated ground and associated spoil heaps characteristic of small-scale lead working. Such sites are significant for understanding the development of Derbyshire's mining industry and the landscape modifications wrought by mineral extraction over successive centuries.

Lead mines 600m and 980m south west of Oddo House Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019045. View the official record →

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What is Lead mines 600m and 980m south west of Oddo House Farm?

The lead mines located 600 metres and 980 metres south-west of Oddo House Farm form part of Derbyshire's extensive mining heritage, representing exploitation of the county's rich mineral deposits. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019045.

Who is responsible for protecting Lead mines 600m and 980m south west of Oddo House Farm?

Lead mines 600m and 980m south west of Oddo House Farm 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 1019045.

What other scheduled monuments are near Lead mines 600m and 980m south west of Oddo House Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church (7.6 km), Anglian high cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church (7.6 km), Medieval settlement, including fishpond and open field system, immediately north and 240m south of Lea Cottage Farm (8.5 km).

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