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The lime kilns at The Dell, off Wragby Road, form a scheduled ancient monument representing the industrial heritage of Lincolnshire. The site comprises the remains of lime-burning installations that date to the post-medieval period, reflecting the importance of lime production to local agriculture and construction. Lime kilns such as these were essential to rural and urban economies, providing lime for agricultural improvement through spreading on fields and for mortar and plaster in building works. The physical remains at The Dell preserve evidence of this significant but often archaeologically overlooked aspect of England's industrial past.
Lime kilns at The Dell, off Wragby Road is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021082. View the official record →
The lime kilns at The Dell, off Wragby Road, form a scheduled ancient monument representing the industrial heritage of Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021082.
Lime kilns at The Dell, off Wragby Road 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 1021082.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Monk's Abbey (0.8 km), Grey Friars Museum, Broadgate (1 km), Roman and medieval town wall with gate in Saltergate (1.1 km).
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