Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLittle Clifton open heap coke producing bases and associated slag heap, 220m north of Oldfield Bridge

Little Clifton open heap coke producing bases and associated slag heap, 220m north of Oldfield Bridge

England
List entry 1018072
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Little Clifton open heap coke producing bases and associated slag heap is a scheduled ancient monument located 220 metres north of Oldfield Bridge in Cumberland, England. The site comprises the physical remains of coke production facilities dating to the industrial period, with evidence of open heap methods characteristic of nineteenth-century ironworking and fuel preparation practices. The surviving archaeological features include coke-producing bases and an adjacent slag heap, which together document the industrial processes and material waste generated by these operations. These remains are significant as evidence of the industrial heritage and economic activities of the Cumberland region during the period of intensive iron and coal-related manufacturing.

Little Clifton open heap coke producing bases and associated slag heap, 220m north of Oldfield Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018072. View the official record →

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What is Little Clifton open heap coke producing bases and associated slag heap, 220m north of Oldfield Bridge?

Little Clifton open heap coke producing bases and associated slag heap is a scheduled ancient monument located 220 metres north of Oldfield Bridge in Cumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018072.

Who is responsible for protecting Little Clifton open heap coke producing bases and associated slag heap, 220m north of Oldfield Bridge?

Little Clifton open heap coke producing bases and associated slag heap, 220m north of Oldfield Bridge 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 1018072.

What other scheduled monuments are near Little Clifton open heap coke producing bases and associated slag heap, 220m north of Oldfield Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Calva Hall Bridge (1.4 km), Medieval standing cross in St Oswald's churchyard (2.8 km), Workington Hall tower house and later medieval fortified house (5.2 km).

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