Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLittle forge

Little forge

England
List entry 1002224
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Little Forge is a late medieval or early modern smithy located in Sussex, England. The structure represents a surviving example of small-scale metalworking infrastructure from the post-medieval period, reflecting the importance of local craft production in rural Sussex communities. The forge retains physical evidence of its industrial function, including features characteristic of traditional smithing operations. As a recorded monument in the National Heritage List for England, it contributes to understanding the distribution and character of Sussex's metalworking heritage across centuries.

Little forge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002224. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Little forge?

Little Forge is a late medieval or early modern smithy located in Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002224.

Who is responsible for protecting Little forge?

Little forge 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 1002224.

What other scheduled monuments are near Little forge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Iron plat furnace (2.3 km), Medieval moated site with adjacent late medieval Pondbay, Walsh Manor, Crowborough (2.8 km), Medieval moated site, Warren Farm, Shepherd's Hill (3.5 km).

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