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 listed historic building located in Sussex, England. The structure dates from the medieval or early post-medieval period and represents an example of industrial heritage associated with local metalworking activities. As a forge, the building would have served the community's practical needs for the manufacture and repair of iron tools and implements. The site is recorded within the national heritage list as a monument of historical significance to the understanding of Sussex's industrial development.

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 listed historic building 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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