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Low Gatebeck gunpowder works is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of an industrial powder mill complex situated in Westmorland. The site dates to the 18th century, when it formed part of England's gunpowder manufacturing infrastructure during a period of significant industrial development in the Lake District region. The works would have consisted of the characteristic dispersed arrangement of stone-built structures typical of gunpowder mills, designed with separation between buildings as a safety precaution against explosions. The site retains archaeological evidence of its former industrial function, though the structures themselves are now largely ruinous.
Low Gatebeck gunpowder works, 540m south west of Gatebeck Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018135. View the official record →
Low Gatebeck gunpowder works is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of an industrial powder mill complex situated in Westmorland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018135.
Low Gatebeck gunpowder works, 540m south west of Gatebeck 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 1018135.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Packhorse bridge at the Post Office (2.1 km), Hincaster Tunnel horse path (3.2 km), Levens Park, round barrows and medieval settlements, including Temple of Diana (4 km).
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