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Lowwood gunpowder works is a scheduled ancient monument located in Lancashire that represents an important site of industrial heritage from the early modern period. The works operated as a gunpowder manufactory, reflecting the strategic military-industrial development of England during a period of significant national defence requirements. The site preserves physical remains associated with the powder production process, including structures and earthworks characteristic of gunpowder manufacturing complexes of its era. Its designation as a scheduled monument recognises the archaeological and historical importance of this industrial installation within Lancashire's landscape.
Lowwood gunpowder works is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018134. View the official record →
Lowwood gunpowder works is a scheduled ancient monument located in Lancashire that represents an important site of industrial heritage from the early modern period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018134.
Lowwood gunpowder works 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 1018134.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Backbarrow ironworks (1.2 km), Newby Bridge (3.3 km), Frith Hall (4.1 km).
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