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Lumford Mill is a historic watermill located in Bakewell, Derbyshire, with origins traceable to the medieval period. The mill represents an important example of industrial heritage along the River Wye, where water power was harnessed for grain milling operations that served the local community. The surviving structures reflect modifications and adaptations made across several centuries of use, demonstrating the evolving technology of milling practice from the medieval period onwards. As a designated monument, Lumford Mill exemplifies the significance of water-powered industrial sites in the economic and social fabric of the Derbyshire Peak District.
Lumford Mill, Bakewell is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012436. View the official record →
Lumford Mill is a historic watermill located in Bakewell, Derbyshire, with origins traceable to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012436.
Lumford Mill, Bakewell 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 1012436.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Long Dale bowl barrow (8.8 km), Smerrill Moor bowl barrow (8.9 km), Lead mines 600m and 980m south west of Oddo House Farm (8.9 km).
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