Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval salt workings

Medieval salt workings

England
List entry 1004930
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Medieval salt workings is a monument in Lincolnshire dating to the medieval period, representing one of the significant salt production sites in the East Midlands. The workings are characterized by the physical remains of salt-making activity, including evidence of brine extraction and evaporation processes typical of medieval coastal and inland salt production. Such sites were economically important during the medieval period, as salt was a valuable commodity essential for food preservation and other commercial purposes. The remains at this location preserve evidence of the technological methods and landscape modifications associated with medieval salt manufacture in the region.

Medieval salt workings is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004930. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval salt workings?

Medieval salt workings is a monument in Lincolnshire dating to the medieval period, representing one of the significant salt production sites in the East Midlands. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004930.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval salt workings?

Medieval salt workings 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 1004930.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval salt workings?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Magdalen College School (1.4 km), Wainfleet All Saints market cross (1.5 km), Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard (2.7 km).

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