Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMorley Park Works

Morley Park Works

England
List entry 1007039
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Morley Park Works is a complex of medieval and post-medieval industrial earthworks located in Derbyshire. The site preserves evidence of ironworking activity, with surviving features including hammer ponds, leats, and associated archaeological deposits that document the development of iron production in the region. The works represent the exploitation of local iron ore and water resources typical of medieval and early modern industrial sites in the Midlands, with evidence of activity spanning several centuries. The surviving earthworks and landscape features provide valuable archaeological testimony to the technological and economic practices of metalworking industries during this period.

Morley Park Works is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007039. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Morley Park Works?

Morley Park Works is a complex of medieval and post-medieval industrial earthworks located in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007039.

Who is responsible for protecting Morley Park Works?

Morley Park 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 1007039.

What other scheduled monuments are near Morley Park Works?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rykneld Street section of Roman road S of Ticknall Hill (3 km), Butterley Works blast furnaces, canal tunnel and underground wharf (3.2 km), Codnor Castle (5.4 km).

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