Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMousehole Forge, Malin Bridge

Mousehole Forge, Malin Bridge

England
List entry 1004804
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Mousehole Forge, Malin Bridge, is a historic forge situated in South Yorkshire. The structure dates from the eighteenth century and represents an important example of early industrial metalworking infrastructure associated with the development of Sheffield's cutlery and metalware trades. The forge demonstrates the physical characteristics typical of water-powered workshop buildings of this period, reflecting the area's exploitation of local watercourses for industrial production. Its survival provides evidence of the transition from rural craft production to the mechanised manufacturing processes that would define Sheffield's industrial economy in the nineteenth century.

Mousehole Forge, Malin Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004804. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mousehole Forge, Malin Bridge?

Mousehole Forge, Malin Bridge, is a historic forge situated in South Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004804.

Who is responsible for protecting Mousehole Forge, Malin Bridge?

Mousehole Forge, Malin Bridge 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 1004804.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mousehole Forge, Malin Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cementation furnace, Hoyle Street (2.6 km), Bower Spring cementation furnace (3 km), The Shepherd Wheel (3.8 km).

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