Scheduled MonumentsEnglandNorthern Dale lead mines

Northern Dale lead mines

England
List entry 1021431
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Northern Dale lead mines is a scheduled ancient monument comprising extensive lead and silver mining workings located in the Peak District of Derbyshire. The mines represent significant industrial activity spanning the medieval period through to the early modern era, with evidence of working dating from at least the 12th century onwards. The site preserves surface features including mine shafts, spoil heaps, and associated archaeological remains that document the evolution of lead extraction techniques over several centuries. Northern Dale was part of the broader and economically important lead mining industry that characterised the Derbyshire Peak District, contributing substantially to regional prosperity and England's metal supply during the medieval and post-medieval periods.

Northern Dale lead mines is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021431. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Northern Dale lead mines?

Northern Dale lead mines is a scheduled ancient monument comprising extensive lead and silver mining workings located in the Peak District of Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021431.

Who is responsible for protecting Northern Dale lead mines?

Northern Dale lead mines 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 1021431.

What other scheduled monuments are near Northern Dale lead mines?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ivet Low bowl barrow (6.3 km), Round Low bowl barrow (6.4 km), Bowl barrow on Carsington Pasture, 800m south east of Brassington Brickworks (6.8 km).

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