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Oldknow's limekilns is a scheduled ancient monument located on Strines Road in Cheshire, comprising the remains of lime-burning structures associated with industrial activity in the region. The kilns date to the post-medieval period and represent evidence of the lime-working industry that developed to supply the local construction and agricultural sectors. The site retains physical remains indicative of the kiln structures and their operational layout, reflecting the technical requirements of lime production during this era. As a registered monument, the site preserves important archaeological evidence of the industrial heritage and economic history of the Cheshire landscape.
Oldknow's limekilns, Strines Road is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001955. View the official record →
Oldknow's limekilns is a scheduled ancient monument located on Strines Road in Cheshire, comprising the remains of lime-burning structures associated with industrial activity in the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001955.
Oldknow's limekilns, Strines Road 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 1001955.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Western bowl barrow at Knights Low (6.8 km), Eastern bowl barrow at Knights Low (6.9 km), The Bow Stones Anglian cross shafts (7.2 km).
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