Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPleasley Colliery

Pleasley Colliery

England
List entry 1015641
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Pleasley Colliery is a nineteenth-century coal mining complex located near Mansfield in Derbyshire. The site preserves substantial remains of industrial infrastructure including a distinctive engine house, mining shafts, and associated structures that date primarily to the 1870s and later decades of the nineteenth century. The colliery represents an important example of Victorian-era coal extraction technology and the development of Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire's coalfield industries. The site has been designated as a heritage monument in recognition of its archaeological and historical significance as evidence of the region's industrial heritage and mining operations.

Pleasley Colliery is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015641. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Pleasley Colliery?

Pleasley Colliery is a nineteenth-century coal mining complex located near Mansfield in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015641.

Who is responsible for protecting Pleasley Colliery?

Pleasley Colliery 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 1015641.

What other scheduled monuments are near Pleasley Colliery?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman villa ESE of Northfield House (2.6 km), Skegby Manor House, immediately south east of Pond Cottage (3.4 km), Hardwick Old Hall: an Elizabethan great house (3.8 km).

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