Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPost-medieval glassworks 250m south east of Clarke's Bridge

Post-medieval glassworks 250m south east of Clarke's Bridge

England
List entry 1020704
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Post-medieval glassworks 250m south east of Clarke's Bridge is a former industrial site dating to the post-medieval period, located in Lancashire. The glassworks represents an important example of early modern glass manufacturing in the region, reflecting the expansion of specialist craft industries during this era. The site's location near Clarke's Bridge would have provided access to water and transport routes necessary for the movement of raw materials and finished goods. As a scheduled ancient monument, the site retains archaeological significance for understanding the development of glass production technology and industrial organisation in post-medieval Lancashire.

Post-medieval glassworks 250m south east of Clarke's Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020704. View the official record →

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What is Post-medieval glassworks 250m south east of Clarke's Bridge?

Post-medieval glassworks 250m south east of Clarke's Bridge is a former industrial site dating to the post-medieval period, located in Lancashire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020704.

Who is responsible for protecting Post-medieval glassworks 250m south east of Clarke's Bridge?

Post-medieval glassworks 250m south east of Clarke's 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 1020704.

What other scheduled monuments are near Post-medieval glassworks 250m south east of Clarke's Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of an early medieval boundary ditch known as the Nico Ditch on Denton golf course 320m south west of Lodge Farm (3.9 km), Marple aqueduct (4.8 km), Round cairn west of Hollingworthhall Moor (5.8 km).

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