Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRailway embankment N of Wirksworth

Railway embankment N of Wirksworth

England
List entry 1007031
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Railway embankment N of Wirksworth is a nineteenth-century railway earthwork located in Derbyshire. The embankment represents the physical infrastructure of the railway network that expanded rapidly across England during the Industrial Revolution, serving the transport needs of the Peak District's mining and quarrying industries. As a designated ancient monument, it is recognised for its historical significance in documenting the development of transport and engineering during this period of major industrial change.

Railway embankment N of Wirksworth is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007031. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Railway embankment N of Wirksworth?

Railway embankment N of Wirksworth is a nineteenth-century railway earthwork located in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007031.

Who is responsible for protecting Railway embankment N of Wirksworth?

Railway embankment N of Wirksworth 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 1007031.

What other scheduled monuments are near Railway embankment N of Wirksworth?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing cross in the churchyard of St Mary's Church (1.6 km), Ivet Low bowl barrow (3.2 km), Alderwasley Chapel (4 km).

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