Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRam Hill Colliery and dramway

Ram Hill Colliery and dramway

England
List entry 1021386
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Ram Hill Colliery and dramway is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of coal-mining infrastructure located in Gloucestershire. The site dates from the eighteenth century and represents the early industrial development of coal extraction in the Forest of Dean region. The monument includes the colliery workings and an associated dramway, a horse-drawn railway used to transport coal from the pit to distribution points. These remains are significant as evidence of the transition from medieval to early modern industrial activity in the area, demonstrating the technical systems employed in Georgian-era coal mining operations.

Ram Hill Colliery and dramway is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021386. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ram Hill Colliery and dramway?

Ram Hill Colliery and dramway is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of coal-mining infrastructure located in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021386.

Who is responsible for protecting Ram Hill Colliery and dramway?

Ram Hill Colliery and dramway 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 1021386.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ram Hill Colliery and dramway?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bury Hillfort (2.9 km), Brandy Bottom Colliery, part of Parkfield Colliery (3.2 km), Standing cross 240m north west of Holly Hill Farm (3.2 km).

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