Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRedmires First World War Training Area

Redmires First World War Training Area

England
List entry 1417488
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Redmires First World War Training Area is a designated ancient monument in Yorkshire comprising the remains of a military training installation dating to the First World War period. The site preserves evidence of trench systems, dugouts, and associated military infrastructure constructed for training purposes during the conflict. Located in the Derbyshire Peak District, the monument illustrates the extensive preparation undertaken on the home front to train soldiers in trench warfare tactics before deployment to active service. The remains survive as earthworks and represent a significant archaeological record of the British Army's wartime training methods and infrastructure.

Redmires First World War Training Area is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1417488. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Redmires First World War Training Area?

Redmires First World War Training Area is a designated ancient monument in Yorkshire comprising the remains of a military training installation dating to the First World War period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1417488.

Who is responsible for protecting Redmires First World War Training Area?

Redmires First World War Training Area 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 1417488.

What other scheduled monuments are near Redmires First World War Training Area?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Waymarker and clapper bridge 130m south of Barbrook Bridge (8 km), Grindleford Bridge (8 km), Wayside cross on Totley Moor, west of Saltersitch Bridge (8.5 km).

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