Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRiverhall blast furnace

Riverhall blast furnace

England
List entry 1002220
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Riverhall blast furnace is a scheduled ancient monument located in Sussex, England, representing the iron-working industries of the Weald during the early modern period. The furnace dates to the sixteenth century and forms part of the extensive archaeological and industrial heritage associated with Wealden iron production, when the region was a centre of significant iron smelting activity. The monument survives as a substantial earthwork and structural remains which preserve evidence of the technological processes and landscape modifications undertaken during this period of intensive metalworking. The site contributes to understanding the development of blast furnace technology and the economic importance of iron production in southern England during the Tudor and early Stuart periods.

Riverhall blast furnace is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002220. View the official record →

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What is Riverhall blast furnace?

Riverhall blast furnace is a scheduled ancient monument located in Sussex, England, representing the iron-working industries of the Weald during the early modern period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002220.

Who is responsible for protecting Riverhall blast furnace?

Riverhall blast furnace 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 1002220.

What other scheduled monuments are near Riverhall blast furnace?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hillfort and 19th century folly on Saxonbury Hill (2.4 km), Medieval moated site and post-Medieval ice-house, Moat Farm (4.4 km), Mayfield iron furnace (5.5 km).

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