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Saltom coal pit is a scheduled ancient monument located near Whitehaven in Cumberland, representing one of the earliest deep coal mines in England. The pit dates from the late 17th century and is associated with the pioneering coal mining operations developed in the Whitehaven area during the late Stuart period. The site preserves evidence of the transition from surface and shallow mining to deeper shaft mining technology, which was significant for the development of English coal extraction methods. The monument survives as earthworks and structural remains that document the industrial archaeology of this important early modern mining venture.
Saltom coal pit is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017558. View the official record →
Saltom coal pit is a scheduled ancient monument located near Whitehaven in Cumberland, representing one of the earliest deep coal mines in England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017558.
Saltom coal pit 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 1017558.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Haig Colliery (0.4 km), Duke Pit fan house (0.9 km), Whitehaven Old Fort, an 18th century coastal battery overlooking Whitehaven Harbour and an associated lime kiln, 80m west of the southern end of Old Quay (1 km).
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