Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of post-medieval tannery, Felkirk

Site of post-medieval tannery, Felkirk

England
List entry 1005775
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The site of a post-medieval tannery at Felkirk is a scheduled ancient monument in Yorkshire, England, representing evidence of leather-working industry from the early modern period. The tannery operated during the sixteenth to eighteenth centuries, when tanning was an established craft in rural Yorkshire communities. Archaeological remains and landscape features at the site preserve traces of the infrastructure associated with this industrial process, including evidence of the water management systems and working areas typical of period tanneries. The monument demonstrates the development of rural manufactures in post-medieval England and the integration of such industries within village settlements.

Site of post-medieval tannery, Felkirk is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005775. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Site of post-medieval tannery, Felkirk?

The site of a post-medieval tannery at Felkirk is a scheduled ancient monument in Yorkshire, England, representing evidence of leather-working industry from the early modern period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005775.

Who is responsible for protecting Site of post-medieval tannery, Felkirk?

Site of post-medieval tannery, Felkirk 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 1005775.

What other scheduled monuments are near Site of post-medieval tannery, Felkirk?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deserted medieval village of Hodroyd, Felkirk (0.2 km), Kinsley moat and fishpond (2.7 km), Wayside cross known as Kirk Cross (3.3 km).

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