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Tankerville lead mine is a scheduled ancient monument located in Shropshire, England, representing evidence of medieval or early modern lead extraction activity in the region. The site comprises the physical remains of mining workings, including surface features such as spoil heaps and shafts that document historical mineral exploitation. Lead mining in Shropshire formed part of broader exploitation of the county's mineral resources during the medieval period and later, though the precise dating and operational phases of Tankerville require reference to detailed archaeological investigation records. The monument's scheduling reflects its significance as a record of industrial archaeology and the historical economy of the area.
Tankerville lead mine is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014865. View the official record →
Tankerville lead mine is a scheduled ancient monument located in Shropshire, England, representing evidence of medieval or early modern lead extraction activity in the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014865.
Tankerville lead mine 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 1014865.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte and bailey castle with associated remains of a medieval village and ridge and furrow cultivation, 200m west of St Peter's Church (8.1 km), Motte and bailey castle 100m west of Holy Trinity Church (8.7 km), Hardwick castle motte and bailey castle 140m WSW of Hardwick Hall (9 km).
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