Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTramway embankment

Tramway embankment

England
List entry 1004601
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Tramway embankment is a linear earthwork located in Derbyshire that dates to the Industrial Revolution period. The structure represents the physical infrastructure of early tramway transport, a significant development in the mechanization of goods movement during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The embankment survives as a raised ground feature that would have formed the trackbed for horse-drawn or early mechanical tramway traffic, demonstrating the landscape impact of industrial transport networks in the region. Such tramway infrastructure reflects the period's innovations in mining and quarrying operations, which were integral to Derbyshire's industrial economy.

Tramway embankment is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004601. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tramway embankment?

Tramway embankment is a linear earthwork located in Derbyshire that dates to the Industrial Revolution period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004601.

Who is responsible for protecting Tramway embankment?

Tramway embankment 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 1004601.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tramway embankment?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Plumbley Colliery including Seldom Seen engine house, 600m north east of Roundhill Cottages (1.8 km), Standing cross (4.4 km), Standing cross, Clowne (6.7 km).

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