Scheduled MonumentsEnglandUpper Rudland Rigg colliery, 1030m south west of Foul Pot Bridge

Upper Rudland Rigg colliery, 1030m south west of Foul Pot Bridge

England
List entry 1018141
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Upper Rudland Rigg colliery is a coal mining site located in Yorkshire, England, situated approximately 1030 metres south west of Foul Pot Bridge. The colliery represents industrial heritage from the period of coal extraction in the region, reflecting the development of mining activity in the Yorkshire coalfield. The site is designated as an ancient monument under the National Heritage List for England, recognising its historical significance to the understanding of industrial development in northern England. The physical remains at the location preserve evidence of the operational infrastructure associated with coal mining during its period of use.

Upper Rudland Rigg colliery, 1030m south west of Foul Pot Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018141. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Upper Rudland Rigg colliery, 1030m south west of Foul Pot Bridge?

Upper Rudland Rigg colliery is a coal mining site located in Yorkshire, England, situated approximately 1030 metres south west of Foul Pot Bridge. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018141.

Who is responsible for protecting Upper Rudland Rigg colliery, 1030m south west of Foul Pot Bridge?

Upper Rudland Rigg colliery, 1030m south west of Foul Pot Bridge 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 1018141.

What other scheduled monuments are near Upper Rudland Rigg colliery, 1030m south west of Foul Pot Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairn cemetery NE of Birk Nab Farm (4.8 km), Potato Nab round barrow 1020m south west of Penny Holme (4.8 km), Stone Ruckles round barrow on Beadlam Rigg (5 km).

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