Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWagbeach adit portal, 630m and 640m south of Hogstow Mill

Wagbeach adit portal, 630m and 640m south of Hogstow Mill

England
List entry 1018469
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Wagbeach adit portal is a mining feature located in Shropshire, comprising two entrance portals situated approximately 630 and 640 metres south of Hogstow Mill. The adits represent underground workings typical of the region's historic mineral extraction activity, with their positioning suggesting systematic exploitation of subsurface mineral deposits. These features are designated as an ancient monument, reflecting their archaeological and historical importance to understanding Shropshire's industrial heritage and mining practices across their period of use.

Wagbeach adit portal, 630m and 640m south of Hogstow Mill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018469. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wagbeach adit portal, 630m and 640m south of Hogstow Mill?

Wagbeach adit portal is a mining feature located in Shropshire, comprising two entrance portals situated approximately 630 and 640 metres south of Hogstow Mill. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018469.

Who is responsible for protecting Wagbeach adit portal, 630m and 640m south of Hogstow Mill?

Wagbeach adit portal, 630m and 640m south of Hogstow Mill 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 1018469.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wagbeach adit portal, 630m and 640m south of Hogstow Mill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Shooters Hut disc barrow, 1500m south-west of Duckley Nap. (9.1 km), Hyssington Mound & Bailey Castle (9.4 km), Bowl barrow on The Long Mynd, 100m north-east of Boiling Well. (9.7 km).

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