Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWorkshops, offices and terminus (Cromford and High Peak Railway)

Workshops, offices and terminus (Cromford and High Peak Railway)

England
List entry 1007026
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Workshops, offices and terminus of the Cromford and High Peak Railway is a railway complex located in Derbyshire that dates from the early nineteenth century. Constructed as part of the pioneering Cromford and High Peak Railway, which opened in 1830, the site served as both the operational headquarters and manufacturing centre for this significant early railway undertaking. The complex comprises workshop buildings, administrative offices, and the terminal facilities essential to the functioning of this important transport infrastructure during the Industrial Revolution. The site represents a key survival of early railway architecture and the industrial heritage associated with Derbyshire's role in the development of Britain's rail network.

Workshops, offices and terminus (Cromford and High Peak Railway) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007026. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Workshops, offices and terminus (Cromford and High Peak Railway)?

The Workshops, offices and terminus of the Cromford and High Peak Railway is a railway complex located in Derbyshire that dates from the early nineteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007026.

Who is responsible for protecting Workshops, offices and terminus (Cromford and High Peak Railway)?

Workshops, offices and terminus (Cromford and High Peak Railway) 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 1007026.

What other scheduled monuments are near Workshops, offices and terminus (Cromford and High Peak Railway)?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Meerbrook sough portal 380m south west of Leashaw Farm (1.4 km), Alderwasley Chapel (2.6 km), Remains of Nether Ratchwood and Rantor lead mines, 200m west of Old Lane (3.1 km).

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