Scheduled MonumentsEnglandYewdale lime kiln 380m south west of Low Yewdale

Yewdale lime kiln 380m south west of Low Yewdale

England
List entry 1021014
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Yewdale lime kiln is a limestone kiln located approximately 380 metres south-west of Low Yewdale in Lancashire. The structure dates from the post-medieval period and represents the industrial exploitation of local limestone resources for the production of lime, which was essential for agricultural improvement, construction mortar, and other contemporary uses. The kiln's physical form and construction techniques are consistent with lime-burning installations common to upland regions of northern England during this era. As a scheduled ancient monument, it preserves evidence of the small-scale industrial practices that characterised rural Lancashire's economic landscape in the centuries following the medieval period.

Yewdale lime kiln 380m south west of Low Yewdale is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021014. View the official record →

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What is Yewdale lime kiln 380m south west of Low Yewdale?

Yewdale lime kiln is a limestone kiln located approximately 380 metres south-west of Low Yewdale in Lancashire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021014.

Who is responsible for protecting Yewdale lime kiln 380m south west of Low Yewdale?

Yewdale lime kiln 380m south west of Low Yewdale 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 1021014.

What other scheduled monuments are near Yewdale lime kiln 380m south west of Low Yewdale?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairns on Foul Scrow (2 km), Coniston copper mines (2.4 km), Round cairn, 460m south west of Thompson Ground (2.9 km).

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