Monument record MDR11971 - Old Quarry, Firestone Hill, Chevin, Milford
Type and Period (1)
- QUARRY (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
Site is shown as 'Old Quarry' on a late 19th century OS map. (1)
A disused quarry on the Chevin, to exploit the millstone grit of the ridge, was identified at SK 3368 4608 during survey in 2008. There is no public access to the quarry, which is cordoned off with metal fencing. (2)
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SDR18789 Map: Ordnance Survey (OS). 1882. OS County Series, 1st edition, scale 1:2500 (c. 25" to one mile). XLIV-4.
- <2> SDR20660 Unpublished document: Jurecki, K (ARCUS). 2008. Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site Landscape Project: Cromford and Belper Survey Transects. Level 1 Survey.. B3/2.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SK 3365 4602 (67m by 56m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | HAZELWOOD, AMBER VALLEY, DERBYSHIRE |
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- EDR3959
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Record last edited
Jun 4 2015 9:45AM