Monument record MDR13234 - Cotespark Colliery (site of), Somercotes
Type and Period (2)
- COLLIERY (Victorian - 1850 AD to 1900 AD)
- MINERAL RAILWAY (Victorian - 1850 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
Cotespark Colliery is shown on the 1st ed. 25" Ordnance Survey map of c. 1880, with an engine house and several shafts. It was connected to the Midland Railway to the east by a tramway. In the early 20th century, a tramway ran westwards from the colliery towards Nottingham Road, possibly connecting with a brick works there. (1-3)
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SDR18789 Map: Ordnance Survey (OS). 1882. OS County Series, 1st edition, scale 1:2500 (c. 25" to one mile).
- <2> SDR18790 Map: Ordnance Survey (OS). 1896-1900. OS County Series, 2nd edition (1st revision), scale 1:2500 (c. 25" to one mile).
- <3> SDR20367 Map: Ordnance Survey (OS). 1912-1921. OS County Series, 3rd edition (Second Revision), scale 1:2500 (25" to one mile).
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SK 4257 5490 (1193m by 385m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SOMERCOTES, AMBER VALLEY, DERBYSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Jan 8 2019 4:30PM