Monument record MDR15447 - Lead Mine/Quarry, Tideswell Dale, Litton
Type and Period (4)
- LEAD MINE ? (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)
- MINE SHAFT ? (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)
- QUARRY ? (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)
- SPOIL HEAP (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
Hummocky ground appearing to be upcast around several pits, probably small scale lead mining rather than quarrying, though interpretation is unclear. Possibluy on the same vein as other features (see SMR 9439, 9442). (1)
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDR20354 Unpublished document: Barnatt, J (PDNPA). 1991. Bankfield House (Tideswell), Littonslack, Litton, Derbyshire, archaeological survey, 1991. Feature 8 p. 2.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SK 1557 7391 (29m by 19m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | LITTON, DERBYSHIRE DALES, DERBYSHIRE |
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- EDR3731
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Record last edited
Apr 16 2015 12:21PM