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Landscape record MDR3181 - Earthworks north-east of Middleton

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Aerial photographs taken in 1961 and in 1978 show ridge and furrow in narrow strip fields cut by lead mining remains including shafts and a possible circular feature (horse gin?). (1) Reviewed (2026), ridge and furrow still in mostly good condition considering the extent of the mining operation. Visible on both LiDAR (2) ans aerial photgraphy.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Archive: Whiteley, S. 1989. Aerial Photographic Transcription Project. JAP 9528/77A Flown 1/6/61, DNR 1022/23 flown 11/4/78.
  • <2> Digital data: Environment Agency. 2026. LiDAR Survey Data, 1m DTM.

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Grid reference Centred SK 280 561 (364m by 266m) Multiple Site Centre
Civil Parish WIRKSWORTH, DERBYSHIRE DALES, DERBYSHIRE

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Record last edited

Sep 1 2026 2:52PM

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