Monument record MDR15807 - Limekiln (site of), Bee Low, Dove Holes Quarry, Peak Forest
Type and Period (1)
- LIME KILN (Georgian to Unknown - 1790 AD? (approximately))
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
No dating evidence was found, though it was in existence prior to the field enclosure act, therefore pre-1790s. There are also a number of stones seen withibn the dry stone wall that show evidence of burning or heat in the form of reddened patches, possibly taken or reused from the kiln. This older style of limekiln has frequently been found at limestone quarries, still in use until the end of the 18th century and some have been found dating to the 16th century. The surrounding holes and hollows were most probably produced by quarrying for the stone to feed these kilns. (1)
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDR23576 Unpublished document: Whittaker, P (ARS Ltd). 2015. An Archaeological Watching Brief at Dove Holes Quarry, Derbyshire.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SK 0884 7903 (64m by 150m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | PEAK FOREST, HIGH PEAK, DERBYSHIRE |
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- EDR4019
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Record last edited
Jul 13 2015 11:13AM