Monument record 2609/1/1 - Park and Lawrance Pits
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Summary
Park Round and Park Oval Pits were sunk in 1845-6, and Lawrance Pit, named after Lady Vernon's maiden name, was sunk in 1884. The remains of the brickworks survive adjacent to the pits.
Poynton was once a coal mining community with the colliery operating from the 17th century until its closure in 1935. A network of railway branch lines linked the different pits and allowed the coal to be transported to Manchester, Winsford and Crewe. A number of terraced cottages built for the miners can be found in Poynton.
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Full Description
Park Round and Park Oval Pits were sunk in 1845-6, to a depth of 198 yards, to cover the 4', 5', Gees and Reform seams. Acquired engines from Albert and Quarry Pits. Lawrance Pit, named after Lady Vernon's maiden name, was sunk in 1884, to a depth of 310 yards, to work the Accomodation seam. The pits were closed in 1935 (1). The remains of the brickworks survive adjacent to the pits (2).
<1> Shercliff W H, Kitching D A & Ryan J M, 1983, Poynton, A Coalmining Village, /28-30 (Monograph). SCH2683.
<2> Ashmore, O, 1982, The Industrial Archaeology of North West England, /55 (Book). SCH3181.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 935 847 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ98SW |
| Civil Parish | POYNTON-WITH-WORTH, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | POYNTON, PRESTBURY, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Apr 18 2012 2:36PM