Monument record 1446/4/2 - Possible early mining at Stormy Point.
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Summary
This is a possible site for early mining in the area of Stormy Point. It comprises similar soft sandstone and clay beds with lenses of malachite to those worked above Pillar Mine. It may have a concealed entrance but so far none has come to light.
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Full Description
This is a possible site for early mining in the area of Stormy Point. Similar soft sandstone and clay beds with lenses of malachite to those worked above Pillar Mine. May have concealed evidence but so far none has come to light (1).
<1> 1998, Alderley Edge Landscape Project Archive, 43 (Unpublished Report). SCH4334.
<2> Timberlake, S. and Prag, A.J.N.W., 2005, The Archaeology of Alderley Edge (Book). SCH4769.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 860 778 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ87NE |
| Civil Parish | OVER ALDERLEY, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | OVER ALDERLEY, ALDERLEY, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jun 13 2023 3:37PM