Monument record 2997 - Mine shaft near Golden stone Merestone
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Summary
A small depression on the summit of a natural knoll indicates the location of a mine shaft sunk on the continuation of the vein trending south east from Canyon Opencast Mine. It lies in thick woodland and is possibly 18th - 19th century.
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Full Description
Mine shaft near Golden stone Merestone. A small depression on the summit of a natural knoll indicates location of a mine shaft sunk on the continuation of the vein trending south east from Canyon Mine. It lies in thick woodland. Possibly 18th - 19th century (1).
<1> 1998, Alderley Edge Landscape Project Archive, 30 (Unpublished Report). SCH4334.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH4334 Unpublished Report: 1998. Alderley Edge Landscape Project Archive. 30.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 862 776 (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 3:41PM