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Gautries Rake

Coordinates: 53°19′34″N 1°50′59″W / 53.32611°N 1.84972°W / 53.32611; -1.84972
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Gautries Rake
Gautries Rake
LocationSparrowpit
RegionDerbyshire, England
Coordinates53°19′34″N 1°50′59″W / 53.32611°N 1.84972°W / 53.32611; -1.84972
History
Periodslate Middle Ages
Official nameGautries Rake
Designated21 March 2013[1]
Reference no.1412938

Gautries Rake in Sparrowpit, Derbyshire, east of Chapel-en-le-Frith is a preserved example of a linear sequence of lead mine workings that date back to at least the late 17th century.[1]

The remains were classified as a scheduled monument on 21 March 2013.[2][3]

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References

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  1. ^ a b Historic England. "Gautries Rake (scheduled monument) (1412938)". National Heritage List for England. Retrieved 25 February 2024.
  2. ^ "MDR566 - Rake Vein, also known as Gautries Vein, Gautries Hill, Peak Forest - Derbyshire Historic Environment Record". her.derbyshire.gov.uk. Retrieved 25 February 2024.
  3. ^ "Gautries Rake". www.landscapebritain.co.uk. Retrieved 25 February 2024.