Archaeological sites · Yorkshire & the Humber
Peak Alum Works
In or near Robin Hood's Bay.
Peak Alum Works — a archaeological in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Peak Alum Works is a archaeological located in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Robin Hood's Bay: Maw Wyke to Beast Cliff SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: North York Moors SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Peak Alum Works is an archaeological site located in Yorkshire. This industrial site was pivotal in the production of alum during the 18th century, contributing significantly to the local economy and textile industry. It is an important example of early industrial archaeology in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 54.4058, -0.5023
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Fylingdales
- Postcode
- YO13 0NJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Scarborough and Whitby
Sources
- osm: way/77814814 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Peak Alum Works?
- Peak Alum Works is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO13 0NJ), in the parish of Fylingdales.
- What is Peak Alum Works?
- Peak Alum Works — a archaeological in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Peak Alum Works?
- Drivers can use postcode YO13 0NJ.
- Is Peak Alum Works a protected site?
- Yes — Peak Alum Works is part of the Robin Hood's Bay: Maw Wyke to Beast Cliff SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North York Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Peak Alum Works free to visit?
- Yes, Peak Alum Works is free to enter.
- How do I get to Peak Alum Works?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode YO13 0NJ. It sits within the Scarborough and Whitby parliamentary constituency.