Archaeological sites · Yorkshire & the Humber
Porphyry Shafts
In or near Burnsall.
Porphyry Shafts — a archaeological in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
John Illingworth — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Porphyry Shafts 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: West Nidderdale, Barden and Blubberhouses Moors SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Nidderdale
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Porphyry Shafts are archaeological features located in Yorkshire. They are notable for their use of porphyry stone, a material associated with Roman architecture. The shafts are remnants of ancient structures, providing insight into the region's historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 54.1079, -1.9755
Sources
- osm: way/244047323 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Porphyry Shafts?
- Porphyry Shafts is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- What is Porphyry Shafts?
- Porphyry Shafts — a archaeological in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Porphyry Shafts?
- Its coordinates are 54.1079°, -1.9755°.
- Is Porphyry Shafts a protected site?
- Yes — Porphyry Shafts is part of the West Nidderdale, Barden and Blubberhouses Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Nidderdale National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Porphyry Shafts free to visit?
- Yes, Porphyry Shafts is free to enter.