Archaeological sites · North East England
Whinfield Coking Ovens
In or near Rowlands Gill.
Whinfield Coking Ovens — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
brian clark — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- East Tanfield · 5.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Whinfield Coking Ovens is a archaeological located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Whinfield Coking Ovens are historical structures built in 1861, once part of the Victoria Garesfield Colliery. Visitors can explore the remnants of these ovens and the surrounding Strother Hills woodland, which offers footpath access to Chopwell Wood.
Place summary
Whinfield Coking Ovens are archaeological remains located in the Scottish Lowlands. These structures are significant for their historical role in the coking industry, which was essential for the production of iron and steel. The site provides insight into industrial practices from a bygone era.
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- Coordinates
- 54.9177, -1.7647
- District
- Gateshead
- Parish
- Gateshead, unparished area
- Postcode
- NE39 1EN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Blaydon and Consett
- Phone
- 01207 524898
- Nearest railway station
- East Tanfield — 5.3 km
- Opening
- Daylight hours, seven days a week.
- Official site
- landofoakandiron.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/6899046033 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Whinfield Coking Ovens?
- Whinfield Coking Ovens is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE39 1EN), in the parish of Gateshead, unparished area.
- What is Whinfield Coking Ovens?
- Whinfield Coking Ovens — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Whinfield Coking Ovens?
- The nearest railway station is East Tanfield, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE39 1EN.
- Is Whinfield Coking Ovens free to visit?
- Yes, Whinfield Coking Ovens is free to enter.
- How do I get to Whinfield Coking Ovens?
- The nearest railway station is East Tanfield, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NE39 1EN.