MHG33079 - Upper Sanachan Iron Mine
Summary
An iron ore mine used very briefly in 1913-1914, when operations ceased due to the war and never resumed.
Type and Period (1)
- IRONSTONE MINE (20th Century to First World War - 1913 AD to 1914 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
The Upper Sanachan mine was extracting iron ore (Haematite) for a very short period from 1913 to 1914 when at the outbreak of war mining was suspended and never resumed. The ore was of variable quality and much mixed with the limestone matrix.
In operation at the same time as Tomapress and in all likelihood being run by the same company.<1>
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 8401 4061 (75m by 65m) Approximate extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG84SW |
| Geographical Area | ROSS AND CROMARTY |
| Civil Parish | LOCHBROOM |
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