Copley Chimney

OS Map: 92
Grid Reference: NY087249

In a wooded area 100m E of Dent Gate Lane.

The largest (115ft high) and best preserved smeltmill chimney in the North Pennines. The chimney dates from the early 19thC and was the smelt mill chimney of the Gaunless Smeltmill which is now demolished.

Status: Listed
Owner: Raby Estate (Lord Barnard)

Work carried out: Conservation (by steeplejack) and fitting of two lightning conductors. Public access.

Work to be carried out: Care and maintainance.