Limestone is found right around Cumbria, usually
at the edges of the central volvanic area. The limeburning industry
that developed has left a large number of remains of the smaller field
kilns across the uplands. It is clear that lime for agricultural
improvement was a significant factor and these intermittent farm kilns
have often survived due to their relative remoteness.
There are a number of websites covering limekilns in Cumbria. These include:
Industries of Cumbria
Limestone Heritage Project (Arnside/Silverdale)
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