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Kettleness quarries 34113_013
Filename: 34113_013.jpg
Size: 7360 x 4912 (9.2MB)
Date: 8th November 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © His toric England Archive. Emm
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: His toric England Archive
Owner URL: https ://images .his toricenglands ervices .org.uk/
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© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Kettleness quarries 34113_013
Former alum quarries and jet workings at Kettleness, North Yorkshire, 2019
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 27968814
© Historic England Archive
Disused Extraction Quarry Mineral
EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial print, captured by the talented photographer Emma Trevarthen, showcases the mesmerizing beauty of Kettleness quarries in North Yorkshire. The image transports us to a forgotten era when these once bustling alum quarries and jet workings were at their peak. The disused quarry stands as a testament to the rich history of mineral extraction that shaped this region. The intricate patterns created by years of excavation reveal the sheer magnitude of human effort involved in extracting these precious minerals from deep within the earth. As we gaze upon this photograph, our imagination takes flight, envisioning workers toiling away amidst rugged cliffs and steep slopes. We can almost hear the echoes of their labor echoing through time. Nature has since reclaimed much of what was once an industrial landscape. Lush greenery now blankets parts of the quarry floor, contrasting beautifully with remnants of man-made structures still visible today. This juxtaposition serves as a reminder that even in abandonment, there is resilience and renewal. Emma Trevarthen's skillful composition captures both the grandeur and serenity found within this abandoned site. It invites viewers to reflect on our relationship with nature and how it reclaims spaces left behind by human activity. Through this stunning photograph, we are transported back in time while simultaneously appreciating nature's ability to heal and transform landscapes over time.
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