The slope here is quite gentle so the kiln extends quite far
back and has the appearance of a large bunker from the side.
An informative sign will tell you more about the industrial
processes once taking place in this quiet rural setting.
"It was the agrarian revolution of the eighteenth century,
when vast areas were enclosed for farm land, that created an
enormous demand for lime which would reduce the acidity of the soil
and make it more fertile. Vast numbers of lime kilns were built and
many farmers had their own."
Industries of
Cumbria
The footpath runs past the cache and the kiln. You can
park at either end, or elsewhere. Hyning Scout Wood is owned
by the Woodland Trust and is a a lovely spot to wander through on
myriad paths with a variety of trees and rocky outcrops.
Paths can be a bit muddy in wet weather. One of the oldest
local caches is not far away and a good spot for TBs or other
travellers, see: GCMQQC.
