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Abbey Quarry, Linby, Nottinghamshire

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Address: Quarry Lane, Linby
Near Hucknall Torkard
County: Nottinghamshire
Postcode: NG15 8EY
Nearest Town: Hucknall
Map Reference: SK536518
Grid Reference: E: 453486 N: 352081
Further Information: Current quarry operator - Trent Stone and Walling Ltd. It was called 'Abbey' Quarry due to stone from the location being used at Newstead Abbey during Medieval times. (Trent Stone 2004).
Associated Name(s): Abbey Quarry, Linby, Nottinghamshire.
Period(s) Quarried: Post Medieval, Modern.