MineArchiveFrancis Egerton, 3rd Duke of Bridgewater
Took control of the Worsley estate in 1757 and, with his land agent John Gilbert, conceived and financed the underground navigable levels, combining mine drainage and coal haulage in a single system engineered by James Brindley.
Mines operated
| Mine | Region | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Worsley Navigable Levels | Lancashire | 1757–1803 |
Record created: 2 September 2026 · Last researched: 2 September 2026