John Lawrence and Co.

Took over Roman Gravels in 1784 and was among the first mining operators anywhere to install Boulton & Watt steam engines, installing three at the site by 1790.

Mines operated

MineRegionYears
Roman Gravels Mine Shropshire 1784–?

Record created: 22 August 2026 · Last researched: 22 August 2026

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