Eylesbarrow mine, Tin mine in Dartmoor Forest, England.
Eylesbarrow mine is a tin extraction site in Dartmoor Forest with multiple shaftheads visible as conical pits scattered across the ground. The largest opening measures roughly 16 meters (52 feet) in diameter and stands out clearly among the others.
The mine operated during the first half of the 19th century and reached peak activity around 1825. This period marked a time of intensive mining across the Dartmoor region.
The remains of stamping mills and smelting houses show how miners organized their work across the landscape. The way water was channeled through the site reflects how people adapted to the terrain to power their operations.
The site sits north of the River Plym and is reached via country paths that link to nearby villages. Wear sturdy shoes and bring weather-appropriate clothing, as the terrain is uneven and conditions can change quickly.
The ore deposits were shaped by geological processes that pushed vertical tin-bearing veins through the granite bedrock. These natural formations determined where and how miners could extract their material.
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