Ding Dong mines, Mining heritage site in Madron, England
Ding Dong is a mining complex in Madron featuring several preserved structures spread across a large mining area. The remains show the infrastructure that was needed to operate these operations.
The complex began in the early 17th century and merged sixteen smaller operations into one in 1813. It closed in 1877 after more than two centuries of active work.
The site reflects Cornwall's mining past through structures that show how extraction methods developed over time. Walking through, you can see the physical marks of this intense industrial period in the landscape.
You can reach it from the St Just to Penzance road, then follow a path to the site. Wear sturdy shoes because the ground is uneven and can be muddy in places.
The site sits near ancient stone monuments like Nine Maidens Stone Circle and Men-an-Tol. This proximity shows that people have been using this land for thousands of years.
Location: Madron
GPS coordinates: 50.15802,-5.58362
Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:00
Mên-an-Tol
1.5 km
Lanyon Quoit
1.6 km
Chysauster Ancient Village
3.2 km
Boskednan stone circle
777 m
Mên Scryfa
1.5 km
Mulfra Quoit
1.2 km
Madron Parish Church
3.2 km
Bosiliack Barrow
1.2 km
West Lanyon Quoit
2.1 km
Carn Galver Mine
2.6 km
Newmill Bridge
1.8 km
Engine House At Sw 42113646
2.6 km
Bosigran Smelting Works
2.6 km
Guide Post At Sw 437373
2.6 km
Aqueduct And Stiles At Sw 419371
2.6 km
Lanyon Farmhouse, Front Garden Walls, Cartshed And Mounting Block
1.7 km
Watermill near Bosigran Castle
3.2 km
Milestone At Sw 41682 34555, 110M North-East Of Bosullow
2.5 km
Holy well called Madron Well
2.1 km
House At Sw 41933701
2.5 km
Guide Post At Sw 451341
1.1 km
Boswarthen Cross
2.3 km
Wayside cross in Madron churchyard
3.2 km
Wayside cross at Tregwainton Carn
2.6 km
Trereife Vault North East Of Church Of St Maddern
3.2 km
Madron Chapel
2.1 km
Guidepost Approximately 350M North-West Of Bosullow Cottage
2.7 km
House At Sw 41923701
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