Heartlands, Cultural heritage site in Pool, Cornwall
Description
Heartlands is a museum complex in a former mining site that includes historic buildings and exhibitions focused on the region's mining industry. The site features a visitor center, exhibition halls, outdoor areas, and spaces designed for family activities.
History
The site developed around a pumping engine that operated in a tin and copper mine from 1903 until 1955, representing the last of its kind in the region. The location was established as a museum to preserve this mining heritage for future generations.
Culture
The site reflects how mining shaped daily life and work traditions in the region, with displays showing what workers experienced underground and how families depended on this industry. These stories help visitors understand why this heritage remains important to local communities today.
Practical
The site is accessible to visitors with different mobility needs and offers various routes through the grounds. Plan for several hours to explore the exhibitions and outdoor areas at a comfortable pace.
Did you know?
The grounds feature gardens with plants and elements from places around the world where Cornish miners established communities during industrial times. This global connection reveals how the impact of Cornish mining extended far beyond the local region.
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