Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape, Mining heritage landscape in Cornwall and West Devon, United Kingdom
The Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape spans 20,000 hectares across ten distinct areas, featuring preserved mine shafts, engine houses, and industrial structures.
During the 19th century, this region produced two-thirds of the world's copper supply and pioneered mining technologies that influenced industrial practices globally.
The mining heritage shaped local communities, creating distinct traditions, engineering innovations, and architectural styles visible in the remaining engine houses and industrial buildings.
Visitors can explore underground tunnels, mining museums, and interactive exhibitions across multiple locations, with guided tours available at sites like Geevor Tin Mine.
The landscape contains the largest concentration of preserved mine engine houses in the world, with many structures perched dramatically on coastal cliffs.
Location: Cornwall
Location: West Devon
GPS coordinates: 50.13611,-5.38361
Latest update: May 13, 2025 20:42
Godolphin Estate
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Pengersick Castle
3.3 km
Tregonning Hill
2.8 km
Godolphin House
1.8 km
Penberthy Croft mine
2.8 km
Church of Saint Germoe
2.3 km
The Godolphin Arms Public House
2.6 km
Crown Inn
3.9 km
Milestone, Leedstown near Post office
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The Duke Of Leeds Public House, Including Guide Post
3.4 km
Milestone At Sw 545300
4.1 km
War Memorial near Castle Pencair Fort
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Cross At Approximately 13 Metres South Of Porch Of Church Of Saint Hilary
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Godolphin Count House
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Detached Chimney At Sw595290, Wheal Grey
2.9 km
Trevena Cross
4.4 km
Milestone at SW607283
4.1 km
The Toll House
3.5 km
Milestone At Sw561294
3.2 km
Stabling And Cobbled Pavements Adjoining Godolphin House
1.8 km
Engine House And Attached Boiler House At Sw594290 Wheal Grey
2.9 km
Cross At 4 Metres South Of Porch Of Church Of Saint Hilary
3.3 km
Milestone At Sw576292
2.6 km
Milestone At Sw592288
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Side and King's Garden at Godolphin House
1.9 km
Porth-en-alls
4.5 km
St Germoe's Chair
2.3 km
Milestone, Calais Road, St Erth Praze
3.5 kmReviews
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