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South Wheal Francis Mine Ruins

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South Wheal Francis Mine Ruins

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    1. Poldice Valley, Carn Marth and South Wheal Frances loop from St Stithians Lake

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    October 27, 2022

    This is an incredible piece of Cornish industrial history. Once a copper and tin mine, the ruined buildings offer a fascinating glimpse into Cornwall's past. Now overtaken by ivy and moss, it is hard to imagine the dangerous and dirty work that would have been happening here.

    The mines here dug into the Great Flat Lode, now a waymarked cycling trail, named after the mineral rich body of rock south of Carn Brea.

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      Location: Carn Brea, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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