Between 1845 and 1857, there was a mine here, next to the River Barle, that initially produced copper and later switched to iron production. Now, only a few remnants remain, such as some stones from the worker's cottages.

FARID L

January 11, 2024

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Wheal Eliza is situated 1.5 kilometres south east of Simonsbath in the Barle Valley, on the Two Moors Way.
It contains the remains of a copper (and iron) mine dating …

FARID L

January 13, 2024

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