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Tresavean Tramway – South Wheal Francis mine ruins loop from Redruth

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Tresavean Tramway – South Wheal Francis mine ruins loop from Redruth

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Tresavean Tramway – South Wheal Francis mine ruins loop from Redruth

01:01

14.1km

130m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.65 km

Tresavean Trail and Cashalen Branch Historical Marker

Highlight • Trail

The Tresavean Trail follows the old Hayle railway branch line, used between 1838-1936. The line was used to move copper ore and Welsh coal.

Along the trail, a recreated section …

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3.66 km

Tresavean Tramway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A mile or so of beautifully smooth gravel. Pure joy to ride. Good for all seasons. Doable on a road bike with care

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7.41 km

Wheal Basset Stamp's Engine House Ruins

Highlight • Monument

Wheal Basset produced over 128,000 tons of copper ore between 1832-1880 and was a particularly important mine of the Great Flat Lode.

The well preserved Wheal Basset vanner house was built in 1908, where the mining ore was processed.

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8.68 km

South Wheal Francis mine ruins

Highlight • Monument

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 …

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8.73 km

South Wheal Francis Engine House

Highlight • Historical Site

South Wheal Francis is a historic tin and copper mine located in Cornwall, notable for its impressive engine house and rich mining heritage. It was a hub of industrial activity …

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14.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.76 km

3.74 km

452 m

123 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.64 km

4.10 km

3.13 km

215 m

Elevation

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Highest point (200 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

Weather

Wednesday 15 July

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17°C

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Tresavean Tramway – South Wheal Francis mine ruins loop from Redruth

Tresavean Trail and Cashalen Branch Historical Marker

Tresavean Tramway

Wheal Basset Stamp's Engine House Ruins

South Wheal Francis mine ruins

South Wheal Francis Engine House

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