Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOkeltor 19th century arsenic, copper and tin mine

Okeltor 19th century arsenic, copper and tin mine

England
List entry 1019440
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Okeltor is a nineteenth-century arsenic, copper and tin mine located in Cornwall, England. The site represents the industrial mineral extraction activity that characterised the Cornish mining landscape during the nineteenth century, when arsenic, copper and tin mining formed significant components of the region's economy. The physical remains of the mine reflect the technological and labour practices of this period of intensive extraction. As a listed ancient monument, the site preserves evidence of Cornwall's important role in British industrial heritage.

Okeltor 19th century arsenic, copper and tin mine is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019440. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Okeltor 19th century arsenic, copper and tin mine?

Okeltor is a nineteenth-century arsenic, copper and tin mine located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019440.

Who is responsible for protecting Okeltor 19th century arsenic, copper and tin mine?

Okeltor 19th century arsenic, copper and tin mine is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1019440.

What other scheduled monuments are near Okeltor 19th century arsenic, copper and tin mine?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bohetherick lime kiln with adjacent quay and ancillary buildings, 140m south east of Cotehele Bridge (2.4 km), Round at Berry Farm (4.3 km), Buckland Abbey (4.7 km).

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