Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPart of a mining complex at South Polgooth Mine

Part of a mining complex at South Polgooth Mine

England
List entry 1007288
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Part of a mining complex at South Polgooth Mine is a scheduled ancient monument comprising remains of tin and copper mining workings in Cornwall. The site dates from the medieval and early modern periods, reflecting the region's long history of mineral extraction. The mining complex includes surface features associated with underground workings and represents the technological development of Cornish mining practices. South Polgooth Mine forms part of the broader tin mining landscape of central Cornwall, an area of significant historical importance for extractive industry development in Britain.

Part of a mining complex at South Polgooth Mine is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007288. View the official record →

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What is Part of a mining complex at South Polgooth Mine?

Part of a mining complex at South Polgooth Mine is a scheduled ancient monument comprising remains of tin and copper mining workings in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007288.

Who is responsible for protecting Part of a mining complex at South Polgooth Mine?

Part of a mining complex at South Polgooth 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 1007288.

What other scheduled monuments are near Part of a mining complex at South Polgooth Mine?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval wayside cross base 550m WNW of Lanhadron Farm (2.1 km), Wayside cross 35m south of Heligan House (3.6 km), Medieval cross base at St Ewe (4 km).

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