Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPart of a mining complex at South Polgooth Mine

Part of a mining complex at South Polgooth Mine

England
List entry 1007288
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England
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Overview

History & significance

South Polgooth Mine is a tin and copper mining complex located in Cornwall, England, with origins in the medieval period and substantial development during the early modern and industrial eras. The designated monument comprises structural remains associated with historic metal extraction and processing, reflecting the technological approaches employed across different phases of mining activity at the site. The complex demonstrates the importance of Cornish tin mining to regional and national economies, particularly during the expansion of mining operations from the sixteenth century onwards. The surviving features provide evidence of the methods and scale of mineral exploitation characteristic of this significant mining district.

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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Questions & answers

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

South Polgooth Mine is a tin and copper mining complex located in Cornwall, England, with origins in the medieval period and substantial development during the early modern and industrial eras. 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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