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South Caradon is a 19th century copper mine located in Cornwall, England, representing the substantial mineral extraction industry that characterised the region during the Industrial Revolution. The site comprises the physical remains of mining infrastructure typical of Cornish copper workings of this period, including engine houses, shafts, and associated surface features that testify to the technological and labour-intensive operations required for deep underground mining. South Caradon's designation as an ancient monument reflects the historical importance of Cornish mining to Britain's industrial economy and the archaeological value of its surviving structures. The mine contributes to the broader landscape of Cornish mining heritage, which has been formally recognised through UNESCO World Heritage Site designation.
South Caradon 19th century copper mine is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020614. View the official record →
South Caradon is a 19th century copper mine located in Cornwall, England, representing the substantial mineral extraction industry that characterised the region during the Industrial Revolution. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020614.
South Caradon 19th century copper 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 1020614.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Cleer's Well and cross (2.6 km), Medieval churchyard cross in St Cleer churchyard (2.9 km), Medieval wayside cross at Redgate (4.3 km).
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