Mining in our Area

Wheal Vlow Mine – Circa 1928. The surface plant of the mine is nearing completion. Left to right: winder house, headgear and power station.

Note the water cooling plant at the back of the power station for the diesel engines. This re-working of the mine did not result in any production.

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