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Mines of the Tamar and Tavy Surface Field Trip Program 2007 |
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Field trip bookings should be made on the appropriate booking form A PDF version of this page is available via the Bookings page for ease of downloading and printing. First the boring stuff - this is however very important - please take the time to read and understand. Trip duration: Morning trips: Start 10.00, end 13.00 Afternoon trips: Start 14.30, end 17.30 Full day trips Start 10.00, end 17.30 Whilst we hope that it will not be necessary; delegates should be aware that the conference organisers reserve the right to alter, change or cancel any part of the fieldtrip programme. Any delegate who wishes to undertake a surface field trip must fulfil the following criteria: 1: They must have BCA insurance cover. If the delegate is not covered by his/her club temporary cover must be arranged via NAMHO 2007 at the time of booking. 2. They must be fit enough to complete the trip. Appropriate kit for each trip will vary but, as a bare minimum delegates should have stout boots. It should also be borne in mind the West of England can be very wet, even in June, so a good waterproof is recommended. Dress appropriately and bear in mind that the weather can be changeable.
Friday
Morwellham Quay. (Afternoon). A great opportunity to discover more about the conference venue, its railways, mines and docks. The trip is being led by Robert Waterhouse who has an encyclopaedic knowledge of the site.
Mines of the Bere Peninsula. (Afternoon). Peter Claughton will lead this trip around the lead / silver mine remains of the Bere Peninsula.
Saturday.
Eylesborough Mine. (Full Day). A visit to this high Dartmoor mine in the company of Phil Newman of English Heritage. The walk will cover evidence of the 19th century tin mine including shafts, whims, pumping wheelpits, the flatrod system, the 6 stamping mills and the smelting house. The site is reached by a reasonable track, however the mine site is very exposed so delegates will need to be prepared for all Dartmoor can throw at them in terms of climactic chaos.
Devon Great Consols. (Full Day). Colin Buck of Cornwall Archaeology Unit will lead this visit covering the surface remains at Devon’s premier mine. Whilst the mine site was levelled in the early 20th century there is still a huge amount to see, highlights include the superb 1920s arsenic works, the remains of the massive, integrated waterpower system, the course of the DGC railway, and the extensive remains of 20th century workings. An incredible place.
Tavistock Canal (Afternoon). The Tavistock Canal was as much a mining speculation as a transport undertaking. Robert Waterhouse will lead a linear walk covering the development of the Canal, Wheal Crowndale and Wheal Crebor. Robert will also be presenting his research on the canal as part of the lecture programme.
Plympton Mines. (Afternoon). This trip will be led by veteran mining historian Bert Shorten and will cover Plymbridge Tin Streams, Cann Mine, Borringdon Consols and the Borringdon Silver Stream works.
Sunday.
East Kit Hill and the Luckett Valley. (Full Day). A circular walk led by members of the East Cornwall Mining History Association. The walk will cover East Kit Hill Mine, New Great Consols and its constituent mines including engine houses, calciners etc, the mining village of Luckett where there will be a break for lunch. In the afternoon delegates will explore the Luckett Valley which contains mining remains from medieval times to the 20th century. Note: Lunch will be provided and will comprise of either a pasty (meat / veggie) or soup and a roll plus green salad and a drink. It is important that you indicate your choice of food on the field trip booking form. Food will be paid for on the day.
Kelly Mine. (Morning). Kelly Mine is a micaceous haematite mine located on the eastern side of Dartmoor. The surface facilities of the mine have been restored, including stamps, an incline, a Blackstone oil engine and a waterwheel, by the Kelly Mine Preservation Society who are hosting the visit. The mine is a unique example of its type and this visit is highly recommended. This trip would combine well with either the afternoon visits to either Great Rock or Haytor Iron Mine (both underground trips).
George and Charlotte. (Morning). The deep adit of the George & Charlotte is used by Morwellham Quay for their mine tour and it is hoped that delegates will take the time during the conference weekend to have a ride on the train through the mine. This trip, led by Bob Le Marchant the G&C Mine manager, will examine the surface works of the mine not usually accessible to visitors to Morwellham and will cover evidence of both 18th and 19th century workings plus the fascinating remains of the extensive waterpower system employed at the mine.
Devon United (Afternoon). The Devon United Mines are located on the western edge of the Dartmoor National Park in the vicinity of the village of Peter Tavy. Deric Munro of the Plymouth Mining & Mineral Club will lead this trip exploring both 19th and 20th century remains.
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