Mining in Cornwall and west Devon
Balweyth yn Kernow ha Dewnens West
The Cornwall and west Devon mining landscapes are rich in history.
Whether you are interested in the geology of the area which formed the foundations of the mining industry, the people who made their livings from it, or the huge technological advances it brought about, in this section you can dig deeper and find out more.
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About the World Heritage Site
Explore what World Heritage Site (WHS) status is and why our Cornwall and west Devon mining landscapes have this globally important designation.
Image Gallery
Enjoy images from the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site and beyond.
Mining in Cornwall and west Devon
Dig deeper in this section to find out more about the geology, people, technology and features that created and comprise the globally important Cornwall and west Devon mining landscapes.
Education
Explore some of our education projects, images and learning materials. The Cornish Mining World Heritage Site Office works to support education for not only schools and young people but also adult learning.
News
Find out the latest news from the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site.
Events
Explore a small selection of our past events which help raise awareness of our World Heritage Site, transmit the importance of the Site to future generations, and deliver outreach into local and global communities.
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