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Former tin miner in the abandoned Levant tin mine
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Former tin miner in the abandoned Levant tin mine
Former tin miner in the abandoned Levant tin mine, near Pendeen, Cornwall, England. He leans on some of the derelict machinery. The mine is now renovated, owned by The National Trust and turned into a museum. It houses the worlds only Cornish beam engine still operated by steam on its original site. The Sunday Times 1991 Date: 1991
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Abandoned Beam Cornish Derelict Levant Machinery Mine Mining Overalls Pendeen Redundant Worker Sidelight
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In this evocative photograph, a former tin miner takes a moment of reflection at the abandoned Levant tin mine in Pendeen, Cornwall, England. The man, dressed in worn overalls and a battered hat, leans on some derelict machinery, surrounded by the remnants of a bygone era. The mine, now owned by The National Trust, is a poignant reminder of Cornwall's rich mining history. The Levant mine, which operated from the late 18th century until its closure in 1991, was once a hive of activity, employing hundreds of miners who toiled beneath the earth in search of tin and copper. The mine is now a museum, preserving the history and heritage of Cornish mining for future generations. At the heart of the museum is the world's only Cornish beam engine still operated by steam on its original site. The engine, which was used to pump water from the mine, is a testament to the ingenuity and hard work of the miners who operated it. The mine's dark, cramped tunnels and derelict machinery provide a stark contrast to the bright sunlight that filters in through the sidelight, casting an ethereal glow over the scene. The former miner, deep in thought, seems to embody the spirit of the past, a reminder of the sacrifices and hardships endured by those who worked in the mines. As the sun casts long shadows over the abandoned machinery, it is easy to imagine the hustle and bustle of the mine in its heyday. But for now, the Levant mine stands as a testament to Cornwall's mining heritage, a place where visitors can learn about the past and pay tribute to the men and women who shaped it.
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