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South Wheal Francis mine ruins – Small Stream loop from Redruth

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South Wheal Francis mine ruins – Small Stream loop from Redruth

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South Wheal Francis mine ruins – Small Stream loop from Redruth

00:58

8.98km

140m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Start point

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1.22 km

Wheal Uny Mine

Highlight • Historical Site

Wheal Uny can be seen for miles around up on the hill next to Redruth and close to Carn Brea. In use for much of the 19th century for copper …

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2.97 km

Wheal Basset Stamp's Engine House Ruins

Highlight • Monument

Wheal Basset produced over 128,000 tons of copper ore between 1832-1880 and was a particularly important mine of the Great Flat Lode.

The well preserved Wheal Basset vanner house was built in 1908, where the mining ore was processed.

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5.03 km

South Wheal Francis Engine House

Highlight • Historical Site

South Wheal Francis is a historic tin and copper mine located in Cornwall, notable for its impressive engine house and rich mining heritage. It was a hub of industrial activity …

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5.08 km

South Wheal Francis mine ruins

Highlight • Monument

This is an incredible piece of Cornish industrial history. Once a copper and tin mine, the ruined buildings offer a fascinating glimpse into Cornwall's past. Now overtaken by ivy and …

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8.68 km

Small Stream

Highlight • Natural

8.98 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.88 km

463 m

328 m

303 m

Surfaces

7.69 km

678 m

483 m

126 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 24 June

28°C

23°C

2 %

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South Wheal Francis mine ruins – Small Stream loop from Redruth

Wheal Uny Mine

Wheal Basset Stamp's Engine House Ruins

South Wheal Francis Engine House

South Wheal Francis mine ruins

Small Stream

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