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NPRN
261464
Map Reference
SN86NE
Grid Reference
SN8997065130
Unitary (Local) Authority
Powys
Old County
Radnorshire
Community
Rhayader
Type Of Site
WHEEL PIT
Period
Post Medieval
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Description
Mine 1796-1877. Pumping wheelpit measuring c.14m x 4m, aligned with bob-pit and main shaft, appears to have housed a 36ft x 4ft wheel
(PF 1995).
Masonry still in good condition. No mechanical parts remain apart from wheel armature
(RSJ 2000).