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Cwm Elan Mine Complex

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NPRN34022
Map ReferenceSN86NE
Grid ReferenceSN8999065100
Unitary (Local) AuthorityPowys
Old CountyRadnorshire
CommunityRhayader
Type Of SiteLEAD MINE
PeriodPost Medieval
Description
SN901651. 1796 - circa 1876, leat from Llynoedd Cerrigllwydion (9 1/2 miles). Small dam still in view; 19th century crushing house; wheelpit, shaft and office building.

Lead/Zinc mine (1796-1877) Geology: At least two lodes striking E-W in Silurian Llandoverian rocks with galena and zinc mineralisation. Workings: Consist of 2 shafts, 2 or 3 levels & 2 adits. Owned by Thomas Grove of Cwm Elan House.(RSJ 2000)