Wheal Duchy, 1977

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Wheal Duchy, 1977

Image: © Robin Webster Taken: Unknown

A model tin mine, in the 'Cornwall in Miniature' tourist attraction, now closed and built over. What became of the large number of rather wonderful models?

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Image Location

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Latitude
50.303723
Longitude
-5.202312