Survey Data
Reg No
16403508
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Technical
Original Use
Mine/pit
Date
1840 - 1860
Coordinates
319950, 182205
Date Recorded
13/08/2003
Date Updated
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Description
Ruins of various copper and sulphur mainly open cast mines, established c.1850. The grouping comprises now mainly ruinous buildings tall industrial chimneys and various tramways. The buildings are all roofless and are constructed in granite while the chimneys are constructed either in brick or a mixture of brick and stone. Large scars are still visible across the landscape.
Appraisal
Though mainly ruinous, these structures (belonging to a once vital mining complex) are an important part of County Wicklow's industrial heritage.