Coniston Copper Mines Re-Discovered Part 2

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Jeff
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15 years ago

As mentioned in Part 1 after conversations with the author this series of articles is now available to all.

I have up-loaded Part 2 (of 3) of “Coniston Copper Mines Revisited” to the Coniston Copper Mine page. (link please)

Part 2 includes the exploration of the Paddy End workings and the attempt to find a through route from Levers Water to Hospital Level. The fearsome “Funnel” is also descended and explored.
There are five excellent maps and ten photographs from that period.

It’s a fascinating insight into the early forays into what was then unknown and serious territory.

Part 3 will be added later and records the discoveries of "The Oak Plug"
"Top Level Extension" and the exploration of "Brow Stope."
Jeff

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Mr.C
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15 years ago

Excellent, just printed pts 1&2 out for my bed time read. :thumbup:

We inhabit an island made of coal, surrounded by a sea full of fish. How can we go wrong.......

RichardLevett
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15 years ago

Thanks for uploading those, you are helping me get through a very long day at work! 🙂

Jeff
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15 years ago

Reply to Richard Levett

No problem Richard. These articles are far to good not to be available to all...even those at work!

Jeff

RichardLevett
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15 years ago

I wish my boss had the same attitude that you have 😉 . I'm looking forward to part 3!

Morlock
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15 years ago

Interesting reading whilst trying to visualize the settings, thanks. 🙂