Wheal Ellen Mine, Truro, TR4

Coastal Land/ Tin Mine for sale within the stunning valley of Porthtowan.

A short walk from the blue flag beach of Porthtowan a hidden gem.  

Approximately 0.385 of an Acre (1560 square meters) on the surface level, extensive underground mine…please view the film that covers only a small section of the mine workings.

Porthtowan is a popular coastal village situated along the spectacular world heritage Cornish coastline, A hidden gem being famous for its "Blue Flag" beach, renowned surf break and beautiful walks along the North coast. The village is a popular destination for families and surfers, offering a good range of facilities which include a mini market, newsagents, post office, several bar/public houses, restaurants, hotels, B&Bs, cafes, a number of local shops and a large car park.
This stretch of the Cornish coast is fast becoming one of the most sought-after destinations in mid-Cornwall to live, Invest, own a second home, own an area of land for a lodge, holiday home or plot to park your motorhome to take a nice relaxing break due to its facilities, breathtaking walks and stunning beaches with excellent communication links throughout Cornwall with Truro close and the main A30 just four miles away. It has stunning views across the valley and is adjacent to the impressive Wheal Ellen engine house.

For viewings, the Land surface has open, easy access where you can view by yourselves anytime. Viewing inside the mine through the mineshaft is strictly prohibited and you will require full approvals and permissions prior. You are welcome to park anywhere convenient along the road through the valley while viewing.

Pinpoint location of land for sale, copy and paste the following gps coordinates into google maps (50.2763893, -5.2220071)

If using the What3words app use the following three words: deposits.mushroom.croutons

Postcode TR4 8DJ

Size of plot and internal mine:

Approximately 0.385 of an Acre (1560 square meters) on the surface level.
Comprising of a roadside plot of land with elevated ground with far reaching views across the valley, one photo shows wheal Ellen engine house across the way. The plot for sale dose not include the Engine house across the way used in the photos to give you an idea of the stunning setting surrounding.
The land is mainly stone and shrub cover over the ground and the concrete block mine shaft into the mine lies within the centre of the land.

Please View the film attached within this ad showing part of the extensive layout of the mine filmed inside with the potholers visit or goto the direct link:



Inside the mine has been partly mapped with the recent explorers, geologists/ Potholers who partly roughly mapped out the small extent of the mine. Refer to photo of their rough mapping guide with the extensive tunnels and passages that only covers a fraction to the extent of the mine within.

The Land and mine may appeal to various purchasers, ones looking for a coastal plot of land not far from a blue flag beach and stunning coastal walks. Geologist looking to explore and use the minerals, crystals and agate rocks within the mine. Or potholers for obvious reasons, there’s estimated over 5,000 members of the Cornish explorers alone so could possibly all chip in a small fee each to have a shared ownership of the land and mine. or may appeal to companies in search of the mineral or lithium reserves that could potentially lie within the area.
The search for Lithium deposits is currently a global search and as you’re maybe aware various mining companies have secured massive investment and funding into searching and now mining Cornwall concentrating on the former Tin mines ,where various studies also highlighted this mine area as a potential hotspot for lithium. Please refer to photo mapping sale area.
The Mine was the former Wheal Ellen Tin mine.

Wheal Ellen Mine, located near Porthtowan in Cornwall, England, was a significant 19th-century copper mine known for its substantial production of copper -ore. Operated primarily between 1826 and 1867, with a brief attempt to reopen in 1907, the mine yielded over 24,000 tons of copper ore during its peak years.

Minerals Extracted:

Copper: The primary mineral extracted, with 24,153 tons of copper ore raised between 1826 and 1862.

Lead and Zinc: Smaller quantities of lead and zinc were also produced.

Mining Operations:

Labour Force: In the mid-19th century, the mine employed around 220 people during the 1836-37 period.

The engine house of Wheal Ellen was built to house a pump engine to pump water from the mine, the mine went into liquidation and the engine was never installed, so the majority of the ore and minerals were never reached.
Reworking Attempts: An unsuccessful attempt to reopen the mine occurred in 1907.

Lithium Potential:

Lithium was discovered with extensive scientific studies carried out within the mines during the 17-1800’s, There was speculation about lithium's potential uses early on when discovering throughout the mines, and was written ‘if only we had a use for Lithium. but at the time, there was no major industrial application for it.

While this mine Wheal Ellen was primarily known for copper extraction, Cornwall has seen renewed interest in lithium exploration. Companies like Cornish Lithium are actively investigating the region's granite formations for lithium deposits. However, there is no specific evidence to suggest that Wheal Ellen itself has been assessed for lithium potential.

Mining :
In recent years, the UK government has shown support for mining ventures, exemplified by a £28.75 million investment in Cornish Metals to revive the South Crofty tin mine. Cornish Lithium, a mineral exploration and development company based in Cornwall, UK, has secured significant investments to advance lithium extraction projects in the region. In August 2023, the company announced a £53.6 million initial investment led by the UK Infrastructure Bank (UKIB)
This initiative aims to meet the growing demand for tin and lithium, essential for renewable energy technologies.
While specific planning applications for Wheal Ellen are not documented, the region's mining heritage and ongoing exploration activities highlight Cornwall's evolving mining landscape.


We can confirm the following:  
* There are no restrictive covenants on the land.
* Title absolute.
* Unrestricted access over roads for personal use.
* 100% freehold.
Numerous applications for various tourist and residential uses from lodges, cabins, statics, residential properties throughout the valley have gained planning permission and full information is freely available within the Cornwall council website. 

The land is previously used land from the Cornish mining period from around the 1800’s as many area’s throughout Cornwall were.
Various plots sold previously were also cleared, fenced round and used for both tourism, leisure use. A great location within easy reach of the beach and all the facilities the area has to offer.
A truly beautiful peaceful place as you will see when viewing. the land is situated right next to the stunning Wheal Ellen engine house, with stunning coastal walks and close to the beach.
The land is approximately 4 miles from the A30.
If you wish to Place an offer then please don't hesitate to simply contact us through the EMOOV messaging system to make your offer.

Terms and Conditions of Sale: - To proceed with the sale and to secure your offer sold subject to the sale terms and conditions. You will be required to pay a 10% non refundable instant deposit on offer acceptance and complete the sale within 6 weeks, or sooner if you wish.  
Please view all photos and map plans and film within the ad to familiarise yourself with the land for sale within Porthtowan valley.  Use Google maps link provided/ The what3words link given above with plans to hand when viewing
The owners haven’t submitted any planning applications previously upon this land for sale and have no surveys or reports for this sale land or any details for services, it’s understood that the main electric lines run through the valley also telephone lines on poles and understood the nearest main water pipe is within the main road.

Please make all your own enquiries that’s freely available with all the relevant service providers.

GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR OFFER.

**ENQUIRIES**

For all enquiries, viewing requests or to create your own listing please visit the Emoov website.

If calling, please quote reference: S3913