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China Clay Works ALB93_05_129
Filename: alb93_05_129.jpg
Size: 4055 x 6026 (4.2MB)
Date: 9th July 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
© Historic England Archive
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China Clay Works ALB93_05_129
Bloomdale China Clay and Stone Works, St. Stephen-in-Brannel, Cornwall. Photographed between 1919 and 1936. General view showing the sand pits and launcher at Bloomdale China Clay and Stone Works. This photograph forms part of a set in an album documenting the china clay industry around St Austell, Cornwall
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Media ID 21951671
© Historic England Archive
20th Century China Clay Works Cornish Industry Industrial Heritage Industry Mining Industry Quarry
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the Historic England Archive takes us back in time to the early 20th century, capturing a mesmerizing view of the Bloomdale China Clay and Stone Works in St. Stephen-in-Brannel, Cornwall. The photograph showcases the expansive sand pits and launcher that were integral to this thriving mining industry. The image offers a glimpse into Cornwall's rich industrial heritage, specifically highlighting its prominent role in the china clay industry. This sector played a significant part in shaping Cornish industry during this era, contributing to economic growth and providing employment opportunities for many local residents. As we immerse ourselves in this snapshot of history, we can almost feel the bustling energy surrounding these clay works. The sand pits stretch out before us, their vastness hinting at the immense scale of operations undertaken here. The launcher stands tall as a symbol of progress and innovation within an ever-evolving mining industry. This photograph is part of an album meticulously documenting various aspects of Cornwall's china clay industry around St Austell. It serves as a valuable record not only for historians but also for those interested in understanding how industries have shaped landscapes over time. Through images like these, we are reminded of our collective past and encouraged to appreciate both the beauty and significance found within our industrial heritage.
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