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Preparing for the third Royal Party descent of inclined shaft, Botallack Mine, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. 24th July 1865
Filename: TRURI-2011-11-7.tiff
Size: 3312 x 4692 (3.2MB)
Date: 7th September 2018
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.124487, -5.679125
© From the collection of the RIC
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Preparing for the third Royal Party descent of inclined shaft, Botallack Mine, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. 24th July 1865
The Prince and Princess of Wales, later to become King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, were in the first skip to descend the inclined Boscawen Shaft. Pictured here are the Duke of St Albans, the Earl of Mount Edgecumbe, Captain de Grey and Edward St Aubyn. The despatching party are wearing top hats and Captain John Rowe is standing to the rear of skip, helmet in hand and ready to take his seat as brakesman. The Crowns pumping engine house is on the right. Photographer: Robert H. Preston
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TRURI : 2011.11.7
Media ID 15389303
© From the collection of the RIC
Capturing a Historic Descent - The Royal Party at Botallack Mine, Cornwall
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this remarkable print taken on the 24th of July, 1865, we witness an iconic moment in history as preparations are underway for the third Royal Party descent of the inclined shaft at Botallack Mine. This particular occasion holds great significance as it marks the presence of the Prince and Princess of Wales, who would later ascend to become King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra. The image showcases a group of distinguished individuals involved in this grand event. Among them are notable figures such as the Duke of St Albans, the Earl of Mount Edgecumbe, Captain de Grey, and Edward St Aubyn. Dressed impeccably for the occasion with their top hats adorning their heads, they exude an air of anticipation mixed with regal elegance. Standing proudly to the rear of one skip is Captain John Rowe, helmet in hand and ready to assume his role as brakesman once seated. His poised stance reflects both his expertise and commitment to ensuring a safe descent for all participants. To add further context to this scene, we catch a glimpse of Crowns pumping engine house on the right side—an architectural marvel that played a vital role in powering operations within Botallack Mine. Preserved through time by photographer Robert H. Preston's lens, this image offers us an extraordinary window into Cornwall's rich mining heritage while immortalizing a significant visit from royalty that will forever be etched in history books
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