Redruth Collection

Richard Arthur (Dicky Nine Lives), Edwyn Vincent (1858-1919)
Oil on canvas, English School, 1887. Primitive style full length portrait of man in mining clothes with Pednandrea Mine in the background of the painting

Carn Brea castle - in snow - looking east to Redruth and beyond - Cornwall - UK
DAC-139 Carn Brea castle - in snow - looking east to Redruth and beyond Cornwall - UK David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Portreath, Cornwall, September 1928
A GWR publicity view of Portreath, near Redruth in Cornwall, September 1928. Portreath beach lies below with holidaymakers enjoying the sunshine on the North Cornish coast

Winding Engine, Tresavean Copper Mine, Lanner, England
Winding Engine, Tresavean Copper Mine, Lanner, near Redruth, Cornwall, England. Date: 1900s

Portrait of Richard Trevithick
863538 Portrait of Richard Trevithick; (add.info.: Richard Trevithick (1771-1833) English engineer and inventor, born near Redruth, Cornwall

The village and beach, Porthtowan, Cornwall. Probably early to mid 1900s
A view of Porthtowan village and beach looking west from East Cliff. People are making their way across the dunes, some with motor bikes, and a tennis court is laid out in the field on the far side

The beach and cliffs, Porthtowan, Cornwall. Probably early to mid 1900s
A view of Porthtowan beach and cliffs looking west from East Cliff, showing the Tobban Horse rock before the partial collapse in the 1960s. Photographer: Unknown

England, Cornwall, Redruth, East Pool Mine

Gwennap Pit, Redruth

Gwennap Pit near Redruth Cornwall, early 1900s

Tram terminus, Redruth

Redruth Tram Terminus early 1900s

Fore Street, Redruth

Redruth Fore Street early 1900s

1840s Victorian Map of Cornwall

County Map of Cornwall, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Gwennap Pit near Redruth, Cornwall, where Methodist John Wesley preached to massive congregations 18 times between 1762 and 1789

Trades in Regency England: china painting, pin making
Trades people in Regency England. Artist painting a porcelain vase in a Worcester china factory 7, girl using a foot-driven anvil to add heads to pins in a pin-making factory in Gloucester 8

Damaged building and van, Bridge Inn, near Redruth, Cornwall, with people posing alongside. circa 1920s

Trades in Regency England
6340264 Trades in Regency England by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency England. Tin mines, bullocks and pipe smoking)

Wallis and Steevens Road Roller GOU 537 Amy
Wallis & Steevens Road Roller GOU 537 Amy at Redruth steam rally. Advance 10 ton Steam Roller supplied new to the War Department (Royal Engineers, Aldershot)

Garrett Showmans Road Locomotive 33353, The Chough, at Redruth steam rally (later converted to Tractor). Maker: Richard Garrett & Sons, in Leiston

Fowler Road Roller 18075, Britannia at Redruth steam rally. Maker: John Fowler & Co. of Leeds, Type: Road Roller Number: 18075 Built: 1930 Registration: CV 1662 Class: DNB Cylinders: Single Nhp

Marshall General Purpose Engine 38024, Cressing Temple at Redruth steam rally. Maker: Marshall, Sons & Co. Type: General Purpose Engine Number: 38024 Built: 1902 Registration: TA 629 Cylinders

Garrett Tractor 34789, Queenie - later Cornish Star
Garrett Tractor 34789, Queenie (later Cornish Star), at Redruth steam rally. :- Maker: Richard Garrett & Sons, in Leiston

Foden Tractor 13454, Samantha at Redruth steam rally. Maker: Edwin Foden, Sons and Co of Elworth Works, Sandbach, Type: Tractor Number: 13454 Built: 1929 Registration: KX 3340 Class: C Cylinders

Fowler Showmans Road Locomotive 15657, The Iron Maiden at Redruth steam rally. Maker: John Fowler & Co. of Leeds, Type: Showmans Road Locomotive Number: 15657 Built: 1920 Registration: FX 6661 Class

Garrett Portable Engine at Redruth steam rally. was at the time of the rally, in regular use for soil sterilisation at a nursery in Hayle, a small town, civil parish and cargo port in west Cornwall

Cornwall TR15 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cornwall TR15 2

Gwennap Pit near Redruth, 18th century
Gwennap Pit near Redruth, probably caused by the subsistence of 18th centurys. John Wesley first preached here in 1762, then regularly up until his 85th year, once to 32, 000 people. The pit is c

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The castle and monument on Carn Brea

Brian Jacks at Carn Brea Leisure Centre, Redruth, Cornwall
Brian Jacks (b. 1946), British judoka (judo practitioner) and champion (top), with David Denmead of St Ives, demonstrating during a teaching session for young people at Carn Brea Leisure Centre

Gwennap Pit near Redruth, Cornwall, where Methodist John Wesley preached to massive congregations 18 times between 1762 and 1789

Redruth Whitsun Fair
Children riding a hand-cranked roundabout at Redruth Whitsun Fair

Tin mine between Cambourne and Redruth, Cornwall. Washing ore foreground. Background, Cornish steam engine houses powering mine pumps and raising machinery. Engraving c1860

Hayle Railway, Tresavean Incline, Lanner, England
Hayle Railway, Tresavean Incline, Lanner, near Redruth, Cornwall, England. Date: 1920s

Interior Harveys Engine House, East Pool Mine, Pool
Interior Harveys Engine House, East Pool Mine (tin, copper and china clay), Pool, near Redruth, Cornwall, England. Showing the to cylinder of Harveys Engine. Date: 1900s

Two boys with teddy bears, Redruth, Cornwall
Two boys with teddy bears, en route to a Teddy Bears Picnic at their school in Redruth, Cornwall

Miss County of Cornwall, holding the TSW Trophy presented by Redruth Chamber of Commerce

David Mudd MP and Miss County of Cornwall, holding the TSW Trophy presented by Redruth Chamber of Commerce

Richard Trevithick (1771-1883) English engineer and inventor, born at Illogan between Camborne and Redruth, Cornwall. Built high pressure steam engines and road and railway locomotives

Richard Trevithick (1771-1833) English engineer and inventor, born near Redruth, Cornwall. Between 1800and 1815 he built a number of steam-powered road vehicles and railway locomotives

Redruth, Cornwall
Distant view of Redruth, Cornwall, with hills in the distance. Date: 1813

REDRUTH - 1907
Redruth Station, Cornwall

Redruth Fair, 1913
Redruth Fair

Carousel at Redruth, 1913
Motor car roundabout at Redruth Fancy Fair

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"Exploring the Rich History and Scenic Beauty of Redruth, Cornwall" Discover the captivating tales of Redruth, a town steeped in history and surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. From the enigmatic Richard Arthur, known as Dicky Nine Lives, to the influential Edwyn Vincent who left an indelible mark on this community from 1858 to 1919. Marvel at Carn Brea castle adorned with a snowy blanket, offering panoramic views that stretch beyond Redruth into the picturesque Cornwall countryside. Transport yourself back to September 1928 in Portreath, where golden sands meet azure waters, creating a tranquil haven for visitors. Immerse yourself in industrial heritage at Tresavean Copper Mine's Winding Engine in Lanner. Witnessing this marvel of engineering transports you back to an era when mining shaped Redruth's identity. Experience spiritual serenity at Gwennap Pit near Redruth; its amphitheater-like setting has witnessed countless gatherings over centuries. Picture yourself amidst early 1900s congregations seeking solace and inspiration within these sacred grounds. Step aboard a tram at the bustling terminus in Redruth during its heyday. Feel the excitement as passengers embark on journeys through time along tracks that once connected communities across Cornwall. Stroll down Fore Street in early 1900s Redruth; immerse yourself in its vibrant atmosphere filled with charming shops and bustling market stalls. Experience firsthand how this street was once alive with activity and commerce. Uncover historical treasures through an enchanting Victorian map of Cornwall from the 1840s. Trace your finger along winding roads leading you closer to hidden gems like Redruth waiting to be discovered. Escape to Porthtowan village beach; transport yourself back to simpler times during early-mid-1900s Cornwall. Let your imagination run wild as you soak up sun-kissed shores while breathing in the salty sea air.