A 19th-century beam engine, Wheal Betsy is a historic steam engine located in the Camborne School of Mines museum in Cornwall, England. Built in 1815, it is one of the oldest surviving steam engines in the world and a significant example of early industrial heritage. The engine features a large beam and cylinder, and is housed in a specially designed building that allows visitors to view its workings from multiple angles.
Nice little place, with a beautiful scenery
Definitely worth the slight detour on my hike. Quite close to the road. A free bit of history, what's not to like.
Worth looking at if you're driving past. You can stand inside the chimney and look up, but lots of drops around and signs point to dangerous abandoned mineshafts in the area.
Interesting visit. Not much to see apart from the old building and scenery but quite scenic.
Very nice place to visit great to see a piece of mining history and an old pump house still standing.
Lovely place to visit, a bit of history not far from the road, there is a pull in big enough for 2 cars on the A386
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Nice little place, with a beautiful scenery
Definitely worth the slight detour on my hike. Quite close to the road. A free bit of history, what's not to like.
Worth looking at if you're driving past. You can stand inside the chimney and look up, but lots of drops around and signs point to dangerous abandoned mineshafts in the area.
Interesting visit. Not much to see apart from the old building and scenery but quite scenic.
Very nice place to visit great to see a piece of mining history and an old pump house still standing.
Lovely place to visit, a bit of history not far from the road, there is a pull in big enough for 2 cars on the A386
