Cwmystwyth Mine: Rockhounding in Ceredigion

Cwmystwyth Mine is a mapped rockhounding spot in Ceredigion, United Kingdom. Reported finds include galena, sphalerite, pyrite, chalcopyrite, quartz. Below: coordinates, access notes, and nearby spots.

Quick details

Access: Permission required
County / council area: Ceredigion
Nearest road: B4574
Postcode: SY23 4AF
Coordinates: 52.35690, -3.75640

Land & collecting status

Permission required before collecting

Requires landowner, operator, or agency permission before any collecting. Most UK land is private, and there is no general public right to collect. Do not enter without explicit authorization.

Rules differ across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Most UK land is private, beaches and foreshore generally tolerate casual pebble collecting, and SSSIs and scheduled monuments are protected. Check this site's status before you collect.

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Cwmystwyth Mine FAQ

Where is Cwmystwyth Mine?+

Cwmystwyth Mine is in Ceredigion, United Kingdom, at 52.35690, -3.75640. Nearest road: B4574.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Cwmystwyth Mine?+

Cwmystwyth Mine is reported to produce Galena, Sphalerite, Pyrite, Chalcopyrite, Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Cwmystwyth Mine?+

Permission required before collecting. Requires landowner, operator, or agency permission before any collecting. Most UK land is private, and there is no general public right to collect. Do not enter without explicit authorization. Access rules in the UK differ by nation and land type, so always confirm permission and protections before a trip.

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