Poldice Mine: Rockhounding in Gwennap, Cornwall

Poldice Mine is a mapped rockhounding spot in Gwennap, Cornwall, United Kingdom. Reported finds include arsenopyrite, olivenite, chalcophyllite, liroconite, mimetite, and more. Below: coordinates, access notes, and nearby spots.

Quick details

Access: Permission required
Area: Gwennap
County / council area: Cornwall
Postcode: TR16 5PN
Coordinates: 50.24050, -5.17400

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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Poldice Mine FAQ

Where is Poldice Mine?+

Poldice Mine is in Gwennap, Cornwall, United Kingdom, at 50.24050, -5.17400.

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

Poldice Mine is reported to produce Arsenopyrite, Olivenite, Chalcophyllite, Liroconite, Mimetite, Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Poldice 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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