Hawke's Shaft pumping engine house black plaque

This black commemorative plaque records: Killifreth. Hawke's Shaft pumping engine house operational 1893-97 with an 80" engine and 1912-21 with an 85", which necessitated raising the stack to its present height. conservation of this structure was authorised and funded by carrick district council in 1987. the work was carried out by manpower services commission community action programme under the supervision of Mr Howard Martin. Recorded plaque organisation: Mineral Tramways Project.

Hawke's Shaft pumping engine house, operational from 1893-97 and 1912-21, is a significant remnant of Cornwall’s tin mining industry, showcasing the region’s engineering prowess in maintaining dry mining conditions through large-scale steam pumping engines. Its conservation underscores the local commitment to preserving industrial heritage sites.