What is recorded here
This slate commemorative plaque records: "The Old Sluice Gate". A sluice gate was placed here to control the flow of water into the older reservoir (C1757) which was located opposite where the car park is now sited.
The Old Sluice Gate in Penzance dates back to circa 1757, serving as a crucial component for managing water flow into an older reservoir, highlighting its historical importance in local water management systems.
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