The last Great Cornish Engineer?

Tuesday July 9^th  -7.30pm Liskeard Public Hall

William West-The last great Cornish engineer?

On Tuesday there will be An illustrated talk by John Manley exploring the work of William West  This engineer is best known for building the most efficient Cornish engine ever made-but he achieved much more over his rags to riches life, making several engineering advances that have been ignored by the history book.

Was he a the last Cornish Engineer, come along to the talk and decide yourself!
 
This talk will be followed by a walk on Caradon moor illustrating some of West’s work.

 

 

Saturday July 13^th – South Caradon Mine

Memories of machines and men.
Meet 1100 at the Crows Nest Inn car park. Stout footwear recommend.
(members only)