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Tin Men

4 Extra Debut. Jolyon Jenkins explores the history of the South Crofty tin mine in Cornwall, and the role of tin in Cornish politics. From March 2009.

Jolyon Jenkins explores the story of the last working tin mine in Cornwall, South Crofty near Redruth, which has re-opened for business but is not yet producing ore.

He meets the businessmen who are committed to once again raising tin from Cornish ground, hears from the Cornishmen divided on where Cornwall's future lies and why tin remains at the heart of Cornish politics.

30 minutes

Last on

Tue 15 Dec 201501:30
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Broadcasts

  • Wed 11 Mar 200911:00
    BBC Radio 4
  • Mon 14 Dec 201506:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Mon 14 Dec 201513:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Mon 14 Dec 201520:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 15 Dec 201501:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra