An open afternoon is being arranged to give members of the public the chance to find out about repair work going on at a former engine house in Dyserth.
Clive Engine House, a Cornish engine house in Dyserth, was built in 1860 and housed a 100” diameter steam cylinder which powered water extraction pumps at Talargoch Mine. It is now being repaired and reconsolidated.
Lead extraction is thought to have taken place at Talargoch since at least the Roman period and the Clive Engine House, which stopped operating in 1884, is one of the few remaining signs of what was once a large and very important industry in the area.
Thanks to grant aid from WREN and Cadw, work is being co-ordinated by Denbighshire County Council to bring about the repair of this wonderful building which has stood empty and at the mercy of the elements for over 100 years.
County Archaeologist Fiona Gale said: “It was a fantastic, once in a lifetime opportunity to repair the building and bring it back into good order.
On March 23rd there is the chance to visit and find out about some of the work which is taking place and some of the history of the building. An open afternoon is being held with talks taking place at 2pm, 4pm and 6pm. Booking is essential so please ring on 01824 708262 or email [email protected] for further details.
Councillor David Thomas, Cabinet Lead Member for Regeneration, said: “Come along and find out what is happening to protect and preserve this building, an important part of our national heritage and a testament to the hard work of all those who worked in the lead mines in the area over many years”.
