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Catching Copper - Free guided walks for Heritage Open Days

Tour the local area where Sovay Berriman was inspired to create her book, 'Catching Copper' and discover the often hidden beauty of this industrial landscape.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event

A walk with the artist - Sovay will lead this 2 hour tour which explores the ideas of change and loss, in people and environment and how our experiences and interactions can shape our future.

This moderate walk and talk starts at Michell's Engine House and will take approximately 2 hours at a distance of around 9.5km/ 5m.

The walk will end at Michell's Engine House with a private viewing of Sovay's installation.

Times

The basics

Booking details

Call 01209 315027 Please see our bookings page for additional information

Meeting point

Park in Morrison's car park and meet at Michell's Engine House 10 minutes before the start of the walk.

What to bring and wear

Stout footwear and outdoor clothing is recommended. It may be advisable to bring a hat, sunscreen and a bottle of water.

Accessibility

There is accessible parking and access to the ground floor of Michell's Engine House. For full accessibility details please see the access statement on the East Pool Mine website. The walk can be adapted to accommodate rest stops if requested in advance.

Other

Tickets must be booked through the Michell's Engine House ticketing on the East Pool Mine website.

Upcoming events

Event

Music installation at Michell's Engine House 

Hear the Four Lanes Male Choir sing the rousing verses of "Camborne Hill" as you ascend the floors of Michell's Engine House.

Event summary

on
16 Jun to 31 Jul 2025
at
11:00 to 13:00
+ 27 other dates or times
Event

Catching Copper - an exhibition by Sovay Berriman 

Michell's Engine House will be hosting the work of local artist Sovay Berriman.

Event summary

on
11 Aug to 25 Sep 2025
at
11:00 to 12:00
+ 55 other dates or times
Event

Free entry to Michell's Engine House for Heritage Open Days 

Join us as we celebrate England's biggest festival of culture and heritage by offering you free entry to Michell's Engine House from 12-21 September.

Event summary

on
15 Sep to 18 Sep 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 3 other dates or times