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Redruth is a historical town in the Cornwall region of England. With a population of nearly 13,000, Redruth offers a relaxed environment with plenty of tourist attractions. The town of Redruth is located in an area that has played an important role in the mining industry of England. Copper was first mined in Redruth and tin was discovered after some years. Redruth has remained a major market centre and mining town for decades.

Redruth is no longer considered a mining town as the last operational mine closed in 1998. The town of Redruth has attained popularity as new tourism have opened up, attracting a large number of people. Copper and tin mines remain the most visited sites in Redruth. Redruth is a short drive away from the historical towns of Carnbrea and Scorrier, according to Vernon Pethard of www.newhomesforsale.co.uk.

Redruth is also close to St. Ives, and Truro and offers excellent road and rail connections to London, which is 240 miles away from the town.

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Places of Interest in Redruth

Cornish Mines and Engines: Redruth engineering legend Richard Trevithick introduced two beam engines for mining business. Redruth has achieved the distinction of being one of the few places in the world to host the largest beam engines. There is a well stocked museum that offers glimpses into the bright past of Redruth mining. An industrial discovery centre has been set-up that hosts regular exhibitions.

Blue Hills Tin Streams: Redruth offers an opportunity to visit tin mines and look at the processing of the metal. Tourists to Redruth can visit this site to take a closer look at the process and buy jewellery and gift-ware.

Roseland House and Garden: Redruth offers a glimpse into the history of mining with preserved housing for mining captains and workers. A mining captain's house has been converted into a garden and attracts a large number of visitors. The garden offers exotic varieties of flowers and plants along with indigenous plant life of Redruth.

Parish Church of St. Uny: It is one of the oldest churches in Redruth that has undergone renovations. It offers a glimpse into the Norman origins of Redruth though it was later rebuilt in the 18th century. Masonry and architecture of the church is also

Tin Miner Statue: A bronze sculpture of a tin miner has been erected in Redruth town centre. The two metre tall statue was produced by David Annand, a Scottish artist. It has become a tourist attraction because of the history of Redruth as a tin and copper mining town. Murdoch House: Famous inventor William Murdoch lived in this house and it was the first house in the world to use piped coal gas. The historical building is a major tourist attraction in Redruth for history buffs as well as people who want to trace their Cornish ancestry. Global Migration Project is housed in the building with an extensive database on genealogy.

Famous People from Redruth

William Murdoch, the father of modern gas lighting, spent a considerable part of his life in Redruth. Actor and comedian Rory McGrath and actress Kristin Scott Thomas are also from the town of Redruth.

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