Kelly welcomes
new
members, both ladies and men, the mine site is a
unique and
tranquil setting
in a pristine wood, with bluebells, orchids, primroses in
season, plus
a gem of a small reservoir which attracts
wildlife. There is of course the working machinery forming the
processing plant and the mine itself. Much is available for
members to enjoy and far exceeds that on display to casual
visitors and
open days. As a member you can visit on Wednesdays and Sundays
and
just wander. Plus you will receive six informative
newsletters full of historical information, the electronic
version
has many colour photographs.
What we really would like is for you to swell
our
active member ranks,
skills are not a necessity, just a willingness to enjoy Kelly
and actively
participate. You may wish to just help care for the site and
promote
flora and fauna, or perhaps act as guide for the many small
organised
groups of
visitors. If you enjoy getting your hands dirty there is
machinery
operation and maintenance, much of which is historically
valuable, and
requires an attitude of loving and tender care. We do have an
active
underground working group which is stabilising adits on the
hillside
and the mine shaft. This is a unique experience as underground
workings
are not open to visiting public, however extra insurance is
required.
So, if you are looking for something different and a rewarding activity, for both young and recently retired, bringing Kelly mine back to the last days of its working commercial life, then join us.
Become a member of KMPS The membership year starts in November; however new members are very welcombe at any time of the year.
Please send a cheque for £15 payable to KMPS for adults (over eighteen) together with your name, address and telephone number to:
Nick Walter, 11 Lears Lane, Chudleigh, Devon,
TQ13 0LP
(Junior, over fourteen, is £5, but we would like you to visit Kelly and discuss first)
or for more info. email:
kellyminewebmaster@gmail.com