Gunpowder was commonly used for blasting in mines and quarries, as well as for military purposes, until the late 19th century when it was superceded by high explosives. The site at Powder Mills was established in 1844 by George Frean and remained in use until 1897. Amongst the surviving buildings are grinding mills, blending mills, incorporating mills, gunpowder processing buildings and charge magazines.
This is part of the Series: DES01/05 Eileen Deste: Tamar Valley; within the Collection: DES01 Eileen Deste Collection
© Historic England Archive
Photographer: Deste, Eileen
Victorian Gunpowder Works, Rural Landscape
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