Wentworth Main Mine Lucknow
Highlights
- Explore the historic Wentworth Main Mine, uncovering the rich gold mining heritage of Lucknow from the 1890s.
- Discover the intricate mine workings and infrastructure, gaining insights from a hologram workman sharing fascinating stories.
- Stroll through the picturesque site, enjoying a 300 metre round trip on a gravel path amidst stunning landscapes.
- Relax at the picnic area, perfect for unwinding after your adventure while soaking up the local history.
The Lucknow Goldfield was discovered in 1851, soon after Australia’s first payable gold was found at nearby Ophir.
The Wentworth Main Mine is located on the eastern side of Lucknow and relates to the 1890s and 1930s mining booms.
At its peak, the Wentworth Goldfield was one of the richest in NSW and Lucknow was a thriving mining village amid a network of mine shafts and mullock heaps.
William Charles Wentworth invested in land at Lucknow in the 1830s and discover all about the mine workings, poppet head, stamper battery and other infrastructure while walking through mine site. There is also a hologram workman who shares a mine of information.
Visitors require a medium level of fitness as it is a 300 metre round trip with approximately 30 steps on a gravel surface. The mine is open on the first weekend of each month from 10am- 2.30pm. Entry is free.
Please note the site may close during severe weather events.
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Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
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