The Kelly Mine Preservation Society (KMPS) was formed in 1984, to save and restore this important monument to Dartmoor's mining heritage.

The mine is located on the eastern flank of Dartmoor, within the National Park. Work commenced in 1985 and has continued with the regular meetings on most Wednesdays and Sundays; The first Sunday of each month is a working day.

Restoration work is divided into projects which are undertaken by groups or individuals. Much of the work on the more extended projects is carried out at regular Wednesday meetings.

Work groups are encouraged to pay careful attention to the details provided by plans and photographs brought to light by the Society's researchers and the recollections of ex-miners. Several surviving miners have been traced and their recorded interviews have provided much valuable information into the miners' working practices and conditions.

Funding of the Society is by membership subscriptions, individual donations and various grants and awards, including The Dorothea Award for Conservation 2007. Many members not actively involved in the restoration work are kept up-to-date with progress by means of a bi-monthly newsletter.

The affairs of The Society are guided by a committee of nine elected members, which meets quarterly. The AGM, usually held on the first Sunday in November, marks the beginning of the new membership year. It provides the opportunity for the membership to review the progress of the Society and to elect the new committee.

For mine visits, interviews, filming and further information please contact:

Nick Walter, 11 Lears Lane, Chudleigh, Devon TQ13 0LP. Telephone 01626 853127

Become a member of KMPS (minimum age 18). The membership year starts in November;  new members are very welcombe at any time of the year.

Please send a cheque for £15 payable to KMPS together with your name, address and telephone number  to:

Nick Walter, 11 Lears Lane, Chudleigh,Devon, TQ13 0LP


May2020