Much of the route is now bridleway forming part of the Cornish Mineral Tramway Trails route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders.
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Seeking an improved means of transport, in 1798 (Francis Basset), "Paid Mr. John Williams subscription towards planning a canal from Portreath £10. 10s. 0d".
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Between about 1815 and 1819 it was extended to Crofthandy serving Poldice, Wheal Unity and Wheal Gorland mines.