Geevor Tin Mine
Britain's largest preserved mining site turned museum, where visitors can wear hard hats and descend into an 18th-century mine shaft. It is part of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site.
Geevor Tin Mine ceased production in 1990 and is now a museum, preserving its ore processing plant, winding house, changing rooms, and other complete facilities. Guides lead visitors through the old Wheal Mexico shaft to experience the miners' working conditions. Admission is about £20 and includes a guided tour. The tunnels are low and damp, so sturdy non-slip shoes are required, and people with claustrophobia should think twice. The mine is in Pendeen, about 20 km from St Ives.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00 (shorter in winter; Saturday closures per official website)
Nearby sights
- Levant Mine and Beam Engine
- Botallack Mine
- Cape Cornwall
- Mên-an-Tol
- Land's End
- Porthcurno Beach
- PK Porthcurno
- Minack Theatre