Geevor Tin Mine
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Geevor Tin Mine is a museum and heritage centre offering a living history of a working tin mine. Explore the story of the people and the landscape in The Underground Tour which takes you to the early days of mining. It gives a vivid image of Victorian miners, men & boys working long hours in the dark and cramped conditions. You can have a go at Panning, the ancient method of prospecting for valuable heavy metals. You can even keep what you find! Other activities include looking down Victory Shaft and experiencing the miner's dry, left almost untouched as it was on the day the last miner left and you can visit the Hard Rock Museum, telling the story of mining in Geevor.
Somewhere To Eat?
There is a restaurant selling a range of food and drink.Are There Toilets?
Toilets are located by the visitors centre.Want To Treat Yourself?
There is a gift shop selling a selection of souvenirs.Where Shall I Park?
There is a car park available on-site.Features
- Indoor
Category
Museums
Suitable For
toddler
3-5
6-9
10+
Opening Times
Sunday to Friday: 9am to 5pm. We are closed on Saturdays.
Price Information
- Adult : £12
- Child (4+) : £8.70
- Student : £8.70
- Senior Citizen : £12.75
- Children under 4 go : free
Facilities
•Picnic area•Parking•Gift shop•Guide dogs welcome•Restaurant•Coach parties welcome
How To Get There
- Pendeen, Penzance, Cornwall TR19 7EW
- 01736788662
- Website
Directions
From Penzance take A3071 towards St Just, then B3318 towards Pendeen. From St Ives follow B3306 to Pendeen.
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