Geevor Tin Mine

Geevor Tin Mine

Go Underground in an 18th Century Tin Mine. Enjoy one of the best days out in Cornwall for the whole family – filled with discovery, exploration and adventure. Walk through the tunnels of 18th Wheal Mexico Mine made by men and boys who worked in the mine more than 200 years ago. Please note: it is essential that you bring a face covering to wear in the mine.

Come and discover the story of the Cornish tin and copper mining industry at Geevor Tin Mine. Geevor is set in stunning scenery on the Atlantic coast and was the last mine to work the famous St Just Mining District. Explore the mine buildings at your own pace and take a visit into 18th century Wheal Mexico Mine where men worked 200 years ago. Geevor Tin Mine, formerly North Levant Mine is a tin mine in the far west of Cornwall, United Kingdom, between the villages of Pendeen and Trewellard. It was operational between 1911 and 1990 during which time it produced about 50,000 tons of black tin.

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