Geevor Tin Mine
Geevor Tin Mine
4.7
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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This preserved mining site features a museum, underground tour and visitor center all perched on the rugged cliffs of Penwith, offering magnificent coastal views high above the crashing surf below.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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H Singh
Birmingham, UK28 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
We’ve been in Cornwall a few days and the weather today was temperamental at best!!
We found this place online, and previous reviews stated a lot of this attraction was indoors.
We arrived and first things first the staff are so lovely!! Everyone was so chilled out and nearly all of the staff we met around the site took the time out to explain the inner workings to us, and share personal stories! This is an awesome touch.
There’s a good mix of original features and workings and interactive activities for the kids, also a really cool walk through a historic mine underground. There’s lots of awesome original artefacts to see, and there is a lot that has been left as it would have been 30 years ago, with lots of personal local stories included!
All in all for what we paid for a family ticket we found this excellent value for money (especially considering the price of other local attractions in the area), and would happily come back again!
Just a note, the cafe on site is great, albeit small - if you do come you can book a table, we were here on a fairly quiet day, and there was still a wait for a table. The food and service was great here too!
Thanks all at Geevor for a really great day out!
We found this place online, and previous reviews stated a lot of this attraction was indoors.
We arrived and first things first the staff are so lovely!! Everyone was so chilled out and nearly all of the staff we met around the site took the time out to explain the inner workings to us, and share personal stories! This is an awesome touch.
There’s a good mix of original features and workings and interactive activities for the kids, also a really cool walk through a historic mine underground. There’s lots of awesome original artefacts to see, and there is a lot that has been left as it would have been 30 years ago, with lots of personal local stories included!
All in all for what we paid for a family ticket we found this excellent value for money (especially considering the price of other local attractions in the area), and would happily come back again!
Just a note, the cafe on site is great, albeit small - if you do come you can book a table, we were here on a fairly quiet day, and there was still a wait for a table. The food and service was great here too!
Thanks all at Geevor for a really great day out!
Written 28 March 2024
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Michael C
26 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
We visited Geevor as we were looking for something a little different to the usual seaside holiday day out. We were not disappointed. The whole experience is very well put together. You can take it at your own pace, there’s plenty to look at and explore. The museum area is really informative and interesting. There are even some former miners on hand to talk you through some of the aspects of working in a tin mine. They are clearly very passionate about their heritage as well as being friendly and helpful. The areas that give an insight into the day to day life of a miner are also well worth exploring (changing rooms, shower blocks etc) and they are preserved to represent how they would have been 35 or so years ago when the mine closed. The highlight is the underground section where you get to explore a small section of the tunnels. This isn’t overly long but you can go through as many times as you like. It’s quite tight in places, so not one for anyone with claustrophobia. We visited on a lovely sunny day and the views over the Atlantic were stunning, we also walked for 40 minutes or so, along the coast and got to see some more old mine pump houses including the spectacular botallack pump house that is perched precariously on cliffs right next to the ocean. The nature of the attraction means it’s suitable for any weather though. It’s worth noting a Cornish heritage pass will get you a 50% discount on admission, so that’s worth considering if you plan on visiting any other Cornish hero associated attractions. Overall very highly recommended.
Written 3 July 2024
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Steve_Lincs1
Lincoln, UK1,877 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
This place is a hidden gem. There is probably more to do here than you will think and it’s at least a half day visit. The entrance price is also very good value as you can return for free within 12 months.
The mine buildings themselves contain the history and information on the mine and tin mining production across Cornwall.
There is a tour of the old Mexico mine and then you can walk out onto the south west coastal path if you wish.
A well recommended visit
The mine buildings themselves contain the history and information on the mine and tin mining production across Cornwall.
There is a tour of the old Mexico mine and then you can walk out onto the south west coastal path if you wish.
A well recommended visit
Written 10 December 2024
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Dave S
Texas9 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
The Geevor tin mines are a part of the history of this area which was built on mining. The mine ran from the late 18th century through the 1980’s. The entire area was developed into a tourist attraction in the 1990’s. As an attraction, it offers something for everyone. There are museum exhibits about mining, interactive attractions (including a panning for minerals demo) and you get to go through an actual underground portion of the older mine. Throughout the exhibit you meet people who either worked in the mine before it closed or had family who worked the mine. Their knowledge and stories really make the exhibits come to life and help visitors understand mining culture.
I highly recommend this exhibit-kids will love it. Getting there is a bit tricky unless you drive yourself. But you can take a bus from St. Ives, Penzance or Lands end. The coaster bus is a good choice and runs regularly. It costs 2 for a one-way trip and you get a 10% discount on your entry ticket if you take the bus. It takes about 2-hours to see the park so plan accordingly.
I highly recommend this exhibit-kids will love it. Getting there is a bit tricky unless you drive yourself. But you can take a bus from St. Ives, Penzance or Lands end. The coaster bus is a good choice and runs regularly. It costs 2 for a one-way trip and you get a 10% discount on your entry ticket if you take the bus. It takes about 2-hours to see the park so plan accordingly.
Written 25 May 2024
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spidwid
Penzance, UK299 contributions
Mar 2025 • Family
Such an interesting place to visit. You can either take the tour of the underground mine or perhaps, browse the beautiful landscape. It costs ÂŁ20 entrance fee. There is a cafe with a beautiful seaview. There is also a well stocked gift shop whereby, you can purchase an eclectic mix of gifts. You can take a picnic to save money if you wish and the views are spectacular. You can also hire pedal bikes. The terrain is rough so it may be difficult for some individuals.
Written 19 March 2025
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Ali T
Totnes, UK17 contributions
Sept 2024 • Family
I visited Geevor Mine recently with friends and we all had such an interesting and enjoyable time. The staff there were lovely, there were so many parts of the mine to visit and the exhibits and explanation gave a real sense of the history of the place and all the processes involved. We didn't realise (or had forgotten) how suddenly the mine was shut down. The huge miners' locker room looked as if the men were all about to return for another shift - overalls hung up, boots waited. It was quite sad and eerie.
But even more touching was the Cross Cut exhibition. You entered a dark chamber and it was as if you were standing at the top of a mineshaft looking down. Sometimes you could see the ghostly figures of miners at work and listen to them talking as they worked. We met the artist James Barber, who created the installation. He spent months talking to the miners and their families and recorded conversations, which waft over you as stand in the dark. Outside are many artefacts from the mine donated by the community, which relate to what was experienced "in the mine shaft". It was an extraordinary experience - congratulations to James on creating such an authentic and almost surreal experience.
So a trip to Geevor is highly recommended. And don't miss out on the cafe. Delicious food.
But even more touching was the Cross Cut exhibition. You entered a dark chamber and it was as if you were standing at the top of a mineshaft looking down. Sometimes you could see the ghostly figures of miners at work and listen to them talking as they worked. We met the artist James Barber, who created the installation. He spent months talking to the miners and their families and recorded conversations, which waft over you as stand in the dark. Outside are many artefacts from the mine donated by the community, which relate to what was experienced "in the mine shaft". It was an extraordinary experience - congratulations to James on creating such an authentic and almost surreal experience.
So a trip to Geevor is highly recommended. And don't miss out on the cafe. Delicious food.
Written 22 October 2024
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Richard P
Nethy Bridge, UK22 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
Hadn't planned on visiting, but ended up there and well worth the entrance fee. Easy to access, lots of parking, great as we have a campervan. To avoid too much detail, I'll simply say the museum flows nicely, lots of information, there are ex miners who worked until the mine closed who add that personal experience along with the history. If you take children I'd guess it'd be good, lots of age appropriate information. Parts are extremely poignant. The sheer scale/size is amazing, and I'd recommend taking a wander to the far side of the site to get an impression of the overall site. A highlight is of course the actual mine tunnel. And do not take off your helmet, you will hurt your head!! A very unexpected but extremely pleasant find, well worth a visit.
Written 19 June 2024
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Lydia B
2 contributions
Nov 2024 • Family
You can spend the whole day here, but definitely allot at least 2 hours. So much history, and some of the people who lived it are still there to tell the stories. Many thanks to Colin, who spoke with us about his time on one of the rescue teams. We visited in the off-season, and so had the chance to get a tour of the mill and through an older tunnel of the mine. (During summer, you walk through the mill on your own.) The tunnel tour is about 5-6 minutes, so you have a chance to feel how tight things are but not get claustrophobic. The "Dry" is incredible and tells the stories of the different mining jobs. There's something for all ages (including panning for gems), plus the cafe food is fabulous and the views are stunning. We walked the coast to Portheros Cove. You can also walk the other direction to Levant Mine and beyond. Everyone (from the cafe workers to the tour guides) is friendly and full of information. Highly recommend!
Written 22 November 2024
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Tsurupack
Chiba Japan1,339 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
From Penzance, I took a ÂŁ2 bus to the mine site near the coast, walked along the Coast Path and saw many mine sites to Cape Conwell. Rough coasts, beautiful seas and the ruins of rotting mines. Nostalgia.
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Written 22 August 2024
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Josh G
London, UK5 contributions
Oct 2024 • Solo
I went to Geevor Tin Mine primarily to see Crosscut by James Barber, an immersive art installation inspired by the mine. I was immediately drawn into the world of the miners, beautifully created through different elements - very much a multi sensory experience. I especially loved the audio recordings of the miners telling stories and anecdotes. I was blown away by the level of care and detail with which the piece is made. A genuinely enjoyable, moving and educational work of art.
Written 15 October 2024
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Is it worth paying for this if we are National Trust members and so could go to Levant or East Pool for free? We have primary school-aged children.
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Written 30 May 2021
Yes it is, full of history and so worth a visit
Written 8 November 2021
Is this somewhere to go on a wet day?
Written 15 August 2019
Hello, i would say absolutely, its 95% inside and a short walk outside to access the internal cavern, there is also a cafe for a meal
Written 17 August 2019
I would like to take my husband to a tin mine as part of our 10th wedding anniversary as it’s symbolised by tin.... however we also have a 6yr daughter to consider in our visit. Which would be the most interesting and offer the most for us all also considering safety as most important - Geevor tin mines, Poldark Tin Mine or Levant Tin Mine and beam engine... is it right they do gechaching? We are national trust members so would probably do Levant anyway but any advice greatly appreciated on other two. Both seem good s would love to go underground but don’t want anything steep or precarious for my little girl. Thanks in advance for any advise.
Written 3 June 2018
Hi there . We had a tour of geevor in early may 2018 and had a great few hours . Very interesting . An exhibition first and then a tour for yourself around the inside of the mine . Then a half hour conducted tour underground led by a chap that had worked in the same mine for 25 years . Its dark and a little wet and you need to mind your head at times but very informative and the guide very amusing . Geevor is not national trust and i think cost around ÂŁ12 pp . Nice tea room and shop after . We stopped in penzance for 5 days so hired a car for 1 day and didnt take that long to get there . Quite thought provoking . If your daughter is ok in the dark ( it is lit up inside ) she will be fine . You wear a hard hat and old overall . Worth a trip
Neil
Written 4 June 2018
Would anyone recommend this over Levant mine and beam engine?
Written 20 March 2018
If you only have time for one I would recommend Geevor but they are so close to each other, only around a ten minute walk along the coast, it is easy to do both in one visit.
Written 1 June 2018
How long does it take to go round here?
Written 19 March 2018
We were there about 3 and a half hours, lots to read and look at, the highlight was the trip down the mine which took up at least an hour.
Written 24 March 2018
Not that I know, but it's dark down there, and slippery - so you need to be careful if you go with small child.
Written 5 December 2017
I have mobility problems and walk with a crutch how accessible is this site.
Written 30 October 2016
There are slopes and steps within the mine but access as far as I could see was good yes there will be restrictions but I would not see this ruining a good day out.
Written 31 October 2016
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