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Follow in the footsteps of Cornish tin miners

All of the materials we use in our daily lives originated in the ground.
Think about it: If it's not grown it's mined!
Geevor Tin Mine, on the rugged cliffs of the Tin Coast of West Cornwall, is a stunning place to discover the story of Cornish metal mining, one of Cornwall's great industries, at this incredible World Heritage Site.
We are a multi-award winning family-friendly heritage attraction and learning centre.

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Put your hard hat on and go exploring at Geevor!

Astonishing history in an amazing landscape

Geevor is a real Cornish tin mine little changed from when the mine closed in 1990 with a real underground experience. Tin and copper have been mined in Cornwall since the Bronze Age. Explore the mine, the mill and and the hard rock museum at your own pace. Your visit into 18th century Wheal Mexico Mine at Geevor will give you a real insight into working underground. For children and families there are also other activities to enjoy including panning for gems (keep what you find!) and our new 'What metals are in your phone?' quiz FREE with your entry ticket. Talk to our mine guides about their time working as miners at Geevor. Enjoy the dramatic scenery of the north Atlantic Tin Coast.
We know it's a bit further to drive so all-day car parking is FREE for all of our visitors.

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Experience what life was like working at Geevor

New for 2024!

The Story of Geevor

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The exact date when mining began in the area eventually operated by Geevor is unknown - but in the old workings in the Wheal Carne section there is a date of 1791 cut into the wall of the adit (drainage) level.

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Bring your whole family to Geevor for a day filled with discovery, exploration and adventure. All set in the remarkable coastal landscape of the Tin Coast, West Cornwall

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Posted 03/10/24  |  News

One Million Visitors!

Wednesday October 2nd 2024 was a momentous day in the history of Geevor Tin Mine when Pendeen Community Heritage welcomed St Hilary School as the one millionth visitor since it opened as a museum and visitor attraction in 1993. We are proud of our award-winning learning programme, so it is very fitting to celebrate this occasion with the next generation of mining enthusiasts!
This is an incredible milestone for everyone that has been involved with Geevor, from the time of converting the closed mine into a mining museum, to the multi-award winning visitor experience that it is today.

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Posted 01/10/24  |  News

October half-term holidays 2024

Come and join us at Geevor over the October half-term holidays and enjoy a whole host of activities for all the family all included with your entrance ticket!

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