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Cornish Mining Heritage and the Great Cornish Emigration Tour

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An exploration of some of the most iconic sites associated with the Cornish Tin mining industry and its heritage. Cornish mines once supplied the majority of the worlds tin and copper, and the Cornish miners and mine engineers changed the world. We will bring alive the stories of these incredible pioneers. Their legacy as seen today, including iconic engine houses perched on rugged cliffs, provides the backdrop to this fantastic tour. We will visit spectacular locations like the Crown Mines at Botallack and hear the stories of the miners and their lives, and also have a chance to have a private tour with a former miner at of one of the last mines to close, Geevor, which stopped production in 1998.

The Highlights:

- Hear the fascinating story of how Cornish miners changed the World

- Visit truly iconic Cornish locations with spectacular sea views

- Take a guided tour of Geevor mine with an ex-miner

This Full day tour combines some of the most spectacular scenery in Cornwall , with the fascinating story of how the Cornish mining industry changed the World! The remains of some of the iconic mining engine houses, many precariously perched on the cliffs, are pure Cornwall at its best, just meters above the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean. At Botallack, the sense of history and atmosphere is so intense it can be tangibly felt. and you will meet first hand a former miner for your tour of Geevor, One of the last mines to close. This tour gives a unique insight into an area which was once the richest in the world, away from the usual crowded tourist destinations. Most of the tour takes place in areas designated as a UNESCO world heritage site-The Cornwall and West Devon Mining districts.

This Tour Can Include Visits To

  • Botallack
  • Levant
  • Geevor
  • St Agnes Head
  • Camborne
  • Redruth

Tour Information

  • Itinerary duration 1 day
  • Daily Rate: 1-2 people £475
    Additional Passengers @£50 per person per day
  • Maximum group size: Recommended size is 1-8 people.
  • Included: Mineral water, lunch break.
  • Pick up or meeting location, distance from train station: Anywhere in Devon or Cornwall
  • Please bring: Sensible footwear and a waterproof coat. Click here for clothing suggestions

    One of the joys of the South West is the possibility of experiencing four seasons in one day so remember to bring suitable clothing.

  • Availability Frequency and Advance Booking Subject to availability, pre booking essential.
  • Accessibility considerations and facilities The Tour is reasonably accessible, but an ability to walk around 100M on uneven ground will be beneficial to the experience. on route. Some elements not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Fitness Level (low, moderate or high) Medium walking fitness
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