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Geevor Tin Mine

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Cliffs

Walking, Photography

Spring to Autumn

Philip Halling / CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Geevor is a former tin mine at Pendeen near St Just in Cornwall, now kept as a mining museum on a large site above the sea. The surface buildings survive, including the works where the ore was dressed, and guided tours lead underground into old workings by hand. It is part of the Cornish mining land...

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5 day, 4 overnight

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Geevor Tin Mine?
Cornwall's dramatic western coast hosts this preserved industrial site right on the edge of the Penwith peninsula. Walkers frequently spot the massive red headframe rising against the Atlantic sky while trekking along the nearby cliffs 573\.

What type of place is Geevor Tin Mine?
Geevor Tin Mine is a preserved historic mining facility on the coast of west Cornwall.

When is the best time to visit Geevor Tin Mine?
Spring through to autumn offers the most reliable weather for exploring the expansive coastal grounds and walking between the various buildings. Winter afternoons provide a completely different but highly atmospheric experience if you want to feel the authentic damp chill during a subterranean tour 573\.

What can you do at Geevor Tin Mine?
Booking an authentic underground tour allows you to descend into the real subterranean passages where generations of Cornishmen once laboured. People also enjoy exploring the preserved miners' dry house and watching the massive processing machinery inside the main industrial plant.

How long should I spend at Geevor Tin Mine?
Allocating roughly half a day ensures you have ample time to examine the museum collections and complete a full guided tour. A longer stay works perfectly for anyone wishing to combine the industrial history with a proper coastal hike.

Where do I park at Geevor Tin Mine?
Vehicles can occupy nine available spaces on site, providing five day and four overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Geevor Tin Mine?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Geevor Tin Mine, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Geevor Tin Mine?
There are no staycation spots recorded immediately near Geevor Tin Mine, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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