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This 90-minute tour goes deep into the history of this once champion Cornish mine. The stories take you through how tin and copper was mined from underneath the sea for over 100 years. See how technology transformed this industry with a look at the 1840s beam engine in steam and follow in the miner’s footsteps as you go down underground into the man engine tunnel.
Bookings for other tours at Levant Mine will need to be made separately.
Please note:
Levant Mine is open for guided tours only. Booking is advised as spaces are limited.
Find out what to expect from your visit and check which facilities are open here.
If you would prefer to book over the phone, please call 0344 249 1895.
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This 30-minute tour takes a closer look at the surface workers known as bal maidens. See the tasks undertaken by women and children to process the ore coming up from underground. They were an essential part of the mine operations turning rock to riches.
This tour does not include seeing the beam engine or going underground into the man engine tunnel.
Bookings for other tours at Levant Mine will need to be made separately.
Please note:
Levant Mine is open for guided tours only. Booking is advised as spaces are limited.
Find out what to expect from your visit and check which facilities are open here.
If you would prefer to book over the phone, please call 0344 249 1895
Book now