Geevor Tin Mine

About this activity

Come to Geevor Tin Mine as you discover the rich mining history and the last mine to work the family St Just Mining District, the largest group of undersea mines in the world! It's a family-friendly attraction where history is brough to life with a read underground experiences, demonstrations and stories. 

Experience what it was like to be in a real mine as you go underground and walk through the tunnels that were made hundreds of years ago. Have a go at panning for gold and find colourful gemstones. You'll get to keep what you can find!

The Hard Rock Museum is home to lots of exhibits about metal mining in Cornwall. There are hands on and interactive displays for you to enjoy that helps the kids learn in a fun and exciting way.

Listen to the recordings of miners telling their stories in their own words and watch a short film as the experience comes to life. 

The Dry is a moving experience and you'll discover the atmosphere of the change room, that's left almost exactly as it was on the day the miners came up to the surface for the last time.

You can also explore Geevors largest preserved mining site in the country and explore the buildings and machinery and see it all in action. 

After your visit browse the gist shop and pick something up to remember your visit by or take a pit stop in the cafe with lots of tasty homemade food.