Poldark Mine - Cornish Mining World Heritage
Overview
This world heritage site offers a fascinating look into the underground world of mining. The beautiful rural setting belies its industrial past.
Visit the Heritage Centre website
What makes it special
- Experience the life of a miner by going deep underground
- Learn about the Heritage of Cornish Mining
Opening Times
May to Sept - 10:00 to 15:00 (last tour, takes 90 minutes)
(Tuesday to Saturday)
Oct - 10:00 to 14:00 (last tour, takes 90 minutes)
(Wednesday to Saturday)
Nov - 10:00 to 13:00 (last tour, takes 90 minutes)
(just Friday 1st & Saturday 2nd)
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
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Flambards
11 miles This exciting family theme park features thrill rides, historical indoor exhibitions to take you back in time, and loads of fun entertainment for kids! Visit the website
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BF Adventure
Get outdoors and have fun at this exciting activity centre. As a charity, they help hundreds of disadvantaged children in Cornwall too.
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Helford River
15 miles This unspoilt estuary stretches from Falmouth Bay to the port of Gweek. Stroll along the little beaches dotted along its rocky shore. Visit the website
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Roskilly's Ice Cream Farm
Take a look at a real working Cornish ice cream farm! Meet the herd of cows, go for a stroll around the meadows, and of course get a sample of their delicious ice cream.
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Gunwalloe Church Cove Beach
Made famous in the BBC series Poldark, this beautiful sandy beach has a little church at one end, jutting out of the cliffs.
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National Maritime Museum Cornwall (Falmouth)
Love boats, the sea and Cornwall? You'll find all things nautical at this amazing museum – don't miss the stunning views from the lookout tower across Falmouth Harbour.
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Mountain biking in Portreath
There's a great 12 mile cycle route that takes you from Portreath right across Cornwall to Devoran.
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Walking and Rambling in Portreath
A 25 minute walk through lovely woodland ends at the coast in Portreath. Enjoy the great surfing beach or relax in one of the cafes and watch people riding the waves!
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Watersports in Portreath
The North Cornish Coast and lakes offer a range of water sports both inland and on the sea.
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Cycling in Portreath
There's a great 12 mile cycle route that takes you from Portreath right across Cornwall to Devoran.
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Pendennis Castle
Visit the hands-on discovery centre and explore one of the finest mighty fortresses built by Henry VIII to defend the country.
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Porth Kerris Dive School
Dive in the sea and explore one of the wrecks on the Manacle rocks - the stair case from the Mohegan is in the hostel!
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Watersports at Lizard Point
Enjoy surfing without the crowds - a surfers’ paradise without waiting to catch that perfect wave.
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St Michael's Mount
From monks to a Cornish giant, the history and mythology that layer up on this rocky tidal island near Penzance is richly diverse.
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Watersports in Coverack
This is one of only a few sites in England where you can learn how to windsurf on the open sea.
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Walking and Rambling in Coverack
If you're planning on staying at YHA Coverack, why not download a free map and get out exploring?All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the area
