YHA Penzance
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Geevor Mine and Levant Beam Engine
Overview
7.1 miles
The largest mining museum in Britain with underground tours and “gold” panning. Levant Beam Engine is a short walk away.
What makes it special
- Largest preserved mine site in the country
- A real 18th century tin min
- Explore the Hard Rock museum with its interactive displays
Opening Hours
Geevor Tin Mine is open Sunday to Friday.
(closed on Saturdays).
From November to March the site will be open 10.00am till 4.00pm.
The museum and surface workings are self guiding.
Underground tours run at 11.00am,1.00pm,3.00pm.
From April the site opens at 9.00am and the underground experience runs from 10.00am. The site closes at 5.00pm.
Last admission 1 hour prior to closing.
Price
Adult £14.90
Museum Only £12.00
Child (4yrs and over) £8.70
Child Under 4yrs Free
Student £8.70
Senior Citizen £12.75
Family Ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) £46.00
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