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Levant Mine and Beam Engine

High-up on the exposed cliffs of the 'Tin Coast' and part of the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site. At its heart, the restored 1840s beam engine running on steam. Open by pre-booked tours.

Trewellard, Pendeen, near St Just, Cornwall, TR19 7SX

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View of the Cornish Flag flying over the buildings atLevant Mine and Beam Engine on the cliffs of the Tin Coast, Cornwall

Planning your visit

A group of people being given a tour by the zawn at Levant Mine and Beam Engine, Cornwall.
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Booking your visit to Levant Mine and Beam Engine 

The main site at Levant Mine and Beam Engine is open for pre-booked tours only and we ask that you please book your visit in advance. If you're planning a visit, read this article to find out everything you need to know.

The engine tunnel at Levant Mine and Beam Engine, Cornwall

What is a Man Engine? Tour

From October 1- 17 the ‘What is a Man Engine?’ tour will be running at Levant. The tour tells the story of how this once innovative technology changed mining. Learn about the man engine at Levant, the men who worked there and the tragedy that unfolded. This tour lasts for approximately one hour and fifteen minutes. It encompasses all of the site including the beam engine, skip shaft and man engine tunnel. There will be four tours a day, pre-booking only. Bookings open Thursday 19 September.

Surface building remains including engine houses and chimney stacks at Levant Mine and Beam Engine
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Accessibility at Levant Mine and Beam Engine 

We believe that Levant should be accessible for all. There are many ways that we try to make your visit as accessible as possible, find all the information you need to discover how you can best access this special place.

A visitor hiring a Tramper at Pentire, Cornwall
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Tramper hire on the Tin Coast 

Visitors with limited mobility can explore the coastal scenery and industrial heritage of the Tin Coast from Botallack Count House. Find out how you can hire one of two Tramper mobility scooters available at Botallack.

School group visit to East Pool Mine
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School visits to National Trust places in West Cornwall 

Levant Mine and Beam Engine is one of a range of beautiful, historical and natural places to visit with a school group. Please scroll to the bottom of this article to access our school packs which outline what you can expect when you visit.

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Levant Mine and Beam Engine map 

Take a look at the map of Levant Mine and Beam Engine to help plan your visit.

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