Levant Mine Man Lift

Levant Mine and Beam Engine

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Tripadvisor (687) · Historical landmark in Penzance, United Kingdom
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Oct 25, 2024
Interesting to visit but no signage and no help Wandered about like lost souls Enjoyed waking down to the remains of the mine but didn’t know what we were looking at Wandered dime more and took p… Full review by MidLifeButNoCrisis
Oct 25, 2024
I had a ticket for this but it was unclear where the starting point was. Some people were stood at the top of the hill, some in the middle, others were milling around. The guide turned up, never said… Full review by Shirley E
Sep 18, 2024
Quite annoying to get in with the tour thing after travelling 2 hours to get there they wouldn’t let us in so that was a waste of time. 10 years ago it was lovely now it is annoying, but the car par… Full review by Curious06265079984
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Levant Mine and Beam Engine is a National Trust property at Trewellard, Pendeen, near St Just. Its main attraction is that it has the world'…
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Would anyone recommend this over Geevor tin mine?
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I have not been to Geovor tin mine only Levant! I would say that I thoroughly enjoyed the guided tour at Levant, as it was very informative and delivered in a friendly manner. I suggest …
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I have not been to Geovor tin mine only Levant! I would say that I thoroughly enjoyed the guided tour at Levant, as it was very informative and delivered in a friendly manner. I suggest you read reviews for both attractions to gain an overall view of experiences!
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Answer by OldBear · Mar 20, 2018
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Does this have an underground mine tour?
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If you join a guided tour you will can down the shaft to the “Man Engine Tunnel” where 31 miners lost their lives. It’s also the only place where there’s a beam engine in steam. Well worth a visit.
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Answer by Tony G · Mar 19, 2018
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My Great Grandfather and Grandfather were tin miners born in Illogan.Are there lists of miners saying which mines they …
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My Great Grandfather and Grandfather were tin miners born in Illogan.Are there lists of miners saying which mines they worked in? There names were Henry Burrell and William Henry Burrell. I am Judith Kenworthy nee Burrell
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There is a Museum in Redruth that keeps an archives of all miners. also: do a search for cornwall online ( I typed in Cornish miners index ).
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I’d like to rent a National Trust property. Where can I find out what property is available?
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If you’re looking for residential National Trust rental properties that are currently available in England and Wales, please visit the National Trust pages on rightmove.co.uk.
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