Levant Mine and Beam Engine Trewellard, Pendeen near, St Just TR19 7SX

Details

Accessibility

Assistance dogs only are welcome as part of a pre-booked tour. All dogs on leads are welcome on the wider site.

Accessible route and/or map.

There is an accessible toilet on site. Please be aware that toilet facilities are only available when the site is open.

Braille (guide or menu).

Accessible parking is available at Levant through prior arrangement. Please ring the Levant office on 01736 786156.

Induction loop.

Brief description

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Levant_Mine_and_Beam_Engine

"Levant Mine and Beam Engine is a National Trust property at Trewellard, Pendeen, near St Just, Cornwall, England, UK. Its main attraction is that it has the world's oldest Cornish steam winding engine still working in its original location (and the last such engine still in steam in Cornwall).[1] There is also a visitor centre, a short underground tour, and the South West Coast Path leads to Botallack Mine, via a cliff-top footpath.[2]

In 1919 the engine used to transport men between the different levels of the mine failed, leading to the deaths of thirty-one men. Since 2006, the area has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape. 

The property is on the site of the former Levant Mine, established in 1820 and closed in 1930, where tin and copper ores were raised. The mine reached a depth of about 600 metres. It got the nickname "mine under the sea", because tunnels were driven up to 2.5 km from the cliffs under the sea. The surviving beam engine was built c. 1840 by Harvey's of Hayle.[3]"

"Levant Mine and Beam Engine sits on the cliffs of the 'Tin Coast', part of the Cornish Mining World Heritage site. 

The mining remains of the industrial past can be found across the landscape. Walk the south west coast path and follow in the footsteps of miners. 

Pre book a guided tour to learn of Levant's industry and tragedy. Learn about the history of this place and see the one of a kind winding beam engine in steam."

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/levant-mine-and-beam-engine 

Highlights:

There is no entrance fee for the relatives of the 31 miners who lost their lives in the 1919 Man Engine disaster, we kindly ask that you ring Levant office prior to your visit. 

Phone: 01736 786156
2025: Free entry for National Trust members. Please note pre-booking is required for everyone.

Adult. (18+)     £13.00

Child (5-17) under 5s free    £6.50

Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children)    £32.50

Family, 1 Adult    £19.50

Address

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

Email

levant@nationaltrust.org.uk

Phone

Website

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/levant-mine-and-beam-engine 

Directions

By Car:

Parking for pre-booked tours is free at Geevor carpark SAT NAV TR19 7EW, located off the B3306 St Just to St Ives road.

On Foot:

South West Coast Path passes entrance, located between Botallack and Geevor Mines, near Trewellard. Grid reference SW368345.

Opening Times

See opening times and book your visit : https://www.nationaltrust-tickets.org.uk/category/32977?branches.branchID=2377 

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Transport

By Train:

Penzance Station is 9.5 miles from Levant Mine.

By Bus:

Hourly service from Penzance to Trewellard (1 mile from site).

Amenities

Toilet facilities are available on site. Please be aware that toilet facilities are only available when the site is open.

Parking for Levant is at Levant Mine Car Park, 5827+FR Penzance TR19 7SU and at Geevor Mine, parking is free. Accessible parking is available at Levant through prior arrangement. Please ring the Levant office on 01736 786156.

Levant Mine and Beam Engine is open by guided tour only. To avoid disappointment please book in advance. If you do not book we cannot guarantee admission.

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/levant-mine-and-beam-engine