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Cornish Mining Heritage and the Great Cornish Emigration
Location:
Cornwall
Operator
Select South West Tours
An exploration of some of the most iconic sites associated with the Cornish Tin mining industry and its heritage. Cornish mines once supplied the majority of the worlds tin and copper, and the Cornish miners and mine engineers changed the world. We will bring alive the stories of these incredible pioneers. Their legacy as seen today, including iconic engine houses perched on rugged cliffs, provides the backdrop to this fantastic tour. We will visit spectacular locations like the Crown Mines at Botallack and hear the stories of the miners and their lives, and also have a chance to have a private tour with a former miner at of one of the last mines to close, Geevor, which stopped production in 1998.
The Highlights:
- Hear the fascinating story of how Cornish miners changed the World
- Visit truly iconic Cornish locations with spectacular sea views
- Take a guided tour of Geevor mine with an ex-miner,
Price
From £350 a day per party.
Group Size
Recommended group size 4 - 6.
Contact
James Coulton
www.selectsouthwesttours.com
07787288932
james@selectsouthwesttours.com