Tin Coast

Home to the iconic Crowns Engine Houses that cling to the cliffs, Botallack shows the incredible engineering feats of Cornish miners.

Drive the original 1840 steam engine still in steam, or take a guided tour around the historic buildings.

Jutting out into the Atlantic ocean, the cape is the perfect place to catch a dramatic sunset or look out to the Brisons rocks.

An easy circular walk along the South West Coast Path from Levant to the Crown Mines of Botallack which are perched precariously on cliffs next to the Atlantic. Carry on through a landscape of Cornish mining remains until you reach the ruined engine house that is Higher Bal.

Learn more about the industrial heritage of this part of Cornwall on a stunning walk across coastal heathland.

Take a breathtaking walk through the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site. Listen out for the calls of Cornish choughs.

Set within the Cornish Mining World Heritage site, the National Trust on the Tin Coast will be starting a new Arts Council England funded project this summer called 'Gorthwedh’ meaning 'contrasts of the Tin Coast' which will reflect on the area’s industrial past, social change and it’s meaning to residents and visitors today.

We've pulled together some of the exciting conservation projects happening in West Cornwall in 2018.

Hop on a First Kernow Bus and relax en route to some of Cornwall's most dramatic coastline. We've put together some walks from the bus stops to Cape Cornwall, Levant Mine, Botallack, Trevose Head and Carnewas at Bedruthen to help you on your way.