Cornwall

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

Opening times for 21 September 2024
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Levant Beam Engine Closed
Please note, Levant Mine and Beam Engine is open by pre-booked tours only. You can book up to an hour before the start of each tour. The Levant Mine and Beam Engine Tour lasts for approximately and hour and a half. From October 1 -17 the 'What is a Man Engine?' tour will be running at Levant. The tour encompasses all of the site including the beam engine, skip shaft and man engine tunnel. Bookings open September 19.
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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.

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

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Ticket type Gift aid Standard
Adult £12.00
Child £6.00
Family £30.00
Family, 1 Adult £18.00
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Assistance dogs only
Assistance dogs only are welcome as part of a pre-booked tour. All dogs on leads are welcome on the wider site
Guided tour
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
Car park
Parking for Levant is at Geevor Mine, parking is free. Accessible parking is available at Levant through prior arrangement. Please ring the Levant office on 01736 786156
Toilet
Toilet facilities are available on site. Please be aware that toilet facilities are only available when the site is open
Steep routes with steps and uneven surfaces. Accessible parking is available through prior arrangement. Accessible toilet on site.
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Induction loop
Accessible toilet
There is an accessible toilet on site. Please be aware that toilet facilities are only available when the site is open
Steps/uneven terrain
Uneven ground and some steep slopes. The tour lasts for approximately one and a half hours in the ticketed area. This includes access to the Man Engine Tunnel where there is a curved staircase underground, with no hand-rail, and uneven floor surface
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Virtual tour
Virtual tours are available to access the Engine House, Man Engine Tunnel and Winder House. In an experience controlled by you, please look under the 'things to see and do' section of this website for the links. Alternatively one of our team will be happy to help you when you visit
Designated parking
Accessible parking is available at Levant through prior arrangement. Please ring the Levant office on 01736 786156
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By road
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.
By train
Penzance Station is 9.5 miles from Levant Mine.
By bus
Hourly service from Penzance to Trewellard (1 mile from site).
By bicycle
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Trewellard, Pendeen, near St Just, Cornwall, TR19 7SX
01736786156
levant@nationaltrust.org.uk

Opening times for 21 September 2024
Asset	Opening time
Levant Beam Engine	Closed

Admission
Ticket type	Gift aid	Standard
Adult		£12.00
Child		£6.00
Family		£30.00
Family, 1 Adult		£18.00

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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