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Levant Mine and Beam Engine - Steam Power

Levant Mine and Beam Engine, Trewellard, Pendeen, Penzance, Cornwall, TR19 7SX

  • Multiple dates available
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

A new look at the only surviving steam-powered beam engine in its original engine house on the Tin Coast. Understand the why and how of the engine and see it in action at Levant Mine.

Heritage Open Days will see the regular site tour being free to join but an additional tour will also be available that will showcase the beam engine and its work in extracting ore from under the sea. This engine-focused tour will show you the power of steam.

Explore the wider site including the count house ruins, miner’s ‘dry’ area and towering chimney stacks. Observe the diverse natural habitats, home to local wildlife including the rare Cornish Chough.

Regular tour -c.90mins
Engine tour - c.40mins

Timings & Tours

Sunday 08 September:
Ticketed Tours from 1030 (last tour at 1530)
Monday 09 September:
Ticketed Tours from 1030 (last tour at 1530)
Tuesday 10 September:
Ticketed Tours from 1030 (last tour at 1530)
Wednesday 11 September:
Ticketed Tours from 1030 (last tour at 1530)
Thursday 12 September:
Ticketed Tours from 1030 (last tour at 1530)
Sunday 15 September:
Ticketed Tours from 1030 (last tour at 1530)

Location & directions

Levant Mine and Beam Engine, Trewellard, Pendeen, Penzance, Cornwall, TR19 7SX

Directions:
If you’re coming to Levant by car, we ask that you please park at Geevor mine. Please allow enough time to walk from Geevor Mine to Levant prior to the start of your tour. When you’ve parked follow the signs to walk the coast path to Levant. The 15- to 20-minute walk is across uneven terrain, make sure to wear appropriate footwear. Accessible parking is available at Levant through prior arrangement. As you reach Levant, please follow the path down the hill to the main site, where you'll see several buildings by the cliff. A team member will be there to welcome you. Please have your ticket ready to show, either on your phone or a printed copy. Please arrive at Levant within 10 minutes of your timeslot. If you are more than 10 minutes late then entry will be at the discretion of the property team.
Contact on day:
Levant Mine
Telephone number:
+441736786156

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Pre-booking is required via the Levant website: https://www.nationaltrust-tickets.org.uk
Booking contact name:
Bookings and Events
Booking telephone number:
+443442491895
Booking website:
https://www.nationaltrust-tickets.org.uk/event-tickets/33323?branches.branchID=2377&catID=32977
Booking opens:
29 Aug 2024 12:00 PM
Booking closes:
14 Sep 2024 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

Accessible parking and drop off is available, please ring the Levant office prior to your visit on 01736 786156 . There is an accessible toilet facility on site, with baby changing facilities. Assistance dogs only are welcome in all areas during the guided tour. There is level access to the Winder House and Skip Shaft. The regular tour includes access to the Man Engine Tunnel where there is a curved staircase underground, with no hand-rail, and uneven floor surface. There are some steps, steep slopes and uneven surfaces.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
12

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