An excellent overview of how a Cornish tin mine works. Lots of working machinery and very helpful... read more
If you have ever wondered about what happens to the tin when it was brought out of the ground in... read more
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An excellent overview of how a Cornish tin mine works. Lots of working machinery and very helpful and knowledgeable guide. We really enjoyed it and learned so much.
If you have ever wondered about what happens to the tin when it was brought out of the ground in Cornwall then this is the place to go. The many engine houses now standing testimony to he hard graft of Cornish men over the ages...More
This is a fascinating relic of Cornish mining heritage and is worth visiting if you get the chance. There are working machines, non-working machines, a very informative museum and it is worth having the guided tour with the very friendly volunteers. There is a trail...More
Fascinating museum of the history of this mine and the local tin mining industry in Cornwall. The guided tour was top notch, provided by very knowledgeable volunteer guides ... very personal and personable! One of the best things about this museum is that it has...More
The King Edward Mine Museum is a great way to spend a few hours for a visit if you are down in Cornwall. Me and my family only became aware of this little gem by the ads in the free tourist booklets that you can...More
The whole purpose of our visit was to try the culinary delights we'd been told of at The Crowst Hut, as we already knew the King Edward Mine Museum would be closed that day. This attraction is geographically beyond the back of beyond but, having...More
Very local, for me anyway - tucked away is a cafe called 'The Croust Hut' which we visited after a recommendation. Glad we did, small, friendly, prompt service, dog & child friendly (if that applies). Good coffee, fresh cakes, daily specials & a very good...More
Went with a group of 15 from St Austell U3A. Initial contact very pleasant and helpful. We were made to feel very welcome and we all found the tour interesting and informative. Lunch was pre-booked at the cafe. Food nicely presented and very tasty. Highly...More
Many thanks, Merangue, I hope you will spread the word in U3A that it is a good day out. We are open some days in October 2017 including half-term.
A great informative tour with working examples of refining of tin and instruction of methods the two guides were extremely knowledgable of workings through the ages and the transformation with industrial methods and mechanisation improving safety and working conditions
Small museums run by enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteers can be absolutely great and well worth seeking out. This one is no exception, it was an interesting and informative visit that gave us a much better understanding of what is now a beautiful landscape. A friendly...More
