Cornish Mines and Engines

Impressive beam engines and industrial heritage discovery centre. Cornwall's engine houses are dramatic reminders of the time when the county was a powerhouse of tin, copper and china clay mining. These two great beam engines were used for pumping water from a depth of over 550m…
Distance: 4 miles away

Poldark Mine and Heritage

One of the two most atmospheric mine tours . . . . In Europe, the other being the Wieliczka Salt Mine in Poland. In addition to its heritage the site has a wide range of activities ‐ search the Gemsands for DIAMONDS and…
Distance: 7.9 miles away

Royal Cornwall Museum

The Royal Cornwall Museum is located in the heart of the beautiful city of Truro. On entering the ground floor of the museum, a modern explorer will find a display of local material from prehistoric times to the present day. In the Rashleigh gallery the…
Distance: 7.7 miles away

Barbara Hepworth Museum

Barbara Hepworth's studio and garden have been run by the Tate since 1980, and are now an integral part of Tate St Ives. Hepworth, who died in 1975, asked in her will that Trewyn Studios and the adjacent garden, with a group of her sculptures placed as…
Distance: 11.5 miles away

Cornwall Pearl

Cornwall Pearl is part of the World Pearl group, who's knowledge and experience make them one of the leading pearl specialists in the country. Every pearl is graded on the World Pearl valuation chart & must meet strict criteria before being presented in Cornwall Pearls showroom.Donna Clemments heads…
Distance: 13.6 miles away

National Maritime Museum Cornwall

Housed in an award winning building on the Falmouth harbour‐side, the National Maritime Museum Cornwall transports you into the world of small boats and Cornish maritime history. What do sailors need to know about the weather and navigation Can you steer a boat through a narrow channel…
Distance: 10.1 miles away

Trevarno Museum of Gardening

Do not miss a visit to the historic Trevarno Estate where you can explore the magnificent gardens, grounds and Woodland walks which date back to 1246. Enjoy the abundant wildlife, follow the progress of major restoration projects and visit the remarkable National Museum of Gardening. Learn…
Distance: 9.2 miles away

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