Crowns Engine Houses, Botallack Mine

Crowns Engine Houses, Botallack Mine is a spectacular industrial monument, dramatically situated on the cliffs of Cornwall. These 19th century engine houses, suspended above a rough sea, are part of the Cornwall Mining World Heritage Site.

The site offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of mining - the mines reached half a mile below the seabed, excavated only with hammers, chisels and gunpowder.

Fans of the TV series 'Poldark' will recognize these iconic buildings from the screen. As you explore, you can admire the remains of an arsenic maze and chimneys - all a testament to the extraordinary ingenuity and perseverance of Cornish miners.