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United Kingdom Botallack Mine

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The Botallack Mine is located near Sant Just in Cornwall, England. The tin mine was built directly onto the cliffs of Cape Cornwall. Its tunnels extend over a mile below the Atlantic Ocean. Tin mining first took place here in the 17th century. The mine remained active until 1895. Several attempts to reopen it failed, and the site was finally abandoned in 1914. All that remains of the mine today are the ruins of several buildings, a headframe, chimneys, and the distinctive Crown Engine Houses, which were built directly into the cliffs.

Photography Tips

Use a tripod, a wide-angle-lens and long exposure. Wait till the golden hour to get the cliffs and the Crown Engine Houses illuminated in this beautiful light.

Travel Information

Parking at National Trust Botallack

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Just a few people

Best Timing Sunset

Sunrise & Sunset 05:57 - 20:42 | current local time: 10:05

Photo Themes Architecture Architektur Bergbau industrie Industriekultur Landscape Landschaft Mining Tin mine zeche Zinnmine

Locations Cornwall Botallack Sant Just

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