Levant Tin Mine, Trewellard, Cornwall

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Levant Tin Mine, Trewellard, Cornwall

The Levant mine is situated on Cornwall’s rugged North coast halfway between St. Just and St. Ives, it opened in 1820 and mined for tin and copper till it’s closure in 1930, 130,000 tons of copper and 24,000 tons of tin were extracted during it’s working life plus substantial quantities of arsenic.

The mine is owned and maintained by the National Trust and is the home of Cornwall’s only working steam beam engine, guided tours can be enjoyed by the visitor.

In the distance about 2 miles along the coast is the Pendeen Lighthouse, halfway between and just out of shot is the Geevor Tin Mine which was the last major tin mine to close in Cornwall, it is now open for guided tours and well worth a visit.

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Levant Tin Mine, Trewellard, Cornwall by rodsfotos
  • Richard Veal

    Richard Veal

    Excellent capture and narrative Rod.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Richard, nice weather for ducks I’m afraid,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Finbarr Reilly

    Finbarr Reilly

    Wow just wonderful Rod

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Fino, so kind of you,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Anne Smyth

    Anne Smyth

    lovely balanced image, great clarity and detail

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much indeed Anne,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Tom Gomez

    Tom Gomez

    Lovely image Rod, beautiful colours and depth of field …

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Tom, thanks so much my friend, I was watching a bit of the Scottish Open earlier and the weather was so beautiful, raining all day here,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Martina Fagan

    Martina Fagan

    Hello Rod
    This is a brilliant shot thats well composed and has great colours,
    Best wishes
    Tina:))

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Tina, thank-you very much my friend, sorry I’ve not had much free time for the site recently,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Rob Parsons

    Rob Parsons

    Great shot Rod, weather’s not too good is it ?

  • rodsfotos replied

    It’s been raining all day here Rob, many thanks my friend, I’m on Annual leave this coming week and was hoping for good weather to get over to North Cornwall, Oh Well,
    Regards, Rod.

  • BarbaraManis

    BarbaraManis

    Stunning capture, Rod. Beautiful colors and dof! Cornwall is definitely on my top 10 places to visit because of you!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Barbara, thank-you so much my friend, I really hope you do manage a visit to Cornwall, I’ll volunteer as bag carrier and guide,
    Regards, Rod.

  • PrairieRose

    PrairieRose

    You always manage to capture the vast beauty of your land so magnificently!!! Stunning image dear Rod….............
    cheers, Rosie xoxo

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Rosie, thank-you so much my friend, very kind of you,
    Regards, Rod.

  • davesphotographics

    davesphotograp...

    good work nice capture great colours and good detail well captured

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much indeed Dave,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Paul Woloschuk

    Paul Woloschuk

    A cracking shot Rod!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Paul, thanks so much my friend,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Magee

    Magee

    Not sure whether I get more pleasure from you images, or your narratives Rod, but I do know the combination is extremely enjoyable, and I always manage to learn so much. This is spectacular my friend, and I’ve always had a soft spot for sandstone. It’s not seen often in our parts, although recently I’ve seen an occasional feature wall pop up in new sub-divisions. That water looks amazing too!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Rob, I do like to give a bit of a description to help viewers understand the scene or subject that bit better,
    Regards, Rod.

  • John44

    John44

    Rod

    A great an authentice photo, the good colours makes this an attractive picture. Nice composition and a fine note!
    TFS

    John

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi John, thank-you very much indeed my friend, sorry I’ve not been on the site much lately,
    Regards, Rod.

  • connieinwi

    connieinwi

    HOW BREATHTAKING IS THIS…. BEAUTIFUL SHOT….

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you most kindly Connie, much appreciated,
    Regards, Rod.

  • annalisa56

    annalisa56

    Very beautiful capture !!!!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Annalisa,
    Regards, Rod.

  • missmoneypenny

    missmoneypenny

    Gorgeous shot Rod and great info

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you so much Chris, raining hard here all day, not the best for my week off work,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Meeli Sonn

    Meeli Sonn

    This is gorgeous.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Meeli,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Robert Elliott

    Robert Elliott

    lovely scene

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Robert,
    Regards, Rod.

  • JUSTART

    JUSTART

    beautiful shot

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you so much, very kind of you,
    Regards, Rod.

  • mikebov

    mikebov

    superb image & as always your wonderful text gives us a fascinating insight

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Mike, if you’re ever down there a visit inside to see the old beam engine is most worthwhile,
    Regards, Rod.

  • LeilaniMelayna

    LeilaniMelayna

    Magnificent view, well captured & beautiful place!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Leilani,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Jens Helmstedt

    Jens Helmstedt

    A nice scenery very well captured Rod!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Jens, thank-you very much indeed,
    Regards, Rod.

  • LeilaniMelayna

    LeilaniMelayna

    You’re very welcome, Rod!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you Leilani,

  • kenspics

    kenspics

    Outstanding capture of Cornwall coastline and the now defunct mine!!!
    The colors and composition are wonderful as always …and your in-depth commentary is fascinating!!!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hello Ken, thank-you very much indeed my friend, appreciated as always,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Larry Davis

    Larry Davis

    Hi Rod….. Beautiful.
    Here are links to the Tin Mine we have not far from where I live here in Victoria Australia…...
    Enjoy…..
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  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Larry, thanks so much my friend and for the links to your Australian engine houses, I wonder just how many Cornish families made that long trip to start a new life all those years ago,
    Regards, Rod.

  • danapace

    danapace

    What an excellent capture of a gorgeous place.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Dana,
    Regards, Rod.

  • ldeiter78

    ldeiter78

    Wow Rod – your scenery is always spectacular – beautiful work!!! The combination of the sky, sea and land is breathtaking!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Lori, thank-you so much my friend,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Keith Reesor

    Keith Reesor

    Remarkable image Rod!! Looks like a great place for a tour also!! :)

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Keith, I have been in to see the beam engine before so I settled for a five mile walk along the coast on this occasion,
    Regards, Rod.

  • LeilaniMelayna

    LeilaniMelayna

    You are welcome, Rod!

  • cherylc1

    cherylc1

    Outstanding capture~ absolutely gorgeous view!!!!!!! XO

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much indeed Cheryl, appreciated as always my friend,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Johnsart

    Johnsart

    Beautifully captured Rod. They must have done quiet some earthwork before this building could be built.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Much of the ore was under the sea so they had to site the pump house as near to the cliffs as possible, many thanks John,
    Regards, Rod.

  • BarbaraManis

    BarbaraManis

    I’m going to hold you to that, Rod!!!

  • rodsfotos replied

    I’ll be there whenever you decide to make that big leap across the giant pond Barbara.

  • Angel Gold

    Angel Gold

    Wow great view

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Selina,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Trainman

    Trainman

    Long time no see Rod, this is an excellent shot good colour and clarity and an excellent history,Regards Dave.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Dave, sorry I’ve been a bit busy recently with little free time to get on the site,
    Regards, Rod.

  • AnnDixon

    AnnDixon

    This is a fantastic image Rod, very well captured, xx

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Ann, I am a bit of a sucker for the Cornish coastline, just love it down there,
    Regards, Rod.

  • sundawg7

    sundawg7

    A superbly captured image Rod…well seen and executed. No doubt you’re maintaining your ‘A’ game’. KInd regards, Ron

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Ron, thank-you so very much my friend,
    Regards, Rod.

  • ralph arce

    ralph arce

    Wow, Rod! What a view! :)

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you so much Raphael, very kind of you,
    Regards, Rod.

  • EarthGipsy

    EarthGipsy

    Beautiful work Rod. Highlights the wild coastline and vibrant colours of the area. Thanks for the history too – very interesting.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Sonia, I could spend all my free time down there and never tire of it,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Malcolm Chant

    Malcolm Chant

    This is a stunning capture of a scene that I know well Rod, the compostion is excellent, & Thank you for the infomation.

    malcolm

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hello Malcolm, thank-you very much my friend, I spent quite a lot of my holiday along this part of the coast from Pendeen to Botallack, it makes a wonderful walk in the sunshine,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Lynda  McDonald

    Lynda McDonald

    another well composed attractive scenic with a informative writeup to accompany it,,,,,,,,,,nice work again Rod !

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Lynda, I must say I was thrilled to see your interview with Sandy as her Sunday Friend today, many congratulations on that and a special thank-you for your kind words on my Mullion Cove Seascape,
    Regards, Rod.

  • CraigsMom

    CraigsMom

    The photo is beautiful, and I thank you also for the fascinating background info!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Mary Ann,
    Regards, Rod.

  • James Corley

    James Corley

    Gorgeous shot Rod! Looks like a wonderful place to visit.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much James, the old mine workings are quite a feature of interest to the visitor but the beauty of the coast is what pulls me back there time and time again,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Evita

    Evita

    This is so beautiful !!!! Ohhhhh I see the lighthouse…. as always a stunning capture !!! :D

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you so much Evita, I did take a few close-ups of the lighthouse in the distance but haven’t got round to editing them yet,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Lynda  McDonald

    Lynda McDonald

    you are most welcome Rod and thank you !................i had no time, but there are certain images that are imprinted, that particular one is ONE of them(mullion cove)

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you so much my friend, your friendship and constant support is much valued,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Trudi's Images

    Trudi's Images

    Stunning capture Rod, great colour and depth

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Trudi, thank-you so much, I’ve taken this composition many times over the years and it’s amazing how different it can look in different light and weather conditions,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Rambler25

    Rambler25


    Love it!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you so much for featuring the image Estes and for your kind comment,
    Regards, Rod.

  • rodsfotos

    rodsfotos

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  • kathy s gillentine

    kathy s gillen...

    beautiful image Rod, love the view

  • rodsfotos replied

    Many thanks Kathy, much appreciated as always,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Trudi's Images

    Trudi's Images

    You certainly got a beauty of a day for shots this day by the look of it, well done on your feature :-))

  • rodsfotos replied

    We were indeed fortunate with the weather Trudi, I hope you get much the same conditions for your trip to Cornwall later this year, many thanks again my friend,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Shaun Whiteman

    Shaun Whiteman

    Wonderful shot Rod, stunning composition, details and colours….a stunning scene as always!!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Shaun, thank-you very much indeed my friend,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Krys Bailey

    Krys Bailey

    What a super composition and amazing weather conditions with those clouds floating above that deep blue sea!!! Great work! ;o)

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Krys, the Cornish coast is one of our most attractive locations when it’s sunny like this in my honest if somewhat biased opinion,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Svetlana Sewell

    Svetlana Sewell

    Brilliant!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Lana,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Wayne Holman

    Wayne Holman

    Classically Cornish, rugged coastline, blue sea, tin mine, lighthouse and a fantastic sky. Gloriously captured Rod and congrats on the feature mate. A certain fave = )

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Wayne, thank-you so much my friend, I’m on Annual leave this week and was hoping for better weather to get over the Tamar again but it’s not looking promising,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Scott  d'Almeida

    Scott d'Almeida

    excellent

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Scott,
    Regards, Rod.

  • LudaNayvelt

    LudaNayvelt

    absolutely fantastic view with light hose in background, gorgeous land Rod

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you so very much Luda,
    Regards, Rod.

  • lorilee

    lorilee

    Beautiful!!!!!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much indeed Lori,
    Regards, Rod.

  • RedHillDigital

    RedHillDigital

    Superb shot Rod of the mine and lighthouse beyond. A perfect example of Cornwall’s wild and rugged beauty.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Howard, thank-you very much my friend, I’m on Annual leave this week and was hoping to get down there again but the weather has been so poor,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Lois  Bryan

    Lois Bryan

    incongruous to see industry … and mining of all things … smack dab in the middle of such an extraordinary natural scene!!!!! But at this point the golden stone buildings themselves have taken their rightful place in the natural scheme of beauty. As always, presented to us so professionally!!!!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Lois, tin mining has been so much a part of the history of Cornwall and the many old ruins of the engine houses are something that we all accept as being part of the area,
    Regards, Rod.

  • genaro1

    genaro1

    Great capture

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    I love the diagonal line you created as you framed this beautiful coastal landscape Rod. The ancient weathered stone illuminated in sunlight is wonderful. I like the cloud columns hugging the horizon and very much enjoy your wonderful commentary on the history of the place. It is a beautiful photograph!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you so much for the wonderful comment dear Sharon, much appreciated my friend,
    Regards, Rod.

  • georgieboy98

    georgieboy98

    An incredibly beautiful photo and you have the ability of making every scene into a real eye catching vista. Once again my activity monitor didn’t pick you up and I had been wondering if all was well with you. To be on the safe side I had better take regular visits to your home page. The clouds in this really do complement the old workings and I thought that was Pendeen lighthouse in the distance! A real treat. Best wishes, Peter

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you so much Peter, yes there are still so many images not showing on my watchlist as well so I just tab on the photographer every time now, I am on Annual leave and the weather has been wet all week apart from a half day yesterday when we got up on Dartmoor,
    Regards, Rod.

  • valzart

    valzart

    Wonderful sweeetheART you’ve captured the elusive light’ ;} happy hippy hugglez

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much indeed Val,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Catherine  Alexander

    Catherine Ale...

    Beautiful shot! I love the many layers of interest. First the mine with an interesting history, then the white waves against the dark blue water and lighthouse and sky beyond! Great capture Rod.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hello Catherine, thank-you very much indeed, I do so enjoy the rugged coast of Cornwall both as a photo subject and enjoying a walk but it is not te place to be when the conditions are stormy,
    Regards, Rod.

  • vadim19

    vadim19

    Rod, this is such a beautiful scenery and so well captured! Wonderful horizon line where the sea meets the clouds. Regards, Vadim

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much indeed Vadim, there are so many beautiful scenes awaiting the photographer on the Cornish coastline,
    Regards, Rod.

  • PhotoAvenue

    PhotoAvenue

    Wonderful shot Rod, stunning composition, details and colors….a stunning scene as always!!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much again PA, I never tire of this rugged coastline,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Linda  Syms

    Linda Syms

    Fabulous shot Rod we visited Levant Tin Mine,got some good shots of the buildings.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Linda, there are so many old mine workings along this part of the coastline, I find them fascinating and they do add that special something to a coastal composition, looking forward to seeing some of yours,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Béla Török

    Béla Török

    Fantastic image, my friend!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Bela, appreciated as always my friend,
    Regards, Rod.

  • ilpo laurila

    ilpo laurila

    Really beautiful capture.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Ilpo,
    Regards, Rod.

  • CarolM

    CarolM

    A beautiful coastline. Such a scenic view. I see the lighthouse in the distance. It would be great to explore both of these places. I can only imagine all the photo ops they would present. Beautiful work, Rod.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Carol, I did take a few close-up images of the lighthouse but haven’t got round to editing them as yet,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Christophe Testi

    Christophe Testi

    Beautifully composed, great shot!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Christophe,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Arrowman

    Arrowman

    Excellent Rod

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Colin, I was hoping for a sunset along this part of the coast when I was down there but nothing like it at all that week,
    Regards, Rod.

  • daffodil

    daffodil

    Magnificent coastline, gorgeous colors, fantastic view,
    My favourite image.
    Your commentary is very interesting . Thank you for sharing ! You are a talented photographer, Rod .
    Amicales pensées, Daffo

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much for the wonderful positive comment Daffo, you are a constant supportive friend and I very much appreciate your kind comments,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Ellen

    Ellen

    How beautiful!!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Ellen, I always think the old tin mines add to the natural beauty of the rugged Cornish coast,
    Regards, Rod.

  • mompaq

    mompaq

    Excellent image!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you so much, very kind of you,
    Regards, Rod.

  • kentuckyblueman

    kentuckyblueman

    Just awesome,super,great,and wonderful,well done a favorite for me!

  • rodsfotos replied

    Hi Steve, thank-you very much indeed my friend,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Heloisa Castro

    Heloisa Castro

    great shot

  • rodsfotos replied

    Many thanks again Heloisa, much appreciated,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Jane Best

    Jane Best

    Beautiful photo of this awesome landscape. I also like the way the most distant clouds seem to connect with the water.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much indeed Jane,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Sean Jansen

    Sean Jansen

    Awesome capture and view Rod !! Looks just beautiful.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much indeed Sean,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Joyce Dickens, IPA

    Joyce Dickens,...

    This is spectacular my friend, such beautiful composition, awesome depth, vivid color – exceptional Seascape! JD

  • rodsfotos

    rodsfotos

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  • Maureen Maliha

    Maureen Maliha

    Stunningly Gorgeous, Rod!

  • faceart

    faceart

    Brilliant work!

  • emolena

    emolena

    Wonderful place .Excellent work . Great shot .
    Regards,Grazyna.

  • LavenderMoon

    LavenderMoon

    Amazing shot of this tremedously gorgeous place, Rod… fantastic!

  • henrihan

    henrihan

    A beautiful capture of Levant tin mine Rod,with a great clouded sky in the distance and the clear blue seawater.This mine surely is situated at a wonderful spot on Cornwall’s lovely coastline. Thanks for sharing, many regards, Henri.

  • rodsfotos replied

    Thank-you very much Henri, many of the old tin mines are on this beautiful part of the coast,
    Regards, Rod.

  • sendao

    sendao 26 days ago

    Excellent capture

  • rodsfotos replied 26 days ago

    Thank-you very much,
    Regards, Rod.

  • Junior Mclean

    Junior Mclean 18 days ago

    Great photo!!

  • rodsfotos replied 17 days ago

    Thank-you very much Junior,
    Regards, Rod.

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