I was aware of the prolific tin mining history in Cornwall, however, I wasn’t aware that you can still see so many of these beautiful structures.  Numerous are now preserved by the National Trust and it is aptly called the ‘Tin Coast’.

There are some great walks along this 7 mile stretch of coast where you can view the remains, they are fantastic photo opportunities when travelling with a camera. Botallack (Bostalek in Cornish), a UNSECO world heritage site, was particularly stunning. The famous Crowns Engine Houses cling to the cliff – you may recognise it from the English Poldark TV series.

Find out more about the Tin Coast, where to visit, walking guides and the latest news on the informative National Trust website.  Tip – many of the car parks in this area of Cornwall are run by the National Trust and are chargeable.  So, it may be worth joining the NT – prices are on their website.

In the meantime, here are some photographs to whet your appetite to visit this amazing area which is steeped in history.  These shots were taken using my Nikon DSLR.