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Historic Buildings in Cornwall

See also Historic Houses (stately Homes)

 Cornish Mines and Engines
  

An industrial heritage discovery centre built around historic Cornish beam engines. The centre is part of the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site. The visitor centre traces the long heritage of mining in Cornwall and is impact on Cornish social history.
nr Redruth, Pool, Cornwall, England, R15 3NP

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating  ?
Website: Cornish Mines and Engines
Email: cornishmines@nationaltrust.org.uk
National Trust
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OS SW672415

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 Cotehele Mill
  

A part of Cotehele Estate, the Cotehill Mill is as working watermill with associated buildings, set in a wooded area in the Morden Valley. The mill is still in working condition, and visitors can purchase fresh ground flour ground on the premises.
nr Saltash, St Dominick, Cornwall, England, L12 6TA

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating  ?
Location: Seasonal opening, see National Trust website for details
Website: Cotehele Mill
Email: cotehele@nationaltrust.org.uk
National Trust
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OS SX417682

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 Dupath Well
  

A holy well on the outskirts of Callington and close to Cotehele House. Dupath Well is probably medieval, though it may go back much further. The well is thought to have been a destination for pilgrims suffering from skin diseases, and/or whooping cough! Within the well house is an immersion pool where sufferers could bathe in the healing waters.

Dupath Well, Cornwall, England

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating  ?
Location: 1 mile east of Callington. Accessible by footpath, signposted 'Dupath Well Chapel'. Open access.
Website: Dupath Well
English Heritage
OS SX373693

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 Levant Mine
  

Levant Mine Levant Mine stands in a superb location on the edge of a cliff near St Just, Cornwall. A steam engine supplies the power for the historic beam engine which stands at the core of the mine buildings. The famous Levant beam engine is the only example still in steam at at a copper or tin mine. It is housed in a small engine house on the very edge of the cliffs.
Trewellard, Pendeen St Just, Cornwall, England, TR19 7SX

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating  ?
Location: The beam engine does not  'steam' every day. Please check details on the National Trust website to ensure that you visit on a day when the engine is working.
Website: Levant Mine
Email: levant@nationaltrust.org.uk
National Trust
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OS SW369340

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 Penhallam Manor
  

The site of a 13th century moated manor house in a wooded setting. Nothiong remains of the manor above ground level, but the complete layout of the manor can be easily seen in the turf-covered foundations.
Week St Mary, Cornwall, England

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating  ?
Location: 10 minute walk on a forest trail from parking area on a minor road off the A39 near Treskinnick Cross. Signposted from Week St Mary.
Website: Penhallam Manor
English Heritage
OS SX224974

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 Tintagel Old Post Office
  

Tintagel Old Post Office A traditional Cornish longhouse dating to the 15th century. The interior offers a glimpse of family life over the centuries, with authentic furnishings, including some furniture over 500 years old. One room was used as a post office in Victorian toimes, and has been restored to how it would have looked then. The house is surrounded by a traditional cottage garden.
Fore Street, Tintagel, Cornwall, England, PL34 0DB

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating  ?
Location: in the town centre, B3263
Website: Tintagel Old Post Office
Email: tintageloldpo@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone: 01840 770 024
Fax: 01840 779 021
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OS SX056884

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Ash Cottage

Goonhavern
Self catering cottage

This cottage is one of a group of five in the village of Goonhavern near to Perranporth in Cornwall and can sleep six people in … more >>
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Cottage HCSHARK

Bude
Self catering cottage

1 OF 2 BARN CONVERSIONS. 53 ACRES WITH COWS GOATS DUCKS SHEEP CHICKENS PIGS FISHING SUITABLE FOR DISABLED WALKING GUIDES AVAILABLE This delightful barn conversion … more >>
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Falmouth (Hotel)

Royal Duchy Hotel

Set in its own gardens overlooking Falmouth Bay and less than 400 yards from sandy Gyllyngvase Beach, the four star Royal Duchy is also just a short walk from the town centre. As well as enjoying an ideal location, the Royal Duchy has a heated indoor swimming pool. The restaurant … more >>

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Penzance (Hotel)

Queens Hotel

The Queens Hotel is a family run Victorian property that boasts one of the most stunning positions in Cornwall. Situated on the promenade in Penzance, the Queens Hotel commands striking panoramic views across St Michaels Mount, the Lizard Peninsula and out to sea. This picturesque spot is ideal for a … more >>

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