March 2025 · West Cornwall

Geevor Tin Mine to Land’s End

A memorable journey along one of Cornwall’s most dramatic stretches of the South West Coast Path.

Geevor Tin MineStarting among Cornwall’s mining heritage

Cape CornwallHistoric headland on the route south

Land’s EndA suitably famous finish line

Hike at a glance

Distance: Not recorded
Time: Not recorded
Parking: Not recorded
Difficulty: Hard — A long, exposed coastal day with rocky paths and repeated climbs and descents. Exact distance and time were not recorded.
Tea/Pub stop: Not recorded
Map planning: Open OS Maps

Recommended pubs

John’s recommendations to follow.

Estimated grades based on the full route in clear, dry conditions: Easy — mostly level, straightforward paths; Moderate — some climbs or uneven ground; Hard — sustained effort, steep or rough ground, or remote navigation; Very hard — exceptional distance or repeated steep climbs. Weather, mud, tides and visibility can make a walk much harder.

Details from this walk’s report. Times reflect this outing; check parking and access before travelling.

Mining coast

History, cliffs and a famous finish

This March 2025 hike began at Geevor Tin Mine before joining the South West Coast Path and heading south through the historic mining landscape of West Cornwall.

The early miles passed the old engine houses around Botallack, standing dramatically on the cliffs above the Atlantic. From there, the route continued over rugged headlands and rocky paths towards Cape Cornwall, with reminders of Cornwall’s mining past never far away.

Beyond Cape Cornwall, the path followed the coastline past Porth Nanven and onwards towards Whitesand Bay. The scenery gradually changed from exposed cliffs and old mine workings to sandy coves, small harbours and the welcome sight of Sennen Cove.

The final section climbed away from Sennen and continued along the coast to Land’s End. After a route filled with industrial history, wild scenery and plenty of Cornish ups and downs, the famous signpost made a very satisfying finishing photograph.

The route

Following the coast south

The route follows the coast path from Geevor and Botallack to Cape Cornwall, Porth Nanven, Sennen Cove and Land’s End.

Walk details

Practical information

A linear coastal walk through exposed mining country, rocky headlands and seaside villages.

Route

Geevor Tin Mine to Land’s End via Botallack, Cape Cornwall, Porth Nanven, Whitesand Bay and Sennen Cove.

Terrain

Clifftop paths, rocky and uneven ground, repeated climbs and descents, plus easier sections near the villages and coves.

Conditions

The photographs show a largely cloudy start followed by brighter skies and sunshine towards Sennen and Land’s End.

Useful kit

Supportive footwear, waterproofs, warm layers, food, water and reliable navigation for a long, exposed coastal day.

Planning note

This is a linear route, so check current transport arrangements before setting out. Keep away from cliff edges and allow extra time for rough or slippery ground.

Along the coast

The walk in photographs

Engine houses, headlands, fishing coves and the final arrival at Land’s End.

Mine buildings and headgear at Geevor Tin Mine — Starting among the buildings and headgear of Geevor Tin Mine.

Historic Botallack engine houses on cliffs above the Atlantic — The famous engine houses standing beneath the coast path at Botallack.

Cape Cornwall headland and offshore rocks — Cape Cornwall and the rugged rocks beyond the headland.

John beside the Cape Cornwall monument — A quick photograph beside the monument at Cape Cornwall.

Stone buildings and boats below Cape Cornwall — Stone buildings and boats tucked beneath the headland.

Sennen Cove village and harbour seen from the coast path — The coast path approaching Sennen Cove.

Fishing boat and harbour at Sennen Cove under blue skies — Bright skies over the small harbour at Sennen Cove.

John beside the Land's End signpost — The finish reached at the famous Land’s End signpost.

Entrance to Land's End in afternoon sunshine — Land’s End in welcome afternoon sunshine.

Land’s End reached

A classic West Cornwall journey

From the industrial remains of Geevor and Botallack to Cape Cornwall, Sennen Cove and one of Britain’s most famous landmarks, this route delivered history and coastal drama in equal measure.

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Location & getting there

Geevor Tin Mine to Land’s End, Cornwall

Find Geevor Tin Mine on a map

This map locates the place named above; use the report’s route links to follow the walk.