CORNWALL'S BEST KEPT SECRET
Discover all about the history of Cornish tin milling with untold stories, unique footage, interactive displays and so much more.
Our FREE, new, interactive exhibition is set out over 10,000 sq. foot. This is where Cornwall’s rich milling history is brought to life in an exciting way, right in the heart of Cornwall. Entry into Cornwall Gold is free and there is no need to book. However, if you want to plan ahead please do book below.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO SEE AND DO
Discover Cornish history in our new free exhibition
learn all about Cornwall's rich milling history
See the ingenious machines in action
DRESS UP AS A TIN MILLER OR BAL MAIDEN
Discover THE people of tolgus
Learn About THE CHEMISTRY OF TIN
INTERACTIVE DISPLAYS FOR ALL AGES
SEE HISTORIAL ARTEFACTS DUG UP ON SITE
SEE REAL CORNISH TIN RICH ROCK
Learn the history of tin
Geological History
Discover where tin came from and when it was discovered
The Bronze Age
Tin mining started in Britain, mainly Cornwall, during the Bronze Age over 3,500 years ago
The Roman Empire and Tin
It’s said that much of the motivation behind the Roman invasion of Britain during the Roman Empire
The Industrial Revolution
Manual work was slowly replaced by machines running on steam, wind and water, and the tin mining industry grew considerably
19th and 20th Century Tin Mining
During the nineteenth century, Cornwall is said to have produced more than 2 million tons of tin. But what is happening to tin today?
SEE HOW A TIN MILL ACTUALLY WORKS
The Tolgus Tin Streaming Mill smashes rock into tiny pieces, removing the tin ore from the stone, and then employs a host of inventions to separate the valuable tin. For generations Tolgus tin was then exported all over the world and now finds its way into our unique Tolgus jewellery.