HistoryHidden gem
Morwellham Quay
Tavistock, South West England
A restored river port and copper-mining site on the Tamar, with a mine train.
- Cost
- Paid
- Time to allow
- 3 hours
Morwellham Quay was a busy Victorian port for copper from the nearby mines. You can ride a small train into the mine, explore old quay buildings and wander the Tamar Valley. It's a great family day.
Good to know
- Check seasonal opening
- Book the mine tour
- Best time
- Morning
- Open
- Seasonal
- Getting there
- Large car park on site
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- No dogs
Facilities
- Picnic tables
- Toilets
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