Places to stay in Wheal Busy, Cornwall

Wheal Busy, sometimes called Great Wheal Busy and in its early years known as Chacewater Mine, was a metalliferous mine halfway between Redruth and Truro in the Gwennap mining area of Cornwall. During the 18th century the mine produced enormous amounts of copper ore and was very wealthy, but from the later 19th century onwards was not profitable. Today the site of the mine is part of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site. Local dining options include Smokey Joe’s, Chiverton Arms, St Day Fryer, and St Day Fryer.

The center of Wheal Busy ( which is at is longitude -5°10'25.431 and latitude 50°15'33.629 ) is located 1 mile away from Chacewater, 2 miles away from Blackwater, 3 miles away from Redruth and 3 miles away from Porthtowan.

Available Wheal Busy lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Wheal Busy.

Wheal Busy Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of Premier Inn, Carnon Downs
Listing updated 2026
Hotels

Premier Inn

Approx 5 miles away in Carnon Downs:

Explore the wilds of south west Cornwall with Premier Inn Hotel Truro. You're in prime position for cliff-top walks and beautiful beaches, as well as the shops, nightlife and culture of historic Truro. Get green fingers at Trelissick or Glendurgan Gardens.
Old Carnon Hill, Carnon Downs
Carnon Downs, Cornwall
Hotels

Beacon Country House Hotel

Approx 4 miles away in St Agnes:

Relaxing, tranquil and beautiful country hotel accommodation. this is the perfect place to unwind. The Beacon Country House Hotel is ideal for both a memorable holiday in Cornwall or a quiet escape for business travellers.
Goonvrea Road
St Agnes, Cornwall
Hotels

Aviary Court Hotel

Approx 5 miles away in Illogan:

Aviary Court Hotel close to Camborne, Redruth, Portreath and Truro Cornwall is a delightful six bedroom country house hotel with star ratings by Visit Britain and providing quality friendly service and personal attention to detail from resident proprietors the Studley family.
Marys Well
Illogan, Cornwall

Wheal Busy Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Self Catering Properties

Higher Trewithen Holiday Cottages

Approx 5 miles away in Stithians:

Higher Trewithen is situated on the quiet outskirts of the village of Stithians, which is only a pleasant 15 minute walk.
Higher Trewithen
Stithians, Cornwall
Cottage / Caravan Parks

Carnon Downs Caravan & Camping Park

Approx 5 miles away in Carnon Downs:

Just three miles from the beautiful Cathedral City of Truro an ideal location to explore Cornwall Open all year.
Gig Lane
Carnon Downs, Cornwall
Self Catering Properties

Atlantic View Apartment

Approx 4 miles away in Porthtowan:

6 Sea Spray
Porthtowan, Cornwall
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Wheal Busy

Photograph of Old School Bar & Kitchen, Truro
Old School Bar & Kitchen

Old School Bar & Kitchen ( / Gastropub ). Here at OSBK we only source locally, bring you the freshest food delivered to your door. Our menu is based on good traditional pub classics, cooked fresh to order. Our chef's have over 20 years in the industry. www.osbk.co.uk Link