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Open today at 10:00-16:00
Recommended sightseeing time:1-2 hours
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101 Cochrane Street, Thames 3500, New ZealandMap
Phone+64 7 868 6227
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  • Darren_C_Thomas
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    Wonderful museum and tour into New Zealand's mining history

    The School of Mines is a look back to the history of mining in New Zealand and the Thames region. This great tour provides a real insight into what was studied 100 years ago to improve gold production...

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    Reviewed on Dec 22, 2023
  • Kiwiseley
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    A mine of information

    We took the 45 minute tour. The Guide was very knowledgeable and gave us the history of gold mining in Thames and the tough times that many had. Those who graduated from the school could command doubl...

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    Reviewed on Dec 11, 2022
  • wasp07
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    An great insight to mining

    What a hidden gem. The tour was very interesting and informative taking us through the gold mining process and the topics covered as part of the school curriculum. Some things don’t change - the old...

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    Reviewed on Jun 25, 2022
  • vwatts40
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    Fascinating description of gold mining in Thames

    Susanna gives us a 1 hour tour of the School of Mines starting with a description fo the development of gold mining Thames. This was oneo f the most productive god mines in the world about 150 years a...

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    Reviewed on Mar 13, 2022
  • Kikki0
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    Interesting history of Thames

    A really interesting look into the history of the Thames area, the gold mines and the mining history. Tour may be a bit dull for kids unless they have a specific interest. Guide was extremely knowledg...

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    Reviewed on Jan 8, 2022
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