Timmins Gold to Commence Trading on NYSE Amex on November 4, 2011

Timmins Gold Corp. (TSX: TMM) is pleased to announce that it has been approved to list its common shares on the NYSE Amex beginning on November 4, 2011 under the ticker symbol “TGD.” The Company will continue to be listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) under the ticker symbol “TMM.”

“The listing of our common shares on the NYSE Amex marks a significant achievement for Timmins Gold,” stated Bruce Bragagnolo, Chief Executive Officer. “We believe our new listing will afford Timmins Gold greater exposure to investors in the United States and around the world and reflects our effort to increase liquidity for our shareholders.”

"We welcome Timmins Gold onto the NYSE Euronext family of listed companies and onto the NYSE Amex," said Scott Cutler, Executive Vice President, NYSE Euronext. "The NYSE Amex helps companies like Timmins Gold and its shareholders benefit from our superior trade execution, our relationships with institutional investors and our extensive suite of investor relations services. We look forward to building a strong and lasting relationship with Timmins Gold management and shareholders."

About Timmins Gold

Focused in Mexico, Timmins Gold Corp. became a gold producer in April 2010 with the commencement of commercial production at its wholly owned San Francisco Mine in Sonora, Mexico. In addition, the Company has an extensive portfolio of gold projects in Mexico.

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Contacts:

Timmins Gold Corp.
Bruce Bragagnolo
CEO and Director
604-638-8980
bruce@timminsgold.com
www.timminsgold.com