Overview
Discover the UK's only china clay mining museum at Wheal Martyn Clay Works in Cornwall. Explore historic clay works, interactive exhibits, and scenic woodland trails in a 26-acre site
Description
Wheal Martyn Clay Works is the UK's only china clay mining museum, located in the heart of Cornwall's historic clay country. Set within 26 acres of woodland and two preserved Victorian clay works, this unique indoor and outdoor museum offers an immersive experience into Cornwall's billion-pound china clay industry. Visitors can explore interactive exhibits, witness Cornwall’s largest working waterwheel, and enjoy panoramic views of a modern working clay pit. The site also features nature trails, a children's play area, a licensed café, and a gift shop, making it an engaging destination for all ages.
Details
-
Email
-
Phone01726 850362
-
AddressWheal Martyn St. Austell Cornwall PL26 8XG
Location
-
Carthew, St Austell, Cornwall PL26 8XG, UK
