DISCOVER CORNWALL'S SECRET
at the UK's only china clay mining museum

We are open

We are now open to visitors, 7 days a week, 10am - 4pm. Christmas closing: 24 Dec to Sat 16 Jan inclusive.

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Author: Annabel Underwood

Our Proud Roots - a family exploration of our proud roots

Proudly celebrating our local landscape, environment and people, Our Proud Roots is a chance to explore and reflect on what makes our place and community special, as seen through fresh eyes and with a new perspective in our changed world. This is a chance to re-discover nature and the wonderful effects it has on our body and soul!

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Author: Annabel Underwood

Activities at Home

We have a range of activities which are perfect for families and school children to take part in at home.

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Author: Colin Vallance

2020 is a great time to discover Wheal Martyn 

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Acres to Explore, Discover and Enjoy!

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Years of mining at Wheal Martyn and new facilities and exhibitions launched

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Months admission with your ticket

Upcoming events

  • Reindeer Hunt

    Explore the historic grounds to find woodland crafted reindeer. Read more

  • Spring at the end of the tunnel!

    Try a range of creative ‘get ready for spring’ activities. Read more

Latest news

  • Discover your local heritage this winter at Wheal Martyn

    We are again running our Cornwall Residents Pass offer until 31 March 2021, which enables Cornwall residents to purchase annual admission to the museum and its extensive grounds for a discounted rate of just £7.50 per adult and £5.00 per child. Read more

  • Winter feels warmer at Wheal Martyn

    We are aiming to create warmth and cheer in the community this December; in recognition of the challenges of 2020, the museum team has produced a Winter Warmer Craft Activity Pack for families to enjoy together as Christmas approaches - to lift the spirits, get families outside, and to foster a sense of community togetherness. Read more

  • Wheal Martyn Clay Works wins award for wellbeing in Cornwall Heritage Awards

    We are delighted to have won the ‘Wellbeing’ award for larger museums in the 2020 Cornwall Heritage Awards, hosted virtually by Cornwall Museums Partnership in October. Read more