'Our Fading Heritage' is an exciting collaboration of mixed media works by contemporary artists Jemma Gunning and Andy Faulkner. Their work will focus on abandoned historic buildings and quarry sites and how they have shaped our landscape. On display from On display 16 January to 21 April 2024. Read more
Wheal Martyn is open 10am until 5pm daily. Read more
12 April - 15 September 2021 Read more
Dig deep and discover the special ingredient in your everyday life that still shapes Cornwall and the world today…china clay! It hides in your toothpaste, your paper, your car tyres and even your cosmetics. It’s a billion pound, global industry. We are telling the story of Cornwall’s secret, and the people who brought it to you, from the heart of Clay Country. Read more
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See the roles we are seeking at Wheal Martyn, including volunteering opportunities. Read more
Pay once and get free entry all year! Read more
Our gift shop is open 7 days a week, 10am - 4pm. Free to enter. Read more
Open from 10am - 4pm, free to enter. Read more
Our Memory Café is held on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, from 2.00pm - 4.00pm in the Learning Space. Read more
We want everyone to feel welcome at Wheal Martyn. If you have access requirements, this information should help you to make the most of your visit. Read more
To ensure our rich china clay heritage is preserved, understood and accessible to all, we develop and deliver a range of projects to further the aims of the charity. As a small museum we rely on project funding to support our education, engagement and curatorial work, as well as larger scale development projects. Read more
Step behind the scenes of our china clay museum to join the team before we open to the public! Read more
Looking to host a birthday party with a difference? Wheal Martyn might just be the place for you! Read more
Fundraising events are an important way of securing the funds we need to develop the work of our charity. Read more
We would like to say a huge thank you to all the organisations and individuals listed below, and those who have given anonymously, who have generously supported our work, either financially or through partnership working. Read more
St Austell. Cornwall, PL26 8XG Read more
Discover how our interactive virtual tour and stunning new drone film are helping to offer new experiences for all. Read more
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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! Read more
We have a range of activities which are perfect for families and school children to take part in at home. Read more