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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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
We have a range of activities which are perfect for families and school children to take part in at home Read more
Displayed in the Atrium until Sunday 17 May 2020 Read more
We run weekly sessions, offered through local health services, as a social prescription to help people dealing with mental health challenges. Read more
By becoming a Friend of Wheal Martyn, you are supporting our work, which is driven by our purpose of preserving and keeping alive Cornwall’s china clay mining heritage, which has shaped our world. Read more
Looking to host a birthday party with a difference? Wheal Martyn might just be the place for you! Read more
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Our Citizen Curators programme is a free, work-based training programme in museum awareness and modern curatorial practice, aimed at volunteers from the local community. Read more
Funded by National Lottery Heritage Fund, this project has preserved aspects of the Scheduled Ancient Monument at Wheal Martyn. It has created a gallery for temporary exhibitions and an activity/learning space within a former historic building, alongside a four year programme of engagement activities. Read more
Cornwall has been described as being probably the most important mining district in world by the mid-1800s, and the historic features of the nearby World Heritage Site illustrate this well. Read more
Due to the current COVID-19 situation, we have taken the difficult decision to close Wheal Martyn and postpone all events, activities and exhibitions until further notice. Read our full statement. Read more
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Inspire visitors with all the amazing change you've achieved. It's your chance to show off! Read more
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