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‘A treasure chest of health and happiness’ Artslab at Brannel School

We asked young people what activity they would hold close and put in their treasure box? From this idea they created paintings to start conversations about wellbeing. Exhibition on display from Saturday 1 October until Thursday 13 October.
‘A treasure chest of health and happiness’ Artslab at Brannel School

We asked young people what activity they would hold close and put in their treasure box? From this idea they created paintings to start conversations about wellbeing. Exhibition on display from Saturday 1 October until Thursday 13 October.
'Fake or Fortune?' Antiques Valuation

Bring your treasures to Wheal Martyn on Tuesday 18th October 10am - 12noon for a free valuation and identification by Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood Fine Art Valuers & Auctioneers.
Bringing your dog to Wheal Martyn

At Wheal Martyn, we welcome the whole family including your four legged friends- anywhere you can go, your dog is also welcome!

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Prices

Pay once and get free entry all year!
Our museum

China clay mining has shaped the landscape, lives of people and economy of mid-Cornwall for over 250 years. It is Cornwall’s largest mining industry. A fully Accredited Museum, we are based within two Victorian china clay works, now a Scheduled Ancient Monument. We tell the story of this fascinating industry and the people who worked and lived in the shadows of Cornwall’s iconic ‘white pyramids’.
Why visit

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.
Kurt Jackson: Clay Country

17 May - 5 September 2021
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See the roles we are seeking at Wheal Martyn, including volunteering opportunities.
Cafe

Open from 10am - 5pm, free to enter.
Find us

St Austell. Cornwall, PL26 8XG
Gift shop

Our gift shop is open 7 days a week, 10am - 5pm. Free to enter.
Opening times

Wheal Martyn is currently open from 10am - 5pm daily.