Wheal Martyn Clay Works
If you are visiting this corner of Cornwall, be sure to visit the UK’s only China Clay Museum. Set in a 26-acre country park, with woodland walks and cycling trails, this is the perfect spot for those with children.
Uncover the history of China’s clay mining, which shaped the lives and economy of mid-Cornwall for over 250 years. This attraction in Cornwall is located within two former Victorian clay works, one of which is preserved in its working state. Here, you can dip deep and discover the special ingredient in your everyday life! You can find it in toothpaste, paper, and car tyres!
Immerse yourself in the atmospheric grounds of the original Victorian clay works, hear real-life tales of the industry and catch a glimpse of modern machines in the working clay pit.
Come and discover all of this and much more at Wheal Martyn Clay…