Museums · South West England
Wheal Martyn Clay Works
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Wheal Martyn Clay Works — a museum in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- St Austell · 3.1 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Wheal Martyn Clay Works is a museum located in england-south-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Wheal Martyn Clay Works is the UK's only china clay mining museum, situated in the heart of Cornwall. Visitors can explore the history of china clay, its impact on the local landscape, and the lives of those who worked in the industry through various exhibits and outdoor trails.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: St. Austell Clay Pits SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cornwall
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Wheal Martyn Clay Works is a museum located in South-West England. It focuses on the history and heritage of the china clay industry, showcasing the processes and machinery involved. The site holds significant historical value as a former clay works, providing insight into the local industrial past.
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- Coordinates
- 50.3647, -4.8087
- District
- Cornwall
- Parish
- Treverbyn
- Postcode
- PL26 8XQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- St Austell and Newquay
- Nearest railway station
- St Austell — 3.1 km
- Official site
- www.wheal-martyn.com
Sources
- osm: way/838482536 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wheal Martyn Clay Works?
- Wheal Martyn Clay Works is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PL26 8XQ), in the parish of Treverbyn.
- What is Wheal Martyn Clay Works?
- Wheal Martyn Clay Works — a museum in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Wheal Martyn Clay Works?
- The nearest railway station is St Austell, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode PL26 8XQ.
- Is Wheal Martyn Clay Works a protected site?
- Yes — Wheal Martyn Clay Works is part of the St. Austell Clay Pits SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Cornwall National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Wheal Martyn Clay Works?
- The nearest railway station is St Austell, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PL26 8XQ.