Wheal Martyn Clay Works 2025
Cornwall's largest working waterwheel
Clay workers statues at Wheal Martyn
1934 ERF lorry
1916 Peerless lorry
Modern China Clay mining in action
Horse-drawn clay wagon
This unique and special place tells the story of Cornwall’s largest mining industry, an industry still alive today, and in the shadows of Cornwall’s iconic ‘white pyramids’. The museum is set within 26 acres of woodland and the preserved Victorian china clay works.
Contacts
Operator: Wheal Martyn Trust
Address: Carthew St Austell Cornwall PL26 8XG
- Telephone: 01726 850 362
- Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
- Website: View website
Open Days & Times
Daily 1000-1600. Visit website or facebook for more details and advance booking.
Travel
- By Rail: St. Austell / 2 miles
Facilities
- Parking
- Refreshments
- Souvenir Shop
- Part disabled access
A great day out for everyone, set amongst the preserved remains of a Victorian clay works. There is an interactive discovery centre, industry tools and artefacts, Cornwall’s largest working waterwheel and much more!
There are vintage commercial vehicles including an 1934 ERF lorry, 1926 Peerless lorry, clay wagon and 1899 Lee Moor tramway Peckett on display.
At the peak of the site you’ll discover a vast modern working clay pit and there is a fantastic children’s challenge trail and cycle.
