The Wheal Martyn China Clay Museum

From our cycle hire centre we provide bikes to ride the trail to the China clay museum. The is a unique opportunity to travel on a cycle route to an excellent historical site. At Wheal Martyn you can discover Cornwall’s fascinating clay mining heritage. In their discovery centre you will discover the amazing variety of uses that China clay has had over the centuries! There are also nature trails, woodland walks and Cornwall’s largest working water wheel.

Along with all these attractions, there are also vintage vehicles, a Victorian clay works and activity sheets for the kids. Refreshment is available from their licensed cafe, and you browse local gifts and crafts at the shop.

Take a look at the Wheal Martin Trust‘s website for more information on what you will find there.