Wheal Martyn
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Wheal Martyn is Cornwall’s sole china clay mining museum, welcoming visitors daily from 10 am to 4 pm. Housed in two Victorian china‑clay works—now a scheduled ancient monument—the museum chronicles more than 250 years of the region’s industrial heritage. Through interactive exhibits, historical artefacts, and immersive gallery spaces, guests discover how Cornwall’s white clay has shaped both local life and global industries. Entry is free for all, allowing a cost‑effective, educational experience amid a living museum that preserves the heart of Cornwall’s mining legacy.