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Title:      Allantide at Wheal Martyn

Dates: Saturday 19 October to Friday 8 November

Summary: Follow our trail and search out the apples around Wheal Martyn to discover about the history of food and feast days in Cornwall and Cornish language words. Allantide is a Cornish festival celebrating the ‘first day of winter’ on 31st October. Historically, red apples were given to families as a sign of good luck and to celebrate Saint Allan.

Time:                    10.00am to 4.00pm (last admission 3.00pm)

Price:                    Included in standard museum admission

Contact:               info@wheal-martyn.com

Location:             Wheal Martyn grounds

 

Title: ‘People of the Industry’ Breakfast

Date: Saturday 26 October 2024

Summary: Treat yourself to a delicious full Cornish breakfast where you’ll be joined by our knowledgeable volunteers who have worked in the china clay industry, before they lead you on a fascinating guided tour of the historic china clay works at Wheal Martyn.

Further details: Booking essential. Price includes a 12 month annual pass.

Time:                    9.30am – 12.30pm

Price:                    £25.00 per person.  £15.00 for annual pass holders.

Contact:               info@wheal-martyn.com

Location:             Café

 

Title:      Apple-solutely fun Activities

Date:     Monday 28 October to Friday 1 November

Summary: Enjoy a series of apple-themed activities this half term in celebration of Allantide, a Cornish festival celebrating the ‘first day of winter’ on 31 October. Historically, red apples were given to families as a sign of good luck and to celebrate Saint Allan. You can make a clay tile, create a stuffed apple out of recycled materials or paint your own craft tree to take home – get creative and let your imagination run free!

Further information: No need to book – drop in anytime

Time:                    11.00am to 3.00pm

Price:                    Material costs range from £1.00 - £8.00, in addition to the standard admission fee (which is valid for 12 months)

Contact:               info@wheal-martyn.com

Location:             Learning Space

 

Title:  Wheal Martyn Unseen exhibition - The Weird and Wonderful of Wheal Martyn

Date:  Until 23 December 2024

Summary: A unique chance to see an eclectic showcase of objects and paintings from Wheal Martyn’s collections which are not usually included in our permanent displays.

As a museum, Wheal Martyn is responsible for over 10,000 objects, ranging from photographs and archival materials to clothing, tools, engineering patterns and mining company memorabilia.  With far too much to have on public display all the time, this exhibition provides an opportunity to take a glimpse at a varied selection of what we hold and care for, ranging from the inspiring to the unusual!

Additionally, this exhibition will provide insights into the museum's collection policy and explain how items are integrated into a permanent museum collection.

Time:                    10.00am to 4.00pm

Price:                    Included in standard museum admission

Contact:               engagementofficer@wheal-martyn.com

Location:             Roger Preston Gallery

 

Title:      Stitches

Dates:   01 November 2024

15 November 2024

06 December 2024

20 December 2024

17 January 2025

Summary: Anyone who likes to craft is welcome to join Wheal Martyn Stitches group.

Further details: This is simply an opportunity to enjoy your craft with likeminded people - so just bring along the projects you are working on and share ideas, pick up new skills or advice from others in the group as well as enjoy a good coffee and a catch up!

No need to book, all welcome.

Time:                    10.30am to 12.30pm

Price:                    Free

Contact:               info@wheal-martyn.com 

Location:             Café & Atrium

 

Title: Lowender Gans Kernewek

Dates:   Monday 04 November 2024

                Monday 02 December 2024

Summary: Join us for our monthly Cornish speaking event! Come and learn some new Cornish phrases or engage in fluent conversation – everyone is welcome.

Further details: Di Trudgeon and Kim Hopewell, our Cornish speaking volunteers at Wheal Martyn, will be hosting a monthly opportunity for Cornish speakers (or those aspiring to be) of all abilities to learn some new phrases or engage in fluent conversations in the Wheal Martyn café. 

Anyone new to speaking Cornish is also encouraged to come along and take their first steps in learning this celebrated language, with the assistance of our friendly and passionate Cornish speaking volunteers.

No need to book, just turn up!

Time:                    10.30am to 12.30pm

Price:                    Free

Contact:               info@wheal-martyn.com 

Location:             Café & Atrium

Venue:                 Wheal Martyn Clay Works

 

Title:      The Oggymen

Dates:   Thursday 7 November 2024

Summary: Join The Oggymen at Wheal Martyn to hear their acclaimed arrangements of the songs that have been sung in communities of Cornish people past and present.

From Falmouth, The Oggymen have built a reputation for tight harmonies and inspiring performances that convey the rugged beauty of the Duchy of Cornwall. Enjoy an evening of Cornish Folk old and new – performed a cappella style at Wheal Martyn Clay Works.

Further details: Book online at www.wheal-martyn.com. Bar open on the day and pre-booked pasties are available at point of booking.  Proceeds raised from the event supports the charitable work of the Wheal Martyn Trust (Charity no. 1001838).

Time:                    Doors open at 7.00pm, performance starts at 7.30pm

Price:                    £14.00 per person (age 12 and under free)

Optional extra:  Pre-ordered pasties £6.00

Contact:               info@wheal-martyn.com

 

Title:      Ceramic Poppy Making Workshop

Date:     Sunday 10 November 2024

Times:  11.30am to 3.00pm.  Drop-in workshop.

Summary: Make your own ceramic poppy with coloured slips.  No experience necessary, just a willingness to try.

Equipment & materials: Clay and tools are provided.

You will produce: A ceramic creation that will be fired twice and glazed in our electric kiln.

Collection/delivery: Your item will usually be ready within three to four weeks. You can either collect your item from Wheal Martyn or we can post it to you.  If you would like it posted please select this option when you book online.

Combine with a visit: If you are not an annual pass holder but would like to combine your workshop with a visit to the museum you can purchase a reduced price admission ticket at the point of booking.

Level: Beginners, from age 4 welcome.  Any child under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied at all times by an adult.

Workshop duration: 30 – 45mins

Price: £7.00 per poppy

Postage & packaging: £4.50 per item

Contact: Penny Bulkeley – info@wheal-martyn.com 

Location: Atrium

Venue: Wheal Martyn

 

Title:      Doggie paw printing ceramic gifts and keepsakes

Dates:   Sunday 10 November 2024

                Sunday 1 December 2024

Times:  11.30am to 3.00pm (Drop in)

Summary: Make a treasured gift and memory by printing your cherished dog’s foot onto ceramic or into a clay tile. Drop in sessions – no need to pre-book.

More information: We offer a bespoke service to print your dog’s paw print either onto ceramic or into clay. All materials are non-toxic and water soluble and won’t harm your dog.

Time: It takes just 10-15 minutes to do a print, with plenty of treats, attention and praise most dogs are compliant! A paw wash tray and towel will be available afterwards. If your dog has special dietary requirements, please bring some of their own treats. Please note that these sessions are run alongside our pottery workshops so your patience is appreciated at busy times.

You will produce: A unique print that will be clear glazed and fired in our kiln.

Collection/delivery: Your item will usually be ready within three to four weeks although we will endeavour to have it ready before Christmas, even where the timescales are shorter.  You can either collect your item from Wheal Martyn or we can post it to you.  If you would like it posted please select this option when you book below.

Price: From £10.00 per item

Postage & packaging: £4.50

Contact: Penny Bulkeley – info@wheal-martyn.com 

Location: Atrium

 

Title: Memory Café

Dates:   Monday 11 November 2024

Monday 25 November 2024

Monday 09 December 2024

Monday 27 January 2025

Summary:  Our regular Memory Cafe offers a friendly place to chat over a cuppa and take part in creative activities. 

Further details: Call 01726 850362 for more information. No need to book.

Time:                    2.00pm to 3.45pm

Price:                    Free

Contact:               gmartin@wheal-martyn.com

Location:             Learning Space

 

Title: Christmas Craft Fair

Dates:   Saturday 16 November 2024

Sunday 17 November 2024

Summary: Join us for our annual craft fair with lots of special individual gift ideas, including a variety handcrafted goods made in Cornwall ranging from ceramics, bags, cushions and jewellery to upcycled furniture, wood turned items and much more!

Further details: Café open offering delicious treats.

Time: 10.00am to 4.00pm

Price: Free entry to craft fair (normal admission fee applies to the museum and grounds)

Contact: sford@wheal-martyn.com

Location: Atrium & Discovery Centre

 

Title:      Climate Café Listening Circle

Dates:   3rd Tuesday of the month

19 November 2024

17 December 2024

21 January 2025

Summary: A climate café is a place to come together to share your climate worries and concerns over cake and refreshments, and leave feeling better than when you arrived. A problem shared is a problem halved!

Further information: A climate café is a simple, hospitable, empathetic space where fears and uncertainties about our climate crisis can be safely expressed.

Time:    2.00pm to 3.30pm

Price:    Free

Contact: engagementofficer@wheal-martyn.com

 

Title:                      Willow Angel Trail

Dates:                   Saturday 23 November – Sunday 22 December 2024

Summary:           Find the beautiful angels around the historic grounds which have been individually decorated by our local community groups and partners.

Time:                    10.00am to 4.00pm (last admission 3.00pm)

Price:                    Included in standard museum admission

Contact:               info@wheal-martyn.com

Location:             Wheal Martyn grounds

 

Title: Ceramic Painting Workshops (Children’s workshops and adults)

Dates:   Sunday 1 December 2024 

Times:  10.00pm to 3.00pm.  Drop-in workshops (although booking is advisable).

Summary: Go wild with creativity and unleash the artist within as you paint onto ceramic from our earthenware pottery selection, including some Christmas designs in this fun and creative workshop.

Equipment & materials: Earthenware bisque, glazes and equipment provided.  You may wish to bring along an apron.

You will produce: A uniquely painted creation, a perfect gift that will be food safe and dishwasher safe. It will be clear glazed and fired in our kiln.

Collection/delivery: Your item will usually be ready within three to four weeks although we will endeavour to have it ready before Christmas.  You can either collect your item from Wheal Martyn or we can post it to you.  If you would like it posted please select this option when you book online.

Level: All abilities and ages welcome, chose the workshop that suits you best. Children under 18 will need to be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Further details:  Pre-booking essential, telephone 01726 850362

Workshops duration:

Children and Families: 1 hour (last booking at 2.00pm)

Price: £15.00 per person per item (choice of 10+ ceramic bisque to paint)

Adult workshop (12years +): 3 hours (last booking at 1.00pm) Learn different glazing techniques and an opportunity to paint a wider range of bisqueware.

Price: £12.00 per person plus the cost of the chosen ceramic bisque.

£12.00 per session, to include glazes and tuition.  The ceramic you paint on is an additional charge, paid for on the day.  The charge range from £6.50 to £49.00 per item depending on what you choose to decorate.

Postage & packaging: £4.50 per item

Reduced museum admission: £10.00 per adult

Reduced museum admission (5-15 years): £5.00 per child

Contact: Penny Bulkeley – info@wheal-martyn.com 

Location: Atrium             

 

Title: Lantern Trail

Date: Saturday 7 December 2024

Summary: Enjoy an atmospheric lantern trail at Wheal Martyn. The trail will include lantern making, willow crafting, a campfire and marshmallows, followed by a lantern lit walk around the historic grounds before ending at the Wheal Martyn Café for a festive sing-song!

Further details: Pre-book at www.wheal-martyn.com  The café will be open before and afterwards serving festive treats and hot chocolate and pasties can be pre-booked via our website.  The event is a collaboration between Wheal Martyn and Choose Nature CIC with proceeds from entry supporting fundraising for both organisations.

Time:    3.00pm to 5.30pm

Price:    Adults £5.00, children £5.00

Contact: info@wheal-martyn.com

 

Title:      Wreath-making Workshop

Dates:   Saturday 7 December 2024

Times:  10.00am to 1.00pm

Summary: Join us in this facilitated workshop led by Penny, to make your own hand-made willow wreath for Christmas, decorated with foliage from the historic museum grounds.

Equipment and materials: The willow, foliage and ribbon will be provided. Please bring secateurs and any special decorations or greenery you would like to add to your wreath.

Please note:  The willow we will be using will still have its bark on and can stain – please bring an apron or wear appropriate clothes.

Workshop duration: 3 hours 

You will leave with: A beautiful, natural Christmas willow wreath

Further details:  Pre-booking essential at www.wheal-martyn.com

Combine with a visit: If you are not an annual pass holder but would like to combine your workshop with a visit to the museum you can purchase a reduced price admission ticket at the point of booking.  This ticket also entitles you to 12 months readmission.

Level: Beginners, 12 years +

Price: £25.00 per person

Reduced museum admission: £10.00 per adult

Reduced museum admission (5-15 years): £5.00 per child

Contact: Penny Bulkeley – info@wheal-martyn.com 

Location: Atrium

 

Title: Festive Fun Day and Father Christmas

Date: Sunday 8 December 2024

Summary: Dress up in your fun festive finery and explore the museum and woodland trails for a discounted entry fee of £5.00 for adults and £3.00 for children to celebrate the festive season. There will be lots of activities on offer, including wreath-making and clay decorations.

We are incredibly excited that Father Christmas and his elf will be joining us for the day and sharing a special Christmas story! Booking is required for a Father Christmas timeslot at www.wheal-martyn.com and there is a fee of £5.00 per child which includes a small gift from Santa.

Further details: All welcome – no need to pre-book (except for meeting Father Christmas).

Activities will include making Elf and Reindeer crowns and Cornish Christmas cards, getting creative with clay decorations, conjuring up a Christmas wand, being spellbound by a festive story, exploring the Angel and sensory Reindeer Trail, tapping your feet to the tunes of the local band and choir, and popping along to the Christmas craft table! Donations gratefully received.

After all the fun and action, pop in to the café for a festive treat and relax with a cup of something warm and one of our homemade cakes.

Time:    11.00am to 4.00pm

Price:    Adults £5.00, Children £3.00 (plus £5.00 to see Father Christmas)

Contact: info@wheal-martyn.com

 

Title:  As Above, So Below: Jill Randall Solo Exhibition

Date:  13 January – 13 February 2025

Summary: Educated at Falmouth School of Art, Jill Randall’s recent work has focussed on artists’ residencies in industrial settings as the context for new work. She has established innovative ways of interpreting industrial heritage, especially metal-mining, through her practice, demonstrating how contemporary fine art can be a mechanism for cultural regeneration and reengagement. Randall has created work in response to post-mining sites in Wales, Cornwall, and most recently, the old goldfields of Victoria and South Australia.

Time:                    10.00am to 4.00pm

Price:                    Included in standard museum admission

Contact:               engagementofficer@wheal-martyn.com

Location:             Roger Preston Gallery