We have an extensive collection of objects which reflect the local industries of Cornwall particularly in the areas around Helston and the The Lizard. Our displays cover a range of industries from farming to fishing to mining and are stocked with objects of all shapes and sizes from tin samples (pictured above) to a horse drawn farm wagon and a huge 5 tonne cider press! The museum also features trades and professions historically found in towns and rural areas such as the blacksmith, saddler, cobbler, carpenter, and printer. A highlight not to be missed is the Serpentine Turner’s Workshop which was originally located at Church Cove on the Lizard Peninsula and was fully transplanted to the museum.
Short Films with a Focus on Industry:
- Blacksmiths
- Carts and Carriages
- Farming
- Fishing
- Printing Collection
- Railway
- Serpentine Workshop
- Weights & Measures
Related objects
Cider Mill
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Enormous Wooden ‘arrish’ rake
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Chain from Marconi’s Poldhu transmitter mast
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‘Best Crimea Set of Blowpipe Apparatus’
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Local Bank Notes
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