The museum has a permanent display of the history of Cornwall from the Stone Age to the present day, as well as the natural history of Cornwall, a world famous collection of minerals, a pre-eminent collection of ceramics. Cornwall's oldest private museum, the collection has over 5,000 items in 16 display areas and includes an extensive collection of photographs and information on people who have lived in the area. Some animals have nowhere left to live in the wild - we provide a sanctuary for them. Please contact the curator for details of the current exhibits at Mevagissey Museum. Our Museum, the nations foremost museum of cycling history is housed in an old Victorian Railway Station - A history of cycling from 1818.
Distances shown are in a direct line.
Distances by road will be longer. Set on a hilltop overlooking the picturesque harbour of St. Ives, the Tregenna Castle stands within acres of its own private estate. Rooms are spacious and some have panoramic views of the bay. Ideal for family holidays, weekend or golfing breaks.