designated carparks. Cars Motorbikes • fitabellanduseit–don’t surprisepeople • remember thatsomepeoplecannothearorseewell– • becareful atjunctions,bendsandentrances • beprepared toslowdownorstopifnecessary • pleasedon’t expecttousethepathsathighspeeds • givewaytowalkers,wheelchairusersandhorseriders Cyclists protect thetrailsurface. other users,andatnomore thanatrot atanytimeto Horse riders under closecontrol andclearupanymess. Walkers particularly youngfamiliesandpeopleinwheelchairs. To allusers Code ofConduct don’t assumethattheycan and leavethemplentyofroom – ifyouneedtobringyourcarpleaseparkin . You can . You – ifyouare walkingwithadogpleasekeepit – pleasebeconsideratetootherusers – are notpermittedonanytraffic-free trails. – pleaseproceed atawalkwhenpassing Sustrans 0845 113 Eden Project, Lanhydrock Eden Project, Jail 01208 76292, Bodmin to Eden Project 9 miles Bodmin to Eden Project Cycle, walk or horse-ride. Bodmin to the Eden Project Mode Length Information Centre Tourist Bodmin 01208 76616 01208 872 207 Bike Hire Bodmin Bike Shop 01208 73192 Attractions Camel Trail (National Trust), All maps in this leaflet: © Crown copyright. All maps in this leaflet: © Crown Sustrans. All rights reserved Licence No: 100019713. May 2007. the National Cycle links to and from are The Clay Trails Please Network, all forming part of the . see overleaf for details of the Clay Trails. The map to the left shows the rail stations and bus stops and bus the rail stations to the left shows The map and bus and car parks. For all your rail hire as well as bike or www.travelinesw.com Traveline: information contact 0870 608 2608. the maps show National Route 3 and The maps below Clay Trail. overleaf show each individual By Bike and Foot which is a the Cornishfrom links to and Way are The Clay Trails Cycle along National Route part of the National Cycle Network. two maps below. Bodmin or . See the 3 from call For maps such as the Cornish Way, 0065 or Council 01872 222 000 County accessible. Steeper wheelchair are All Trails bikes locally. hire a gradient arrow. marked on the maps with parts are By Rail buses can be caught onward Arrive at St Austell station where Par Beach or to the Eden Project. to points on the Clay Trails can be can be accessed by using Par Station. Bugle Trail Trail accessed by using the branch line. By Bus or to the Eden Project. by bus to points on the Clay Trails Travel By Car Use designated car parks to access the Clay Trails or the Eden Project. The Trails are easily accessible by public transport by public easily accessible are The Trails more aboutSustransandhowtosupportuspleasecallorvisit: Cornish WayCornish alsoformspartoftheNationalCycleNetwork. festivals, museumsandahostofothervisitorattractions.The landscapes, historictownsandvillages,sandybeaches,local organisations: following support ofthe possible bythe have beenmade The ClayTrails Partners partners. charity, withthesupportofover450localauthoritiesandother ordinated bySustrans,theUK’s leadingsustainabletransport lanes ortraffic-calmed roads. TheNationalCycleNetworkisco- Network, onethird ofwhichistraffic-free, therest followsquiet to cyclethroughout theUK.Millionsofpeoplelivenearto from theNationalCycleNetwork,aNetworkofattractiveplaces The ClayTrails Way are partoftheCornish andare linkstoand The NationalCycleNetwork Clay workers1905©ChinaCountryPark.OtherphotographsSustrans. If youenjoytheClayTrails andare interested inlearning For further maps, guides and more information on cycling in Cornwall: For furthermaps,guidesandmore informationoncyclinginCornwall: Cornwall CountyCouncil Cornwall Cover photographbyRichard Smit'sbook‘Eden’. Kalinafrom Tim 0845 1130065 www.sustrans.org.uk Sustrans Tel www.claytrails.co.uk www.visitcornwall.co.uk there issomuchtobeenjoyed...distinctive mobility-impaired. Whateveryouchoosetodo routes are alsoaccessibletohorseridersandthe that connectBudetoLandsEnd.Manyoff-road quiet ruralroads andtraffic-free off-road routes fantastic countryside.Itisanetworkofmainly WayCornish isagreat waytoexplore Cornwall’s over200milesofinter-linkingWith Trails The WayThe Cornish Registered charitynumber326550 0845 1130065 Photography credits: Tel 01872222000 www.sustrans.org.uk www.cornwall.gov.uk

St Austell Brewery, Eden Project, St Austell Brewery, St Austell to Eden Project 3 miles St Austell to Eden Project Cycle, walk or horse-ride. Mevagissey to St Austell and the Eden Project Mode Length Centres Information Tourist St Austell 0870 445 0244 Mevagissey 0870 443 2928 Bike Hire Barlows Cycles, St Austell 01726 73117 01726 844 242 Cycle Hire Pentewan Valley Attractions of Heligan, China Clay Country Lost Gardens Park

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CORNWALL ROUTE MAP Great for cycling Great Great for walking Great Great for a family day out Great Eden Project, Eden Project, China Clay Country Par Beach, Jungle Cycle Hire, 4 miles 5 miles 3 miles Cycle, walk or horse-ride. Cycle, walk Cycle, walk or horse-ride. Cycle or walk to . Cycle or walk to St Blazey. Bugle to the Eden Project Eden to the Bugle of the heathland Bugle through village of old mining the From and lakes past the tranquil woods weaves this Trail Downs, Treskilling scenic views and chances many and offers landscape of the restored wildlife. to observe Mode Length Attractions Cafe at start of trail Bike hire 01726 852 204 Bugle Tel: Length Attractions Park, Eden Project to the Eden Project the leads you through This Trail unique landscapes of the clay woodland and From country. heathland in abandoned valleys to stunning views over active mines the history of the china clay industry is laid out under your feet. Mode Par Beach to St Blazey 1830s. China clay was Par was developed as a minerals port in the local leads you through the globe. This Trail to all around here shipped from estuary to St Blazey. towns as well as the marshes of the old river Mode Join a walking only footpath to the (this is not a Clay Trail) route The entire Eden Project. is unsuitable for horse-riding. Length Attractions Park and Local St Andrews Reserve Nature

China Clay Leave the traffic behind The story of China Clay began with the Industrial Revolution in which Cornwall was to play a significant role. 120 million tons of China Clay have been produced since seen today. You can take the Trails at your own pace, Whether you cycle, walk or horse ride, these William Cookworthy’s first discovery of clay at Tregonning tranquil, mostly traffic-free Trails, 3 – 5 miles and because they are surfaced they are accessible all Hill, in 1746. long are perfect for you and your family. Explore year round. Cornwall’s Clay Country on the Bugle, Wheal Today China Clay is Cornwall’s most important extractive The Trails connect with local towns, bus stops, railway industry and you will see various sites along the Clay Trails Martyn and the Par Beach Trails. The Wheal stations and with National Route 3 of the National Cycle that Imerys Minerals Ltd use in the China Clay mining Martyn and the Bugle Trails both lead to the Network, part of the Cornish Way linking Bodmin and St process. A majority of the clay is exported through the Eden Project too. Austell. local port of .

Did you know that China Clay has many uses today: You’ll discover the stunning colours of mica dams, This leaflet is a guide to the Trails, which are all clearly Paper, ceramics, paint, rubber, pharmaceuticals, crayons peaceful lakes, clay tip peaks reaching to the sky and sign-posted. So plan your day and enjoy your time in this and pencils, toothpaste and cosmetics. how the china clay industry has shaped the landscape fantastic part of Cornwall. The environment The Clay Trails would not exist without the generosity of Imerys Minerals Ltd in allowing their land to be used in making these Trails possible. Imerys is the world’s largest Clay workers 1905 producer of China Clay. The China Clay industry is part of mid Cornwall’s heritage. The Clay Trails are a key part of Imerys’ large-scale restoration programme. In partnership with English Nature, Imerys is working to provide valuable new habitats for flora and fauna as well as providing a new resource for local people and visitors.

The recycled mining materials used for the Trails have been kindly donated by Imerys. • Recycled materials sourced through ReMaDe Kernow • Shelters and seating by Abeysmallcombe • Stone carving and writing by C F Piper and Son

Eden entry Did you know that you can skip the Eden Project entry queues by going through their fast track system if you arrive by bike, foot, rail or Truronian bus? If you arrive on bike or foot you’ll also get a £4 discount*. Plenty of cycle storage is located only a short walk from the main entrance and you can leave your belongings in a secure locker for free.

* at time of writing.