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Kresen Kernow ('Cornwall Centre') is home to the world's largest collection of documents, books, maps and photographs related to Cornwall's history.

Kresen Kernow is a state-of-the-art new archive centre built in the shell of the former Redruth Brewery. As well as 14 miles of shelving to store over 1.5 million of Cornwall's treasured archives, the centre has exhibition spaces, learning rooms and a digitisation suite. Visitors can carry out research, pop in and browse, or take part in the varied activity programme featuring workshops, courses and fun family events.

Your tour would include the secure strong rooms, home to the 14 miles of shelving, as well as a chance to browse the library and exhibitions.

Facilities

The building is fully accessible; there are lifts and automatic doors. Toilets are available including a Changing Places toilet. Wi-Fi is available throughout the building, so you can bring and use your own device.

There is an on-site cafe offering refreshments and lunch,

Getting there and parking

Kresen Kernow is situated on the edge of Redruth, just off the A30. There are six accessible parking spaces and limited free parking, but there are plenty of other car parks nearby. Please use public transport where possible. It is a 15-minute walk from Redruth railway station (with direct trains to London Paddington & from Penzance). Buses stop at Tesco Redruth (under 5 minutes' walk away). More information on their website or contact Christina Carson.