St. Austell

Saint Austell is a town located in Cornwall, in England. It is the largest town in Cornwall. The town dates back to 1189 and had its roots in agriculture but then later became a more industrial center due to its success in the mining of tin, copper and china clay. Students enrolled in...

Saint Austell is a town located in Cornwall, in England. It is the largest town in Cornwall. The town dates back to 1189 and had its roots in agriculture but then later became a more industrial center due to its success in the mining of tin, copper and china clay. Students enrolled in English school in Saint Austell will enjoy this small but busy market town. The Market House, the Holy Trinity Church, the White Hart and the Quaker Meeting Room are some of the oldest structures in the town. Be sure to visit the Wheal Martyn China Clay Heritage Centre to learn about the importance of the China Clay industry to the growth and development in the area. Visitors might also enjoy touring the Saint Austell Brewery. Tours are offered on a limited basis, so be sure to call in advance. Saint Austell is located just a few miles from the coast, so students taking English classes in Saint Austell might enjoy spending some time exploring the coast. Another interesting excursion for visitors to Saint Austell is a trip to view the Eden Project. Just 2 miles away, the Eden Project is an interesting facility with multiple greenhouses or biomes housing plants from all over the world. The facility is both an educational center, and the host to numerous events throughout the year. Students might also enjoy a visit to Saint Austell’s port, the harbor of Charlestown, a scenic fishing port. Students will enjoy their time living in and learning about this interesting town.