Explore the
connected world
Museum of Global Communications
Museum of Global Communications
Discover a museum experience that explores the amazing story of our connected world, and how a tranquil valley in Cornwall became host to the past, present and future of worldwide communications.
What’s on at PK
EventBritish Science Week 2023
British Science Week is a celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths, discover how you can take part and celebrate at PK!
EventPlanet PK Champions: How Deep is the Ocean?
Dive into the depths of the ocean and discover what lies beneath with our latest Planet PK Champions Session!
EventEaster at PK Porthcurno
Discover our range of free events and activities over the Easter holidays. Join us for craft events, Mini PK tours and more!
Plan your visit
Make the most of your experience at PK Porthcurno with our handy guide. Find out opening times, how to find us and more.
The PK Experience
Explore the science that made global communications possible, from the first undersea telegraph cables brought ashore at Porthcurno 150 years ago to the fascinating world of fibre optics. Discover how today’s digital communications are changing the world forever.
Porthcurno Valley
Porthcurno, or ‘PK’ as it is known in telegraphic code, owes its unique heritage to the arrival of the first undersea telegraph cable in 1870. Learn more about PK’s extraordinary story and discover what else this amazing valley has to offer.