Albaston facts for kids

Albaston (which is called Trevalba in the Cornish language) is a small village, also known as a hamlet, located in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is part of the civil parish of Calstock.

Where is Albaston?

Albaston is found about 1 mile (2 kilometres) from the center of Gunnislake. It's also only about half a mile (0.7 kilometres) from Gunnislake railway station. This station is an important stop on the Tamar Valley Line, which connects to Plymouth.

Albaston's Past

In the past, Albaston was very closely linked to a nearby mine called Drakewalls. When the Drakewalls mine became very successful in the late 1700s and early 1800s, the village of Albaston grew a lot. More buildings were put up, including a Methodist church, several shops, homes, and other businesses. A company that made drinks, called Edward Bowhay & Brothers, started in Albaston by 1877, but it closed down by 1930.

What's in Albaston Today?

The village has a Methodist church, which is known as Tamar Valley Methodist Church. This church first opened its doors in 2001.

There's also a place called The Old Post Office House. It used to be a post office, but now it's rented out as a holiday home. It can fit up to nine people, making it a good spot for families or groups visiting the area.

Famous People from Albaston

A well-known Christian leader named Thomas Ball Barratt was born in Albaston in 1862. His father was an engineer who worked in mines. Thomas moved to Norway when his father started working at a mine there. Later in his life, Thomas Ball Barratt became the person who started the Pentecostal movement in Norway.

See also

In Spanish: Albaston para niños