Great Days Out

Beaches

Our favourite beach and one of the closest is Gwithian and across its 3 mile stretch encompasses Hayle, Towan and Godrevy which is also the home of a colony of seals. Visit Cornwall has details and a searching capability

Attractions and Adventure Parks

Fun filled days out for all the family at these great Cornish adventure parks and attractions.

• The Eden Project - A living theatre of plants and people and a botanical garden too – housing the largest rainforest in captivity.
• Flambards - Whatever you fancy doing, whatever the weather, the Flambards Experience is simply... The Best Day of the Week.
• Lands End - A place of natural beauty, legend and mystery with 6 superb attractions.
• Dairyland Farm World - Britain's leading farm attraction, rain or shine.
• Camel Creek Adventure Park - Family adventures, maze 40,000 sq ft undercover, meet the Swamp Monster and more.
• The Cornish Cyder Farm - Tractor rides, tastings, tours and friendly farm animals.

Poldark Locations

Spend a day exploring the coast and countryside featured in the Poldark TV series

• Porthgwarra - Secluded smugglers' cove
• Bottallack and Levant Mines - Cliff-top tin mines
• Church Cove - Popular sand beach on the Lizard
• Padstow - North Cornwall fishing harbour and town
• Bodmin Moor - Rugged wild upland moors
• St Agnes Head - Coastal walks and mining heritage

Zoos and Wildlife Sanctuaries

Spend a day close to Cornwall's wildlife, or visit exotic animals and birds from around the world.

• National Seal Sanctuary - Britain's busiest marine rescue centre.
• Elemental Tours - Cornwall's first wildlife watching eco company on land and sea.
• Blue Reef Aquarium - The ultimate undersea safari.
• Paradise Park - Cornwall's top wildlife sanctuary with jungle barn play.
• Newquay Zoo - Hundreds of animals in sub- tropical lakeside gardens.
• Cornwall Wildlife Trust - Learn about Cornish wildlife with a fun-packed Events Programme suitable for everyone.

Maritime Attractions

Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly have a rich maritime history; from explore everything from shipwrecks to pilchards.

• Shipwreck, Rescue and Heritage Centre - An insight into the history of Charlestown.
• National Maritime Museum - Discovery talks, hands on activities, creative workshops and waterside drinks plus much more.
• The Pilchard Works - A unique example of Cornwall's fishing industry.

Art Galleries and Theatres

Fantastic days out and evening entertainment for all the family.

• Tate St Ives - Exhibiting many famous St Ives artists such as Alfred Wallis, Barbara Hepworth, Bernard Leach and many more. There is an ever-changing exhibition throughout the year.
• Falmouth Art Gallery - Nominated for twelve national awards. Exhibiting a variety of works. Family friendly and free.
• Barbara Hepworth - Relax in a garden brought to life by her world-famous sculptures.
• Minack Theatre - A unique open-air theatre created from the cliff side at Porthcurno by Rowena Cade.
• Hall for Cornwall - A variety of performances from contemporary dance theatre to Stuart Little.