Here you will find a comprehensive list of outdoor play areas and anything related to outside play by county. This could include rope bridges, climbing frames and pools in Cornwall. We provide information on outdoor play areas by county, city or by activity.
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Crealy Great Adventure Park Cornwall - Wadebridge
With exciting new attractions, dash to Cornwall’s Crealy Great Adventure Park. Swoop and soar on the Morgawr roller coaster, splash down Raging Rivers, brave The Beast or dare The Giant Twister. Plus for rainy days, dive into 45,000 sq feet of indoor play with a labyrinth of mazes, ball pools, rope ladders and aerial glides. With wild...
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Flambards - Helston
Flambards is more than just a Theme Park! Established nearly 30 years ago as the Cornwall Aircraft Park the Flambards Experience is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Cornwall. Not only does the Theme Park host the best thrill rides in Cornwall, but also the Flambards Victorian Village and Britain in the Blitz indoor tourist...
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Newquay Zoo
Discover hundreds of the world’s most amazing animals, living among our beautiful gardens at Newquay Zoo. One of Cornwall’s most exciting visitor attractions in the heart of Newquay, it’s a place to roam, discover, learn and get in touch with nature. Newquay Zoo is a registered charity and supports a number of projects in the UK...
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Dairyland Farm World - Newquay
Welcome to DairyLand Farm World - Cornwall Tourist Board Family Attraction of the Year 2004. Massive indoor play area to keep the kids busy :). Enjoy the fun of an all weather attraction providing entertainment for all ages - So much more for the whole family to enjoy... rain or shine. Come and enjoy the fun of an all-weather attraction,...
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Newquay Waterworld
Two Superb Pools 25m Swimming Pool with 6 lanes - 29 degrees Depth -0.9 m - 3.5m Tropical Fun Pool with water cannon, tipper, slides, erupting volcano, flumes, spitting snakes & large snake floatie. Fun pool temperature is 30.5 degrees ...
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National Seal Sanctuary - Gweek
The Sanctuary started in the winter of 1958 when a baby seal, only a few hours old, was washed up on the beach at St Agnes. Ken Jones lived with his wife just one hundred yards from the beach, he picked up the pup and took it back to his small garden. For many years he ran a rescue centre for seals and oiled birds, with just one pool, at...
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The Mighty Oak Tree Climbing Co - St.Columb
At last an activity for everyone which is fun, safe, non-competitive, gets you closer to nature and can be done almost anywhere there’s a suitable tree! TREE CLIMBING? (I did that as a child !) Recreational tree climbing is a whole new way of tree climbing. Sometimes known as technical tree climbing, it involves using a rope and...
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Land's End - Penzance
Welcome to Land's End Encounter excitement and experience enjoyment in our four pay-as-you-go attractions including: Greeb Farm, Arthur’s Quest, The 4D Film Experience and the new for 2015 Aardman presents: The Shaun the Sheep Experience It's a memory you'll cherish forever - arriving like so many generations before you at one of the...
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Eden Project - Bodelva
More than just a green theme park, then? Eden is about connecting plants, people and places. We are a living demonstration of regeneration and we aim to reconnect people with their environments locally and globally. We don't have all the answers, we don't want to tell others what to think; what we do is invite people to explore their world afresh....
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Lanhydrock - Bodmin
Magnificent late Victorian country house with extensive servants' quarters, gardens and wooded estate Stunning seventeenth-century gatehouse and long gallery The ultimate 19th-century 'Upstairs/Downstairs' experience Fabulous collection of spring-flowering magnolias and bluebell woods Adventure playground, with wobbly bridge, scramble...
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Newquay Blue Reef Aquarium
Situated on Towan Beach in the centre of Newquay, opposite the famous island, the Blue Reef Aquarium is a stunning visit.Be amazed by the local marine species from the Cornish coast to hundreds of tropical species in the gigantic ocean display complete with underwater tunnel. Opening TimesOpen daily from 10am Last AdmissionMarch - October...
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Coast 2 Coast Karting
Coast 2 Coast Karting siutuated in Hayle Cornwall provides outdoor karting for all the family aged 8 and above (who are also over 1.27m tall). Their fleet is made up of 3 different types of high powered kart including the Twin Engined Pro Kart that has 2 x Tuned 160cc Engines: More than enough to fulfil the average munchkin's need for speed! ...
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Chysauster Ancient Village - Penzance
This Iron Age settlement was originally occupied almost 2,000 years ago. The village consisted of eight stone-walled homesteads known as ‘courtyard houses’, found only on the Land’s End peninsula and the Isles of Scilly. The houses line a ‘village street’, and each had an open central courtyard surrounded by a number...
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Launceston Castle
Set on a large natural mound, Launceston Castle dominates the surrounding landscape. Begun soon after the Norman Conquest, its focus is an unusual keep consisting of a 13th-century round tower built by Richard of Cornwall, inside an earlier circular shell-keep. Within, the large central chamber is now reached via a dark corridor. The castle long...
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Pendennis Castle - Falmouth
Constructed between 1540 and 1545, Pendennis and its sister St Mawes Castle form the Cornish end of the chain of coastal castles built by Henry VIII to counter a threat from France and Spain. Thereafter Pendennis was frequently adapted to face new enemies over 400 years, right through until World War II. In 1598, during Elizabeth I’s reign,...
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Restormel Castle - Lostwithiel
The great 13th-century circular shell-keep of Restormel still encloses the principal rooms of the castle in remarkably good condition. It stands on an earlier Norman mound surrounded by a deep dry ditch, atop a high spur beside the River Fowey. Twice visited by the Black Prince, it finally saw action during the Civil War in 1644. It commands...
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St Mawes Castle
The best preserved and most elaborately decorated of Henry VIII’s coastal fortresses, St Mawes was built to counter invasion threats from France and Spain. Its counterpart was Pendennis, on the other side of the Fal estuary (see p.108). The clover-leaf shaped fort fell easily to landward attack by Parliamentarian forces in 1646, and was not...
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Tintagel Castle
With its spectacular location on one of Britain’s most dramatic coastlines, Tintagel is an awe-inspiring and romantic spot, a place of legends. Joined to the mainland by a narrow neck of land, Tintagel Island faces the full force of the Atlantic. On the mainland itself, the gaunt remains of the medieval castle represent only one phase in a...
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Charlestown Shipwreck & Heritage Centre - ST AUSTELL
The Shipwreck and historical artefacts on display in the centre are the largest private collection of this type on public display in Europe. Brought together over the last 45 to 50 years, it forms the basis of one of the most unusual and interesting collections open to the public. The many and varied exhibitions reflect village life in...
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Lusty Glaze Adventure Centre - Newquay
Lusty Glaze is a unique leisure and education complex in Newquay, on the north coast of Cornwall. As well as being a popular beach for locals and holiday makers, this Cornish cove is home to a family of thriving businesses specialising in adventure, education, training, accommodation and catering. Surfing, Coasteering, Climbing, Abseiling...
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Dweezil's Adventure Centre - Penryn
Dweezils operate a creche/indoor play area for children aged 2-5yrs in the Asda store. It is particularly good to use during termtime 10am-3pm as the weekends gets a little busier. They have specially trained nursery nurses and are ofsted registered
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Tate - St Ives
Tate Modern is the the UK's national gallery of international modern art. Located in St, Ives, Liverpool and London,. The Collection comprises the national collection of British art from the year 1500 to the present day, and of international modern art.
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Holywell Bay Fun Park - Newquay
Holywell Bay Fun Park is well known as one of Cornwall’s friendliest attractions for action, thrills, brilliant value for money and family fun. Ride, slide, splash and spin –the huge variety of attractions for the whole family now includes 2- seater Kiddy Karts, Formula 1 Go-Karts, Star Cars for potential junior world champions,...
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Goonhilly Satellite Earth Station Experience - Helston
Set in the dramatic landscape of the Lizard Peninsula Goonhilly Satellite Earth Station rises up from the heathland. Goonhilly was once the world's largest earth station with over 60 dishes pointing into space, but now houses the unique Future World attraction. Goonhilly was responsible for sending and receiving millions of telephone calls, TV...
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Monkey Sanctuary - Looe
The Monkey Sanctuary Trust is a unique environmental charity dedicated to: * Promoting the welfare, conservation and survival of primates. * Working to end the primate trade and abuse of primates in captivity. * Conserving natural habitats through education and...
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Springfields Fun Park & Pony Centre - Newquay
More than a great day out - a wonderful childhood experience. An action packed day for all the family with acres of space to run and play. Whatever the weather our giant indoor Play Barn and under cover activities mean there is always plenty to do. Ponies,Ponies and more Ponies, We have lots of ponies that can be ridden, groomed, or will take you...
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Hidden Valley Discovery Park - Launceston
Hidden Valley Discovery Park is a country park that is a real adventure for all the whole family. From the team building Crystal Challenges and the Vault; to the tranquility of lakes and forest walks. ride on miniature trains, take the mysterious secret fountain and a beech hedge maze. Open everyday from 18th May - 25th September Explore...
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Raze The Roof - PENRYN
Kid's fun at it's best! Here is something for the whole family from tiny tots to adults. Kids love to play in our mega play frame, Slides, climbing wall, ball cannons, astro glide and tiny tots explore too, in their own safe space. 3 birthday party rooms with amazing themes to choose from complete with your own party host for maximum fun and...
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KidzWorld - St. Austell
Have you got the nerve to climb the Giant Tower that goes right above the roof, or do you think you can survive the Death Slide! Dare you - it's scary! You can race your friends on the Giant Astroslide, and Mums & Dads can have a go too. Visit - Shipwreck Island. Our fabulous themed Pirate Experience with shooting galleries and remote control...
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Poldark Mine - Helston
Follow in the footsteps of 18th Century Cornish Tin Miners on the Most Atmospheric Mine Tour in Britain Poldark Mine is a FREE ENTRY site with something for all the family The site of tin production from prehistory until 1886 The first recorded site of a Tin Stamps Complete 18th Century Tin Mine Now Unique Geology The only Cornish Beam...
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Geevor Tin Mine - Penzance
The largest preserved mining site in the UK. In the far west of Cornwall, on the Atlantic Coast. Here Cornwall's mining history comes to life Until 1990 Geevor was a working mine, now a museum, with many surface buildings, a guided underground tour through 18th / 19th century workings, a shop and a cafe Geevor opened as a Museum and...
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Bodmin & Wenford Railway - Bodmin
Welcome to the Bodmin & Wenford Railway! This railway is Cornwall's only standard gauge railway still operated by steam locomotives and the trains run through some delightful Cornish scenery. The Railway is typical of a branch line in the 1950's. Great Western steam tank engines are the main locomotives to be seen here but diesel...
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World of Model Railways - Mevagissey
The World of Model Railways is one of Cornwall's premier tourist attractions, with one of the best model shops in the South-West of England. The Exhibitions Our OO gauge Main Layout has over 30 trains travelling through varied landscapes including town, country, seaside and even an Alpine Winter. The 'Junior Junction' childrens'...
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Lappa Valley Steam Railway - Newquay
Fun for all the family - Start your journey into the unique historic setting of the Lappa Valley on one of our famous steam trains. once inside the park you will find a further two railways to enjoy along with a whole host of exciting family friendly activities. In the unique historic setting of the Lappa Valley you will find loads of fun things...
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Trenhayle Adventure Park & Maize Maze - Hayle
Trenhayle Adventure Park and Maize Maze in Hayle is a 7 acre maize maze with quiz boards, bridges, viewing towers and miles of pathways. As well as the huge Maize Maze with a fun quiz trail, the family can also enjoy Trenhayle Adventure Park's large outdoor play area with crazy golf, go karts, trampolines, assault course, tractor rides,...
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Tumbletopia - World of Stones - Wadebridge
The attraction is centred around the Tumbletopia cave. The floor of the cave is covered with thousands of polished gem stones which visitors can collect and take home with them. How will you choose ? - the prettiest, the most valuable or simply those that you are most drawn towards. After this you can visit Prospect Place - an old time Western...
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Loggans Moor - Hayle
PLAYZONE - (Indoor Play Building) OPENING TIMES Sunday - Friday 12noon - 8pm. Saturday 12noon - 9pm. PARTY PACKAGES From £5.99 per child. CHARGES Playtime: FREE to play. Note: At busy times such as school holidays: £2.00 per child per hour. We have the only indoor play area for...
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The Old Inn - Penzance
The Old Inn is a charming village pub dating back to 1751. With a warm welcome and lovely atmosphere, this family run pub is well furnished and offers high quality home cooked food at value for money prices. The pub was formerly two cottages and was taken over by St. Austell brewery in 1935. Easily accessible, just off the A30,...
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Bear Feet Play Zone - Truro
• Open 9am-6.00pm 6 DAYS A WEEK 10am-4pm Sundays, for children age birth to 12 years, 8000 sq ft of fantastic FUN. • Large Play Frame including large Astra Slide and Tube Slide • Ball Pit with Ball Volcano, Large seperate sports area. • Seperate Baby and Toddler areas for under 4's and dedicated baby changing facilities. •...
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Pirate Pete's Soft play - Newquay
Purpose built, we have an area for big kids 5-12 years and a dedicated toddler area for those under 5. Dont forget to keep an eye out for Pirate Pete, our resort mascot as well. We have a busy summer activity schedule and Pete can be found at Check-In, in the play centre, playing Pirate Golf and more! Local charges do apply for our soft play...
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Paradise Park and JungleBarn - Hayle
Paradise Park was established in Hayle, Cornwall in 1973 as a tropical bird garden, and since then otters, red pandas, native red squirrels and the rare Cornish Chough can all be seen here. Our ‘Fun Farm’ is a favourite with children, and daily events bring visitors closer to the wildlife. The Park is set around a Victorian walled...
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Porfell Wildlife Park & Sanctuary - Liskeard
Where the peace and tranquility of the Cornish countryside combines with the exotic world of wild animals A zoo with a difference! Porfell is home to zoo animals needing a home for life. In the park, you will get up close and personal to exotic animals including Ring-tailed lemurs, Ostrichs, Zebra and Meerkats. Mac is a coatimundi...
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Museum of Witchcraft - Boscastle
The Museum of Witchcraft in Boscastle, Cornwall, houses the world's largest collection of witchcraft related artefacts and regalia. The museum has been located in Boscastle for fifty years and is amongst Cornwall's most popular museums. Please browse around our museum online where you can see a virtual tour of some of the museum items...
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Wheal Martyn Museum and Country Park - St Austell
The UK's only China Clay Museum plus so much more... 26 acre Country Park with woodland walks Tools and machinery that will enthral all ages Interactive displays bring the story to life Cornwall's largest working waterwheel A chance to see modern mining in action at pit view! Children's challenge trail and play area Great...
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Ships and Castles Fun Pool - Falmouth
Facilities include: free-form leisure pool Open daily throughout the year for family fun with: 70 metre flume rapid river ride ridewave machine jacuzzis plus swim school - full lesson programme fitness suite - full cardio & resistance...
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The Splash - Bude
Activities at Splash Enjoy an all year round tropical atmosphere featuring a 33 metre, 5 lane swimming pool, with wave machine and flume. Spectators can also eat at the Beachcomber Cafe on poolside. The Splash is an exceptionally popular leisure attraction which offers a general Waves Session for all the family with the thrill of the wave machine...
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Oasis Fun Pool - Newquay
The Oasis Fun Pools in Newquay is the ideal attraction for the whole family whatever the weather! With its amazing indoor and outdoor pools you will have fabulous fun. Three Fabulous Flumes The Hendra River Rapid Ride Fountains & Waterfall The Giant Tap Toddlers Area with slide
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Carnglaze Caverns & The Rum Store - Liskeard
Carnglaze Slate Caverns Open All Year for self guided tours underground 3 Gigantic Caverns with stunning Subterranean Lake 6.5 Acres of Ancient Woodland with an exceptional walk An Enchanted Dell starts a children's Counting Game Concerts Underground ~ Classical to Rock Weddings in 4 locations ...
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St Eval Kart Circuit - Wadebridge
We like to have fun! Located on the North Cornwall Coast (between Padstow and Newquay), St. Eval Kart Racing Circuit is the culmination of 12 years planning and construction and as a result is the Largest, Fastest and Most Exciting race circuit in the South West. The circuit has been very carefully designed with the assistance of some...
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St Michael's Mount - Marazion
Explore the amazing island world of St Michael’s Mount and discover legend, myth and over a thousand years of incredible history… Stroll across the causeway where a legendary giant once walked. Follow the footsteps of pilgrims. Boat hop to an island where modern life meets layers of history. Discover a medieval castle, a sub-tropical...
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Cardinham Woods - Bodmin
Of the several trails in Cardinham Woods The Lady Vale Walk is probably the best one from which to view the Autumn Colours. Cardinham is a mixed wood, with areas of native woodland including oak, rowan, alder, and willow, and stands of beech. Autumn is also a good time of year to spot deer, see birds in the bare trees, find hazelnuts and...
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Mount Edgcumbe Country Park - Torpoint
Mount Edgcumbe House is the former home of the Earls of Mount Edgcumbe. Set in Grade I Cornish Gardens within 865 acres Country Park on the Rame Peninsula, South East Cornwall. Whether you are searching for a venue for a family outing or group visit, enthused by the magnificent Grade I Cornish gardens and famous historic house,...
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Trethorne Leisure Park - Launceston
The Leisure Park has endless opportunities for fun and games. There is a programme of activities throughout the day, allowing customers to ride ponies, bottle feed lambs, hand milk cows, and stroke the animals. Children will be entertained for hours at our family...
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Polperro Model Village - Polperro
Take a glimpse into the past - here are seven different stories of legends and superstitions from Cornish folklore to enchant you. Myth or truth - you decide. Also a chance to meet Merlin the Wizard, and to see his magic. A Replica of Polperro As you walk through into the Model Village, you enter a true village in minature. You will see many of...
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Lost Gardens of Heligan - St Austell
At the end of the nineteenth century its thousand acres were at their zenith, but only a few years later bramble and ivy were already drawing a green veil over this “Sleeping Beauty”. After decades of neglect, the devastating hurricane of 1990 should have consigned the Lost Gardens of Heligan to a footnote in history. ...
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Cornwall Gold - Redruth
Free admission | Free parking | Dog friendly Open 10am to 4pm (3:30pm for the Cornish Pantry). Enjoy a world of wonderful surprises - Lovely jewellery, an ancient tin mill, delicious Cornish food and fun for the kids, set in 18 acres of beautiful Cornish landscape. For the young creative minds we recommend Create & Paint and the Bear...
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Adventure International Ltd - Bude
Adventure International has a wealth of facilities at its disposal. These range from the on-site facilities which are second to none, including the 60ft purpose built climbing wall with last seasons brand new bouldering wall, through the fantastic high ropes course to the astro-turf sports surface. Then on to the off-site facilities just a stones...
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Bombadinga's Cafe Pirate Soft Play - Redruth
SOFT PLAY CAFE AND ADVENTURES At Bombadinga's we have something for all the family! Bombadingas Play Frame A bright, and secure indoor Pirate themed soft play facility for under 9's. Including new separate baby area and separate toddler interactive area Skullduggery Laser-Tag Arena A state of the art, Pirate themed indoor laser tag experience...
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Highway Farm Activity Centre - Redruth
Highway Farm Outdoor Activity Centre Cornwall is managed by Martin Besford & Jane Neill, and has now been open since April 03. The centre is situated in Four Lanes, Redruth, near to the north Cornish coast line. We have a purpose built Activity Centre which was completed at the beginning of the summer 2006. It incorporates disabled...
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The Lizard Childrens Centre - Helston
Sessions are open to all children including those with additional needs. Judi, Nicky and Cheryl plan a wide range of fun activities for you to enjoy with your children. health Visitors and familiy supprt workers drop in to offer support when needed. We look forward to meeting you and your children
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The Playzone - St. Ives
Explore our extensive soft adventure playground... get dizzy on the corkscrew slide ...go for a tumble in the ball pools ...hang on tight and dare the swing-over chasm ...dodge the bish bash pendulums ...speed down the hyper slide ...and so much more!! If that’s not enough then travel...
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The Tamar Valley Donkey Park - Gunnislake
FUN FOR ALL WITH OUR DONKEYS, GOATS, SHEEP, PIGS, RABBITS & GUINEA PIGS TO FEED & PET HOLLY’S CAFÉ FOR HOT & COLD MEALS & CORNISH CREAM TEAS - SEE THE MENU DONKEY BAZAAR GIFT SHOP FOR DONKEY GIFTS WITH OUR HUGE INDOOR PLAY BARN YOU CAN VISIT US WHATEVER THE WEATHER TO MEET THE DONKEYS AND OTHER ANIMALS AS WELL AS SOFT...
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Indoor Active
A fantastic new 4 storey soft play centre for children aged 1-11years. With cafe, baby changing facilities and 3 hours FREE parking. Cornwall's first ever Clip n Climb centre is also situated at Indoor Active for everyone aged 4 years plus! Soft Play at Cornwall Services This May sees the arrival of a brand new leisure offer at Cornwall...
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Bowman Yacht Charters Cornwall
Family sailing experience day trips around Falmouth Bay, St Just, St Mawes, St. Mawes Castle, St. Anthonys Head, Mylor, Restronguet, Feock, Trelissick House, River Fal, Greatwood, Pendennis. The Lizard, Penzance, Coverack, Helford River, Fowey, Looe, Mevagissey and The Isles of Scilly If you are looking to relax and enjoy cruising in comfort...
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Stithians Lake Country Park
Stithians Lake in Cornwall offers a variety of activities on the water. There is certainly plenty to do at this scenic lake including walking and cycling, a children's play area and a family friendly cafe popular with walkers, families and folks just enjoying the view. Admission: Prices vary on activity and equipment. Equipment...
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Wingz Bird and Animal Sanctuary - Tresmill
Wingz Bird and Animal Sanctuary was the brain child of Grenville Allen built using his own private collection of birds and animals. For your kids to enjoy and study helping in the conservation of a large variety of creatures Admission: Adults £6 Children 3yrs to 16yrs £4 Senior/Disabled/Carer £5 Family (2 adults and up to 3...
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Carruan Farm Centre
Calf Pen Soft Play Barn & Pirate Ship Farm Animals Cuddle Corner Pedal Go Karts* Crazy Football* Indoor Big Bale Assault Course* Farmer’s Tennis* Croquet* Sheep Racing* Tractor & Trailer Tours*# Sheepdogs in Action* ...
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The Cornish Camel Ctr
A selection of camels to view or ride so don't get the hump and let the kids learn how to ride a camel ;). The Camel Centre is a farm with a difference. As well as Welsh black cattle and sheep this organic farm is home to a hard of Bactrian camels. It is licensed for weddings and offers holiday accomodation.
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Cornish Birds Of Prey Centre
We at The Cornish Birds of Prey Centre are a family partnership of four people, Kelly, Andy, Kath and Mick. Mick, Kath and daughter Kelly Browne moved from Orpington, Kent to Bideford, Devon in 1999 where Kelly met her now husband falconer Andy Grigg. Andy comes from Buckfastleigh, Devon and has been passionate about birds from a...
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National Maritime Museum - Falmouth
A fantastic day out with towers, ships, history of maritime, tidal flow info and much more to see and learn. The Museum is open every day of the year from 10am - 5pm, except Christmas Day and Boxing Day. The Bartlett Library is open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm. - See more at: ...
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Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
Porthcurno Telegraph Museum is now closed for development work. We are installing new visitor facilities, including a new cafe, and exciting new exhibitions. We look forward to welcoming you back in summer 2014. The technology behind communication has changed the world. Mobiles, fibre optics, the World Wide Web, radio and television would...
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Jubilee Pool
First opened in May 1935, Cornwall's much loved art deco lido the Jubilee Pool is located between the promenade and harbour in Penzance and is the UK's largest remaining seawater lido. The pool recently suffered significant damage during the storms of February 2014, and it is now uncertain whether it will open for the 2014 season. You can...
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Dragon Leisure Centre
Our six-lane heated indoor pool is of the highest standard and includes a flume, learner pool and spectator facilities. Children under 4 years of age must be accompanied by an adult in the swimming pool at a 1:1 ratio whilst children over 4 years of age but under 8 years must be accompanied at a minimum ratio of 1:2 (one adult to two ...
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GO BANANAS - Redruth
The first and only fully inflatable children’s indoor play area in the UK based in sunny Cornwall this fully inflatable adventure play for 1 – 12 year olds, where there is endless excitement and laughter with wall-wall bouncing fun to keep your kids active, happy and healthy ! This fantastic children’s indoor play...
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One2eleven Play Ctr - Helston
Main Arena From air bursting ball swamps, cannon shooters, slides, tunnels, rope walkways and swings you and your child will find it difficult to choose which path to take! Discover the different obstacles with exciting twists and turns in this fantastic soft play. Toddler Arena With comfy seating positioned around the toddler area, you...
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Ozzell Bowl
Ozzell Bowl has much to offer: with our 8 newly refurbished MAD lanes, a brand new children's soft play area, a well stocked bar with drinks promotions all year round, their food bar offering quick convenient food, arcade games, pool tables, air hockey, free Wi-Fi, welcoming staff and a great membership package to suit everyone. Ozzell Bowl also...
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Buccaneer Bay
Buccaneer Bay, now known as Pirates' Quest housed in the historic old Newquay Theatre provides a unique theatrical experience for families with live pirates! Explore the 8 different sections of the bay including Smugglers Cove, the Land of Legend and even go on board and below deck on the Buccaneer itself. If you dare, there is also the Sunken...
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BF Adventure
On 60 acres of land including three former granite quarries we offer exciting outdoor activities such as Abseiling, Rock Climbing, Archery, Canoeing, Zip wire and lots of fun games and challenges in and around our Adventure quarry. Holiday Adventure Days for Children Come and join us for a full day of fun and try exciting activities like...
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Daphne du Mauriers Smugglers Museum
Daphne du Mauriers Smugglers Museum Probably the finest collection of smuggling artefacts in the country, featuring 'The History Of Jamaica Inn' an educational and historical theatre show that recounts many of the myths and legends associated with Jamaica Inn and Cornwall including tales of wreckers and smugglers over the past 300 years. ...
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Hangloose Adventures
Hangloose Adventures at the edge of The Eden Project are waiting to give you the thrill of a lifetime, whichever activity you choose! - or take a superhero combo ticket and do the lot! Eek! The Giant Cliff Swing will have you at 'hello': suspended 19m in the air on the edge of a cliff, you'll enjoy a hefty swoop at 50 mph, leaning out over a...
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Atlantic Pursuits
At Atlantic Pursuits swap the boredom for the buzz and try out a new adrenaline hobby, with no experience or superhero fitness required and full tuition supplied with a smile. You know those things you always said you wanted to try? Try them now! Activities they offer include Kayaking, Canadian Canoeing, Boogie Boarding and Surfing! The most...
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Siblyback Lake Country Park
Siblyback Lake is surrounded by the striking Bodmin Moor offering a wide range of activities both on and off the water. There is plenty to do at this scenic lake including miles of walks, cycle trails, children's play areas and a cafe overlooking the water. Admission: Prices vary on activity and equipment. Equipment hire starts...
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National Lobster Hatchery
The National Lobster Hatchery is a marine conservation, research and education charity with a modern Visitors' Centre where, through smart interactive displays, you and the kids can learn all about the importance of sustainability and responsible marine management. It's very educational but also pleasing to just wander around if the kids are...
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Truro 10 Pin Bowling Centre
Truro 10 Pin Bowling Centre offers a fantastic venue and entertainment for all! From family days to group outings Truro Bowl has much to offer with 8 Lanes, well stocked bar with drinks promotions, 90 seat restaurant with a new improved menu, video games, pool tables, air hockey, welcoming staff. Truro Bowl also has great mobility access...
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Hayle Swimming Pool
Hayle Swimming Pool, which is technically a lido, can be found at the beginning of the Discovery Trail, next to the subtropical gardens, the new promenade and 3 miles of golden sandy beaches, making it an ideal base for a day out in Hayle. It is open daily during the summer season, with lifeguards in attendance at all times. The traditional,...
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Coverack Windsurfing Centre
Coverack Windsurfing Centre offers sessions and courses to suit all standards, from non residential day courses to courses spanning several days, so it's great to base a holiday around! Set in a sandy bay where it’s considerately sheltered form the South Westerly wind it’s great terrain for total noobs, but move further out into the...
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Loe Beach Watersports
Loe Beach Watersports is a RYA Accredited Training Centre and water sports wonderland offering kayaks, paddleboards, motorboats, rowboats and sailing dinghies for lessons and hire! So whether you want to learn the basics, be transported gracefully or out the propeller power in yourselves, there's plenty of choices here for everybody. It's...
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Mylor Sailing School
Mylor Sailing School, based near Falmouth in Cornwall is the perfect place to start dinghy and keelboat sailing. Lots of children's sailing sessions and courses available all year round. Working towards the RYA certificates to gain their stages. Why not try our children's fun sessions like Swallows and Amazons at the weekends between April...
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Mount Hawke Skate Park
Mount Hawke Skate Park is one of the longest running skate parks in the country, and is contained in a purpose built ‘Dutch Barn’ style building that measures 20,000ft squared, making it one of the largest skate parks in the UK too! If you’ve got kids that love to skate, they will love it here! The skatepark is divided into...
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FlowRider at Retallack Resort
The FlowRider at The Loop opened in April 2010 as the first in the UK. Having just held the UK's First Pro Surfer FlowRider Championships, The Loop has proved to be a great location for parties, group sessions or for individuals wanting to have an incredible experience in a buzzing environment. With music, great food, sun decks, bar and even...
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Adrenalin Quarry
Adrenalin Quarry offers a really exciting way to have some fun with the kids, with a thrilling zip wire, a (slightly scary) giant swing, and quarry coasteering on offer! The Zip gives you the chance to jump off a 50m (164ft) cliff at 40mph, on a 490m (over 1607ft), zip wire that crosses the depths of an old quarry with sheer cliffs on either...
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Tamar Lakes Country Park
Tamar Lakes are conveniently located just inland from the coastal resort of Bude. The fun, relaxed atmosphere makes it a great location to learn a new sport or hire a range of equipment from pedalos and rowing boats to windsurfers and dinghies. There is plenty to do at this scenic lake including a round lake walk and cycle trail suitable for...
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Cornwall FootballGolf Park
FootballGolf, is a mix of golf, crazy golf and football! Using the rules of golf players kick a football around, through, over or under various obstacles before kicking into a cup hole in the ground. Suitable for players 5 yrs old to 80. There are all weather teeing areas with great views, there's no need to book and it takes a family of 4...
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The Unit Skatepark
The Unit Skatepark offers a massive range of ramps for all ages and abilities and we also offer Free coaching for both skate and scootering. We have a Pro Shop stocking all the latest brands in skate and scooter. We have often got competitions and other fun things happening here. We have an enclosed glass area so parents can watch the kids in...
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KartWorld
Kartworld caters for all ages, with custom tracks and go karts for toddlers, children and adults, so literally everyone can join in! They have a 100m track with 5mph karts for the tiny ones, speed limited karts on the 800m main track for juniors and full throttle for the adults. So, whatever your age or ability, discover an amazing day's...
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The Padstow Mystery Treasure Trail
Following the route on the Padstow self-guided themed Treasure Trail, can you and the kids hunt around to find the answers to the clues which will solve the mystery? The Padstow Trail will take around 1.5 hours to complete and involves 1.5 miles of walking, but can be done in your own time with whoever you like. Suitable for the whole family,...
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St Ives Mystery Treasure Trail
Get the whole family out exploring on the St Ives self-guided mystery themed Treasure Trail. Children from 6 and up can get involved in solving the clues as you explore. Some clues are easy, some are a bit trickier so there’s no slacking off for the grown-ups - it’s all hands on deck to solve the mystery here! You’ll find...
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Falmouth Boat Hire
Falmouth Boat Hire provides cabin boats for families wishing to explore the River Fal. View shipping of all nationalities in one of the largest and most picturesque harbours in the world. Land at Smugglers Cottage for a meal or light refreshment. Explore the natural creeks and see the wildlife (from Falmouth to Truro is renowned for its...
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St Marys Play Park
Mary’s, there are actually 2 adventure play parks and a skate park! You can find the excellent Pirate Ship play park on the edge of the Garrison field which is also great for ball games ad kite flying. At the furthest end of Porthcressa Beach, there is another great little playground, then next to the school field in a place called...
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Trebah Gardens
You and yours can discover the magic of this charming Cornish valley garden with over 4m of scenic footpaths to ramble along, adventure playgrounds and children's trails! Explore beneath lush canopies bursting with exotic blooms and follow colourful living tunnels of plantlife that flow down to a secluded beach, right on the Helford River:...
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St Nectans Glen
This charming natural wonder site at Saint Nectan’s Glen is situated where the River Trevillet has delicately carved its way through the swathes of Late Devonian slate and naturally created a splendid 60 waterfall! Over time this itself formed a hole through the original basin where the clear and sparkling waters now cascade into a beautiful...
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Bedruthen Steps
An extensive and picturesque sandy beach for walkers and sunbathers. Set off along the stunning South West Coast Path to visit the Iron Age fort of Redcliff Castle nearby, and have the chance to see petrels, shags, fulomar and razorbills nesting along the cliffs. Dogs are welcome but entering the water is not advised due to strong riptides...
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Sennen Cove
A mile North of Land's End lies this idyllic spot with white marram dune backed sands, deep turquoise sea and spectacular sunsets over the Isles of Scilly just 28 miles away. The west facing beach is most popular with surfers though there are strong rip currents to beware of. Local bonuses include toilets and showers with disabled facilities,...
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Porthcurno Beach
Be sure to bring the lot then: buckets and spades, frisbees and balls! The tour de force is the Minack Theatre, an open-air, Greek inspired amphitheatre built high into the rocks on the cliffs overlooking the bay. From May to September you can see plays and music being performed here against the stunning backdrop of Porthcurno Bay and the Logan...
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Praa Sands
Praa Sands provides a 1.5 mile sandy beach that is backed by a long stretch of dunes, natural habitat area and the village green. At both ends, the coastal path rises up over steep cliffs offering views over Penzance and the Lizard Peninsular. The shallow waters and long wide sandy beach attracts surfers and families alike for a range of...
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The Lizard and Kynance Cove
The Lizard and Kynance Cove Lizard Point, Britain's most southerly point, offers dramatic cliff walks, wild flowers and geological features designed by nature to delight all visitors. Plus for some cerebral entertainment Marconi's historic wireless experiments are celebrated at The Lizard Wireless Station and the Marconi Centre at Poldhu. Two...
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Kennack Sands
This unusual silver sand and shingle beach really is divided in two: the bigger, western beach is is sandy and has all the facilities, and is well known as a safe swimming and surfing spot with 5ft waves in good conditions. There are interesting walks along the South West Coast Path to the Mesolithic and Iron Age hill settlements at Podowrian. ...
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The Bar and Cove Vean
A quiet, peaceful place even in the height of summer, this beach is on St Agnes, a short ferry trip from St Mary. Take the short track down to the narrow sandbank called The Bar and at low tide you can cross to the tiny isle of Gugh and see some remarkable bronze age remains! The Cove Vean itself is excellent and very safe for swimming and...
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Pentle Bay
There is no lifeguard cover because the clear waters are extremely safe for swimming, snorkelling or anything else you care to do. The powdery white sands are particularly rich in unusual shells. There any immediate facilities of any kind. Dogs are welcome at any time of year provided they are kept on a lead. You can get to Tresco by...
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Bryher Beach
Bryher lies to the west of Tresco, and is separated from that island by the Tresco Channel, where vast sandflats are exposed at low tide. Off the southern end of Bryher is the uninhabited island of Samson. It is possible to walk between the 3 islands at particular times of the year, making for an excellent family adventure! Bryher is Cornish...
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Porthmeor Beach
Porthmeor Beach is a truly magical place if you can catch it empty, but equally thrilling when thronging with happy kids! St Ives is considered to be the 'jewel of the South West' and the sandy shoreline of Porthmeor is a haven for surfers, with safe but interesting waters making it a firm favourite with families looking for a fun day out by the...
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Fistral Beach
Has a surf school and surf hire facility beachside, offering foamies (super easy beginner boards) as well as the proper boards, plus boogie boards and stand up paddle boards. Facility 50 metres from the waters edge and open 363 days a year. Admission: Free entry and access. Parking may charge. Surf school and rentals will obviously...
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Cornwall Gold
Crazy Golf: they have a cool 9 hole crazy golf course, with every hole presenting different fun challenges. There's a gift shop with toys, crazy sands and their find-a-fossil feature! Piskie Panning: Piskie Panning lets the kids sift sand with a traditional gold panning pan to reveal cool little gems and other hidden treasures! Tolgus Tin...
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Country Skittles
Country Skittles has lots of activities for a fun family visit. These include: - 4 automated Skittle (or bowling) alleys - a shooting gallery - lots of video games, - air hockey tables - giant draughts board - Batak - mini crazy golf - and a whole host of traditional board games for you to choose from. Our main attraction...
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Heartlands
Heartlands is one of those fantastic local resources that once you've discovered you'll be there once a month and talking about it in-between - not only because it's brilliant, but also because it's free! We are talking over 19 scenic but fun packed acres of uber modern exterior exhibitions, superb climb-on sculptures, gardens of pretty epic...
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Newton Equestrian
Newton Equestrian offer a variety of well mannered mounts for lessons, which are available for a range of ages. Their facilities include indoor and outdoor sand school, jumping paddock, plus main and practice country courses. Scenic and beach hacks are available for the experienced plus trekking and cross country rides available, subject to...
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Cornish Riding Holidays
Cornish Riding Holidays is a family run business started in 1984 and run by Janet Dallimore and her daughter Karen Trezise. All ages and abilities are catered for (from 4 years) starting from beginners riding lessons up to competition riding in dressage, show jumping and xcountry. Lessons are held in our inside and outside arenas. We are...
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Black Paw Laser Storm
Black Paw Laser Storm is inside Raze The Roof play facility offering a thrilling alternative or complement to the adventure play shenanigans for the kids over 5! It's open alongside the existing facilities all day long, with it's smokey alleyways and twilit maze! It's atmospheric but non threatening and not too intense, compared to some. You can...
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Skullduggery
The Bombadingas' Skullduggery feature provides an uber modern take on the classic hide and seek format played in a futuristic and interactive arena with cool laser firing weaponry! Zap your enemies when you spot them and stay hidden yourself if you can help it between sniper missions, but remember there are enemies everywhere… Your harmless...
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PENHALLAM MANOR
The low, grass-covered but complete ground-plan of a moated manor house built by the de Cardinham family in the 13th century. BEFORE YOU GO Parking: A small free car park is situated at the head of a 1/2 mile track that leads to the Manor. How to Find it: The manor is signposted from Week St Mary, off a minor road. From the A39 heading...
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DUPATH WELL
This charming well-house stands over an ancient spring , believed to cure whooping cough. Built by the Augustinian canons of the nearby St Germans Priory around 1500, it houses the remains of an immersion pool for cure-seekers. Managed by the Cornwall Heritage Trust. Read more about the history of Dupath Well. ...
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HURLERS STONE CIRCLES
Three fine late Neolithic or early Bronze Age stone circles arranged in a line, a grouping unique in England. Hurlers Stone Circles are probably the best examples of ceremonial circles in the south west. According to legend, they are the remains of men petrified for playing hurling on a Sunday. The site is managed by the...
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KING DONIERT'S STONE
Two richly carved pieces of a 9th century 'Celtic' cross, with an inscription commemorating Dungarth, King of Dumnonia in the south-west of Britain, who drowned in about AD 875. Managed by the Cornwall Heritage Trust. Read more about the history of King Doniert's Stone. BEFORE YOU GO Parking: Car...
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ST BREOCK DOWNS MONOLITH
Originally five metres high and weighing some 16.75 tonnes, St Breock Downs Monolith is Cornwall's largest and heaviest prehistoric monolith. It stands on the summit of St Breock Downs, offering wonderful views. Managed by the Cornwall Heritage Trust. Read more about the history of the monolith. BEFORE YOU GO ...
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ST CATHERINE'S CASTLE
St Catherine's Castle is one of a pair of small artillery forts built by Henry VIII in the 1530s to defend Fowey Harbour. It was modified in the 19th century during the Crimean War and again during the Second World War, when it became home to an anti-aircraft gun and an ammunition store. Read more about the history of the...
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HALLIGGYE FOGOU
Roofed and walled in stone, this complex o f passages is the largest and best-preserved of several mysterious underground tunnels associated with Cornish Iron Ag e settlements. The purpose of such ‘fogous’ – a Cornish-language word meaning cave – is unknown , but they may hav e been places of...
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CARN EUNY ANCIENT VILLAGE
Among the best-preserved ancient villages in South West England , Carn Euny was occupied from the Iron Age until late Roman times. It includes the foundations of stone houses from the 2nd to 4th centuries AD, with walls up to a metre high in places. At the heart of the village is its most intriguing ...
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BALLOWALL BARROW
In a spectacular cliff-edge position, this unique Bronze Age tomb had a long and complex history as a sacred site. The barrow was excavated (and radically altered) in 1878 by Cornish antiquarian William Borlase. Managed by the National Trust. Read more about the history of Ballowall Barrow. BEFORE YOU GO Parking:...
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OLD BLOCKHOUSE
Built in the 16th century to protect Old Grimsby Harbour, the Old Blockhouse saw action in the late stages of the Civil War, when Parliamentarians attacked the Royalist garrison. Today its substantial remains overlook a white sandy beach. Read more about the history of the Old Blockhouse. BEFORE YOU GO Access: The blockhouse is...
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INNISIDGEN LOWER AND UPPER BURIAL CHAMBERS
Two Bronze Age communal burial cairns with fine views of the Isles of Scilly. The upper cairn is the best preserved on the islands. Read more about the history of Innisidgen Lower and Upper Burial Chambers. BEFORE YOU GO Access: Situated in the far north western corner of St Mary’s, the site is best accessed on foot or by bike. ...
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KING CHARLES'S CASTLE
The ruins of a small artillery fort built in during the reign of Edward VI (1547-53). In 1651 it was garrisoned by Royalists during the Civil War. Read more about the history of King Charles' Castle. BEFORE YOU GO Access: Perched on the hillside just north of New Grimsby harbour, the castle is only accessible on foot. The steep footpath...
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CROMWELL'S CASTLE
Standing on a rocky promontory guarding the lovely anchorage between Bryher and Tresco, this round tower was built after the conquest of the Royalist Scillies in 1651 and is one of the few surviving Cromwellian fortifications in Britain. Read more about the history of Cromwell's Castle. BEFORE YOU GO How to Find it: Situated right on the...
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PORTH HELLICK DOWN BURIAL CHAMBER
The burial chamber at Porth Hellick Down dates from about 2000 BC, and is a large and imposing Scillonian Bronze Age entrance grave, with kerb, inner passage and burial chamber all clearly visible. Read more about the history of the burial chamber. BEFORE YOU GO Access: Situated on St Mary's eastern side, the site is best accessed by...
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BANT'S CARN BURIAL CHAMBER AND HALANGY DOWN ANCIENT VILLAGE
Visit the remains of an ancient Iron Age village and a Bronze Age burial mound in a wonderfully scenic location. Read more about the history of Bant's Carn Burial Chamber and Halangy Down Ancient Village. BEFORE YOU GO Access: Situated in the far north western corner of St Mary’s, the site is best accessed on foot or by bike. ...
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HARRY'S WALLS
These two artillery bastions and length of curtain wall on St Mary's in the Isles of Scilly belong to a fort begun - despite its name - in 1551, during the reign of King Edward VI. This fort was left unfinished when the headland now known as The Garrison was chosen as the site of the islands' main fortress, Star Castle. BEFORE YOU GO ...
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GARRISON WALLS
With a history spanning 350 years, the defences of the Garrison on St Mary's form one of the most remarkable and impressive coastal defence systems in England. Read more about the history of Garrison Walls. BEFORE YOU GO Access: Situated above Hugh Town, the walls are best accessed on foot or by bike up the steep winding streets. ...
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