19 Free Days Out and Things to Do With Kids in Cornwall
Check out these things to do with the kids in Cornwall, whether it's building sandcastles at Perranporth, or taking a dip at Bude Sea Pool, I've got you covered, and best of all it's free!
I'm still adding to this list, so keep checking back, please get in touch if you've got any hidden gems to recommend, or if you have a picture to replace any that I'm missing (ie the places that have words). As a thank you, I'll send a 20% money off voucher to spend in the shop for anything that gets used.
I've tried to make sure that all the details on here are up to date, but please do double check on the websites I've linked to before you travel in case anything has changed. I've sourced a lot of information from 3rd parties so some information might be incorrect (Please let me know if you spot anything that is so that I can amend it).
Especially important: double check parking costs to avoid any nasty surprises on a day out that was supposed to be cheap, and obviously, be careful if you're visiting places with kids, especially where the terrain is dangerous (ruins, cliffs, beaches, slippy paths etc).
Happy adventuring!
The home of British surfing, due to the reliability of great surf it gets. Golden sands, stunning sunsets, and glorious coastline. There's an extensive RNLI service from April til October. There's a free beach wheelchair.
Lizard Point
near Helston
The most southerly point of mainland Britain. Walk the coastal path, visit the beaches with white sand, and turquoise sea, and go inside the Marconi Wireless station. Head to Wildlife Watchpoint to see if you can spot any seals, dolphins, whales or basking sharks.
While there is a fee to visit the house, you can explore the 865 acres of parkland for free, including coastline, gardens, forest, and historical structures. Check out the trails on the website.
A sandy beach with rockpools, caves, a stream, Chapel Rock, and a pub on the beach. At low tide, Perranporth joins with Penhale sands, with it's extensive network of sand dunes.
A semi-natural tidal pool, with no cost, and no booking required. The website recommends that you always swim at low tide, not at night, and enter the pool with caution. Where possible, they ask that visitors leave a donation.
Golden sands, turquise seas, and stunning views of St Ives Bay, barely a minutes walk from the train station. It's been consistently awarded Blue Flag awards, it's generally considered safe to swim, and there is a seasonal lifeguard service. Nearby is Porthmeor Beach, and Carbis Bay Beach.
A 5.7 miles coastal walk (one way, you can catch the bus back to the start). You'll go past a holy legend, a 6th century monastry, rockpools, remnants of shipwrecks, and a picturesque fishing village.
Take a walk around the peninsular, enjoying the abundance of natural beauty. There are paid for actitvities including a farm, Aardman experience, and getting your photo taken by the famous sign.
A large and lively park with a huge boating lake, playground, skate park, and a cafe. From the park, you can walk to Loe Pool, reputed to be the lake that Excalibar was thrown into in the King Arthur legend. The currents in the sea make it too dangerous for paddling or swimming deeply at Loe Bar.
A great museum to learn about local social history. Check out the website for online learning resources, and to see the programme of events.
Host to an impressive collection of art, including work submitted by children. Check out the website for details of free family workshops, as well as free sessions for babies and pre-schoolers.
A large and ecclectic collection of toys from history, including the Magic Roundabout, and Noddy.
Learn local history, with a collection of exhibits and artefacts including toys, old fire appliances
A popular multi use track following a disused railway line, linking Bodmin, Wadebridge, and Padstow, it's largely flat making it great for walking or cycling with kids. 18 miles in total, you might not want to do the whole thing with little legs in tow.
A tidal island, when the tide is out you can cross the causeway. You have to pay to visit the castle and gardens, but the rest of the island is worth a pootle round.
A celebration of Cornish heritage and culture, with 19 acres of space to explore including a brilliant adventure playground, sculptures, gardens, and a heritage museum. There's also a paid for softplay,
Beautiful gardens that are free to visit. There's 2 playgrounds, a boating lake, and a skate park. There's also paid for activities including a zoo, miniature railway, crazy golf, and a waterworld.
Roskilly's Organic Farm
Helston
A working farm, where you can meet the animals including cows, goats, and pigs. Stroll around meadows, and withy woods. Have a look at the farm map to see the farm, and nearby walks.
Golitha Falls
Liskeard
A series of waterfalls in a steeply sided valley lined with ancient woodland. Take care, especially when visiting after heavy rainfall. Keep an eye out for nature, especially Dormice.
You know what the kids would love to be filling in as you're exploring new places? An epic activity pack! And it should be filled with easy activity ideas, and stickers, and personalised!
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