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You can find exotic gardens, ancient houses and mining history encircled by a much-loved coastline.
With long stretching beaches, exotic gardens and historic houses in Cornwall and Plymouth, there are lots of places to explore and visit for family fun.
Discover all the best places to explore with your family for a great day out.
Discover what family-friendly activities are on offer at Lanhydrock, from visiting the reimagined Victorian nursery to exploring the estate by bicycle.
Discover all the things to do on a family day out to Trelissick. Explore the garden and house, or head out on an adventure around the countryside estate. Find out what family-friendly events are coming up and plan your visit to Trelissick.
Discover all the things to do on a family day out to Cotehele. Explore the garden and orchards and head out on an adventure around the estate. Find out what family-friendly events are coming up and how best to plan your day out at Cotehele with children in mind.
All you need to know about visiting Pentire with children.
Discover what family-friendly activities are on offer at Trerice this winter. Try a game of Cornish kayles, spot the mice around the house and try on Tudor-inspired costumes in the hayloft.
Take a look at what family-friendly events and activities we have at Godolphin. Get mucky in the mud-pie kitchen, explore nature up-close with the barefoot trail and enjoy the wide open spaces of nature in the gardens.
With its combination of winding wooded paths, secluded corners and wide-open spaces, there are lots of places to enjoy nature adventures at Trengwainton.
Find out what family-friendly activities are on offer at Antony in Cornwall, in the house and garden.
Join the 'Minor Miners' family tour and learn about the gruelling work of a Cornish Miner. Find out about the jobs the miners did and help to run the winder and steam engine.
Find family friendly activities to do at Saltram from exploring the estate and gardens to seasonal events.
Whether it's a woodland adventure, an amazing story of life on the high seas or a tasty treat from the cafe, there's something for all the family to enjoy at Buckland Abbey.
Join us for a variety of hands-on activities to keep every budding conservator busy. Linked with the conservation work on Lanhydrock's Long Gallery ceiling, try your hand at a variety of activities from cleaning objects to pattern art.
Join children's author Naomi Jones in the stables at Trelissick for a fun-packed, interactive storytelling session and story-making workshop. Wed 29 May, aimed at children aged 2-9.
Discover the weird and wonderful creatures which live in (and on!) the pond. Watch the water closely and have a go at pond dipping, and identify any insects, fish, or amphibians you may find. Saturday 1 June.
On Wed 29 and Thurs 30 May, come along to a falconry flying display at Trerice and meet the hawks and falcons in the mowhay field. You can also listen to Elizabethan tales with Raphael Historic Falconry.
Join us for a sensory-friendly adventure. Get in touch with your senses, explore the barefoot trail, listen to the sounds of nature and get crafting in the Cider House.
Collect a stick from reception and gather fallen flowers as you explore the garden. Then pop them in the ground to create a collective piece of wild art in the shape of a dragonfly.
Celebrate the arrival of summer with some traditional garden games. Challenge your friends or family to a game of cornhole, see who comes out on top in a game of croquet, and take part in a sack or egg and spoon race.
From the 26 May to 2 June join a family friendly tour to learn about the gruelling life of a miner and have a go and help to run the winder or steam engine. Tours must be booked in advance.
Get your body moving and mind thinking as you learn all about nature patterns. Walk the footpath of a snail spiral or climb through a spider's web and discover just some of the amazing patterns we have in nature. Why not also join us for a free family crafting session? Head to Stable 6 every day during half term (excluding Wednesday) to create your own pattern in nature.
May is National Walking Month, so why not enjoy a stroll, stomp or saunter on the yellow estate walk. On the Treelore trail you will learn about folklore, old remedies and hints and tips related to the indigenous trees on our estate. Pick up a trail sheet from Visitor Welcome to take part.
Discover a wide variety of gardens to explore with plenty of places to play hide-and-seek.
Godolphin’s garden paths provide a natural space that’s rich in history. Find out how the garden provides a home to the native Cornish bee. Explore the orchard, side garden paddock and King’s Garden.
Discover peaceful lawns and tranquil orchard spaces in the garden. Stop for far-reaching maritime views at this green lookout point high above the River Fal estuary.
Take a stroll around the 5.5 hectares of Cotehele's garden where you’ll discover terraced herbaceous borders, a lily pond as well as a medieval stewpond and dovecote.
Here are some walks great for little legs and pushchairs as well as top spots to cycle in Cornwall.
With a mix of off road trails from green routes, skills areas and more advanced woodland routes, there's something for everyone. If you need to hire a bike, we've got you covered at the Lanhydrock cycle hire. We recommend pre-booking any bikes you need beforehand.
There are acres to explore on your visit to Penrose, and it doesn’t have to be on foot. Miles of bridleways are waiting to be discovered on your horse, or by bike.
There's lots to discover at the Cotehele estate. Miles of pathways lead you through ancient woodland, past a historic chapel, and to an important Victorian quay.
Lanhydrock is home to a wide variety of veteran and ancient trees, perfect homes for wildlife – and your companions on this gentle circular walk.
Discover this trail with a stretch of coastline that offers secluded coves and beaches in Lansallos, Cornwall.
Step inside and discover adventure in every room. With things to do for families that makes a great day out.
Lanhydrock is a Victorian country house packed with layers of history and family stories. Step inside the house to learn about the lives of the Agar-Robartes family, admire the finest rooms and meet the costumed servants below stairs.
Enjoy a tea or coffee in the south-facing rooms while taking in the view from the eighteenth century house at Trelissick.
Cotehele house contains eclectic historic artefacts that tell many stories about the medieval building’s long history, from rare tapestries to whale jawbones.
Explore inside the house to see decorative plasterwork and collection items including a large table, Cornish paintings and a 300-year-old clock.
The house at Antony contrasts the personal touches of a grand yet comfortable family home. It is still lived in by the Carew family today.
Discover all the best beaches for rock-pooling adventures and sandcastle building.
Sandymouth is a popular and unspoilt beach but can be very tidal. Find out how not to get caught out by the tides and also discover what’s on offer for you to do during your visit.
Tucked away on the west side of the Lizard in Cornwall, Poldhu Cove is a favourite beach for families and surfers alike.
The sheltered, south-facing beach at Durgan is a mixture of pebbles, rock pools and sand. It's a peaceful place to play and watch wildlife and boats on the Helford River.
Discover the places to visit in and around this Cornish village, including sandy coves, ancient churches, old water mills and landmarks from its smuggling heyday.
Accessible all year round, the sandy beaches at Carne and Pendower offer seaside fun, coastal walks with sweeping views, and the chance to explore disused military bunkers.
You can find exotic gardens, ancient houses and mining history encircled by a much-loved coastline.