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Crazy Golf in Cornwall

From pirate ships in Newquay and a former mining valley near St Newlyn East to a beachside course in St Ives and a themed indoor arena in Plymouth - here's where to putt your way around Cornwall's best crazy, adventure and mini golf courses.

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Crazy golf has been a fixture of the Cornish family holiday for generations, and the county now has one of the widest spreads of courses anywhere in the South West. In and around Newquay alone you can choose between the pirate-themed Pirate's Quest, the long-running Trenance Crazy Golf beside the boating lake, and the coastal setting of Holywell Bay Golf, while a few miles inland Lappa Valley combines a 12-hole adventure golf course with its miniature steam railway.

Further afield, family adventure parks such as Camel Creek near Wadebridge and Trethorne Leisure Park near Launceston pair crazy golf with rides, play areas and other attractions for a full day out, while seaside towns including Padstow, St Ives, Falmouth and Bude all have long-standing beachside or harbourside courses. Inland, you'll find crazy golf alongside a working tin-streaming attraction at Cornwall Gold near Redruth. (Flambards Theme Park in Helston, which previously featured a prehistoric-themed course, permanently closed in November 2024.)

If you're staying in or travelling via Plymouth, you're covered too - Paradise Island Adventure Golf at Drake Circus offers two indoor themed courses right in the city centre, and Woodland Adventure Golf at China Fleet Country Club in Saltash, Cornwall, sits only around five miles away, just across the Tamar Bridge. Whether you're after a quick rainy-day fix or a themed adventure course to build a whole day out around, there's a round of crazy golf within easy reach wherever you're staying in Cornwall.

Good to know before you go

  • Prices and opening times vary widely: from small council-run courses charging a few pounds to full adventure golf attractions - check current prices and seasonal hours directly with each venue.
  • Several courses sit inside bigger attractions: Camel Creek, Trethorne, Lappa Valley and Flambards all include crazy or adventure golf as part of a wider family park, so admission may cover more than just the course.
  • Weather-dependent outdoors: most Cornwall courses are open-air, so a handful may close in poor weather - Paradise Island in Plymouth and Kidzworld in St Austell are fully indoor options if you need a wet-weather plan.
  • Confirm accessibility: terrain varies from flat tarmac to grass and coastal paths, so contact the venue directly about step-free access and wheelchair use before visiting.
  • Book ahead for groups: larger parties, especially at indoor venues like Paradise Island, may need to book in advance during peak season.

Crazy Golf Venues in Cornwall & Plymouth

Crazy Golf Venues in Cornwall

Outdoor

Holywell Bay Golf

Holywell Bay, Newquay, Cornwall TR8 5PW

A 16-hole mini golf course set in a coastal valley near Holywell Bay's National Trust beach, alongside 18-hole Par 3 and Pitch & Putt courses. Previously part of Holywell Bay Fun Park; the site's former footgolf course is now permanently closed.

  • Parking: On-site car park.
  • Disabled access: Contact the venue to confirm - coastal valley terrain.
  • Facilities: Mini golf, Par 3 course, pitch & putt.
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Outdoor

Trethorne Leisure Park

Kennards House, Launceston, Cornwall PL15 8QE

Family leisure park near Launceston with its own crazy golf course, alongside a trampoline park, zip line, climbing wall, paddle boat lake and Dino Karts - an easy way to build a crazy golf round into a fuller day out.

  • Parking: On-site car park.
  • Disabled access: Contact the venue to confirm.
  • Facilities: Crazy golf, trampoline park, zip line, climbing wall, paddle boats, go-karts, bowling.
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Outdoor

Lappa Valley

St Newlyn East, Newquay, Cornwall TR8 5LX

A 12-hole, all-weather adventure golf course set in a former mining valley, with obstacles built around old railway wheels, tyre loops and bridges. Included in general admission alongside the miniature steam railway and play areas.

  • Parking: Free on-site car park.
  • Disabled access: Adventure golf course is accessible; Changing Places toilet on site.
  • Facilities: 12-hole adventure golf, miniature railway, play areas, cafe.
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Pirate-Themed

Camel Creek Adventure Park

Tredinnick, Wadebridge, Cornwall PL27 7RA

Home to Shipwreck Shores Adventure Golf, a pirate-themed course that's part of this large family adventure park, alongside rides, play zones and animal encounters.

  • Parking: Free on-site parking.
  • Disabled access: Contact the venue to confirm - see their access statement.
  • Facilities: Shipwreck Shores Adventure Golf, rides, animal encounters, cafe.
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Pirate-Themed

Pirate's Quest Adventure Golf

22 St Michael's Road, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 1RA

A pirate-themed adventure golf course a short walk from Newquay town centre, built around a family day out with an accessibility and inclusivity focus.

  • Parking: Near Mount Wise, Manor Road and Tregunnel Hill car parks.
  • Disabled access: See the venue's access & inclusivity information.
  • Facilities: Pirate-themed adventure golf course.
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Outdoor · 18 Holes

Trenance Crazy Golf

Trenance Leisure Park, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 2LZ

A long-running 18-hole crazy golf course opposite Newquay Zoo and Waterworld, a short walk from the boating lake, Trenance Gardens and the town centre.

  • Parking: Ample car parking nearby.
  • Disabled access: Contact the venue to confirm.
  • Facilities: 18-hole crazy golf.
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Outdoor

Penwith Pitch & Putt and Crazy Golf

Chenhalls Road, St Erth, Hayle, Cornwall TR27 6HJ

A 9-obstacle crazy golf course alongside an 18-hole pitch & putt course and a footgolf option, on the edge of Hayle near St Erth.

  • Parking: Contact the venue to confirm.
  • Disabled access: Disabled access and accessible WC on site.
  • Facilities: Crazy golf, pitch & putt, footgolf.
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Outdoor

Greens of Padstow Mini Golf

North Quay, Padstow, Cornwall PL28 8AF

Harbourside mini golf on Padstow's North Quay, attached to the Greens cafe - a handy stop combining a round of golf with food and drink by the water.

  • Parking: Contact the venue to confirm - central Padstow location.
  • Disabled access: Contact the venue to confirm.
  • Facilities: Mini golf, on-site cafe.
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Outdoor · Beachside

Bude Haven Crazy Golf

Bude Haven Recreation Ground, Leven Terrace, Bude, Cornwall EX23 8LA

A seaside crazy golf course at Bude Haven Recreation Ground, with obstacles referencing local landmarks including Barrel Rock and the Bude Light. A separate pitch & putt course runs nearby at Crooklets Beach.

  • Parking: Contact the venue to confirm - recreation ground setting near the beach.
  • Disabled access: Contact the venue to confirm.
  • Facilities: Crazy golf; pitch & putt nearby at Crooklets Beach.
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Indoor

Kidzworld Cornwall

Par Moor Road, St Austell, Cornwall PL25 3RP

Indoor crazy golf inside a large family activity centre near St Austell, alongside dodgems, roller-skating and trampolines - a reliable wet-weather option.

  • Parking: On-site car park.
  • Disabled access: Contact the venue to confirm.
  • Facilities: Indoor crazy golf, dodgems, roller-skating, trampolines.
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Outdoor · 9 Holes

Cornwall Gold Crazy Golf

Tolgus Mill, New Portreath Road, Redruth, Cornwall TR16 4HN

A free-entry attraction built around a historic tin mill, with a 9-hole crazy golf course alongside a jewellery workshop and showroom.

  • Parking: Free on-site parking, including accessible spaces (not pre-bookable).
  • Disabled access: Fully accessible, wheelchair friendly - the old tin mill has some tight corners and small steps.
  • Facilities: 9-hole crazy golf, jewellery workshop, showroom, accessible toilets.
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Outdoor · Beachside

Porthminster Beach Putting Green

Porthminster Beach, St Ives, Cornwall TR26 2EB

A family-friendly putting green right on Porthminster Beach in St Ives, an easy add-on to a beach day close to the Porthminster Beach Cafe.

  • Parking: No dedicated on-site parking - use St Ives town parking.
  • Disabled access: Contact the venue to confirm - beach-level access.
  • Facilities: Putting green, close to Porthminster Beach Cafe.
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Outdoor · 18 Holes

Falmouth Pitch & Putt, Crazy Golf & Cafe

Swanpool Road, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 5BH

An 18-hole crazy golf course alongside a separate 9-hole pitch & putt and on-site cafe, in a large field near Swanpool Beach on the edge of Falmouth.

  • Parking: Contact the venue to confirm - Swanpool Beach car park nearby.
  • Disabled access: Contact the venue to confirm.
  • Facilities: 18-hole crazy golf, 9-hole pitch & putt, cafe.
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Outdoor · 18 Holes

Woodland Adventure Golf

China Fleet Country Club, Saltash, Cornwall PL12 6LJ

An 18-hole woodland-themed adventure golf course at China Fleet Country Club in Saltash - the closest crazy golf course to Plymouth while still in Cornwall, just across the Tamar Bridge.

  • Parking: Free on-site parking.
  • Disabled access: Contact the venue to confirm - see their accessibility guide.
  • Facilities: 18-hole woodland adventure golf, wider country club facilities.
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Just Over the Border: Plymouth

Not in Cornwall, but close enough to matter if you're staying in or travelling via South East Cornwall.

Devon - Not Cornwall

Paradise Island Adventure Golf

Unit 13-14, 11 Bretonside, The Barcode, Drake Circus, Plymouth PL4 0FE

Two indoor 18-hole adventure golf courses in Plymouth city centre, set across 16,000 sq/ft of themed pirate and tropical environments - open rain or shine, with last tee-off an hour before closing.

  • Parking: Multi-storey parking at Drake Circus.
  • Disabled access: Both courses are wheelchair and pram accessible.
  • Facilities: Two indoor 18-hole courses, group bookings.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cornwall has crazy, adventure and mini golf courses right across the county, including Trenance Crazy Golf and Pirate's Quest in Newquay, Holywell Bay Golf, Lappa Valley, Camel Creek's Shipwreck Shores, Greens of Padstow, Bude Haven, Trethorne Leisure Park near Launceston, Penwith Pitch & Putt near Hayle, Flambards in Helston, Cornwall Gold near Redruth, Porthminster Beach in St Ives, Falmouth Pitch & Putt at Swanpool, and Woodland Adventure Golf at China Fleet Country Club in Saltash.

Yes. Paradise Island Adventure Golf at Drake Circus offers two indoor 18-hole themed courses right in Plymouth city centre. Woodland Adventure Golf at China Fleet Country Club in Saltash, Cornwall, is also only around five miles from Plymouth, just across the Tamar Bridge.

Paradise Island Adventure Golf in Plymouth is fully indoor, and Kidzworld in St Austell offers crazy golf inside a large indoor family activity centre. Most other Cornwall courses are outdoor and open rain or shine, though a handful of operators close in poor weather - always check before travelling.

Crazy golf and adventure golf both use short, obstacle-filled holes designed for fun rather than skill, often with themed decoration such as pirate ships or prehistoric landscapes. Pitch & putt is closer to real golf, played over longer holes with a full swing rather than just a putter. Several Cornwall venues, including Trethorne, Penwith and Falmouth Pitch & Putt, offer both side by side.

Most Cornwall crazy golf courses welcome young children, though outdoor courses on grass or coastal terrain can be uneven. Cornwall Gold and Paradise Island Adventure Golf in Plymouth are both confirmed fully wheelchair accessible, and Penwith Pitch & Putt offers disabled access and an accessible WC. Always confirm accessibility and any age restrictions directly with the venue before visiting.

Prices, opening times, facilities and accessibility are set by individual operators and may change without notice. Please check directly with each venue before travelling. Cornwall Online is not responsible for the content of external websites linked from this page.

Page last updated: August 2026