Family Days & Theme Parks in Cornwall

Cornwall has a strong line-up of attractions built with families in mind, from wildlife parks and adventure centres to steam railways and all-weather indoor venues for rainy days. Whether you're planning a full day out or looking to fill an afternoon, there's plenty to choose from across the county.

In the west, Paradise Park's wildlife sanctuary and JungleBarn indoor play centre and the Cornish Seal Sanctuary near Helston are reliable family favourites. The north has the biggest concentration of family attractions, including Newquay Zoo, Blue Reef Aquarium, Lappa Valley Steam Railway and Camel Creek Adventure Park near Wadebridge, plus an owl sanctuary and cycle hire along the Camel Trail.

To the south, the Eden Project remains Cornwall's best-known family day out, with its covered Biomes a good option whatever the weather, alongside Kidzworld Cornwall's indoor play near St Austell.

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West Cornwall

Land’s End

Land’s End

Spectacular coastal location for Cornwall’s most famous landmark, with a visitor centre, craft workshops and galleries.

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St Ives

Kidz R Us Theatre

A youth theatre company based in St Ives, with regular shows in its own 300-seat theatre in the centre of town.

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Nr. St Ives

Paradise Park

Cornwall’s top wildlife sanctuary and JungleBarn indoor play centre — a day in Paradise whatever the weather.

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Nr. Helston

Cornish Seal Sanctuary

Set on the picturesque Helford Estuary by the village of Gweek, the Sanctuary is a busy seal rescue centre.

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North Cornwall

Newquay

Big Dunk’s Paintball & Outdoor Laser Tag

A purpose-built, UKPSF-accredited site with nine game zones set across 20 acres.

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Newquay

Blue Reef Aquarium

Be amazed by local marine species and hundreds of tropical species in the giant ocean display with its underwater tunnel.

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Newquay

Newquay Zoo

Get closer to over 130 species at the award-winning Newquay Zoo.

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Nr. Newquay

Lappa Valley Steam Railway

An old mineral line, now home to a narrow-gauge steam railway with plenty of fun things to do and discover.

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Nr. Newquay

Springfields Fun Park & Pony Centre

An action-packed day for all the family, with acres of space to run and play.

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Nr. Newquay

Cornish Birds of Prey Centre & Atlantic Play Park

A collection of over 50 birds of prey to see, with regular flying displays, plus an adjoining outdoor play park.

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Launceston

Hidden Valley – The Puzzle Park

One of Cornwall’s best-kept secrets — an extraordinary puzzle park unlike anything you’ve experienced before.

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Launceston

Trethorne Leisure Park

A large all-weather tourist attraction with something for everyone — a fun-filled family day out on the Devon/Cornwall border.

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Bodmin

Bodmin Jail

An all-weather family attraction with a licensed bar and restaurant, housed in the last county jail in Cornwall, closed in 1927.

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Wadebridge

The Camel Trail

A hugely popular cycleway running from Padstow to Wadebridge and on to the foot of Bodmin Moor, along 17 miles of disused railway line.

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Wadebridge

Bridge Bike Hire

Established in 1983, the original Camel Trail cycle hire shop, located at the start of the trail.

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Wadebridge

The Sculpture Workshop

Have-a-go workshops tailored to suit all abilities, from complete beginners to professionals — great fun.

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Wadebridge

Camel Creek Adventure Park

A vibrant, welcoming Cornish visitor attraction open all year round, with big rides, indoor entertainment and outdoor adventures.

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St Columb

Screech Owl Sanctuary

Meet a large collection of owl species from around the world and learn about owl conservation.

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South Cornwall

St Austell

Eden Project

A living theatre of plants in the heart of Cornwall — stunning botanical gardens and a great day out for the whole family.

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Fowey

Fowey River Hire

Self-drive boat hire on the River Fowey, plus guided canoe expeditions, kayak and stand-up paddleboard hire.

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St Austell

Wheal Martyn China Clay Museum

The UK’s only China Clay Museum, with a historic trail through 19th-century clay works, a nature trail and a children’s play area.

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St Austell

Kidzworld Cornwall

One all-inclusive price and over 54,000 sq ft of all-weather family fun — a leading indoor attraction in Cornwall.

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