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Creative Crafting (< 1 mile)

Falmouth

Creative Crafting Pottery painting is great for all kids and occasions - the studio has everything you'll need to create a hand-painted gift for any occasion...as well as delicious coffees, teas and snacks

National Maritime Museum Cornwall (1 miles)

Falmouth

National Maritime Museum Cornwall -voted Visitor Attraction of the Year two years running at the Cornwall Tourism Awards: in both 2007 & 2008. Features diverse collection of approximately 140 small craft from Great Britain and overseas, and spans the past 150 years. Includes virtual tour.

Ocean Bowl Tenpin Bowling Centre (1 miles)

Falmouth

Ocean Bowl Tenpin Bowling Centre Ten pin bowling with video games, kiddie bumpers and ball ramps, and more! Ocean light bowling nights with "glow in the dark" lanes, pins and balls plus chart music

Ships and Castles Fun Pool (1 miles)

Falmouth

Ships and Castles Fun Pool Fantastic fun pool with loads of great features including wave machine, river ride and loads for the little ones as well - great family day out in Cornwall.

Raze the Roof Indoor Play Centre (3 miles)

Penryn

Raze the Roof Indoor Play Centre All weather indoor children's soft play centre and Laser Storm arena for children and adults located in the Falmouth & Penryn area. Our huge 12,500 sq. ft. facility includes a high quality Cafe serving fresh food, coffee, soft drinks and fully licensed bar. Toddler Sessions Daily During Term Time 9.30A.m-1.00P.M Each Week a new and exciting theme of activities, games, films and much more!

Mylor Sailing School (3 miles)

Falmouth

Mylor Sailing School A sailing school with lots of fun sessions for children. Swallows and Amazons at the weekends - sailing off to find treasures on hidden shores and lots of games. Family sailing experiences. From beginner through to advanced sailing sessions available.

BF Adventure (4 miles)

Penryn

BF Adventure Outdoor activity centre based near Falmouth offering adventure sports for young and old. Activities include Abseiling, Rock Climbing, Archery, Canoeing, Zip wire and lots of fun games and challenges in and around the Adventure quarry.

Loe Beach Watersports (5 miles)

Truro

Loe Beach Watersports Whether you want to Learn to Sail, Hire a Kayak, Windsurf or hire a Motor Boat we can help at Loe Beach... A watersports haven!

Orca Sea Safaris (6 miles)

Truro

Orca Sea Safaris Wildlife watching and coastal boat trips from Falmouth. Running from the historic port of Falmouth, our boat trips aim to introduce you to the outstanding beauty of our coastline, while looking for wildlife that may be in the area. Wildlife could include Dolphins, Basking Sharks, Seals or many other species that are regularly spotted around the Cornish Coastline. Your Skipper will provide a cheery face and an informative commentary, describing fascinating facts about shipwrecks, smugglers tales, local history and the marine environment.

National Seal Sanctuary (6 miles)

Helston

National Seal Sanctuary The National Seal Sanctuary is the busiest seal rescue centre in the UK. Home to the heaviest Sea lion at 53 stone, and the only South African fur Seals in the Westcountry. Enjoy a close encounter of the marine kind with our rock pool. Kids Quiz and pups play area.

Poldark Mine (7 miles)

Helston

Poldark Mine Poldark Tin Mine is one of Cornwall's most important heritage sites and contains what are believed to be the oldest complete mine workings in Great Britain that are open to the public.

Goonhilly Satellite Earth Station (7 miles)

Helston

Goonhilly Satellite Earth Station CURRENTLY CLOSED (SUMMER 2010) Goonhilly Satellite Earth Station Experience - Set in the dramatic landscape of the Lizard Peninsula the giant dishes of Goonhilly Satellite Earth Station rise up from the heathland. Through the Visitor Centre and guided bus tour, explore the history of communication at the largest and oldest satellite station in the World.

Coverack Windsurfing Centre (8 miles)

Helston

Coverack Windsurfing Centre The Centre, established in 1982 has become the premier destination in the heart of South West Cornwall, offering residential and non-residential Windsurfing Holidays and RYA Courses.

Praa Sands (8 miles)

Truro

Praa Sands Sandy beach with good surfing and good local amenities and summer lifeguard cover.

Chez Play Zone (9 miles)

Truro

Chez Play Zone Two tier adventure soft play facility with classic soft play features such as ball pit, scramble nets, a slide and many bouncy chambers to explore. Also offer qualified daycare.

Flambards Experience (9 miles)

Helston

Flambards Experience The best thrill and family rides in Cornwall, including our new Skyraker drop tower, a childrens rides area, huge undercover play areas, top quality entertainment shows in the high season, award winning exhibitions including the internationally acclaimed Flambards Victorian Village and Britain in the Blitz.

Truro 10 Pin Bowling Centre (9 miles)

Truro

Truro 10 Pin Bowling Centre 8 Lanes, well stocked bar with drinks promotions, 90 seat restaurant with a new improved menu, video games, pool tables, air hockey, welcoming staff.

The Lizard and Kynance Cove (9 miles)

Helston

The Lizard and Kynance Cove For exploring rather than sunning or swimming, this place is full of caves, birds and flowers. Marconi's historic wireless experiments are celebrated at The Lizard Wireless Station and the Marconi Centre at Poldhu.

Kennack Sands (9 miles)

Helston

Kennack Sands 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. Lifeguard cover May to September.

Bombadingas Pirate Soft Play (10 miles)

Redruth

Bombadingas Pirate Soft Play Twin Wavy Slide - Ball Pool - Ball Canon Arena -Spiral Slide - Quality Cafe with Hot & Cold Menu - Plasma TV

Treasure Park (10 miles)

Redruth

Treasure Park Parkland, restaurant, bear works, pottery studio, find-a-fossil, 9 hole crazy golf, rides and more!

Mount Hawke Skate Park (12 miles)

Truro

Mount Hawke Skate Park - a converted 2000 square metre indoor farm warehouse that receieved a lottery grant turned into probably the best skate-park in Britain

The Bar and Cove Vean (13 miles)

Scilly

The Bar and Cove Vean Isolated but safe for swimming and snorkelling with plenty of rock pools to explore. Two separate linked beaches, both sandy, one with bronze age remains to explore.

Country Skittles (13 miles)

Hayle

Country Skittles A fantastic fun-filled family venue in the heart of beautiful West Cornwall. It's warm, friendly and absolutely great fun With skittle (bowling) alleys, lots of board games, a shooting gallery and great food it is perfect for a fun family visit.

Loggans Moor Brewers Fayre (15 miles)

Hayle

Loggans Moor Brewers Fayre A family friendly pub with a Wacky Warehouse style play area. Great idea if you're looking for fun things to do in Cornwall with children.

Hayle Swimming Pool (15 miles)

Hayle

Hayle Swimming Pool Unheated mid-1970s 25m outdoor pool. It normally opens in early June.

Tortoise Garden (16 miles)

St Austell

Tortoise Garden Over 140 different tortoises on view from toddlers to 90 years+ - come and see the newly hatched babies - not To be missed - See the REAL surviving Dinosaurs of this earth

Paradise Park (16 miles)

Hayle

Paradise Park - established 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. The JungleBarn indoor play centre was opened in 2005, so that there is plenty of active fun for kids even if the weather is cold and wet.

Lost Gardens of Heligan (16 miles)

St Austell

Lost Gardens of Heligan Discover the mysteries of The Lost Gardens, on an exploration through Victorian Productive Gardens & Pleasure Grounds, a sub-tropical Jungle, pioneering Wildlife Project and beyond

Jeepers Karting (16 miles)

Hayle

Jeepers Karting Jeepers Karting is one of 3 great attractions, family owned and run, all in one place. Great ideas if you're looking for fun things to do in Cornwall with children.

World of Model Railways (16 miles)

Mevagissey

World of Model Railways World of Model Railways - the Main Display has over 30 trains travelling through a varied landscapes including town, country, seaside and even a Alpine Winter.

Lappa Valley Steam Railway (16 miles)

Newquay

Lappa Valley Steam Railway A 2-mile steam train journey. Leisure park, paddle boats, canoes, 2 miniature railways, crazy golf, maze. Video of mine disaster and entrance to viewing platform of the largest mine engine house in Cornwall. Woodland walks and play area. Gift shop and tearoom with restaurant licence. Also, 12 hole pay and play golf course, separate charge.

Holywell Bay Fun Park (17 miles)

Newquay

Holywell Bay Fun Park -a variety of attractions including a huge maze that will really test your sense of direction, bumper boats, laser shooting orbitors, battle boats, go-karts and junior go-karts. The park also has a great climbing wall, indoor kids's play area and the largest 18-hole pitch and putt course in Cornwall.

Dairyland Farm World (17 miles)

Newquay

Dairyland Farm World - a great hands on experience to stroke, feed, cuddle and ride some of DairyLand's friendly farm animals. Hours of fun inside and out, on our all age inclusive play equipment and then to journey back in time through the Cornish Heritage Museum

The Play Zone (17 miles)

St Ives

The Play Zone 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 much more

St Michaels Mount (18 miles)

Marazion

St Michaels Mount 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 paradise and a close-knit island community. Delve into the history of a fortress, a priory, a harbour and a home.

Oasis Fun Pool (18 miles)

Newquay

Oasis Fun Pool - featuring the fast and furious high speed aqua whiz flume, the exciting wet & wild 265ft super flume, and the suitable for all gentle fun slide! A river rapid ride to take your breath away, and geyser for a real soaking, then get drenched under the giant tap, fountains and waterfalls too!

St Ives Treasure Trail (18 miles)

St Ives

St Ives Treasure Trail Looking for a fun and interesting way to explore Cornwall? Don’t just wander around aimlessly, do a Treasure Trail! Enjoy a fun family walk in the fresh air, exploring the local area, enjoying the beautiful scenery and solve an intriguing mystery at the same time.

St Ives Bay (19 miles)

St Ives

St Ives Bay A cluster of sandy beaches with varying types of ambience, from sheltered and calm to great surfing territory.

Tate St Ives (19 miles)

St Ives

Tate St Ives There is always something for families to do at Tate St Ives. Activity packs, interactive talks and a friendly staff team ensure that Tate St Ives provides ways for children and adults to explore the exhibitions together.

Ozzell Bowl (19 miles)

St Austell

Ozzell Bowl 8 newly refurbished MAD lanes, a brand new children's soft play area, their food bar offering quick convenient food, arcade games, pool tables, air hockey, and free Wi-Fi!

Hotel California Tenpin Bowling (19 miles)

Newquay

Hotel California Tenpin Bowling Great family friendly activity! At this 4 lane alley kids can use gutter guards and bowling ramps to even the odds, and they also do Glow In The Dark bowling for extra fun!

Newquay Waterworld (19 miles)

Newquay

Newquay Waterworld has 2 indoor pools - Tropical Fun Pool :where you can have loads of fun shooting the water cannon, wrestling with a crocodile, riding the flumes & kiddies slides, but beware of the spitting snakes or water tipper which may catch you unawares. 25m Swimming Pool: where you can practice your swimming & diving skills. Splash on down today!

Newquay Zoo (19 miles)

Newquay

Newquay Zoo Get closer to over 130 species at award winning Newquay Zoo! See the penguins relaxing in their pool, visit the creepiest crawlies in the atmospheric tropical house, watch the big cats get their lunch and learn more about conservation – a perfect day out for the whole family!

Tunnels Through Time (19 miles)

Newquay

Tunnels Through Time Tunnels Through Time where scenes of yesteryear are re-created with flair and artistry. Walk through this splendid mix of fact and fiction and come face to face with a wonderful array of colourful characters from the county's romantic and turbulent past.

Pot-tea Training (19 miles)

Newquay

Pot-tea Training - is all about the rewarding activity of pottery painting, made easy, and enjoying family time together. Unbeatable added value, novice friendly, fun trip out for Grannies to babies, enjoying a therapeutic activity plus you make something to use at home and treasure for life.

Blue Reef Aquarium (19 miles)

Newquay

Blue Reef Aquarium Take the ultimate undersea safari at the Blue Reef Aquarium in Newquay. Enjoy close encounters with everything from tropical sharks to enchanting seahorses!

New Quay Harbour (19 miles)

Cardigan Bay

New Quay Harbour Blue Flagged waters good for swimming and water sports, for which there is a centre by the harbour, with summer lifeguard cover. Excellent location to spot dolphins.

Charlestown Shipwreck Centre (20 miles)

St Austell

Charlestown Shipwreck Centre Housed in old china clay loading premises on the waterfront, the centre has a interesting collection of objects rescued from shipwrecks - kids can also play with remote controlled boats in a mini version of the port and dock outside

Lusty Glaze (20 miles)

Newquay

Lusty Glaze 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.

Springfields Fun Park & Pony Centre (20 miles)

Newquay

Springfields Fun Park & Pony Centre Springfields Fun Park & Pony Centre - 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.

Wheal Martyn Museum and Country Park (20 miles)

St Austell

Wheal Martyn Museum and Country Park Wheal Martyn is the UK’s only China Clay Mining Heritage Centre, set within 26 acres of nature trails amongst a preserved Victorian clay works. There’s plenty of outside space, a children’s challenge trail as well as an indoor interactive discovery centre. A truly unique day out suitable for all ages.

Sennen Cove (20 miles)

Penzance

Sennen Cove Sheltered by the mighty headland of Pedn-men-du, the Cove is tucked into the southeast corner of Whitesand Bay, with Sennen Cove Beach and Gwenver Beach to the northeast.

Porthcurno Beach (20 miles)

Penzance

Porthcurno Beach A perfect sandy beach with superb coastal scenery and summer lifeguard cover. There is a small flight of steps to the beach.

Jubilee Pool (20 miles)

Penzance

Jubilee Pool Spectacular open-air sea-water tidal lido with children's pool in middle. Open daily from 10.30am-6pm from May to September. Warning: can get cold!

Cornwalls Childrens Zoo (21 miles)

Newquay

Cornwalls Childrens Zoo An excellent family oriented all weather attraction with over 10,000 Sq ft under cover. 5500 Sq ft Tropical House with Exotic Plants, Lizards, Birds and Fish.

Kidzworld Indoor Play (21 miles)

St Austell

Kidzworld Indoor Play Visit Cornwallâs newest visitor attraction and discover 54,000 sq ft of âall weatherâ adventures. With all activities included, explore smugglers cove, reach the summit of the treehouse, whoosh down fast slides or successfully climb the DigiWall. 100% fun! KidzWorld Brings out the Child in us all.

Eden Project (21 miles)

St Austell

Eden Project - a unique living theatre of plants and people. The two large iconic Biomes and outdoor landscape contain plants from around the world. Come and discover the plants that we rely on for food, clothing, medicine and have a fun family day out at the same time.

FlowRider at Retallack Resort (23 miles)

St Columb Major

FlowRider at Retallack Resort The latest in board sports and the first in the UK - the FlowRider is a truly unique activity and a very memorable one. FlowRiding is sure to keep the kids happy and adults can either jump on as well or enjoy a drink on our sun decks overlooking the FlowRider.

Bedruthen Steps (24 miles)

Wadebridge

Bedruthen Steps An extensive and picturesque sandy beach for walkers and sunbathers, where dogs are welcome but entering the water is not advised.

St Eval Kart Circuit (24 miles)

Wadebridge

St Eval Kart Circuit The karts cater for all age groups, from only 3 years old and up, and have four circuits, spectator areas, large car parks and 'Arrive & Drive' sessions. A spectacular family day out but note the limited times.

Cornwalls Crealy Adventure Park (25 miles)

Tredinnick

Cornwalls Crealy Adventure Park Hold on tight for Morgawr, the exciting NEW roller coaster at Cornwall's Crealy. Plus discover wild rides, awesome indoor play, great adventures and the friendliest animals. Magical Family Fun Guaranteed!

Porthcurno Telegraph Museum (26 miles)

Penzance

Porthcurno Telegraph Museum Tells the story of electric telegraph communication over land and through cables under the sea. exhibitions, tunnels and sculpture garden with picnic area.

Geevor Tin Mine (26 miles)

Penzance

Geevor Tin Mine 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. Great idea when on family holidays in Cornwall

Bodmin & Wenford Railway (28 miles)

Bodmin

Bodmin & Wenford Railway The Bodmin & Wenford Railway is Cornwall's only standard gauge railway still operated by steam locomotives and the trains run through some delightful Cornish scenery.

Polperro Model Village (28 miles)

Polperro

Polperro Model Village Seven different stories of legends and superstitions from Cornish folklore and a chance to meet Merlin the Wizard. There is also a large 00 guage railway and a model village. Great ideas if you're looking for things to do in Cornwall with children.

Lands End Visitors Centre (29 miles)

Penzance

Lands End Visitors Centre Lands End Visitors Centre- The Last Labyrinth - Amazing tales of heroism, skulduggery and adventure told anew. An enthralling world with monsters, pirates, smugglers and shipwreckers, Arthur and the Age of Knights brought to life with images, sound and stunning special effects.

Constantine Bay (29 miles)

Padstow

Constantine Bay A west facing long sandy beach with a reputation as one of the best surfing beaches in Cornwall, though suitable for experienced surfers only.

Cardinham Woods (29 miles)

Bodmin

Cardinham Woods Cardinham is a beautiful mixed woodland, with a choice of waymarked trails that take you deep into the woods to discover stunning viewpoints and an intriguing history. Woods Cafe is on site serving a delicious array of hot and cold food and there is a lovely play area for children.

Porfell Wildlife Park (29 miles)

Liskeard

Porfell Wildlife Park At Porfell you will meet wallabies, marmosets, snakes, lemurs, meerkats, porcupines and of course 'Bert' the capybara as well as all your favourite farmyard animals and pets.

Carnglaze Caverns (33 miles)

Liskeard

Carnglaze Caverns Carnglaze consists of three underground caverns set in 6.5 acres of wooded hillside of the Loveny valley at St. Neot, near Liskeard.

The Monkey Sanctuary (33 miles)

Looe

The Monkey Sanctuary Set in beautiful woodland overlooking the picturesque Cornish Coast, we have been offering a safe home to monkeys in need since 1964. Much more than just monkeys, itÃ¯Â¿Â½s a great day out for the whole family, and you can rest assured that all income goes to support out charitable work.

Colliford Lake Park (35 miles)

Bodmin Moor

Colliford Lake Park Kids can run wild at the Colliford Kids Kingdom in the mega ball pool, mazes, toboggan run and rollers. Head to the Woodland Kingdom for the demon drop slide, bumper boats, pedaloes and eco-carts or take part in a nature trail in the Moorland Kingdom.

Adrenalin Quarry (36 miles)

Liskeard

Adrenalin Quarry The Zip is the UK's Longest Zip Wire, hurling you over our flooded quarry at speeds that'll get your heart pumping. There's nothing like it anywhere in the UK and it's suitable for all ages.

KartWorld (36 miles)

Liskeard

KartWorld Caters for all ages, with custom tracks and go karts for toddlers, children and adults.

Lakefield Equestrian Centre (38 miles)

Camelford

Lakefield Equestrian Centre is an approved centre offering full equestrian facilities and catering for all abilities, from complete beginner to the more advanced rider.

Tintagel Castle (39 miles)

Tintagel

Tintagel Castle With its spectacular location on Cornwalls dramatic and windswept Atlantic coastline, Tintagel is a place of magic and myth where the legend of King Arthur was born. This historic spot is rich in flora and fauna and provides a breeding ground for sea birds, lizards and butterflies. Tintagel Castle is CornwallâÂÂs most iconic site. A strong hold of the Earls of Cornwall, the castle was built in the 13th century. Now in ruins, it still has the power to inspire.

Museum of Witchcraft (42 miles)

Boscastle

Museum of Witchcraft '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 over forty years and is amongst Cornwall's most popular museums.'

Callington Space Centre (42 miles)

Callington

Callington Space Centre The Callington Space Centre is a project aiming to promote interest in astronomy and space science throughout the community.Based at Callington in Cornwall, UK the Space Centre is working hard, through education at Primary, Secondary and Adult levels, to increase awareness of the universe in which we live.

Mount Edgcumbe (43 miles)

Torpoint

Mount Edgcumbe Woodland, beach, park and pond if you're looking for nature you can't go wrong here - with added interesting bits in the form of boat trips, interactive sawmill and 'bat-cam'!

Mount Wise Swimming Pool (43 miles)

Plymouth

Mount Wise Swimming Pool Outdoor pool with toddler pool and sunbathing terrace.

Plymouth Karting and Laser Fighters (44 miles)

Plymouth

Plymouth Karting and Laser Fighters Indoor karting and laser quest in Plymouth! A fun and exciting day out for all ages 8 to adult. Kids' parties a speciality.

Plymouth Pavillions Ice Rink (44 miles)

Plymouth

Plymouth Pavillions Ice Rink boasts the only ice rink in the South West, the Swiss Lake Ice Rink is fitted with a state-of-the-art light and disco system so the regular ice discos held here have the best sound around.

Plymouth Pavilions Fun Pool (44 miles)

Plymouth

Plymouth Pavilions Fun Pool The Fun Pool provides fun for all the family with its two water slides and jacuzzi. It has a sloping beach area that allows babies and non-swimmers to gain confidence in the water, as well as full disabled access and facilities.

Tinside Lido (44 miles)

Plymouth

Tinside Lido Grade 2 listed open air sea water lido with water features and sunbathing facilities. Open May to September.

Trethorne Leisure Park (44 miles)

Launceston

Trethorne Leisure Park There is a programme of activities throughout the day, allowing customers to ride ponies, bottle feed lambs, hand milk cows, and stroke the animals. Activities in the play area include Pillow Bash, Bungee Run, Ball Pools, Slides, Trampolines and the Jolly Roger's Ball Blaster.

Trethorne Premier Bowl (44 miles)

Launceston

Trethorne Premier Bowl With 8 computerised lanes, Trethorne is one of Cornwall's Premier Ten Pin Bowling venues and is the perfect entertainment for all ages and occasions.

Hidden Valley Discovery Park (45 miles)

Launceston

Hidden Valley Discovery Park A unique country park with a real adventure for all the family. From the daring Crystal Challenges and the Vault; to the tranquility of lakes and forest walks. Miniature and ride on trains, the mysterious secret fountain and a beech hedge maze.

Merchant's House Museum (45 miles)

Plymouth

Merchant's House Museum 'From Elizabethan privateers to four mini museums in one, the Merchant's House has an interesting history.'

ClayArt (45 miles)

Plymouth

ClayArt Paint Your Own Pottery Studio is an indoor activity and is great for sunny or rainy days. It is great fun for everyone and brings out your creative side!

National Marine Aquarium (45 miles)

Plymouth

National Marine Aquarium The visual spectacular of the Atlantic Ocean tank is a wow with kids - they're sure to get a unique and inspiring take on of what makes fish such fascinating animals from the menacing Sand Tiger and Nurse Sharks to the graceful Eagle Rays to the mighty Tarpon and Barracuda.

Tenpin Plymouth (45 miles)

Plymouth

Tenpin Plymouth Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. This Tenpin has 24 lanes!

Tamar Valley Donkey Park (45 miles)

Gunnislake

Tamar Valley Donkey Park Fun for all with Donkeys, Sheep, Pigs, Rabbits & Guinea Pigs to feed and pet plus a huge indoor play barn

Jump Indoor Play Centre (46 miles)

Plymouth

Jump Indoor Play Centre Inflatable challenge, toddler zone, trampolines, football pitch, climbing walls, cafe, etc.

123 Jump Play Centre (46 miles)

Plymouth

123 Jump Play Centre The West Country's largest indoor play centre - blaster cannons, climbing walls, trampolines, football - getting tired just reading all the stuff you can do there!!

Morwellham Quay and Tamar Valley Trust (47 miles)

Tavistock

Morwellham Quay and Tamar Valley Trust 'An award-winning, evocative museum and visitor centre in the heart of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site and Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Just four miles west of Tavistock the historic port, mine workings and Estate, border the beautiful River Tamar. Amidst towering cliffs and gently rolling farmland, a lost world lives again.'

Plymouth Ski Centre (47 miles)

Plymouth

Plymouth Ski Centre is open daily between 10am and 10pm. We offer skiers, snowboarders and bladers of all levels the facilities to practice and learn new skills. Great idea for family days out in Devon

Saltram House and Gardens (47 miles)

Plymouth

Saltram House and Gardens A beautiful C18th mansion surrounded by landscaped park. The mansion features an array of things for its visitors to discover.

Tree Surfers (47 miles)

Tavistock

Tree Surfers Outdoor adventure for the whole family. Test yourselves on our tree top ropes trail with rope bridges, Tarzan swings and zip wires. Hire a bike to explore 30kms of woodland trails through the Tamar Valley, or see if you are more Robin Hood than Maid Marion on our Archery range.

The Barn Indoor Climbing Wall (47 miles)

Tavistock

The Barn Indoor Climbing Wall Youth climbing club based here at weekends will accept members as young as 7. Housed in a massive barn, this uniquely crafted climbing wall and free standing boulder provides a friendly and social place to train.

Drakes Den (48 miles)

Plymouth

Drakes Den New to Plymouth a brand new ROSPA checked and approved Soft Play Frame adventure with face painting and other sides.

Buckland Abbey (48 miles)

Yelverton

Buckland Abbey 'In the 13th century, Buckland Abbey was home to the Cistercian monks who built the Abbey and the incredible Great Barn and farmed the then vast estate. The Abbey, now a house with a combination of furnished rooms and interactive museum galleries, tells the story of how two seafaring adventurers – Sir Richard Grenville and Sir Francis Drake – changed the shape of the house and the fate of the country.'

Dartmoor Treasure Trail (50 miles)

Dartmoor

Dartmoor Treasure Trail Looking for a fun and interesting way to explore Dartmoor? Why not try a Treasure Trail! These fun and exciting trails will teach you fascinating facts about the area and show you some beautiful scenery. Enjoy a fun family walk in the fresh air whilst solving an intriguing mystery!

Dartmoor Zoological Park (52 miles)

Plymouth

Dartmoor Zoological Park There are over 200 animals at Dartmoor Zoological Park: from tiny stick insects to Ben our Brown Bear or Solomon our Lion, all set in over 30 acres of beautiful parkland. Discover something different, learn something amazing and help us make tomorrow's world rich in animal life.

Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre (52 miles)

Lifton

Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre 'The Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre is proud to present the National Fairground Collection. It is a facility unique in the UK, designed to capture the magic of a bygone age through exhibits, vintage engineering and stunning artwork displays.
The Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre is a 45,000 square foot indoor attraction that provides a unique opportunity to view our Fairground Heritage in a beautiful rural location.'

The Splash (53 miles)

Bude

The 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 general leisure swimming for all the family with the thrill of the wave machine and a chance to ride the flume. There are also a variety of other sessions run at Splash i.e. Length swimming, Parent and Toddlers, Over 50’s and Aquafit classes.

Bigbury on Sea Beach (55 miles)

Modbury

Bigbury on Sea Beach Blue Flag awarded sandy beach, with sea tractor visits to Burgh Island available.

Thurlestone Sands (55 miles)

Thurlestone

Thurlestone Sands A favourite spot for water sports including kayaking, windsurfing and diving. Swimming is safe too, and lifeguard cover is full summer.

Dartmoor Prison Museum (56 miles)

Princetown

Dartmoor Prison Museum Dartmoor Prison has a long and fascinating history that has seen many changes in its fortunes. But it is also at the cutting edge of modern penal practice, developing ways to help offenders change their lives and to protect the public.

Harlequinns Leisure (57 miles)

Bude

Harlequinns Leisure Screamers has six fun packed levels for up to 12sincluding a separate toddler area. Ten pin bowling, cafe, and arcade with air hockey and dance machines all also available on site.

Atlantic Pursuits (57 miles)

Bude

Atlantic Pursuits Atlantic Pursuits offer an action-packed programme of outdoor activities for anyone, of any age and no previous experience is needed!

Bryher Beach (57 miles)

Scilly

Bryher Beach Isolated little sandy beach more suited to exploring than lounging on.

Pentle Bay (57 miles)

Scilly

Pentle Bay White sanded beach with excellent and safe swimming and snorkelling conditions though no lifeguard.

Overbecks Museum and Garden (58 miles)

Salcombe

Overbecks Museum and Garden 'One of the most fascinating and exotic gardens in the South West; explore the banana garden, meander through the towering purple echiums or just relax beneath palms and soak up the spectacular panorama across miles of beautiful coastline and estuary.'

Pennywell Farm (62 miles)

Buckfastleigh

Pennywell Farm Treat your family to the very best with a full day of hands on animal action at Pennywell Farm near Buckfastleigh. With animal activities, shows and rides galore all included in the admission price, you won't waste a single minute. Home of the world famous Pennywell Miniature Pigs.

Buckfastleigh Swimming Pool (62 miles)

Newton Abbott

Buckfastleigh Swimming Pool Heated outdoor swim facility in picturesque Victoria Park offering a variety of session types including Fun Inflatable! (open June to September)

South Devon Railway (63 miles)

Buckfastleigh

South Devon Railway 'The South Devon Railway is one of Devon’s and the West Country’s best loved tourist attractions and is the longest established steam railway in the south west.'

Buckfast Butterflies and Otter Sanctuary (63 miles)

Buckfastleigh

Buckfast Butterflies and Otter Sanctuary See at first hand exotic butterflies and moths from around the world free flying in a tropical landscaped garden, plus beautiful birds, fish and terrapins can also be found. Three different species of otter along with our own native British otter are always there to greet you.

Dart Rock Climbing Centre (63 miles)

Buckfastleigh

Dart Rock Climbing Centre - is THE home of indoor rock climbing in the South West. Built by climbers for everyone, Dart Rock provides indoor and outdoor rock climbing activities to the highest of standards in an encouraging and fun atmosphere.

River Dart Country Park (63 miles)

Newton Abbot

River Dart Country Park Located in the Dartmoor National Park, it has an award winning campsite and is open daily from Easter to the end of September for fun and adventurous days out for families. Set in 90 acres, with lakes, parkland and woods with the majestic River Dart flowing through the Park it is the ideal place to stay or visit. Children can run and play on our Pirate Ship lake and Adventure Playgrounds and the on-site facilities cater for everyone.

Museum of Dartmoor Life (63 miles)

Oakhampton

Museum of Dartmoor Life Dartmoor Life is a bright, novel, attractive place to visit. There you can discover what has happened to the Dartmoor environment over time and see how Dartmoor people have made a living and changed Dartmoor in doing so. See also how they have lived at home. You may even recognise your grandparents' kitchen and living room, but not necessarily the prices they had to pay for things in their time.

Okehampton Castle (63 miles)

Okehampton

Okehampton Castle The remains of the largest castle in Devon, in an outstandingly picturesque setting on a wooded spur above the rushing River Okement. Begun soon after the Norman Conquest as a motte and bailey castle with a stone keep, it was converted into a sumptuous residence in the 14th century by Hugh Courtenay, Earl of Devon,much of whose work survives. After the last Courtenay owner fell foul of Henry VIII in 1538, it declined into an allegedly haunted ruin. Riverside picnic area and woodland walks nearby.

Woodlands Leisure Park (64 miles)

Dartmouth

Woodlands Leisure Park Looking for things to do on rainy days? Woodlands Family Theme Park is excellent value whatever the weather. Play all day in massive Fun Factories, indoor rides, 2 Master Blaster Arenas and Soft Play Centres – let off steam this winter at only £6.50 for a full day of fun. An all weather family attraction with something for everyone, big style playzones to entertain big & small kids all day.

Ashburton Swimming Pool (64 miles)

Ashburton

Ashburton Swimming Pool Outdoor pool, some fun sessions.

Totnes Castle (65 miles)

Totnes

Totnes Castle A classic Norman motte and bailey castle, founded soon after the Conquest to overawe the Saxon town. A later stone shell-keep crowns its steep mound, giving sweeping views across the town rooftops to the River Dart.

Totnes Rare Breeds Farm (65 miles)

Totnes

Totnes Rare Breeds Farm More than just a petting farm. Totnes Rare Breeds Farm is a non-profit-making organisation, which relies on the work of volunteers and the great support of its customers. It aims to preserve endangered species of farm animals and the diversity of British wildlife. It is also a fantastic day out!

Burrow Farm Gardens (65 miles)

Axminster

Burrow Farm Gardens 'East Devon’s secret garden. Ten acres of beautifully landscaped gardens.'

Milky Way Adventure Park (66 miles)

Bideford

Milky Way Adventure Park One of Devon's biggest and best. With Devon's largest rollercoaster, a caterpillar ride that's designed just for little ones, driod destroyer dodgems and fantastic live shows throughout the day, there really is something for the whole family! All the rides, shows and vast indoor play areas are included in the price! It's a great day out whatever the weather.

Miniature Pony Centre (66 miles)

Moretonhampstead

Miniature Pony Centre Animals, adventure, and discovery all set in 20 acres of beautiful parkland. A truly captivating family attraction in Devon, with miniature ponies and much much more. Set in an idyllic setting in the heart of scenic Dartmoor, there is plenty of beautiful countryside to explore.

Chagford Swimming Pool (66 miles)

Chagford

Chagford Swimming Pool Heated outdoor river fed pool.

Blackpool Sands (66 miles)

Dartmouth

Blackpool Sands Blue Flag awarded beauty spot, great for swimming and water sports, many local amenities including a stunning historical garden nearby.

Clovelly Village (66 miles)

Bideford

Clovelly Village A magnificent and unique location in the West Country, not to be missed!

Becky Falls Woodland Park (67 miles)

Newton Abbot

Becky Falls Woodland Park offers stunning scenic walks for all ages and abilities, lots of animals to meet and feed and, of course, the beautiful Becky Falls themselves, which were described by one newspaper as "a 70ft drop of sheer aquatic magic". A great family day out in Devon.

Berry Pomeroy Castle (67 miles)

Totnes

Berry Pomeroy Castle Visit the most haunted castle in Devon! A historic site with a tale of love, deadly deeds and horror! A castle never completed, it now stands as a ruin amongst the woods and rocky outcrops of Berry Pomeroy. Let children discover the ruins and learn of a romantic history through the audio tour.

Dartmouth Museum (68 miles)

Dartmouth

Dartmouth Museum Local museum with hands on exhibits for big kids and the grownups they turn into! Hands on science, learn to tie knots, put your Granny in the stocks! Amazing model ships; things about Dartmouth in the two world wars, quizzes, not stuffy at all!

River Link (68 miles)

Dartmouth

River Link Pleasure boat cruises and trips up and down the River Dart, from Dartmouth to Totnes in Devon, UK.

Castle Drogo (68 miles)

Exeter

Castle Drogo Visit the last castle built in England!

Dartmouth Castle (68 miles)

Dartmouth

Dartmouth Castle Visiting Dartmouth? Complete your day out with a picturesque river boat trip to the castle from the town quay, landing you a minutes walk from the castle. One of the most picturesquely- sited fortresses in England. For over six hundred years Dartmouth Castle has guarded the narrow entrance to the Dart Estuary and the busy, vibrant port of Dartmouth.

Paignton Zoo (69 miles)

Paignton

Paignton Zoo Explore 80 acres of natural habitat and see the hundreds of animals that live there. As well as seeing the animals, thereâs plenty of other things to do â" get your face painted, catch the feeding times or let off steam in our playareas.

Bovey Tracey Swimming Pool (69 miles)

Newton Abbott

Bovey Tracey Swimming Pool Heated outdoor pool with toddler pool.

RHS Garden Rosemoor (70 miles)

Great Torrington

RHS Garden Rosemoor Here at Rosemoor we pride ourselves on offering something for everyone to enjoy, whatever your age or interest! Our enchanting 65 acres of garden is constantly changing with each season bringing new delights in scents and colours. Follow the children's trails and discover a whole new world in the garden.

Dartington Crystal Glass (70 miles)

Great Torrington

Dartington Crystal Glass 'Around 200,000 people visit Dartington each year - A Great Day Out for all the family. Whilst here you will learn about the 40 years of history with Dartington Crystal at the Audio Visual Theatre, follow the Dartington Timeline from 1967 to present day, then watch the expert Master Engraving demonstration; even buy that special piece and have it personalised. You can then watch the live demonstration of Studio Glassmaking and try the many hands on activities we have to offer.'

Sunny Day Play (70 miles)

Paignton

Sunny Day Play Indoor play centre with soft play for toddlers and play frame for older children. There is a cafe selling hot and cold drinks and snacks.

Quaywest Waterpark (70 miles)

Paignton

Quaywest Waterpark Choose from 8 different flumes from the gentle Surf Lagoon to the exhilarating Screamer or the wild Kamikaze. For the younger ones, there's the Toon Town Pool where they can paddle in safety. Children can play to their hearts content in the Submarine Play Zone.

Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway (70 miles)

Paignton

Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway is the holiday line from Paignton with steam trains running in Great Western tradition along the spectacular Torbay coast to Churston and through the wooded slopes to Kingswear for Dartmouth.

Wacky Warehouse - Flagship (70 miles)

Paignton

Wacky Warehouse - Flagship has a purpose built indoor play structure which keeps children amused for hours and whacks them out - leaving the adults to do whatever they want for a few minutes!!

Paignton Pier (70 miles)

Paignton

Paignton Pier 'Great Amusements with the Latest Machines, Mega Slide, Crazy Golf, Beach Shop, Orbiter Dodgems, Cafe, Takeaway, Ice Cream, Rock and Sweet Shop, Ten Pin Bowling, Trampolines, Bouncy Castle, Snack Bar, Seafood Kiosk, Fresh Donuts, Burgers and Chips, Home Made Fudge Shop, Shooting Gallery, Remote Control Cars and Games for all the Family.'

Discovery Island (71 miles)

Bideford

Discovery Island or a real adventure pick your way through the Mystery Maze or hop aboard the Pirate Galleon. Who knows, you may even find lost treasures whilst panning for gold.. Good idea if you're after fun things to do in Devon with kids.

Tumbling Teds Playhouse (71 miles)

Newton Abbot

Tumbling Teds Playhouse Great indoor playcentre for the 6's and under containing slides, ball pool, playhouses, climbing equipment, treehouse and funbus.

Bear Feet Playcentre (71 miles)

Newton Abbot

Bear Feet Playcentre The play areas are sectioned into "Under 4's" and "Above 4's" and children are allowed to play up to the age of 12. There is also a small separated indoor basketball court and a ball blowing machine. Good idea if you're after things to do in Devon with kids.

Cockington Court (71 miles)

Torquay

Cockington Court Fun indoor and outdoor activities plus special family events to suit all ages. Historic manor house and church in stunning country park setting. Sensory Play park, mystery trail, horse drawn carriage rides, working craftsmen, artists, café and handmade gifts for sale. Nature walks and cycling trails. Free entry.

Wizz Kidz (71 miles)

Brixham

Wizz Kidz - try the 2 lane wavy slide or tube slide, score goals at the football courts, try our climbing wall or explore the specially designed play area for children between the ages of 0 and 3. If you're 3 and over use the multi level play frame.

Brixham Heritage Museum (71 miles)

Brixham

Brixham Heritage Museum A fascinating museum promoting and revealing the complete history of Brixham.

Kingsteignton Swimming Pool (71 miles)

Kingsteignton

Kingsteignton Swimming Pool Heated outdoor pools, main and toddler.

The Golden Hind at Brixham (72 miles)

Brixham

The Golden Hind at Brixham There's so much to see and explore above and below its five decks, with many hands on exhibits giving the visitor of all ages a wonderful insight to the incredible life at sea in Tudor times.

Canonteign Falls (72 miles)

Exeter

Canonteign Falls 'Home to England's highest waterfall, descending a staggering 220 ft, Canonteign Falls is a breathtaking tourist attraction, and a wonderful day out in Devon for all the family. '

Tore Abbey (72 miles)

Torquay

Tore Abbey Welcome to the heart of Torquay – past, present and future. Imagine the silent prayers of the Abbey's medieval "White Canons". Picture the opulent lifestyle of the Cary family who transformed the Abbey into a fine country home. Today you can experience the many lives of Torre Abbey and experience its place, still at the heart of the English Riviera. Enjoy our impressive permanent art collection and lively programme of contemporary arts events. Visit the picturesque gardens, with exotic and exciting plants and even some mysteries to be solved.

Waves Leisure Pool (72 miles)

Torquay

Waves Leisure Pool No matter what the weather it's great fun for all the family! With its unique sloping floor, flume and wave machine you are guaranteed an enjoyable time. The pool is available for private hire and we also hold various swimming lessons throughout the year including parent & toddler sessions.

Play Cafe (72 miles)

Torquay

Play Cafe An Indoor Play Centre that’s great fun for kids of all ages !! we offer a variety of fun Including a multi level frame, lounge area, children’s hair salon, computer suite, and party rooms for private hire.

Westward Ho! Beach (72 miles)

Bideford

Westward Ho! Beach Blue Flag award winning sand and pebble beach offering good swimming, water sports and some local entertainments.

Living Coasts (72 miles)

Torquay

Living Coasts Take a journey around the coasts of the world where amazing plants and animals live life on the edge. You'll see birds and mammals in specially-designed naturalistic habitats. With outdoor and indoor exhibits, there's plenty to see and do whatever the weather.

Rock Garden Caves and Nursery (72 miles)

Chudleigh

Rock Garden Caves and Nursery 'The Rock Gardens, set in the picturesque setting of the old Palace Quarry. There are about 8 acres of wild gardens, ponds, a Rock Walk with lovely views from the top and a small, but attractive illuminated cave with interesting formations, all for you to discover.'

AMF Torquay (72 miles)

Torquay

AMF Torquay Kids love bowling, and if they are under 6 they can use a ramp and gutter guards. This AMF has 21 lanes!

Rainbow Funhouse (73 miles)

Torquay

Rainbow Funhouse 13,000 Sq ft of ACTION PACKED ADVENTURE! Including: Race Track, Flumes and slides, Video Room - Themed Rooms for parties- Pirates, Fairies or the Circus!

Chudleigh Lido (73 miles)

Chudleigh Norton Abbott

Chudleigh Lido Lido with lifeguards, all weather shelter, BBQ, heated pool and reasonable rates.

Bygones Victorian Museum (73 miles)

Torquay

Bygones Victorian Museum Shopping as our grandparents used to shop. Memories of journeys on the romantic steam trains our parents knew. Escape into the magic lands of fantasy where every generation loves to go.

Waie 2 Play (73 miles)

Crediton

Waie 2 Play Pleasingly large indoor and outdoor play areas with features like air cannons, zip wires and plenty of climbing frames.

Babbacombe Model Village (73 miles)

Torquay

Babbacombe Model Village Hundreds of animated models, scenes, vehicles and people make up the world of Babbacombe Model Village. Lots of humour and fun animated features, set amongst 4 acres of delightful gardens make this a fantastic day out for families.

Kents Cavern (73 miles)

Torquay

Kents Cavern Take a guided tour around Britain's most important Stone Age Heritage site. These prehistoric caves, at over 500,000 years old are the oldest recognisable examples of human dwelling in the UK. Great if you're looking for fun family days out in Devon.

Lundy Island (73 miles)

Bideford

Lundy Island Why not take a trip out to Lundy Island - there are many guided rambles and walks and snorkelling safaris in the summer. Pub on island serving hot food.

Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre (74 miles)

Bideford

Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre Get wet, climb high, stay low, whatever you want, you can do it! Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre will give you a day to remember. Play as a family or leave the adults at home, either way everyone can find fun, challenge, inspiration and laughter at Skern.

Haldon Forest Park (75 miles)

Kennford

Haldon Forest Park 'Whether you want a quiet gentle stroll or an exhilarating mountain biking experience, there's something for you at Haldon Forest Park. 3,500 acres of woodland just fifteen minutes from Exeter.'

Go Ape! Haldon (75 miles)

Exeter

Go Ape! Haldon Go Ape is the UK's No.1 Forest Adventure. Take to the trees and speed down zip slides. They’re part of an exciting course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and crossings; all set high above the forest floor.

Thanks for all the great things to do in Falmouth with kids you keep sending in.
Now the school half term is upon us are with winter and the christmas holidays fast approaching, we're trying to find as many fun things to do with kids as possible, especially cheap and free family friendly places to visit this year - theme parks, waterparks and swimming pools, museums, indoor playcentres and softplay for toddlers, petting farms, wildlife parks and zoos, aquariums, castles, steam railways, pottery making and ceramic cafes, roller and ice skating rinks, karting tracks, snowdomes, dry and indoor ski slopes, climbing walls, activity centres, ten pin bowling alleys and all the other best family tourist attractions, that you can visit at the weekend.

Also teachers may find the site useful for ideas for the best places to take their classes on school journeys with many historical and educational atractions listed

So, if you've been for great days out with the kids, or a school trip, which isn't shown above, just send in an email and we'll add it on so people visiting on holidays and all the other children in Cornwall can enjoy the great day out as well.