Blue Reef Aquarium

2 miles from Port Quin

Port Quin is a peaceful coastal inlet in North Cornwall with spectacular scenery, wildlife, and walking trails along the South West Coast Path. Visitors can enjoy views of historic Doyden Castle, spot seabirds and butterflies, and explore nearby hamlets and headlands such as Pentire and The Rumps. Amenities include a small car park, a food kiosk, and seasonal dog access.

2 miles from Tregrehan

Tregrehan is a sheltered botanical garden in Cornwall featuring a temperate rainforest with champion trees, a glasshouse range, and a walled garden. Visitors can enjoy both outdoor woodland and garden experiences as well as relaxing indoor spaces with refreshments. The site is mostly wheelchair accessible and offers group tours and light refreshments onsite.

Located in St Austell

St Austell is a historic market town in Cornwall known for its china clay industry heritage, local brewery, cultural landmarks, churches, and proximity to popular tourist attractions like the Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan.

Near St Mawes Castle

St Mawes Castle is a well-preserved 16th-century artillery fort in Cornwall built by Henry VIII to defend against invasions. Visitors can explore its historic stone keep, decorated with carvings and gun batteries, as well as outdoor terraces and gardens overlooking the Carrick Roads waterway. The site offers a mix of indoor historic rooms and outdoor fortifications.

Near Boscastle

Boscastle in Cornwall is a charming coastal village featuring a natural harbour, historic cottages, and scenic walks including cliffs and ancient farmland. Visitors can enjoy a National Trust shop, café, and explore woodland and coastline with unique wildlife and geological features.

3 miles from Cloam oven baking demonstration

8 Oct, 10 Oct

Staff demonstrate how the cloam oven at Tintagel Old Post Office is used, from lighting it with gorse to removing the cooked goods. The demonstration takes place in the main hall.

Near Caerhays Castle & Gardens

Caerhays Castle & Gardens in Cornwall offers world-class exotic gardens with historic Nash mansion at its heart, featuring extensive outdoor gardens and indoor castle tours. The venue is mostly wheelchair accessible and pet friendly, includes a café and shop, and welcomes visitors for garden exploration and guided castle tours during specified seasons.

3 miles from The Dodman

The Dodman is Cornwall's highest south coast headland featuring an Iron Age promontory fort, historical signal house, and a large granite cross. It offers scenic coastal walks, beaches, and nature watching opportunities, ideal for outdoor exploration and family activities.

Near Crantock Beach

Crantock Beach in North Cornwall offers a stunning outdoor experience with long sandy beach, dunes, and wildlife-rich grasslands. Visitors can enjoy coastal walks, wildflower displays, and seasonal lifeguard safety. There are refreshments available at the car park kiosk, dog walking is welcomed, and child-friendly areas like the beach and dunes provide fun for all ages.

3 miles from Romans in Cornwall talk

9 Oct

A volunteer-led talk exploring the impact of the Romans’ presence in Cornwall, and the fact that they were not present in the county.

Located in Newquay

Newquay is a popular seaside town in Cornwall known for its extensive sandy beaches, renowned surfing conditions, rich historical sites, and vibrant cultural events, including major music festivals and spaceport activities.

2 miles from Roswarne House

Roswarne House is a Grade II* Regency historic house in Camborne with owner-led tours, parkland grounds, and a tea room serving fresh meals. Visitors can enjoy a rich historical experience with access to elegant interior rooms and outdoor parkland. The venue offers accessibility features and caters to groups and educational visits.

2 miles from Pencarrow House & Gardens

Pencarrow House & Gardens is a historic Georgian house with Grade II* listed gardens offering guided tours, extensive outdoor gardens including woodland and a lake, and facilities like a café and children's playground. Visitors can enjoy a rich collection of portraits and antiques indoors, while exploring outdoor formal gardens and natural features.

2 miles from Enys Gardens

Enys Gardens is a 30-acre historic garden and woodland near Penryn, Cornwall, featuring beautiful outdoor spaces, accessible facilities, a cafe, a shop, and occasional house events. It offers trails for children and free admission to Historic Houses members.

Located in Falmouth

Falmouth is a historic port town in Cornwall, England, known for its deep natural harbour, maritime heritage, cultural institutions, and scenic coastal beaches, attracting tourists for its arts, history, and waterfront activities.

2 miles from Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps

Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps offers spectacular north Cornish coastline views with access to rocky beaches, historic mining heritage, and protected natural landscape. Maintained by the National Trust, it features a shop and café, coastal walks, and stargazing opportunities as a Dark Sky site.

3 miles from Trerice

Trerice House is a historic Tudor manor near Newquay, Cornwall, featuring an elaborately rebuilt 16th-century house with extensive gardens. Owned by the National Trust, it offers visitors a glimpse into the history of the Arundell family and Tudor architecture within landscaped grounds.

3 miles from Archaeological tour of Trerice

16 Oct (next Friday)

An hour-long guided outdoor tour of Trerice’s gardens explores the site’s archaeological and architectural history, including notable features and archaeological finds.

3 miles from Lanhydrock

Lanhydrock is a historic Victorian family country house set within a large estate featuring beautiful formal gardens, parkland and woodlands. Visitors can explore the Jacobean mansion interior with its rich history and also enjoy extensive outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and family-friendly events. Cafes and shops provide food and shopping options on site.

3 miles from Turning the Page

15 Oct (next Thursday)

Join Lanhydrock’s House Team and Head Gardener to explore rare and historic books from the collection and discover what they reveal about 17th-century gardening, the house and its former residents.