Flambards Theme Park

2 miles from Trebah Garden

Trebah is a sub-tropical garden in Cornwall featuring diverse plants, water features, and a coastal setting, open year-round with refreshments and dog-friendly policies.

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 Paradise Park, Cornwall

Paradise Park is a wildlife sanctuary in Hayle, Cornwall, featuring over 1000 birds and animals, conservation programs including red squirrels and red pandas, a miniature railway, and seasonal bird shows.

2 miles from Glendurgan Garden

Glendurgan Garden is a National Trust garden located above the hamlet of Durgan in Cornwall, renowned for its historic cherry laurel maze and diverse plant collections including bamboo and agave.

Near Botallack Mine

Botallack Mine is a historic former submarine tin and copper mine located in Cornwall, England. It features iconic cliffside engine house ruins and extensive underground tunnels beneath the Atlantic Ocean. The site is part of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape UNESCO World Heritage Site and is owned by the National Trust. Visitors can explore the striking industrial heritage setting along the South West Coast Path. The mine has cultural significance and has served as a filming location for the Poldark television series.

Near Ruins of the Tin Coast

7–31 Oct (another 22 days)

A daily outdoor talk and tour at Botallack explores the ruins of the Tin Coast, sharing the history and stories of the landscape and its industry.

3 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.

2 miles from Marazion Marsh

Marazion Marsh is Cornwall's largest reedbed nature reserve, known for its diverse wildlife including birds, plants, insects and mammals. It is a significant spot for birdwatching, with important wintering sites and starling murmurations. The reserve is outdoor-focused with viewing areas and public access all year round.

3 miles from Holywell

Holywell is a coastal nature reserve in North Cornwall featuring a long sandy beach, ancient historical sites including an Iron Age cliff castle and a Bronze Age barrow, and a holy well accessible at low tide. It offers outdoor activities like walking, surfing, and wildlife spotting, with seasonal lifeguard cover and a beach kiosk for refreshments. Dogs are welcome and facilities include accessible toilets and parking.

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.

2 miles from Hayle Estuary

Hayle Estuary is a natural wetland reserve in Cornwall offering visitors opportunities to observe diverse birdlife in their habitat throughout the year. It features accessible nature trails and hides for birdwatching, set within an outdoor environment near the town of Hayle and a sandy beach nearby.

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.

2 miles from St Michael's Mount

St Michael's Mount is a tidal island in Cornwall featuring a historic Grade I listed castle and chapel, managed by the National Trust, accessible by a tidal causeway. Visitors can explore both outdoor gardens and outdoor ramparts as well as indoor historic rooms. The site is rich in history, folklore, and natural geology, offering food options and activities appealing to children.

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.

2 miles from Bosveal

Bosveal is a scenic outdoor venue near Falmouth, Cornwall, offering woodland valleys, secluded beaches, and riverside walks perfect for families and dog walkers. It features trails along the Helford River and the South West Coast Path but has uneven terrain and steps making it less accessible for wheelchairs.

Near Porth

Porth near Portscatho in Cornwall offers an outdoor coastal experience with beach access, woodland walks, and the South West Coast Path. Facilities include a concession café and parking with charges, with free parking for National Trust members. Accessible paths are available, though beach access involves steep and uneven terrain. Dogs are welcome all year round.

Near Halliggye Fogou

Halliggye Fogou is a well-preserved Iron Age underground stone tunnel complex in Cornwall, managed by English Heritage, open to the public free of charge and notable for its archaeological significance and WWII history.

Near Tregiffian Burial Chamber

The Tregiffian Burial Chamber is a Neolithic or early Bronze Age chambered cairn near Lamorna in Cornwall. It is a rare type of passage grave called an Entrance grave, featuring a stone-lined entrance leading to a central burial chamber. The site is managed for public heritage and lies close to the Merry Maidens stone circle.

2 miles from Godrevy

Godrevy is a coastal headland in Cornwall featuring a historic lighthouse, popular surf beaches, rich wildlife habitats including seabirds and seals, and managed by the National Trust with access to walking paths and a café on site.

2 miles from East Pool mine

East Pool Mine is a historic metalliferous mine in Cornwall, featuring preserved beam engines and an Industrial Discovery Centre, offering both indoor and outdoor experiences related to the mining heritage of the area.

Located in Redruth

Redruth is a historic market town in Cornwall known for its rich mining heritage, cultural attractions, and a walkable town centre with diverse shopping and dining options. It is well connected by rail and local public transport, serving as a hub for exploring the surrounding area.

3 miles from Godolphin

The Godolphin Estate is a National Trust property in Cornwall featuring a Grade I listed Tudor/Stuart mansion with Elizabethan stables, early formal gardens, and significant archaeological sites. The estate offers a mix of indoor historic house exploration and outdoor garden and landscape experiences, including views from Godolphin Hill. The house is open to the public on certain days and also available as a holiday let.

3 miles from Godolphin Mining Heritage Walk

19 May, 22–23 May…

Join a volunteer guide for a short walk through Godolphin’s mining landscape. The walk highlights surviving mining features and explains the historic relationship between Godolphin and mining.

Located in Hayle

Hayle is a historic port town in Cornwall, England known for its maritime heritage, industrial revolution history, scenic beaches and estuary, and ongoing harbour regeneration. It offers a walkable town centre with railway access and public transport, making it a popular tourist destination.

2 miles from St Anthony Head

St Anthony Head is a National Trust site at the southern tip of Cornwall's Roseland Peninsula, featuring a historic battery and lighthouse with scenic views over one of the world's largest natural harbours and designated protected natural areas.

3 miles from UK Fungus Day: ranger walk in the parkland at Trelissick

10 Oct (this Saturday)

Join the ranger team for a walk through Trelissick parkland, identifying and surveying grassland fungi such as waxcaps and puffballs.

Near Carn Euny

Carn Euny is an archaeological site in Cornwall showcasing well-preserved Iron Age and Romano-British ruins including stone roundhouses and a unique underground fogou passage. The site is free to visit and lies near the village of Sancreed on the Penwith peninsula.

3 miles from Art Exhibition by Sophie Anderson

1 Sep–30 Nov (another 52 days)

An exhibition of local artist Sophie Anderson’s paintings, inspired by the landscapes and changing light of Penwith’s coastline and moors. The works use pastel, oil and mixed media.

3 miles from Trelissick

Trelissick is a historic stately home and extensive garden located in Cornwall, England, owned by the National Trust. Visitors can explore both the house and its exceptional gardens featuring rare plants, woodland walks, and scenic estuary views within a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

3 miles from Trelissick community wildlife walk

9 Oct

A guided 5.5 km wildlife walk through the Trelissick estate, focusing on birds, autumn migration and findings from recent wildlife surveys. The route is taken at a leisurely pace with time to rest and enjoy the views.

2 miles from The Lost Gardens of Heligan

The Lost Gardens of Heligan is a large and romantic garden spanning over 200 acres featuring Victorian gardens, a sub-tropical Jungle, traditional breeds, wildlife, and ancient woodlands, offering a diverse outdoor and indoor visitor experience.