Family fun in Cornwall

The summer months and warmer weather have taken hold of the places we care for in Cornwall, which makes it an ideal time to head out exploring. Long stretching beaches, exotic gardens and historic houses await. Where will your next family outing take you?

Trelissick   Cornwall

Family adventures at Trelissick

Come and enjoy a summer of play at Trelissick and see how many challenges you can complete.

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Family group at Trerice
Trerice   Cornwall

Family activities at Trerice

Enjoy a summer of play at Trerice and see how many challenges you can complete in the get set, go! trail.

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children enjoying a sack race
Antony   Cornwall

Enter a world of play at Antony with Sport England

Discover this family-friendly trail at Antony with challenges, games and activities to complete along the way, supported by Sport England.

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Family having a picnic on the beach at Studland Family having a picnic on the beach at Studland/ National Trust Images/David Levenson

Seven days of summer fun in North Cornwall 

Whether you fancy spending time on the beach or enjoying a walk on the coast path, there’s no better time to enjoy the outdoors. Why not have a go at our seven days of fun? Here are a few ideas on how to make the most of the summer.

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A honey bee collects pollen from a purple Dahlia
Godolphin   Cornwall

Summer Games at Godolphin

Gather the family together for some outside fun and games. From archery, 50 Things activities and a busy bee challenge – there’s lots to do at Godolphin to get you up, out and active this summer holiday.

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Have fun with 'Get set, go' cards at a place near you
Trengwainton Garden   Cornwall

Summer family fun at Trengwainton Garden

Are you ready, get set, go for outdoor play this summer? Step this way for family adventures and explorations from 25 July.

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Splash about for some school holiday fun
Glendurgan Garden   Cornwall

Family fun at Glendurgan

Make a splash or take a moment in our chill out zone. What will you join in with during summer of play at Glendurgan?

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Visitors at the derelict lifeboat station at Polpeor Cove, Lizard Point, Cornwall

Family friendly beaches in Cornwall 

There are lots of beaches to explore in Cornwall. Here are some that are looked after by the National Trust awaiting your visit, and are beautiful year-round for hardy souls who brave a visit whatever the season.

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California golden poppies and the Summer House at Cotehele, Cornwall

Gardens in Cornwall 

Cornwall is not only home to far stretching dramatic coastline and countryside, but also a number of beautiful and historic gardens. Across this ancient land are gardens rooted in history.