Two children hanging leaves on string in a garden with two adults nearby — Making leaf bunting at Trengwainton | © National Trust/Marina Rule

Family-friendly places around Cornwall

With long stretching beaches, exotic gardens and historic houses in Cornwall and Plymouth, there are lots of places to explore and visit for family fun.

Enjoy family-friendly adventures across Cornwall this half term - from spooky stories to outdoor quests, and magic and mystery. There is something for everyone at National Trust places near you.

Lanhydrock

Have an autumnal adventure around Lanhydrock as to complete the trail around the garden. 11 Oct-2 Nov, 10:30am-4pm

Cornish legend comes alive this October half term as Dark Cornwall create an immersive journey through the magic and myths of Cornwall along the winding paths of Trelissick garden. 25 Oct-2 Nov, 10am-5pm

An illustration that depicts figures of Cornish folklore at night at Trelissick

Antony

Join us for family fun at Antony this October half term. Take part in the pumpkin hunt, using the pumpkins as your guide to find various ghoulish activities in the garden. On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays between 2-30 Oct, 12-4.30pm

Glendurgan Garden

Embrace the changing season at Glendurgan Garden as you follow the autumn spotter sheet to discover fallen leaves from the garden’s trees, and contribute to the evolving autumn display at the willow arch. 25 Oct-2 Nov, 10.30am-5pm

Godolphin

Find out more about bats who make Godolphin their home through games and activities as you explore the garden this October half term. 25-31 Oct, 10am-5pm and 1-2 Nov, 10am-4pm

Trengwainton Garden

Follow the sensory trail and, touch, listen and smell your way around the garden. Collect fallen leaves to make leaf bunting, play pumpkin hoopla, fish for pumpkins and guess the weight of the pumpkin. Sunday to Thursday 26 Oct-2 Nov, 10am-5pm

Adults and toddler playing amongst autumn leaves

Trerice

Step into a world of magic and mystery this Halloween at Trerice, where dragons awaken and enchantment fills the air. 27-31 Oct, 10am-4.30pm

Saltram

Dress in your spookiest outfit and follow the trail around the garden to find all the magical beastly beings from folklore and collect the spells to complete your magical training. 25 Oct-9 Nov, 10am-4.15pm

A young girl explores dressed in a Halloween outfit.

Buckland Abbey

The mischievous Piskies that are back and this time they’re squabbling with the resident Buckland Trolls who have just woken up from their summer slumber. Come and see what games and tricks they play on each other and help out your selected side, are you #TeamTroll or #TeamPiskie? 18 Oct-2 Nov, 10am-4pm

A child dressed in a crown and rainbow wings in the foreground watches another child and an adult run around

Christmas in and around Cornwall

From a 60-foot garland to festive decorations and Cornish traditions, we've something for the whole family this Christmas in and around Cornwall. Here's a few suggestions to start planning your visit.

A member of staff at Trelissick decorating a tree for a Cornish Christmas

Discover all the best places to explore with your family for a great day out.

Family-friendly things to do at Lanhydrock

Discover what family-friendly activities are on offer at Lanhydrock, from visiting the reimagined Victorian nursery to exploring the estate by bicycle.

A girl playing on the rocking horse in the Nursery at Lanhydrock

Family-friendly things to do at Trelissick

Discover all the things to do on a family day out to Trelissick. Explore the garden and house, or head out on an adventure around the countryside estate. Find out what family-friendly events are coming up and plan your visit to Trelissick.

Family and dog walking along a woodland path at Hatchlands Park

Family-friendly things to do at Cotehele

Discover all the things to do on a family day out to Cotehele. Explore the garden and orchards and head out on an adventure around the estate. Find out what family-friendly events are coming up and how best to plan your day out at Cotehele with children in mind.

Family apple picking in the orchard at Cotehele

Family-friendly things to do at Pentire

All you need to know about visiting Pentire with children.

Playing eye spy is one of the fun things to do with families at Pentire.

Family-friendly things to do at Trerice

Discover what family-friendly activities are on offer at Trerice. Try a game of Cornish kayles, spot the mice around the house and try on Tudor-inspired costumes in the hayloft.

Children playing in the Orchard at Trerice, Cornwall

Family-friendly things to do at Godolphin

Take a look at what family-friendly events and activities we have at Godolphin. Get mucky in the mud-pie kitchen, explore nature up-close with the barefoot trail and enjoy the wide open spaces of nature in the gardens.

Family days out at Trengwainton

Explore our ideas for fun and accessible days out for the family, in a garden with room to run, hide, explore and have lots of adventures in nature.

Family-friendly things to do at Antony

Find out what family-friendly activities are on offer at Antony in Cornwall, in the house and garden.

Young boy dresses up in a top hat in the Storytelling Room, Antony

Visiting Levant Mine and Beam Engine

Join the 'Minor Miners' family tour and learn about the gruelling work of a Cornish Miner. Find out about the jobs the miners did and help to run the winder and steam engine.

Levant Mine and Beam Engine, Cornwall, on a sunny day

Family-friendly things to do at Saltram

Find family-friendly activities to do at Saltram, from exploring the estate and gardens to seasonal events.

Two little twin in floral dresses hold a flower in the spring sunshine at Saltram

Family-friendly things to do at Buckland Abbey

Whether it's a woodland adventure, an amazing story of life on the high seas or a tasty treat from the cafe, there's something for all the family to enjoy at Buckland Abbey this autumn.

Discover a wide variety of gardens to explore with plenty of places to play hide-and-seek.

Things to do in the garden at Godolphin

Godolphin’s garden paths provide a natural space that’s rich in history. Find out how the garden provides a home to the native Cornish bee. Explore the orchard, side garden paddock and King’s Garden.

The Cider House at Godolphin, Cornwall with trees covered in autumn leaves.

Things to see and do in the garden at Trelissick

Discover peaceful lawns and tranquil orchard spaces in the garden. Stop for far-reaching maritime views at this green lookout point high above the River Fal estuary.

A white metal bench is surrounded by bushes showing autumn colour in oranges, reds and purples

Visiting Cotehele's garden

Take a stroll around the 5.5 hectares of Cotehele's garden where you’ll discover terraced herbaceous borders, a lily pond as well as a medieval stewpond and dovecote.

Exterior view of grey stone building, seen across a green meadow. Trees with orange and brown leaves on right side of image.

Here are some walks great for little legs and pushchairs as well as top spots to cycle in Cornwall.

Cycling at Lanhydrock

With a mix of off road trails from green routes, skills areas and more advanced woodland routes, there's something for everyone. If you need to hire a bike, we've got you covered at the Lanhydrock cycle hire. We recommend pre-booking any bikes you need beforehand.