A family playing in the garden at Lanhydrock, Cornwall | © National Trust Images/John Millar

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.

Ready for a fun-filled summer? Take part in Summer of Play over the school summer holidays, sponsored by Starling Bank, and create memories with the whole family.

Lanhydrock

Get out and play at Lanhydrock this summer. Grab a map and have a go at activities and challenges as you play your way around Lanhydrock's gardens. 10:30 - 16:00 from 24 July to 31 August

Get active and play tennis on the West Lawn, try lawn games or hold a race to the finish line. Who will be the champion? Embrace your creativity and make-believe in the stables where you’ll find a stage ready for you to dress up, put on a show and tell stories. 10:00 - 16:30, from 19 July to 2 September

A family walking a Dalmatian dog on a lead at Trelissick, Cornwall; a young girl is leaning on a tree while another child is crawling through the exposed tree roots

Antony

Head to Antony this summer for days jam-packed with fun for all the family. See who can build the best block tower, complete our giant games the quickest, or win in a game of tennis. On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays between 20 July - 31 August (including Monday 25 August)

Glendurgan

From navigating the twists and turns of the historic maze to soaring through the air on the Giant’s Stride, there is adventure around every corner. Little explorers can unleash their creativity with nature crafts in the apple orchard, take on playful challenges and enjoy storytelling beneath the trees. 10:30 - 17:00 from 24 July to 2 September

Godolphin

Come along to Godolphin and take part in your very own summer of fun. There will many fun filled activities going on for all the family to enjoy. Check back here as we get closer to the summer holidays as we finalise and update our plans. 10:00 - 17:00 from 26 July to 31 August

Trengwainton

Activities include wild art, tug-of-war, skittles, colouring, bean bag toss and lots more. This year we're offering den building in its magical woodland setting all five days of the week that we're open. With over 10 activities to choose from you can try them all, then come back for more. 10:00 - 17:00 from 20 July to 31 August

Two children playing with counters on a tree stump with adults in the background

Trerice

Come and enjoy the great outdoors with our summer of play activities at Trerice. Head down to the mowhay field to have a run around and challenge your family to an obstacle course and crazy golf. Get creative amongst the long grass and winding paths and have a go at some outdoor games. 10:30 - 16:30, from 19 July to 2 September

Pentire

Immerse in nature this summer and have fun finding out more about some of the wildlife that make Pentire their home. There's space to picnic in the shade or grab an ice cream at Pentyr Café. Make a day of it by exploring the wider Pentire headland, criss-crossed with footpaths to explore. 10:30 - 15:00, from 19 July - 31 August

Saltram

Saltram’s garden will be transformed into a playful celebration of all things performance, imagination and adventure – perfect for young creatives, budding films stars or movie makers, and families ready to make magical memories in the summer sunshine. 10:00 - 16:30, from 19 July to 31 August

Buckland Abbey

Step into the world of Arthurian Legends this summer at Buckland Abbey. Learn how to joust, sword fight and fire an arrow like a Knight of the Round Table! Maybe you'd like to make a potion in Merlin's nature kitchen? Next you can build your own castle in our loose parts play area - giving it the best defences. 10:00 to 17:00, from 19 July to 31 August

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

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.

Girl playing tennis at Fell Foot Park, Cumbria

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.

A family enjoying one of the summer play activities at Cotehele, Cornwall

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.

Children playing games around a tree stump

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.

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 bluebell carpet with the trees soaring above and the evening sun shining through the branches at Roundwood Quay, Trelissick, Cornwall

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.

Visitors in the Cut Flower Garden at Cotehele, Cornwall

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.