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Visitors sea kayaking at Poldhu Cove, Cornwall
Visitors sea kayaking at Poldhu Cove, Cornwall | © National Trust Images/John Millar

Outdoor activities in Cornwall

Get active this season with outdoor activities at a National Trust place near you in Cornwall.

Outdoor activities in Cornwall

Get active outside and take part in different outdoor activities near you.

Outdoor activities at Lanhydrock 

Find out how to take part in outdoor activities across the Lanhydrock estate, from cycling and running to horse riding and fishing.

Visitor on the cycle trail at Lanhydrock, Cornwall

Sailing and kayaking on the Helford River 

The Helford River is great to explore by boat or kayak, being sheltered from the worst storms and offering many places to visit along its route. Find out more about getting afloat.

Sailboat and sunlight glinting on the Helford River at Bosloe House, Falmouth, Cornwall

Running at Godolphin 

Get outdoors and get fit at Godolphin. Take part in our monthly Trust10 running trail and discover the countryside estate at the same time. Suitable for 5k and 10k running abilities.

A group of runners running through the long grass in a wooded area

Outdoor activities at Lansallos 

Whether you’re spending the day at Lansallos or sticking around for the week, there are plenty of ways to fill your time along this dramatic stretch of Cornish coast.

Children finding a geocache box of treasure at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire

Outdoor activities at Lizard Point 

Have a go at kayaking, climbing or coasteering with our partner Lizard Adventure. Or join a surfing lesson & catch some waves with former professional Dan Joel.

Coasteering at Poldhu Cove, Cornwall

Cycling and horse riding at Penrose 

There are acres to explore on your visit to Penrose, and it doesn’t have to be on foot. Miles of bridleways are waiting to be discovered on your horse, or by bike.

Two adults and a child cycling through the woods in autumn

Surfing at Poldhu Cove 

Former professional surfer Dan Joel offers lessons for adults and children with a donation from each booking going straight back to helping with our conservation work in the cove.

Visitors getting ready for a surf lesson at Poldhu Cove, Cornwall

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    Visitors exploring the gardens at Cotehele, Cornwall

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