Super easy bike trail for all ages, we cycled from Lydford to Okehampton. Lovely views, two high bridges and a few gates/crossings. Signposts to pubs and cafés on route. Great day out for everyone wether you are walking or cycling.

A Must-Visit National Trust Gem! Buckland Abbey is an absolute treasure — easily one of my favourite National Trust sites to date. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed by friendly and knowledgeable staff who clearly have a deep passion for the place and its incredible history. The highlight for many will be the original Rembrandt self-portrait, which is genuinely awe-inspiring to see in person. But there’s so much more to enjoy — the architecture of the Abbey itself is stunning, with layers of history that transport you back through the centuries, from its monastic beginnings to its connection with Sir Francis Drake. The tithe barn is an architectural marvel and really sets the tone for how well-preserved and presented the whole site is. Outside, the gardens are immaculate, full of colour and variety — especially the roses and well-labelled plants which were in full bloom during our visit. A real haven for plant lovers. We also stopped for a coffee and slice of cake in the café and were not disappointed — excellent quality and a perfect way to round off the visit. This place has it all: art, history, architecture, beautiful gardens, and a warm welcome. Whether you’re a history buff, art lover, or just looking for a peaceful day out in the countryside, Buckland Abbey is a solid 10/10. Highly recommended.

such a beautiful walk! great Sunday activity

Wow! Great atmosphere, very friendly, welcoming staff- and sublime food. The chef was front of house, perfectly placed to talk passionately about the quality of his produce, and to give us a synopsis of how he and the team have ended up at the Ship. The staff were all very pleasant and efficient. Now to the important bit; food! My wife and I visited for a Valentine’s Day meal, and I had one thing on mind- Steak! I did not leave disappointed. We shared the chateaubriand (recommended rate by the chef) and it was sublime. It was easier to cut through the tender meat than it was to slice through the butter! The starters and desserts were equally delicious, as was the wine! Thank you for making a lovely evening even more perfect. We will be returning, with friends!

This National trust property is without a doubt an exceptional place to visit. My wife and I have visited quite a number of National Trust properties but this place just exceeded our expectations and kept wowing at every turn. May I suggest you set aside a day to immerse yourself in the splendor of both the wonderful house/chapel and impressive gardens. The house has a very pleasant cafe/ restaurant, a well stocked plant and gift shop and of cause knowledgeable and very friendly staff. There are picnic areas and lots to see in the varied and delightful gardens; you can wander down to the quay on the banks of the river Tamar then visit the Discovery centre and Mill with its gift shops and workshops. This was one of the most spectacular National Trust properties we have visited so far and I hope you enjoy it beauty and grandeur as much as we did.

Love this place the garden is lovely, the kids love the many many many Gnomes, the pond is superb with some great features like a waterfall and waterwheel. Thousands of fingernail sized baby frogs at the moment and the cafe serves IMO the best Cream Teas

Absolutely fantastic Grandchildren thoroughly enjoyed it as did we. Very reasonably priced. Lots of walking plenty to see and do. The fallow deer and otters are amazing as is the bird of prey and wallabies! Well worth the money. Cafe simple home cooked foods that are not over priced. The whole staff were awesome and nothing was too much trouble They answered questions gave information and spent time genuinely taking interest in adults and children.

Excellent experience in Hidden Valley. Great puzzle tours for both children and adults. The mansion and study, where you can play short escape rooms are beautiful and a welcome indoor alternative when there was a little rain. Great facilities for bringing a baby. We were able to spent a full afternoon here comfortably with a 10 month old baby. The host was also very kind.

This is an excellent place with a great cause. The staff were knowledgeable and friendly, coming out with stories about the different monkeys and how they got there, and you could tell they genuinely cared and had the monkey's wellbeing at heart. Not many monkeys or very big, but lovely place in a lovely location. Me and the kids had fun, Thanks!

Looe Beach, Cornwall : Family Seaside Fun and Coastal Charm🌊🦀🏝️☀️ The Beach is perfect for families, offering safe swimming, sandy shores for games, and crab fishing fun. You see kids enjoy building sandcastles whilst adults swimming or relaxing with stunning coastal views. Looe beach is small and can get busy during weekends, school holidays, and with tourists during the summer months. With fish and chip shops, pubs, restaurants, and cafes nearby, it’s a complete seaside escape filled with charm. #explorecornwall

Incredible views and beautiful sunset. Our children wanted to go to Monster Slip and Slide however when this came up it was a “no brainier” we couldn’t believe where the tunnel came out at the other end. Would 100% recommend at Sunset time 🌅

A beautiful beach. The car park next to it shares the same name. It's dog friendly with toilets nearby, including a choice of cafes. Easy access to town from here. It's worth a visit.

I absolutely do not do cold water swimming but if you want to swim in a tidal pool, then this is the place for you! Lovely views of the surrounding beaches.

St Nectan’s Waterfall is absolutely worth the visit if you're in Cornwall. Just be aware that the GPS location isn’t completely accurate - you can’t drive right up to the waterfall. You’ll need to park in the designated car park just before the right turn to the falls (only £3 for the whole day), and then enjoy a 30-minute walk through a stunning forest trail to reach the site. The walk itself is part of the experience—peaceful, scenic, and filled with the sounds of nature. It’s quite steep in places and can be a bit slippery when wet, so wear comfortable shoes with good grip. The path is well-maintained, with railings where needed to keep it safe. When you arrive, the site is clearly laid out with signs and staff to guide you. There’s a café, toilets, and a picnic area where you can take a break. The site also hosts meditation sessions, yoga classes, and retreats, and there’s even a dedicated meditation room. Admission to the waterfall is £10 per person. The waterfall itself is beautiful and it's worth visiting.

Amazing place. Arrived at mid day, left at 4pm after a wander around the house, church and gardens, the other half I'll have to come back and explore another day as I ran out of time and had to head back home! All the staff here are knowledgeable and friendly. Great day out.

I had an amazing experience riding the steam train from here on a double return, absolutely loving sitting in a comfortable classic carriage! The steam train pulling it was a fabulous experience as I had a Cornish cream tea at a standard price that tasted phenomenal, leaving from the vintage station that included buildings, signs, utilities and more. Cleanliness had been heavily maintained and there is a mini museum, featuring history about railways and also model ones!

Went here while on holiday. Beautiful little village and well worth the visit to the castle to see Arthur's statue. Steps to climb up and down so not everyone can do this but if you can definitely recommend. £2.50 to get a lift back up from the ruins was well.worth it.

Bodmin Jail is a brilliant attraction – really well presented, atmospheric, and full of history. The courtyard is lovely for a drink afterwards too. The only let-down was the final attraction: it’s built up as if you’ll see a hanging, but in reality it’s just a tiny platform drop and nothing much else, which felt a bit flat after all the build-up. Aside from that, we thoroughly enjoyed it and would definitely recommend a visit.

What a view! To visit the ruins of Tintagel Castle the surrounding cliffs alone are worth it. From the castle itself are just a few remains. When the tide is low you can explore the few caves down at the beach, including Merlin’s cave. The walk over the bridge is stunning The fees are quite high with 20 Pounds but the historical site has to be kept. So we didn’t mind too much.

Amazing place to visit no matter the weather! There are the inside biomes which are amazing to see in the sun or rain and the wonderful outdoor gardens to see as well. There are great outdoor play areas for kids and if you're feeling adventurous a zip-line that goes over the eden project as well. Definitely worth pre-booking though, to avoid the queues.

A brilliant little museum packed with local history. There's hardly an inch not filled with some kind of historic object. It could charge a lot more than the £2 currently asked for admission and it would still be good value.

Donation only. Super lovely staff - low pressure and down to earth. Such a lovely collection aquarists would love to have a set up like this. Sharks, fish, a huge eel, mermaids purses, crabs, lobsters. Information posters and signs too. Really fab cherry for any visit. Suitable all ages.

We experienced the magical Heligan Night Garden which is a separate ticketed event to the standard Lost Gardens entry. All the stewards from the parking attendants, those on the trail and those when we departed were knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. The accessible parking was close to the entry and this and all the usual parking is free for night garden customers. There are a few ridges from rain in the car park and some trails so take care in a wheelchair or mobility scooter. The night gardens were pretty from the entrance and of course we took far too many photos of the beautiful and creative installations. One super bonus that doesn't appear to be advertised until you check the small print on the back of the leaflet you are given on entry, is that your entire party have a complimentary daytime entry for the gardens until 31st January after you attend the night gardens. The one-way layout of the trail was really well thought out. The accessible routes did not miss any of the installations. The refreshment facilities had queues but plenty of space to sit outside and in the undercover areas (the weather was kind) to enjoy a drink or snack. The Stewards House was serving more substantial meals and warmer inside. The timed entries seemed to allow space for everyone to see the installations and manoeuvre about. The barn was open for goat & donkey petting and taking festive photos in a sleigh or with cuddly polar bears and we toasted marshmallows over a large firepit and enjoyed a created snow shower in one area. We really enjoyed the evening and the families with children around us seemed to be doing so also. The exit is through the gift shop of course.

Had to visit on our current holiday to Cornwall. Been a few years since last visit. Came in the late afternoon, so late lunch so found a pastie shop bought a few bits and the family had a small picnic along the harbour wall. Scenery was amazing fantastic sunny day . Even got a little pub stop done before heading off .can't wait to come back and try new shops and eateries.

Amazing place for aviation enthusiasts - get there whilst you still can (due to close soon due to council decision). Spent a good few hours here, lots of planes to see, take pictures of and even get into. Staff were super friendly and really informative, many of them having worked on or with the planes in their forces careers. Very dog friendly, just not allowed inside the planes but able to go everywhere else. Café sold tasty, reasonably priced food and drink.

Used the online ticket service and got 10% off. Very good service. The ticket office is a shed which is mainly used in the summer. If you don't book online I belive you can pay by card on the ferry.

We have visited many garages on our holiday in Cornwall. This one was by far the best in our opinion 😁 Beautiful and enchanting, pleasant surprise on every turn. We were lucky to have the pleasure of meeting the owners, a humble and kind couple, happy to engage in pleasant conversation. Cream tea , punk lemonade and croissant were great and truly appreciated in stunning surroundings. All in all we are delighted to have visited such a lovely gem of Cornwall.