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in and around Newquay,
Cornwall
theme parks and attractions
There are plenty of attractions and theme parks to keep the whole family entertained in Cornwall, even on a rainy day. Here's a selection of the best to get you started.
Make sure you contact the Tourist Information Centre (01637 854020) or the attraction itself to check opening times and directions.
| Lappa Valley Steam Railway (St Newlyn East, 5m from Newquay) (Summer: open daily 10am to 6pm) Board the fifteen-inch gauge steam train at Benny Halt and let Zebedee or Muffin take you on a two-mile return journey through beautiful Cornish countryside to East Wheal Rose, where you can paddle a canoe, play crazy golf, wander along the woodland walk, marvel at a magnificent mine engine house, solve the puzzle of the maze, play on the slides and swings, and much more. Coffee shop and gift shop. Lappa Valley website |
| Crealy Great Adventure Park (Wadebridge, Cornwall 13m from Newquay) Family attraction offering a great family day out for all the family. Crealy; Devon and Cornwall's best adventure theme park is full of adventure, with rides, attraction and, a wonderful animal farm to occupy adults and children alike. Crealy website |
| DairyLand Farmworld (Newquay) Come and enjoy the fun of an all-weather attraction, providing a day's entertainment for all ages.Our philosophy has always been to encourage visitors to the farm and promote a better understanding between town and country. DairyLand website |
| Miniatura Park Halt Road, Goonhaven, Truro, 17m / 25 min drive from Newquay (Summer: open daily from 10am, last admission 4pm except July and August when last admission is 5pm) Twelve acres of beautiful landscaped gardens provide an ideal setting for models of the world's most famous landmarks. The addition of the Jurassic Adventure Trail and more recently The Maze have proved to be winners with adults and children alike. Miniatura Park website |
| The China Clay Country Park Carthew, St Austell, 17m / 30 min drive from Newquay (Summer: open 10am to 6pm) China clay has been one of Cornwall’s leading industries for over 200 years. This museum offers a historic trail through the old clay works, exhibitions with examples of the tools and equipment, plus a nature trail and children’s adventure trail. Shop and café. ** An all-weather attraction ** China Clay website |
| Bodmin & Wenford Railway Bodmin General Station, Bodmin, 22m / 30 min drive from Newquay (Summer: open daily, trains from 10.30am. Ring for out-of-summer opening times.) Enjoy a 6.5 mile steam train journey through the Cornish countryside. Buffet/souvenir shop. Bodmin & Wenford Railway website |
| The Flambards Experience Culdrose Manor, Helston, 27m / 45 min drive from Newquay (Open: summer 10.30am to 5pm, 6pm late July & August) Featuring the 'Extreme force' ride, huge undercover areas, exhibitions including the acclaimed Flambards Victorian Village, family rides including the Hornet Coaster and the Mighty Thunderbolt, live entertainment and gardens. ** An all-weather attraction ** Flambards website |
| The National Maritime Museum Cornwall Discovery Quay, Falmouth, 28m / 45 min drive from Newquay (Open: daily from 10am, closed Christmas day and 6 - 31 January) A new landmark on Falmouth’s waterfront, offering a gateway to the maritime world, including interactive and 'hands-on' displays, underwater views through tidal windows and live demonstrations. Café and shop. ** An all-weather attraction ** National Maritime Museum website |
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