National Maritime Museum Cornwall (Falmouth)

Pendennis Castle

Visit the hands-on discovery centre and explore one of the finest mighty fortresses built by Henry VIII to defend the country.

BF Adventure

Get outdoors and have fun at this exciting activity centre. As a charity, they help hundreds of disadvantaged children in Cornwall too.

Porth Kerris Dive School

Dive in the sea and explore one of the wrecks on the Manacle rocks - the stair case from the Mohegan is in the hostel!

Watersports at Lizard Point

Enjoy surfing without the crowds - a surfers’ paradise without waiting to catch that perfect wave.

Helford River

15 miles This unspoilt estuary stretches from Falmouth Bay to the port of Gweek. Stroll along the little beaches dotted along its rocky shore. Visit the website  

Poldark Mine - Cornish Mining World Heritage

This world heritage site offers a fascinating look into the underground world of mining.  The beautiful rural setting belies its industrial past. Visit the Heritage Centre website

Walking and Rambling in Coverack

This part of the South West coastal path is one of the quietest and most beautiful. Get away from it all at any time of year and indulge in the scenic views and sea air.  

Watersports in Coverack

This is one of only a few sites in England where you can learn how to windsurf on the open sea.

Coverack Windsurfing School

Try a half-day taster session at one of the few places in England where you can learn to windsurf on the sea.  Coverack has an east facing bay, so protected and ideal for first timers to learn.

Roskilly's Ice Cream Farm

Take a look at a real working Cornish ice cream farm! Meet the herd of cows, go for a stroll around the meadows, and of course get a sample of their delicious ice cream.

Flambards

11 miles This exciting family theme park features thrill rides, historical indoor exhibitions to take you back in time, and loads of fun entertainment for kids! Visit the website  

Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm

Pay homage to this state-of-the-art brewing facility, including the press house and distillery, followed by a free tasting.  Have a look around their museum.  Take a ride around the orchards

Gunwalloe Church Cove Beach

Made famous in the BBC series Poldark, this beautiful sandy beach has a little church at one end, jutting out of the cliffs.

Mountain biking in Boswinger

Explore Clay Country along the Pentewan, Bugle and Wheal Martyn trails on the way to the Eden Project. Don't forget that there's a £3 discount off entry fee when you arrive by bicycle!

Watersports in Boswinger

This lovely area is great for water sports, so whatever mode of water transport takes your fancy, take the plunge and enjoy some fun on, or in, the water!

Walking and Rambling in Boswinger

Fancy a walk on the wild side? Plan a day trip to one of the many isolated and quiet coves near Boswinger for a little wild swimming!