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St Newlyn East, Nr Newquay. TR8 5LX
01872 510317

About Lappa Valley

Discover the only attraction in Cornwall that transports families on an exciting nostalgic train ride into a secret world of traditional fun and family adventures.

Children will delight in the thrill of trains and boats, play in outdoor spaces and explore nature. Be sure
to visit The Engine Shed, home to an exciting multi-level soft play area where children can let off steam while you relax and refuel in the comfort of the café.

Take swan pedalos out on the boating lake, try your hand at a round of adventure golf, have a bounce on our trampolines and enjoy the excitement of two other miniature railways.

Set in 35 acres of rolling green countryside just outside Newquay, Lappa Valley is a world of wonder beloved by families through the generations. Lappa Valley is open year-round and holds special events throughout the year.

Now open all year round

Lappa Valley have opened The Engine Shed, an indoor soft-play area and large cafe allowing them to open all year round. Check their website for full details about visiting in Winter.

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Worth Knowing

Lappa Valley provide a wealth of support and experience in assisting families with disabilities, including those with sensory issues. Contact the team for more information about help making your visit enjoyable for everyone in your family.

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What Visitors Say

"The staff are incredibly friendly, passionate about their work and the trains. They love to make the whole experience magical for kids."
"Well kept, lots of different activities which are all free once you are in there (except the electric cars which I think you need tokens for from the gift shop). We loved riding on the different trains, my daughter who uses a wheelchair was well accommodated for."
"Great day out. Highly recommended. A very reasonable price too The staff were super friendly. Considering the type of attraction Lappa Valley is I must say it is one of the most dog friendly places of its type we have been to. The little one loved it and so did we. Would definitely visit again."

Lappa Valley News

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Lappa Valley shortlisted in Heritage Railway “Oscars”

A historic Cornish railway and family attraction has been shortlisted for a prestigious award, in what is considered by many to be the “Oscars” of the UK’s Heritage Railway World. Lappa Valley, near St Newlyn […]

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One young Lappa Valley fan was the star of the show, as well-wishers gathered to celebrate a big birthday for one of the attraction’s locomotives.

Lappa Valley, near St Newlyn East is home to “The Duke”, which works on their 10 1/4″ gauge railway. It celebrated its 10th birthday with festivities over the weekend. It was joined by another “Duke” […]

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Lappa Valley near St Newlyn East is “chuffed” to announce that it has been named one of three attractions to make it through to the finals of the 2024-25 Cornwall Tourism Awards.

The awards celebrate the brightest and best businesses in the Cornish tourism industry. Dozens of attractions entered the large visitor attraction of the year category, with Lappa Valley, National Trust Lanhydrock, and The Minack Theatre […]

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