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Heligan visitors to pick their admission price this January and February

The Lost Gardens of Heligan will invite visitors to set their own admission price during January and February 2026 as part of its revolutionary new Free Range Pricing experiment. Free Range Pricing will run every […]

Lappa Valley Team

Lappa Valley Celebrates Major Success at the 2025 Primary Times Cornwall Star Awards

The team at one of Cornwall’s most loved family attractions are celebrating, after being recognised with four top honours at the 2025 Primary Times Cornwall Star Awards. Lappa Valley, near Newquay was awarded “Best Recommendation […]

Here’s what’s happening during February Half Term 2026

This February half term, visitor attractions across Cornwall are ready to welcome families with new events, exhibitions and interactive trails for children to get hands-on with. Here’s a list of our top picks of what’s […]

bodmin jail in the snow

History, Hauntings, and Holiday Cheer: Bodmin Jail Reveals Its Festive Line-Up

This Christmas, Bodmin Jail invites visitors to embrace the magic, mystery, and mischief of the festive season with two limited-run experiences: the Naughty or Nice Guided Tour and the Christmas Ghost Walk. Whether you’re seeking […]

Victorian wreth

Discover a Month of Victorian Festivities at The Story of Emily This December

This December, The Story of Emily near St Ive, Liskeard, will transform into a Victorian winter’s dream. The Rectory will be elegantly dressed in traditional paper chains, seasoned garlands, and ribboned boughs, taking you back […]

A magical Christmas at Camel Creek – with 25% off until 1 December

The festive season is fast approaching, and one of Cornwall’s most enchanting Christmas experiences is back – complete with an early-bird saving. Camel Creek’s much-loved Christmas event returns this December, and families who book before […]

The team at Trebah Gardens

Trebah Garden Wins Gold at Cornwall Tourism Awards

Historic sub-tropical valley garden takes home top prize in the Large Visitor Attraction category Trebah Garden, near Falmouth, has taken home gold in the Large Visitor Attraction category of the 24th Cornwall Tourism Awards, hosted at Truro […]

The best of Cornish tourism 2025 – winners, runners-up and commended

The Cornwall Association of Tourist Attractions is proud to celebrate the achievements of its members at the 2025 Cornwall Tourism Awards. Several of our attractions were finalists, and some secured top honours, demonstrating their dedication […]

Christmas markets to explore at Cornwall’s attractions.

Many of Cornwall’s leading visitor attractions host their own seasonal markets throughout November and December, perfect for browsing local gifts, artisan crafts, and festive treats while enjoying a day out. Here’s a few to get […]

Discover the magic of Christmas with biggest Father Christmas experience ever

Father Christmas is coming to the Eden Project, and he and his industrious elves are putting on an experience that is bigger than ever. The all-new theatrical experience takes place on select dates between November 22 and […]

Discover magical Christmas events happening at Cornwall’s top attractions

As the nights draw in and the twinkle of lights begins to glow across Cornwall, it’s time to unwrap the festive magic at some of the county’s finest attractions. From enchanting trails and towering garlands […]

Truro art exhibition to shine a spotlight on contemporary Cornish creativity

150 Cornish artists will be featured in a major new exhibition at Cornwall Museum and Art Gallery next month, as the museum celebrates the depth and diversity of contemporary artistic practice. Framed: Cornwall Open was curated by a […]