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The best days out in Cornwall for celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend

Posted in News by Lauren Webb on 9th May 2022

Looking for a day out in Cornwall over the four-day bank holiday weekend? We’ve got you covered, as visitor attractions across the county reveal the activities they are planning for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend.

In 2022, Her Majesty The Queen will become the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee after 70 years of service. Get involved in celebrating Her Majesty’s historic reign in the run up to the Platinum Jubilee Central Weekend which takes place from 2-5 June 2022

Here’s our round-up of some of the best Platinum Jubilee events taking place at tourist attractions in Cornwall on the bank holiday weekend. Dates and opening times may vary so visitors are advised to check attraction websites before visiting.

  • St Michael’s Mount Queen’s Jubilee Charity Garden Opening

    A special charity opening of St Michael’s Mount’s stunning garden takes place on Saturday 4th June from 1pm – 4.45pm in aid of the National Garden Scheme.

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    Celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at Dairyland Farm Park

    What a jolly royal time to be had here at Dairyland for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee where we will be holding a fancy dress competition, face paint, crafts, our royal animals quiz, old school games and so much more!

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  • St Michael’s Mount celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

    The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee will be celebrated in style at St Michael’s Mount in June with events, including the lighting of a beacon to mark this historic occasion.  In advance of the event, five cherry […]

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  • Celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with the National Trust

    More than 2000 metres of bunting will adorn National Trust places across the South West during the Jubilee weekend Knitted crowns, tea parties and picnics are some of the things to see and do. Trees […]

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  • Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at Wheal Martyn

    Come and join an Alice in Wonderland-themed tea party on the cafe terrace at Wheal Martyn to celebrate Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

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  • Royal fun for the Platinum Jubilee this May half term at Wheal Martyn

    To celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s platinum Jubilee, Wheal Martyn has lots of royally fun activities planned!

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  • May half term and the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at Trerice

    This May half term at Trerice take part in a free, self-led 50 things activity trail in the garden. You’ll look up and watch the clouds above searching for shapes and faces, make some noise when you join nature’s band, and go on a nature adventure.

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  • May Half Term at Flambards

    There will be a distinctly regal feel to Flambards as part of our spectacular May half term entertainment (Saturday 28th May – Sunday 5th June 2022) as we join in with the Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

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  • Bodmin & Wenford Railway Best Days Out Cornwall

    Bodmin and Wenford Railway’s Jubilee Specials

    Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at the Bodmin & Wenford Railway from the 2 to 5 June. Treat yourself one of our Right Royal Brunch boxes, a Platinum Afternoon Tea box or a Royal Compartment aboard one of our steam trains.

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    Platinum Jubilee High Tea at Bodmin Jail

    Join Bodmin Jail for a long weekend of celebrations for the Platinum Jubilee. Celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with High Tea in their Victorian courtyard to celebrate the reign of Her Majesty Elizabeth II.   […]

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    Platinum Jubilee Tea & Tarot at Bodmin Jail

    Who would have guessed that on 6th February 1952, when the then 25 year old Queen Elizabeth succeeded to the throne, she would go on to be our longest reigning monarch? What might the future […]

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  • Eden Project Best Days Out Cornwall

    May Half-term at the Eden Project

    Discover May half term fun at the Eden Project. Follow an interactive Create-a-Buzz trail and be inspired to create your own bee-friendly garden, meet the Skinny Jean Gardener and get top gardening tips, pick up […]

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Discover full details of all of these events on our Events page.

Visitors to Cornwall’s top attractions can be assured that appropriate COVID-19 safety measures will continue to remain in place, and all attractions will follow recommended government guidelines.