Things to do in Cornwall

Experiences and attractions in Cornwall

From morning strolls through quaint Cornish towns and afternoons spent on sandy shores to whole days of adventure at the region's best-loved hotspots, no two days in our home county are the same.

Onsite activities

There's plenty to see and do at our manor house, come rain or shine!

Ofsted-registered Four Bears Den

90 minute daily session per night's stay

Swimming pools and spa areas

With treatments from age 6

Family Library

Expect daily story time with milk and cookies

Family Cinema

We have daily screenings complete with popcorn

Lounges

Open all day and stocked with board games

Firepit Marshmallow Toasting

During school holidays and at weekends

Outdoor play area

Woodland climbing area, swings and zip wire

Indoor Games Room

With table tennis and table football

Family Scavenger Hunt

Follow the clues to uncover the answers

Pets Corner

Pop by and say hello to our resident bunnies

The Lost Pirate Escape Bag

Follow the clues to unlock the secrets and hidden treasure - £35 per session; book via reception

Unmissable experiences

Find out what there is to do near our bolthole on the Cornish coast.

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Catch the ferry to Polruan

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Catch the ferry to Polruan and check out the view from the top of the hill Walk down the hill to the town Quay or at low tide walk to Whitehouse Quay – the ferry leaves every 15 minutes. Once at …

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Visit Menabilly

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Visit Menabilly, the inspiration behind the novel Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier  Walk down to Readymoney cove and follow the coastal path to St Catherines Castle, which is a great photo …

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Spend the day at Readymoney Cove

Experience

Spend the day at Readymoney Cove – go crabbing, sample local ice cream and paddle in the clear waters Before you leave the hotel, make sure the kids take their fishing nets and buckets with …

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Enjoy Lunch at North Street Kitchen

Experience

Explore Fowey and have lunch at North Street Kitchen Walk down into Fowey, heading for the main town Quay – we would recommend taking a buggy if you have children as it’s quite a hilly walk back …

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Go paddle boarding at Polkerris

Experience

Drive to Polkerris and try water sports including paddle boarding Jump in your car and head out of Fowey towards St Austell – there is a large car park about 300m from the beach. Polkerris is the …

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Ride the Camel Trail

Experience

Ride the Camel Trail year-round and take in the sights of the north Cornish coastline  Drive to Wadebridge to collect your bikes and cycle along the Camel Estuary to Padstow (5 miles), where you …

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Go on a fishing trip

Experience

Experience an at-sea fishing trip to remember  Fishing fans: this one’s for you. From mackerel to reef fishing, the team at Huntress Charters offer a range of trips. Find out more

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Charter a yacht

Experience

Charter a yacht from Plymouth to Fowey We will organise a taxi to take you from Fowey to Plymouth harbour, where you will be met by the captain and crew of the ‘Cool Blue’ – a Princess 40 …

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Hire a boat on the estuary

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Hire a self-drive boat from Fowey River Hire  Hire your very own boat and set sail along the estuary with the little ones. This exhilarating experience is the best way to discover our corner of …

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Experience England’s fastest zip line

Experience

Experience England’s fastest zip line at Hangloose Adventure at The Eden Project Thrill seekers can reach up to 60mph whilst soaring over the Eden biomes at Hangloose Adventure. With 2 …

Local attractions

Discover a world of adventure on our doorstep.

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Lantic Bay Beach

Attraction

A dreamy beach a short ferry journey from Fowey Hall  To get to Lantic Bay, you’ll need to take the Boddinick car ferry. On the other side, follow the signs to Polruan until you get to the Lantic …

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Porthluney Beach

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An idyllic beach for families with young children  Porthluney is about 40 minutes away but well worth the journey and there is a large car park right next to the beach. Unlike many others, …

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Porthpean Beach

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A great spot for rock pooling  To reach Porthpean, you’ll need to drive towards St Austell – there’s a car park about 150m away. The beach is great for rock pooling and on a clear day, you can …

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Lappa Valley

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Cornwall’s secret world of play and trains Perfect for all the module train lovers out there and those with younger children. There are lots of trains to ride on and fun for all the family. …

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Adrenaline Quarry

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A perfect day out for thrill-seekers Adrenaline Quarry is home to lots of activities for older children including go karting and a big zip wire. For lunch, head into Looe and walk around the …

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Charlestown Harbour

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Discover the history-filled harbour About 20 minutes away by car. Walk around the harbour and go into the Shipwreck Treasure Museum for a great history lesson on the local coastline and harbour. …

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Mevagissey Harbour

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Explore the small fishing village and watch the working harbour in action  About 30 minutes away by car or you can catch the Fowey-Mevagissey Ferry! It’s a small fishing village and one of only a …

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Polperro

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A small, bustling village in Cornwall  Home to lots of quirky gift shops and art galleries. In the harbour, there are a few pubs worth visiting including the Blue Peter Inn. Whilst you’re there, …

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Visit Lanhydrock

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Lanhydrock is a National Trust country house and estate a short drive from the hotel. Discover Victorian life: from a glimpse into life ‘below stairs’, to the luxurious areas, such as …

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The Lost Gardens of Heligan

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Explore 200 acres of garden history, mystery and adventure A wonderful day out with lots to do for all the family. Highlights include the woodland walk, rope bridge, playground, formal gardens …

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The Eden Project

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Eco visitor attraction in Cornwall  A world-famous attraction, The Eden Project is a 15 minute drive from the hotel. There is a great selection of food there, but if you fancy somewhere else for …

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Padstow

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A charming harbour  Known locally as Padstein, this beautiful harbour is full of restaurants and smalls shops. Take the ferry across to Rock, so you can see the Camel Estuary from the water.