Things to Do in Launceston
23 attractions and days out
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⭐ 4.8
Parks & Play Areas
Hidden Valley Discovery Park
Adventure awaits at this enchanting Launceston park featuring mysterious gardens and The Forbidden Mansion attraction, complete with restaurant facilities and picnic-friendly grounds.
⭐ 4.4
Indoor Soft Play
Trethorne Leisure Park
Kids can bounce, bowl and play all day at this family-friendly leisure park near Launceston, with both covered and outdoor activities plus full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
⭐ 4.9
7.3 mi away
Climbing & Bouldering
The Barn Indoor Climbing Wall
Scale new heights at this indoor climbing centre near Milton Abbott, featuring walls suitable for all abilities plus an onsite restaurant and parking for a full family day out.
⭐ 4.2
Museums & Galleries
Daphne du Mauriers Smugglers Museum
Step into Cornwall's shadowy past at this captivating museum showcasing Britain's most extensive smuggling collection, complete with fascinating folklore and historic contraband treasures.
⭐ 4.4
8.9 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
Siblyback Lake
This family-friendly country park near Liskeard offers waterside adventures from sailing to kayaking, plus scenic trails for cyclists and walkers, with facilities including dining options and accessible paths.
⭐ 4.6
9.4 mi away
Adventure & Activity Centres
Roadford Lake
This family-friendly lakeside activity centre welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities with accessible facilities, dining options, and a dog-friendly policy for outdoor adventures.
⭐ 4.9
11.6 mi away
Water Parks & Splash Pools
Monster Slip And Slide - Cornwall
Experience thrilling bouncy water slides set against stunning coastal scenery at this exciting outdoor activity venue in Bude, perfect for energetic families seeking summer adventure.
Beaches & Coastline
Crackington Haven Beach
This peaceful Cornish cove along the South West Coastal Path invites families to paddle in calm waters and explore fascinating rockpools. Wheelchair accessible with picnic-friendly surroundings.
⭐ 5.0
11.6 mi away
Adventure & Activity Centres
Trigon Farm
This rural activity centre near Holsworthy offers family fun with onsite parking, toilets and a restaurant, though visitors should note it lacks wheelchair access and baby changing facilities.
⭐ 4.5
11.8 mi away
Farm Parks
Hallagenna Farm park and horse riding
This welcoming Bodmin farm park combines hands-on animal encounters with equestrian activities, featuring fully accessible facilities perfect for families with young children and pushchairs.
⭐ 4.7
12.1 mi away
Adventure & Activity Centres
Tree Surfers
Experience exhilarating outdoor adventure at this active woodland centre near Tamar Trails, offering treetop challenges for families with older children in a natural forest setting.
⭐ 4.5
12.2 mi away
Museums & Galleries
Museum of Witchcraft
Discover the mysterious world of witchcraft through fascinating exhibits exploring magical traditions, mystical rituals and ancient folklore at this harbourside museum in Boscastle.
Beaches & Coastline
Widemouth Bay
This expansive Cornish coastline offers excellent conditions for beginner surfers and families seeking rock pool adventures, with wheelchair access and parking making it easy to enjoy a seaside picnic.
⭐ 4.5
12.4 mi away
Caves & Mines
Carnglaze Caverns
Venture beneath the surface near Liskeard to explore three spectacular subterranean chambers carved into the hillside, complete with guided tours, dog-friendly access and refreshments available.
⭐ 4.6
12.7 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
St Nectans Glen
Discover a magical woodland walk leading to a spectacular 60-foot waterfall where crystal-clear waters plunge into an enchanting natural basin near Tintagel, with an onsite restaurant for refreshments.
⭐ 3.8
13.4 mi away
Watersports
Atlantic Pursuits
Experience the thrill of Cornwall's stunning coastline with guided water sports adventures from Bude's Atlantic Pursuits, offering active families an exciting introduction to ocean activities.
⭐ 3.4
13.8 mi away
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Meadowlands Leisure Pool
Tavistock's twin-pool facility at The Wharf offers separate zones for lane swimming and leisure splashing, with an onsite restaurant to refuel between dips.
⭐ 4.1
14.1 mi away
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Splash Leisure Pool, Bude
Make a splash in Bude's impressive 33-metre pool featuring exciting wave sessions, thrilling flumes and dedicated calm swimming times. Onsite dining and baby facilities make this the perfect family day out.
⭐ 3.9
14.1 mi away
Indoor Soft Play
The Venue Bude
Kids can enjoy ten-pin bowling alongside an epic multi-storey play tower featuring thrilling slides and a cannonball ride at this action-packed Bude entertainment centre.
⭐ 4.7
14.3 mi away
Adventure & Activity Centres
Adrenalin Quarry
Experience heart-pounding adventure at this Liskeard quarry featuring cliff jumping, high-speed zip lines and a massive swing. Family-friendly facilities include pushchair access and baby changing.
⭐ 4.8
14.5 mi away
Beaches & Coastline
Trebarwith Strand Beach
A welcoming coastal spot where four-legged friends can join you on the golden sands, with convenient parking and wheelchair access along Cornwall's stunning South West Coast Path.
Castles & Palaces
Tintagel Castle
Perched dramatically on Cornwall's rugged coastline, this legendary fortress linked to King Arthur offers families stunning clifftop views and beachside exploration steeped in ancient folklore.
⭐ 5.0
14.6 mi away
Adventure & Activity Centres
Dragon Archery
Test your aim at this archery centre near Brandis Corner, where families can enjoy target practice followed by refreshments at the onsite restaurant or their own picnic lunch.
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