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Things to Do in Nanpean

43 attractions and days out

Wheal Martyn Clay Works ⭐ 4.6 2.5 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Wheal Martyn Clay Works

Explore Cornwall's fascinating China Clay heritage through interactive exhibits and scenic trails at this working museum set in beautiful countryside. Family-friendly with pushchair access and baby facilities throughout.

Screech Owl Sanctuary ⭐ 4.8 2.6 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

Screech Owl Sanctuary

Meet magnificent owls and other birds of prey at this compassionate wildlife centre near St Columb Major, where rescued birds receive expert care in fully accessible surroundings perfect for families.

Indoor Active ⭐ 4.2 3.6 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Indoor Active

Kids can scale climbing walls and bounce through soft play zones at this all-ages activity centre in Roche, complete with onsite dining, parking and full accessibility features.

Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre ⭐ 4.3 3.7 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre

Hop aboard a miniature railway to explore this family-friendly park where children can interact with ponies, bottle-feed baby animals and enjoy outdoor play areas with full facilities including a restaurant.

Ozzell Bowl ⭐ 3.8 4.1 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Ozzell Bowl

Strike up family fun at this accessible ten-pin bowling venue on Priory Road, complete with onsite parking and a restaurant to refuel between games.

Cornwall Laser Tag ⭐ 5.0 4.4 mi away

Laser Tag Arenas

Cornwall Laser Tag

Battle it out in an action-packed laser tag arena at Atlantic Reach, where families can enjoy futuristic combat games in an exciting indoor environment perfect for older children and adults.

St Austell Leisure Centre ⭐ 4.1 4.5 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

St Austell Leisure Centre

This family-friendly leisure centre on Carylon Road offers indoor pools and soft play areas, plus an onsite restaurant, making it perfect for rainy day adventures with accessible facilities throughout.

The Eden Project ⭐ 4.3 5.3 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

The Eden Project

Explore tropical biomes, educational exhibits and adventure play areas at this innovative Cornish attraction where families can discover plants from around the world in a spectacular setting.

Cornwall FootballGolf Park ⭐ 4.8 5.3 mi away

Adventure Golf

Cornwall FootballGolf Park

Kick footballs around a golf-style course at this St Austell sports venue that combines two popular games into one fun family activity, with pushchair-friendly paths throughout.

Hangloose Adventure Eden ⭐ 4.7 5.6 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Hangloose Adventure Eden

Experience heart-pounding aerial adventures at Eden Project with exhilarating zip lines, swing rides and free-fall attractions, all set within Cornwall's iconic biomes landscape.

Charlestown Beach ⭐ 4.6 5.7 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Charlestown Beach

This wheelchair-accessible shingle beach on Cornwall's coast offers young children an exciting spot to explore and enjoy seaside picnics with the family.

Shipwreck Treasure Museum ⭐ 4.3 5.7 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Shipwreck Treasure Museum

Explore fascinating artefacts salvaged from the ocean depths at this captivating maritime museum in historic Charlestown, where families can uncover tales of nautical adventure and disaster.

FlowRider at Retallack Resort ⭐ 4.3 5.7 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

FlowRider at Retallack Resort

Experience the thrill of surfing Cornwall's pioneering stationary wave machine, where families can ride The Loop's continuous flow whatever the weather, with onsite dining facilities available.

Giant Slip & Slide Cornwall ⭐ 4.7 5.8 mi away

Watersports

Giant Slip & Slide Cornwall

Race down enormous water slides for thrilling outdoor fun the whole family will love. Free parking and facilities available at this exciting aquatic attraction near Saint Columb.

Cornish Birds Of Prey Centre ⭐ 4.7 6 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

Cornish Birds Of Prey Centre

Watch magnificent raptors soar during daily flying demonstrations at this St Columb Major wildlife centre, where you can get up close to eagles, owls and falcons plus other fascinating creatures.

Dairyland Farm Park ⭐ 4.5 6.6 mi away

Farm Parks

Dairyland Farm Park

Get up close with friendly farm animals and enjoy exciting tractor adventures at this all-weather Newquay attraction, perfect for little ones with fully accessible facilities throughout.

The Lost Gardens of Heligan ⭐ 4.5 6.9 mi away

Historic Houses & Gardens

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

Discover this enchanting 200-acre Cornish estate where Victorian gardens have been lovingly restored to reveal their secrets. Perfect for all the family with wheelchair access, pushchair-friendly paths and dogs welcome.

The Seahorse ⭐ 4.1 7.2 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

The Seahorse

Splashing fun awaits at this family-friendly pool complex featuring an exciting water flume and soothing whirlpool, with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout.

Pentewan Beach ⭐ 4.6 7.3 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Pentewan Beach

This sheltered Cornish harbour beach offers soft sand and gentle waters ideal for young children to paddle and build sandcastles, with wheelchair access and space for family picnics.

Lappa Valley Steam Railway ⭐ 4.7 8 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Lappa Valley Steam Railway

Climb aboard for a delightful steam train adventure through two miles of Cornish countryside, complete with boating fun, nature trails and family-friendly activities—all fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Camel Creek Family Adventure Park ⭐ 4.4 8.1 mi away

Theme Parks & Funfairs

Camel Creek Family Adventure Park

Experience action-packed fun for all ages with exhilarating attractions, mini golf and delightful animal experiences, all set within fully accessible grounds perfect for families with young children.

Lanhydrock 8.2 mi away

Historic Houses & Gardens

Lanhydrock

This grand estate near Bodmin offers families a captivating Victorian mansion to discover alongside extensive parkland, forest trails and waterside walks, with facilities welcoming babies, pushchairs and dogs.

World of Model Railways ⭐ 4.1 8.4 mi away

Railways & Transport

World of Model Railways

Experience intricate miniature trains in action at this accessible railway exhibition on Meaow Street, with parking available though visitors should note limited facilities onsite.

Mevagissey Treasure Hunt Trail ⭐ 5.0 8.4 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Mevagissey Treasure Hunt Trail

Explore this charming Cornish harbour village while solving clues and discovering hidden gems along an interactive trail from East Wharf, perfect for family teamwork and adventure.

Bodmin Leisure Centre ⭐ 4.3 8.4 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Bodmin Leisure Centre

Make a splash with the family at this lively leisure centre featuring a 25-metre swimming pool, thrilling water flume and professional training facilities perfect for budding athletes of all ages.

Mevagissey Beach ⭐ 4.7 8.4 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Mevagissey Beach

This picturesque Cornish harbour beach at East Wharf welcomes families with wheelchair access and space for seaside picnics, making it an ideal spot for young adventurers to explore.

Stay Active Adventures ⭐ 4.9 8.4 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Stay Active Adventures

Try your hand at exciting activities including archery, Segway riding and zorbing at this Newquay adventure centre, where families can enjoy action-packed fun with wheelchair access and onsite facilities.

Polkerris Beach ⭐ 4.7 8.4 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Polkerris Beach

This sheltered Cornish cove near Par offers safe swimming for children, complete with parking, accessible facilities, baby changing rooms, and an onsite restaurant for refreshments.

Bodmin and Wenford Railway ⭐ 4.6 8.6 mi away

Railways & Transport

Bodmin and Wenford Railway

Step back in time aboard historic steam trains journeying through the Cornish countryside, with facilities including an onsite restaurant, baby changing areas and wheelchair access at Bodmin General Station.

Bodmin Jail ⭐ 4.4 8.7 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Bodmin Jail

Step inside Cornwall's notorious former prison where centuries of captivating stories unfold through hands-on displays and spine-tingling encounters suitable for the whole family.

Discovering42 ⭐ 4.8 8.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Discovering42

This inclusive museum welcomes families with pushchairs, wheelchair users, babies and even dogs, with accessible facilities throughout and the option to bring your own refreshments.

Portmellon Beach ⭐ 4.5 8.9 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Portmellon Beach

This charming Cornish cove offers sandy shores ideal for young adventurers to discover seaside treasures, with wheelchair access and space for family picnics by the water.

Jungle Jacks Newquay ⭐ 4.6 9 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Jungle Jacks Newquay

This exciting Newquay adventure playground features an extensive network of climbing frames, tunnels and slides across 1,700 sq ft, plus an onsite café and accessible facilities.

Crazy Football Golf ⭐ 4.8 9 mi away

Adventure Golf

Crazy Football Golf

Combine your football skills with mini-golf fun at this entertaining outdoor course where you kick rather than putt. Baby changing facilities available, though some areas have limited pushchair access.

Watergate Bay Beach 9.3 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Watergate Bay Beach

Stretching along Cornwall's stunning coastline, this expansive two-mile sandy beach offers families perfect conditions for seaside fun, with wheelchair access and parking available on-site.

Newquay Trampoline and Play Park ⭐ 4.2 9.4 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Newquay Trampoline and Play Park

Bounce into action at this family-friendly venue offering extensive trampolining areas plus dedicated toddler zones. Pushchair accessible throughout with baby changing facilities available.

Lusty Glaze Beach ⭐ 4.6 9.4 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Lusty Glaze Beach

This scenic Cornish cove offers adventure activities including kids' surf sessions and zip-lining, plus a beachside restaurant where families can refuel between watersports or simply relax by the ocean.

Newquay Zoo ⭐ 4.3 9.5 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

Newquay Zoo

Explore diverse habitats from tropical rainforests to African plains while meeting more than 1,000 rare species at this Cornwall zoo set within beautiful Trenance Gardens.

Pencarrow House and Gardens ⭐ 4.6 9.6 mi away

Historic Houses & Gardens

Pencarrow House and Gardens

Step back in time at this elegant Georgian mansion near Washaway, where you can explore historic rooms before enjoying woodland walks through stunning gardens. Family facilities include an onsite restaurant, picnic areas, and full accessibility throughout.

Super Tramp Bodmin ⭐ 4.2 9.6 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Super Tramp Bodmin

Bounce into action at this Cornish trampoline park where families can leap, flip and jump together during hour-long sessions, with onsite dining, full facilities and wheelchair access available.

Mawgan Porth Beach ⭐ 4.8 9.7 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Mawgan Porth Beach

This expansive Cornish sandy shore offers ideal conditions for family paddling and castle-building fun, with wheelchair access and space to enjoy your own picnic by the sea.

St Eval Kart Circuit ⭐ 4.7 9.8 mi away

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

St Eval Kart Circuit

This Wadebridge karting venue welcomes racers from age 3 upwards with dedicated tracks for little ones, juniors and grown-ups. Onsite facilities include a restaurant, accessible toilets and baby changing rooms.

Newquay Mystery Treasure Trail ⭐ 5.0 10 mi away

Trails & Treasure Hunts

Newquay Mystery Treasure Trail

Solve puzzles and hunt for hidden treasure while discovering Newquay's coastal charm on this family-friendly trail from Trebarwith Crescent. Perfect for pushchairs and dogs welcome too!

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