Things to Do in Penwithick

⭐ 4.6 1.3 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.

⭐ 4.3 1.8 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.

⭐ 4.7 2.1 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.

⭐ 4.8 2.2 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.

⭐ 4.1 2.3 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.

⭐ 3.8 2.5 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.

🎟️Beaches & Coastline

Charlestown Beach ⭐ 4.6 3.1 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.

⭐ 4.7 5.1 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.

🎟️Beaches & Coastline

Pentewan Beach ⭐ 4.6 5.8 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.

⭐ 4.8 5.9 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.

⭐ 4.5 6 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.

🎟️Historic Houses & Gardens

The Lost Gardens of Heligan ⭐ 4.5 6.3 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.

⭐ 4.3 6.4 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.

⭐ 4.6 6.7 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Readymoney Cove Beach

This sheltered Cornish sandy cove offers calm waters perfect for children's paddling adventures, with wheelchair access and space to enjoy your own picnic by the sea.

⭐ 4.0 7 mi away

Aquariums & Sea Life Centres

Fowey Aquarium

Discover the marine life that thrives around Britain's coastline at this quayside aquarium, where children can get hands-on with starfish and other creatures in the interactive touch pool.

⭐ 4.2 7 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.

⭐ 4.2 7.1 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.

⭐ 4.8 7.3 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.

⭐ 4.6 7.3 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.

⭐ 4.5 7.7 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.

🎟️Laser Tag Arenas

Cornwall Laser Tag 7.8 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.

⭐ 4.2 7.9 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.

⭐ 4.7 8 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Cardinham Woods

This scenic woodland offers family-friendly trails perfect for walking and biking through stunning Cornish landscapes, with riverside picnic spots and facilities welcoming pushchairs, dogs and visitors of all abilities.

⭐ 4.3 8.2 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.

⭐ 4.5 8.4 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Lantic Bay

This scenic Cornish cove near Polruan combines sand and shingle shores ideal for paddling and coastal walks. Pack a picnic to enjoy at this wheelchair-accessible beach retreat.

⭐ 4.7 8.5 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.

⭐ 4.7 8.6 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.

⭐ 4.7 9.2 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Gorran Haven Beach

This delightful Cornish cove welcomes families and four-legged friends for seaside fun on its sandy shores. Wheelchair accessible with picnic-friendly policies, it's an ideal spot for paddling adventures.

⭐ 4.6 9.3 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.

⭐ 4.4 9.5 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

Porfell Wildlife Park

This sanctuary near Liskeard provides a safe haven for over 250 rescued animals from across the globe, with accessible grounds, onsite dining and picnic areas for family visits.