22nd November 2024
There are so many places to visit and explore at this time of year, from fabulous walks to ice skating to exploring English Heritage sites. We have picked out a few ideas for you of places to visit with family and friends during February half term.
The Camel Trail is an 18 mile largely traffic free, surfaced and virtually level multi use trail. It provides access to the beautiful Cornish countryside along a disused railway line between Wenfordbridge, Bodmin, Wadebridge and Padstow.
Padstow to Wadebridge - 5.5 Miles (8.8Km)
Wadebridge to Bodmin (Boscarne) - 5.75 Miles (9.25Km)
Bodmin to Wenfordbridge - 6.25 Miles (10.1 Km)
10th November-23rd February 2025
Cornwall's only ice rink is open for the winter season with sessions to suit all ages and abilities
Newquay’s Blue Reef Aquarium provides an amazing undersea adventure through the world’s seas and oceans. Marvel at over 40 naturally-themed displays and be transported from the rocky Cornish shores to the exotic coral reefs!
At the aquarium’s heart is a giant ocean tank with an underwater walkthrough tunnel, home to hundreds of colourful fish, tropical sharks and Omiros, the rescued loggerhead turtle.
Family walks along the Southwest Coast Path with your children- look no further. These walks are suitable not just for kids but for all the family. Discover the myths and legends, the secret harbours and the high, rugged cliffs.
Learn about the sea and Cornwall's maritime heritage 17th century to the present day at this museum on Discovery Quay, Falmouth
The Cornish Seal Sanctuary is a charity that rescues and rehabilitates grey seal pups from around the Cornish coastline
Experience the wonderful marine animals and learn about their individual stories.
www.sealsanctuary.sealifetrust.org
Linked to the stories of King Arthur, explore the history of Tintagel Castle.
Soak up the natural beauty of the headland and look out for wildlife. You can often see seals playing in the water and the rugged cliffs teem with birds sheltering from the winds.