Beaches...

cafe, A south-facing, sandy beach sheltered by a woodland cove. Onsite watersports hire,  Beach Bar, jetty  and large car park.  Seasonal dog ban after 9am/before 6pm May to September.

A sandy beach great for families, with lots of amenities close to Looe Town Centre. Restricted vehicle access in the summer, so prepare for a fair walk. Arrive early as the car parks in Looe fill up quickly. No dogs.

A small sandy/shingly beach. Very little parking so best to park at Millendreath Beach and walk the coast path. At low tide you walk along the beach.  Dog friendly.

With white sands and turquoise shores, this remote beach lies between Fowey and Polperro.  Not the easiest to find and tthe nearest car park is a 20 minute walk. Steep walk down to beach. Dog friendly.

Sandy beach, one of few in this corner of Cornwall that has good waves for surfing. A river running through the beach is perfect for paddling and splashing. Choice of places to eat, playground, outdoor gym, parking and toilets. Dog friendly.

Secluded coves, home to Talland Sand and the quieter Rotterdam Beach. Car park, toilets, shop and beach cafe at Talland Sand. Cafe, car park and some on road parking (in quieter months) at Rotterdam Beach. Access by road is along narrow lanes and steep hills. Dog friendly.

A quiet, south facing shingle beach, great for exploring rock pools and relaxing away from the crowds. Adjacent car park and roadside parking.  Large car park in West Looe, about a 10 minute walk away.  Dog friendly.

Sheltered sandy/shingly beach. Pub on beach and parking in village. Slipway with disabled access. Toilets, shops, cafe, and restaurants in village. Dog friendly.

Two 17th Century fishing villages with sheltered bays overlooking Plymouth Sound. Mix of sand and shingle. Shops and places to eat. Parking, toilets. Seasonal dog ban between July 1 and August 31 (10am-6om) at Cawsand. Dogs allowed all year at Kingsand.

Explore beautiful Cornwall from the water with equipment hire from Sea Explorers at Millendreath Beach. Sea-scooters, paddleboards, kayaks and bodyboards are all available to hire.

Delve into Looe’s rich history of smuggling and seafaring, and enter the cells where Looe’s criminals were once locked up in this 15th Century listed building. Children go free at this museum of artefacts, old photos, exhibitions and more.

A few minute's drive from Millendreath, the Monkey Sanctuary is home to dozens of rescued and neglected monkeys. See monkeys swing through trees, have fun in the play area and explore the wildlife gardens. Activities and events are held at the charity-run attraction.

Woodland, grassland, sand, shingle and a rocky reef make up this peaceful haven, where there's plenty of wildlife to spot. Visible from Millendreath Beach, the island can only be reached on organised trips, which run regularly from Looe. Dogs not allowed.

Explore giant biomes housing the world’s largest indoor rainforest and ramble through gardens filled with plants from across the globe at this eco-attraction. Exhibitions, summer concerts and family events are also held.

Face your fears and have fun at this thrilling attraction, which is packed with daredevil adventures, including a 490m zip wire, giant swing, a 800m kart track, axe-throwing and aquapark. 

For a day of outdoor adventure in a beautiful setting, this scenic lake is surrounded by walks, cycle trails, play areas and a cafe.  Kayaking, canoeing and fishing are just some of the activities run from the seasonal onsite Activity Centre.

Feel like a giant in a miniature recreation of this pretty Cornish village and find out more about Cornwall’s myths and legends. Having survived both a fire and flood, the attraction is home to a quaint model railway.

Enter the gallows, step into the chilling cells and hear the stories of prisoners from the past at this historic site, Built in 1779, Bodmin Jail explores the crime and punishment experienced in Georgian and Victorian Britain through tours, paranormal experiences and special events. 

See sharks, rays and some of the ocean’s most colourful marine life at the UK’s largest aquarium. Home to amazing sea animals, visitors can observe seahorses, jellyfish, a giant octopus, shark nursery and rockpool creatures. 

With an indoor play barn, outdoor fun park and animal barns, Trethorne is an all-weather attraction. Trampolines, dropsides, dodgems, bungee run, zorb football, paddle boats, climbing wall and pony rides are just some of the activities.

With more than 250 animals from around the world, this wildlife park is a sanctuary for neglected, unwanted and injured animals. Get up close to species, learn about their natural habitat and follow a nature trail into the untamed woods.