Rainy Days

There are days when the sun just doesn’t want to come out, with that in mind we have compiled an ever growing list of things to do in Padstow and Cornwall when it is raining or inclement.

Prideaux Place (0.5 miles)

Living history on the beautiful North Cornish coast. Since its completion in 1592 the same family have lived in this charming Elizabethan manor. Take a tour of the house or stroll in the tranquil grounds overlooking the ancient deer park. Our closest historic house and an international film location. Lots of Cornish history, tour the house followed by a lovely cream tea. Open Spring and Summer. Good when it is chucking it down!
- Prideaux Place, Padstow
- 01841 532 411
- https://prideauxplace.co.uk
- Recommended
- Accessible
Pirate’s Quest (13 miles)

Join the old sea dog ‘imself as Captain calico Jack, his trusted wench Anne Bonny or other members of his scurvy ridden crew, take you on a swashbuckling adventure. This is an adventure that should not be missed and will be enjoyed by all age groups.
- 22 St. Michaels Road, Newquay, TR7 1RA
- 01637 873379
- https://www.piratesquest.co.uk
Tate St Ives (46 miles)

Artists have always flocked to Cornwall and many have settled here to experience the wonderful clear, bright air in Cornwall that sharpens the colours and enlivens the senses. This is a collection of the more famous, and infamous artists and art works.
- Porthmeor Beach, St Ives TR26 1TG
- 01736 796 226
- https://www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-st-ives
The Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry Regimental Museum (15 miles)

Housed in “The Keep” at Bodmin, which is a Grade II listed building, constructed at the time of the Napoleonic threats. A fine collection of medals, weapons, uniforms, paintings and artefacts are clearly displayed and will appeal to all age groups.
- The Keep, Bodmin PL31 1EG
- 01208 72810
- https://cornwalls-regimentalmuseum.org
Blue Reef Aquarium (13 miles)

Close-up views of exotic species, sharks and turtles, coral reef display and feeding sessions. Open Daily from 10.00am.
- Towan Promenade, Newquay
- 01637 878 134
- https://www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk/newquay/
The Eden Project (18 miles)

You can buy tickets at here to fast-track you in – and at a discounted price. Open all year round. Fascinating place! But can get crowded. Ask for best times to go. It takes about minimum 4 hours to go round.
- Bodelva, St Austell
- 01726 811911
- https://www.edenproject.com
- Highly Recommended
- Accessible
The National Maritime Museum Cornwall (35 miles)

Open all year round. Good family attraction for a couple of hours. Nice little restaurants out on the pedestrian precinct by the entrance for lunch.
- Discovery Quay, Falmouth
- 01326 313 388
- https://nmmc.co.uk
- Accessible
St. Eval Candle Co. (7 miles)

Fine Quality Hand Made English candles. Hand drawn candles, Victorian herb-scented candles, candle gifts. Shop and factory. Not a place for children – they would be bored stiff!
- Engollan, St Eval
- 01841 540 850
- https://www.st-eval.com
The Lobster Hatchery (1 mile)

The National Lobster Hatchery is a charitable organization and was opened in August 2000. The organisation is a marine Conservation, research and education charity that focuses its efforts on the European lobster. It is a fascinating visit for all the family especially on a wet day.
- South Quay car park, Padstow
- 01841 533 877
- https://www.nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk
- Accessible
RNLI Padstow Boathouse (4 miles)

Lots to see, lovely views, the children will love the new boat; The Spirit of Padstow. Open Spring and Summer. Not suitable for disabled or wheelchair users, unfortunately. Subject to operational duties.
- Mother Ivey’s Bay, follow signs to Harlyn Bay then to Trevose Head
- 01841 532844
- http://visiting-cornwall.co.uk/LBS/Padstow_LBS.html
- Recommended
Regal Cinema (7 miles)

Cinema
- The Platt, Wadebridge, PL27 7AD
- 01208 812 791
- https://wtwcinemas.co.uk/wadebridge/whats-on/
Hall for Cornwall (23 miles)

Theatre currently being refurbished
- Lemon Quay, Truro
- 01872 262466
- https://www.hallforcornwall.co.uk