169 Free Things to do in Cornwall

Uncover a Range of Free Things to do in Cornwall

Visiting Cornwall on a budget? Our guide to free things to do in Cornwall has you covered!

If you love being active, Cornwall is packed with plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy; all of which are free of charge! Why not embark on a walk along the winding River Camel or Bude Canal Lower Wharf & Harbour?

Of course, a visit to Cornwall’s beaches is a must when you want to enjoy budget-friendly things to do! The county boasts gorgeous sands, including Porthkidney Beach.

Looking for things to do on a gloomy day? You’ll be surprised at the large number of free things to do in Cornwall in the rain! If you’re a lover of history and culture, be sure to pay Truro Cathedral, the Royal Cornwall Museum or Falmouth Art Gallery a visit.

Read on to find more free things to do in Cornwall…

Atrium Gallery

Lemon Street Market
Truro
Cornwall
TR1 2QD

01872273631

An independent gallery where contemporary art sits alongside ceramics, jewellery, and illustration with regular furniture and lighting installations.
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Bamaluz Beach

Wheal Dream
St Ives
Cornwall
TR26 1PR

Nestled between St Ives harbour and Porthgwidden beach, this hidden gem offers visitors a peaceful haven for dog walking, paddling and boat watching.
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Bantham Beach

Bantham Beach
Kingsbridge
Devon
TQ7 3AN

01548 560897

Situated in the designated South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and boasting a Blue Flag, this is the perfect spot for family beach days.
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Bike Park Kernow

Bike Park Kernow
Trenowth Wood
Grampound Road
TR2 4EH

07851222350

Calling all mountain biking enthusiasts! Bike Park Kernow features a range of exhilarating professionally designed trails for beginners through to experienced bikers.
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Bissoe Valley Nature Reserve

Gwennap
Truro
Cornwall
TR4 8RA

01872273939

An old Cornish mine turned nature reserve, visitors can view this fine example of creative conservation work while spotting rarely seen butterflies.
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Boscawen Park

Malpas Rd
Truro
Cornwall
TR1 1SG

01872274766

Families will adore Truro’s favourite play park. With play equipment, safe spaces to run and scoot as well as tennis courts and football pitches, it’s the perfect place to get active.
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Bossiney, St Nectan’s Glen and Rocky Valley

Bossiney
Tintagel
PL34 0AX

Explore woodland, a waterfall and coastal views on this moderately challenging walk from Bossiney to Rocky Valley.
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Bude Canal Lower Wharf and Harbour

Bude Canal Lower Wharf and Harbour
Bude
Cornwall
EX23 8LG

Take a leisurely stroll around this bustling area of Bude where you’ll find activities, artisan shops and plenty of eateries.
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Bude Tunnel

7 Erdiston Ct
Bude
Cornwall
EX23 8HE

07443 524987

This unlikely viral sensation has become a top attraction in Bude with an impressive Christmas light display.
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Cabilla and Redrice Woods CWT Reserve

Cabilla and Redrice Woods CWT Reserve
Bodmin
Cornwall
PL30 4EQ

01872 273939

77 hectares of ancient woodland where animals graze and visitors can navigate trails around rivers and wetland.
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