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…

St George’s Cove

St George's Cove
Padstow
Cornwall
PL28 8AF

The closest beach to Padstow Harbour is surrounded by lush greenery and overlooks the Camel Estuary.
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St Ives Harbour

Wharf Rd
Saint Ives
Cornwall
TR26 1LH

The bustling harbour of one of Cornwall’s most popular towns where visitors can dine, relax and watch boats come and go.
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St Mawgan Church

St Mawgan
Cornwall
England
TR8 4ER

01637880252

A church dating back to the 13th century situated in the quaint village of St Mawgan where visitors can worship.
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St Michael’s Way

Saint Ives
Cornwall
England
United Kingdom
TR26 3DT

A 12.5-mile walk between Lelant and St Michael’s Mount dating back to pre-historic times and used by pilgrims.
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St. Materiana’s Church

Tintagel
Cornwall
England
United Kingdom
PL35 0DJ

A late 11th or early 12th-century church nestled in the charming village of Tintagel in north Cornwall with Roman and Bronze Age relics.
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Stepper Point

Stepper Point
Padstow
Cornwall,

A geologically important headland marking the entry to the Camel Estuary where a Daymark was built as an aid for sailors entering the port.
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Swanvale Nature Reserve

Silverdale Road
Falmouth
TR11 4HP

01872 273939

Swanvale Nature Reserve is a wooded conservation area near Falmouth, home to a wide variety of animals and birds and the beautiful Swanpool lake.
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Talland Church

Talland Church
Talland Bay
Looe
PL13 2JB

This 13th-century church sits on the outskirts of Looe, situated along the Cornish Celtic Way. It’s open daily with services open to all.
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Tamar Lakes Country Park

Upper Tamar Lake
Bude
EX23 9SB

01288 321712

Tamar Lakes Country Park is situated near Bude and is home to a wealth of activities. Come here for stunning views, birdwatching, watersports, fishing and cycling.
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The Blue Bramble Gallery

1
Market House
Market Pl
Saint Ives
TR26 1RZ

01736793344

The quirky Blue Bramble Gallery has been a part of St Ives’ art scene since 2014. Come here to admire and buy local artists’ quirky artwork.
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