It can be tough going on a staycation when the UK’s weather is notoriously unpredictable. However, a rainy Cornwall does not mean a boring Cornwall! There are ample indoor activities to keep you entertained, including escape rooms, galleries and aquariums.
If it’s forecast to rain when you’re due to come down to this wonderful county, don’t worry! We’ve compiled a selection of indoor things to do in Cornwall that are suitable for all ages.
If you’re after a day out that’s filled with culture and history, a visit to a landmark is a must. From Truro Cathedral to Lanhydrock House and Garden, there’s so much to discover about Cornwall’s past.
When it comes to Cornwall things to do in the rain that are unique, be sure to visit the Eden Project or board the Helston Railway. Alternatively, kick back and relax with a tipple after a tour of one of the region’s many breweries, such as the St Austell Brewery Visitor Centre.
Wondering what else there is to do in rainy Cornwall? Be sure to bring out your artistic side at the glass centres of Atlantic Glass Studio and Beau Nidol. Or, put your thinking skills to the test during a visit to one of the many indoor activities in Cornwall, such as Cornwall’s Great Escape Rooms and Eureka Escape Cornwall.
There are so many things to do in Cornwall in the rain! Keep scrolling to uncover them all…
Image Credits: Mr Eugene Birchall – CC BY-SA 2.0
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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17 High St
Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 2AB
07474590649
A relaxed café in Falmouth where adults and children alike can get creative and learn how to paint, stencil and stamp pottery.
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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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Tate St. Ives
Porthemeor Beach
St Ives
Cornwall
TR26 1TG
+44 (0)173 679 6226
An outstanding collection of British art in a revitalising, fresh setting that has a special emphasis on celebrating local St Ives artists and their creations.
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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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The Wharf
Bude
Cornwall
EX23 8LG
01288357300
The Castle Bude came to be in 1830, when it was built by Sir Goldsworthy Gurney. Nowadays, this Cornish landmark is a must-see for any visitor or local, with its exhibitions, grounds and café waiting to be explored.
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8 Tabernacle St
Truro
Cornwall
TR1 2EJ
01872857330
The Celtic Tossers is an indoor venue for axe throwing in Truro. The centre welcomes skilled and beginner axe throwers as well as groups, making for a great experience with friends!
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Tourist Centre 5 South Street
Fowey
Cornwall
England
PL23 1AR
01726 833 616
Are you a fan of Daphne Du Maurier or literature in general? You’ll love a visit to The Daphne Du Maurier Literary Centre, where
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Princes St
Penzance
Cornwall
TR18 2NL
01736 363715
The Exchange Gallery is an award-winning contemporary art space resting in Penzance. Here, you can find changing exhibitions that feature artwork by local, regional and international artists.
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Mullion
Helston
Cornwall
TR12 7JB
+44 (0)1326 241656
Visit the site where ground breaking experiments that paved the way for the communication technology we have today took place.
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