Look beyond the sand and surf to the fascinating history of the Parish of Perranzabuloe. Situated in the 100 year-old Oddfellows hall, the museum offers an insight into the social and industrial past of Perranporth and the surrounding villages. Displays include...

Housed in a former Chapel of Rest, St Agnes Museum is full of fascinating artefacts and information about the Parish of St Agnes, its history and its people. There's lots about our rich mining and maritime history, with a detailed model of the former harbour, and...

Over 130 different species set in lush sub-tropical lakeside gardens. From the amazing open rainforest exhibit to the beautiful oriental garden there is something for all ages and abilities. Enjoy the African Savanna and the all new Madagascan Walkthrough exhibit....

On Wednesday, December 21st, 1928 a public meeting was held in the Council Chamber for the purpose of forming a branch of the Old Cornwall Society in Newquay. The first President was Col. Sir Hugh B. Protheroe Smith. Our Society is a member of the Federation of Old...

An intimate Elizabethan manor and a Cornish gem, Trerice remains little changed by the advances in building fashions over the centuries, thanks to long periods under absentee owners.

The total bookstock exceeds 30,000 volumes relating to the history, geography, customs, industries, language and other aspects of Cornish life. Over the years the Library has acquired a number of personal collections, the largest being the Hambly and Rowe, the...

At the very heart of the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site sit these two great beam engines, originally powered by high-pressure steam boilers introduced by local hero Richard Trevithick.

Awe-inspiring expanse of sandy beaches around St Ives Bay. Wild cliffs, rich in wildlife and archaeology, with popular café.

Over the years generous benefactors have donated an amazing array of objects, broadening the collection so that it covers for example Egyptology (hence our famous unwrapped mummy), fine art and world cultures, as well as classical Greek and Roman objects. The...

Soaring above the surrounding rooftops, Truro Cathedral is located at the heart of this thriving Georgian city and wonderfully situated in the middle of the Royal Duchy of Cornwall. We are an active part of the community welcoming people from all over the world. Our...