Until 25 November an exhibition at the Royal Cornwall Museum. In 1997, a rogue wave knocked 62 containers of Lego from a cargo ship off the coast of Cornwall.

13 October until 22 December. Experience Newquay's nature with a guided family walk and learn how to become a citizen scientist.

13 October until 20 December. Peer beneath the surface of rockpools along the north Cornish coast with a guide from Newquay Wild Activities.

14 October until February 2024. Lace up your skates and join the fun at the Eden Project as their glittering ice rink opens again.

17 November - 2 January. Become immersed in an enchanting lantern experience, set amidst the atmospheric Lost Gardens.

22 and 23 November. Cornwall's biggest, most vibrant Christmas fair returns to Eden.

4-31 December. Full of pesky pirates, freewheeling fun and a gaggle of lost boys, take flight with Peter, Wendy and of course Tinkerbell too!

7-10 December. Join Padstow Christmas Festival for a weekend of fun and foodie-filled festivities.

9-31 December. Step into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas as the dazzling Tunnel of Lights returns to Charlestown.

This festive season the ancient houses and exotic gardens around Cornwall are being transformed for Christmas.

From 11 December. Visit Mousehole to take in the annual Christmas lights that adorn the village.

Discover what lies beneath our rockpools with Newquay Wild Activities.

A climbing centre in the heart of Cornwall, the Tide Climbing centre is a short drive from the hotel. Large areas are dedicated to bouldering. Ideal rainy-day option and suitable for little ones too.

Take a boat safari from Padstow harbour with Wavehunters. Boat tours and sea safaris exploring hidden coves, private charter also available.

Woodlands and coast paths, traffic-free cycle routes all within a 30-minute drive.

Explore surfing lessons, equipment hire and book a session with Wavehunters surf school right on the beach.

Discover beach, coast path and woodland walks near Watergate Bay and further afield.

Seek out tidal pools, sheltered bays, and geothermal pools.

Experience Newquay's nature with a guided walk.

Hall for Cornwall is back with a line-up full of comedy, music, theatre, screenings and entertainment all year round.

Learn all about lobsters and the conservation work that goes into ensuring the sustainability of the wild lobster population in our seas.

Built in 1779, you can now dig into the jail's history yourself, literally. With immersive experiences, a “Dark Walk” grimy cells, and chilling last moments

Tate St Ives have a couple of limited exhibitions. The Barbara Hepworth Museum, the Bernard Leach Pottery & Museum and many other art galleries are also dotted around this bustling small town.

Local, national and international stories are told through rare objects around the world, a delve into the history of our seafaring heritage with limited exhibtions.

Take a tour of the Camel Valley Vineyard or a seat on the terrace and soak up the view of the rolling hills. Camel Valley produces some of the best English sparkling wine, consistently winning awards for their Pinot Noir Rose Brut.

At the Southwestern Distillery, Tarquin and his team distil his famous gin overlooking the wild Cornish coast.

An incredible theatre perched on the cliff edge near the tip of Cornwall. Visit for the day or buy tickets for a production.

Near St Austell, a 30-minute drive Explore the Rainforest and Mediterranean Biomes, hidden gems in the outdoor gardens, iconic sculptures, England’s longest zipwire, ice skating rink and limited exhibitions. Timed ticket entries, booking ahead essential.

45-minute drive. A garden frozen in time, forgotten since the outbreak of WW1, and re-awakened in 1990. The history, scale, wildlife, woodland, and jungle rope bridge suspended 100 feet above ancient ferns, are waiting.

1-hour drive. A sheltered valley with a coastal backdrop of St Michael's Mount, with changing exhibitions. Permanent sculptures are interwoven with exotic planting making a dramatic and tranquil place to explore.

Discover a 26-acre sub-tropical garden, located above the Helford River and with a coastal backdrop. Four miles of footpath weave through exotic plants to a private secluded beach, just at the mouth of the Helford River.

A tidal island, 500 metres from the mainland, linked by a causeway that is passable between mid-tide and low water. Take a picnic, grab a bite from the takeout café menu, and breathe in the views.

Experience the natural wonder of Bedruthan Steps, dramatic views and sea stacks towering high above the beach.

Country house estate, ancient woodland, extensive gardens, and riverside paths. Off-road cycle trails for all abilities and bike hire available.

20 minute drive, an Elizabethan manor house and gardens.