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SEND facilities for families in Cornwall
Welcome to Our Guide to SEND-Friendly Facilities and Attractions in Cornwall
Cornwall is a beautiful county with so much to offer, and we believe everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy its attractions, regardless of additional needs or disabilities. This guide is designed to highlight SEND-friendly (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) facilities and attractions across Cornwall, ensuring that families can make the most of their visit in a supportive and accessible environment.
From accessible playgrounds and sensory-friendly spaces to attractions offering extra support and tailored experiences, Cornwall is home to a wide range of places that are dedicated to providing inclusive experiences for children, parents, and carers. Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures, animal encounters, or cultural activities, you’ll find options here that welcome everyone with open arms.
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**Please note that this website is frequently updated and changed as more information is gathered, so don't forget to bookmark for updates. We try our hardest to keep the details as accurate as possible but it may be possible that facilities change over time, so we always recommend that you double check with the venue before you make a journey
Where possible, the links below go straight to the Accessibility pages and information that is available online for each location**
Updated: 7/5/2025
Bedruthan Hotel is spread out over a sloping clifftop which can limit accessibility to some parts of the hotel, however potential visitors should visit the website to find out more about accessibility to most parts of the hotel as well as facilities
Camel Creek Family Adventure Park, near Porthcurno have a number of facilities with Accessiblity. They are partnered with Nimbus Disability to streamline the process for obtaining 'Essential Companion' Tickets (see the website link for details). In addition and as of their reopening in 2024, they have also added a Changing Places Toilet facility. The accessiblity page linked above contains lots of details about their other provisions including access to different areas of their site, hearing loops, parking and more
Cornwall Seal Sanctuary due to the nature of their location, therefore it is advised that potential visitors go to the website to find out more about what they can offer
The Eden Project have worked hard to make their site as accessible as possible for everyone and have won multiple awards for their accessibility and inclusivity. The linked Accessibility page has detailed information with regards to wheelchair accessiblity, wheelchair access, parking and sensory highlights
Lappa Valley near Newquay have two wheelcharis available to borrow, or alternatively if you visit their website you can can find out more about the maximum size that they can accomodate on their trains. Accessible facilities are available throughout the site. The team have always works very closely with families who have children with autistic spectrum disorders and sensory issues and are happy to accomodate many special requests from families. Their website contains a detailed Access and Inclusivity Guide
Paradise Park in Hayle is set around the grounds of a Victorian walled garden, with the vast majority of areas being wheelchair and pushchair friendly. The website provides lots of detailed information about accessiblity in every part of the Park, Assistance Dogs and quieter areas of the park that can be accessed throughout the day
Newquay Zoo have worked hard to make themselves as accessible as possible with the majority of routes accessible for all. Their website has an Accessibility Map which highlights the routes around the site that are suitable for wheelchairs and scooters and is also available to pick up on arrival. Free entry for accompanying carers or helpers is available as well as guidance for assistance dogs (see the accessibility page listed above for details).
Each site will have its own accessibility provision - see below for direct links to their information
- Accessibility at Botallack
- Accessibility at Godrevy
- Accessibility at Godolphin
- Accessibility at Lanhydrock
- Accessibility at Pentire
- Accessibility at Trelissick
- Accessibility at Trengwainton
PK Porthcurno are committed to ensuring that everyone can fully enjoy and engage with the Museum's rich history and fascinating exhibits. Their accessibility webpage as linked previously includes a detailed visual guide to the museum which covers your arrival and a walkthrough of the Museum spaces. In addition, you can view and download a sensory map beforehand which provides information about the layout of the building and the level of sensory stimulation that may be present in each space. You can also find out more about their parking provision online prior to visiting
The newly reopened Royal Cornwall Museum in Truro is fully wheelchair accessible with unisex accessible toilets, ramp and lift. Visit their online accessibility guide as linked previously for information about their facilities throughout the building
All of the five levels at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall in Falmouth are accessible by lift or ramp and accessible/Changing Places toilets are widely available. For blind and visually impaired visitors, trained assistance dogs are welcomed and large print and braille guides are available free of charge from the admission desk. Deaf and hearing impaired visitors are invited to take part in the British Sign Language Tablet Tour which is available from the admissions desk and there are various hearing loops throughout the building. IN addition, subtitles are provided on all audio visual exhibits and films with speech in them.
With regards to sensory needs - sensory bags and and ear defenders are available from the Admissions desk throughout the year and on certain day the Museum offers Relaxed sessions. Carer's concessions are also available - see the website for details