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Things to do in Cornwall during summer 2020
With many attractions gradually re-opening we have compiled a list of some that you may like to visit.
**Please note that due to ongoing Covid-19 developments, the facilities available at each venue may change and many attractions require pre-booking. We always advise that you check the social media and website of any venue before travelling or making arrangements.
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Lappa Valley - . take a nostalgic steam train ride through beautiful Cornish countryside, and arrive in their secret valley of fun and adventure. Take a nostalgic steam train ride through beautiful Cornish countryside, and arrive in our secret valley of fun and adventure. We're a place to make memories as a family, roaming free and enjoying play in the great outdoors! Their 35 acre site includes a boating lake, adventure play and, of course, train rides. They are currently operating a free pre-booking system with tickets payable on arrival
Find out more at their website.
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Flambards - there are fun activities for all the family and most attractions and facilities have been reopened. Indoor facilities require mask wearing by those individuals that are stipulated by current government guidelines. Tickets must be pre-booked and at the time of writing are available on a 7 days for the price of 1 offer with 10% on online bookings.
Visit the website for more details.
Newquay Zoo - visitors are taken on a journey that allows you to get close to over 1,000 of the world's 
rarest and most endangered animals. Set in 13 acres of beautiful sub-tropical gardens, it is an oasis that allows visitors to release their inner animal and have fun! From the amazing savannahs of Africa to the rainforests of South America, there is lots to discover and enjoy.
Visit the website to find out more and book
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Character Days at Camel Creek - Camel Creek Family Adventure Park has reopened most of their areas and have put a number of social distancing measures into place. A schedule of character days is lined up so keep an eye on their social media and website for more details. Pre-booking is recommended as the capacity will be limited.
Visit their website to find out more
Lost Gardens of Heligan- Step into summer at The Lost Gardens and embark on a seasonal sensory adventure; discover a world of 
butterflies and bees and lose yourself in a wildflower sea until 6th September 2020. This year, they have planted an incredible 15 acres of wildflower meadow for you to enjoy. Cornflowers, corn chamomile, poppies and corn marigolds will come together to create an incredible visual backdrop to summer at The Lost Gardens.
Families are invited to pick up a ‘Heligan Summer’ booklet from the Ticket Office before setting off through the Gardens, Jungle and Estate on your summer sensory adventure. Visit the website here.
Seal Sanctuary - get up close and personal with a wonderful range of rehabilitating seals and other sea animals and find out their stories whilst helping to contribute to their ongoing recovery. Visits are required to be pre-booked.
Shipwreck Treasure Museum
- with its treasure trove of over 8000 artefacts from over 150 shipwrecks, there is plenty to engage maritime fans of all ages. Pre-booking is not required, however the museum will initially be operating with reduced capacity with timed tickets available on arrival and staggered entry.
Find out more here at their website
The Minack Theatre summer events
- The Minack Theatre have announced a schedule of summer events including family-friendly storytelling events from Squashbox Theatre and regular garden and theatre visiting slots. Social distancing measures are in place and visits and shows must be pre-booked and are selling out fast.
iBounce Cornwall - iBounce Cornwall are happy to announce that they have reopened for the summer. Stringent social distancing and 
hygiene measures have been put in place to keep customers safe and it is essential to prebook.
Make sure you visit their website to find out more about their guidelines and to book
Pop over the border for a summer staycation at Crealy - 
You don’t have to go far for a proper family summer break at Crealy Theme Park and Resort, near Exeter, Devon. Fantastic deals are available on hot tub lodge, themed glamping and camping and touring breaks this summer season. Staying at the resort also entitles you to exclusive discounts to the multiple Primary Times Reader Star Award Winning theme park
You don’t have to go far for a proper family summer break at Crealy Theme Park and Resort, near Exeter, Devon. Fantastic deals are available on hot tub lodge, themed glamping and camping and touring breaks this summer season. Staying at the resort also entitles you to exclusive discounts to the multiple Primary Times Reader Star Award Winning theme parkVisit their website for more info and availability
Paradise Park - If you have been following the adventures of their keepers who moved in to look after the animals during the lockdown then you will be pleased to know that Paradise Park has now reopened with some restrictions and social distancing guidelines fully in place. See over 1,200 birds as well as playful otters, red pandas and more. Capacity is reduced and pre-booking is essential.
To find out more – visit their website
National Trust - selected parklands and carparks are reopened but for many pre-booking is essential. We strongly advise that you monitor the local social media pages for each venue as well at the National Trust Cornwall website for more information and updates.