Family Activities

What family activities are available at the site?
Which English Heritage properties are nearby?
What other family-based activities and places of interest are nearby?

What family activities are available at the site?

Royal Artillery Barracks Exhibition

Suggested time needed: 30 minutes
Try on a uniform and use the interactive displays to trace the 450 years of history of the castle.

Discovery Centre

Suggested time needed: 30 minutes
Full of hands on experiences models and displays.

Castle and grounds

Suggested time needed: Up to 1 hour.
Explore the castle grounds using our activity sheet.

Facilities

Suggested time needed: 30 minutes
Toilets, Baby changing facilities, family learning resources.

Events

A host of events designed for all the family are held every year. A great opportunity to learn about characters and traditions from the past whilst having lots of fun! See www.english-heritage.org.uk/events

Which English Heritage properties are nearby?

St Mawes Castle

Distance: 15 miles (6 miles via King Harry ferry – no coaches)
One of the prettiest castles in Cornwall, St Mawes is the sister to Pendennis. It sits in breathtaking setting commanding views over the glittering Fal Estuary.

Restormel Castle

Distance: 30 miles
A beautiful medieval castle ruin set in stunning countryside, Restormel is one of the best picnic spots in Cornwall and is a fantastic place for children to explore.

What other family-based activities and places of interest are nearby?

Falmouth & surrounding area

Distance: 1-3 miles
Take a boat trip to one of the neighbouring coastal villages or visit the Swanpool Nature reserve.

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