Events and Activities around Hayle, Cornwall
Being a tourist hotspot there are many things to do in and around Hayle, we have put a small selection together for you to consider during your stay.
Cornwall is a host to many attractions and wonderful days out, too many to mention here. We have selected a few of our favourites for you, all of which are family friendly and entertaining for all ages.
Just a short journey from our Hayle cottages, Paradise Park is an award-winning wildlife sanctuary and an excellent family day out. Meet colourful parrots, penguins, flamingos, red pandas, otters and many more species while exploring the park’s subtropical gardens. Daily activities and seasonal flying displays add plenty to see, while the large indoor JungleBarn play centre makes this a dependable choice when the Cornish weather changes. Check current opening times, events and advance ticket options on the Paradise Park website.
Carved into the cliffs above beautiful Porthcurno Bay, the Minack is one of Cornwall’s most memorable places to visit. Explore the open-air theatre and its gardens, discover how Rowena Cade created this extraordinary venue, or book a performance against the dramatic backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. The theatre is popular and advance booking is strongly recommended, particularly during school holidays and for live shows. Plan your visit and view the current programme on the Minack Theatre website.
Rising from Mount’s Bay opposite Marazion, St Michael’s Mount combines a historic castle, harbour village, subtropical garden and one of Cornwall’s most distinctive coastal views. At low tide you can walk across the ancient cobbled causeway; when the tide is in, boats carry visitors to and from the island. Access, opening areas and sailing arrangements vary with the tide, so check the day’s details and book tickets before travelling. Visit the St Michael’s Mount website to plan your day.
The Eden Project is a landmark Cornish attraction built in a transformed china-clay pit near St Austell. Its vast biomes contain plants and landscapes from rainforest and Mediterranean climates, while the outdoor gardens, exhibitions and seasonal events explore the connections between people and the natural world. There is enough to fill a full day, with indoor and outdoor areas making Eden a useful option in mixed weather. See current opening times, events and ticket information on the Eden Project website.
Discover Cornwall’s mining heritage at Geevor, a preserved tin mine on the dramatic Atlantic coast at Pendeen and part of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site. Explore the original mine buildings and Hard Rock Museum, learn how generations of miners worked, try mineral panning and put on a hard hat for the underground experience in the 18th-century Wheal Mexico Mine. It is an engaging day out for adults and families, with striking coastal scenery beyond the mine. Check opening times and visitor information on the Geevor Tin Mine website.
Overlooking Porthmeor Beach, Tate St Ives celebrates modern and contemporary art with a strong connection to the artists who made west Cornwall internationally famous. Changing exhibitions sit alongside works inspired by the landscape, light and creative history of St Ives, and the rooftop terrace offers wonderful views across the town and sea. Combine your gallery visit with the nearby Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden for a rewarding day focused on Cornish art and culture. Check exhibitions, admission and opening information on the Tate St Ives website.
