Things to do in Cornwall this Easter
We’re spoilt for choice for things to do in Cornwall at Easter! With plenty of wonderful outdoor activities and things to do for all ages, here are just a few ideas…
Easter at Via Ferrata Cornwall
Just a short drive away from Falmouth and Penryn, our remote 60 acre site full of historic quarries, heathland and woodland comes alive in Spring! From bluebell walks, to Easter treats in The Cornish Barista’s Café and some more adventurous activities like Via Ferrata, there’s something for everyone. With plenty to keep you occupied for a full day out and lots of free and great value for money activities to choose from, this is the place to be! Read on to find out more about our Easter outdoor activities…
Easter on a budget
Looking for Easter activities on a budget? We have free entry and parking and you could easily spend half a day here without having to spend a penny (though our profits support our charity BF Adventure, so any money you do spend will go towards helping vulnerable children!). Read on for inspiration…
1. Free: Enjoy the Spring flowers!
If you love Bluebells then our dog friendly adventure nature trails are a must this Easter! With bug zones, a grassland area, woodlands and wildlife interpretation boards, they’re fantastic for families. There are also some great picnic spots (though with The Cornish Barista’s Café just around the corner, you won’t be disappointed if you go for a cheeky cake!).
The views are something else too! Our circular trail lasts about an hour and includes the Bluebell Woods and a 360 degree viewing point. For a longer walk, you can continue on to the bottom of the valley and join the public footpath to Argal Reservoir. Just a heads up though – these trails have an ‘adventurous’ side to them which makes them exciting, but also means they aren’t suitable for push chairs. You’ll need sensible shoes too!
2. Free: Wild play for under 10’s
If you have under 10’s, you could also spend some time exploring our muddy kitchen and wild play area, which has a climbing slope, swings, a slide and a covered seating area for parents to sit. Easter eggs crafted from mud, anyone?
3. Discounts for Locals and Blue Light Card holders
If you do want to take on our Via Ferrata challenge (an epic high wire adventure through our quarries with zip-lining), then we offer 10% off for Locals and Blue Light Card holders…read on to learn more about this adventure and others!
Fill up on Easter goodies!
If you haven’t yet sampled The Cornish Barista’s speciality cheesecake then now’s your chance!
Relax in their Café, indulge and take in stunning views across our quarry. Or, grab a takeaway to enjoy in our nature trails or wild play area!
As well as sweet treats, the Cafe also does amazing lunches and uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
To top it off, 10% of their sales go to BF Adventure to support their charity work with children in need – win-win!
Experience adventurous things to do!
If you’re looking for adventurous things to do in Cornwall this Easter, then our activities offer so much more than just an adrenaline rush! You’ll get to build confidence, have fun, push your limits and make amazing memories…
Via Ferrata – the ultimate high wire adventure!
Want to work up an appetite for all those crème eggs? Why not take on South England’s only full Via Ferrata challenge!
Journeying through our quarries on an unforgettable adventure, you’ll scale cliff faces up to 20m high, balance across the high wire bridge, tackle high challenges and finish with your reward: an epic zip wire finale overlooking beautiful views across the Lizard Peninsular and Falmouth Bay!
With routes for adventurous 8 year olds through to full on adrenaline junkies, this makes for the perfect group or family outing. You’ll definitely feel a sense of achievement when you reach the summit!
Easter activities for children only
Seeking childcare during the Easter school holidays? We have something that will make their Easter holiday ‘the best fun ever’…
Adventure Holiday Club
Check out the adventure holiday club for 6-13 year olds. Take your pick from Adventure Quarry games, climbing, zip-lining, canoeing, archery, bushcraft, catapulting, raft-building and coasteering!
With half days and full days available, you can simply drop your children off and come and collect them at the end.
This is brilliant for confidence building, making new friends, trying new things and most importantly, having fun.
Other things to do in Cornwall this Easter
Cornwall has so much to offer this time of year: nature comes to life, there are gorgeous walks to explore and so much more. Here are some more Easter activity ideas…
Food, Easter traditions and more!
Whether you’re an animal lover, foodie or love joining in with local Easter traditions, there’s something for everyone.
1. Easter Farmers’ Markets
A must for foodies – check out the fresh, locally sourced Artisan goodies at local Spring Markets!
This is a great way to soak up the atmosphere, have a feast or find the perfect Easter gift for your loved ones. The BIG Easter Market with Truro Farmers Market is definitely one to look out for!
2. Visit Spring Farm Animals
Are your children animal lovers? Now’s the time to go and see some Easter animals like chicks, lambs and bunnies! Cornwall has plenty of farms where you can see and stroke a whole range of animals and one highly rated family friendly attraction is Old Macdonald’s Farm near Porthcothan Bay. This is the place to come if you want to see lambs, cows and ponies, feed the animals and enjoy pony rides!
3. Try Easter Egg Rolling
Why not join in with the tradition of rolling decorated hard boiled eggs down Padstow’s Duke Street on Easter Sunday morning! As well as being super fun (especially for the kids!), this is always an important fundraiser for the RNLI.
4. Easter Adventure Quest at Pendennis Castle
You’ll get to explore the grounds to hunt for clues and challenges and discover traditional Easter games. Track down the Easter eggs and you’ll be rewarded with an adventurer’s certificate and a tasty chocolate treat! Check out the Easter Adventure Quest!
Here are just some ideas, but to see the latest events and things to do in Cornwall then check out Proper Cornwall or Cornwall365!
Zip Wire Safari
Finally, here’s something to look forward to just after Easter…the new Zip Wire Safari in our gorgeous quarry! First flights are expected on 29th April (possibly sooner, so keep an eye on our website!). You’ll get to fly through the air on a series of exhilarating zip wires, building confidence with every ride.
You’ll also enjoy the thrill of traversing across the quarry edge part way through the course (fully harnessed in at all times, of course!).
What’s more, our zip wire is a dual one, so you can experience double the fun as you soar round together!
This activity is suitable for adventurers aged 10+. Spaces are limited, so it’s best to book in advance!
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