Best Things to See & Do in St-Agnes

The Wheal Coates mine opened in 1802 and was worked until its closure in 1889. It was re-opened for a short period between 1911 and 1913 when it was finally closed.

The site is most notable for its three engine houses...

Tour of tin streams with the opportunity to see the processing of the mineral to finished articles. Tin giftware and jewellery cast on site.

Mount Hawke is the Southwest's biggest indoor skatepark with its 24,000 sq ft purpose built warehouse featuring sections suitable for all abilities. World class ramps and bowls for skateboard, bmx and scooters.

Along with the wooden ramps...

The path leaves Newquay from just above the harbour, climbing to Towan Head past an old Huer's hut. The cliffs here are home to a number of species of bird such as Fulmars, Kittiwakes and, further out to sea, Petrels and...

The stretch between St Agnes and Portreath, a mere seven miles, is characterised by bizarre place names - Tubby's Head, Tobban Horse, Sheep Rock - and picturesque remnants of the mining industry. St Agnes is part of the ...

The Cornish Cyder Farm produces strong traditional scrumpys, sparkling ciders, country wines, jams, preserves, brandy and has lots of friendly farm animals to entertain the children

The Track is 5 acres of dirt jumps suited to all levels of riders from beginner to pro. The setup is family friendly with cafe and plenty of areas to chill out.

Although it's called "The Track" there are  a number of interconnecting routes...

Base Camp offers hours of indoor fun for all ages. There is over 2,000 square feet of soft play along with West Cornwall's only "Clip'n'Climb" climbing wall. Free wifi in the Cafe which serves a range of drinks, snacks and light meals.

18th century Mine Captain's House surrounded by a one acre garden with a large range of exotic and unusual plants. Attached nursery

An all weather family attraction, where visitors can watch the experts produce exquisite pieces of hand crafted jewellery

It is believed that the original pit was a 'natural' depression in the surrounding area, probably caused by the surface collapsing into an abandoned mine dig below. The fact that the pit does not collect water to this day, probably adds...

Established for over twenty years, set within a beautiful woodland valley two and a half miles from Truro, in the centre of Cornwall

St Piran's Cross is the earliest recorded stone cross in Cornwall, located among the sand dunes of Penhale Sands, between Perranporth and Newquay. Close by is the sand-buried church known as St Piran's Oratory, also...

Rides and entertainment ideal for kids. Including go-karts, pitch and putt and bumper boats.

Cornish Mines and Engines is an engine house and collection of beam engines and other industrial artefacts owned by the National Trust