Best History Museum in Newquay

"If you are looking for an immersive experience then Pirate’s Quest is for you!. You will walk through an authentic 360 ̊ set complete with theatrical actors in a thrilling interactive experience which is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. A pirate will lead you through a variety of different settings where you will learn about the history of piracy in Cornwall, wander through 18th century Cornish streets, and learn about the notorious Caribbean pirates."

"Join in on the swash buckling voyage through Cornwall’s pirates past!. (Who knew?!) You will come face to face with smugglers, mermaids and buccaneers as you travel back 300 years and visit The Republic of Pirates. You will escape a shipwreck with the Flying Gang and their Captain Blackbeard, travel through mystical caves and murky 18th Century streets of Cornwall, while looking for new buccaneers to join the gang!"

"If your children are fans of pirates then this live action attraction in the middle of Newquay is a must-visit. Pirate actors take you on a walk through Newquay’s maritime and smuggling past with several fabulous sets and tall tales along the way. The experience lasts about and hour."

"With over 300,000 heritage objects in the care of the Royal Cornwall Museum, there is plenty to keep you enthralled during your visit. You will be able to have a small  foray into their  extensive collection and get inspired with stories of Cornish heritage and links to the world beyond the Tam"

"Museum of Cornish Life is a museum situated in the former market town of Helston, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. Museum of Cornish Life is situated 1½ km northwest of Flambards Theme Park. Photo: T J Wright, CC BY-SA 2.0."

"It's been off-limits for many years to everyone except film crews, but since spring 2017 Charlestown's historic port has reopened to the public. You can now wander round the Georgian quays, and with a bit of luck, step on board a tall ship docked alongside the harbour, the Kasjamoor, built in 1939. It's worth ringing ahead to doublecheck the port is open, as it's sometimes closed for filming.Joint tickets with the Charlestown Shipwreck & Heritage Centre are available."

"Charlestown's seagoing heritage is explored at this fascinating museum, which houses a massive collection of objects and ephemera recovered from more than 150 shipwrecks – ranging from telescopes, muskets, scrimshaw and coins to howitzer cannons and a few pieces from the Titanic and Lusitania. The layout is a bit of a jumble, but there are some fascinating stories to uncover here.A combination ticket also offers entry to the Port of Charlestown nearby."

"In one unbeatable location, the West Beach Bakery on Porthmeor is the perfect place to hang out, watch the waves roll in and enjoy some tasty grub. The choice of food on offer is very much quality over quantity but there are still some great kids’ options to choose from and it goes without saying that with the waves lapping the shoreline a stone’s throw away, the view is simply stunning. The golden sands also make the perfect playground for the kids to enjoy while the grown-ups soak up the sun on the deck with a cheeky cocktail or two."

"It is, however, one that I eagerly look forward to re-opening. It is in the long building at the far end of Porthmeor Beach. To get to it you need to either walk across the beach, or go through Porthmeor Beach car park and down the steps."

"You’re basking in the midday sun, dozing to the lapping of waves when your stomach rumbles. The dilemma seems to be whether you keep your perfect beach spot or sacrifice it, get clothed and trek into the town for some food."