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Art Galleries and Museums in St Ives
"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."
"Award-winning Falmouth Art Gallery is one of the leading galleries in the South West. Family friendly with free admission, it has changing displays of some of the best of British art and a shop with affordable gifts from Cornwall's leading ceramicists, printmakers and jewellers. Falmouth Art Gallery runs a lively exhibitions programme featuring a wide range of work as well as changing displays of paintings from its nationally important art collection."
"The Falmouth Art Gallery collection includes masterpieces by Thomas Gainsborough and Henry Scott Tuke. The gallery also has an impressive photography collection including work by Lee Miller."
"Home to a vast collection of Newlyn School art, Penlee House showcases Penzance’s unique cultural heritage. In addition to many permanent galleries, there’s an ongoing exhibition programme, with 2016 including work by JMW Turner, Alfred Wallis and Wilhelmina Barnes-Graham."
"This historic castle was built by Henry VIII and is only a five minute walk from our doorstep. Cross over the bridge over the moat and enter into another era. Explore the circular stone keep, the barracks and the panoramic views of the coast from the castle roof."
"Explore one of Henry VIII’s finest coastal fortresses, Pendennis Castle, which has defended Cornwall against foreign invasion since Tudor times."
"The ‘ah’ factor goes into overdrive at this sea-life centre in Gweek, about 12 miles drive from Falmouth along the Helford River. It cares for sick and orphaned seals washed up along the Cornish coastline before returning them to the wild. It's a guaranteed kids' favourite, and parents will doubtless find themselves seduced by the seals' antics, too. There are regular talks and feeding sessions. Online bookings get a hefty 30% discount."
"Cornwall is a stunning area at the south-western tip of England and the Cornish coastal road has repeatedly been adjudged as one of the most scenic drives in the world. But first it’s time for a pit-stop or two along the way. Depending on the time you have at hand, spend a few hours or a couple of days in Bath and Stonehenge. Bath is a historic town, known for its historic buildings."
"11/01/2021: Great Chinese and never once had a problem here. Smoked chicken starter is superb as is the crispy chilli beef and duck with black bean sauce."
"Grab an authentic taste of the seaside at the Boathouse, one of Newquay’s best seafood restaurants…Located on the beautifully breathtaking Cornish coast, The Boathouse serves up a whole array of traditional fish dishes daily; from crab linguine to classic fish and chips, each meal is fresh, crisp and clean for a true taste of the seaside. But if a member of your hen party isn’t a lover of fish, there’s also steak and an array of vegetarian options on the menu for each member of your group to savour and enjoy. » Read more about: The Boathouse »"
"This restaurant is set within the harbour so you are guaranteed fish fresh off the boat, superbly prepared and presented. The spacious decked terrace is the perfect place to peruse the all-organic wine list."