Museums

Goonhilly Earth Station 14 miles

www.goonhilly.org
0800 679593
Nr Helston, Cornwall, TR12 6LQ

Fascinating guided tours and the new multimedia visitor center with the largest satellite station on earth.

Helston Folk Museum 14 miles

01326 564027
Helston, Cornwall

Discover the history of this ancient market town, which was granted its first Royal Charter in 1201.

Penlee House 8.4 miles

en.wikipedia.org
Morrab Road, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 4HE

Penlee House is both an art gallery and museum combined, specialising in works from the Newlyn School including constantly changing exhibitions and a permanent collection. Both the museum and the art collection celebrate West Cornwall, the traditional way of life, the association with the sea and the world famous and celebrated Newlyn School. This is a must visit gallery and museum whilst you are on holiday in Cornwall and is set in a stunning Victorian house and parklands.

Poldark Mine 14 miles

01326 573173
Helston, Cornwall

Something for all the family, by far the best underground experience in the South West. Tin mine and entertainments - part of Cornwall's Genuine Heritage.

Royal Naval Air Station Culdrose 14 miles

01326 565085
Gweek Road, Helston, Cornwall

The first ever public guided tour of an operating Royal Naval Air Station. The tour provides visitors with the unique chance to experience a front line air station at work.