Whether you’re camping or staying in one of our Truro holiday cottages, if there’s one thing you can’t always depend on while on your holiday, it’s the weather.
Luckily for you, Cornwall is a fantastic place to visit, rain or shine! So, whatever the weather, you can be sure there’ll be something to entertain you and the family throughout your holiday in Cornwall.
Cornwall is rich in culture and history, so why not spend those rainy days learning all about Cornwall’s past and how it came to be what it is today?
Here are a couple of our favourite museums to visit in Cornwall on a rainy day.
National Maritime Museum, Falmouth
You can find this award-winning and family-friendly museum tucked away in Falmouth. The museum is dedicated to celebrating how the influence of the sea has shaped Cornwall’s history and culture.
With permanent fixtures like the National Small Boat Collection as well as fantastic temporary exhibits, there is something to keep everyone entertained. There’s even a pirate-themed play area for the little ones to enjoy!
Royal Cornwall Museum, Truro
If you’re looking for a broad exploration of Cornwall’s rich and fascinating history, then look no further than the Royal Cornwall Museum.
Based in Truro, Cornwall’s only city, the Royal Cornwall Museum offers visitors the chance to browse thousands of historical objects that showcase Cornwall’s history.
The museum also has temporary exhibitions showcasing history from the rest of the world as well as its own art collection and programmes just for kids!
Art Galleries in Cornwall
If you’re a fan of the finer things, then why not check out one of the dozens of art galleries in Cornwall.
From small independent venues and local artists all the way to world-renowned collections, there’s something for everyone’s tastes.
Here are just some of the brilliant galleries you could visit while staying with us at The Valley:
Falmouth Art Gallery
Newlyn Art Gallery
Tate St. Ives
Shopping in Cornwall
Why not tend to those rainy day blues with a bit of retail therapy?