England Family-Friendly Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities

recommended places to visit and things to do with children in England


Cotehele Mill

St Dominick

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  • industrial heritage

19th century working watermill surrounded by outbuildings, now used as estate and craft workshops, short walk from Cotehele Quay

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  • all-weather attraction
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  • seasonal opening
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  • National Trust
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  • visitor centre
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  • architecture
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  • technology

two great beam engines, preserved in towering engine houses with industrial heritage discovery centre

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  • all-weather attraction
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  • history
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high-up on the exposed cliffs of the 'Tin Coast' and part of the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site. At its heart, the restored 1840s beam engine

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  • seasonal opening
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  • National Trust
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  • guided tours
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  • architecture
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  • history
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  • industrial heritage
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  • walking
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  • wildlife

containing much of the original machinery from the 1700s', this is the only remaining windmill on the Island. Spectacular views to be had from the cap