Life’s a Beach

Cornwall’s beautiful beaches aren’t just to be enjoyed in the summer – they look just as stunning on a crisp winter’s day. If you’re visiting with your four-legged friend many beaches have no restrictions at this time of year. Our Cornwall Beach Guide has all the information you need to know.

Things to do in February half term in Cornwall

It may still be rather wintry outside, but here in Cornwall spring flowers are already pushing through the soil to say hello. Expect daffodils, crocuses and snowdrops to be popping up all over the place especially in the west where the gulf steam keeps it all pretty mild at this time of year.

If you’re here early at Pencarrow, Snowdrop Weekend takes place on 7 and 8 February, where visitors will get to see beautiful snowdrops in bloom, while supporting two Cornwall-based charities, with a suggested donation of £5 per person.

Heligan’s Neon Jungle roller rink opened earlier this year, and what better time to get your skates on than Feb half-term? Set inside The Lost Gardens of Heligan’s iconic Jungle, this undercover rink brings a retrofuturist, neon-lit vibe with a curated playlist of retro hits and future classics. A 45-minute session costing £10 per person (skate hire is £3 extra for those who don’t have their own skates).

Visitor walking in the cherry laurel hedge maze at Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall. Planted on one side of the valley, in the heart of the garden. Cherry laurel is vigorous and tough enough to withstand regular trimming and footsteps around its roots. Palm trees mark the four corners of the puzzle and a thatched summerhouse sits in the middle.

If it’s family fun you’re after, why not head to the National Trust’s Glendurgan Gardens near Falmouth. Visitors of all ages will enjoy following the winding paths through the garden to spot early spring flowers, budding trees, and looking for wildlife which is starting to emerge.

Minack Theatre, Porthcurno

The iconic Minack Theatre promises to put on a rather special show on 16-18 February, 3pm. Step into the Curious Creatures wildlife park, founded by famed explorer and zoologist Jeremiah Johnson. With Jeremiah missing in the African jungle, the park is left in the hands of his hopelessly inexperienced nephew, Craig — with predictably chaotic results! Meet a wonderfully weird menagerie, from performing fleas and skateboarding snails to irritable alligators, excitable elephants and a brainy orang-utan. Packed with puppets, comedy, slapstick, live music and fascinating natural history, Squashbox Theatre explores evolution, animal adaptations — and how we’re all connected. Remember to wrap up!

Over in Falmouth at the National Maritime Museum, Ocean Lab returns for a brand-new week (Saturday 14 – Sunday 22 February 2026) of February half-term activities for curious minds of every age. Explore Discovering 42’s Mobile Marvels exhibition, build a fizzy-whizzy rocket, use a robot to create one-of-a-kind art, and head out on an adventure with our exploration trail.

Enjoy a fun family half-term at the Eden Project, inspired by The Scarecrows’ Wedding, from 14–22 February 2026. Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved story comes to life through hands-on play, creative activities, and curious exploration — perfect for little adventurers and grown-ups alike.