Cornwall Underground Adventures

Cornwall's subterranean world is a proper revelation if you know where to look. The underground adventures here take you into old mine workings and natural caverns - the kind of place where you genuinely feel like you've stepped back in time, surrounded by granite walls and the ghost of Cornwall's mining heritage. The scale of what's down there is remarkable; passages twist away into darkness and the echoes remind you just how deep you've gone.

It's brilliant for families with kids old enough to handle confined spaces without panicking - the passage through narrow shafts and chambers keeps them engaged far longer than you'd expect. History buffs will find themselves properly absorbed by the stories of the miners who worked these tunnels. If you're just after a gentle stroll, though, this won't be your thing. You'll need a decent level of fitness and a willingness to crouch and climb.

The experience takes a couple of hours properly done, though you can rush through in 45 minutes if you're pressed for time. It's a fair drive from Penzance - worth planning as part of a wider day exploring the area rather than a quick stop. Both Roselands Caravan Camping Park and Lands End Camping & Glamping sit within easy reach, so you could base yourself at either and make this a rainy day activity or a morning adventure before heading to the beaches. Book ahead if possible; groups can fill the tours quickly during summer holidays.