Truro Community Library

Truro's main library sits right in the heart of the city, a proper functional space rather than a Instagram-worthy destination. You'll find the usual mix of books, computers, and a decent reference section if you're after local history stuff. The real draw here is the free wifi and the chance to escape rain - which, let's be honest, matters when you're camping nearby.

It's worth a quick stop if you're already in Truro's city centre, particularly if someone in your group needs to sort out work emails or the kids want to raid the children's section. The staff are genuinely helpful. Opening hours are weekday mornings through late afternoon, plus Saturday mornings, so plan accordingly if you're staying at Carnon Downs or Trevarth Holiday Park just outside town.

The library works best as a rainy-day activity rather than a planned excursion. Spend 45 minutes browsing, grab a coffee nearby, and move on. Entry is free, which is the one thing that makes perfect sense about it. If you're basing yourself at one of the caravan parks in the area and want a proper cultural afternoon, Truro itself - with its cathedral and independent shops - is more rewarding than the library alone. But if you're after a dry spot to sit and read for an hour, this does the job without fuss.