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Lappa Valley
Lappa Valley is the only attraction in Cornwall that transports families on an exciting nostalgic train ride from the car park, into a secret world of traditional fun and family adventures.
Children will delight in the thrill of train and boat rides, explore nature, and let off steam in our outdoor spaces. Then explore The Engine Shed, which is home to our multi-level indoor soft play area and café where you can refuel in comfort.
Pay once and play all day - all activities including unlimited rides on our three railways are included in your admission price!
Lappa Valley is the ideal day out for a family, with loads for the kids to do all day and plenty to entertain mums and dads too! Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome at Lappa Valley.
Please note, that not all activities are available throughout the winter. Please see our website for full details.
Facilities
- Dogs Welcome
- WC
- Disabled Access
- Disabled WC
- Baby Changing
- WiFi Available
- Food & Drink
- Picnic Area
- Shop
- Outside Seating
Opening Times
| Open | Closed | |
|---|---|---|
| 13 - 23 February 2025 | 9:30am | 4pm |
| Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday until 6th April 2025 | 9:30am | 4pm |
| 7 April - 28 September 2025 | 9:30am | 4:00pm |
| Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday until 28 December 2025 | 9:30am | 4:00pm |
| 4 - 5 December 2025 | 9:30am | 4:30pm |
| 11 - 12 December 2025 | 9:30am | 4:30pm |
| 28 - 31 December 2025 | 9:30am | 4:30pm |
OPENING TIMES
We are open all year-round, please see our website for our current opening days and train times as they vary during the year.
Please allow at least 15 minutes before your preferred train departure to park your car and collect your tickets.
Prices
See our website for full details, special offers and to plan your visit
Contact Details
St Newlyn East
Newquay
TR8 5LX
Telephone: 01872 510317
Email: info@lappavalley.co.uk
Web: http://www.lappavalley.co.uk/
Social Media
Upcoming Events
Lappa Valley’s Railway 200 Gala Weekend - Saturday 14 June 2025 to Sunday 15 June 2025
Join us for a special gala, where all our available locomotives will be in service as part of the national Railway 200 celebrations.
There will be special services across the whole weekend, with every available locomotive running on our main 15” gauge railway – including the double and triple-headed workings and the return of our famous racing trains!
More details will be released closer to the time.
Newlyn Downs Branchline 30th Anniversary - Saturday 28 June 2025 to Sunday 29 June 2025
Our 10 1/4” gauge Railway turns 30 this year. Join us in celebrating with a weekend of activities.
In 1995, Lappa Valley opened our 10 1/4” gauge Newlyn Downs Branchline – with the route following the former GWR line up to the former Mitchell and Newlyn Halt.
It took several years to build the railway as the trackbed had gone untouched since 1963. The original track and locomotive Duke of Cornwall actually came from Carlyon Bay on the south coast, where for many years they delighted thousands of beachgoers with rides.
Earlier this year, we opened a new station for the railway – and in 2025, we’ll be celebrating 30 years of the Newlyn Downs Branchline with a special weekend of memories and maybe a few surprises too.
Duggee at Lappa Valley - Monday 27 October 2025 to Tuesday 28 October 2025
This is a message to Squirrels everywhere!
We are pleased to share that Duggee will be coming to Lappa Valley on the 27th and 28th October 2025.
He will be making appearances at intervals throughout the day – don’t forget to bring your camera!
We’ll be releasing more details, including booking information soon.
Please note, that people with valid Annual Memberships will be welcome to attend this event for free.
Fireworks Spectaculars - Friday 31 October 2025 to Saturday 01 November 2025
Join us on two dates this year for one of our spectacular fireworks displays. Our historic 19th Century Engine House is brought alive by the Kernow Fireworks Company with a dazzling display of rockets, fountains, candles and more!
Bookings Open September 2025
As for pre show entertainment, from when the first train of visitors arrives at about 5.30, The Engine Shed featuring our indoor soft play area will be open for children to let off steam and you’ll be able to enjoy a ride on the Lakeside Railway too prior to the show starting at around 7.30.
Theres plenty to eat and drink too! Our cafe will be open serving a range of delicious hot and cold food, snacks as well as soft and alcoholic beverages.
Our well stocked glow products stall will be on hand to purchase glow sticks, glow glasses, headbands and more.
Please note, that these events are pre-book only.
Special Offers
Present this voucher to the cashier to receive £1 per person off the standard admission price.
Maximum 6 people per voucher.
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer or discount including the Family Saver Ticket / Discount Return Cards.
Not Valid at certain special events. See website for details
Valid from 29 March until 28 December 2025
REF: For One & All Voucher
