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Birthday Parties

Looking to host a birthday party with a difference? Wheal Martyn might just be the place for you!

The historic grounds provide an atmospheric sense of history, with plenty of space for children to explore, let off steam and enjoy themselves! We can also provide a tasty birthday tea at our café.

Both of our party options below include admission to Wheal Martyn for the day and the use of the children’s play area and activity trail sheets. Party food and birthday cakes can also be booked for an additional fee.

Outdoor Explorer

Delivered in our woodlands by Badger Forest School, these parties include two hours of fun exploring the woods with challenges, games, hunts, crafts and a campfire.  Choose from a range of themes including:

  • Robin-Hood
  • Pirates of Kernow
  • Den and shelter building
  • Survival skills
  • Nature kitchens
  • The Gruffalo (or another favourite book!)
  • Teddy’s picnic
  • Woodland fairies
  • Animals and dinosaurs

Be prepared for fun in the woods, whatever the weather! Wear trainers or wellies, and bring waterproofs and layers if chilly. Snacks and drinks are provided under the camp fire shelter. 

£200 for a group of 10 (quotes for larger groups can be provided).

Clay Play and Painting

Kick off the party with a run-around exploring the woods and trails, or clambering through the Challenge Trail. Play in the mud kitchen, discover the woodland musical instruments, or go on a nature scavenger hunt

Then it's time to get creative! Decorate a range of ceramic items, sculpt your own pieces using air-dried clay or make clay faces to hide in the trees.

These sessions are designed to be self-led, lasting about two hours, and we provide the materials and equipment.

Prices from £10 per child - contact our Customer Services Team for all enquiries.

Booking and further information

To book, please get in touch.

For specific details of the Outdoor Explorer activities, contact Badger Forest School. 

Published: 19th February, 2020

Updated: 26th April, 2023

Author: Annabel Underwood

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