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The team at one of Cornwall’s most loved family attractions are celebrating, after being recognised with four top honours at the 2025 Primary Times Cornwall Star Awards.

While the park may feel quieter during the colder months, winter is one of the busiest times behind the scenes at Lappa Valley. Teams across the attraction are carrying out essential maintenance, investing in new infrastructure and preparing the park for another memorable season for families.

Lappa Valley, near Newquay revealed the partnership with Cornwall Air Ambulance which will help promote their work and raise vital funds through a number of initiatives; including a special event on the 14th March.

Generations of people have dreamt of becoming a train driver, and now a popular Cornish attraction has the opportunity for someone to make that dream a reality.

Lappa Valley named double finalist in the 2025-26 Cornwall Tourism Awards.

Lappa Valley is swapping a train track for a music track, as it announces the release of it’s first ever single completely written and produced by AI.

Lappa Valley's beloved steam locomotive Zebedee made a triumphant appearance at the West of England Steam Engine Society Rally, held at the Stithians Showground from 15th to 17th August 2025

Lappa Valley near St Newlyn East once again echoed with whistles and cheers as part of the national Railway 200 celebrations, with a special gala over the weekend of 14–15 June – including a record breaking 445ft long train.

Lappa Valley has celebrated St Piran’s Day in a unique way, with the help of a group of talented local musicians.

Lappa Valley near St Newlyn East scooped the prestigious title at the national Heritage Railway Awards, which took place in Gateshead on Saturday night.