News
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Trebah Helps Lappa Valley’s Garden Grow
First new station at award winning world of play and trains opens with a sub-tropical feel.
Lappa Valley named one of the South West’s best days out!
One of Cornwall’s most loved family attractions has been recognised as one of the very best in the South West for the second consecutive year.
Penhaligon’s Friends are named as Lappa Valley’s Charity of the Year 2024
We are pleased to announce that the child bereavement support organisation Penhaligon's Friends has been selected as our Charity of the Year for 2024.
Lappa unveils name of new Locomotive – City of Truro
We were joined by hundreds of Lappa supporters and friends, as we unveiled the name of our new Locomotive; City of Truro.
Lappa Valley celebrates 50 years of Play and Trains in 2024
Lappa Valley, one of Cornwall’s most popular family attractions is celebrating it’s 50th birthday in 2024 – with a series of celebrations and some exciting new developments.
Lappa Valley named large visitor attraction of the year for 2nd year running!
One of Cornwall's most loved family attractions has been recognised as the best in the county, after being awarded a prestigious accolade for a second year running.
Lappa Valley to kick off birthday celebrations with arrival of first brand new train in 50 years
In anticipation of a milestone birthday, one of Cornwall’s most loved family attractions has announced a major investment in their first brand new locomotive and carriages in six decades, designed to improve accessibility and efficiency.
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Lappa Valley scoops Silver in South West Tourism Awards
Having already been named the Large Visitor Attraction of the Year at the Cornwall Tourism Awards 2022/23, Lappa Valley near Newquay has added a silver gong to its growing collection of accolades at the recent South West Tourism Awards.
Zebedee Overhaul Update
After more than two years out of traffic, our flagship locomotive Zebedee's overhaul is well underway. Operations Manager Ben brings you up to date.