With his talented crew, Duncan - TV celebrity turned bold buccaneer - created a visitor attraction fit for the 21^st century in Cornwall's favourite seaside resort. This fascinating transformation features in the TV series Duncan Bannatyne's Seaside Rescue, first broadcast in April this year. Keep an eye out for repeats on Virgin 1 to see how this famous business guru breathed new life into one of Newquay's longest running attractions.

Smoke and visual effects have been installed in Buccaneer Bay, together with a much improved sound system and atmospheric lighting, but the most radical change in this exciting new experience is the introduction of role-playing Pirates and the creation of Cornwall's first SCARE attraction - the Sunken Village of the Damned.

Jason Karl of Atmosfear Scare Attractions was the designer chosen by Duncan to lead the remodelling and his vision to inject some PIRATITUDE was spot on. Few locals or holidaymakers will be able to resist the temptation to navigate the coves and lanes of old Cornwall with such a charismatic bunch of buccaneers.

This innovative interaction allows Buccaneer Bay to offer themed events and future adult Halloween Evenings will be to die for.

Arrr, be seein' ye dreckly for yer very own swashbucklin' adventure!


PLEASE NOTE: The custodians of Buccaneer Bay are committed to enhancing their visitors’ experience and have recently completely revamped the Sunken Village of the Damned. Now even the bravest souls will quake as they enter Davy Jones’ Locker on the quest for the accursed treasure. Scary scenes, heart-chilling sounds, atmospheric lighting and theatrical effects will test the boldest in the land. 

Continual improvements are planned for our swashbucklin' adventure which may necessitate closing part or all of the attraction at short notice.  To avoid disappointment, especially if you are travelling a distance, please always ring Mad Maggie - between 10.30am and 4.30pm on 01637 873379 - before you start your journey. Answerphone message also available.  Now the school holidays are over, Bucccaneer Bay will be open Sunday to Friday only - closed Saturdays.

Wednesday, September 1 - 10.30am - 4.15pm
Thursday, September 2 - 10.30am to 4.15pm
Friday, September 3 - 10.30am to 4.15pm
Saturday, September 4 - CLOSED ALL DAY
Sunday, September 5 - 10.30am to 4.15pm
Monday, September 6 - 10.30am to 4.15pm
Tuesday, September 7 - 10.30am to 4.15pm 

For the most interactive experience, please visit on a sunny day!! 

Ahoy, me hearties, ye all be welcome at Buccaneer Bay where you will discover the secrets of pirate life and be told tales, TALL and true, as you navigate the mystical coves and lanes of old Cornwall. Calico Jack, Captain of The Buccaneer, Scallywag his scurvy-ridden bosun or Anne Bonny, an infamous lady pirate, will introduce you to mythical creatures and legendary characters from Cornwall’s rich and turbulent past.

Calico Jack’s Challenge - Can You Crack the Secret Code?  With the help of a treasure map, young’uns should search for six letters that appear in bejewelled treasure chests located within Buccaneer Bay. When all are safely recorded, the letters should be re-arranged to discover the secret word. Who knows what booty may be exchanged for the correct answer!

For those who are brave enough to enter, The Sunken Village of the Damned - Cornwall’s first SCARE attraction - awaits! In this dark, dank and fearsome place, stories are told of Davy Jones and the lost souls trapped in his Locker deep beneath the waves. This chilling, but thrilling, experience is definitely not for the fainthearted and can be avoided.

With sights and sounds to fire the imagination, this unique and atmospheric experience is Newquay’s latest and greatest adventure.

Admission: Adults (16yrs+) £6.50  Children (5-15yrs) £3.25  
Seniors £5.00  Full-time Students (with current ID) £5.00



’Ere be some of the comments left by landlubbers visiting Buccaneer Bay since June 1:

Martin, Birmingham: Fantastic experience, kids + adults loved it! Well worth the visit.

Char Char, Amersham: Lovely! Such a great visit, loved the pirates & run by such lovely people, thank you!

Ash, Sheffield: Awesome, the pirate guides were fantastic!

Michele, Rochester: Great experience - good for kids, especially if they like scary things.

Tasha, Rochester: The pirates were entertaining and the scary bits were amazing!

Sheena, Milton Keynes: Loved Tunnels Through Time. This is brilliant.

Tom, Co. Durham: It was a great experience - 10 out of 10.

Matt, Cannock: Much scarier than before but a lot more entertaining.

Ken, Mabe Burnthouse: Absolutely fantastic - our children loved it.

Jade, Exeter: So good, very funny. Gladly come back.

The Allcocks, Yorkshire: Would recommend to friends and family. Really good and sometimes “frightening” experience. Will visit again next year.

Howard, St Austell: Thought the Pirate was a great addition.

Jackie, Essex: Excellent. Best place so far. Thanks.

The Cuttens, Herts: Absolutely brilliant experience, such a laugh.

The Pikes, Kent: Great welcome. Good attention to detail. Surprisingly low price compared to other attractions.

The Becks, West Midlands: Nice to visit an attraction that is unique and very well acted!

Penny, Peterborough: Very good experience & friendly staff & pirate.

Keith, Barnsely: Brilliant value for money.

Lee, Plymouth: Great value for money, if only to hear the girlfriend scream.

Mark, Corby: A lot better than last time (2006).

Hazel, Stourport: As good as watching Johnny Depp!

Chelsea & Frankie, Newquay: Scary but amazing.

Tracey & Coz, Stockport: Absolutely fantastic!! Magical, scary, exciting. The pirate was amazing. Thank you.

Lara & Neil, Andover: Crazy. It was great!! Great improvement!

Sam, Oxfordshire: Excellent. About the 5^th time we have come. Thank you.

Lucy, Huddersfield: The pirate giving the tour was really funny & his acting was brilliant. The effects were v good.

Martin, Gosport: Was a great tour and the pirate made it even better. Funny + good acting.

Nicola + Peter, Southampton: Brilliant! Captain Calico even made Pete jump!

Lorraine, London: Excellent value, exciting and educational, a great experience for ALL the family!!!! Very friendly staff!!!

Trevor, Dudley: Very friendly staff. Most entertaining pirate guide.

Mark, Lincoln: Very good, the whole family loved it.

Clair, Rochdale: Certainly an experience.

Alice, Stockton on Tees: What a place.

Zoe, London: “Jack” was brilliant - made the whole thing!

The Harrisons, York: Fantastic Pirate. Well worth it!

Tillyes & Heaths, West Sussex: Brilliant. Kids loved it! xxx

Viktor & Martha, Austria: Woir Wundervole.

Marion & Tony, Kent: Shiver me timbers, it shook our bones.

Pirate Packs, Perranporth: Very well done, cool settings.

The comment deemed most humorous -

Simon & Ava, West Midlands: Excellent - Village of the Damned reminded us of Coventry.