Open Gardens for the National Gardens Scheme
2025-04-18 14:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London)
Boconnoc is proudly opening to support the National Garden Scheme.
Wander through the gardens and grounds in full spring bloom.

Money raised through entrance charges and refreshment sales will benefit a range of health and nursing charities, such as Marie Curie, Macmillan Cancer Support and Hospice UK.

Date: Friday 18th April
Time: 2-5pm
Tickets: Adults £6 Children £3

Cornwall Art Retreat with Art Safari – Boconnoc in Bloom
2025-04-20 - 2025-04-25
What could be better than an art retreat in a beautiful place, blooming with the colours of Spring?
It’s time to draw, walk, explore ideas, talk about dreams, step away from our busy lives to be with artists and further our artwork.
Relax in a world of art and nature at Boconnoc this spring, with Art Safari artists Ian Sedge, Claudia Myatt, and Mary-Anne Bartlett.
Join us for a blossoming spring retreat in Cornwall. We consider this a quiet, reflective time full of laughter, fun, and development through workshops and demos, art talks, one-to-one tuition, and group discussion.
With superb hosting from the Boconnoc team and our own private chef, we all have time to explore our artwork. We have lovely accommodation, a vast indoor studio, and the estate.
Each evening, we dine well, eating produce from the estate cooked by our chef as we talk about the day’s painting excursions in the gardens, woods, valleys, and deer park. The food is part of the luxury of this lovely retreat.
Feel at home and focus on your creative journey at Boconnoc with Art Safari led by a superb team of tutors. You may also want to take time to explore the surrounding landscape and coast.
Date: 20 Apr – 25 Apr 2025
Price: Per person sharing from £1,733 (2x Attic Rooms), £1,830 (8x Standard Rooms), £2,069 (5x Grand Rooms) for a room of your own, please add £444.
Book here

HISTORY TOUR OF BOCONNOC HOUSE and CREAM TEA
2025-06-11 14:00 - 17:00
Take a tour of Boconnoc House and grounds and learn about the architecture, paintings, and people that tell the story of its past.

Guests will also visit the 800-year-old church and Georgian Bath House.

Following the history tour of Boconnoc House guests will be treated to a delicious Cornish Cream Tea in the Garden Room.

Boconnoc House won the HHA/Sotheby’s Award for Restoration in 2012, three prime ministers, a history of duels and the architect Sir John Soane play a part in the story of this unique estate.

Date 11th June

Time 2pm to 5pm
Price £27

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Friends of Duchy Opera Recital with Special Tea & Bubbles
2025-06-17 14:00 - 16:30
Friends of Duchy Opera Recital with Special Tea & Bubbles

Join us for an elegant afternoon at Boconnoc House. Featuring soprano Suzanne Manuell and pianist Anthony Seddon. Enjoy a glass of bubbles on arrival, followed by a beautiful recital, and finish with a special afternoon tea in historic surroundings.

Suzanne Manuell has sung with many orchestras, the Royal Philharmonic, the Northern Sinfonia, the English Mozart Ensemble, English Philharmonic, The Chamber ensemble of London, Sussex Symphony Orchestra and The Cornish Sinfonia. Suzanne has just made her international TV debut typecast as an opera singer in the new series of Bergerac!

A raffle will also take place during the event.

Date: Tuesday 17th June 2025Time: 2:00 PM
Tickets: £25 – FODO Members, £30 – Guests
Please book in advance by contacting Sally Collett:By phone 01872 859345 or by email fodo.secretary@gmail.com

www.duchyopera.co.uk

Marie Curie Charity Open Garden
2025-06-22 14:00 - 17:00
Marie Curie Charity Open Garden
Come and explore Boconnoc’s beautiful gardens and grounds while they are in full bloom and raise money for a very good cause – Marie Curie.
Food and craft stalls, classic car display, including a static display of classic cars and a Model Railway Exhibition.
Live Music, dogs on leads welcome, cream teas and the Church will be open.
Date: 22nd June from 2pm to 5pm
Tickets: £6 for adults, Children FREE, tickets available on the door, cash only please.
For more information call 07798 638099

Paradhis Festival
2025-07-04 10:00 - 2025-07-06 22:00 | Boconnoc House
Paradhis Festival
The Paradhis festival will combine well-being, nature, fitness, and more with an eclectic mix of music, to create a transformative experience set within the stunning parkland of Boconnoc.
The program will span a diverse range of well-being, fitness, craft, and nature activities. Experts will offer one-on-one sessions and workshops, as well as food and access to the stunning Boconnoc grounds. You can camp at Boconnoc for the entirety of the festival or come for the day.
Date: 4th to Sunday 6th
To see the entire programme and to book tickets and camping, visit the Paradhis website
If you would like to book Boconnoc holiday rental properties during the festival, please email stay@boconnoc.com

Boconnoc Music Award: Apollo Quartet in Concert
2025-07-08 19:30 - 22:00 | Boconnoc House
Join us in Boconnoc House for an evening of exceptional chamber music with the Apollo Quartet, 12th recipients of the prestigious Boconnoc Music Award.
Founded in 2012 by the late Anthony Fortescue and Elizabeth Fortescue, the award is presented annually to a select group of outstanding young classical musicians. Winners are invited to Boconnoc for a week-long residency, giving them the space and inspiration to refine their technique and repertoire in a private, creative environment.
Tickets: £15 adults | £8 under 16s
Doors open at 6.45pm | Performance at 7.30pm
Bar open for refreshments
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About the Apollo Quartet
Based in London, the Apollo Quartet is a vibrant ensemble known for its expressive, collaborative sound. Formed by four musicians with a shared love of chamber music, the group regularly performs with renowned artists from the Sacconi, Marmen, and Piatti Quartets. Their repertoire spans classical masterworks to contemporary pieces, with performances at venues such as the Royal College of Music and St Mary Abbots Church.
About the Musicians
Maria Pańczyk (violin) began her studies at six in Poland and now studies at the Royal College of Music in London under Radu Blidar. She performs widely and champions lesser-known Polish composers.
Isabell Karlsson (violin), born in 2005, is a Gandar Dower Scholar at the Royal College of Music. She has performed solo at Wigmore Hall, led the National Youth Orchestra, and plays a Maggini-de Salo violin (c.1600) kindly loaned by the family of David Angel.
Florence Cope (viola) is a Jean Middlemiss Award Holder at the Royal College of Music. A former National Youth Orchestra member, she has performed at the Proms and BBC Radio 3, and attends summer courses across Europe. Her Viola is loaned by the Royal College.
Vivian Thérèse Tupker (cello) is studying at the Royal College of Music with Alexander Chaushian. She has trained internationally and regularly performs in chamber and orchestral settings across Europe.
Concert Programme
Beethoven (1770-1827): String Quartet No.11, Op.95
I. Allegro con brio
II. Allegretto ma non troppo
III. Allegro assai vivace ma serioso
IV. Larghetto espressivo; Allegretto agitato; Allegro
Schubert (1797-1828): String Quartet in C minor, D.703
I. Allegro Assai
Interval
Jessie Montgomery (1981- ): Strum for String Quartet
Bacewicz (1909-1969): String Quartet No. 4
I. Andante – Allegro moderato – Allegro energico
II: Andante
III. Allegro giocoso
Arrangements by the Danish String Quartet (2017):
Æ Rømeser
Polska from Dorotea
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HISTORY TOUR OF BOCONNOC HOUSE and Cream Tea
2025-07-09 14:00 - 17:00
Take a tour of Boconnoc House and grounds and learn about the architecture, paintings, and people that tell the story of its past.
Guests will also visit the 800-year-old church and Georgian Bath House.
Following the history tour of Boconnoc House guests will be treated to a delicious Cornish cream tea in the Garden Room.
Boconnoc House won the HHA/Sotheby’s Award for Restoration in 2012, three prime ministers, a history of duels and the architect Sir John Soane play a part in the story of this unique estate.
9th July | 2pm to 5pm
Price £27
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Apollo Quartet Concert in Boconnoc Church
2025-07-10 19:00 - 21:30
Apollo Quartet Concert in Boconnoc Church
Join the Apollo Quartet in Boconnoc Church for an evening of exceptional chamber music.
The Apollo Quartet are the 12th recipients of the prestigious Boconnoc Music Award.
Date: 10th July 2025
Time: 7pm
Tickets: £12 to include refreshments following the concert, purchase on the door cash only please.
The Programme
Haydn (1732-1809): String Quartet in F Minor, Op. 20, No. 5

Allegro moderato
Menuetto

III. Adagio

Fuga a 2 soggetti

Shostakovich (1906-1975): String Quartet No. 7 in F-sharp minor, Op. 108

Allegretto
Lento

III. Allegro – Allegretto
Interval
Ravel (1875-1937): String Quartet in F Major, M. 35

Allegro moderato – très doux
Assez vif – très rythmé

III. Très lent

Vif et agité

Puccini (1858-1924): Cristantemi, SC 65
About the Apollo Quartet
Based in London, the Apollo Quartet is a vibrant ensemble known for its expressive, collaborative sound. Formed by four musicians with a shared love of chamber music, the group regularly performs with renowned artists from the Sacconi, Marmen, and Piatti Quartets. Their repertoire spans classical masterworks to contemporary pieces, with performances at venues such as the Royal College of Music and St Mary Abbots Church.
About the Musicians
Maria Pańczyk (violin) began her studies at six in Poland and now studies at the Royal College of Music in London under Radu Blidar. She performs widely and champions lesser-known Polish composers.
Isabell Karlsson (violin), born in 2005, is a Gandar Dower Scholar at the Royal College of Music. She has performed solo at Wigmore Hall, led the National Youth Orchestra, and plays a Maggini-de Salo violin (c.1600).
Florence Cope (viola) is a Jean Middlemiss Award Holder at the Royal College of Music. A former National Youth Orchestra member, she has performed at the Proms and BBC Radio 3, and attends summer courses across Europe.
Vivian Thérèse Tupker (cello) is studying at the Royal College of Music with Alexander Chaushian. She has trained internationally and regularly performs in chamber and orchestral settings across Europe.

Wild Arts Presents An Evening of Opera at Boconnoc
2025-07-17 18:30 - 21:30 | Boconnoc House
Join us for an enchanting summer evening of outdoor opera at Boconnoc House when Wild Arts (★★★★★ Opera Now, ★★★★ The Guardian) presents an evening of operatic and musical hits, semi-staged by director James Hurley, and woven into a sparkling new narrative.

Performed by four fabulous singers and a world-class string quintet, follow our characters as they travel through 75 minutes of music – from arias and scenes by Handel, Mozart, Rossini, and Britten, to the songs of Richard Rodgers and Stephen Sondheim.

Wild Arts is more than just an Opera Company. It’s a charitable organisation that brings world-class opera to beautiful places around the UK. It nurtures young talent and runs music and singing projects in primary schools. By attending our event, you’re not just enjoying a night of opera, you’re supporting a worthy cause. To learn more, visit wildarts.org.uk.
An utter delight. Opera Now *****
Bring your friends, a picnic, refreshments, and enjoy the beautiful grounds before the performance. Please remember to bring seating and dress appropriately for the weather.
DATE: Thursday 17th July 2025
TIME: Entry from 6.30 pm; performance starts at 7.30 pm
Performance running time: 1 hour 40 mins with interval
Ticket: Adults £45, Under 18’s £15, Under 5’s free,
Six-person group ticket: £225 (sixth ticket is complimentary)
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The Singers
What happens if it rains?
In the event of bad weather, we will not cancel a performance before the advertised start time. It’s surprising how often it can rain all day and then clear up just in time for performances to start. We can say this with confidence based on ten years of experience hosting outdoor events and weddings throughout the Cornish summertime. Some have said that Boconnoc benefits from its own micro-climate, so while it may be raining when you start your journey the weather often can be much better when you arrive.
If, on an infrequent occasion, a performance cannot proceed due to extreme weather conditions or is cancelled partway through, as a ticket holder for that performance, you will have the option to exchange your tickets for another Boconnoc event or receive a voucher up to the value of your tickets to be used for future Boconnoc events.
We organise events throughout the year, focusing on music, history, and nature.

Beekeeping Demonstration
2025-07-22 10:00 - 12:00
Join us at Boconnoc to learn from Peter Hunt, the renowned beekeeper of Dartmoor Wild Honey, in our interactive beekeeping experience.
Peter runs the Blackaller Apiary and will lead you on an informative tour of Boconnoc’s beehives.
The session will start in the Stable Yard with an insightful talk, followed by an idyllic tractor-trailer ride through the grounds to the Orchard, where you’ll witness the bees in their hives.
We will provide protective clothing, a honey tasting and refreshments.

Explore the inner workings of the beehive.
Try to spot the Queen and see the physical difference between a Drone, Queen and Worker.
Discover the different duties of each bee.
Try to identify the different pollens carried into the hives from Boconnoc Estate.

22nd July 10.00am
Adults £24
Children £14
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BOCONNOC STEAM FAIR 2025
2025-07-25 10:00 - 2025-07-27 18:00
Explore a wealth of heritage at the much-loved Boconnoc Steam Fair, one of the largest events of its kind in the South West. The Steam Fair has taken place annually at Boconnoc since 1999.
Tickets should be purchased online. Camping is available on-site during the rally; please visit Boconnoc Steam Fair for further details.
Book here

BOCONNOC ESTATE DEER SAFARI MORNING SESSION
2025-08-08 10:00 - 12:00
Come join us for a fascinating wildlife adventure at Boconnoc Estate. Hop on board the tractor-trailer with our Deer Ranger who will lead you on a safari through beautiful grounds to the ancient Deer Park, where you’ll have the opportunity to observe these graceful creatures in action.
Boconnoc Deer Park is known as far back as 1540, Henry VIII’s map of coastal fortifications showed Boconnoc surrounded by a deer park. It is abundant with beech, oak, ash, and willow trees. It is home to 188 lichen species, including the only known British site for Porcina Hibernica. The Deer Park is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is considered the best old-growth southern oceanic woodland in the South West of England.
The Safari will start in the Stable Yard with a talk all about the Deer, their habits and the work that goes into running the Deer Park, following this visitors will be taken to the Deer park on a tractor-trailer to observe the Deer herd.
Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic, enjoy in the Stable Yard, and spend some time in the games and craft rooms.

8th August 10 am to 12 pm

Adult – £15

Child- (under 16) £7.50

Under 3’s – free

Meet in the Boconnoc Stable Yard, the Safari lasts for two hours.

BUY TICKETS HERE

Boconnoc Estate Deer Safari Afternoon Session
2025-08-08 13:00 - 15:00
Come join us for a fascinating wildlife adventure at Boconnoc Estate. Hop on board the tractor-trailer with our Deer Ranger who will lead you on a safari through beautiful grounds to the ancient Deer Park, where you’ll have the opportunity to observe these graceful creatures in action.
Boconnoc Deer Park is known as far back as 1540, Henry VIII’s map of coastal fortifications showed Boconnoc surrounded by a deer park. It is abundant with beech, oak, ash, and willow trees. It is home to 188 lichen species, including the only known British site for Porcina Hibernica. The Deer Park is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is considered the best old-growth southern oceanic woodland in the South West of England.
The Safari will start in the Stable Yard with a talk all about the Deer, their habits and the work that goes into running the Deer Park, following this visitors will be taken to the Deer park on a tractor-trailer to observe the Deer herd.
Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic, enjoy in the Stable Yard, and spend some time in the games and craft rooms.

8th August 2025 1 pm to 3pm

Adult – £15

Child- (under 16) £7.50

Under 3’s – free

Meet in the Boconnoc Stable Yard, the Safari lasts for two hours.

BUY TICKETS HERE

Beekeeping Demonstration
2025-08-19 10:00 - 12:00
Join us at Boconnoc to learn from Peter Hunt, the renowned beekeeper of Dartmoor Wild Honey, in our interactive beekeeping experience.
Peter runs the Blackaller Apiary and will lead you on an informative tour of Boconnoc’s beehives.
The session will start in the Stable Yard with an insightful talk, followed by an idyllic tractor-trailer ride through the grounds to the Orchard, where you’ll witness the bees in their hives.
We will provide protective clothing, a honey tasting and refreshments.

Explore the inner workings of the beehive.
Try to spot the Queen and see the physical difference between a Drone, Queen and Worker.
Discover the different duties of each bee.
Try to identify the different pollens carried into the hives from Boconnoc Estate.

19th August 10.00am
Adults £24
Children £14
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HISTORY TOUR OF BOCONNOC HOUSE and Cream Tea
2025-08-19 14:00 - 17:00
Historian Catherine Lorigan will lead a history tour of Boconnoc House and grounds detailing the architecture, paintings, and people to tell the story of its past.

Guests will also visit the 800-year-old church and Georgian Bath House.

Following the history tour of Boconnoc House guests will be treated to a delicious Cornish Cream Tea in the Garden Room.

Boconnoc House won the HHA/Sotheby’s Award for Restoration in 2012, three prime ministers, a history of duels and the architect Sir John Soane play a part in the story of this unique estate.

Date 19th August

Time 2pm to 5pm
Price £27

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Ancient Tree Forum's Veteran Tree Discovery Day at Boconnoc
2025-08-24 10:30 - 16:00
This is a unique opportunity to spend an adventurous day exploring Boconnoc Deer Park, which has more ancient and veteran trees than any other site in Cornwall, and some fascinating archaeological features.
Led by Cornwall’s Ancient Tree Forum, the day will be divided into two parts. The morning guided walk will last two hours, from Boconnoc House to the current Deer Park. Following a picnic lunch, there will be a two-hour walk in the original medieval Deer Park before returning to the Boconnoc House by 4.00 pm.
Please note that we expect some steeper rough terrain, and there will be bracken and brambles in parts, with deer and sheep present.
We recommend wearing long trousers for protection against ticks.
Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a lead and under control.
The event is free, but there will be an opportunity to donate to the Ancient Tree Forum charity.
Meet at 10:30 am for an introduction in the Stable Yard courtyard and an 11:00 am start to the walk.
Date: 24 August 2025
Time: 10.30 am for an 11.00 am start, 4.00 pm finish
For further details and to book your place please visit the Ancient Tree Forum website.

Boconnoc Summer Party
2025-08-25 12:00 - 16:00 | Boconnoc House
Come to the Boconnoc Summer Party.
Bring your friends and family and enjoy bank holiday fun on Boconnoc’s grounds.
Expect lawn games, face painting, live music, cream teas, drinks from the bar and pizza from Kernowforno.
We will raise funds for the Farming Community Network with a tombola and charity cake competition.
There will be one category – Best Cake! The cakes will be cut and sold, with proceeds donated to the charity.
Please submit your cakes by 1pm, along with an ingredients list (for allergy safety).
Picnics welcome.
DATE: 25th August 2025
TIME: 12 pm – 4 pm
TICKETS: Adults £7.50, Kids £4.00, Family ticket £20 (2 adults 2 kids) Under 5s free

BOOK HERE

KCP Jazz at Boconnoc Church
2025-08-27 19:30 - 21:30
Join the Kernow Chamber Players at Boconnoc Church for performance of Claude Bolling’s Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano.
Claude Bolling caused a world-wide sensation when he produced his in the 1970’s. A grammy nomination, 530 consecutive weeks on the Billboard Charts, and follow-on commissions from the top musicians in the world all came his way. The piece is a subtle and charismatic exploration of the boundary between jazz and classical music. Critics wrote – “Peppy, snazzy, sublime, urbane, ethereal all in one album – Bolling perfection”.
Come and hear it live, in the beautiful setting of Boconnoc Church.

Wednesday 27th August
6.30pm – Drinks in stableyard
7.30pm – concert in the church
Tickets are £20, £4 for under 16’s
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Autumn Walks at Boconnoc
2025-10-12 10:00 - 16:00
Take an autumn walk and explore Boconnoc’s grounds and ancient woodlands.
Welcome the change of season this autumn with a day discovering the beauty of Boconnoc. Our Autumn Walks Open Day is a rare opportunity to explore the estate’s sweeping parkland, ancient woodland, gardens and hidden corners as the leaves turn to vibrant shades of gold, russet, and amber.
Wander at your own pace along marked paths and woodland trails, whether you’re a seasoned walker or simply looking for a peaceful escape, the estate offers a beautiful backdrop for a day of exploration – you might walk to the lake, search for ancient monuments, marvel over the ancient oaks on the woodland trails, or observe the gardens as the plants begin to retreat for winter.
The autumn walks will be marked, and maps will be available; routes will range from gentle strolls around the gardens to longer walks through the parkland to our longest route of 3.8 miles. Please note that this has been reduced from the planned 5-mile loop due to damage from Storm Amy.
For those who prefer to take a ride through the grounds in ‘style’, our tractor-trailer will be running tours starting from the front of Boconnoc House.
Boconnoc House will be open and serving light refreshments, including home-baked cakes, sausage rolls, soups and cream teas. Choose a table in the beautiful garden room or on the terrace.

Highlights of the Day
The Deer Park
Take a tractor-trailer ride through Boconnoc’s Deer Park, where herds have roamed since 1540, and see if you can spot the deer hidden in the russet-toned ferns. Please note that October is rutting season, so there will be no walking routes through the Deer Park.
Ancient Trees
Scattered across the estate are magnificent ancient trees, towering oaks, gnarled chestnuts, and veteran beeches that have stood for hundreds of years. Boconnoc’s woodland is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).
Ancient Monuments & Hidden History
The estate’s monuments and historic features add layers of discovery as you walk through trails and paths, look for the Georgian Bath House, or ancient Cornish Crosses and Boconnoc’s Obelisk.
Gardens, Lakes & Parkland Trails
Lose yourself in sweeping views, explore Boconnoc Lake, Pinetum and Shrubbery, or wander winding paths through gardens planted in the picturesque style. The estate’s landscape is renowned for its vibrant rhododendrons, camellias, and magnolias in the milder months, but comes alive with Autumn colours with the change of season.
Family-Friendly and Accessible Walks
We have wide open spaces for children to run in, secret corners for hide and seek and shorter, easy routes for little legs, or buggies. There will also be a marked route for wheelchair users.
Dog Friendly
Dogs on leads are warmly welcomed and are welcome to join their owners for refreshments on the terrace.

Date: Sunday, 12 October
Time: 10am to 4pm, last entry 3pm.
Tickets: Adults: £5 Children under 12: Free
Tractor-trailer ride: £2.50, under 3’s free
Parking and maps are complimentary
Tickets can be bought on entry.
LAST ENTRY 3PM

HISTORY TOUR OF BOCONNOC HOUSE and Cream Tea
2025-10-15 14:00 - 17:00
Take a tour of Boconnoc House and grounds and learn about the architecture, paintings, and people that tell the story of its past.

Guests will also visit the 800-year-old church and Georgian Bath House.

Following the history tour of Boconnoc House guests will be treated to a delicious Cornish Cream Tea in the Garden Room.

Boconnoc House won the HHA/Sotheby’s Award for Restoration in 2012, three prime ministers, a history of duels and the architect Sir John Soane play a part in the story of this unique estate.

Catherine is the author of the book Boconnoc – The History of a Cornish Estate.
Date 15th October

Time 2pm to 5pm
Price £27

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BOCONNOC ESTATE DEER SAFARI MORNING SESSION
2025-10-25 10:00 - 12:00
Come join us for a fascinating wildlife adventure at Boconnoc Estate. Hop on board the tractor-trailer with our Deer Ranger who will lead you on a safari through beautiful grounds to the ancient Deer Park, where you’ll have the opportunity to observe these graceful creatures in action.
Boconnoc Deer Park is known as far back as 1540, Henry VIII’s map of coastal fortifications showed Boconnoc surrounded by a deer park. It is abundant with beech, oak, ash, and willow trees. It is home to 188 lichen species, including the only known British site for Porcina Hibernica. The Deer Park is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is considered the best old-growth southern oceanic woodland in the South West of England.
The Safari will start in the Stable Yard with a talk all about the Deer, their habits and the work that goes into running the Deer Park, following this visitors will be taken to the Deer park on a tractor-trailer to observe the Deer herd.
Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic, enjoy in the Stable Yard, and spend some time in the games and craft rooms.

25th October 2025 10 am to 12 pm

Adult – £15

Child- (under 16) £7.50

Under 3’s – free

Meet in the Boconnoc Stable Yard, the Safari lasts for two hours.

BUY TICKETS HERE

DEER SAFARI AT BOCONNOC ESTATE AFTERNOON SESSION
2025-10-25 13:00 - 15:00
Come join us for a fascinating wildlife adventure at Boconnoc Estate. Hop on board the tractor-trailer with our Deer Ranger who will lead you on a safari through beautiful grounds to the ancient Deer Park, where you’ll have the opportunity to observe these graceful creatures in action.
Boconnoc Deer Park is known as far back as 1540, Henry VIII’s map of coastal fortifications showed Boconnoc surrounded by a deer park. It is abundant with beech, oak, ash, and willow trees. It is home to 188 lichen species, including the only known British site for Porcina Hibernica. The Deer Park is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is considered the best old-growth southern oceanic woodland in the South West of England.
The Safari will start in the Stable Yard with a talk all about the Deer, their habits and the work that goes into running the Deer Park, following this visitors will be taken to the Deer park on a tractor-trailer to observe the Deer herd.
Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic, enjoy in the Stable Yard, and spend some time in the games and craft rooms.

25th October 2025 1 pm to 3 pm

Adult – £15

Child- (under 16) £7.50

Under 3’s – free

Meet in the Boconnoc Stable Yard, the Safari lasts for two hours.

BUY TICKETS HERE

BOCONNOC ESTATE DEER SAFARI MORNING SESSION
2025-10-29 10:00 - 12:00
Come join us for a fascinating wildlife adventure at Boconnoc Estate. Hop on board the tractor-trailer with our Deer Ranger who will lead you on a safari through beautiful grounds to the ancient Deer Park, where you’ll have the opportunity to observe these graceful creatures in action.
Boconnoc Deer Park is known as far back as 1540, Henry VIII’s map of coastal fortifications showed Boconnoc surrounded by a deer park. It is abundant with beech, oak, ash, and willow trees. It is home to 188 lichen species, including the only known British site for Porcina Hibernica. The Deer Park is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is considered the best old-growth southern oceanic woodland in the South West of England.
The Safari will start in the Stable Yard with a talk all about the Deer, their habits and the work that goes into running the Deer Park, following this visitors will be taken to the Deer park on a tractor-trailer to observe the Deer herd.
Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic, enjoy in the Stable Yard, and spend some time in the games and craft rooms.

29th October 2025 10 am to 12 pm

Adult – £15

Child- (under 16) £7.50

Under 3’s – free

Meet in the Boconnoc Stable Yard, the Safari lasts for two hours.

BUY TICKETS HERE

DEER SAFARI AT BOCONNOC ESTATE AFTERNOON SESSION
2025-10-29 13:00 - 15:00
Come join us for a fascinating wildlife adventure at Boconnoc Estate. Hop on board the tractor-trailer with our Deer Ranger who will lead you on a safari through beautiful grounds to the ancient Deer Park, where you’ll have the opportunity to observe these graceful creatures in action.
Boconnoc Deer Park is known as far back as 1540, Henry VIII’s map of coastal fortifications showed Boconnoc surrounded by a deer park. It is abundant with beech, oak, ash, and willow trees. It is home to 188 lichen species, including the only known British site for Porcina Hibernica. The Deer Park is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is considered the best old-growth southern oceanic woodland in the South West of England.
The Safari will start in the Stable Yard with a talk all about the Deer, their habits and the work that goes into running the Deer Park, following this visitors will be taken to the Deer park on a tractor-trailer to observe the Deer herd.
Visitors are very welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the Stable Yard and spend some time in the Games and Craft Rooms.

29th October | 1pm to 3pm

Adult – £15

Child- (under 16) £7.50

Under 3’s – free

Meet in the Boconnoc Stable Yard, the Safari lasts for two hours.

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LilyBoo Christmas Craft Retreat
2025-11-07 08:00 - 2025-11-09 17:00
Our Craft Retreats are an amazing escape at a beautiful location. Held at the stunning Boconnoc, which is situated just outside of Lostwithiel, our retreats really are an escape where you will spend your time crafting, relaxing and having fun. The house and grounds at Boconnoc are stunning and you will have time to explore the grounds at your own pace.
You will have the choice of coming to stay with us at Boconnoc, arriving at 4pm on day one, spending the whole day with us on day two and day three (leaving about 3pm). We will enjoy lots of crafting and social time, as well as having fantastic food supplied by the lovely Emma from Bellamama’s Deli in Lostwithiel. Or you can join us as a day guest, arriving at 9.30am and staying with us until 4.30pm, enjoying craft workshops and lunch, as well as plenty of cake and treats.
With either option we do all the planning, preparation and supplying of equipment, so that you can arrive and enjoy the whole experience. You will have a great selection of knowledgeable tutors to work with and your host Hayley (the Boo in LilyBoo) will be there throughout to ensure you have everything you need.
Activities include: Christmas peg fairies, creating your own Christmas wrapping paper, Christmas fabric baubles & more
Informal evening activities
Includes all meals plus a lovely evening meal
Cakes, fruit and soft drinks available
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There is also the option to come along as a day guest
Saturday day guests from 9:30am – 5:30pm (lunch and treats included)
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HISTORY TOUR OF BOCONNOC HOUSE WITH Cream Tea
2025-11-12 14:00 - 17:00
Take a tour of Boconnoc House and grounds and learn about the architecture, paintings, and people that tell the story of its past.
Guests will also visit the 800-year-old church and Georgian Bath House.
Following the history tour of Boconnoc House guests will be treated to a delicious Cornish Cream Tea in the Garden Room.
Boconnoc House won the HHA/Sotheby’s Award for Restoration in 2012, three prime ministers, a history of duels and the architect Sir John Soane play a part in the story of this unique estate.
Date 12th November
Time 2pm to 5pm
Price £27
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Christmas Wreath Workshop with The Garden Gate Flower Co
2025-12-07 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for a seasonal wreath-making workshop hosted by renowned floral artist Rebecca Stuart from The Garden Gate Flower Co.
Forage in the abundant grounds of Boconnoc for leaves, ferns and foliage before creating your own beautifully festive wreath.
Everything will be provided for you to make your own door wreath. Rebecca will guide you through the step-by-step process to create a stunning wreath that you will truly love.
This workshop would be a lovely activity to do with a friend or family member, get together, share a fun morning creating and reconnecting with nature.

We encourage you to bring gardening gloves and secateurs but we will have some available if needed.
Tea, coffee and delicious homemade mince pies will be provided.
Where: Boconnoc House
Date: 7th December 2025
Time: 10am to Noon
Tickets: £55
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A Christmas Carol presented by Kernow Chamber Players
2025-12-16 19:00 - 20:30
Join us in Boconnoc House for a festive evening when Kernow Chamber Players will present a musical production of Charles Dickens’ timeless classic “A Christmas Carol”.
This much-loved classic Christmas tale tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly man visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve: the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. They show him the error of his ways, transforming him into a generous and kind person by Christmas morning.
The performance will be a one-person dramatisation, written and performed by Tama Matheson, an award-winning writer, actor, director, and founder of the Brisbane Shakespeare Festival. Matheson plays all 25 characters in the story, supported by music from Kernow Chamber Players to enhance and illustrate the story.
Bar open from 6.30pm. Approx running time is 90 minutes, including the interval.
Date: 16th December 2025
Time: 7pm
Tickets: Adults £22.50, Under 16’s £10.00
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Candlelit Carols with Canoryon Lowen
2025-12-17 19:30 - 21:30
Make a date in your yuletide diary for a magical evening at Boconnoc House this Christmas.
Our halls will be decked with ‘boughs of holly’, glowing with candlelight and warmed by open fires.
Come in from the cold, the bar will be open to purchase drinks in the Drawing Room, before moving into the Garden Room for a candlelit concert of classic carols performed by the talented Cornish choir Canoryon Lowen.
You will leave full of Christmas spirit and ready for the seasonal celebrations ahead.
Date: 17th December 2025
Time: Bar open 6.30pm, concert starts 7.30pm
Location: Boconnoc House
Price: Adults £13.50, Child (under 12) £8.50

Parking: You will be directed to free parking on arrival, you may want to bring a torch.
This is a popular event and often sells out in advance so don’t delay booking if you would like to secure tickets.

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