Boconnoc House & Estate | Wedding Venue and Accommodation Cornwall

Stable Yard Sessions - ISYLA
2023-04-22 18:30 - 21:30 (Europe/London) | Boconnoc House
This Earth Day (22nd April 2023) we are excited to welcome ISYLA back to Boconnoc for another intimate performance.
The climate conscious songwriters will unite listeners with their ethereal harmonies whilst highlighting the importance of protecting our planet.

About the band:

UK singer-songwriters Lizzie Freeborn and Amy Woodburn formed ISYLA in 2020 to offer a musical response to raising the profile of the climate crisis.
They combine their love for cinematic arrangements, dynamic harmonies and sultry grooves. Since their debut ISYLA’s have featured on BBC Introducing, Absolute Radio (Frank Skinner) and performed a live session on Radio X (John Kennedy).
After a year of live performances that included Cornwall Folk Festival and The Eden Project, ISYLA began 2023 with their enchanting new release and folk-pop epic “Snow is a Colour”.
Lizzie and Amy have childhoods rich in sixties folk and rock, as well as classical music. For fans of Aurora, Florence and the Machine, Aurora and London Grammar, ISYLA’s sound transcends decades of influences, with captivating vocals and dynamic song writing.

Listen here!

You can hear more about Isyla’s story on Tia Tamblyn’s podcast- Breakfast & Beyond

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King's Coronation Garden Party
2023-05-08 00:00 - 16:00
Boconnoc King’s Coronation Garden Party

Monday 08th May | 12AM – 4PM
We celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III alongside The Queen Consort which will take place at Westminster Abbey
We are hosting a Coronation Garden Party on Monday the 8th May for this historic moment. Grab a deck chair and join us at the beautiful Boconnoc Estate to celebrate this occasion with colourful activities for all ages.

There will be live music, bring your own picnic or pre purchase the Coronation Cream Tea, an outside bar, fun lawn games, delicious ice cream, table tennis, Croquet, face painting bar, 3-legged-race, egg and spoon race and you can make your own flower crown.
Enter our popular Tombola with our cake competition and make a cake for a good cause. A prize will be announced for the best cake at the end of the celebration.
All cake entries will be sold with proceeds to Children’s Hospice Southwest.
Tickets: Adult £7.50 Child (6-16yrs) £4.00 5’s and under go free
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Find out more about the coronation from the official pages here
Coronation Weekend plans announced | The Royal Family
Coronation weekend celebrations that will bring communities together announced – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Cornwall Heritage Trust Open Gardens
2023-05-28 14:00 - 17:00
Take a trip to one of the most beautiful gardens of Cornwall. From the grazing fallow deer in the Deer Park to the centuries-old trees of the ancient woodland, exploring the grounds feels like stepping right into a timeless oil painting.

Begin your tour at the Dorothy Garden, just a quick stroll from Boconnoc House, where fountains burble and flowers turn their faces to the sun. Bring along a camera to capture the vibrancy of the shrubbery, which bursts into blossom, from 34 different varieties of hydrangeas to pink and purple rhododendrons and azaleas, and for a special escape, explore the palm-fringed paradise of the tropical fountain along the Stewardry Walk around a waterfall, pool and Lady Hamilton’s marble bath, the exotic plants create an ambiance that’s akin to a tropical retreat.

Boconnoc Endurance Ride on behalf of Endurance GB
2023-06-17 08:00 - 2023-06-18 16:00
Boconnoc Endurance Ride 17-18 June 2023

An unmissable opportunity for all ages and abilities to ride their horses over amazing countryside at Endurance GB’s Premier Event in the South West.
The Venue is situated on the beautiful private Boconnoc Estate overlooking the stunning Georgian house and gardens, surrounded by parkland, lake and deer park.
The Event offers the choice of an 80 km Competitive Endurance Ride, 80 km, 64 km and shorter distance Graded Rides, two-day 80 km and 48 km Graded Rides plus a range of Pleasure Rides on both days. Rosettes for all successful combinations, plus Performance Formula Placings and Rosettes, with Awards and Prizes for the Major Classes.
The routes are predominantly on the Estate and surrounding countryside, and overnight camping and corralling are available.

Find full information and entries online here.

Stable Yard Session - Earthbound
2023-06-24 16:00 - 23:00
Boconnoc are proud to be partnering with Earthbound, a chef/DJ duo who are bringing festival feels to our Stable Yard Sessions for an evening of live music, good food and infectious ‘Barnyard Funk’ vibes!
Doors will be opening at 4pm – arrive early for a good spot in the Stable Yard and a first taste of our delicious Venison Chilli! (Vegan options also available).
Food will be served from 4pm – 8pm, with Boconnoc Bar supplying drinks between 4pm – 11pm. We will be serving some Earthbound inspired cocktails for our guests to enjoy, along with ‘Ripe‘ cider – locally produced within 10 miles of the Estate and right next door to Earthbound’s Rory & Milo.
Mardy Bakery Doughnuts will be sold on site all evening.
Parking facilities are also available on site, with overnight vehicle pitches available for £10.00.

We are an accessible venue with accessible parking and facilities on-site, with step free access to the gig location.
Food & drink sold separately.
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“Earthbound is Milo and Rory a team of growers, producers and chefs aiming to provide our community with healthy produce whilst enriching the landscape. In order to promote their values and bring people together they host dinners, workshops and events. They are always excited about sharing their passion for food, farming and people.
On their farm Earthbound they are operating a small market garden of about half an acre, with room to expand season to season. They are growing a range of delicious fruits and vegetables which they will sell directly from the farm as well as supplying local village shop, pub and school.
Milo and Rory are propagating and keeping seeds from plants that perform the best to ensure strength and resilience in future crops. By feeding the soil with manure from neighbouring stables and “worm juice” from their wormery as well using a variety of mulching materials they are keeping the soil rich and abundant with life.”

Ethical Boconnoc venison will be served at this event.
Fallow deer have roamed the Boconnoc deer park since the 17th Century and are an important part of the history of the estate.
Today the herd are managed by our Deer Ranger and Environmental Consultant Ian Berry.
Once considered to be the preserve of the rich, the meat is now readily available at affordable prices for all to enjoy and is one of the most sustainable meats that you can buy.
Using our own venison for events and weddings means zero food miles and helps us to tread more lightly on the earth.
The UK has extremely high standards in relation to deer management, as well as legal protections which ensures that our deer are humanely culled.

Bundle Dyeing with Flowers Workshop with Babs Behan
2023-07-15 11:00 - 14:30
A relaxing, inspiring and joyful creative experience working with colourful seasonal flowers and natural materials for multi-sensory bundle dyeing
with mindful foraging, crafting techniques and guided plant connection practices.

A 1/2 day workshop of 2.5 hours, with a foraging element to harvest flowers from the Boconnoc gardens, with guidance for responsible harvesting techniques and a plant connection/grounding exercise.
A bundle dyeing demonstration and practical session to dye an organic UK-grown unbleached peace silk scarf (50 x 140cm) with flowers from the garden and the addition of some organic traditional dye extracts.
While the bundles steam for an hour I will lead a rose tea guided plant meeting, followed by a cream tea and an opportunity to socialise, talk more about natural dyeing and show samples or different techniques.

“Babs Behan is a natural dyer and specialist of non-toxic natural dyeing, inks and printmaking and bioregional regenerative textile systems, Author of “Botanical Inks Plant-To-Print Dyes, Techniques and Projects” (Quadrille 2018), Founder of Botanical Inks non-toxic natural dye studio and the Bristol Cloth project, as seen on BBC News, BBC Countryfile & Sky News.
Her clients include: the Saatchi Gallery, Tate Museum, Facebook London, Jo Malone, V&A Museum, Hauser + Wirth, Ace Hotel, Soho Farmhouse, Lush LTD, Barbican Centre, Selvedge Magazine & Fashion and Textiles Museum London amongst many others.”

Please email events@boconnoc.com to inform us of any dietary requirements or restrictions.

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A Summer Evening of Opera in the Garden
2023-07-26 17:00 - 20:00 | Boconnoc House
Wild Arts presents an evening of opera highlights in the gardens at Boconnoc.

A love story built around your favourite opera classics, arranged into 75 minutes of musical heaven. All sung by the stars of tomorrow and played by a stunning string quintet.
You are welcome to arrive from 5pm to enjoy the amazing views and set up your picnic. Please note, we do not permit alcohol being brought to site, however, Boconnoc Bar will be offering non-alcoholic and alcoholic refreshments.
The performance will start around 6pm and you’ll be able to continue your picnic afterwards, in the last rays of the setting sun.
In the event of wet weather, this event will be moved indoors.
Programme:
Nicolai Overture from The Merry Wives of Windsor
Handel Lo, here my love from Acis & Galatea
Kurt Weill One life to live from Lady in the Dark
Mozart Porgi Amor from Figaro
Tchaikovsky Lensky’s declaration of love from Engene Onegin
Rossini All’Idea di quel Metallo from The Barber of Seville
Bellini Se Romeo t’uccise from I Capuleti e Montecchi
Rossini Finale Act I stretto Zitto Zitto from Cenerentola
INTERVAL
Rodgers & Hammerstein The Surrey with the Fringe on Top from Oklahoma
Monteverdi Pur ti miro from l’Incoronatione di Poppea
Mozart Trio Susanna or via sortite from Figaro
Puccini O mio babbino caro from Gianni Schicchi
Verdi Quartet Sire! from Con Carlo
Tchaikovsky Final scene from Eugene Onegin
Bernstein Somewhere from West Side Story

Sondheim The Little Things from Company

ABOUT
Wild Arts is a new company founded by Orlando Jopling which takes world-class opera to beautiful venues across the UK. More information on wildarts.org.uk
Wild Arts makes great music fresh and enjoyable, performed in intimate venues, for everyone. In 2022 we performed in over 30 venues.
Environmentally sustainable performing and touring, and top quality, lie at the heart of Wild Arts.
We take risks, playing opera and symphonic repertoire as chamber music, collaboratively, and in unusual locations. We mix incredibly talented young musicians with the expertise of musicians who have performed on the great world stages.
The long term dream of Wild Arts is a truly sustainable opera house and performance space, set in a re-wilded and bio-diverse environment, built from sustainable materials, with regenerative, carbon positive operation.

Let me tell you that Wild Arts’ opera evenings are of a breathtakingly high, ROH-level musical standard – a gorgeous quintet of musicians and a most cunning choice of excerpts, mischievously well acted. I’d follow them anywhere. Libby Purves

A fine young cast excel, with engaging energy and superb singing … a knowing, cheeky sense of humour, while never detracting from Mozart’s delectable score. An affordable and accessible production, attracting those who might be new to opera. – The Guardian on our 2022 production of Così fan tutte.

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A Deer Ranger for a Day - Morning Session
2023-07-27 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for a super exciting Deer Safari with our expert ranger Ian Berry and become a Boconnoc Deer Ranger for the day!
On Thursday 27th July hop aboard the tractor trailer for a fun ride to the Boconnoc Deer Park where you can learn all about the beautiful deer that live on the estate.
Our ranger Ian will teach you about the important tasks of a deer ranger, from poo detecting to protecting the habitat of these magnificent creatures.
Afterwards children can take part in craft activities in our stable yard.

This event is recommended for children aged 12 and under, but all are welcome.
Children under 16 will need to be supervised by an adult at all times.
We will meet at the Stable Yard at 10am, back for around 12pm.
Refreshments will be available and you are encouraged to bring a your own picnic to enjoy in the Stable Yard after the safari.

Adult – £15
Child- (6-15y) £7.50
Under 5’s – free
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A Deer Ranger for a Day - Afternoon Session
2023-07-27 13:00 - 15:00
Join us for a super exciting Deer Safari with our expert ranger Ian Berry and become a Boconnoc Deer Ranger for the day!
On Thursday 27th July hop aboard the tractor trailer for a fun ride to the Boconnoc Deer Park where you can learn all about the beautiful deer that live on the estate.
Our ranger Ian will teach you about the important tasks of a deer ranger, from poo detecting to protecting the habitat of these magnificent creatures.
Afterwards children can take part in craft activities in our stable yard.

This event is recommended for children aged 12 and under, but all are welcome.
Children under 16 will need to be supervised by an adult at all times.
We will meet at the Stable Yard at 1pm, back for around 3pm.
Refreshments will be available to purchase on site.

Family Ticket (2 adults 2 children) – £45
Adult – £15
Child- (6-15y) £7.50
Under 5’s – free
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Boconnoc’s Ancient Tree Safari
2023-08-01 10:00 - 13:00
Boconnoc’s Ancient Tree Safari

Join Tim Kellett, from the Cornwall Ancient Tree Forum as he leads an Ancient Tree Safari on the Boconnoc Estate.

With an introductory talk in the Soane Room, guests will learn about ancient trees and their special value to our culture, landscape and biodiversity before investigating the ancient landscape of Boconnoc.

Explore the grounds, deer park, wood pasture and woodland to gain an insight into the amazing wildlife that lives on the estate, as well as learning how we age trees and the integral part that trees have played within communities at Boconnoc throughout history.

Guests will visit some of the oldest trees on the estate where our guide will measure and estimate the age of the trees. We will explore their own habitats and the wildlife they support.

During the experience you will have time to ask questions, photograph and measure some trees and find out why Oliver Rackham said, “one 500-year-old oak is more valuable to biodiversity than 10,000 100-year-old oaks!”

This trip will include a tractor & trailer ride and a guided walk back to the house across woodlands and rough ground, so please wear appropriate, wet weather clothing and footwear.

Boconnoc Cafe will be open serving refreshments.

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BOCONNOC MUSIC AWARD CONCERT
2023-08-01 18:30 - 21:30
This August, we are delighted to be hosting the award-winning, Hyde Clarinet Quartet who are an exciting clarinet group formed of current students and alumni from the Royal College of Music.
Each year, we give recognition to the best group from the Royal College of Music in celebration of the Boconnoc Music Award. The annual award was established by the late Anthony Fortescue and his wife Elizabeth Fortescue, owners of Boconnoc in 2012. The prize constitutes a week’s residency on the estate, providing a valuable opportunity for the musicians to work intensively on repertoire and technique in a private, inspiring and exclusive environment.
This year, our winners, The Hyde Clarinet Quartet, will be joining us from 31 July – 04 August and will be performing a fabulous concert in Boconnoc House on Tuesday 1 August. There will be a second performance in Boconnoc Church on Thursday 3 August. ( more details to be announced soon )
The Hyde Clarinet Quartet are known for their acclaimed performances of classical music. They have also recently commissioned two new works of art, which they are excited to premier and add to the ever-growing list of clarinet quartet repertoire.
Join us for an enjoyable evening in Boconnoc House as we have the pleasure of hearing the Hyde Clarinet Quartet, who are dedicated to performing new works, as well as exploring the diversity of the clarinet.

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Ticket price: £22.50 including drinks upon arrival
Free entry for anyone in full time education at the Royal College of Music.
Find out what happened during previous years as we joined forces with the wonderful team at the Royal College of Music, here.

Die wise with Stephen Jenkinson - A day-long workshop
2023-08-11 10:00 - 15:00
We are excited to welcome Stephen Jenkinson to Boconnoc this summer for a one day workshop.
Known as a master of storytelling, over the years, Stephen has worked extensively with dying people and their families, is a former programme director in a major Canadian hospital, and a former assistant professor in a prominent Canadian medical school.
Stephen is also a sculptor and traditional canoe builder whose house won a Governor General’s Award for architecture.
During this talk, Stephen will be walking you through his award-winning book, ‘Die Wise: A Manifesto for Sanity & Soul’ which is focused on grief, dying and the great love of life.
Die Wise does not offer seven steps for coping with death. It does not suggest ways to make dying easier. It pours no honey to make the medicine go down. Instead, with lyrical prose, deep wisdom, and stories from his two decades of working with dying people and their families, Stephen Jenkinson places death at the centre of the page and asks us to behold it in all its painful beauty.
We look forward to seeing you for what will undoubtedly be an inspiring and spiritually stimulating conversation by Stephen.
The talk will take place in the Stable yard at Boconnoc and there will be time between sessions to explore the beautiful grounds of the estate.

Read more about Stephen Jenkinson’s work on his website.
To purchase his book Die Wise: A Manifesto for Sanity and Soul
ahead of the talk, please see the Amazon link here.
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We do not have facilities on site for lunch so you will need to bring something with you for the day. We will however be providing a tea and coffee station which will be available throughout the day.
Transport Information:
Lostwithiel train station is a 10 minute drive away, or 45 minute cycle, with lots of hills
Liskeard train station is a 20 minute drive away
We have parking available on site for guests.
There is no accommodation available on the estate on this date unfortunately, however if you are coming from out of town please find a few recommendations below which are nearby to the estate;
Brean Park Farm
Chy Bownder Cottage
Unique rustic hideaway

EXPLORE THE SOUNDS OF BOCONNOC AT NIGHT
2023-08-11 19:30 - 23:00
Explore the meadows and woodland valleys of Boconnoc at dusk into the evening, as we have the pleasure of being treated to a guided walk by ecologist and ornithologist Robbie Phillips.
Dusk is when many of the creatures living on the estate wake up and you can hear the screeches and calls of our nocturnal animals as they head out on their evening hunt. We will hope to hear tawny owls and possibly barn owls as well as listening to bats using a special bat detector.
We are delighted to be welcoming Robbie back for a second year, to host this event. As part of the evening’s agenda, we will also have a hands-on experience with moths, setting a moth light ( harmless to moths ) at the start of the evening to see what has come in by dark. This will give everyone the chance to see some of the beautiful species we have at Boconnoc.
Read our interview with Robbie here to learn more about him, his love of nature and his night walks.
This is a rare opportunity to explore the private grounds of Boconnoc which are not usually open to the public. Alongside this you will be treated to expert knowledge from ecologist Robbie Phillips. A truly wonderful experience for nature lovers.

A lovely testimonial from last year’s guided tour with Robbie;
“Just back from their Guided Bird Walk which was absolutely lovely. A small group of us were taken around Boconnoc’s beautiful parkland guided by Robbie, an expert ornithologist who explained all the bird songs we heard along the way… it was a really interesting evening!”
Additional information
Please note the walk will be approximately 1.5hours across 2.5km across varying and uneven terrain. We advise sensible footwear and wet weather clothes if raining. Please be advised to bring a torch/headtorch if you have one available.
This event is best suited for adults and children over the age of 12
You will need a good level of fitness for this walk and be able to cope with walking on uneven ground.
Park and meet in the Stable yard at Boconnoc.
Standard price: £25
There will be a warming mug of hot chocolate during the evening
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Accommodation:
If you would like to stay at Boconnoc, we have availability in our Grooms House which sleeps six people during this period. Guests will receive complimentary tickets to the walk. If you would like to book, please get in touch by emailing stay@boconnoc.com or calling 01208 872507. Please note this is a minimum three night stay.

A Deer Ranger for a Day - Morning Session
2023-08-12 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for a super exciting Deer Safari with our expert ranger Ian Berry and become a Boconnoc Deer Ranger for the day!
On Saturday 12th August hop aboard the tractor trailer for a fun ride to the Boconnoc Deer Park where you can learn all about the beautiful deer that live on the estate.
Our ranger Ian will teach you about the important tasks of a deer ranger, from poo detecting to protecting the habitat of these magnificent creatures.
Afterwards families can take part in craft activities in our stable yard, spend some time together in our games room or indulge in a tasty snack from our on-site cafe!

This event is recommended for children aged 12 and under, but all are welcome.
Children under 16 will need to be supervised by an adult at all times.
We will meet at the Stable Yard at 10am, back for around 12pm.
Refreshments will be available and you are encouraged to bring a your own picnic to enjoy in the Stable Yard after the safari.

Adult – £15
Child- (6-15y) £7.50
Under 5’s – free
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A Deer Ranger for a Day – Afternoon Session
2023-08-12 13:00 - 15:00
Join us for a super exciting Deer Safari with our expert ranger Ian Berry and become a Boconnoc Deer Ranger for the day!
On Saturday 12th August hop aboard the tractor trailer for a fun ride to the Boconnoc Deer Park where you can learn all about the beautiful deer that live on the estate.
Our ranger Ian will teach you about the important tasks of a deer ranger, from poo detecting to protecting the habitat of these magnificent creatures.
Afterwards families can take part in craft activities in our stable yard, spend some time together in our games room or indulge in a tasty snack from our on-site cafe!

This event is recommended for children aged 12 and under, but all are welcome.
Children under 16 will need to be supervised by an adult at all times.
We will meet at the Stable Yard at 1pm, back for around 3pm.
Refreshments will be available and you are encouraged to bring a your own picnic to enjoy in the Stable Yard after the safari.

Adult – £15
Child- (6-15y) £7.50
Under 5’s – free
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Cornwall Hospice Care Open Gardens
2023-08-13 14:00 - 17:00
This event is organised by the St Austell Soroptimists in support of Cornwall Hospice Care.

Take a trip to one of the most beautiful gardens of Cornwall. From the grazing fallow deer in the Deer Park to the centuries-old trees of the ancient woodland, exploring the grounds feels like stepping right into a timeless oil painting.
Begin your tour at the Dorothy Garden, just a quick stroll from Boconnoc House, where fountains burble and flowers turn their faces to the sun. Bring along a camera to capture the vibrancy of the shrubbery, which bursts into blossom, from 34 different varieties of hydrangeas to beautifully scented roses, and for a special escape, explore the palm-fringed paradise of the tropical fountain along the Stewardry Walk around a waterfall, pool and Lady Hamilton’s marble bath, the exotic plants create an ambiance that’s akin to a tropical retreat.

STRING SEXTETS BY BRAHMS & BOCCHERINI, PERFORMED BY THE KERNOW CHAMBER PLAYERS
2023-08-16 18:30 - 21:00
Join us this summer for an inspiring evening of beautiful music by the Kernow Chamber Players in the Boconnoc Stable Yard. The Kernow Chamber Players consists of leading Cornwall-based musicians, who have teamed up with some of Cornwall’s most promising young musical students and was originally created in the summer of 2021 to bring live music of many different genres to audiences in Cornwall. They will perform Sextets by Brahms and Boccherini
It is our pleasure to have them back again at Boconnoc Estate as we welcome this much-loved group of local talent to our grounds this August.
Throughout the evening we will be hosting two performances, accompanied by an interval in-between when the bar will be open. We look forward to welcoming you for this unmissable musical event.
Please note that the event will be taking place outdoors so please wear suitable clothing. You are welcome to bring chairs, picnics and picnic blankets. In case of wet weather the event will be moved indoors.
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Standard price: £20
Entry with a glass of prosecco: £25
Parking is available on site.

The joys of ‘No Dig’ - A gardening workshop by Charles Dowding
2023-09-14 10:00 - 16:00
This September we are excited to be welcoming gardener and author Charles Dowding to Boconnoc for an informative ‘No Dig’ Workshop in our beautiful estate. During an inspiring presentation in Boconnoc House, Charles will show you how he has fine-tuned various no dig methods over the years. He will also be providing expert advice on succession planting, multi-sowing, pest reduction, the use of fleece and mesh and propagation.
Charles is one of the most well known experts in the UK who specializes in no dig and he has been an advocate of the method since he first started growing vegetables back in 1981. In fact, much of his career has been dedicated to teaching others about this approach, both in the form of his books and successful YouTube channel.
This method means you don’t disrupt the fragile soil life and the important microorganisms, fungi and worms that help feed plant roots. It’s a fantastic way to avoid using harsh chemicals and toxic concoctions in your garden whilst also helping you save time and money. The technique is also great for beginners as you’ll have less chance of failure during harvesting due to the improved growing conditions of your soil and you don’t need to worry about re-digging your flower beds each year.

Throughout the workshop you will have the chance to ask questions before we break for a delicious lunch.
Afterwards we will move into the Kitchen Garden so you can see how Stuart, the Head Gardener at Boconnoc has been experimenting with Charles’ technique in the onsite kitchen garden. Charles will demonstrate how to make a no dig bed on weedy grass. As a group we’ll then look at different parts of the garden as we see these techniques in action, including compost making.
If you would like to learn more about growing all kinds of vegetables productively, healthily and more easily join us for this inspiring day with Charles. We look forward to seeing you in September.
Lunch:
Homemade lunch will be cooked by our wonderful housekeeper Kay Bolitho using local fresh ingredients as well as produce from the Kitchen Garden. This will be served in our beautiful Garden room which has views stretching over the parkland. If you have dietary requirements or allergies please let us know.
Tickets are £140 to include workshop (£115) and two course lunch (£25)
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Parking is available on site.
Accommodation is also available on site – please contact stay@boconnoc.com for details.

A History Tour of Boconnoc House
2023-10-17 14:00 - 17:00
Elizabeth Fortescue will lead this fascinating tour of the house and grounds detailing the stories, history and paintings from the past.
Guests will also be shown around the 800 year old church and Georgian bath house here at Boconnoc.
After the tour guests will be treated to a delicious Cornish cream tea in the Smoking Room, with homemade scones lovingly baked by our Housekeeper Kay.
Boconnoc House, the winner of the 2012 HHA/Sotheby’s Award for Restoration was bought with the proceeds of the Pitt Diamond in 1717. Three prime ministers, a history of duels and the architect Sir John Soane play a part in the story of this unique estate.

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Cornwall Climate Care Film Screening and Charity Banquet at Boconnoc House
2023-10-19 18:00 - 23:00 | Boconnoc House
You are invited to Cornwall Climate Care‘s film screening and charity banquet at Boconnoc House, Lostwithiel.
Put on your best Cornish chic and join us for an evening of the following:

An Exclusive Film Screening

After welcome drinks, move through to the smoking room for a special screening of Hungry for Change. Presented by St Ives forager Josh Quick, this is Cornwall Climate Care’s latest film looking at the climate impacts of our broken food system and the inspiring projects working to tackle it. The film will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers and guests, including:
– Olivia Champion, microbiologist at Entec Nutrition
– Matthew Thomson, director of Sustainable Food Cornwall
– Ste Davies, director of Falmouth Food Co-op
Watch the film trailer here.

A Low-Carbon Gourmet Banquet

Next you will get the chance to experience a meal like no other! Featuring food and delicacies from the film, you will be treated to a fine three-course banquet using culled venison, ‘waste’ supermarket food, foraged wild plants and other surprises.
Meat and plant-based options are available (please indicate your preference and any dietary requirements when purchasing your ticket. The meat option is venison, so if this is not to your taste, please select ‘plant-based’).

After Dinner Speaker – Rewilding Specialist Derek Gow
Can we really afford to give up space for rewilding projects on an overcrowded island that needs to increase its food security?
Derek Gow, a farmer turned passionate conservationist, believes not only that we can, but that we must.
Prepare to be challenged, amused, enraged and surprised by this talk, which may overturn many of your assumptions about how we use our land in the UK.
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Derek has played significant roles in the reintroduction of the Eurasian beaver, the water vole and the white stork to England. He is currently rewildling parts of his 300 acre farm while also working to reintroduce the wildcat.
He has published several books and his story has been featured in The Guardian, The New Yorker, The Ecologist and more.
“Gow has a fire in his belly. We need more like him.”—BBC Wildlife magazine

Image Credit: Jonny Weeks

Live Music by Cornish Artist Jenny Bishop
A songwriter, performer, media composer and sound designer based in Cornwall, Jenny has provided beautiful soundtracks for two of Cornwall Climate Care’s films to date – Food for Thought and Hungry for Change.

Silent Auction
There will be the opportunity for you to win some fantastic prizes in our silent auction – with all proceeds going to Cornwall Climate Care to help fund future films about climate issues and the local businesses and individuals working hard to tackle them. Funds also go towards our new school climate workshop programme.

Tickets
If you would like to join us for the evening please purchase your tickets here.
Tickets are available at a special price of £75 for a limited time only – book by 17th August 2023. After that the price will increase to the standard £90.
However, you may select the standard price (£90) even if booking earlier if you would like and are able to provide extra funding to support the work of our charity. Thank you.
We look forward to welcoming you at Boconnoc!

Getting there… by rail or car
By rail
Boconnoc is close to Lostwithiel Station, which is on the main London-Penzance line. On Oct 19, the last train from Lostwithiel to Plymouth leaves at 22:11, while the last train for Penzance is at 23:23.
Local taxi firms to ferry you between the station and Boconnoc include Rogers on 01208-873324, Lostwithiel Town Cars on 07760303515, or KP Cars on 01726-815415.
By car

Please do NOT follow your satnav as it will not bring you in to the estate and you are likely to get
lost. Please make sure you use the directions below.
If possible use What3Words to reach the front of the main house: ///waking.trial.balanced

FROM A30

At Bodmin come off the A30 and follow signs for the A38 to Liskeard. Get on the A38.
2 miles approx. after Bodmin Parkway Station, turn right (signposted to East and West Taphouse and Looe/Polperro – B3359). Continue to the “T” junction.
Turn left onto A390, go to East Taphouse. Turn RIGHT onto B3359 signed Looe/Polperro & Boconnoc).
Approximately 1 mile along the B3359 take the 1st right signed Boconnoc (with a tiny sign)
Then take immediate left signed Boconnoc and 1st right about 1/3 of a mile down the road signed Boconnoc.
Go to crossroad with lodge by the gate where the sign says Boconnoc, Private Road. Drive straight through there and follow the signs to Boconnoc which take you along the road round to the left, down a long straight drive to a tall stone obelisk. Follow the road round to the left, past another lodge and straight down the hill until you get to the main house.
Stewards will show you where to park.

FROM A38 from Plymouth direction
At EAST Taphouse, go round a bend and up the hill after garage on the right
Take next left, signposted to Looe / Polperro B3359 & Boconnoc.
Approximately 1 mile along the B3359 take the 1st right signed Boconnoc (with a tiny sign)
Then take immediate left signed Boconnoc and 1st right about 1/3 of a mile down the road signed Boconnoc.
Go to crossroad with lodge by the gate where the sign says Boconnoc, Private Road. Drive straight through there and follow the signs to Boconnoc which take you along the road round to the left, down a long straight drive to a tall stone obelisk. Follow the road round to the left, past another lodge and straight down the hill until you get to the main house.
Stewards will show you where to park.

From A390 from St Austell
Go through Lostwithiel on A390, towards Liskeard. Go to EAST Taphouse.
1st turn right (signposted Looe / Polperro B3359 & Boconnoc).
Approximately 1 mile along the B3359 take the 1st right signed Boconnoc (with a tiny sign)
Then take immediate left signed Boconnoc and 1st right about 1/3 of a mile down the road signed Boconnoc.
Go to crossroad with lodge by the gate where the sign says Boconnoc, Private Road. Drive straight through there and follow the signs to Boconnoc which take you along the road round to the left, down a long straight drive to a tall stone obelisk. Follow the road round to the left, past another lodge and straight down the hill until you get to the main house.
Stewards will show you where to park.

An Enchanted Dragon & Fairy Trail at Boconnoc
2023-10-21 10:00 - 2023-10-29 17:00
Folklore and Fairy Dust…
Boconnoc offers visitors an experience to truly connect with nature at its most magical.
Join us for an enchanting walk through the stunning grounds of Boconnoc as we search for mythical fairy folk and dragons!
Our trail will lead you through the beautiful gardens where handcrafted willow sculptures of mischievous Cornish Piskeys and legendary dragons will spark wonder and delight.
Fairy wings, dragon outfits and magical wands at the ready!

Toilets and Refreshments are available on site.
The Majority of paths are grass and pushchair friendly but outdoor footwear is recommended after prolonged rain. The fairies, dragons and forest creatures are all positioned in obvious places but you will need to look up as well as down to see them.
There is a trail pack to accompany the experience which includes a map, colouring book, pencils and a ribbon to place on the wishing tree. Priced at £2.00. These are sold separately on site.

Seasonal Wreath Making Workshop
2023-12-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Boconnoc House
Join us for a seasonal wreath making workshop hosted by the super talented Rebecca Stuart from The Garden Gate Flower co.
Forage in the beautiful grounds of Boconnoc for leaves, ferns and foliage before heading to the candle lit Stable Yard to create your own beautifully festive wreath.
Everything will be provided for you to make your own door wreath and Rebecca will guide you through the step-by-step process to create something you truly love.
We think 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.
Tea, coffee and delicious homemade mince pies will be provided.

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About Rebecca
“The Garden Gate Flower Company is a sustainable, environmentally conscious garden and floral design studio based in Cornwall. Rebecca has a passion for design and colour, she loves to create arrangements that echo the nature in which they have be grown and the environment they will be destined for.
Rebecca started her floral design business in 2010 and wanted to bring her experience of colour theory into her creations. With a background in textiles, Rebecca creates arrangements in layers of colour using the best seasonal ingredients from her garden and her network of British growers. The Garden Gate Flower Company has worked on hundreds of weddings and events both here in the UK and in Europe.”
http://www.thegardengateflowercompany.co.uk/
Disclaimer: There will be a professional photographer taking photos at this event.

A Christmas Carol - performed by the Kernow Chamber Players
2023-12-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Boconnoc House
Join the Kernow Chamber Players for a performance of the classic ‘A Christmas Carol’ by Charles Dickens in Boconnoc House. This one-person show performed by actor-director Tama Matheson will be accompanied by the Kernow Chamber Players performing music of J.S. Bach, and others, to tell the timeless tale of ghosts, memories, and second chances and how miserable old Scrooge is reformed by the spirit of Christmas.
Boconnoc Bar will be open; audience members are invited to join the performers for drinks and mince pies after the performance.

6 pm – Doors Open / Boconnoc Bar Open
6.30 pm – Performance begins
7.40 pm – Performance ends

Accessible parking will be found at the front of Boconnoc House, with accessible facilities on site.

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Dive Project Cornwall Fundraising Dinner and Auction
2024-02-08 19:00 - 22:30 | Boconnoc House
Join the team behind the Dive Project Cornwall, led by founder Andy Forster, for a fundraising dinner at Boconnoc House.
Dive Project Cornwall is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company that supports the mental health and well-being of young people who visit the project. Launched in 2022, the project has provided the experience of a lifetime to 400 young people, giving them a new sense of confidence and purpose. Every penny raised through donations is reinvested in our unique learning programme.
Dive Project Cornwall provides a unique opportunity for students to learn the basics of scuba diving while gaining an appreciation for the natural marine world. This experience helps young people discover more about themselves by facing challenges and embracing new skills that will benefit them in their everyday lives. During their stay at the Dive Project Cornwall Basecamp, students can enjoy the benefits of a fully equipped campsite with ocean views, stargazing, campfires, and excellent cooking. The project reduces screen time, encourages connection with the natural world and the people around us, and teaches us to appreciate the present moment.
“We have just returned from what has been the most amazing week of school ever. Twenty of our students are now fully fledged “Ocean Influencers”. The students have returned as completely different individuals. They have become more resilient and have developed their social skills in a way they would not have achieved in the traditional classroom.”
Teacher at Sir James Smith School, North Cornwall Learning Trust.
https://www.diveprojectcornwall.co.uk

YOUR HOSTS
Come and meet the team from Dive Project Cornwall and learn more about our work and its positive impact on young people from across the UK.
HEAD CHEF
Ex-Executive Chef for Rick Stein, Stephane Delourme, will be in the kitchen leading a team of renowned chefs; details of precisely who will be revealed…
THE EVENING
7 pm – Welcome drink on arrival
7.30 pm – 4-course dinner with complimentary wine
9.30 pm – “The work of Dive Project Cornwall” presentation
9:45 pm – Auction of 7+ lots
10:30 pm – Finish

TICKETS
£110 per person/ticket
Table for ten people £1,000

To purchase tickets or find out more about the event, please contact:

Andy Forster, Project Director
Dive Project Cornwall
07711 160590
andy@diveprojectcornwall.co.uk

https://www.diveprojectcornwall.co.uk

Deer Safari - Morning Session
2024-04-06 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for a super exciting Deer Safari with our expert ranger, Ian Berry.
On Saturday 6th, April, hop aboard the tractor-trailer for a fun ride to the Boconnoc Deer Park, where you can learn all about the beautiful deer that live on the estate.
Our ranger Ian will teach you about the essential tasks of a deer ranger, from poo detecting to protecting the habitat of these magnificent creatures.
Afterwards, families can participate in craft activities in our stable yard, spend some time together in our games room or indulge in a tasty snack from our on-site cafe!
This event is family-focused and can be enjoyed by all ages.
Children under 16 will need to be supervised by an adult at all times.
We will meet at the Stable Yard at 10 am and be back around 12 pm.
Refreshments will be available, and you are encouraged to bring your picnic to enjoy in the Stable Yard after the safari.

Adult – £15
Child- (6-15y) £7.50
Under 5’s – free

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Deer safari - Afternoon Session
2024-04-06 13:00 - 15:00
Join us for a super exciting Deer Safari with our expert ranger, Ian Berry.
On Saturday 6th, April, hop aboard the tractor-trailer for a fun ride to the Boconnoc Deer Park, where you can learn all about the beautiful deer that live on the estate.
Our ranger Ian will teach you about the essential tasks of a deer ranger, from poo detecting to protecting the habitat of these magnificent creatures.
Afterwards, families can participate in craft activities in our stable yard, spend some time together in our games room or indulge in a tasty snack from our on-site cafe!

This event is family-focused and can be enjoyed by all ages.
Children under 16 will need to be supervised by an adult at all times.
We will meet at the Stable Yard at 1 pm and be back around 3 pm.
Refreshments will be available, and you are encouraged to bring your picnic to enjoy in the Stable Yard after the safari.

Adult – £15
Child- (6-15y) £7.50
Under 5’s – free
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Cornwall Heritage Trust Open Gardens
2024-04-07 14:00 - 17:00
Cornwall Heritage Trust is a charity that works to ensure Cornwall’s unique heritage is protected and shared with everyone, enjoy Boconnoc’s grounds and gardens and help raise funds so that they can continue their good work.

A free talk by historian and author, Catherine Lorigan, will be held at 2.30pm. Catherine is the author of the book Boconnoc – The History of a Cornish Estate.

There’s something for all the family, including a fun-filled trail to keep the little ones busy during your visit. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.

7th April 2024
2pm to 5pm
Ticket prices are £6 if pre-booked online , £7.50 on the door.
Under 12s go free and do not require booking.
Online booking will close at 12noon on the Friday before each event.
Due to poor signal, Cornwall Heritage Trust will only be able to accept cash for tickets purchased on the day.
Last entry will be one hour before closing time.

Cornwall Heritage Trust’s Open Gardens 2024 is sponsored by Coodes Solicitors. All proceeds go to Cornwall Heritage Trust.

Advance tickets can be booked here https://www.cornwallheritagetrust.org/opengardens/

National Garden Scheme Open Gardens at Boconnoc
2024-04-14 14:00 - 17:00
Enjoy Boconnoc in full bloom in association with the National Garden Scheme.
Roam in parkland and woods with magnificent trees, flowering shrubs and stunning views. The gardens are set amongst mature trees, which provide a backdrop for exotic spring flowering shrubs, woodland plants, newly planted magnolias and a fine collection of hydrangeas.
Light refreshments will be available in the Stable Yard
For this open day, you can book your tickets in advance or pay on the day.
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Date
Sunday, 14th April 2024
Opening times
2 pm to 5 pm
Admission
Adult: £6.00 Child: £3.00

Celebrating Spring Floral Masterclass
2024-04-19 10:00 - 13:00
Join floral artist Rebecca Stuart of The Garden Gate Flower Company for a masterclass in floral arrangement with the backdrop of spring blooming across the grounds of Boconnoc.
Her designs use only British flowers, including those produced in her garden at Duchy of Cornwall Nursery in Lostwithiel.

Rebecca will demonstrate how to create a beautiful vase arrangement; this will be followed by private access to wander the grounds of Boconnoc, admiring spring flowers at their finest.
Locally grown flowers in spring colours will be provided for your floral creation, and participants will join Becca to wander the grounds and forage for elements to complement their design.
Becca will guide you on how to cut and condition your flowers to keep your arrangements looking good for longer, and should you wish to gift your arrangement, she will teach you how to wrap your bouquet, giving you the knowledge for future home-grown gifting.
Course includes
Talk about spring flowers,
Bouquet demonstration
Collecting foliage
Flowers to create your arrangement
Gift wrapping demonstration
Glass jar to take your flowers home in
Refreshments include tea, coffee, and homemade biscuits.
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History Tour of Boconnoc House with Elizabeth Fortescue
2024-05-15 14:00 - 17:00
There are still tickets available for History Tours on 3rd July and 10th September 2024.

Elizabeth Fortescue 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 Smoking Room, with homemade scones lovingly baked by our Housekeeper Kay.
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.

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