Warmth Hub at Boconnoc
2023-01-04 13:00 - 2023-01-25 15:00 (Europe/London)

Exhibition - Collection of works of art and other objects
2023-02-01 14:00 - 2023-02-28 17:00
On display in the Smoking Room and the Gallery in Boconnoc House will be a collection including portraits of the Mohun Family and the only surviving collection of portraits of the Whig politicians.

Entry: £10 to include tea/coffee and biscuits
Booking is essential via the office, please call 01208 872 507 or email office@boconnoc.com

A Deer Ranger for the Day
2023-02-12 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!
This February half term (13-17th Feb) 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, enjoy a warming hot chocolate and toast marshmallows on our fire pit.

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.

Family Ticket (2 adults 2 children) – £45
Adult – £15
Child- (6-15y) £7.50
Under 5’s – free

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Sunday 12th February 10am-12pm

Charity Gala Dinner & Auction - Supporting Dive Project Cornwall
2023-03-16 18:00 - 23:30
HELPING 400 LUCKY TEENAGERS EXPERIENCE THE OCEAN
JOIN US FOR A CHARITY GALA DINNER AND AUCTION AT BOCONNOC HOUSE ON 16th MARCH
The Ocean Agency Ltd is supporting
DIVE PROJECT CORNWALL by hosting a fantastic evening of food, drink and fun.
Supported by Helping Hands & Pans, a collective of hospitality professionals and enthusiastic ‘amateurs’ volunteering their time to deliver a splendid 4 course menu
Find out more
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A History tour of Boconnoc House with Catherine Lorigan
2023-03-21 14:00 - 17:00
Join Historian and Author Catherine Lorigan for a tour of Boconnoc House.
Catherine 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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Meet your guide…
Catherine Lorigan was born in London. During many visits to Cornwall to visit relatives, her interest in the history of the county was awakened and her research now concentrates on many things Cornish. She has degrees from the universities of Birmingham, Oxford and Exeter.
Catherine is the author of the book Boconnoc- The History of a Cornish Estate

Stable Yard Sessions - Andy Williamson and the Neil Burns Organ Trio
2023-03-25 17:00 - 22:30
Join us for an evening of live music, fun and frivolity with Andy Williamson and the Neil Burns Organ Trio on Saturday 25 March.
This performance will be the first of our Stable Yard Sessions.
Overlooking the stunning Boconnoc House the historic Stable Yard makes for the perfect atmospheric location, illuminated by our beautiful festoon lighting.
Dance around the fire pits or simply soak up the atmosphere as our talented musicians provide the entertainment for a magical evening of music.
With catering supplied by local companies and own bar serving beverages from local suppliers such as Wild Foraged Lantic Gin, which is distilled the Skylark Distillery here on the Boconnoc Estate, these events will support both local talent and small businesses with minimum impact on the planet.
All Stable Yard Session performances will be plastic free, using compostable cups, wooden cutlery, and dinnerware. Guests will be encouraged to carshare where possible and for every performance a tree will be planted on the estate.
Andy, who runs the Ashburton Arts Centre and his group will bring their infectiously funky grooves and that sixties boogaloo feel plus some smooth jazz and soul from these four great musicians who love what they do. Bring your dancing shoes!
Andy Williamson – Sax and vocals
Neil Burns – Guitar
Martin Jenkins – Hammond organ
Ric Byer – Drums

Doors open at 5pm with food and drink being served on site.
Food from the Mexican Taco van, El Huichol

Overnight vehicles are permitted for a £10 pitch fee. Toilet facilities on site.
Tickets from £12
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Soap Making Workshop with Bloomtown
2023-03-26 09:00 - 14:00
Bloomtown co-founder Preya Culmer shares the passion and skill behind her multi-award-winning soaps, hand-crafted in Cornwall and stocked by the likes of the Eden Project, RHS & National Trust.

This 2-hour beginners’ workshop will teach you all you need to know to craft your own natural soap, and you’ll leave with a loaf (5-6 bars) of your own custom creation to use yourself or give as gifts! Have fun playing around with different natural clay colourants, essential oils, and botanical exfoliants.

*Just a note: in this beginner’s workshop, your first bars will be somewhat rustic, but once you get the hang of the basics, you’ll able to apply your newly learned skills to create your own recipes and designs 🙂
Refreshments will be provided, please let us know about any allergies or dietary requirements upon arrival.

Bloomtown is the UK’s first certified palm oil-free company and was founded in 2016 by Preya and Medwin Culmer after they spent 2 years in Indonesia and witnessed first-hand the devastation caused by palm oil cultivation. Their entire range is hand-crafted in their Falmouth workshop.

Sunday 26th March 2023
Tickets – £45pp
Morning workshop (9am-11am) – BOOK TICKETS
Afternoon workshop (12pm-2pm) – Sold out

A Deer Ranger for the Day - Morning Session
2023-04-07 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 Friday 07th 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 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.

Family Ticket (2 adults 2 children) – £45
Adult – £15
Child- (6-15y) £7.50
Under 5’s – free
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A Deer Ranger for the Day - Afternoon Session
2023-04-07 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 Friday 07th 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 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.

Family Ticket (2 adults 2 children) – £45
Adult – £15
Child- (6-15y) £7.50
Under 5’s – free
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Aromatherapy Workshop with Kit Clancy
2023-04-15 10:00 - 12:30
Aromatherapy Workshop
Learn how to make your own aromatherapy body oil with Clinical Aromatherapist Kit Clancy.
Aromatherapy uses essential oils to naturally promote wellbeing within the mind and body; aiding sleep, boosting your immune system and uplifting your mood are just some of the amazing benefits.
Kit welcomes you to join her for a calming and creative workshop at Boconnoc; teaching you the skills you need to create your own aromatherapy blends.
This interactive session will begin with an introduction to aromatherapy and essential oils, learning how they are made, their specific properties and the benefits of using each oil.
You’ll then be guided through making your own nourishing body oil, which can be used in your self-care rituals such as salt baths or simply as a revitalising skin tonic.
£50pp

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About Kit

“I’m a Clinical Aromatherapist specialising in women’s health, with a passion for creating aromatherapy experiences that relax and restore.
My passion for aromatherapy began whilst working as a distiller for a pioneering gin brand in London. I had found something where my skills and understanding of aromas married up with my desire to have a more service lead life that positively impacted others.
Aromatherapy really became important to me when I decided it was time to take action in restoring my health. Like many women, I suffered with chronic stress due to the busy life I was trying to lead by ‘doing it all’. I’m inspired by the simple and natural health benefits of essential oils and hope to inspire other people to incorporate them into their own self-care rituals and seasonal slow living.
Sustainability, quality, and fairness are at the heart of my ingredient sourcing process. Where possible I aim to use only organic ingredients with minimal, plastic free packaging which can easily be reused or recycled within your own home”

Connect with Kit
Instagram @kitclancy_aromatherapy
Facebook Kit Clancy Aromatherapy
Website www.kitclancy.com

Vintage Tractor Rally
2023-04-16 09:00 - 14:00
TRACTOR RALLY AT BOCONNOC
Meet at Boconnoc for 9am
Leave Boconnoc for rally at 10am
Expected back at Boconnoc for 1pm
Pasty lunch in the Stable Yard
Depart at 2pm

Please note that this event is for vintage tractors and vintage Land Rovers only, no modern vehicles.

To book your place & pre-order your pasty lunch, please call Marcus Vincent on 07866171753.

A History Tour of Boconnoc House with Catherine Lorigan
2023-04-19 14:00 - 17:00
Join Historian and Author Catherine Lorigan for a tour of Boconnoc House.
Catherine 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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Meet your guide…
Catherine Lorigan was born in London. During many visits to Cornwall to visit relatives, her interest in the history of the county was awakened and her research now concentrates on many things Cornish. She has degrees from the universities of Birmingham, Oxford and Exeter.
Catherine is the author of the book Boconnoc- The History of a Cornish Estate

Celebrating spring at Boconnoc
2023-04-21 10:00 - 12:00
Join Becca from The Garden gate Flower Company in the beautiful grounds of Boconnoc, where she will demonstrate how to create a stunning vase arrangement for your home.
Using locally grown flowers in spring colours this will form the main ingredients for your floral creation.
Guests will then wander through the stunning gardens of Boconnoc and forage for elements to compliment your design.
Becca will guide you on how to cut and condition your flowers to keep your arrangements
looking good for longer.
Finally, should you wish to gift your arrangement she will teach you how to wrap your bouquet, giving you the knowledge of future homegrown gifting.

Course includes:
Spring talk
Demonstration
Florals and use of snips to create your own arrangement
Gift wrapping vessel to take your flowers home in
Refreshments include tea and coffee and homemade biscuits

Tickets £95pp

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Stable Yard Sessions - ISYLA
2023-04-22 18:30 - 21:30 | 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
Book you tickets here

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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.
