KCP Jazz at Boconnoc Church
2025-08-27 19:30 - 21:30 (Europe/London)
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
Book Tickets

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

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.

BUY TICKETS HERE

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
LilyBoo gift bag
There is also the option to come along as a day guest
Saturday day guests from 9:30am – 5:30pm (lunch and treats included)
For more information and booking visit LilyBoo

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
Book Tickets

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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Exhibition of works of art and other objects
2026-01-26 14:00 - 2026-01-31 17:00 | Boconnoc House
On display in the Smoking Room and the Gallery at Boconnoc House will be a collection of portraits, including those of the Mohun Family and the only surviving collection of portraits of the Whig politicians.
All Exhibitions Dates: 26th Jan to 7th February and 14th February to 28th February 2026
Time: 2pm to 5pm
Tickets: £10, payable on entry.
If you are visiting on a weekday, please go to the Estate Office, and a member of staff will accompany you to Boconnoc House. If you are visiting at the weekend, please go directly to Boconnoc House.
For further information, please contact the Estate Office on 01208 872507 or office@boconnoc.com

Exhibition of works of art and other objects
2026-02-01 14:00 - 2026-02-07 17:00, 2026-02-14 14:00 - 2026-02-28 17:00
On display in the Smoking Room and the Gallery at Boconnoc House will be a collection of portraits, including those of the Mohun Family and the only surviving collection of portraits of the Whig politicians.
All Exhibitions Dates: 26th Jan to 7th February and 14th February to 28th February 2026
Time: 2pm to 5pm, last entry 4pm.
Tickets: £10, payable on entry.
If you are visiting on a weekday, please go to the Estate Office, and a member of staff will accompany you to Boconnoc House. If you are visiting at the weekend, please go directly to Boconnoc House.
For further information, please contact the Estate Office on 01208 872507 or office@boconnoc.com

HISTORY TOUR OF BOCONNOC HOUSE WITH CREAM TEA
2026-02-21 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-09 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.

Time 2pm to 5pm
Price £27
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LilyBoo Autumn Textiles Craft Retreat
2026-02-24 00:00
Join craft specialists LilyBoo at Boconnoc for a two-night textiles retreat.
There will be lots of crafting and social time, as well as fantastic food from Bellamama’s Deli in Lostwithiel.
Staying guests will arrive at 4pm on day one, spend the whole day on day two, and depart at about 3pm on day three.
Day guests can join each day from 9.30am to 4.30pm, enjoying craft workshops and lunch, as well as plenty of cake and treats.

LilyBoo handles all the planning, preparation, and equipment supply so you can arrive and enjoy the whole experience. You will have a great selection of knowledgeable tutors to work with, and Hayley (the Boo in LilyBoo) will be there throughout to ensure you have everything you need.

Location: Boconnoc Estate, Lostwithel, PL22 0RG
Activities include: experiments with fabric, textile brooches, nature printing and more
Informal evening activities
Includes all meals plus a lovely evening meal
Cakes, fruit and soft drinks available
LilyBoo gift bag
Dates: 6th November 4:00pm – 8th November 2026 3:00pm

For more information and booking visit LilyBoocornwall.co.uk

LilyBoo Spring Knitting & Crochet Retreat
2026-03-20 16:00
Join craft specialists LilyBoo at Boconnoc for a two-night knitting and crochet retreat.
There will be lots of crafting and social time, as well as fantastic food from Bellamama’s Deli in Lostwithiel.
Staying guests will arrive at 4pm on day one, spend the whole day on day two, and depart at about 3pm on day three.
Day guests can join each day from 9.30am to 4.30pm, enjoying craft workshops and lunch, as well as plenty of cake and treats.

LilyBoo handles all the planning, preparation, and equipment supply so you can arrive and enjoy the whole experience. You will have a great selection of knowledgeable tutors to work with, and Hayley (the Boo in LilyBoo) will be there throughout to ensure you have everything you need.

You can choose to focus on knitting or crochet. There will be an opportunity to have a go at the other technique in the evenings.
Includes all meals, plus staying guests will have a formal evening meal.
Cakes, fruit and soft drinks will be available.
There will be a LilyBoo gift ba
Dates: 20th March 2026 – 22nd March 2026 3:00pm

For more information and booking visit LilyBoocornwall.co.uk

Boconnoc Community Hub
2026-03-06 10:00 - 2026-03-13 13:00
Join us in Boconnoc House for the last two Community Hubs of 2026.
There will be complimentary refreshments, cakes and good company as we open our doors to local communities while we wait for spring to arrive. Catch up with old friends or make new ones – everyone is welcome, mark your calendars and make Fridays a time to look forward to.
There’s no need to book, just come along.
Time: Friday Mornings 10am to 1pm
Date: 6th and 13th March 2026.
Location: Boconnoc House
Phone: 01208 872507

Spring Walks
2026-03-15 10:00 - 16:00
Celebrate the arrival of spring, and Mother’s Day, exploring Boconnoc’s gardens and parkland as the landscape returns to life with fresh greenery and blossom.
Whether you’re looking for a relaxed outing after the winter, a thoughtful way to spend time with your Mum, or new territory for your four-legged friends, the estate provides a beautiful setting for a shared day outdoors.
Walks will be clearly marked, and maps will be available; routes range from gentle strolls around the gardens to longer walks through the parkland, with the longest at 3.8 miles.
Boconnoc House will be open and serving light refreshments, including home-baked sweet and savoury options and Cornish cream teas – add a glass of sparkling wine as a Mother’s Day treat.
Gardens, Lakes & Parkland Trails
Enjoy sweeping views, explore Boconnoc Lake, the Pinetum and Shrubbery, or wander winding paths through gardens planted in the picturesque style. Spring brings a spectacular display of azaleas, camellias, magnolias, and emerging seasonal blooms.
Magnolias in the Dorothy Garden
The Dorothy Garden is the oldest part of Boconnoc’s gardens and is home to the majority of over 20 varieties of magnolia found across the grounds.
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 wander the trails. Look for ancient Cornish Crosses and Boconnoc’s Obelisk.
Family-Friendly and Accessible Walks
With wide open spaces for children to roam, secret corners to discover, and shorter, easy routes for little legs or buggies, there is something for everyone. If you have accessibility needs please email office@boconnoc.com so that the team can assist you.
Dog Friendly
Dogs on leads are warmly welcomed and may join their owners for refreshments on the terrace.
Date: Sunday, 15 March – Mother’s Day
Time: 10am to 4pm, last entry 3pm
Tickets: Adults: £7.50 Children under 12: Free
Parking and maps: Complimentary
Available for pre-order: Cream Tea for two: £15, Cream Tea for two with a glass of sparkling wine: £28 (use booking link below). If you have dietary requirements, please email events@boconnoc.com.
Tickets can be bought on entry or in advance here.

HISTORY TOUR OF BOCONNOC HOUSE AND CREAM TEA
2026-03-18 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-15 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-13 14:00 - 17:00

Cornwall Chamber of Commerce Big Breakfast
2026-04-28 08:00 - 10:00
Join the Cornwall Chamber of Commerce for a networking breakfast at Boconnoc.
09:15 am – Chamber announcements
09:25 am – St Austell Printing Company
09:35 am- Cornwall Council – Good Business Pathfinder
09:40am- Westcountry Women’s Awards
09:45am – Closing remarks
10:00am- Event close
Tickets £45, 15% discount for members
Book your tickets on the Cornwall Chamber of Commerce website

Open Gardens for the National Gardens Scheme
2026-05-04 14:00 - 17:00
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.
Monday 4th May 2026

For further details visit www.ngs.org.uk

Beekeeping Demonstration
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:30
Join us at Boconnoc to learn all about Boconnoc’s bees from Peter Hunt, the renowned beekeeper of Dartmoor Wild Honey.
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 a visit 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.

Date | Saturday 9th May 2026
Time | 10 am arrive, last 2 hours.
Price | Adults £15
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Read our Blog about Beekeeper Peter Hunt
No dogs please.

Children's Hospice South West Open Gardens
2026-05-10 14:00 - 17:00 | Boconnoc House
Come and explore Boconnoc’s gardens and grounds as spring arrives and raise money for Children’s Hospice South West.
Refreshments will be available.
Dogs on leads very welcome.
Sunday 10th May 2026.
For more details visit the Children Hospice South West website.

Spring Walks at Boconnoc
2026-05-17 10:00 - 16:00
Take a late spring walk through Boconnoc’s gardens while they are in full bloom. Bright pinks, vivid purples, and deep reds highlight the textural greens of picturesque design that runs throughout Boconnoc’s gardens and grounds.
Soak in the colour along the Stewardry Walk, it will be lined with rhododendrons of all colours and varieties. On your way, you will pass by the Fernery with a small waterfall and Lady Hamilton’s marble bath.
Walks will be clearly marked, and maps will be available; routes range from gentle strolls around the gardens to longer walks through the parkland, with the longest at 3.8 miles.
Boconnoc House will be open and serving light refreshments, including home-baked sweet and savoury options and Cornish cream teas.
Gardens, Lakes & Parkland Trails
Enjoy sweeping views, explore Boconnoc Lake, the Pinetum and Shrubbery, or wander winding paths through gardens planted in the picturesque style. Spring brings a spectacular display of azaleas, camellias, magnolias, and rhododendrons, as well as many other seasonal blooms.
Stewardry Walk
Created in the Victorian era, and originally known as the melancholy walk, this tranquil path is lined with azaleas, camellias, magnolias and rhododendrons and links Boconnoc House with the Stewardry.
The Fernery
Spend a moment at the lush green Fernery, listen to the waterfall, take in views over the valley, and admire Lady Hamilton’s marble bath that was imported from an Italian palazzo.
Magnolias in the Dorothy Garden
The Dorothy Garden is the oldest part of Boconnoc’s gardens and is home to the majority of over 25 varieties of magnolia found across the grounds. They arrive in March and flower until June.
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 wander the trails. Look for ancient Cornish Crosses and Boconnoc’s Obelisk.
Family-Friendly and Accessible Walks
With wide open spaces for children to roam, secret corners to discover, and shorter, easy routes for little legs or buggies, there is something for everyone. If you have accessibility needs please email office@boconnoc.com so that the team can assist you.
Dog Friendly
Dogs on leads are warmly welcomed and may join their owners for refreshments outside on the terrace of Boconnoc House.
Boconnoc House Refreshments
Fine homemade savoury and sweet refreshments will be served by our award-winning team in the Garden Room and on the Terrace of Boconnoc House.
Date: Sunday 17th May
Time: 10am to 4pm, last entry 3pm
Tickets: Adults: £7.50 Children under 12: Free
Parking and maps: Complimentary
Available for pre-order: Cream Tea for two: £15, Cream Tea for two with a glass of sparkling wine: £28 (use booking link below). If you have dietary requirements, please email events@boconnoc.com.
Tickets can be bought on entry or in advance HERE

Marie Curie Open Gardens at Boconnoc
2026-05-25 14:00 - 17:00
Enjoy Boconnoc in full bloom and help raise money for a good cause at the Marie Curie Open Gardens.
Choirs, stalls, refreshments, and dogs on leads are welcome.
Date: Bank Holiday Monday 25th May
Time: 2pm to 5pm
Tickets: Adults £7, Children free
For more information, please visit www.mariecurrie.org.uk

LilyBoo On Location Watercolour Day with Jennie Boniface
2026-06-11 10:00 - 16:00
Join us for our one-day ‘On Location Painting’ workshop based in The Stable Yard, Craft Studio and Courtyard, with access to several mature gardens, including a water fountain, pond, and extensive views of the House and Estate… picture-perfect scenes waiting to inspire.

The day will be hosted by one of the LilyBoo team, with the very talented Jennie Boniface leading the art workshop. The day includes refreshments and lunch.
Ideally, we’ll spend the day outdoors working on location ‘en-plain air’ gathering information from architecture, trickling fountains, colourful shrubs and fragrant flowers. By observing light direction, colour, and shape, we’ll create a series of quick, fluid watercolour sketches, embracing mistakes to capture our ‘en plein air’ painting experience. Our finished collection of drawings and paintings represents our visual journey as we capture the landscape’s atmosphere as it changes throughout the day.
In the event of adverse weather, we will use the Craft Studio’s excellent facilities. Creating our sketches and paintings from a selection of photographs and paintings of the venue.
There will be practical advice throughout the day, with both group and personal tuition.
Painting demonstrations including, Sketching, Watercolour techniques, colour mixing and choosing a composition.
Who is the workshop suitable for?
Our On Location Painting Workshop is suitable for anyone who would like to expand their painting experience. If you aspire to paint ‘en plein air’ within an inspiring but private setting, learning in a small, friendly group with an experienced and supportive tutor, come along and join us for our watercolour painting day.
What do you need to bring along?
Sketching pencils
Rubber & pencil sharpener
Sketching with waterproof pens
Sketchbook or paper for sketching
Watercolour paper (various sizes)
Bulldog clips or masking tape
A selection of brushes
Paints – Water-soluble. (preferably a half-pan Winsor & Newton watercolour set)
Permanent white gouache
Some additional art equipment you might like to bring, such as:
Water-soluble pencils
White oil pastel/candle for resist
Soft pastels
Craft knife for the scratching technique
We also recommend you bring sun cream, a hat and probably a waterproof just in case!
LilyBoo will supply blankets to sit on, if you would like to sit, please bring a camping chair. We will also supply boards to lean on, water pots and pallets. Should you wish to bring a portable easel, please feel free.
Who is the workshop is led by?
Jennie holds a B.A (Hons) in Fine Art and P.G.C.E. She has worked as a professional artist for many years, exhibiting in galleries in Cornwall and London. She is an informative and inspiring adult art tutor, and teaches weekly watercolour classes at LilyBoo, Lostwithiel.
She is most inspired by painting on location, enjoying the creativity and spontaneity of working ‘en plein air’. She is passionate about capturing light, colour and time, and primarily works in watercolour, acrylic and mixed media painting and is an avid sketchbook user.
Date: 11th June
Time: 10am to 4pm
Price: £115
For more information and booking, please visit www.LilyBoocornwall.co.uk

An Evening of Opera at Boconnoc House
2026-06-30 19:30 - 21:30
Spend an evening in Boconnoc House listening to world-class opera as Wild Arts Opera returns with a brand new programme.
Performed by four fabulous singers and a world-class string quintet, follow our characters as they travel through 75 minutes of spellbinding arias and scenes by Handel, Mozart, Rossini, and Britten, to the songs of Richard Rodgers and Stephen Sondheim. Semi-staged by director Guido Martin-Brandis and woven into a new narrative full of dramatic intrigue, jealousy, comedy, idealism, and true love.
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
‘Spectacular doesn’t even begin to do it justice! Wow’
★★★★★
Audience member review
‘Royal Opera House standard, choices excellent, the quality terrific and the staging exactly right.’
Libby Purvis, The Times.
Bring your friends, a picnic, and refreshments, and enjoy the beautiful grounds before the performance in Boconnoc House.
Programme
Part One
Prologue from Pagliacci – Leoncavallo
Opening Scene from La Cenerentola – Rossini
Che farò senza Euridice from Orfeo ed Euridice – Gluck
Ombra mai fu from Serse – Handel
Anything You Can Do from Annie Get Your Gun – Irving Berlin
I Feel Pretty from West Side Story – Bernstein
Io son l’umile ancella from Adriana Lecouvreur – Cilea
Duet from Werther – Massenet
– Interval –
Part Two
Overture from William Tell – Rossini
On the Street Where You Live from My Fair Lady – Frederick Loewe
Duet from Maria Stuarda – Donizetti
If I Loved You from Carousel – Rodgers & Hammerstein
Someday I’ll Find You from Private Lives – Noël Coward
Nessun Dorma from Turandot – Puccini
Mon cœur s’ouvre à ta voix from Samson et Dalila – Saint-Saëns
Nedda! Silvio! from Pagliacci – Leoncavallo
The Flower Duet from Lakmé – Delibes
Make Our Garden Grow from Candide – Bernstein
BOOK TICKETS
Date: Tuesday, 30th June 2026.
Picnics on the lawn and Boconnoc bar open: From 6pm.
Performance starts in Boconnoc House: 7.30pm, approximate running time 1hr 45mins inc interval.
Tickets: Front Row £55, Standard Seating £45, Under 25’s £20.
Group Tickets: Buy six tickets and a complimentary bottle of Cornish fizz will be waiting for you.
Accessibility: Please get in touch with us at events@boconnoc.com to let the team know your access requirements for the performance.
