Coleton Fishacre

Inside Coleton Fishacre house the Jazz Age is still swinging and there is so much to see and do. You can soak up the Art Deco style, listen to music playing, try on clothes from the 1920s and 30s, and much more.

In the early summer months the leaves are forming on the trees and shrubs such as azaleas and rhododendron are bursting into bloom; it's a brilliant time to explore the garden.

As spring fades into summer there are lots of activities and events to keep your kids entertained at Coleton Fishacre. From building dens to making homes for wild animals, find out all of the things you can do as a family.

You don't need to leave your dogs at home when you're planning to come to Coleton Fishacre. Dogs are very welcome in the garden on short leads, while you go into the house dogs can rest in the shady area, and there are lots of local walks to choose from.

The Trust10 trail run takes place at Coleton Fishacre on the fourth Sunday of every month. This free, monthly trail run takes in the garden at Coleton Fishacre and the surrounding coast line in two 5km loops.

During May and June some of the stories of the family's travels around the world with the D'Oyly Carte Opera Company are being celebrated in the house. In the garden we're highlighting the journeys that exotic plants made around the world to come to Coleton Fishacre.

Tuck into tasty food in the café at Coleton Fishacre. With freshly prepared food delivered to your table, and delicious cakes to tempt you, it's clear to see why Café Coleton is award winning.

The goodies for sale in the shop are inspired by the Art Deco style of the house, and the glorious gardens. The perfect place to pick up a gift (or a little something for yourself).

During Volunteers' Week Coleton Fishacre are hosting a volunteering recruitment drop-in session on the Loggia, on Saturday 3 June, 11am-3pm. Volunteer Officer Laura will be there to chat about ways you could get involved at Greenway, Coleton Fishacre, Compton Castle and Bradley Manor; from butterfly counting, garden blitzing, buggy driving to Christmas.

We have a new shuttle service starting soon, and need volunteers to drive the vehicle between the overflow car park and visitor reception. As a Transportation Volunteer, you'd be the first friendly face visitors would see when they arrive, and would be providing an invaluable service.

Judith Mills began volunteering through her interest in Gilbert and Sullivan. She tells us all about her experiences as a room guide, sharing her passion for the operettas and the family behind the Gilbert and Sullivan Company.

Vintage DJ James shares some stories about his experience volunteering at Coleton Fishacre as the only Vintage DJ volunteer in the National Trust.