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Gwav yn Cornwall - Winter in Cornwall

A seasonal evening of words and music in the spirit of winter.

  • Booking advisable
  • Free event

Delia and Dave Brutherton and guest readers take you through winter in Cornwall with an evening of music, words and song, in both Cornish and English. From new settings of the Wassail to Jack Frost and traditional Cornish poetry. Count House Cafe (not National Trust) will be open and serving a variety of drinks and snacks.

Times

The basics

Meeting point

Botallack Count House

What to bring and wear

Please bring a torch for the dimly lit areas between the carpark and Count House.

Accessibility

There is ramped access to Botallack Count House, and accessible facilities on site. If you have any particular access needs please call 01736 786934.

Other

Doors open at 6pm and the performance starts at 6.30pm, finishing at 9.15 pm. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of the performance. Please book a ticket to guarantee a seat. There is plenty of parking available, charges apply (National Trust members are free).

Contact info

Botallack Count House Workshop

Upcoming events

Event

Scoot Dancing at Botallack 

Learn about Scoot dancing, a traditional Cornish dance that came from mining surface workers in the 1800s.

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on
4 Dec 2023
at
17:00 to 22:00
Event

John The Fish Tribute Evening at Botallack Count House 

An evening of music and memories in tribute to one of Cornwall's folk legends.

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on
8 Dec 2023
at
19:00 to 22:00
Event

Penzance Guizers Workshop and Demonstration 

Learn about traditional Cornish dance and learn some steps yourself in this demonstration and workshop accompanied by live music.

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on
9 Dec 2023
at
19:00 to 22:00
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Hark! The Glad Sound 

Come and learn about the revival of the Cornish carolling tradition, part of the rich history of communal singing in Cornwall.

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on
16 Dec 2023
at
19:30 to 20:30