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A Very Royal Summer of Play at Cotehele

Enjoy a very royal summer of play at Cotehele. Discover courtly games and outdoor fun for playful family days out.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Step into a Very Royal Summer of Play at Cotehele, inspired by Queen Charlotte’s visit in the summer of 1789.

Join in with royal-inspired games, imaginative play and challenges around for the garden fit for kings and queens.

Complete your visit with a stop at the Barn Café, a stroll to the river and quay, and a wander through the woodlands to explore Cotehele Mill.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Meeting point

Head to Visitor Welcome to start your visit and to collect your Summer of Play map.

Accessibility

Most of the activities take place along a step-free route; there is one small step to access the Bowling Green, where one activity is located. Visit the 'Accessibility' section on our homepage for more details to help plan your visit

Other

The last entry to the house is at 4pm and the last entry to the mill is at 4.30pm. The whole property closes at 5pm.

Upcoming events

Sammy Davies: Spring, in Reverie 

In collaboration with the Bull Pen Gallery, experience Sammy Davies' unique illustrative art this spring at Cotehele.

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on
2 May to 10 May 2026
at 12:00 to 16:00+ 8 other dates or times

Blossom Yoga for adults 

As part of our Festival of Blossom, we're hosting free yoga classes in the Old Orchard. These sessions are for adults of all abilities.

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on
7 May to 10 May 2026
at 10:00 to 11:00+ 1 other date or time

Blossom Yoga for families 

As part of our Festival of Blossom, we're hosting free yoga classes in the Old Orchard. These sessions are for all ages and abilities.

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on
7 May to 10 May 2026
at 11:30 to 12:30+ 1 other date or time

Spring Inspired Block Printing workshop 

Join local artist and tutor Grace Coombes for a creative block printing session with a focus on spring florals.

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on
13 May 2026
at 10:30 to 13:30