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PondLife! at Cotehele Quay

Discover weird and wonderful creatures in the pond at Cotehele quay with monthly drop-in, pond dipping sessions.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Join us as we hunt for the creatures which live in (and on!) the pond. Watch the water closely, or have a go at pond dipping, and identify any insects, fish, or amphibians you may find.

First come first served as limited space on the pond platform.

Subject to cancellation in event of poor weather. Please check our social media feeds and website nearer each event.

Times

The basics

Suitability

Children welcome, but adult supervision required

Meeting point

The pond is located in the picnic area behind the car park at Cotehele Quay.

Accessibility

The platform is step-free

Upcoming events

Event

Blossom Bioblitz 

As part of the Festival of Blossom, join a blossom biolitz in the Mother Orchard, with University of Plymouth

Event summary

on
28 Apr 2024
at
10:00 to 16:00
Event

Blossom Yoga (adult only) 

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

Event summary

on
28 Apr to 29 Apr 2024
at
10:30 to 11:30
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Nature Walks 

Join our Nature Walks volunteer Andy on free monthly walks to learn about the ecology of the beautiful and varied Cotehele estate.

Event summary

on
28 Apr to 24 Nov 2024
at
11:00 to 13:00
+ 7 other dates or times
Event

Alice Robinson-Carter: Abundance 

Paintings inspired by Cotehele House and gardens.

Event summary

on
28 Apr to 29 Apr 2024
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time