Discover more at Cotehele
Find out when Cotehele is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Festival of Blossom
Experience the beauty of blossom at Cotehele this spring as our orchards are brimming with blossom and buzzing with pollinators. This year we're celebrating with a special program of blossom themed events and activities across the entire Tamar Valley and Plymouth.
What is the Festival of Blossom?
'Blossom' simply means flowers on a tree - typically conspicious flowers in springtime that develop into nuts, seeds, or berries later in the autumn.
The Festival of Blossom
This year we're inviting everyone to notice blossom and celebrate it through connections to nature and each other.
Throughout April and May, a number of events are happening across Cotehele, the Tamar Valley and Plymouth to celebrate all things blossom.
We thank the players of People's Postcode Lottery for the funding to support the National Trust Festival of Blossom.
Blossom BioBlitz
Details to be confirmed soon. Normal admission charges apply.
Take a closer look at the mother orchard with staff and students from the University of Plymouth. See how much wildlife you can spot, uncover a hidden world of amazing orchard wildlife and help us build a picture of this amazing habitat.
Guided Blossom Walk & Talk in the Tamar Valley and Cotehele
Details to be confirmed soon.
Meet the Maker
Details to be confirmed soon.
Blossom exhibition
Details to be confirmed soon.
Music by the Blossom
Details to be confirmed soon.
Blossom Yoga at Cotehele
Details to be confirmed soon.
Creative Writing Workshop in the Tamar Valley
Details to be confirmed soon.
Festival of Blossom in the Tamar Valley and Plymouth
As well as events happening at Cotehele, we are working in partnership with Food Plymouth and the Devon and Cornwall Rail Partnership to spread our blossom activities around the Tamar Valley railway line and Plymouth. Find out how to join in the fun near you.
CreativiTEA on the Blossom Train
Details to be confirmed soon.
Blossom Walk and picnic around Keyham
Details to be confirmed soon.
Walks near a station along the Tamar Valley Line
Your nearest orchard or view of blossom is closer than you think. The Tamar Valley Line, from Plymouth to Gunnislake runs 7 days a week all year round. For details visit the Great Scenic Railways.
Circular walk from Bere Ferrers Station
Follow this self-guided walk around the skirts of the riverside village of Bere Ferrers, spotting blossoming hedges and trees as you go.
Approximately 3 miles.
Download the Bere Ferrers circular walk
Circular walk from Bere Alston Station
A varied circular walk which starts from the station and takes you along the riverbank and under Calstock Viaduct. Look out for blossoming trees as you walk past Kingston Orchard.
Approximately 5 miles.
Download the Bere Alston woodland & riverside walk
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Visiting Cotehele's garden
Take a stroll around the 5.5 hectares of Cotehele's garden where you’ll discover terraced herbaceous borders, a lily pond as well as a medieval stewpond and dovecote.
Eating and shopping at Cotehele
Tuck into a cream tea at one of Cotehele’s cafés, find an eco-friendly gift or plant at the shop, and discover local artists at The Bull Pen Gallery.
Visiting Cotehele with your dog
Dogs are welcome to join you at Cotehele. There are miles of paths and loads of space where they can stretch their legs and bowls of clean water once they’re thirsty. Cotehele is a two pawprint rated place.
Family-friendly things to do at Cotehele
Discover all the things to do on a family day out to Cotehele. Explore the garden and orchards and head out on an adventure around the estate. Find out what family-friendly events are coming up and how best to plan your day out at Cotehele with children in mind.
Exploring the Cotehele estate
There's lots to discover at the Cotehele estate. Miles of pathways lead you through ancient woodland, past a historic chapel, and to an important Victorian quay.
Caring for Cotehele's orchards
Cotehele relies on its dedicated gardeners and volunteers to care for the estate’s orchards, protecting them for the future and allowing resident wildlife to thrive.
