Festival of Archaeology
Join us as we celebrate the UK's annual Festival of Archaeology from 18 July to 2 August 2026.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Explore a range of archaeology themed activities, including finding your own treasures in our sand tray test pit!
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Accessibility
There is a Tramper (powered mobility vehicle) and all terrain wheelchair available to hire (advise to pre-book Tramper and wheelchair hire by emailing godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk). The property also has an easy-read guide, large-print guide and a visual story.
- What to bring and wear
We recommend wearing stout footwear at Godolphin due to uneven and cobbled surfaces.
Upcoming events
Godolphin Mining Heritage Walk
Enjoy a short walk through a mining landscape, with one of our volunteer guides, who will highlight the features of mining that remain and tell you more about the historic relationship between Godolphin and mining.
Bat Walk at Godolphin
Take a walk with our Godolphin Ranger to meet the bats that call this special place home.
Miracle Theatre presents: Peer Gynt
Peer chases after riches and pleasure and lives a life of moral failure and endless excuses. Surely, he will come to no good?
Visit the house at Godolphin
Venture into Godolphin House and discover the rich history within the walls of this once great mining powerhouse. Find out more about those who lived here and lives they led, in what was once Cornwall's largest and finest house.