Turning the Page
Discover rare and historic books from Lanhydrock’s collection, and uncover what they reveal about 17th-century gardening, the history of the house and the lives of the families who lived here.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
As part of our Year of Reading celebrations, join the House Team and Head Gardener for a closer look at some of the rare and historic books in Lanhydrock’s collection. Through these fascinating volumes, uncover stories of 17th-century gardening, the history of the house and the lives of the families who once called Lanhydrock home.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
Routes around the property have ramps/slopes, gravel surfaces, so an accessible shuttle is available. Manual wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and a Tramper can also be borrowed. We recommend booking these items in advance. Please see the Accessibility at Lanhydrock article on our website for more details.
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Gallery in the House
- Other
Normal admission applies, booking not needed.
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