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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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The basics

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Location within the House to be confirmed

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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