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Celebrate Christmas at Trelissick

Two visitors admire the decorations at Trelissick house
Visitors admire the Christmas decorations in Trelissick house | © National Trust Images / James Beck

Celebrate a Nadelik Lowen at Trelissick this December with Father Christmas, local choirs and unique decorations inspired by a Cornish Christmas.

Celebrate a Cornish Christmas at Trelissick

Enjoy a Nadelik Lowen at Trelissick this December with Father Christmas, local choirs, festive decorations and seasonal treats inspired by a Cornish Christmas.

We'll be celebrating daily from 5 December to 3 January (closing at 2pm on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day).

This year's decorations take inspiration from Christmas gifts, traditions of giving and Cornish festivity. Enjoy performances from local choirs and musicians in the stableyard, listen to stories from Father Christmas, and discover beautiful decorations throughout the house.

You'll also find plenty of festive gifts in the National Trust shop and Christmas craft fair (5 – 8 December), along with warming seasonal treats in Crofters Café and the house tearoom.

 

Families meeting Father Christmas at Trelissick, Cornwall
Families meeting Father Christmas at Trelissick, Cornwall | © National Trust Images/John Millar

Father Christmas at Trelissick

Father Christmas brings festive magic to the stable yard this December, where he’ll tell a special story of a Cornish Christmas at Trelissick. Once the storytelling has finished, he’ll hand out a small gift to each child.

There are three different types of Father Christmas visit at Trelissick this year, click below to find out more. 

A woman performs in the Falmouth Community Gospel Choir
The Falmouth Community Gospel Choir will perform at Trelissick this Christmas | © Falmouth Community Gospel Choir

Christmas craft fair at Trelissick

5 – 8 December, 10am-4pm

Find the perfect Christmas gift at the Trelissick craft fair, featuring a range of handmade items created by Trelissick staff and volunteers. Meet the makers, browse their unique creations and pick up something special for your loved ones this Christmas.

Festive music at Trelissick 

To add a sprinkle of festive cheer to your visit this Christmas we have invited a number of local groups and choirs to perform in the stableyard decked with lights and decorations. Performances take place at 1pm, admission to Trelissick applies. 

  • Saturday 5 December - Sunday Sirens Choir
  • Sunday 6 December - InTune Choir
  • Monday 7 December - Celtic Chords Harmony Choir
  • Wednesday 9 December - Consort Sorelle
  • Saturday 12 December - Acapella Sound Choir
  • Sunday 13 December - North Coast Choir
  • Monday 14 December - The Perraners
  • Tuesday 15 December - The Rolling Scowns 
  • Wednesday 16 December - Falmouth Community Gospel Choir 
  • Saturday 19 December - St Mary's Singers
  • Sunday 20 December - Maids of Melody
  • Wednesday 23 December - Falmouth Shout presents The Mousehole Cat

More dates to be confirmed, if you are in a group that would like to perform at Trelissick this Christmas please email trelissick@nationaltrust.org.uk to find out more.

The white pyramid entrance at the front of Trelissick, in the autumn, with the orangery at the right of the picture

Discover more at Trelissick

Find out when Trelissick is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.

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Things to see on the estate at Trelissick 

Visit the estate for walks with far reaching views. An abundance of wildlife fills the air with sounds at this green haven in Cornwall.

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Things to see and do in the garden at Trelissick 

Discover peaceful lawns and tranquil orchard spaces in the garden. Stop for far-reaching maritime views at this green lookout point high above the River Fal estuary.

The white pyramid entrance at the front of Trelissick, in the autumn, with the orangery at the right of the picture

Visiting Trelissick house 

Enjoy a tea or coffee in the south-facing rooms while taking in the view from the eighteenth century house at Trelissick.

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Eating and shopping at Trelissick 

Find out where to buy food and drink, and browse for gifts and souvenirs, during your visit to Trelissick.

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Visiting Trelissick with your dog 

Discover the dog-friendly estate at Trelissick, with parkland, woodland, winding garden paths, shoreline and beach to explore. Trelissick is a two pawprint rated place. 

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Visit Father Christmas 

Plan a festive family day out and meet Father Christmas in his grotto. You can also settle down for a storytelling session or meet real reindeer at some of the places in our care this Christmas.

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