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Building Trelissick: from farmhouse to riverside estate

In a new exhibition in the West Library we explore the story of Trelissick house through the evolution of the building’s architecture.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Following the popularity of the Honor Budden exhibition Building Trelissick will now start on the later date of 30 April.

Trelissick has evolved from a modest farmhouse into a distinguished riverside estate, shaped by the families who lived and worked here.

In a new exhibition in the West Library we explore the story of Trelissick house through the evolution of the building’s architecture.

This is a free exhibition, admission to Trelissick applies.

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