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May half term trail at Trelissick

Visit 23 - 31 May and explore the garden, finding a series of activities that tell the story of Trelissick house.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

This year we’re celebrating the story of Trelissick house from farmhouse to countryside estate in the new exhibition ‘Building Trelissick’.

During May half term try your hand at a series of activities that bring this story to life. You’ll design your own coat of arms, find your ideal career on the Trelissick estate and play games in the winding paths of the garden.

Between 27 and 31 May the Victorian Falconers will be found in the Walled Garden to demonstrate how the Victorians revived the ancient art of hawking for modern times. There’ll be flying demonstrations daily at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. When they’re not flying, you’ll be able to see the birds quietly at rest in the traditional Hawk Mews, open 10am-4.30pm.

Pick up a free trail sheet from the welcome team to help you explore.

Admission to Trelissick applies, dogs on short leads are welcome on the trail route.

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Upcoming events

Truro Art Society exhibition at Trelissick 

Trelissick will be hosting an exhibition from Truro Art Society between 2 – 17 May in the stables. The exhibition, featuring work from a number of local amateur and professional artists, will include a range of media in the display.

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16 May to 17 May 2026
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 1 other date or time

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.

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16 May to 18 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 16:30+ 155 other dates or times

Outdoor yoga at Trelissick with Apricity Yoga 

Get closer to nature with an outdoor yoga experience in the Trelissick garden lead by Apricity Yoga.

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17 May 2026
at 09:30 to 10:30

Cornwall Arthritis Trust: accessible guided walks 

Cornwall Arthritis Trust have partnered with National Trust Trelissick to offer free, accessible guided walks for those less agile (specifically if you have Arthritis or a Musculoskeletal Condition). A 0.5km & 1km route around the garden will be...

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20 May to 16 Sep 2026
at 13:00 to 15:00+ 2 other dates or times