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Bringing Kalan Gwav to life: a lunchtime talk with Dark Cornwall

Discover how Dark Cornwall has brought Cornwall’s folklore to life at Trelissick through creatures, installations and storytelling. Robin Vickery will share the creative process behind this year’s Kalan Gwav experience and explore the traditions,...

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Discover how Dark Cornwall has brought Cornwall’s folklore to life at Trelissick through creatures, installations and storytelling. Robin Vickery will share the creative process behind this year’s Kalan Gwav experience and explore the traditions, research and stories that continue to inspire Dark Cornwall’s work.

Tickets cost £25 per person and include a two-course lunch of a Pieminister pie served with mash and steamed greens, followed by a choice of apple crumble or brownie, plus tea and coffee. Advanced booking is essential.

Please note, food and drinks prepared in our kitchens are made using a wide range of ingredients. Whilst we do our very best, we can't guarantee that any of our products are totally allergen free.

If you require more information about ingredients or allergens for an event, please contact the property directly.

Please arrive from 12.30pm, lunch will be served at 1pm and followed by the talk. We anticipate this event ending by 3pm.

Assistance dogs only.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £25.00

The basics

Booking number

Call 0344 249 1895

Accessibility

There is wheelchair access to the barn.

Meeting point

Meet in the barn restaurant

Suitability for children

Suitable for ages 16+

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