Relaxed session with Father Christmas
Join Father Christmas for a relaxed storytelling session in the stable yard.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
On 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 December join Father Christmas for a relaxed storytelling session in the stable yard at 4.15pm.
This is an accessible session aimed at providing Trelissick’s ‘An Audience with Father Christmas’ with a more relaxed and calmer Father Christmas experience. With reduced noise levels and crowds, we hope to create a less stressful environment with Father Christmas.
The festive story of a Cornish Christmas at Trelissick will last approximately 20-30 minutes with time at the end to receive a small gift from Father Christmas.
A limited number of ear defenders and sensory toys will be available for use in the quiet sessions on the day and an access statement is available from our website.
If you have any additional questions regarding this event, please contact us at trelissick@nationaltrust.org.uk
All adults attending An Audience with Father Christmas are required to have an adult ticket.
Please note that normal admission charges to Trelissick apply, with free admission to National Trust members, and that assistance dogs only are able to attend. We are unable to process refunds.
If you'd like to bring an education group to meet Father Christmas, please contact the Trelissick property office for more information trelissick@nationaltrust.org.uk
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Story aimed at children aged 3 years and up
- Meeting point
After admission through visitor reception make your way to the stable yard with your tickets and a volunteer will greet you.
- What to bring and wear
Wear warm clothes as it can be chilly in the stables and feel free to bring blankets.
- Accessibility
An access statement is available from the Trelissick website, there are some steep slopes in the garden. Please be aware that assistance dogs only are permitted in the stables. Accessible toilet and blue badge parking available, there is a step-free and wheelchair accessible route to the stables. Music in the stable yard will be turned off from 4pm on days where these sessions are taking place.
- Other
Please note this a group family experience, not a 1:1 with Father Christmas. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Story is approx. 20-30 mins with time at the end to collect a small gift. Babies (under 18 months) not requiring a gift can enter with the family for free. However, if you would like a gift for your baby, please book a child ticket. Normal admission charges still apply, free admission to National Trust members
Upcoming events
Children's Christmas trail
Wrap up warm this Christmas and explore the Trelissick garden, taking part in festive activities and searching for the fish that Tom Bawcock and his faithful cat need to save the day and feed the villagers of Mousehole.
Christmas craft fair at Trelissick
Pick up that perfect Christmas gift from the Trelissick craft fair, with a variety of gifts handmade by National Trust staff and volunteers running from Thursday 5 to Sunday 8 December.
A Cornish Christmas at Trelissick
Have a Nadelik Lowen at Trelissick this December with Father Christmas, local choirs and decorations inspired by a Cornish Christmas.
Festive performances in the tipi
To bring some festive cheer to your visit this Christmas we have invited a number of local groups and choirs to perform in the stable yard.