If you're heading down to visit us for a pre-Christmas break, this is the moment to forget the un-bought presents, the un-ordered turkey and the knots in the fairy lights. Instead, let Cornwall rekindle your love of the festive season, at least temporarily!
For real beauty and nostalgia, come along to the Dickensian Evening in lovely Lostwithiel, see the Cotehele Garland or listen to carols in the magnificent Truro Cathedral. Or if you're bringing little ones, meet various reindeer or Santa in all his guises in places that are far more pleasing for grown-ups than the usual grottos!
Below are our picks of the local events in November and December.
23rd- 24th November – Cornwall Christmas Fair at The Eden Project, PL24 2SG (45 mins)
Conrnwall’s biggest, most vibrant Christmas fair returns to Eden on 23 and 24 November 2022, raising funds for Cornwall Community Foundation.
https://www.edenproject.com/mission/projects/local-community-initiatives/cornwall-christmas-fair
19th November - 6th January - The Garland at Cotehele, PL12 6TA (30 mins)
Our family visit this every year and never fail to be impressed by the fantastic garland. Lovely walks and a visit to the house, shop and cafe make it a great day out.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/cotehele/christmas-at-cotehele#cb-62293582-1
8th December- Dickensian Evening at Central Lostwithiel, PL22 (30 mins)
Stalls and local shops will be open late for you to get your Christmas presents sorted, streets will be lit and decorated, with a range of seasonal entertainment around Town, plus lots of food and drink to enjoy.
https://www.lostwithiel.org.uk/events/event/08-Dec-2022/dickensian-evening-is-back
2nd-30th December- Christmas at Eden at The Eden Project, PL24 2SG (45 mins)
The Mediterranean Biome will be filled with an incredible immersive orchestra experience, there will be 11 live musicians across multiple stages throughout the Biome. There will be a new light display in the Rainforest Biome featuring sparkling fairy lights, twinkling orbs and fibreoptic illusions. The outdoor gardens will dressed for the festive season as well as the tunnel of lights feature leading into the link building.
https://www.edenproject.com/visit/whats-on/christmas-at-the-eden-project
2nd-30th December- Father Christmas at the Woodland Grotto at Lanhydrock, PL30 4AB (25 mins)
Lanhydrock is always extra beautiful at Christmas time! This year, your family will have an exclusive audience with Father Christmas in his woodland cottage and time for a brief chat.
2nd-24th December- Father Christmas at Eden at The Eden Project, PL24 2SG (45 mins)
Meet Father Christmas and his newest helper Elfie this Christmas. Very limited tickets available. Each child will be given the chance to meet Father Christmas and leave with a storybook of Elfie’s adventures, plus a chocolate treat, as part of their Father Christmas experience.
28th November- 23rd December – Reindeer trail and community Christmas trees at Wheal Martyn, PL26 8XG (40 mins)
Explore Wheal Martyn’s historic grounds and woodland trails to discover their sensory Reindeer Trail, and inside, discover and vote for the best dressed Community Christmas Tree.
https://www.wheal-martyn.com/event/reindeer-trail-christmas-trees-2022
14th December – Christmas Shanty sing-along at Wheal Martyn, PL26 8XG (40 mins)
Join Kesvarner, a local shanty group, for a Christmas and shanty sing-along at Wheal Martyn
https://www.wheal-martyn.com/event/christmas-shanty-sing-along-and-shopping
18th – 24th December – Reindeer Trail at Duchy of Cornwall Nursery, PL22 0HW (25 mins)
Bring the family and enjoy their reindeer trail around the nursery, upon completion all children will be rewarded with a festive gift.
https://www.duchyofcornwallnursery.co.uk/events/reindeer-trail
Every Friday evening in December –Late Night Shopping and Yuletide Faye at Duchy of Cornwall Nursery, PL22 0HW (25 mins)
They will be serving up dishes from their Duchy grill to include Duchy Yuletide Burger with smoke roasted potato & red onion salad or Christmas Charred Ham with maple roasted pineapple, ash baked potato and horseradish celeriac remoulade.
https://www.duchyofcornwallnursery.co.uk/events/christmas-late-night-shopping-4
3rd December- 8th January – Tunnel of Lights at Shipwreck Treasure Museum, PL25 3NJ (45 mins)
Journey through every Christmas setting, from the snowy winter wonderland of Narnia’s frozen forests, to a room filled with giant baubles. There will also be a pitstop at their mini German Christmas markets and fun Christmas crafts for all the family to take part in. Finally you can follow Santa’s footsteps through their North pole Walk amongst hundreds of twinkling lights. New for 2022 is a giant snow globe.
https://www.shipwreckcharlestown.co.uk/tunnel-of-lights-tickets-christmasexperience/
17th December – Follow the Star Christmas Choir Concert at Truro Cathedral, TR1 2AF (55 mins)
Follow the star to Truro Cathedral this Christmas and enjoy their sparkling programme of festive events.
25th November – 16th December – A Day Before Christmas at Bedruthan Hotel , TR8 4BU (55 mins)
Journey through every Christmas setting, from the snowy winter wonderland of Narnia’s frozen forests, to a room filled with giant baubles. There will also be a pitstop at their mini German Christmas markets and fun Christmas crafts for all the family to take part in. Finally you can follow Santa’s footsteps through their North pole Walk amongst hundreds of twinkling lights. New for 2022 is a giant snow globe.
https://www.bedruthan.com/events/a-day-before-christmas
If you fancy a short break (or longer!) to experience some Cornish festive activities, have a look at our availability. If we don't have a cottage the right size for you available, please get in touch as we can sometimes offer a free upgrade in certain circumstances!
https://www.treworgeycottages.com/prices-vacancies/