Godolphin (National Trust)
Godolphin Cross
Helston
Cornwall
TR13 9RE
England
Website
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/godolphin
godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk
Telephone
General Enquiries
+44 (0) 1736 763 194
Fax
General Enquiries
+44 (0) 1736 763 194
A historic house and medieval garden all set within an ancient and atmospheric estate
Discover Godolphin, one of the most fashionable houses in Cornwall in the 17th century. Long since abandoned, you can soak up the atmosphere of peace and antiquity as you explore this romantic home.
Wander around the 16th century garden, one of the most important historic gardens in Europe. It has barely changed over the years.
Venue Type:
Historic house or home, Garden, parklands or rural site
High Tea Tours
After a guided tour of Godolphin House, retire to the 15th century dining room and enjoy a cream tea, sandwiches and cakes baked in Godolphin's own kitchen.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5-7pm
Admission
Adult: £20
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Godolphin House, 01736 763194, godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Godolphin Village Fête
Held in the historic grounds of Godolphin, the Godolphin village fête includes traditional stalls, entertainment and refreshments. The beautiful surroundings and variety of activities make this a great day for the whole family to visit.
Suitable for
When
10am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Godolphin House, 01736 763194, godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
High Tea Tours
After a guided tour of Godolphin House, retire to the 15th century dining room and enjoy a cream tea, sandwiches and cakes baked in Godolphin's own kitchen.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5-7pm
Admission
Adult: £20
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Godolphin House, 01736 763194, godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
High Tea Tours
After a guided tour of Godolphin House, retire to the 16th century dining room and enjoy a cream tea, sandwiches and cakes baked in Godolphin's own kitchen.
When
5-7pm
Admission
Adult: £20.00. Property admission charge does not apply. 01736 763194. Groups welcome.
I Dig Godolphin
Come to watch professional archaeologists at work, when they dig up Godolphin's past as part of the Festival of British Archaeology. Take a look at the days finds, and discover what they can tell us about the history of the Godolphin house and estate. Why not get involved, and come to one of the weekend family archaeology events?
Suitable for
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Godolphin House, 01736 763194, godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Wild Art Wednesday
Spend the afternoon exploring the grounds of Godolphin, collecting materials and creating some Wild Art! Explore the Godolphin estate, collecting materials in the woods and around the grounds. Use your imagination to create some Wild Art inspired by nature.
When
2-4pm
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Groups welcome.
Barefoot Festival
Treat your feet to a day of barefoot pleasure.Are pebbles your favourite, mud or smooth clean slate? Try Godolphin's multi-textured trail and enjoy the games, foot art, stalls and demos.
Suitable for
When
10am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Godolphin House, 01736 763194, godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
High Tea Tours
After a guided tour of Godolphin House, retire to the 15th century dining room and enjoy a cream tea, sandwiches and cakes baked in Godolphin's own kitchen.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
5-7pm
Admission
Adult: £20
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Godolphin House, 01736 763194, godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
High Tea Tours
After a guided tour of Godolphin House, retire to the 16th century dining room and enjoy a cream tea, sandwiches and cakes baked in Godolphin's own kitchen.
When
5-7pm
Admission
Adult: £20.00. Property admission charge does not apply. 01736 763194. Groups welcome.
Heritage Open Day
Make the most of free entry to the historic garden at Godolphin, when you visit on Heritage Open Day.To celebrate Heritage Open Day, Godolphin are offering free entry to the historic garden.
When
10am-5pm
Admission
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Godolphin House, 01736 763194, godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Godolphin Ghost Walk
Come and explore Godolphin by night. Take a guided walk through the house and hear about its spooky residents and eventful past.Take this rare opportunity to explore Godolphin on a dark and Wintery night, accompanied by an experienced guide who knows every hidden room of this historic house. Learn about Godolphin's spooky residents and eventful past, as you navigate the property with your group and ghostly guide.
When
7:30-9:30pm
Admission
Adult: £12
Child: £6
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Godolphin House, 01736 763194, godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
High Tea Tours
After a guided tour of Godolphin House, retire to the 16th century dining room and enjoy a cream tea, sandwiches and cakes baked in Godolphin's own kitchen.
When
5-7pm
Admission
Adult: £20.00. Property admission charge does not apply. 01736 763194. Groups welcome.
Halloween Happenings
Come to Godolphin in your scariest fancy dress, and join the spooky spiders and wicked witches in their activities throughout the garden.This Halloween it's all happening at Godolphin. The spooky spiders and wicked witches welcome you to the garden, for fun activities and ghostly games. Don't forget your scariest fancy dress!
When
10am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Godolphin House, 01736 763194, godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Welly Walk with a Ranger
Put on your favourite wellies and take a walk around the estate with Godolphin's very own countryside ranger.If splashing in puddles and having fun outdoors is your thing, then put your favourite wellies to good use and join the organised welly walk with Godolphin's very own countryside ranger.
When
12-2pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Godolphin House, 01736 763194, godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Wild Art Wednesday
Spend the afternoon exploring the grounds of Godolphin, collecting materials and creating some Wild Art!Explore the Godolphin estate, collecting materials in the woods and around the grounds. Use your imagination to create some Wild Art inspired by nature.
When
2-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Godolphin House, 01736 763194, godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Wild Art Wednesday
Spend the afternoon exploring the grounds of Godolphin, collecting materials and creating some Wild Art! Explore the Godolphin estate, collecting materials in the woods and around the grounds. Use your imagination to create some Wild Art inspired by nature.
When
2-4pm
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Groups welcome.
A Godolphin Christmas
Come and celebrate the start of Christmas at Godolphin with carol singers, a living nativity scene, mince pie making and the house traditionally decorated for the festive season.During the first two weeks of December Godolphin celebrates the festive season with its own Christmas traditions. Come along to watch a mince pie making demonstration, learn how to make hand crafted jewellery, or listen to the choir singing carols within the house. Why not make a traditional tree decoration to decorate Godolphin's own Christmas tree? Whether you're interested in craft, cookery or carols, everyone is welcome to join in and start their Christmas at Godolphin.
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Godolphin House, 01736 763194, godolphin@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
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