Boconnoc Open Garden May 2026
Open gardens
Boconnoc Open Garden May 2026
Discover Boconnoc’s azaleas, rhododendrons, hydrangeas, and blossoming wildflowers
The historic Boconnoc Estate will be opening its beautiful private gardens to the public on Sunday 10th May, from 2pm–5pm, to raise vital funds for Children’s Hospice South West. Visitors are invited to enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring walking trails and peaceful outdoor spaces.
This family friendly fundraising event will offer a lovely day out for all ages, with garden games, refreshments, and plenty to see and enjoy.
- A local sea shanty singing group will be performing during the afternoon, adding a traditional Cornish atmosphere to the event
- Enjoy a delicious cream tea in the charming stable yard
- Free on-site parking including accessible parking
- Accessible walking routes, limited access for wheelchairs
- Dogs on leads welcome
To find out more please email Sarah-Jane or call Little Harbour 01726 871 800.
Admission
Adults: £5
Under 16s: free (with paying adult)
Photo: Clare Kinchin
Address
Boconnoc House and Gardens, Lostwithiel, Cornwall PL22 0RG
If you have any problems finding the venue please call Sarah-Jane on 07875 721001
Map
Directions to Boconnoc
FROM M5 / A30
From M5 take the A30 to Bodmin.
At Bodmin come off the A30 and follow signs for the A38 to Liskeard. Get on the A38.
2 miles approx. after Bodmin Parkway Station, turn right (signposted to East and West Taphouse and Looe/Polperro - B3359). Continue to the "T" junction.
Turn left onto A390, go to East Taphouse. Turn RIGHT onto B3359 signed Looe/Polperro & Boconnoc). Follow from the *** below.
FROM M5 / A38
From M5 take the A38 to Plymouth.
Go over Tamar Bridge to Liskeard. Stay on bypass to large roundabout. Take second exit A390 to St. Austell. After 3 miles, come to EAST Taphouse, see garage on right, go round a bend and up hill.
Take next left, signposted to Looe / Polperro B3359 & Boconnoc. Follow from ***
A390 from St Austell
Go through Lostwithiel on A390, towards Liskeard. Go to EAST Taphouse.
1st turn right (signposted Looe / Polperro B3359 & Boconnoc). Follow ***
******Approximately 1 mile along the B3359 take the 1st right signed Boconnoc (with a tiny sign) Then take immediate left signed Boconnoc and 1st right about 1/3 of a mile down the road signed Boconnoc.
Go to crossroad with lodge by the gate where the sign says Boconnoc, By appointment only. Drive straight through there and follow the signs to Boconnoc which take you along the road round to the left, down a long straight drive to a tall stone obelisk. Follow the road round to the left, past another lodge and straight down the hill.
If you have any problems finding the venue please call Sarah-Jane on 07875 721001
