A Cornish-inspired Christmas has arrived at the National Trust’s Trelissick, near Truro, with a busy month of festivities scheduled throughout December.
Decorations throughout the 18th-century house take inspiration from local heritage as well as the traditional Cornish and hunting tartans.
In the West Library, the story of Tom Bawcock’s Eve is told through decorations hand-made by staff and volunteers, and a stargazy pie takes centre stage on the dining table laid for a Christmas feast.
Local choirs, dancing and storytelling will be performed under the tipi in the stable yard, where Christmas games can also be found for the whole family to enjoy.
Father Christmas returns for storytelling performances and a festive trail leads families on an adventure around Trelissick looking for Christmas traditions and essentials.
Property operations manager Jen Pina said “We’re delighted to be celebrating traditions old and new with a Cornish Christmas this year. We’re putting our local heritage at the heart of our festive celebrations with Cornish carols, food and drink, decorations and storytelling.”
Christmas at Trelissick runs from December 2 to 31, closing Christmas Day and Boxing Day.