Various events are taking place at National Trust site Penrose, Helston this spring.
Penrose features woodland tracks, stretches of coastline and open parkland. Here is what’s happening at Penrose in the coming months:
Friends of Poldhu Beach Cleans
First Friday of the month, 9am to 10am
Visiting Poldhu beach to help keep it clean for people and wildlife.
Free. Booking not required.
Knights of the Round Table Quest at The Penrose Stables
April 5 to 27, 10am to 5pm
Discovering the legend of Loe Pool and King Arthur’s magical sword, Excalibur. Explore Penrose on this outdoor trail, and complete the Quest to find Excalibur. Join Havulv, a Cornish group of historic reenactors, on the weekend of April 12 to 13 to really get into the spirit of the era.
Penrose Bat Walk
May 20, 8.30pm to 10pm
Visit the Penrose Stables for a short talk about the Bats of Penrose and Cornwall, followed by a dusk walk to detect what species of bats are out and about. Led by Cornwall Bat Group.
Booking essential via website.
Penrose Social and Family Walks
Weekly walks, starting at various times and starting points. Check website for details.
The walks are led by volunteer Walk Leaders and offer the opportunity for anybody to join us for some fresh air and time in nature. Everyone is welcome, of all abilities and experience.
Free. Booking not required.
Penrose Monthly Activity Sheets
Daily, 10am to 4pm
Visit Penrose Stables to pick up monthly activity sheet, to explore Penrose with. From nature poetry, designing a dragon, mindfulness exercises and nature spotter sheets, there will be something to keep everyone entertained for each visit.
Free. Booking not required.
For more information and to book, visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/penrose