Pencarrow House & Gardens
Home of the Molesworth-St Aubyns for almost 500 years.
Washaway, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 3AG
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Free parking
- Guide dogs welcome
- Accessible parking
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Accessible toilets
Owned, loved and lived in by the family. Pencarrow is a Georgian house with Grade II* listed gardens.
Enjoy a guided tour with a difference and step back into the past with stories of the Molesworths past and present! We have a superb collection of portraits, furniture and porcelain.
You’ll find walks through 50 acres of beautiful formal and woodland gardens, a Victorian rockery, Italian garden, many different varieties of rhododendrons, a lake, Iron Age hill fort and icehouse.
Pencarrow has a café, gift shop, plants for sale and childrens playground. Dogs welcome in the gardens and can have a run off the lead in the woods. We also offer weddings.
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Opening Times and Admission Information for Pencarrow House and Gardens
Pencarrow House and Gardens is a historic estate located in Cornwall, offering a variety of attractions including a Georgian house, extensive gardens, a café, and a gift shop. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times and admission details for the estate:
General Opening Times
- The Gardens: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM until 31st October 2026.
- The House, Café, and Shop: Reopen for the season on 30th March 2026. Open daily except Saturdays until 30th October 2026.
House Tours
- Guided tours of the house start at 11:15 AM and run every 45 minutes, with the last tour at 3:00 PM.
- Tours last approximately one hour.
Peacock Café
- Open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Last orders are at 4:30 PM, and lunches are served from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Gift Shop
- Open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Admission Prices
- House and Gardens: £18.75 for adults, £5.00 for children aged 5-16, free for children under 5, and £14.50 for registered disabled visitors.
- Gardens Only: £11.00 for adults, free for children under 16, and £8.00 for registered disabled visitors.
Special offers include a £1 discount on full-paying adult tickets for the House and Gardens (not applicable to Gardens Only tickets).
Private Tours
- Private guided tours are available for £60 per person (minimum of two people). Groups of six or more adults pay £50 per person.
- These tours include a detailed exploration of the house, a cream tea, and a complimentary guidebook.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access is available for most areas, and wheelchairs can be booked in advance.
- Mobility scooters are not allowed inside the house, but electric wheelchairs are permitted.
- Assistance dogs are welcome throughout the estate.
Dog-Friendly Policy
- Dogs are welcome in the gardens but must be kept on a lead near the house and café.
- Dogs are not allowed inside the house (except assistance dogs).
Events
Pencarrow House and Gardens hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including seasonal celebrations, craft fairs, and themed days. Notable upcoming events include:
- 30th March 2026: Reopening of the House, Café, and Shop.
- 2nd April 2026: Ceremonial Ginkgo Tree Planting.
- 5th-6th April 2026: Easter Trail.
- 23rd July 2026: ABBA by Moonlight.
- 21st-22nd November 2026: Christmas Artisan Fair.
For more information or to book private tours, visitors can contact the estate directly.
Historic Houses members visit for free.
House & gardens: £16.75
Under 16’s free
Gardens only: £10
Under 16’s free
No charge if just visiting the cafe
Concessions available
Groups of over 20 people will receive discounted entry.
For group visits please e-mail [email protected]
We offer visits to primary schools. Visits are tailored to each group and complement the school curriculum.
Please contact us on (01208) 841369 to arrange a visit.
- Guide dogs welcome
- Accessible parking
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Accessible toilets
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