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Visit the house at Godolphin

Venture into Godolphin House and discover the rich history within the walls of this once great mining powerhouse. Find out more about those who lived here and lives they led, in what was once Cornwall's largest and finest house.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join us on the first week of every month, from the first Saturday to the following Thursday (except January), as the doors to Godolphin House open to the public. Discover more about one of Cornwall's most spectacular homes, those who inhabited it and the history of this great mining site.

Every 30 minutes you can join us for a introductory talk about the history of Godolphin to help guide you through your visit.

Final entry into the house is 1 hour before closing time.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Meeting point

Once you have arrived at Godolphin please make your way to the front of the house which will be open.

Accessibility

Accessibility dogs welcome. The upstairs of this property is only accessible via stairs. The property also has an easy-read guide, large-print guide and a visual story. There are uneven floor levels, narrow corridors, and unexpected steps at points in the house. Please refer to our access guide on the homepage for more information.

Other

Final entry into the house is 1 hour before closing time. No pre-booking required.

Upcoming events

Event

Free entry for National Lottery Open Week 

We’re saying thank you to National Lottery players with free entry to Godolphin from 15-23 March during normal opening hours.

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on
22 Mar to 23 Mar 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Trust 10 

Get outdoors and get fit with the Trust10 running trail through the countryside of Godolphin.

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on
23 Mar to 14 Dec 2025
at
08:30 to 11:00
+ 9 other dates or times
Event

Guided wider estate walks at Godolphin 

Join one of our volunteer walk leaders for a guided walk in nature, exploring the wider Godolphin estate.

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on
24 Mar to 29 Sep 2025
at
11:00 to 13:00
+ 26 other dates or times
Event

Godolphin Woods Walking Mining Tours 

Enjoy a short walk through a mining landscape, with one of our volunteer guides, who will highlight the features of mining that remain and tell you more about the historic relationship between Godolphin and mining.

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on
25 Mar to 27 Sep 2025
at
13:30 to 14:15
+ 77 other dates or times