Autumn Walks at Boconnoc

Take an autumn walk and explore Boconnoc’s grounds and ancient woodlands.

Welcome the change of season this autumn with a day discovering the beauty of Boconnoc. Our Autumn Walks Open Day is a rare opportunity to explore the estate’s sweeping parkland, ancient woodland, gardens and hidden corners as the leaves turn to vibrant shades of gold, russet, and amber.

Wander at your own pace along marked paths and woodland trails, whether you’re a seasoned walker or simply looking for a peaceful escape, the estate offers a beautiful backdrop for a day of exploration – you might walk to the lake, search for ancient monuments, marvel over the ancient oaks on the woodland trails, or observe the gardens as the plants begin to retreat for winter.

The autumn walks will be marked, and maps will be available. For those who prefer to take a ride through the grounds in 'style', our tractor-trailer will be running tours starting from the front of Boconnoc House.

Boconnoc House will be open and serving light refreshments, including home-baked cakes, sausage rolls, soups and cream teas. Choose a table in the beautiful garden room or on the terrace.

Highlights of the Day

The Deer Park

Take a tractor-trailer ride through Boconnoc’s Deer Park, where herds have roamed since 1540, and see if you can spot the deer hidden in the russet-toned ferns. Please note that October is rutting season, so there will be no walking routes through the Deer Park.

Ancient Trees

Scattered across the estate are magnificent ancient trees, towering oaks, gnarled chestnuts, and veteran beeches that have stood for hundreds of years. Boconnoc’s woodland is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

Ancient Monuments & Hidden History

The estate’s monuments and historic features add layers of discovery as you walk through trails and paths, look for the Sawmill and the Georgian Bathhouse, or ancient Cornish Crosses and Boconnoc’s Obelisk.

Gardens, Lakes & Parkland Trails

Lose yourself in sweeping views, explore Boconnoc Lake, Pinetum and Shrubbery, or wander winding paths through gardens planted in the picturesque style. The estate’s landscape is renowned for its vibrant rhododendrons, camellias, and magnolias in the milder months, but comes alive with Autumn colours with the change of season.

Family-Friendly and Accessible Walks

We have wide open spaces for children to run in, secret corners for hide and seek and shorter, easy routes for little legs, or buggies. There will also be a marked route for wheelchair users.

Dog Friendly

Dogs on leads are warmly welcomed and are welcome to join their owners for refreshments on the terrace.

Date: Sunday, 12 October

Time: 10am to 4pm

Tickets: Adults: £5 Children under 12: Free

Tractor-trailer ride: £2.50, under 3’s free

Parking and maps are complimentary