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    Description

    Lanhydrock is a country house and estate located near to Bodmin in Cornwall

    The house and gardens are open to the public courtesy of the National Trust. There is also wider parkland to explore for those not wishing to enter the house and the woodland and parks are beautiful.

    After a fire in 1881 the Jacobean house was refurbished in high-Victorian style, with the best in country house design and planning and the latest mod-cons.

    Discover two sides of Victorian life: from the kitchens, nurseries and servants' quarters, which offer a thrilling glimpse into life 'below stairs', to the luxurious family areas, elegant dining room and spacious bedrooms which reveal the comforts of ‘upstairs’ living.

    The gardens of the house are also beautiful and PMVs are available to borrow for those who need them.  There are beautiful herbaceous borders, a fabulous formal parterre and colourful higher gardens filled with camellias, magnolias and rhododendrons.

    The displays inside the house are carefully thought out and bring the history of the house to life.  Accessibility is well thought out too, although as of March 2026 the lift is broken and not due to be fixed for three or four months, so only the ground floor of the house is accessible to those who cannot use stairs.

    The estate is well worth exploring too, with ancient woodlands and tranquil riverside paths. There are also off-road cycle trails, with special routes for families and novice riders, and you can even hire a bike from us to make the most of this opportunity.

     

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      • April 13, 2026 5:54 pm local time

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    Detailed description

    Lanhydrock is a country house and estate located near to Bodmin in Cornwall

    The house and gardens are open to the public courtesy of the National Trust. There is also wider parkland to explore for those not wishing to enter the house and the woodland and parks are beautiful.

    After a fire in 1881 the Jacobean house was refurbished in high-Victorian style, with the best in country house design and planning and the latest mod-cons.

    Discover two sides of Victorian life: from the kitchens, nurseries and servants' quarters, which offer a thrilling glimpse into life 'below stairs', to the luxurious family areas, elegant dining room and spacious bedrooms which reveal the comforts of ‘upstairs’ living.

    The gardens of the house are also beautiful and PMVs are available to borrow for those who need them.  There are beautiful herbaceous borders, a fabulous formal parterre and colourful higher gardens filled with camellias, magnolias and rhododendrons.

    The displays inside the house are carefully thought out and bring the history of the house to life.  Accessibility is well thought out too, although as of March 2026 the lift is broken and not due to be fixed for three or four months, so only the ground floor of the house is accessible to those who cannot use stairs.

    The estate is well worth exploring too, with ancient woodlands and tranquil riverside paths. There are also off-road cycle trails, with special routes for families and novice riders, and you can even hire a bike from us to make the most of this opportunity.

    Additional information

    There is a countryside mobility Tramper available for loan.

    There is free entry to an accompanying carer with a paying disabled visitor.

    Please ask for a carer ticket from visitor reception.

     

    Other places to visit

    The Plant Centre and Shop are open, and have wide walkways for access. The Cafe is open, with outdoor seating and a variety of food and drinks. Gluten free options are available. There is also a children's play area near to the car park which has inclusive play equipment.

     

    Parking

    Parking is free to National Trust members.  Non-members pay either £2 for up to one hour, £4 for up to two hours or £6 all day.Blue badge holders may park for free in designated parking bays in the main car park. There are 29 designated accessible spaces on the only tarmac surface in the car parks.  These bays are at the side of the car park nearest to the ticket office and cafe.

    The parking spaces closest to the car park exit are closest to the ticket office. This is some distance from the main house and gardens but there is an Accessibility Buggy available from the ticket office which is a short distance from the exit of the car park.

    The parking near to the entrance is close to the cafe and cycle hire. There is an accessible ramp from the centre of the car park on the same side as the entrance which is wheelchair accessible. The path nearest to the entrance is gravelled and would be challenging for those with mobility or visual impairment.

     

    Toilet facilities

    There is an accessible toilet and also standard toilets. In the Ladies toilet there is a stall which has additional space and grab rails. This is located next to the cycle hire adjacent to the main visitor car park. The accessible toilet allows for left-hand transfer wheelchair access. There are no adult changing facilities but baby changing facilities are available here.

    There are also toilets in the courtyard adjacent to the mansion including one accessible, unisex toilet for left-hand transfer wheelchair access and one female right-hand transfer wheelchair access. There are baby changing facilities in the courtyard.

    All have automatic hand driers, non-slip flooring and automatic lighting.

    There are no public toilets within the house.

     

    Accessibiliy Guide

    Access Guide

    Dogs

    Dogs on leads are welcome across the estate and in the Park Cafe. Assistance dogs only in the house, garden and shop.

    There are plenty of dog-friendly walks on the estate.

    There are water bowls by the Park Café, visitor reception and in the courtyard next to the house.

    There are several dog-waste bins. You can see their locations on the map in the Accessibility Guide.

    Mobility / Wheelchair Support

    The accessible shuttle buggy operates from the main ticket office and takes you to and from the main entrance to the house and gardens.

    PMVs can be booked for use around the garden.

    A countryside tramper is available to hire for use on the estate. Countryside mobility membership fees apply.

    We recommend booking all vehicles in advance by emailing lanhydrock@nationaltrust.org.uk or call 01208 265950.

    There is level access, or alternative provision to the house and courtyard, with intercom buttons for those who cannot manage the door unaided. Full details of access are in the Accessibility Guide.

    Seating
    • There is one bench between the cycle hire / cafe and the ticket office and this is a long walk.
    • There are  picnic benches available at main car park but these are located on quite long grass where there is some gradient and soft surface to reach them
    • There are limited seats and benches throughout the gardens and the walk from the ticket office to the main house and gardens has no seating. There is a downhill gradient from the ticket office to the house and gardens.

    Update: 2nd March 2026, The lift in the mansion is currently out of service due to some mechanical issues. Level access is still available on the ground floor. No ticket price reduction is offered for wheelchair users purchasing tickets to the house and gardens but carers do get in free.

    There are seats located along the house route for visitors to rest on.

    Powered wheelchairs can be used in the house. Visitors in vehicles that are not suitable for the house will need to transfer to a manual wheelchair. We have three companion wheelchairs available on site which are are designed for a family member or carer. Please speak to a member of the team for more information.
    Due to fire regulations, a maximum of six wheelchair users are allowed in the house at any one time.

    There are accessible playground features and opportunities for inclusive play

    Large-handled cutlery and crockery and straws available upon request

    Vision Impairment Support

    Photo albums and tactile route guides, large print, braille and sensory guides are currently not available. (April 2021)

    Light levels in the house are kept low to maintain the atmosphere and protect the collection.

    Dogs are allowed in the park, but assistance dogs only in the house, garden and shop.

    There are plenty of dog-friendly walks on the estate.

    There are water bowls by the Park Café, visitor reception and in the courtyard next to the house.

    Update: 2nd March 2026, The lift in the mansion is currently out of service due to some mechanical issues. Level access is still available on the ground floor. No ticket price reduction is offered for disabled visitors purchasing tickets to the house and gardens but carers do get in free.

     

    Hearing Impairment Support

    There is Hearing Assistive Technology available at the ticket office.

    For those wishing to visit at quieter times, the house is usually quieter later in the afternoon and outside of school holidays.

    Autism support

    There is a dedicated quiet room (located on the first floor near the Nursery) for visitor use.
    For those wishing to visit at quieter times, the house is usually quieter later in the afternoon and outside of school holidays.

    Learning Support

    Signage is clear with use of images and symbols. Many exhibits have simple, clear labelling and there are some iPad displays around the house.

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