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Come behind-the-scenes at Kresen Kernow with exclusive tours of the strongrooms and discover how we care for Cornwall’s historic records.Inspired by the architecture of Cornwall, discover original plans of grand country houses like Lanhydrock and Cornish Unit Housing from the mid 20th century.
See archives relating to bridges, viaducts, chapels and schools, and how these buildings shaped the communities around them. You’ll also learn more about some of Cornwall’s most famous architects, such as Silvanus Trevail and George Vaughan Ellis.
Whether you’re a history buff, a budding architect or you’re just curious about Cornwall’s past, this is a fantastic opportunity to explore 850 years of stories cared for in the archives. Perfect for curious minds and anyone who loves a good peek behind-the-scenes!
Dates and times:
Thursday 15 January, 10-11am
Also Thursday 29 January, 10-11am, and Thursday 12 February, 10-11am
Tours last approximately one hour and are suitable for all ages (although most suitable for those over 8 years of age).
The tours have limited spaces, so please book your free ticket now on our Ticket Tailor event page.
Our building is fully accessible – please do let us know if you have any mobility/access needs. The tours cover both the ground floor and first floor, and although we have lifts, they are not fire lifts. In the unlikely event of any emergency we have two fire refuges on the first floor and stairs.
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Kresen Kernow, Little Vauxhall, TR15 1AS Redruth, United Kingdom, Redruth, United Kingdom
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