Events at Trebah Gardens
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The Story of Trebah
Step into Trebah’s extraordinary past with our most detailed and revealing exhibition to date. The Story of Trebah opens on 10 May and charts the journey of our valley garden from medieval woodland to world-famous sub-tropical paradise.
Wander through historic photographs, rare documents, and never-before-seen material uncovering nearly 200 years of gardening passion, family legacy, and dramatic change. From Victorian plant hunters to wartime embarkation, this free exhibition shares the lives of the people who made Trebah what it is today. A complimentary children’s trail is included—ideal for curious younger visitors.
Beach Yoga at Polgwidden Cove
Start your day with sea air and soft sand beneath your feet. Trebah’s weekly beach yoga sessions, led by Emily Wheeler, are all about connection—to breath, body, and the rhythm of the water. This 1 hour and 15 minute class is open to all levels and combines movement, stillness, and deep relaxation in the most idyllic of settings—our private beach at the foot of the garden. Mats are available, but feel free to bring your own. Afterwards, why not stay for a coffee, a wild swim, or breakfast by the water?
Will Keating & Special Guests
A heartfelt celebration of Cornish song and storytelling.
Award-winning singer-songwriter Will Keating returns to Trebah with his unmistakable voice and deeply rooted folk repertoire. Blending traditional melodies with modern heart, Will brings Cornwall’s stories to life in song.
Joined by special guest musicians (to be announced), this evening in the amphitheatre offers a warm, powerful, and emotional experience. Bring a cushion, a drink, and a sense of connection—you’re in for a moving night of music under the stars.
Falmouth Community Gospel Choir
Let the sound of gospel fill the garden.
Join us for an uplifting performance by the Falmouth Community Gospel Choir, led by the sensational Ley Adewole and pianist Richard Penrose. This talented group brings rhythm, passion and joy to every performance, sharing powerful harmonies that light up the soul.
Having performed at festivals and events across the South West, they’re known for connecting audiences through the sheer energy and spirit of their sound. Expect to leave feeling moved, inspired, and full of good energy.
Insect Collage Workshop
Get crafty with local artist Jillian Widden in this hands-on Insect Collage Workshop. Using a mix of recycled and natural materials, you’ll design and create vibrant insect-inspired artworks. This fun and creative session is perfect for nature lovers keen to explore art and the natural world in a relaxed, supportive environment. All materials and a hot drink will be included in the price.
Recommended Age: 16+
The Odyssey – A Musical Epic Reimagined
A hero returns. A wife waits. And the gods have plans... The Odyssey is back at Trebah—an original musical adaptation of Homer’s ancient tale, retold with contemporary language, humour and heart. Blending new dialogue with poetic text, this accessible and engaging performance explores love, loyalty, and what it means to come home. Performed in the amphitheatre and suitable for all ages, it’s the perfect introduction to a classic—and a memorable experience for any summer evening.
Twelfth Night by Miracle Theatre
Shakespeare’s chaos, comedy and disguise—Cornish style. Miracle Theatre returns to Trebah with their bold new take on Twelfth Night, where mistaken identities, unrequited love and general mischief collide in glorious fashion. True to Miracle’s style, this production is sharp, funny, and full of brilliant characters. With belly laughs, unexpected twists, and that signature irreverent energy, this show offers a brilliant way to fall in love with Shakespeare all over again. Perfect for families, fans, and anyone who loves a bit of theatrical fun in a wild garden setting.
Songs for Explorers at Trebah Garden
Join Squashbox Theatre and The People’s String Foundation for an epic musical adventure through the universe, packed with live music, puppets, comedy, and plenty of fun!
Created by Craig Johnson of Squashbox Theatre, with musicians Ben Sutcliffe and Zaid Al-Rikabi, this lively show combines catchy songs, quirky characters, and fascinating facts about animals, nature, and the world around us.
Expect toe-tapping tunes, laugh-out-loud moments, and a visit from some of Squashbox’s most beloved puppet characters. Perfect for explorers of all ages – families especially!
Member Adult - £14.40 Member Child - £7.20 Non-Member Adult - £16 Non-Member Child - £8
Squashbox: Stones and Bones
Find out all about archaeology, fossils and dinosaurs with a quirky and ingenious blend of puppetry, storytelling, live music and comedy! ‘Stones and Bones’ from Squashbox Theatre is a marvellous mix of history and mystery!
Find out all about archaeology and fossils, say hello to one of your stone-age ancestors, hear stories of giants and wizards, see a volcano erupting before your very eyes, and maybe even a glimpse of a dinosaur or two…
There will be thrills and spills galore, but also lots of laughs and plenty of puppets, songs, slapstick, tall tales and crazy characters – all presented in that unique Squashbox style!
Ticket price includes garden entry for the day.
Beach BBQ with Live Music
Spend a summer evening on Trebah’s private beach with delicious BBQ food, drinks from the boathouse bar, and live music from Sandy Souls.
Your ticket includes exclusive garden and beach access, plus a choice of beef burger, grilled mackerel, or vegan burger, served with salad, potato salad, tomato relish, and coleslaw. Food must be pre-ordered when booking.
The bar opens at 5pm, with food served from 5:30–7pm and live music starting at 6:30pm. Expect chilled tunes and upbeat rhythms as Sandy Souls bring beautiful harmonies and Latin-inspired percussion.
Please arrive by 6pm (gates close after this time). Bring a picnic blanket or camping chair as seating is limited.
Dogs are not permitted at this event.
Squashbox: Myths and Monsters
Discover the strange, magical world of Greek myths and legends with a quirky and ingenious blend of puppetry, storytelling, music and comedy Meet the brave heroes and immortal gods of ancient Greece, such as Heracles, Odysseus, Perseus, Zeus and Aphrodite!
Encounter some of the mixed-up monsters of legend, such as the Minotaur, the Harpies, the Cyclops and the terrifying gorgon, Medusa!
Learn about the ways ancient Greece has shaped the modern world, from theatre and philosophy to mathematics and music!
Discover the strange, magical world of Greek myths and legends with a quirky and ingenious blend of puppetry, storytelling, live music and comedy – all presented in that unique Squashbox style!
Ticket price includes garden entry for the day.
Jemima Puddle-Duck
Poor Jemima wants to hatch her own eggs, but when she meets a charming ‘whiskered gentleman’, will he turn out to be as nice as he seems? Quantum Theatre is back with a brand new adaptation of the much-loved Beatrix Potter Tale, The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck.
Prevented from hatching her eggs at the farm, foolish Jemima goes in search of a nesting place in the forest and soon she meets a charming ‘sandy-whiskered gentleman’ who offers her the perfect nesting place in his wood-shed.
But why is his wood-shed full of feathers and why is he asking her to collect the herbs for roast duck? Kip, the farm dog fears the worst…
Join Jemima on her feather-ruffling adventures in this delightful new adaptation of Beatrix Potter’s family favourite.
Zoolab Workshops
Get ready to go WILD with Zoolab in this hands-on, interactive animal encounter! Meet fascinating creatures like giant African snails, snakes, tarantulas, and other minibeasts, while learning about their vital role in our ecosystem.
Each 45–60 minute session includes close-up encounters with 5–7 exotic animals, with the chance to handle 3–4 of them.
Workshops are open to all ages and ideal for families. Adults supervise for free (garden admission applies for non-members)—event tickets are only required for children.
The workshop takes place in Trebah’s open-air amphitheatre (weather permitting). Please allow 20 minutes to walk there. In bad weather, the event moves to Trebah House.
Please note: Limited access to the amphitheatre for some mobility vehicles. Contact Trebah on 01326 252205 to discuss accessibility. Toilets are located at the Visitor Centre. Dogs cannot attend this event.
Painting in a Cornish Garden
Learn how to paint Cornwall’s gardens with artist Victoria Gillow
Trebah is a large mature garden, which offers lots of opportunities to play with composition ideas. So whether you are interested in painting detailed flowers and foliage, or enjoy larger scapes, such as looking over the garden to the Helford river, it offers many perspectives.
If the weather is inclement, there is an option to work from a beautiful covered area that offers shelter but is still outside – so you can experience the feelings of the weather and light.
There are also amazing views from Trebah House that you will be working in and using as a base.
Botanical Casting Workshop
Join Hazel Oliver of Badger and Bird Studio for a creative workshop crafting your own botanical casting using eco resin.
Inspired by Trebah’s seasonal plants, Hazel will guide you through the process of pressing, casting, and finishing a unique botanical piece to take home. Hazel, a Falmouth-based artist, specialises in using foraged natural materials and celebrates their textures through eco-friendly resin casts.
All materials are provided, and no experience is needed — just a love of nature and creativity.
Robin Hood
Come and meet Robin and his Gang as they battle against the evil Sheriff of Nottingham and steal from the rich to give to the poor. Backed by Prince John, the Sheriff holds Nottingham in the grip of high taxes, can Robin finally stop them from ruining everything and set the people of Nottingham free?
With the merry men at the ready, and help from a certain young maid, the battle is on!
From songs around the campfire to archery competitions and sword fights the story of Robin Hood is brought to life in a fun and entertaining way for all generations and fans of this adventurous legend.
Full of memorable characters, silliness, songs and charm, this production is an hour of pure escapism which will leave all the family with a smile on their face!
19th August 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Member Adult £14.40 Member Child £7.20 Non-Member Adult £16 Non-Member Child £8
Squashbox: Curious Creatures
Discover the wonders of the animal kingdom with a quirky and ingenious blend of puppetry, storytelling, live music and comedy! Welcome to the ‘Curious Creatures’ wildlife park, established by Jeremiah Johnson: world-renowned explorer, zoologist and animal collector.
Unfortunately, Jeremiah Johnson is lost somewhere in the jungles of Africa, so he has handed the running of the park over to his inexperienced nephew Craig… and things don’t quite go as planned.
Expect to meet curious creatures of all shapes and sizes: from performing fleas and gymnastic snails to irritable alligators, over-excited elephants, and a very intelligent orang-utan!
Using puppets, comedy, slapstick and live music – plus lots of amazing natural history facts – Squashbox Theatre will uncover the mysteries of the animal kingdom.
Ticket price includes garden entry for the day.
22nd August 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Member Adult £5 Member Child £5 Non-Member Adult £21.50 Non-Member Child £13.25
Big Bad Wolf
Come on a musical journey of plotting and scheming with literature’s most notorious villain – the Big Bad Wolf Come on a musical journey of plotting and scheming with folklore’s most notorious villain – the Big Bad Wolf.
Living in exile in the Deep Dark Wood, he parties and plays rock music every night with his cronies, far away from the goody-goody townspeople of Fairytaleville. But whatever happened to Little Red Riding Hood? Did the Three Little Pigs go on to have a successful music career? And is the Wolf really as bad as he seems?
Following the success of their 2024 production of ‘The Secret Garden’, The Plandits are back on the road with this brand-new show bursting with live music, silliness and laughs for the whole family.
Kernow Chamber Players Jazz Afternoon
Kernow Chamber Players perform classical-jazz compositions by Claude Bolling
Claude Bolling, the French jazz pianist and composer, was a successful working musician but transformed his status overnight with his Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano Trio.
An instant worldwide success, the piece was a global sensation with its charismatic harmonies and half-classical-half-jazz vibe. Kernow Chamber Players will bring together a quartet of great session and orchestral musicians from Cornwall to remind us why this music had so much impact.
Squashbox: Tales from the Trees
Learn all about trees, plants and wildlife with a quirky and ingenious blend of puppetry, storytelling, live music and comedy!
Meet Craig, the friendly Forest Ranger and resident tree expert. It’s his job to make sure the woods are a peaceful and happy place, but he’s having a tough time today! A cheeky squirrel has stolen his Chocolate Covered Nutty Snack Bar™, his niece ‘Little Red’ has wandered off the path on her way to Granny’s house, the mysterious old Wizard of the Woods is playing tricks again, and there are even rumours of a big bad Wolf in the forest!
Will Craig save the day? Come and find out, and along the way discover the wonder of photosynthesis, meet some friendly forest creatures and encounter crazy characters from folklore and fairy tales!
‘Tales from the Trees’ is a terrific tangle of puppetry, storytelling, live music and comedy, with a theme that embraces natural history, folklore and ecology.
Listen! The trees have tales to tell…
Ticket price includes garden entry for the day.
Macbeth
Experience The Dukes Theatre Company’s bold reimagining of Shakespeare’s Macbeth—a gripping tale of ambition, murder, and madness, brought vividly to life in Trebah’s open-air amphitheatre.
Directed by Robert Shaw Cameron (Coronation Street, Regents Park Open Air Theatre) with design by Jessica Curtis (National Theatre, Hampstead Theatre), this contemporary production features a cast of six acclaimed actors, focusing on the psychological unraveling at the heart of this classic tragedy.
Doors open 1 hour before the performance—arrive early to enjoy the garden or a picnic. The event is outdoors and only cancelled in extreme weather; please dress appropriately. Allow 20 minutes to walk to the amphitheatre. Seating is tiered and unreserved, with some cushioned seats available.
For accessibility queries, please call 01326 252205 before booking. Toilets are located at the Visitor Centre. Dogs are not permitted at this event. A pop-up bar will be open, and guests are welcome to bring their own food and drinks.
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