Wrap up warm, don your wellies and a waterproof for some autumnal ambling through leafy canopies, with amber foliage underfoot. Explore the surrounding wildlife, hidden amongst the rusty tones of golden warmth and let the fresh, crisp air of autumn revive your mind. Tawny leaves dust the grounds of Antony House, casting a seasonal spell over the hauntingly glorious gardens; relish a delicious crunch with every footstep. This half term you can be part of the shenanigans, with conker battles, welly wandering, den building and leaf wars taking place!

Find refuge from the autumn chill in Antony’s cosy tearoom for seasonal warmers and an indulgent hot chocolate. What’s better on a gloomy afternoon than rambling through nature’s splendour, followed by a deluxe drink? Warm up inside regal walls of the grand Antony House, learn about the property’s history and the family who walked its halls for over six hundred years. Step back in time and follow the footsteps of the estate’s predecessors. There’s nothing quite like exploring a grand house teeming with stately history, discover the antique features and rustic décor of this historic gem to be inspired!

Feeling fearless? Take part in the Twilight Ramble, a dusk adventure which entails bat detecting and badger spying, for the curious explorer and nature lovers. Throw on your wellies and grab a torch for some serious wildlife spotting at Antony House, then finish the evening with a scrummy hot chocolate – delicious! It is necessary to book a space on this evening nature trail; the next event is Monday 21st October 2019 at 6 & 7:15pm.

Spooky shenanigans are taking place at the Halloween Pumpkin Trail. Hidden around the gloomy gardens, you’ll find pesky pumpkins decorated by staff and volunteers. Uncover them all and creep your way to the finish – you might even win a prize! Beware, deep in the gardens you’ll discover the witch’s lair beneath the black walnut tree veiled by witches’ brooms. No booking is required for this event, the first date is Tuesday 22nd October 2019 12:00 - 16:30, with 5 other dates to follow including the hair-raising All Hallows’ Eve. Nothing is quite as it seems in the gardens this month…

Feeling curious? Visit the Antony House & Gardens for information or to book your October half term event. 

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Antony House & Gardens, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL11 2QA | 01752812191 | antony@nationaltrust.org.uk