A VERY Cornish Christmas has arrived at Trelissick, near Truro, as the National Trust estate transforms with festive sparkle until Monday, January 4.

Visitors are invited to step into a Christmas shaped by Cornish traditions old and new, with enchanting decorations, family-friendly activities and joyful performances throughout the season.

Inside the eighteenth-century house, rooms have been transformed with a beautiful mix of traditional and contemporary Cornish-inspired ornaments. From age-old customs to modern seasonal touches, each space offers inspiration for creating your own magical Christmas at home.

Jen Pina, property operations manager for the National Trust at Trelissick, said: “We're excited to be celebrating a mix of traditional and contemporary Cornish Christmas traditions this year at Trelissick and can’t wait to wish everyone a Nadelik Lowen.”

Families can enjoy storytelling sessions with Father Christmas, festive games and activities in the stables, and a garden trail featuring eight Christmas Day traditions waiting to be discovered amongst winter foliage.

Adding to the festive atmosphere, an eclectic mix of local choirs, bands and musicians will bring the stableyard to life throughout December. Highlights include a performance from Falmouth Community Gospel Choir on Wednesday, December 17.

Led by Ley Adewole, who has previously performed with musical greats such as Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, and George Michael, the choir will fill the courtyard with beloved carols delivered in their signature soulful style.

Crofters Café, the house tearoom and the horsebox will all be serving seasonal treats, from mulled wine and mince pies to comforting crumbles and hot chocolates.

Trelissick will close at 2pm on Christmas Eve and remain closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, reopening on December 27 for more winter days out, including storytelling in the tipi, the Christmas trail and festive games.

Meanwhile, the National Trust estate at Trerice offers storytelling with Father Christmas, traditional décor, wreath-making workshops and choir performances, while Botallack transforms the Count House into a lantern-lit winter wonderland through a magical community art installation.

Visitors can also step into the magic at Cotehele, with the famous 60-foot flower garland, festive family trail, carols by the tree, wassailing and twinkling lights at the mill.

Families can also soak up the season at Penrose with a giant festive wreath selfie spot, Christmas spotter sheets and a nature pledge postbox, and at Godolphin, visitors can experience a warm, traditional Christmas filled with local choirs, estate-grown decorations and hands-on festive workshops.