Cornwall Heritage Trust is pleased to invite representatives from local businesses, community organisations, heritage groups, public bodies and other stakeholders to a special consultation day at Nancealverne to help shape the future of this remarkable historic estate.

Date: Tuesday 7th July 2026
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Location: Nancealverne, Heamoor, Penzance, TR20 8TD
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Parking: St Erbyn’s Car Park, Penzance TR18 2RG (full details below)..

About the day

Nancealverne is a Grade II* listed Georgian country house near Penzance set within more than 20 acres of parkland, formal gardens and woodland. Following its recent transfer into the care of Cornwall Heritage Trust, plans are now being developed to secure its long-term future and explore how the site can best serve local communities while safeguarding its heritage significance.

This consultation day will provide invited guests with an opportunity to experience Nancealverne first-hand and contribute to early discussions about its future. We are keen to hear ideas, identify opportunities and explore potential partnerships that could help unlock the site’s social, cultural, educational, environmental and economic value.

All attendees will take part in a guided tour of Nancealverne House, led by the Cornwall Heritage Trust team. The tour will provide the opportunity to see the principal rooms of the house while learning about its fascinating history and the opportunities and challenges involved in caring for the site.

In addition to the house tour, attendees will be able to enjoy a circular self-guided walking route around the gardens and grounds, supported by a handout map and interpretation guide..

Tea, coffee and cake will be available throughout the day, and Cornwall Heritage Trust staff and volunteers will be on hand throughout the day to answer questions and gather feedback..

Ticket Information

• Attendance is free, but advance booking is essential
• This event is open to invited organisations, partners and stakeholders only
• Nine timed house tours will operate throughout the day
• Each tour is limited to 15 participants
• Capacity is strictly limited and early booking is recommended
• Entry will not be possible without a valid ticket
• It is recommended that you arrive in plenty of time for your tour.
• You are welcome to spend as long as you wish exploring the grounds and gardens either side of your tour time-slot

Parking & Shuttle Bus

Parking at Nancealverne is extremely limited and will only be available on-site for Blue Badge holders

If you require accessible parking, please ensure you also book a ‘Blue Badge Parking’ ticket when reserving your place

For all other visitors, the nearest public car park is: 

St Erbyn’s Car Park,
6 Carminowe Cres,
Penzance
TR18 2RG

Parking charges (as published by Cornwall Council) are:

1 April – 31 October
All days 9am – 4pm

Up to 1 hour – £1.30
1 to 2 hours – £2.50
2 to 4 hours – £5.50
24 hours – £7.00

For full details please visit the Cornwall Council Website

St Erbyn’s public car park is approximately a 20 minute walk from Nancealverne.

To make travel easier, Cornwall Heritage Trust will operate a free shuttle bus service between St Erbyn’s Car Park and Nancealverne throughout the day.

The shuttle bus will run approximately every 30 minutes, with the first departure from St Erbyn’s at 9:30am.

Passengers will be required to show a valid Consultation Day ticket before boarding. Please note that the shuttle bus has a maximum capacity of 16 passengers per journey. At busy times, visitors may need to wait for the next available service.

About Cornwall Heritage Trust

Cornwall Heritage Trust is an independent charity that protects and celebrates Cornwall’s unique heritage. The acquisition of Nancealverne represents a significant opportunity to secure an important historic estate for the benefit of Cornwall’s communities, heritage and environment for generations to come..