Members of Crowlas and Ludgvan WI, were picked up by coach at various stops for their annual outing. Funded by raffles etc across the year everyone is able to attend at no charge for this fun and educational event, this year to Lanhydrock. The journey was much improved after a very smooth ride up the now completed A30.
We had refreshments in the cafe near to the car park, before walking down to Lanhydrock house, some had a ride down on the buggy, which takes people up and down. Lockers are provided free of charge to put your bags in, as large bags and backpacks are not allowed in the house. It was agreed that it was lovely to walk around without bags. The Jacobean ceiling in the long gallery, one of the few parts of the house to escape the fire at Lanhydrock in 1881, is having major restoration work done. It was a treat to be able to go onto the scaffolding and see the wonderful work up close and the beautiful wood carvings around the edge. The kitchens were particuarly interesting and it was easy to imagine what had work must on gone on in them in past times.
There was also the church to visit, beautiful gardens and woodland, The day ended with a cream tea served in the servants hall.
A very enjoyable day was had by all.
Thanks goes to Karen and the committee for organising.
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