History Tour

Step into the past on a tour of Boconnoc House with historian and author Catherine Lorigan.

Boconnoc House, the winner of the 2012 HHA/Sotheby’s Award for Restoration was bought with the proceeds of the Pitt Diamond in 1717. Three prime ministers, a history of duels and the architect Sir John Soane play a part in the story of this unique estate.

Join Historian and Author Catherine Lorigan for a tour of Boconnoc House who will lead this fascinating tour, detailing the stories, history and beautiful paintings on show.

After the tour, guests will be treated to a delicious Cornish cream tea in the Smoking Room, with homemade scones lovingly baked by our Head Housekeeper Kay. Catherine will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. If you have any dietary requirements or allergies, please do let us know by emailing [email protected].

Meet your guide…
Catherine Lorigan was born in London. During many visits to Cornwall to visit relatives, her interest in the history of the county was awakened and her research now concentrates on many things Cornish. She has degrees from the universities of Birmingham, Oxford and Exeter.

Catherine is the author of the book Boconnoc- The History of a Cornish Estate.