Thursday 19th June 2025
Day Ticket
Mycelium & Myth: A Gathering Beneath the Surface
Step into a day woven with wonder, where roots speak and stories bloom. Join us for a deep and dreamlike journey through the tangled threads of nature, myth, and imagination.
From the whispering woodlands to the hidden networks beneath our feet, this gathering invites you to listen differently — to fungi and folklore and to ancient trees.
A celebration of entangled thinking, sacred landscapes, and the quiet magic of simply noticing the hidden worlds surrounding us.
Our eclectic gathering of speakers for the day will include:
· Merlin Sheldrake, British mycologist &
bestselling author of “Entangled Life”
· Cornish Nature writer Wyl Menmuir and
Dr James Canton
joining us from Essex where James runs the only
Uni Wild Writing MA
· ‘The Lost Folk’ book launch by local author
Lally MacBeth
· Ecologist and Wildlife extraordinaire Dan Ryan
What’s on site
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We encourage you to arrive early, dwell later, and enjoy the gardens. As you enter the site, you’ll find yourself in a woodland clearing, greeted by our enchanting Dial of Destination, a whimsical guide to help you explore the day’s experiences and immersive moments.
Whether you’re drawn to the rich history of Heligan, captivated by horticulture, intrigued by the poetry of Simon Armitage, or simply here to enjoy a magical day out with your family, there’s a path for everyone. And sometimes, the most meaningful journey is the one where you lose yourself a little. In June, the gardens are in full bloom, offering quiet corners, hidden trails, and the kind of beauty that makes you feel, somehow, at home.
Beyond the stage, the festival continues to unfold across the landscape. Walkways meander through meadows alive with colour and pollinators. Pop-up musicians surprise and delight around quiet corners. Wellbeing spaces offer pause, reflection, and a chance to reconnect.
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Family fun awaits in the vibrant Play Meadow, where little adventurers and grown-up explorers alike can enjoy archery, axe throwing, face painting, bubbles galore, and more.
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When it's time to refuel, the Heligan Home Kitchen is open all day, serving delicious home-cooked dishes and soul-nourishing refreshments in a setting that feels like... well, home.
Thursday 19th June 2025
Evening Ticket
Echoes of the past: Indie pop beneath the stars
Welsh-Cornish singer songwriter and Mercury Prize nominated Gwenno takes to our stage with support from singer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Angeline Morrison.
Our evening will begin with singer and songwriter Angeline Morrison who explores traditional song with a deep love, respect and curiosity.
Headlining this special evening will be Gwenno. Best known for her award-winning albums Y Dydd Olaf, Le Kov, and the Mercury Prize-shortlisted Tresor, Gwenno weaves dreamy, otherworldly soundscapes with lyrics in Welsh and Cornish, celebrating minority languages and identity through music that is both bold and deeply personal.
Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering Gwenno and Angeline for the first time, this unforgettable night is not to be missed.
Gardens open from 6pm
Home Stage Starts at 7pm
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Lost Supper - Cooking on Fire with Rupert Cooper. Rupert and the Kitchen team will be firing up Heligan rare breed meats, combined with garden vegetables, bakery breads, enjoyed with a cider cocktail. £50pp
