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Wednesday 21 October 2026
A day visit to The Story of Emily, near Liskeard

Explore Victorian Cornish life in the original Rectory, experience powerful storytelling in the War Rooms museum, and savour South African heritage dishes in our welcoming on-site restaurant. A unique and enriching day out in the heart of Cornwall.

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More info to follow - at the talk on September 9th where forms will be available.


Life of Emily has gained numerous awards since opening in 2024. The museum presents the life of Emily Hobhouse, born in St. Ive in 1860, left for America in 1895 but returned 3 years later and later established ‘South African Women and Children Distress Fund’ during the Boer War. There is much information online.

There are many smallish rooms that breakdown the presentation of history, and to this end, the organisation is quite structured. We will have a timetable, according to our numbers.

They do request that our own food is not consumed on the property, as the restaurant provides light snacks, based on South African recipes. It’s also worth noting that our group price is £7 pp less than normal admission.

COST OF COACH AND ENTRANCE, £39

Pick up Points: Lower South Street, 9.30am. Toby Inn. 9.45am. Return 5.45pm

Car parking charges at Toby Inn £3 cash for the day.

 


Thursday 15 April 2027
Bologna & Ravenna (FULL)

Bologna, Ravenna, Mantua and Ferrara.

Tailored Travel - 6 days and 5 nights 

15ht April 2027 -20th April  

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21 October 2026A day visit to The Story of Emily, near Liskeard
15 April 2027Bologna & Ravenna (FULL)

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A day visit to The Story of Emily, near Liskeard
Wednesday 21 October 2026

Explore Victorian Cornish life in the original Rectory, experience powerful storytelling in the War Rooms museum, and savour South African heritage dishes in our welcoming on-site restaurant. A unique and enriching day out in the heart of Cornwall.

Click here for a booking form

More info to follow - at the talk on September 9th where forms will be available.


Life of Emily has gained numerous awards since opening in 2024. The museum presents the life of Emily Hobhouse, born in St. Ive in 1860, left for America in 1895 but returned 3 years later and later established ‘South African Women and Children Distress Fund’ during the Boer War. There is much information online.

There are many smallish rooms that breakdown the presentation of history, and to this end, the organisation is quite structured. We will have a timetable, according to our numbers.

They do request that our own food is not consumed on the property, as the restaurant provides light snacks, based on South African recipes. It’s also worth noting that our group price is £7 pp less than normal admission.

COST OF COACH AND ENTRANCE, £39

Pick up Points: Lower South Street, 9.30am. Toby Inn. 9.45am. Return 5.45pm

Car parking charges at Toby Inn £3 cash for the day.