PondLife! at Cotehele Quay

Discover weird and wonderful creatures in the pond at Cotehele Quay with monthly drop-in, pond dipping sessions. 

Booking not needed. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue. 

Saturdays, 1 March, 5 April, 3 May, 7 June, 5 July, 2 August, 6 September, 4 October and 1 November 2025, 10:30am to 1pm 

Join us as we hunt for the creatures which live in (and on!) the pond. Watch the water closely, or have a go at pond dipping, and identify any insects, fish, or amphibians you may find. 

First come first served as limited space on the pond platform. 

Children welcome, but adult supervision required at all times.  

Meet at the Pond Dipping platform located behind the car park at Cotehele Quay. 

Access to the pond dipping platform is step-free, however this is via grass at the end of the car park. 

This event is subject to cancellation in event of poor weather. Please check out social media feeds and website nearer each event. 

For further information call 01579 351346, email [email protected] or visit the website, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cotehele