Visit for less with Great British Summer Savings | Read more

Home
Book Garden Tickets
Plan Your Visit
What’s On
About
Tremenheere Gallery
Weddings
Tremenheere Kitchen
Shop Online
Sign up for news

Plan Your Visit Opening Times Find Us

Drawing Near – Tremenheere Gallery

Drawing Near – Tremenheere Gallery

Instagram

Remember the Great Eclipse of 1999? ☀ On 11 Augus

Remember the Great Eclipse of 1999? ☀

On 11 August 1999, Cornwall found itself in the path of a total solar eclipse, an extraordinary moment when the day briefly turned to darkness.

But did you know that the eclipse also played a special part in the story of Tremenheere’s #JamesTurrell Skyspace?

James Turrell came to Tremenheere in 1998 while looking for a place from which to observe the eclipse. A temporary Skyspace was created here for the occasion, bringing together Turrell’s fascination with light, sky and perception with one of nature’s most spectacular events.

That temporary structure was the beginning of something much more permanent.

Today, Tewlwolow Kernow, Cornish for ‘Twilight in Cornwall’, sits amongst the gardens, inviting visitors to pause, look up and experience the changing sky through Turrell’s carefully designed aperture. As the light changes, so does the way we perceive the space above us.

Come and experience the Skyspace for yourself, and see what the sky looks like through Turrell’s eyes ✨

And tonight, 27 years later, we have another reason to look up at the sky. Perhaps it’s a fitting moment to remember where the story of Tewlwolow Kernow began.

#JamesTurrell #TewlwolowKernow #SolarEclipse #1999Eclipse

Ever wondered what a six-year-old makes of Tremenh

Ever wondered what a six-year-old makes of Tremenheere’s sculptures? 👀

This summer, we’re handing over to our youngest art critic!

🎥 ‘A Six-Year-Old’s Guide to Tremenheere’s Sculptures – Part 1’, filmed by @karldavies, captures the curiosity and imagination that makes exploring art through a child’s eyes so much fun.

If you’re looking for something a little different to do over the summer holidays, why not bring the family along and see what your little ones discover?

Watch Part 1 – we’d love to hear which sculpture is your favourite!

Featured:
Untitled by @kishiosuga
Minotaur by @timshawsculptor
Black Mound by David Nash
Ducking Stool by @tamsyn_challenger

#ExploreCornwall #SummerHolidays #FamilyDaysOut #Cornwall

Damien Hirst. Grayson Perry. Paula Rego. Jake & Di

Damien Hirst. Grayson Perry. Paula Rego. Jake & Dinos Chapman. James Turrell.

Yes, you read that right 👀

This summer, Tremenheere Gallery is proud to present @pauperspress – an extraordinary exhibition celebrating one of Britain’s most influential print studios.

For over 40 years, Paupers Press has collaborated with many of the UK’s leading contemporary artists, producing exceptional limited-edition prints that push the boundaries of the medium.

The exhibition brings together works by Jake & Dinos Chapman, Mat Collishaw, Damien Hirst, Christopher Le Brun, Andrew Litten, Grayson Perry, Hughie O’Donoghue, Paula Rego, Bob & Roberta Smith, James Turrell, Samuel Bassett, Sarah Ball, Caroline Walker, Tracey Emin, Brian Eno and Chris Ofili.

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply curious about contemporary art, this is a rare opportunity to experience these remarkable works together in Cornwall.

📍 Tremenheere Gallery, Cornwall

The exhibition runs across both floors of the Gallery will be open Tuesday - Saturday, 11am-4pm. Entry is free with most works available to purchase.

#PaupersPress #Printmaking #DamienHirst #GraysonPerry #PaulaRego

A magical surprise this morning; a welcome shower

A magical surprise this morning; a welcome shower of rain! The sound of raindrops dancing through the garden and the fresh, earthy scent afterwards were just what the plants needed after the heatwave.

For now, it feels like a subtropical rainforest, with every leaf glistening with life. Now the sunshine is beginning to return 🌿🌦️

Follow on Instagram

[email protected]
01736 448089
|
Press
Privacy Policy
Terms and Conditions
Sitemap
FAQs
Where we Love! Things to do in Penzance

copyright 2026

Review My Order

0

Suggested for you

Subtotal

Taxes & shipping calculated at checkout

0

Notifications

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.