Visit Penlee House & Museum

Penlee House is a gallery, museum, cafe and shop. Situated within Penlee Park, a space to reflect and great for family visits.

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A space for exhibitions & events

Alongside our Exhibition programme we run a variety of community events and workshops. The Newlyn School and Social history galleries change often. Find out what’s on.

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A space to learn

Penlee House is committed to lifelong learning. We run workshops for all age groups and offer a school workshop programme.

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A space for all

Built in 1865, as the home of the Branwell family. Penlee House is home to many paintings by members of the Newlyn School. It is also home to the Penzance Natural History and Antiquarian Society collection.

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You can search and browse our collections online. We also have a section dedicated to the Newlyn School.

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Friends of Penlee House Repeat Guided Tour of the Sheila Hichens Collection of Newlyn School Art

March 24 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Friends of Penlee House Repeat Guided Tour of the Sheila Hichens Collection of Newlyn School Art

Discover the remarkable Sheila Hichens Collection at The Steward’s House on St Michael’s St. Michael’s Mount with Cath Wallace- Art Historian.

This exceptional collection features more than 40 works by celebrated Newlyn School artists, including Walter Langley, Stanhope Forbes, Laura Knight, and Harold Harvey. Together, these powerful paintings capture everyday life in West Cornwall before the mid-20th century.

Hosted by the Friends of Penlee House, this exclusive guided tour offers a rare opportunity to experience a culturally significant collection in a truly unique setting.

🎟 Tickets:
£20 for Friends of Penlee House
£25 for General Admission

📆 Tuesday 24 March
📍 Meeting point: Stewards House, St Michael’s Mount
🕑 Time: 2 pm

Please note: Entry to the Castle or Gardens is not included and must be booked separately. Limited mobility transport to the Mount may be available — contact Judith Summers at [email protected]
for details.

Spaces are limited — early booking is recommended!

Venue

  • St Michael’s Mount, Marazion