The Cockleshell Dress
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The Cockleshell Dress goes on display at Lanhydrock in Newquay from 28 August 2026. The garment, featured in the National Trust’s 100 Things To Wear, will be exhibited in the house. Admission is required to view the display.
Featured in the National Trust publication 100 Things To Wear, the Cockleshell Dress will be on display in the House this autumn.
Worn by Mary Agar-Robartes at an early twentieth-century fancy-dress party, the costume was inspired by the nursery rhyme Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary, complete with silver bells and cockle shells. Decorated with shimmering metal threads, sequins and shell motifs, it is one of Lanhydrock's most distinctive costumes.
After seeing the dress, be inspired to party and practise your dance skills in the Bay Bedroom.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
The Cockleshell Dress takes place on Friday, 28 August 2026 at 12:00. The event runs until Sunday, 27 September 2026.
The Cockleshell Dress is held at Lanhydrock in Newquay (Bodmin, Cornwall).
Tickets for The Cockleshell Dress can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Editorial Summary
The Cockleshell Dress goes on display at Lanhydrock in Newquay from 28 August 2026. The garment, featured in the National Trust’s 100 Things To Wear, will be exhibited in the house. Admission is required to view the display.
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Organiser’s full description
Featured in the National Trust publication 100 Things To Wear, the Cockleshell Dress will be on display in the House this autumn.
Worn by Mary Agar-Robartes at an early twentieth-century fancy-dress party, the costume was inspired by the nursery rhyme Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary, complete with silver bells and cockle shells. Decorated with shimmering metal threads, sequins and shell motifs, it is one of Lanhydrock's most distinctive costumes.
After seeing the dress, be inspired to party and practise your dance skills in the Bay Bedroom.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is The Cockleshell Dress?
The Cockleshell Dress takes place on Friday, 28 August 2026 at 12:00. The event runs until Sunday, 27 September 2026.
Where is The Cockleshell Dress taking place?
The Cockleshell Dress is held at Lanhydrock in Newquay (Bodmin, Cornwall).
How do I get tickets for The Cockleshell Dress?
Tickets for The Cockleshell Dress can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Lanhydrock
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