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Celebrate 45 years of Cornwall Hospice at The Great Cornish Cream Tea!

On Saturday 19 September 2026, join us for something bold, joyful and unmistakably Cornish. Thousands of people. Tonnes of jam (first) and cream. Gallons of tea. And one goal: to bring the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the largest cream tea party, home to Cornwall!

The Great Cornish Cream Tea is a celebration of everything Cornwall does best – community, generosity and shared moments – marking 45 years of Cornwall Hospice. Families, friends, neighbours, supporters and businesses will gather side by side at the Royal Cornwall Showground, ready to become world record breakers.

Join the party!

Let’s bring it home to Cornwall!

Event Date
Saturday 19th September
Location
The Royal Cornwall Events Centre, Wadebridge
Ticket price
£10 per ticket (+75p booking fee)
Time
12pm arrival with an anticipated finish time of 4.30pm
Tickets close
Monday 14th September
Event contact details
Email events@cornwallhospice.org

Call 01726 66868 (option 3 for Fundraising)

Cups will be raised, scones enjoyed and history made together. Expect an electric atmosphere as the countdown begins, the excitement builds, and thousands of people share the same unforgettable experience – all for an incredible local cause.

Every ticket helps make every moment matter. Your support enables Cornwall Hospice to provide compassionate, specialist end of life care for people across Cornwall, and for the families and carers who support them – when it matters most.

On the day, there’s even more to enjoy. Browse the pop‑up Cornwall Hospice charity shop, pick up exclusive event merchandise, try your luck with our on‑the‑day raffle and instant cash‑win scratch cards, and soak up the buzz of an event filled with warmth and purpose.

Whether you’re bringing your family for a memorable day out, gathering friends to celebrate something truly Cornish, or hosting your team for a meaningful corporate experience, this is your chance to be part of something big.

Book your seats.
Bring your people.
Make history together.

Let’s fill the hall, raise our scones, and show the world what Cornwall can do – always jam first!

Ready to become world record breakers? When you book, you’re signing up to enjoy every bite and help bring the record home.

Buy Tickets Event FAQs

Cream of the Crop

This event wouldn’t be possible without our Record Partners.

Rodda’s

Scone Setters

These sponsors are helping us set the record.

Kingdom & Sparrow

Brew Crew

Email events@cornwallhospice.org if your business wants to join the Brew Crew!

Jam Fam

Email events@cornwallhospice.org if your business wants to join the Jam Fam!

Fluid Branding

Frequently asked questions

Can you cater to dietary requirements?

As this is an official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ attempt, we have to follow strict guidelines around what can be served.

We’re able to offer:

Gluten‑free scones

Dairy‑free alternatives

Decaffeinated tea

Any dietary options must be selected at the time of booking. Unfortunately, we can’t make changes later, and Cornwall Hospice can’t accept responsibility if the wrong option is chosen.

If you have allergies or dietary restrictions, it’s up to you to decide whether it’s safe for you to take part.

For full details, please see the Terms & Conditions.

How are seats allocated?

Seats are allocated on a first‑come, first‑served basis.

If you’re booking as a group, please make sure you book all tickets in one transaction so you can be seated together. We’re unable to make changes to the seating plan once a booking has been completed.

If anyone in your group needs wheelchair access, your whole group will be seated together at one of our wheelchair‑accessible tables.

Do I have to take part in the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ attempt?

Yes. By buying a ticket, you’re agreeing to take part in the record attempt unless event staff tell you otherwise.

This includes following instructions from staff, stewards and record officials – these are essential to make sure the attempt counts.

Can children take part? If so, is there a minimum age?

There’s no minimum age to attend the event.

However, to be counted towards the world record, every participant (including children) must:

Eat their entire portion of scone, jam and cream

Drink a cup of English breakfast tea (decaf tea and smaller cups will be available)

We’ll have smaller portion options available to select at checkout for little appetites.

If children or vulnerable people attend, ticket holders are responsible for their supervision and for deciding whether the event is suitable for them.

Do I have to eat it all?

Yes. To be included in the world record count, you must:

Eat your entire portion of scone, jam and cream

Drink all of the tea in your cup

Sharing food, leaving anything unfinished, or bringing unauthorised food or drink means you won’t be counted.

How do I make a group booking?

If you’d like to sit together, all group tickets must be booked at the same time.

Once a booking is made, we’re unable to adjust seating.

How do I get there?

Free parking will be available on site at the Royal Cornwall Showground.

Further details, including public transport information, will be shared by email closer to the event.

When can I arrive?

You’ll be able to arrive at the Showground from 11:30am, with doors opening from 12:00pm.

To be counted in the world record attempt, you must:

Arrive within the arrival window we share before the event

Be seated and ready before the attempt starts

Remain in place for the full duration of the attempt unless instructed otherwise

Late arrivals may not be able to take part, and in some cases may not be admitted at all. Unfortunately, this would be without refund.

Can I get a refund if I can’t attend?

Tickets are sold primarily as charitable fundraising contributions.

You must cancel your booking by 19 August 2026 to be considered for a refund. Any bookings made or cancelled after this date won’t qualify.

Refunds aren’t available if you:

Don’t attend

Arrive late

Don’t follow event instructions

Not attending, arriving late, or failing to follow instructions does not qualify for a refund.

When will we know if you’ve broken the record?

We’ll be joined by an official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS adjudicator on the day of the event who will verify our record attempt and announce whether we’re all record breakers right there and then.

Can I buy a ticket on the day?

No – tickets must be bought in advance through official channels.

Tickets can’t be resold, used for promotions, or transferred for profit. Anyone not following the rules may be refused entry or asked to leave, without refund.

Is this event accessible?

The Royal Cornwall Showground is wheelchair‑accessible and has accessible toilet facilities.

Please note that this will be a busy and noisy event. If you’re booking for someone with sensory sensitivity, we recommend taking this into account.

Further accessibility information for Royal Cornwall Showground events will be shared closer to the day.

What should I do if I have an allergy or medical condition?

Taking part is always your choice. If you have an allergy, intolerance or medical condition, it’s important that you decide whether it’s safe for you to take part. Dietary options must be selected at the time of booking, and only the food provided as part of the attempt can be consumed. If you’re unsure, we recommend carefully reviewing the available options before booking. For full details, please see the Terms & Conditions.

Are dogs allowed?

Assistance dogs only are welcome at the venue.

Please bear in mind that this will be a busy, loud environment, and dogs must remain with and under the control of their handler at all times.

Can I bring my own food and drink?

You’re welcome to eat and drink before the record attempt begins, but during the official attempt itself, only the food and drink provided by the event can be consumed.

This is essential for the attempt to count. Bringing in or sharing additional food or drink during the attempt would mean you can’t be included in the record.

We also recommend keeping your appetite for the record attempt, as you’ll need to consume the entire portion provided to be counted.

Are there ticket concessions?

Tickets are sold primarily as charitable fundraising contributions and are a flat fee of £10.00 for participants of all ages.

What could mean that I’m not counted towards the record?

You won’t be included if you:

Don’t finish the full portion of cream tea provided to you

Share food or bring extra unauthorised food

Ignore instructions or disrupt the process of the event

Decisions made by the organisers and GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS officials are final.

What if the event is cancelled or postponed?

Occasionally things outside our control happen, such as severe weather or safety issues.

If the event is cancelled, we may:

Transfer your ticket to a new date, or

Retain the ticket amount as a charitable donation (where legally allowed)

We’re unable to cover additional costs like travel or accommodation if the event has to be cancelled or postponed.

Will you be taking photos and videos?

Yes. Photography and filming will take place for:

World record verification

Charity fundraising and marketing

Media and press coverage

By attending, you’re agreeing that Cornwall Hospice and GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ may use images or recordings of you. If you don’t want to be recorded, please don’t attend.

How is my data used?

We look after your personal data in line with UK data protection laws and our Privacy Policy.

Information may be shared with trusted partners involved in delivering the event and verifying the world record.

For full details, please see the Terms & Conditions.

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