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'A Glimpse of Trebah'

Constantine Arts Society Exhibition. The exhibition will be displayed in the Visitor Centre and Planters Cafe. Paintings will be available for sale.

Fri 26th February - Fri 26th March.


National Gardens Scheme: Open Day at Glendurgan

All admission fees go to the charity.

Sat 13th March from 10.30am – 5.30pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


Mothering Sunday at Trebah
 
All Mums can enjoy free entry to the gardens.
 
Sun 14th March.


Mothering Sunday at The Maritime Museum
 
Mother's Day- Mums Get In Free! at the Maritime Museum
 
The Maritime Museum are offering all Mums FREE entry.
 
Sun 14th March.
 

Oyster Gathering & Seafood Harvest at Mylor Yacht Harbour
 
Oyster Gathering & Seafood Harvest

Celebrate the last oyster gathering weekend of the season, on the last wild oyster beds in the South West & for the last fleet in Europe working under sail and oar. See the oyster fleet in action, then enjoy traditional harbour entertainments including a Skinners and Camel Valley bar & fresh local seafood market. Celebrate the start of the summer with the world's best sparkling wine and seafood at a Camel Valley seafood harvest.
 
Fri 26th March - Sun 28th March

 
Tour of Trerice Garden

A guided tour with the Gardener to learn about the garden’s history and various gardening techniques.

Sat 27th March from 2 to 3.30pm. Normal admission charges apply.


Trebah Talks with Charles Fox about "The History of the Fox Family Gardens"

 

Sat 27th March from 11.30am in The Vinery. Normal garden entry rates apply

Booking essential: 01326 252200


Falmouth Spring Flower Show - The Centenary Year (1910 - 2010)

Falmouth Spring Flower Show

This year it's going to be an extra special show with all the usual classes and wonderful displays of spring flowers.

Come and feast your eyes on tender and exotic rare plants, bonsais, orchids, stunning flower arrangements, plus a photographic competition of local subjects and a children's section. With experts on hand to answer your queries, specialist plants for sale and refreshments available.

Sat 27th from 10am to 5pm and Sun 28th March from 10am to 4pm.

Adults: £3 on the door. Under 16s: Free


David Rust Gallery Exhibition at Trelissick
Gallery Exhibition -David Rust at Trelissick
 
Solo Exhibition by this prolific painter with a collection of coastal works from around the South Cornish Coast. Views are instantly recognizable and headlands, cliffs and bays, invite the onlooker into a world the find pleasingly evocative.
 
Sat 27th March - Sun 18th April

Normal entry fees apply.


Seasonal Garden Walks at Glendurgan

Join a member of the Glendurgan team on a leisurely walk through the garden.

Thu 1st April. Each tour starts at 2pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


Garden Action at Trerice

Learn from the gardeners about tackling a range of jobs.

Sun 4th April from 10.30am to 5pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


National Garden Scheme: Open Day at Trengwainton

All proceeds go to the National Garden Scheme. A free guided tour starts at 2pm.

Sun 4th April from 10.30am – 5pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


Art in the City Festival, Truro

Art in the City Festival

This will be Truro's second Art in the City festival celebrating Truro's art practices; helping to make art accessible to all; exploring new art ideas and ventures in the heart of Cornwall's capital.

Tue 6th - Sun 11th April


Porthleven Food and Music Festival

Porthleven Food & Music Festival

Porthleven Harbour will host many stalls dedicated to Cornish food. And all day, the music stage will have performers playing various types of music.

Fri 23rd - Sun 25th April


Tour of Trerice Garden

A guided tour with the Gardener to learn about the garden’s history and various gardening techniques.

Sat 24th April from 2 to 3.30pm. Normal admission charges apply.


Camborne Trevithick Day

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The annual day of celebration in Camborne.

Sat 24th April


 
Padstow Obby Oss

Padstow Obby Oss

Traditional Cornish May Day Celebrations.

Sat 1st May


St. Ives Literature Festival

St Ives Literature Festival

There will be a host of events each day during the eight days of the festival - readings, talks, workshops and performance.

Sat 1st - Sat 8th May.


May Day Gras, Truro

May Day Gras Truro

A two-day festival of Brazilian dance and percussion with workshops on Saturday and a parade and showcase on Sunday, ending on Lemon Quay.

Sat 1st and Sun 2nd May


Horse and Carriage Weekend at Trelissick

Learn how carriages work and horses are harnessed. Enjoy a carriage ride through Trelissick Park with stunning views of the River Fal.

Sat 1st – Mon 3rd May from 10.30am – 5.30pm. Carriage rides from 12 – 3pm.
A charge of £3.00 per adult and £2.00 per child will be made for the carriage ride.


The Natural Larder at Glendurgan

Discover naturally occurring food with walks around the garden, demonstrations, tastings and recipes to take back home.

Sat 1st and Mon 3rd May from 11am – 4pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


Giant Bolster Weekend, St. Agnes

Giant Bolster Weekend

Legend has it that long ago, there lived in the parish of St Agnes a giant by the name of Bolster. Witness his dastardly deeds in street theatre and pageantry.

Sat 1st - Mon 3rd May


Spring Food Fair at Godolphin

A feast of locally produced food and activities for children.

Sun 2nd and Mon 3rd May from 10am – 4pm.
A charge of £3.00 per adult will be made.


Wet Nose Day at Trengwainton

Bring your dog to celebrate National Pet Month. Activities include a trail through the garden, stalls and agility demonstrations.

Sun 2nd May from 11am – 3pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


National Gardens Scheme: Open Day at Trerice

All proceeds go to the NGS.

Sun 2nd May from 10.30am – 5pm.
Normal admissions charges apply.


Tour of Trerice Garden

A guided tour with the Gardener to learn about the garden’s history and various gardening techniques.

Wed 5th and Sat 22nd May from 2 to 3.30pm. Normal admission charges apply.


Seasonal Garden Walks at Glendurgan

Join a member of the Glendurgan team on a leisurely walk through the garden.

Thu 6th May. Each tour starts at 2pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


Helston Flora Day

Helston Flora Day

Traditional Cornish May Day Celebrations.

Sat 8th May


Trelissick Book Fair

Explore hundreds of antique and modern books for sale. Organised by the PBFA.

Sat 8th May from 10.30am – 4pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


Daphne du Maurier Festival

Daphne du Maurier Festival

The festival is a general arts and literature festival, held in memory of Dame Daphne du Maurier, who lived and wrote in the area. A sparkling mix of star names, guided walks, talks, drama, community events and free entertainment.

Thu 13th - Sat 22nd May


Make a Basket at Godolphin

Using willow, learn how to make a small fruit basket.

Fri 14th May from 10am – 4pm. (Bring a packed lunch).
A charge of £33.00 per person will be made for materials and refreshments.


Bonsai! at Trelissick

The annual Bonsai show at Trelissick with experts to answer your questions.

Sat 15th May and Sun 16th May from 10.30am – 4pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


Falmouth River Festival

Fal River Festival

If you're interested in the environment, the arts or activities on the water, there's something in the festival for you.

Fri 28th May - Sun 6th June


Gribbin Daymark Open Days

The 84ft tower in the Fowey Estuary will be open to visitors. See the spectacular views from this prominent coastal landmark.

Sun 30th May from 11am to 5pm. and 27th June – 12th September from 11am to 5pm.
A charge of 50p per person will be made.


Seasonal Garden Walks at Glendurgan

Join a member of the Glendurgan team on a leisurely walk through the garden.

Thu 3rd June. Each tour starts at 2pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


Tour of Trerice Garden

A guided tour with the Gardener to learn about the garden’s history and various gardening techniques.

Wed 9th and Sat 26th June from 2 to 3.30pm. Normal admission charges apply.


Royal Cornwall Show

Royal Cornwall Show

For three days the Royal Cornwall Show Ground in Wadebridge hosts a 'living town' showcasing the best that Cornwall has to offer.

Thu 10th - Sat 12th June


Falmouth Shout - Falmouth Sea Shanty Festival

Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival

Mark Pilgrim (Managing Director) of Meudon Hotel sings Sea Shanties

Thu 17th - Sat 19th June


Garden Action at Trerice

Learn from the gardeners about tackling a range of jobs.

Sat 26th June from 10.30am to 5pm. Normal admission charges apply.


Storm in a Teacup at Trelissick

20 years after the storm which cleared whole woodlands from the garden, Trelissick are celebrating the views caused by the storm damage.

Sun 27th June from 2 to 4pm.


Mevagissy Feast Week

Mevagissey Feast Week

Various events throughout the week, including fish festival; live music events; processions; dancing; choral events; fishing boat race; raft race; mini triathlon; fete; carnival; spectacular firework display.

Sun 27th June - Sat 3rd July


 
Seasonal Garden Walks at Glendurgan

Join a member of the Glendurgan team on a leisurely walk through the garden.

Thu 1st July. Each tour starts at 2pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


Lafrowda Festival and Day, Penzance

Lafrowda Festival and Day

Lafrowda Festival is an annual event in St. Just in Penwith, Cornwall, in celebration of community arts. Lafrowda Day is on the 17th of July.

Fri 2nd - Sat 17th July


National Gardens Scheme: Open Day at Trerice
 
All proceeds go to the NGS.
Sat 3rd July from 10.30am – 5pm.
Normal admissions charges apply.


Tour of Trerice Garden

A guided tour with the Gardener to learn about the garden’s history and various gardening techniques.

Wed 7th and Sat 17th July from 2 to 3.30pm. Normal admission charges apply.


Garden Action at Trerice

Learn from the gardeners about tackling a range of jobs.

Wed 7th July from 10.30am to 5pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


 
Stithians Show

Stithians Agricultural Show

Cornish Agricultural Show

Mon 12th July


Culdrose Air Day

RNAS Culdrose Air Day
 
The Culdrose Air Day is always a highlight of the aviation year.
 
Wed 28th July


Grand Medieval Joust at Pendennis Castle

Grand Medieval Joust at Pendennis Castle

Enjoy the thrills and spills of medieval jousting and cheer on your favourite knight as our competors break lances in real mounted combat. The knights' teams compete in mounted skill at arms, and further entertainment is provided by our own jester.

Wed 4th and Thu 5th August


Seasonal Garden Walks at Glendurgan

Join a member of the Glendurgan team on a leisurely walk through the garden.

Thu 5th August. Each tour starts at 2pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


 
Falmouth Week

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Sailing Regatta

Sat 7th -Sat 14th August


2010 Pendennis Cup

2010 Pendennis Cup

2010 will see the return of the prestigious Pendennis Cup, run by local superyacht yard Pendennis. The 2010 Pendennis Cup will follow a similar format of superyacht racing as an integral part of Falmouth Week.
 
Mon 9th - Sat 14th August
 

Fowey Regatta Week

Fowey Regatta and Carnival Week

The annual regatta at Fowey is celebrated with a show from the Red Arrows, fireworks, a carnival and live music.

Sun 15th - Sat 21st August


West of England Steam Rally, Stithians

West Of England Steam Rally

The largest steam rally in the South West with over 50 full size steam engines plus stationary and scale steam engines, old time fairground, a large selection of vintage vehicles and moror cycles, stationary engines, heavy horses and more.

Fri 20th - Sun 22nd August


Porthleven Lifeboat Day

Porthleven Lifeboat Day
 
Porthleven Lifeboat day is fun for all the family.
 
Sun 22nd August

Wadebridge Folk Festival
Wadebridge Folk Festival

Fri 27th - Mon 30th August


Newlyn Fish Festival

Newlyn Fish Festival

Celebrate all things fishy in one of Cornwall's most distinctive and original fishing villages. Satify your appetite at the seafood barbeque whilst enjoying the live entertainment and bidding at the seafood auction.

Mon 30th August


Seasonal Garden Walks at Glendurgan

Join a member of the Glendurgan team on a leisurely walk through the garden.

Thu 2nd September. Each tour starts at 2pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


Truro Carnival

Truro Carnival 
 
Truro Carnival has been a tradition in Truro for many years, some residents may recall the days when people would come from all the surrounding villages and towns to take part in the Carnival parade or to just enjoy the atmosphere.
 
Sat 11th September


St. Ives September Festival

St Ives September Festival

Live music, live theatre, dance, art, talks, poetry, comedy & cinema crammed into a 15 day action-packed festival.We have artists from all over the world attending,some familiar to the festival and some here for the first time.
 
Sat 11th - Sat 25th September


Cornwall Food and Drink Festival, Truro

Cornwall Food & Drink Festival 
 
Welcome to the sixth Cornwall Food and Drink Festival. Always guaranteed to create a buzz, it is the largest event anywhere dedicated to Cornish food and drink and this year it's even bigger and more action-packed than ever.

Fri 24th - Sun 26th September


National Gardens Scheme: Open Day at Glendurgan

All admission fees go to the charity.

Sat 25th September from 10.30am to 5.30pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


Seasonal Garden Walks at Glendurgan

Join a member of the Glendurgan team on a leisurely walk through the garden.

Thu 7th October. Each tour starts at 2pm.
Normal admission charges apply.


Falmouth Oyster Festival

Falmouth Oyster Festival 
 
Celebrating the start of the oyster dredging season, Falmouth Oyster Festival is acknowledged as a must travel to event by many visitors from all over the country. Cookery demos, oyster and seafood bars, fantastic music line up and more.

Thu 14th - Sun 17th October


Cornwall Film Festival, Falmouth

Cornwall Film Festival 
 
Cornwall’s eight Film Festival will take place at the recently opened Phoenix Cinema, in the heart of Falmouth.
 
Fri 5th - Sun 7th November


City of Lights, Truro

Truro City of Lights 
 
Giant lanterns made from withy and tissue will line the streets of Truro. Built by local school and community groups, every year the lanterns are more ambitious, inventive and impressive, with this year being no exception.
 
Wed 17th November


St. Piran's Day

St Piran's Day

Take part in the annual pilgrimage from Perran Sands Holiday Park to St. Piran's Oratory and the Celtic Cross and follow the play as it is being performed.
 
Sat 5th March  - time to be confirmed.


Falmouth Farmer’s Market, The Moor

Every Tuesday from 09:00 to 14:00 Contact: Nigel Ekins Tel: 01326 376244
Local produce and crafts on sale in Falmouths lovely open forum.


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