What's On and Things To Do Around Cornwall

Did you know that in its heyday, the Mount’s harbourside village was home to over 300 islanders and by 1811, there were 53 houses, 4 streets, 3 schools and 3 public houses' From digging into the history of the village and harbour life, to the conservation of our castle, connect with the island and its

Get closer to nature at Britain’s most southerly point. The unique geology and maritime climate makes Lizard Point a perfect environment for a variety of flora and fauna. To see and learn more about the abundance of wildlife that lives here visit our Wil. Booking Not Needed. Children very welcome.

Discover the lives of the women that worked at Levant Mine. As part of the Women on the Tin Coast: The Double Shift programme, visit the temporary exhibition at Levant to find out about the women that worked at the mine. Based on the records for Levant Mine from 1844-1920, discover the stories of the bal maidens a.

Come and view the exhibition in the King’s Room which is part of the Groundwork season of international contemporary art in Cornwall, organised by the Helston-based arts organisation CAST.

A unique chance to experience life beyond the castle walls and meet one of the gardening team, including Head Gardener Lottie Allen. Learn what the four strong team do day-to-day and hear about the history and current design of the garden. Booking Not Needed.

Celebrating the 100th anniversary of women securing the vote, ’I Dare’ tells the story of how, in 1931, the ’straightforward and modest’ Ida Copeland defeated fascist Oswald Mosley to become MP for Stoke-on-Trent.

A quirky collection of quilts from Victorian bedspreads to modern masterpieces on display throughout the house. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Climb aboard the 22ft ’Nancy Belle’ and take a ride up the river. Starting from Cotehele Quay the ’Shamrock’s’ support boat, ’Nancy Belle’, will head up the river Tamar past riverside woodlands, under the railway viaduct, past Calstock and deeper into the valley towards...

If you’d like to find out more about Lanhydrock’s beautiful listed garden, then come along to one of our free garden tours. Volunteer guides lead you around the formal garden on most weekdays, sharing their knowledge and answering your questions.

Cotehele’s First World War exhibition features photos, trench art and personal items loaned from members of the local community. Not many people are aware that Cotehele House is a war memorial.

Cotehele Gallery exhibits and sells the work of West Country artists and craft makers. This exhibition features the work of local landscape watercolour painter Peter Dolbear and handcrafted mirrors created by Joan Bose. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Brand new circus in town for one week only ! Acts from across the globe inc Las Vegas, Czech republic, Romania and many more. Great family fun for all ages

Want to meet new people' Why not spend a day out in the fresh air and play a part in the National Trust’s important conversation work. It’s balsam pulling season so come along and help us remove this invasive weed to allow our native plants and wildlife to flourish. Booking Advisable.

This summer we’re hosting a series of coastal walks across National Trust sites from St Agnes Head to Chapel Porth. Laced with nature and the flow of the ocean, each walk includes stories of folklore, mining, shipwrecks and local characters in a two hour exploration of the coastline.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Join guided walk of the Godolphin estate, and discover the varied countryside and history of this important site. Join a guided walk of the wider estate at Godolphin and discover the nature and history at this important site.

This year marks the bicentenary of Humphry Repton who designed the spectacular landscaped garden at Antony. This walk and talk with the garden team will give you an insight into the celebrated designer. The tour includes a rare opportunity to view the Bath House. Donations welcome. Booking Not Needed.

Join us for a guided coastal wildlife walk. On route you will be introduced to local wildflowers, Atlantic grey seals and the history of the Cornish choughs with the possibility of seeing them too. Our Rangers will be on hand to tell you more about the gr. Booking Not Needed.

Enjoy the tranquility of the Olive Grove and School Room in our Silent Space in the garden. Explore the opportunities to reflect without interruptions of daily life! Silent Space is an initiative building on the success of a pilot study last year.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

The Polperro Wreckers will be singing on home turf (or maybe not - the Green isn’t very green!) for the lovely Polperro Festival on the evening of Wednesday 20th June.

Join the conservation team to find out how they look after a house full of personal treasures collected by generations of the Carew Pole family right up to the present day. Booking Not Needed.

Adventure down to Cotehele Mill on Thursdays and Sundays to see the mill in action. The millers grind organic wholemeal flour. You can watch the grinding and bagging on Thursdays and Sundays (water dependent) and buy a bag to take home. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

Weekly guided walks of the Lanhydrock Estate. Discover areas you may not have been before or learn something new about Lanhydrock. Weekly walks run from 5 April until 26 October. If you would like to join in, meet us Thursdays outside reception at 2pm. Everyone is welcome, including dogs. Just m.

Watch the millers mill on Thursdays and Sundays. The millers grind organic wholemeal flour. You can watch the grinding and bagging on Thursdays and Sundays (water dependent) and buy a bag to take home. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

A seasonal pudding club inside the historic Edgcumbe tea-room on the banks of the river Tamar on Cotehele Quay. Start with a bowl of soup then indulge in four homemade desserts created from the best of the season’s ingredients. If you love puddings, this is a night out you won’t want to miss.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Mazey Day is Market Day! And we’re back with an excellent selection of local and regional makers for you, with work in ceramics, jewellery, textiles and print. If you would like to take part, see our Social Media feeds for more details. Deadline 1 May.

The 1-acre garden is a mass of rambling roses and clematis. Ponds and borders alike are filled with plants, many rarely seen in gardens. National Collection of clematis viticella cvs can be seen in garden and display tunnel, along with a huge range of other climbing plants.

Step back in time and meet Quaker Anna Maria Fox, the niece of Alfred and Sarah Fox who began Glendurgan in the 1820s.

Next to medieval church and on the site of an old rectory and there are still signs in places of that long gone building. A garden full of surprises, formal paths and steps lead up from the flower beds to extensive vegetable and soft fruit area.

Essentially a plantsman’s garden. Winding paths take you through a series of themed rooms housing both familiar and rare and unusual plants. Higher up, a wild flower garden leads through a formal rose garden to a raised viewpoint with spectacular views of Caradon Hill and Bodmin Moor.

Discover the cold war secrets hidden up on Nare Head. Join our tours by local expert Lawrence Holmes and find out the stories behind what went on in a nuclear bunker as well as the nearby, strangely named, starfish bunker. The nuclear bunker is the only preserved ROC nuclear bunker in the south west open to.

4 acres round C17 farmhouse in peaceful pastoral setting. Yr-round interest. Emphasis on tender, unusual plants, structure and form. C16 courtyard, listed garden walls, yew rooms, vegetable garden, traditional potting shed, orchard, new woodland area with childrens’ interest, palm and gravel garden.

Join family and friends for a stroll around garden and estate, finishing off with a hearty roast within the Barn Restaurant or The Edgcumbe tea-room on Cotehele Quay. Happiness is a Sunday roast, drop by to the Barn Restaurant or pre-book a seat at The Edgcumbe tea-room on Cotehele Quay.

Find out all there is to know about bees and beekeeping from a local expert. Join a presentation by local beekeeper Tim Payne from City Bees and find out about the ancient art of beekeeping. Talks at 2pm, 2.45pm and 3.30pm. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Take on the Trust10 challenge at Godolphin, a free 10k trail running event that allows you to explore the wider estate. Join us on the 4th Sunday of every month and explore Godolphin’s wider estate by taking on this 10k multi-terrain route. Registration is at 8.

If you missed the Volunteer Open Day but are looking for something to do in the summer holidays or make some new friends then this could be the opportunity for you. Antony are hosting four drop-in sessions for you to find out about our opportunities.

Truro Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society presents ‘Little Women‘, a timeless and captivating story, based on Louisa May Alcott’s critically acclaimed book.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

On selected Wednesday evenings throughout June, July & August Polperro Fishermen’s Choir can be seen ‘at home’ on the fish quay in Polperro, entertaining locals and tourists alike.

Meet Lanhydrock’s hugely experienced gardening team who will share their knowledge and experience about the planting and maintenance of the herbaceous border. Booking Essential. Phone: 01208 265950.

Roseland Parc retirement village is opening its doors this June, providing visitors with the ideal opportunity to experience village life first hand. Join us on Thursday 28th June from 10am -12.30pm for a hot drink and a slice of cake and take a look behind the scenes at our award-winning retirement village.

The Flower Festival is entitled ’Pillars of Faith’ and largely consists of floral displays depicting the key moments in the lives of St Peter and St. Paul. A concert will be given by a well known local choir, the NoteAbility Choir on Thursday 28th June at 7.

Explore areas that are usually closed to visitors and meet the staff and volunteers who care for Cotehele. We’ll throw open the doors for you to explore areas usually closed to visitors.

An evening of Magick, Mystery, Laughter, Music and Dancing with four amazing acts. Jonah’s Lift an electric, high energy folk/rock band whose music will get you off your feet and dancing.

Learn the history of Trerice’s archaeology with a specially scheduled volunteer walking tour of Trerice and discover it’s history as a medieval manor farm. Booking Not Needed.

A Festival of Music will be held in Helland, near Bodmin, on 29th and 30th June with all proceeds going to Cornwall Hospice Care. On Friday 29th June there will be a concert in Helland Church at 7.

acre cottage garden, designed and completely maintained by the owners over the past 25 yrs. Many seating areas - down by the river, in courtyard garden, fire pit corner, and on rose terrace. Wisteria walk, potting shed, greenhouse, summerhouse, office (once the tree house!

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Relax in the Orchard to the sound of some of Cornwall’s finest live bands. Bring a rug and make the most of the food and drink for sale, including vegetarian options and a licensed bar. Buy your tickets before the night and save money.

Organised by Witches for Witches, Pagans and the Curious Over 50 Pagan Themed Stalls 8 talks/Workshops Take your photo with a real Owl Henna, facepainting, hairbraiding There will be a Crystal ball juggler to start proceedings on Saturday morning and Sunday there will be Mead tasting.

Cream Tea with home made scones only £2.50 Small Tombola. On the green if dry. In the hall if wet.

Soak in fantastic views and fresh air whilst helping to keep this beautiful beach clean. We meet in the morning on the first Monday each month at 10am. Gloves, bags and litter-pickers provided. Just bring your enthusiasm to help out for an hour or so. Booking Not Needed.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Soak in fantastic views and fresh air whilst helping to keep this beautiful beach clean. We meet in the afternoon on the first Monday each month. Gloves, bags and litter-pickers provided. Just bring your enthusiasm to help out for an hour or so. Booking Not Needed.

Open to everyone. Bring your own craft and share the companionship of like minded people. Knitting, sewing, crochet, card making, anything you like. Admission £1, includes tea/coffee. First and Third Wednesday every month.

Grab your running shoes and join us on the coast path for the second of three guided trail runs we’re hosting this summer. Gathering at Glebe Cliff, a cliff top meadow perched high above the sea, we’ll head out along the coast famed for its impressive geology and Arthurian legend.

It’s our annual Crystals and Crafts Show. Open from 10am till 5pm the show is a culmination of months of planning. The stalls range from minerals, gems and fossils from International and National traders complimented with many local crafts, as well as faery fun!

THE GOONVREA SINGERs (Director: Joyce Robson Accompanist: Clive Ellison) Will present a lunch time concert in Falmouth Parish Church, with solos; duets; choruses from popular Sacred; British Song; Opera & Musical Theatre repertoire. The concerts commence at 12noon & last for about an hour.

Help us keep Hemmick beach beautiful. Can you spare half an hour or so to help us keep Hemmick beach looking beautiful, and safer for wildlife' Booking Not Needed. Children welcome with a supervising adult. Dogs on leads welcome.

Busy, popular Antique and Collectors Market from 10am till 1pm every first Saturday of each month . Lots on offer Books postcards glass ceramics tools jewellery to suit all tastes, collectables of all kinds, the odd the rare and the unusual you will find it all here.

Take the opportunity to discover this important historic house in Cornwall, during the house open week. The historic Godolphin house is open; soak up the atmosphere and history as you wander through each room.

As part of National Meadows Day join us for a few hours taking on an age old plant; common ragwort. Ragwort is a plant that’s really good for wildlife, but it’s also very invasive and we need volunteers to help the rangers control its spread. Booking Essential. Phone: 01208 863821.

Created by artist owner, the 2 acre garden surrounding the Georgian house has been designed to create dazzling displays of vivid colour and plant harmonies. Each garden room is designed with a different palette of colour. For the opening in July the Vean garden and walled garden will be looking their best.

Starting in front of Trelissick House, this is an off-road run around parkland where you’ll enjoy some fantastic views of the stunning River Fal. The event is open to anyone who wishes to walk, jog or run 1.5k or 3k! Fancy dress is encouraged (please seek sponsorship).

Come along and find out more about St Anthony Head; the place, the people, the wildlife and the history. Hidden under tons of earth for decades, the battery at St Anthony Head was pretty forgotten.

Tennis nets made out of bunting set in glorious surrounds. Game. Set. Match. This is tennis with a National Trust twist. Tennis equipment ready for your minis to use. Think garden tennis at its best rather than professionally trimmed lawn. Onlookers might feel the need for a cream tea on the sideline.

Small town garden developed over 5yrs by enthusiastic amateur gardeners. Herbaceous borders, rockery. Tropicals incl bananas, gingers and senecio. Stream and water features. Roof gardens. Butterfly house new this year. Many areas to sit and view.

A great opportunity to see the National Collection of over six hundred Hemerocallis. Commonly known as daylilies, there are over six hundred varieties of Hemerocallis at Antony. Learn all about them on a guided walk and talk plus see inside the walled garden, open for a limited period only. Booking Not Needed.

This summer we’re hosting a series of coastal walks across National Trust sites from St Agnes Head to Chapel Porth. Laced with nature and the flow of the ocean, each walk includes stories of folklore, mining, shipwrecks and local characters in a two hour exploration of the coastline.

If you’d like to find out more about Lanhydrock’s beautiful listed garden, then come along to one of our free garden tours. Volunteer guides lead you around the formal garden on most weekdays, sharing their knowledge and answering your questions.

Cotehele’s First World War exhibition features photos, trench art and personal items loaned from members of the local community. Not many people are aware that Cotehele House is a war memorial.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Get closer to nature at Britain’s most southerly point. The unique geology and maritime climate makes Lizard Point a perfect environment for a variety of flora and fauna. To see and learn more about the abundance of wildlife that lives here visit our Wil. Booking Not Needed. Children very welcome.

Did you know that in its heyday, the Mount’s harbourside village was home to over 300 islanders and by 1811, there were 53 houses, 4 streets, 3 schools and 3 public houses' From digging into the history of the village and harbour life, to the conservation of our castle, connect with the island and its

Discover the lives of the women that worked at Levant Mine. As part of the Women on the Tin Coast: The Double Shift programme, visit the temporary exhibition at Levant to find out about the women that worked at the mine. Based on the records for Levant Mine from 1844-1920, discover the stories of the bal maidens a.

Adventure down to Cotehele Mill on Thursdays and Sundays to see the mill in action. The millers grind organic wholemeal flour. You can watch the grinding and bagging on Thursdays and Sundays (water dependent) and buy a bag to take home. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

Newquay we are coming home !! It’s Here our 2018 Creating Memories Tour!! From breath taking stunts, laugh out loud comedy to beautiful artistry, the Paulos family have created a show to give you and your family ever lasting memories. All seats £7pp Anday Anyshow !

Join National Trust rangers and Polzeath Marine Conservation Group volunteers to discover and learn about the amazing marine life found on the rocky shores of Polzeath. The Polzeath Voluntary Marine Conservation Area was launched in 1995.

Watch the millers mill on Thursdays and Sundays. The millers grind organic wholemeal flour. You can watch the grinding and bagging on Thursdays and Sundays (water dependent) and buy a bag to take home. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

For the first time in 10 years, Europe’s greatest equestrian theatre show SPIRIT OF THE HORSE is coming to Royal Cornwall Showgrounds with a spectacular new production for 2018 – RENAISSANCE.

Unearth how this historic house would have looked over 600 years ago and find out what life was like in Tintagel long before the building became the post office. Let your little treasures become archaeologists for the day with hands-on activities. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Pick up your count sheet and head to a quiet spot either in the garden or around the mill to see how many varieties of butterfly you can see enjoying this special place with you. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Working together, RFU England and the National Trust bring you the fourth annual beach touch rugby tournament and family activity day on Marazion beach. Open to all aged 9 years and upwards, this 5-a-side touch rugby tournament is great fun for adults and kids, experienced and novice players alike.

Soak in fantastic views and fresh air whilst helping to keep our beautiful beaches along the Helford River clean. We meet seasonally on a Sunday morning to carry out beach cleans in the North Helford countryside including Durgan beach at the foot of Glendurgan Garden. Gloves, bags and litter-pickers are provided.

Brunel’s GWR viaduct is a magnificent backdrop to this all yr-round garden created by the current owners over the past 30 years. Both sun and shade plantings with significant herbaceous borders and an extensive rockery.

Join family and friends for a stroll around garden and estate, finishing off with a hearty roast within the Barn Restaurant or The Edgcumbe tea-room on Cotehele Quay. Happiness is a Sunday roast, drop by to the Barn Restaurant or pre-book a seat at The Edgcumbe tea-room on Cotehele Quay.

Help us maintain this historic castle site by reducing the amount of bracken growing there. We will be using big sticks to bash down the bracken. Sturdy footwear, long trousers and long-sleeved shirts required. Booking Advisable. Phone: 01288 331372.

Sue’s published sketchbooks of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly have firmly established her as one of Cornwall’s leading artists. Sue is back at Trelissick this summer hosting a series of watercolour workshops.

Stithians Show which was established in 1834 is one of the largest one day agricultural shows in the Country. Permanent Showground with good road structure. Ample free car parking.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

This year marks the bicentenary of Humphry Repton who designed the spectacular landscaped garden at Antony. This walk and talk with the garden team will give you an insight into the celebrated designer. The tour includes a rare opportunity to view the Bath House. Donations welcome. Booking Not Needed.

Join us for a guided coastal wildlife walk. On route you will be introduced to local wildflowers, Atlantic grey seals and the history of the Cornish choughs with the possibility of seeing them too. Our Rangers will be on hand to tell you more about the gr. Booking Not Needed.

Join guided walk of the Godolphin estate, and discover the varied countryside and history of this important site. Join a guided walk of the wider estate at Godolphin and discover the nature and history at this important site.

Expect to go within, to dance on the earth, to connect deeply. Enter the cave and let Sika’s ancient sounds transport you to a different place and time. This will be a powerful performance weaving sound, music and story. Sika composed this shamanic piece especially for this extraordinary venue.

Evening of Mediumship ** THE CLUB HOUSE **. - Bude & North Cornwall Golf Club Wednesday 18th July - 7.30pm Psychic Medium Nikki Kitt is a Spiritualist Medium who is currently touring the UK with her successful Psychic / Mediumship Evenings.

Weekly guided walks of the Lanhydrock Estate. Discover areas you may not have been before or learn something new about Lanhydrock. Weekly walks run from 5 April until 26 October. If you would like to join in, meet us Thursdays outside reception at 2pm. Everyone is welcome, including dogs. Just m.

For the first time in 10 years, Europe’s greatest equestrian theatre show SPIRIT OF THE HORSE is coming to Stithians Showground with a spectacular new production for 2018 – RENAISSANCE.

Start the summer right by coming along to this amazing tribute to ABBA! Sing and dance to all the hits, while enjoying our underground bar!

Enjoy a rare out of hours experience to meet our keepers and learn about the animals they look after. Explore the zoo at your own pace and listen to interactive talks from the experts. A one off event for all ages to learn about the animals you love, including their characteristics, what they eat and much more.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Annual Charity Truck Show in aid of Children’s Hospice South West and Cornwall Air Ambulance, loads of HGV and light commercial vehicles on display, radio control truck display, kids entertainment and refreshments. Camping available on site with live evening entertainment.

Beautiful, unique, 3 acre cliffside garden overlooking Lamorna Cove. Planting started in 1998, mainly S-hemisphere shrubs and exotics with hydrangeas, camellias and rhododendrons. Woodland area with tree ferns set against large granite outcrops. Garden terraced with steep steps and paths.

Join us for a traditional Garden Fete with an array of Vintage, artisan & gift stalls, live music, dog show, children’s entertainment, traditional games, refreshments and lots more!

Mary Newman’s is a delightful Elizabethan cottage and garden - reputedly the home of Sir Francis Drake’s first wife, Mary Newman.

Summer’s the perfect time to get outdoors and play, so we’ve made it super-easy for you to have fun together as a family with our top 10 ways to play at Trengwainton, including garden games, den building and ticking off some of your 50 things.

Step back in time to sixteenth century Cornwall with Trerice Costume Group by trying on recreated period clothes. Booking Not Needed. Children are welcome accompanied by an adult.

Are you up to the challenge of defending Trerice' Only a proven marksman (or woman) will do... Using Archery GB arrows kits have a go at archery with Trerice volunteers. Sessions run from 11:00 - 15:00. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

As part of the Festival of British Archaeology, join us for a guided walk along the coastpath at Lizard Point. Hear tales of shipwrecks, dramatic rescues and a rich history of maritime communications, from semaphore to ground breaking radio experiments, p. Booking Not Needed.

Join us for summer fun this holiday, a different activity every Wednesday. Booking Not Needed. Family friendly. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Join Deborah Hastings and the rag rug volunteers to have a go at this age-old art of up-cycling left-over fabrics into soft furnishings for the home. NB there is a charge for some materials used. Booking Not Needed. Family friendly. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Have fun in the outdoors at Lanhydrock and find out how the Victorian children played here on this activity trail through the grounds. Booking Not Needed.

Find out all about these buzzing insects as you follow this summer holiday trail around the garden. Do bees sleep' How fast can they fly' What is the honey bee’s ’waggle dance’' You can find out the answers to these questions and lots more fascinating facts.

Summer performances from the Trerice Volunteer Choir. Enjoy a summer performance of traditional favourites from the Trerice Volunteer Choir in the rear court. If the weather’s wet the performance will be relocated to an indoor location on the day. Booking Not Needed.

One of the weekly 50 things activities throughout the summer holidays, see how high you can fly a kite in the Parkland. If we are not lucky enough to have a windy day don’t worry as we will have a small craft activity where you can make your own kite to take home. Booking Not Needed.

Learn about Godolphin’s agricultural past and present; from completing the family trail to taking a walk on the estate. Pick up the family trail to learn about Godolphin’s agricultural past and present.

Pick up your summer of sport challenge card and see how many activities you can stamp off your list. Every Wednesday throughout the summer holidays have a go at different sport activities; skittles, sprint racing or try your hand at archery.

Test your strength as a Bal Maiden. Dress up as a Bal Maiden and try your hand at being a Bal Maiden for the day. On selected dates meet a Bal Maiden working at Levant. Check the website for more details nearer the date. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

The second of a trio of exhibitions celebrating 100 years of women securing the vote. I Dream celebrates the values and actions of the Girl Guide movement in its early days and how Ida Copeland was instrumental in its formation. Booking Not Needed. Welcome. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Make flags inspired by the house’s history and the home guard who trained here. Revisit the summer of 1940 when the local home guard, ’The Choughs’, drilled on the Parade Ground at Trerice and make your own Chough flag with volunteers at Trerice, 3 per person. Booking Not Needed.

Have fun out and about with the rangers. In the summer holidays we’ll be getting out each Thursday having fun and exploring. Something different each week, so watch this space. Booking Advisable. Phone: 01726 870146. Children definitely welcome with an adult. Dogs on leads welcome.

Get crafty in the garden. Forage for curious natural objects in the garden and have a go at creating your own mini creatures to take home. Turn a pine cone into a spider’s body, make a fantastical creature from a pile of leaves or transform some fallen rose petals into a beautiful. Booking Not Needed.

Not just for the kids. Take a closer look at the bladed weapons in Cotehele House. This is your chance to handle some of our bladed weapons that usually hang on the walls. Don’t forget to bring your camera, you’ll be able to amaze all of your friends. Booking Not Needed.

As part of the Festival of British Archaeology join us for a guided walk around the delightful Poltesco Valley, now a wooded haven for wildlife, but once the centre of a thriving industry. Learn about the valley’s fascinating history at this festival of B. Booking Not Needed.

Truro Conservative Club (Non-members welcome) Friday 27th July - 7.30pm Tickets £10.00 - Available online www.psychicmediumnikkikitt.co.

Located 300ft up NE side of Tregonning Hill this small (less than 1 acre) maturing garden will hopefully inspire those thinking of making a garden from nothing more than a pond and copse of trees (in 2009).

1920s coastal garden with some original features; extensively replanted by current owners over past 15 yrs. Agapanthus, hemerocallis, anemone, hydrangea, cordyline, trachycarpus thrive.

Join us for a walk across iconic Rough Tor. This popular walk will be led by professional archaeologist Peter Herring of Historic England, who will deliver a fascinating interpretation of one of Cornwall’s most important archaeological sites. Booking Essential. Phone: 01208 863046. Dogs on leads welcome.

Come and meet the mill team dressed in Victorian costume. You’ll be able to watch milling and baking demonstrations and buy a bag of Cotehele Mill flour to take home. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

We are supporting the 2018 Big Butterfly Count along the north Cornwall coast. 30 July at Trevose Head, 31 July at Pentire Head, Wednesday 1 August at Holywell Bay, Thursday 2 August at Cubert Common and Friday 3 August at Glebe Cliff (Tintagel).

Step back in time to sixteenth century Cornwall with Trerice Costume Group by trying on recreated period clothes. Booking Not Needed. Children are welcome accompanied by an adult.

Join the National Trust rangers for an evening all about bats. Starting with a talk about British bats, we will then see and hear greater horseshoe bats emerge shortly after sunset from old mine workings. Booking Essential. Phone: 01208 863046.

We are supporting the 2018 Big Butterfly Count along the north Cornwall coast. 30 July at Trevose Head, 31 July at Pentire Head, Wednesday 1 August at Holywell Bay, Thursday 2 August at Cubert Common and Friday 3 August at Glebe Cliff (Tintagel).

We are supporting the 2018 Big Butterfly Count along the north Cornwall coast. 30 July at Trevose Head, 31 July at Pentire Head, Wednesday 1 August at Holywell Bay, Thursday 2 August at Cubert Common and Friday 3 August at Glebe Cliff (Tintagel).

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Learn about the different types of bugs and the habitats they live in here at Trelissick. Complete one of your 50 things activities at Trelissick by hunting for bugs. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Have fun and get active with your family and friends down on the beach this summer. You can borrow some play equipment from the Fish Cellar in Durgan village and have fun on the beach this summer. These activities are tide dependent so please check the tide times or call ahead for availability. Booking Not Needed.

Find Antony’s newly improved secret camp then design and build your own den using natural woodland materials. Booking Not Needed.

Let your budding gardeners explore the back garden here and learn lots from our Gardener, Kate. Plant up a pot, nurture it at home then enjoy eating what has grown! Booking Not Needed. especially for children. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Climb aboard the 22ft ’Nancy Belle’ and take a ride up the river. Starting from Cotehele Quay the ’Shamrock’s’ support boat, ’Nancy Belle’, will head up the river Tamar past riverside woodlands, under the railway viaduct, past Calstock and deeper into the valley towards...

Inspired by stories and life on the Mount, both past and present, join a crafty hub of activity and make your own treasure to take home. Booking Not Needed.

We are supporting the 2018 Big Butterfly Count along the north Cornwall coast. 30 July at Trevose Head, 31 July at Pentire Head, Wednesday 1 August at Holywell Bay, Thursday 2 August at Cubert Common and Friday 3 August at Glebe Cliff (Tintagel).

Take a walk on the wild side and join us for a rummage in the rock-pools. Booking Not Needed.

Romantic 1½-acre artists garden set in tranquil woodland. Naturalistic cottage garden planting surrounds the C18 fairytale cottage. Imaginative design, intense colour and scent, bees and butterflies. Unusual shade plants, acers and ferns. Fantastic range of plants and statues on display and for sale.

Help us keep Hemmick beach beautiful. Can you spare half an hour or so to help us keep Hemmick beach looking beautiful, and safer for wildlife' Booking Not Needed. Children welcome with a supervising adult. Dogs on leads welcome.

Fete Opens at 2.00pm. Fun Family Dog Show £1 per class. Free Admission to Cookery and Craft Show. Games and Stalls including Summer Raffle, Guess the Weight of the Sheep, Cream Teas and soft drinks. Local craft stalls including textiles, assorted craft items and hand made fudge.

Come along and find out more about St Anthony Head; the place, the people, the wildlife and the history. Hidden under tons of earth for decades, the battery at St Anthony Head was pretty forgotten.

This lovely walk tracks one of the National Trust’s butterfly survey routes and is the final event of the Trust’s week long support of the Big Butterfly Count 2018 in North Cornwall.

Inspired by stories and life on the Mount, both past and present, join a crafty hub of activity and make your own treasure to take home. Booking Not Needed.

Soak in fantastic views and fresh air whilst helping to keep this beautiful beach clean. We meet in the morning on the first Monday each month at 10am. Gloves, bags and litter-pickers provided. Just bring your enthusiasm to help out for an hour or so. Booking Not Needed.

Soak in fantastic views and fresh air whilst helping to keep this beautiful beach clean. We meet in the afternoon on the first Monday each month. Gloves, bags and litter-pickers provided. Just bring your enthusiasm to help out for an hour or so. Booking Not Needed.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Want to meet new people' Spend a day out in the fresh air and play a part in the National Trust’s important conversation work. After cutting all the long grass and bracken in the valley, we need to let it dry out, and then rake it all up, and put it in big piles, using rakes and hay forks. Booking Not Needed.

Inspired by stories and life on the Mount, both past and present, join a crafty hub of activity and make your own treasure to take home. Booking Not Needed.

Cotehele Gallery exhibits and sells the work of West Country artists and craft makers. This exhibition features the work of local landscape watercolour painter Peter Dolbear and handcrafted mirrors created by Joan Bose. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Forage natural materials from the garden and build a miniature raft. Will it or will it not float on the Japanese pond' Problem solve your way to a floating vessel. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Boardmasters. Artists performing: Catfish And The Bottlemen, The Chemical Brothers, George Ezra.: Tickets avaiable.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Wild time in the woods exploring trees and all the things they give us. We will be identifying different trees, using trees to build shelters and build our fire over which we will be cooking bushcraft bread flavoured by tree sap! We will be investigating. Booking Essential. Phone: 01736711187.

Learn how to make and cook on a campfire. Complete one of your 50 things activities at Trelissick this summer by helping to cook on a campfire. Booking Essential. Phone: 0344 249 1895. Children aged from 6 up.

Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Be entertained by the Robbie Williams Tribute, take a spin on the rides in the dark then watch the Fireworks Spectacular light up the Cornish sky!

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Join us for an afterhours guided tour dedicated to our almighty carnivores including African lions, lynx & fishing cats. Enjoy the rare opportunity to meet our experienced keepers and learn about their feline friends. All followed by tasty cupcakes, a presentation and Q&A session.

Come and join the rangers for a few hours controlling the spread of bracken whilst enjoying coastal views overlooking the beach at Lundy Bay (near New Polzeath). All tools and equipment will be provided. No experience necessary. Booking Essential. Phone: 01208 863821.

Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Have a dance and sing-a-long to the Taylor Swift Tribute, take a spin on the rides in the dark then watch the Fireworks Spectacular light up the Cornish sky!

Enjoy music from the incredibly talented, local girl, Daisy Clarke who will be performing at Flambards this August on the Monday 13th, Monday 20th and Monday 27th with shows at 1pm and 3pm.

This summer we’re hosting a series of coastal walks across National Trust sites from St Agnes Head to Chapel Porth. Laced with nature and the flow of the ocean, each walk includes stories of folklore, mining, shipwrecks and local characters in a two hour exploration of the coastline.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

We love to stock local products in the Lanhydrock gift shop and you can find out about the stories behind the food we sell here, meeting some of the makers and giving their products a try. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Watch the diva in action with the incredible Beyoncé Tribute, take a spin on the rides in the dark then watch the Fireworks Spectacular light up the Cornish sky!

Magnificent 20 acre colour garden incl sweeping hydrangea drive to Georgian manor (not open). Herbaceous walled garden, potager with vegetables and picking flowers; 3 lakes in valley planted with ornamental grasses, perennials and South African flowers. A ’must see’ for all seasons colour.

Wild time in the woods exploring trees and all the things they give us. We will be identifying different trees, using trees to build shelters and build our fire over which we will be cooking bushcraft bread flavoured by tree sap! We will be investigating. Booking Essential. Phone: 01736711187.

Join Deborah Hastings and the rag rug volunteers to have a go at this age-old art of up-cycling left-over fabrics into soft furnishings for the home. NB there is a charge for some materials used. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Navigate the trail around the garden with a map and compass. Complete one of your 50 things activities at Trelissick this summer by navigating the garden with a map and compass. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Join the National Trust rangers and Kernow Astronomers for some stargazing at this stunning cliff-top location awarded Dark Skies status. Arrive before sunset for a chance to look at the sun safely through telescopes before it sets. Then take a closer look at the moon, stars and planets as they come into view.

Fancy a day out in the fresh air' You could also play a part in the National Trust’s important conversation work so come along, join National Trust rangers and help to clear this invasive plant. We will be doing a final sweep of the valley to get any late in the season balsam plants.

Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Sing along to pop sensation Justin Bieber’s best hits with an incredible tribute performance, take a spin on the rides in the dark then watch the Fireworks Spectacular light up the Cornish sky!

Discover the cold war secrets hidden up on Nare Head. Join our tours by local expert Lawrence Holmes and find out the stories behind what went on in a nuclear bunker as well as the nearby, strangely named, starfish bunker. The nuclear bunker is the only preserved ROC nuclear bunker in the south west open to.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Join the conservation team to find out how they look after a house full of personal treasures collected by generations of the Carew Pole family right up to the present day. Booking Not Needed.

A day of creativity awaits you. Be inspired by the number of natural materials we have for you to make a masterpiece. Booking Not Needed. Especially for children. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Join in with the lively Bruno Mars Tribute act, take a spin on the rides in the dark then watch the Fireworks Spectacular light up the Cornish sky!

Plant your own seed, watch it grow throughout the summer and enjoy eating your well earned produce at harvest. Complete one of your 50 things activities at Trelissick this summer by taking part in Plant it, Grow it, Eat it. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and extravagance have brought them to the brink of bankruptcy. Obstinate and self-absorbed, they are deaf to the rumblings of change which surrounds them, and unable to accept help when they need it.

Whether you’re a seasoned trail runner or someone who last saw their trainers down the back of the sofa, you’re welcome to come along and make the most of the beautiful coastline in North Cornwall.

Take on the Trust10 challenge at Godolphin, a free 10k trail running event that allows you to explore the wider estate. Join us on the 4th Sunday of every month and explore Godolphin’s wider estate by taking on this 10k multi-terrain route. Registration is at 8.

Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Sing along to pop sensation Ariana Grande best hits with an incredible tribute performance, take a spin on the rides in the dark then watch the Fireworks Spectacular light up the Cornish sky!

Choose your competitor and cheer on your snail to the finish line. Complete one of your 50 things activities at Trelissick by taking part in a snail race on the main lawn. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Sing along to your favourite Take That hits with a special performance from a Gary Barlow Tribute, take a spin on the rides in the dark then watch the Fireworks Spectacular light up the Cornish sky!

Date: Sunday 2 Sep 2018 Time: from 09:45 Race for Life Pretty Muddy Kids is our brilliant muddy obstacle course just for the little ones. They can take on the obstacles, crawl through the mud pit and have fun with friends, all the while helping raise valuable funds for BEATING CANCER.

Date: Sunday 2 Sep 2018 Time: from 10:30 Pretty Muddy® isn’t like any other fundraising event. It’s a muddy 5k obstacle course that women of any ability can climb over, crawl under, and charge through. The Cornwall Pretty Muddy route takes a scenic single-lap through Stithians Showground.

Historic landscape gardens featuring ponds, streams, cascades, rocks and woodlands, including fine American trees, bluebells in spring, ornamental walled garden and private garden at Lemarne (best seen in autumn). Allow at least 1 hour for a circular walk. Some steep and rough paths, which can be slippery when wet.

Bead & Pearl Supplies for the Home Jewellery Maker Many different gemstone beads like jade, turquoise, pearls, agates, jasper, carnelian, coral etc. Plus original semi-precious & pearl necklace designed by MiMi. Free Entry, Free Refreshments & Free Gifts!

The CAMRA Kernow Falmouth Festival will feature more than 240 fantastic Real Ales from local & national breweries & microbreweries with more than 60 Real Ciders & Perries and a range of Bottled Beers, Continental bottled Beers & Wines. Festival themed glasses offer measures of a pint, 1/2 pint & 1/3 pint.

The Explosive Light Orchestra-Performed by Symphonika reproduce the exciting works of ELO live. Receiving praise and accolades from public and press alike.

We’re commemorating the 100th anniversary of women gaining a political voice through their right to vote by sharing the stories of some of the women who came before that time, bringing these women out from history’s shadows. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

The full line-up over the three days is as follows: FRIDAY Focus (Netherlands) – Aynsley Lister – John Verity Band – Storm Warning – Federal Charm – Chris King Robinson SATURDAY Thorbjørn Risager & the Black Tornado (Denmark) - Grainne Duffy (Ireland) – Steve Hill (Canada) – The Luke Doherty Band (Wales)

On this the 100 year anniversary of the end of conflict in the First World War, we at Carnglaze Caverns are delight to host a concert raising funds for Help of Heroes in Cornwall’s unique underground concert venue The Rum Store. Are you ready to ROCK!

The Story Of The Beach Boys® A Tribute Presented here is a unique opportunity to hear a comprehensive selection of chart hits America’s biggest pop band ever recorded including: God Only Knows - Good Vibrations - I Get Around - Surfin’ USA - Fun Fun Fun - California Girls - Sloop John B and many more that you will

Seth Lakeman. Artists performing: Seth Lakeman.: Tickets avaiable.

It’s our annual Alternative Christmas Present Show ! Open from 10am – 5pm the Show is a culmination of months of planning! The stalls range from minerals and fossils with local crafts from over the South West. So whether you are looking for family Christmas treats or presents for everyone, do come along!

Following very successful concerts over the past three years, we are pleased to confirm that Mad Dog Mcrea return to perform in The Rum Store, Carnglaze Caverns, for what will be a memorable evening as our Christmas concert.