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Our attractions hold exciting events and festivals throughout the year, giving you even more things to do in Cornwall. Our calendar is packed with fun for all the family - from music festivals to winter wonderland experiences, spring garden walks, summer activities and much, much more.
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The Cornish Belle Steam & Cream Trains
Afternoon tea is a quintessential English tradition and where better to enjoy it than aboard the Cornish Belle. Expect a...
Out of the shadows at Lanhydrock
We're commemorating the 100th anniversary of women gaining a political voice through their right to vote by sharing the stories...
Out of the shadows at Lanhydrock
We're commemorating the 100th anniversary of women gaining a political voice through their right to vote by sharing the stories...
Titanic Stories
NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM CORNWALL proudly announces a major new exhibition,
TITANIC STORIES, which will examine the...
First World War: Dulce et Decorum est at Cotehele
Saturday 10 March - Monday 31 December, 11am-4pm
The final year of Cotehele's First World War exhibition...
Milling days at Cotehele mill
The millers grind organic wholemeal flour. You can watch the grinding and bagging on Thursdays and Sundays (water dependent) and...
Discover more on a free garden tour at Lanhydrock
If you'd like to find out more about Lanhydrock's beautiful listed garden, then come along to one of our free garden tours.
Nancy Belle boat trips from Cotehele Quay
Various dates and times between Monday 23 April and Tuesday 4 September, see website for details.
Climb aboard...
The Dinosaur Quiz Trail at Paradise Park!
Back by popular demand is Paradise Park’s fun Dinosaur Quiz Trail, which has been updated for 2018, and runs from May through...
Patrick Heron at Tate St Ives
Celebrate one of Cornwall’s most acclaimed artists in this major retrospective of his work
The exhibition will stretch...
Painting Workshops at Cotehele with Peter Dolbear
Saturday 9 June and Friday 19 October, 10.30am-4pm
Join local artist Peter Dolbear for a painting workshop in the...
'Seasons of Change' in Cotehele Gallery
Saturday 9 June to Sunday 28 October, 11am-5pm
Cotehele Gallery exhibits and sells the work of West Country...
Murder Mystery Trains
Solve a murder mystery whilst enjoying a steam train journey through the beautiful Cornish countryside.
Watch and...
Kettle Kids Trail
WHAT'S A KETTLE BOY? Discover more at Wheal Martyn - find out about the crucial role they played in Cornwall's china clay...
The Butterfly Count at Cotehele
Saturday 14 July - Sunday 5 August, 11am-4pm
Pick up your count sheet and head to a quiet spot either in the...
Expedition Space at the Eden Project
Ever wondered what it would be like to go on holiday to Space? Take the trip of a lifetime to this summer’s number one travel...
Camel Creek's Cool Summer
Camel Creek Adventure Park near Wadebridge have a cool Summer planned; packed with excitement, colour and thrills!
Celebrating 60 years of seal rescue
Join the Sanctuary to celebrate our Diamond Anniversary this summer at the Cornish Seal Sanctuary!
From 21st...
Summer of Sport 2018
At Lanhydrock, over the course of seven days, you can sample a range of different sporting activities from cycling to croquet -...
Tudor costume day
Step back in time to sixteenth century Cornwall with Trerice Costume Group by trying on recreated period clothes. There’ll be...
Magic in the Skies at Land's End
Join us for a thrilling cocktail of pyrotechnic wizardry that lasts all summer long, with vibrant explosions lighting up...
Summer of sport archery
Are you up to the challenge of defending Trerice? Only a proven marksman (or woman) will do... Take part in a summer of sport...
The Victorians at play - at Lanhydrock
Have fun in the outdoors at Lanhydrock and find out how the Victorian children played here on this activity trail through the...
Trerice Volunteer Choir
Enjoy a summer performance of traditional favourites from the Trerice Volunteer Choir in the rear court from 14:00 - 16:00. If...
Pirate Day at Land's End
Ahoy ye landlubbers and weigh anchor for a day of treasure hunting, pillaging and parrots. Join the Land’s End crew in...
Look Sharp! at Cotehele
Thursdays - 26 July, 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 August, 12noon-3pm
Not just for the kids. Take a closer look at the...
Flag making
Revisit the summer of 1940 when the local home guard, 'The Choughs', drilled on the Parade Ground at Trerice and make your own...
Summer @ Geevor
Come to Geevor and experience LIVING HISTORY - all hands-on! Watch rock drills and muckers running, have a go at panning, hand...
The Sea Show by Squashbox
13:00 & 15:00
The Sea Show is a quirky and hilarious mix of puppet show, natural history and comedy cabaret.
The Reluctant Dragon by Quantum Theatre
18:30
“You’ve got to fight him some time or other you know, ’cos he’s St George and you’re the...
Bug and Butterfly Quest at Paradise Park
A fun way to explore the amazing world of insect life in our Whitsun ‘Bug & Butterfly Quest’.
Search out the...
Summer Adventures at The Lost Gardens
Join us for a summer of exploration and relaxation around the Heligan Estate. Take a moment to absorb your surroundings and...
Costume Sundays at Cotehele Mill
29 July, 5, 12, 19, 26 August and 2 September, 11am-4pm
Come and meet the mill team dressed in Victorian costume....
Summer of sport - archery
Are you up to the challenge of defending Trerice? Only a proven marksman (or woman) will do... Take part in a summer of sport...
Tudor costume day
Step back in time to sixteenth century Cornwall with Trerice Costume Group by trying on recreated period clothes. There’ll be...
Magic in the Skies at Land's End
Join us for a thrilling cocktail of pyrotechnic wizardry that lasts all summer long, with vibrant explosions lighting up...
Summer of sport - archery
Are you up to the challenge of defending Trerice? Only a proven marksman (or woman) will do... Take part in a summer of sport...
Billy Wiz Magician at Flambards
Don't miss the marvellous magician Billy Wiz.
Everybody's favourite magician, ventriloquist and balloon modelling...
Red Panda Ranger Month at Paradise Park
This August children can become Red Panda Rangers at Paradise Park.
Complete the answers and claim your...
Family Fun Day at Land's End
Fantastical family fun takes centre stage with games, face-painting and performers invading Land’s End for a day of summer...
Jamaica Inn by Helston Theatre Company
Deep in the bleak Bodmin Moor sits Jamaica Inn, home to tempestuous landlord Joss Merlyn. It is “no place for a girl”.
Flag making
Revisit the summer of 1940 when the local home guard, 'The Choughs', drilled on the Parade Ground at Trerice and make your own...
Creepy Crawly Show at Flambards
Watch out for some curious creatures in the Flambards Creepy Crawly Show! Get up close and personal with a terrifying tarantula...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Busy Bees & Butterflies
Insect adventures in the garden!
Create the stories of St Michael's Mount with the team from Great Scott!...
Land rover Clay Tour
Take this fascinating land rover tour and see behind the scenes of the modern day industry. From the mining process and mixing...
Marie Curie Garden Party
Join us in helping Marie Curie celebrate its 70th year with a huge garden party here in the gardens. Delicious cream teas and...
Trerice Volunteer Choir
Enjoy a summer performance of traditional favourites from the Trerice Volunteer Choir in the rear court from 14:00 - 16:00. If...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Rockpool Explorer
3pm - 5pm
Find out what lies beneath the the tideline and uncover the magical underwater world of weird and...
Summer of sport - archery
Are you up to the challenge of defending Trerice? Only a proven marksman (or woman) will do... Take part in a summer of sport...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Tall Stories of the Castle
Inspired by the stories of the island and life on the Mount, both past and present, join a crafty hub of activity and make your...
Tudor costume day
Step back in time to sixteenth century Cornwall with Trerice Costume Group by trying on recreated period clothes. There’ll be...
Matricks Magic Shows at Flambards
Enjoy Matricks Magic's truly dynamic, stylish fast-paced magic and illusion with dance using current music and special effects....
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Myths & Legends from the Sea
Make, create, and explore our island stories with Great Scott! Adventures Outdoors
Inspired by stories of the...
Magic in the Skies at Land's End
Join us for a thrilling cocktail of pyrotechnic wizardry that lasts all summer long, with vibrant explosions lighting up...
Summer of sport - archery
Are you up to the challenge of defending Trerice? Only a proven marksman (or woman) will do... Take part in a summer of sport...
Billy Wiz Magician at Flambards
Don't miss the marvellous magician Billy Wiz.
Everybody's favourite magician, ventriloquist and balloon modelling...
The Dancing Frog - Kneehigh Asylum
Poor Gertrude thinks she'll never have any love or laughter again when she finds out that her husband's ship has sunk. But then...
Fireworks Spectacular & Robbie Williams Tribute at Flambards
Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Be entertained by the Robbie Williams...
Trerice Volunteer Choir
Enjoy a summer performance of traditional favourites from the Trerice Volunteer Choir in the rear court from 14:00 - 16:00. If...
Pirate Day at Land's End
A’hoy me hearties! Set sail for Land’s End, as we prepare for a fun-filled day of treasure hunting, skulduggery and family...
Flag making
Revisit the summer of 1940 when the local home guard, 'The Choughs', drilled on the Parade Ground at Trerice and make your own...
Creepy Crawly Show at Flambards
Watch out for some curious creatures in the Flambards Creepy Crawly Show! Get up close and personal with a terrifying tarantula...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Busy Bees & Butterflies
Insect adventures in the garden!
Create the stories of St Michael's Mount with the team from Great Scott!...
The Cherry Orchard by Miracle Theatre
19:30
This summer, Miracle unpacks Chekhov’s bittersweet comedy about a once-wealthy family, whose idleness and...
Big Cats and Cupcakes
Join us for an evening dedicated to our carnivores. Meet our African lions, lynx and fishing cats.
A unique...
Land Rover Clay Tour
Thursday 02, 16, 23, 30 August and Friday 10 August leaving Wheal Martyn at 1pm.
Take this fascinating land rover tour...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Rockpool Explorer
10am - 12pm
Find out what lies beneath the the tideline and uncover the magical underwater world of weird and...
Summer of sport - archery
Are you up to the challenge of defending Trerice? Only a proven marksman (or woman) will do... Take part in a summer of sport...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Tall Stories of the Castle
Inspired by the stories of the island and life on the Mount, both past and present, join a crafty hub of activity and make your...
Fireworks Spectacular & Taylor Swift Tribute at Flambards
Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Have a dance and sing-a-long to the...
Daisy Clarke at Flambards
Enjoy music from the incredibly talented, local girl, Daisy Clarke who will be performing at Flambards this August on the Monday...
Tudor costume day
Step back in time to sixteenth century Cornwall with Trerice Costume Group by trying on recreated period clothes. There’ll be...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Myths & Legends from the Sea
Make, create, and explore our island stories with Great Scott! Adventures Outdoors
Inspired by stories of the...
Magic in the Skies at Land's End
Join us for a thrilling cocktail of pyrotechnic wizardry that lasts all summer long, with vibrant explosions lighting up...
SCRAWW
18:30 & 20:00
The birds of the world have gathered; join the flock on an epic quest through the garden to find...
Best of the south-west - at Lanhydrock
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,...
Summer of sport - archery
Are you up to the challenge of defending Trerice? Only a proven marksman (or woman) will do... Take part in a summer of sport...
Billy Wiz Magician at Flambards
Don't miss the marvellous magician Billy Wiz.
Everybody's favourite magician, ventriloquist and balloon modelling...
Fireworks Spectacular & Beyoncé Tribute at Flambards
Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Watch the diva in action with the...
Family Fun Day at Land's End
Cornwall and your young ones will love the opportunity to let their imaginations run wild at Land’s End. Enjoy a day full of...
Flag making
Revisit the summer of 1940 when the local home guard, 'The Choughs', drilled on the Parade Ground at Trerice and make your own...
Creepy Crawly Show at Flambards
Watch out for some curious creatures in the Flambards Creepy Crawly Show! Get up close and personal with a terrifying tarantula...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Busy Bees & Butterflies
Insect adventures in the garden!
Create the stories of St Michael's Mount with the team from Great Scott!...
Land Rover Clay Tour
Take this fascinating land rover tour and see behind the scenes of the modern day industry. From the mining process and mixing...
Hits From The Blitz
Step back in time with us again, right back to the 1940s, and dance the night away to Jump Jive band Company B and Andy...
Trerice Volunteer Choir
Enjoy a summer performance of traditional favourites from the Trerice Volunteer Choir in the rear court from 14:00 - 16:00. If...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Rockpool Explorer
3pm-5pm
Find out what lies beneath the the tideline and uncover the magical underwater world of weird and...
Punch and Judy LIVE (with actors!) by Carnon Downs Theatre Group
12.30, 14.30 & 16.00
He’s a rogue, he’s a rover, he’s selfish, he’s a bad’un, but don’t we just love...
Summer of sport - archery
Are you up to the challenge of defending Trerice? Only a proven marksman (or woman) will do... Take part in a summer of sport...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Tall Stories of the Castle
Inspired by the stories of the island and life on the Mount, both past and present, join a crafty hub of activity and make your...
Fireworks Spectacular & Justin Bieber Tribute at Flambards
Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Sing along to pop sensation Justin...
Daisy Clarke at Flambards
Enjoy music from the incredibly talented, local girl, Daisy Clarke who will be performing at Flambards this August on the Monday...
Tudor costume day
Step back in time to sixteenth century Cornwall with Trerice Costume Group by trying on recreated period clothes. There’ll be...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Myths & Legends from the Sea
Make, create, and explore our island stories with Great Scott! Adventures Outdoors
Inspired by stories of the...
Magic in the Skies at Land's End
Join us for a thrilling cocktail of pyrotechnic wizardry that lasts all summer long, with vibrant explosions lighting up...
SCRAWW
18:30 & 20:00
The birds of the world have gathered; join the flock on an epic quest through the garden to find...
Summer of sport - archery
Are you up to the challenge of defending Trerice? Only a proven marksman (or woman) will do... Take part in a summer of sport...
Billy Wiz Magician at Flambards
Don't miss the marvellous magician Billy Wizz.
Everybody's favourite magician, ventriloquist and balloon...
Fireworks Spectacular & Bruno Mars Tribute at Flambards
Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Join in with the lively Bruno Mars...
Trerice Volunteer Choir
Enjoy a summer performance of traditional favourites from the Trerice Volunteer Choir in the rear court from 14:00 - 16:00. If...
Pirate Day at Land's End
Follow the map to the westernmost point of Cornwall, where X marks the spot for swash-buckling piratical family fun. Bring your...
Flag making
Revisit the summer of 1940 when the local home guard, 'The Choughs', drilled on the Parade Ground at Trerice and make your own...
Creepy Crawly Show at Flambards
Watch out for some curious creatures in the Flambards Creepy Crawly Show! Get up close and personal with a terrifying tarantula...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Busy Bees & Butterflies
Insect adventures in the garden!
Create the stories of St Michael's Mount with the team from Great Scott!...
Land Rover Clay Tour
Take this fascinating land rover tour and see behind the scenes of the modern day industry. From the mining process and mixing...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Rockpool Explorer
10am-12pm
Find out what lies beneath the the tideline and uncover the magical underwater world of weird and...
Myths and Monsters by Squashbox
13:00 & 15:00
The myths and legends of ancient Greece have been passed down through the generations, entrancing...
Summer of sport - archery
Are you up to the challenge of defending Trerice? Only a proven marksman (or woman) will do... Take part in a summer of sport...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Tall Stories of the Castle
Inspired by the stories of the island and life on the Mount, both past and present, join a crafty hub of activity and make your...
Fireworks Spectacular & Ariana Grande Tribute at Flambards
Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Sing along to pop sensation Ariana...
Daisy Clarke at Flambards
Enjoy music from the incredibly talented, local girl, Daisy Clarke who will be performing at Flambards this August on the Monday...
Tudor costume day
Step back in time to sixteenth century Cornwall with Trerice Costume Group by trying on recreated period clothes. There’ll be...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Myths & Legends from the Sea
Make, create, and explore our island stories with Great Scott! Adventures Outdoors
Inspired by stories of the...
Magic in the Skies at Land's End
Join us for a thrilling cocktail of pyrotechnic wizardry that lasts all summer long, with vibrant explosions lighting up...
Summer of sport - archery
Are you up to the challenge of defending Trerice? Only a proven marksman (or woman) will do... Take part in a summer of sport...
Billy Wiz Magician at Flambards
Don't miss the marvellous magician Billy Wizz.
Everybody's favourite magician, ventriloquist and balloon...
Fireworks Spectacular & Gary Barlow Tribute at Flambards
Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by the Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. Sing along to your favourite Take That...
Family Fun Day at Land's End
Let us whisk you away on a family adventure for the day! Dress up as your favourite character and let your imagination run wild,...
Flag making
Revisit the summer of 1940 when the local home guard, 'The Choughs', drilled on the Parade Ground at Trerice and make your own...
Creepy Crawly Show at Flambards
Watch out for some curious creatures in the Flambards Creepy Crawly Show! Get up close and personal with a terrifying tarantula...
Land Rover Clay Tour
Take this fascinating land rover tour and see behind the scenes of the modern day industry. From the mining process and mixing...
Dr Dolittle by Illyria
18:30
When Dr John Dolittle of Puddleby-on-the-Marsh is taught by his wise old parrot Polynesia how to talk to...
Trerice Volunteer Choir
Enjoy a summer performance of traditional favourites from the Trerice Volunteer Choir in the rear court from 14:00 - 16:00. If...
Cornish Summertime and Steam: with Fifteen and guests
We’re delighted to be hosting an alternative evening of food and entertainment celebrating Cornish summertime with heritage...
Summer Adventures on St Michael's Mount - Rockpool Explorer
3pm-5pm
Find out what lies beneath the the tideline and uncover the magical underwater world of weird and...
Big Beach Clean
Newquay Zoo will be at Towan beach between 1:00pm and 4:00pm on Saturday 1st September - Join us and help the environment, learn...
Summer of sport - archery
Are you up to the challenge of defending Trerice? Only a proven marksman (or woman) will do... Take part in a summer of sport...
The Hound of the Baskervilles by Illyria
19:30
Who killed Sir Charles Baskerville? Can anyone prevent the same fate befalling the young Sir Henry...
FUP - Kneehigh Asylum
The Santee family are unconventional, to say the least. One hundred year old Grandaddy Jake and his enormous grandson Tiny live...
Heritage Open Day at Cotehele
If you've always wanted to visit, this is a great chance to view Cotehele on this free entry day.
Colour Run 2018
Transform your summer blues into a spectrum of colours ,this September at our Colour Run 2018 event on Saturday 15th...
Steam, Beer & Jazz
Enjoy the live music of the Pennyroyal Jazz Band together with the sight sound and smell of a working steam locomotive.
Mega Book Sale
The Friends of Pencarrow will be hosting their ever-popular book sale in the Peacock Cafe. Bigger than ever before! 10.00am -...
Bodmin Town Band Proms Concert
Bodmin Town Band Proms Concert
Being held in the picturesque courtyard within the ancient walls of Bodmin Jail, on...
High Tea on board the Cornish Belle
Enjoy a high tea of locally sourced produce served at your seat in our first class dining train.
Trains depart at...
Lanhydrock 10
Take in the beautiful views at Lanhydrock on this 10 mile multi-terrain run through the estate. After the race you can relax in...
Apple weekend at Cotehele
Join us as we celebrate our orchards. You'll get to see the Victorian cider press in action; there'll be tastings,...
Behind the scenes at Cotehele House
We're throwing open the doors for you to peek into closets and cupboards, and meet the staff and volunteers who look...
High Tea on board the Cornish Belle
Enjoy a high tea of locally sourced produce served at your seat in our first class dining train.
Trains depart at...
Motown Pirates
The Motown Pirates (so called because they ‘pirate’ well known songs and Motown them up a bit) formed in 2009 and have been...
Nashashibi/Skaer at Tate St Ives
Contemporary British artists Rosalind Nashashibi and Lucy Skaer will premiere in the UK an ambitious new 16mm film that retraces...
Cornish Pro Wrestling
CPW presents another great evening of Pro Wrestling action as they return to Bodmin Jail on Saturday 29th September.
Come...
Fire Walk
Fire Walk Fundraising event for Cornwall Hospice Care
Thursday 4th October 6-9.30pm
Set yourself the...
Gilbert & Sullivan Evening
The Wandering Minstrels will be treating us to an evening of light-hearted songs and scenes from Gilbert & Sullivan comic...
Halloween
We will be holding a spooktakular fortnight of family friendly activities all included in the ticket price. ...
The Owl Prowl at Paradise Park
The ‘Owl Prowl’ trail is sure to give you goose bumps as you explore the grounds of the Park hunting out the clues about...
Fantastic Halloween Half Term
Beware of ghoulish goings-on and spooky shenanigans in a land steeped in mystery and legend at the westernmost point of...
Halloween Firework Spectacular at Flambards!
Watch the sky light up above Flambards!
Enjoy a full day out at Flambards followed by our Firework Spectacular in...
Halloween Disco at Paradise Park
The popular Halloween Disco returns from 3-6pm on Friday 26th October with fancy dress competition, spooky food and pumpkin...
Fright Night: Murder Mystery
We've got a classic case of who dunnit on our hands...
Newquay Zoo have teamed up with Newquay Tretherras school...
Fright Night: Murder Mystery
We've got a classic case of who dunnit on our hands...
Newquay Zoo have teamed up with Newquay Tretherras school...
Paranormal Conference
Join our Paranormal team and Resident Medium for an exploration of the supernatural, and visit the depths of Bodmin Jail for an...
Pencarrow Christmas Fair
Fantastic food hall and the best craft producers in Cornwall to inspire you in time for Christmas.
10.30am - 4.30pm ...
SANTA’S GROTTO at Paradise Park
Make your child’s Christmas extra special with a visit to see Santa’s magical grotto!
From 12noon to 2pm...
Christmas Carols
Join us in the Drawing Room for an evening of carols and seasonal readings from Old Cornwall with the Washaway Gallery Choir. ...
The Red and White Quiz Trail at Paradise Park
Bring the family and join us this Christmas for The Red and White Quiz Trail from 15th December 2018 to 6th January 2019 and...
Murder Mystery Dinner
Join us for an evening of murder, deception and intrigue!
Thursday 20th December - 6.30pm arrival, starting 7pm -...
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