CORNWALL 2009

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Four Counties 

Ambulance Services
01297 553142  

 

Pencarrow House, Cornwall 

Tel: 01208 76616

Saltash Music, Speech & Drama Festival 
Tel: 01752-843073.

Royal Cornwall Museum.

 Tel: 01872 272205.

Trelissick Garden. Truro. 

Contact: Tel: 01872 862090.

Helford Theatre. Truro. 

 Tel: 01872 267006

Hall For Cornwall. Truro. 

 Tel: 01872 262466.

Falmouth Arts Centre. 

 Tel: 01326 314566.

Newlyn Art Gallery. Porth. 

Tel: 01736 363715.

Sterts Theatre. Liskeard.

Tel: 01579 362382.

Royal Cornwall Museum. Truro. Tel: 01872 273939.

Lostwithiel Community Centre. Tel: 01208 872207

 

Cotehele House, Saltash. Tel: 01579 352711

 

St Cleer Church 

Tel: 01579 340851

 

Lostwithiel. Boconnoc Tel: 01208 872507.

Chase Art Centre,  

01208 816880.

Lanhydrock House & 

01208 265211.

Cotehele House

 01579 351346

Penlee House & Museum, 01736 363625.

Royal Cornwall Museum,  01872 272205.

National Maritime Museum  01326 313388. 

Falmouth Arts Centre. Tel: 01326 212300.

Pencarrow House, Bodmin.  01840 214220.

Pendennis Castle, 01326 316594.

Trelissick Garden & House,  01872 862090

Cotehele House, Saltash. 01579 351346 

Falmouth Arts Centre.  01326 212300.

Hall For Cornwall, Truro.  01872 262466.

Keay Theatre, St Austell.  01726 226777.

RSPB Marazion Nature  01736 711682.

Acorn Theatre, Penzance.  01736795582.

Sterts Theatre, Liskeard.  01579 362382

 

All dates are correct at time of being published, please confirm date and event details before making travel arrangements out of season. Yearly events are shown at the beginning of each month in light blue. The diary follows. Events may be cancelled or event dates may be subject to alteration.

Cornwall Events 2009, shows, fetes and festivals.

 

Please ring a Cornwall Tourist Information Office for events not listed

The Saltash Music, Speech & Drama Festival is a competition Festival open to all age - groups and is held at the Saltash Wesley Methodist Church - 01752-843073  MORE

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13th January 2009

North Hill, Nr Launceston, Growing and Using Willow,
Information filled, one-day course looking at all aspects of growing willow, the different varieties and uses, propagation, mulching, pruning etc. During the morning you will tour the willow beds and have the opportunity to do some practical willow planting and cutting. The
afternoon session will give you the opportunity to do some practical willow weaving of a small item to take home .Cost: £60

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February 7th and 8th.
DAFFODIL FESTIVAL Mawgan in Meneage, Cornwall
Celebrating the flower and the local industry At St Mawgan in Meneage church. 10.30 am to 4.30 pm
Light refreshments including home made soup and cakes. Thousands of daffodils, displays of information, photographs and examples of equipment used over 50 years ago. Music from local organists and singers Made possible by the donation of daffodils from R H Scrimshaw and Sons Limited. CONT 01326 221631

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February 8th - 1st March 2009

Painting exhibition. "Kernow Inspirations" by Sue Read and Sam Bonney. 10 - 4 pm daily at the Castle Gallery, The Castle, Bude. Free admission. CONT 01288355283
 

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Friday 20th & Saturday 21st FEBRUARY 2009

WOODVILLE'S WILD WEST PANTO
At Morwenstow Community Centre, Shop, Morwenstow, Bude. Curtain up at 7.30 p.m.
Tickets available from Gill & Paul Mannix Tel 01288 331759.

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5th March 2009

St. Piran's Day Throughout Cornwall

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15th March 2009

INCE CASTLE SALTASH (CORNWALL) GARDENS OPEN FOR CHARITY, REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE ENQUIRIES 01752 842672
 

29th March 2009

British Summer Time Begins (Clocks go forward at 1am GMT)
 

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1st April 2009

Wednesday A new club night run by people with learning disabilities. Come along and meet some old and new friends and dance to some funky tunes. 7:30pm - 11pm
£2 (carers FREE) Box Office: 01736 365 520

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4th April 2009 to 5th April 2009

Cornwall Spring Flower Show A celebration of Cornwall’s Gardens with trade stands, floral displays and competitions, Gardeners’ Question Time and live music. Something for everyone.

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5th April 2009

Forder Saltash Annual Creek Clean up volunteers needed the moree the merrier. The more who turn up the less work for each.

10th April 2009

The Acorn Arts Centre, Parade Street, Penzance, Cornwall. Robin is a regular on Radio 4's Loose Ends and frequent guest on The Now Show as well as numerous comedy shows such as Never Mind the Buzzcocks, The Comedy Store, Lab Rats and Mock the week. His stand-up comedy has earnt him the accolade of Time Out Award Winner and British Comedy Award Nominee amongst others. 8pm £10 / £8 conc .Box Office: 01736 365 520 Please note there is a £1 transaction fee per booking.

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11 April 2006

Sat 11 April 2 - 5pm Easter Fayre - in aid of Precious Lives Appeal - crafts, bric a brac, children's activities, refreshments, good parking - St Paul's Church Hall, Charlestown, nr St Austell. contact 07834496024

19th April 2009

INCE CASTLE SALTASH (CORNWALL) GARDENS OPEN FOR CHARITY, REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE ENQUIRIES 01752 842672

25th April 2009

Trevithick Day is a one day festival of free entertainment to celebrate the industrial heritage of the Camborne Area, including their famous son, Richard Trevithick.
 

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26th April 2009

Tresco, Isles of Scilly
Tresco Marathon - 10th Anniversary race

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1st May 2009

Padstow ‘Obby ‘Oss. The first day of May is ‘Obby ‘Oss day in Padstow. Thought to celebrate the arrival of spring and may even be an ancient fertility festival.

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1st May 2009

The Acorn Arts Centre, Parade Street, Penzance, Cornwall. Friday 8:30pm £10 Portico Quartet, Portico Quartet sound like nothing you've ever heard before. They describe their approach to music as an indie band that play post-jazz, and their unique sound has won them a legion of fans. Their new album Knee Deep in the North Sea was nominated for the 2008 Mercury Music Prize.Box Office: 01736 365 520 Please note there is a £1 transaction fee per booking.

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2nd May 2009

Saltash May Fair has something for everyone. Live music, dancing, children's picnic area, local bands, Den Building, Street Stalls, Hog Roast - the list goes on and on see you there on May 2nd. Also celebrating 150 Anniversary of opening of The Royal Albert Railway Bridge over the River Tamar built for The Great Western Railway Company by Isambard Kingdom Brunel Contact 01752 846597

2nd to 4th May 2009

Craft Fayre 10am- 5pm Sunday 11.30- 5pm. St.Marys Church, Sheviock Nr Torpoint,
an opportunity to look at and buy local crafts.
Refreshments served all day. Details on
01503 230334

2nd to 3rd May 2009

National Powerboat Racing Championships
Looe.
An important event in the calendar with a wide range of classes represented also additional day and evening entertainment. Details on 07887 638156.

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3rd May 2009

Traditional Spring Picnic Sunday 3rd May, May Horns – a traditional spring picnic. Assemble at the Pirate Inn (time to be announced) for a traditional walk from Alverton to Trereife House. The afternoon will flow with merriment, music and refreshments.
07968 818664

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4th May 2009

Black Prince Floral Boat Procession,
Millbrook, Cawsand and Kingsand, Rame Peninsula 10am Millbrook, 2pm Kingsand and 4.30pm Cawsand. on the B3247 to Millbrook
accompanied by Morris dancers and musicians
leading local children and the general public.
Proceeds to the RNLI details on 01752 822638.

4th May 2009

May Day Celebrations 2.30pm Harrowbarrow and Metherell Village Hall, lots of outdoor activities
for children and many super stalls for adults
Details on 01579 350120.

7th May 2009 to 16th May 2009

The Daphne du Maurier Festival of Arts and Literature takes place in and around the novelist's home town of Fowey in Cornwall and attracts an array of writers, performers and celebrities. details on 01726 879500 or 0845 094 0428  (local rate)

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8th May 2009

Helston Flora Day Celebratory day of dancing and spectacle to welcome the coming of spring.    Details on 01326 572082

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9th May 2009

Concert by St Mewan Sinfonia
The Sinfonia is giving a concert in the beautiful Grade I listed St Tudy Church near Bodmin on Saturday May 9 starting at 7.30pm. The orchestra will play a programme of Vivaldi, Elgar, Warlock, Lully and Rameau. Tickets cost £5 per person. Under 16s go free. Proceeds will be split between the orchestra and the church. Light refreshments will be provided. 07817746581

9th May, 2009

10-2, Meet at Mawnan car park (Grid ref SW 787 272 approx). Coastal walk. A walk around Rose Mullion head in search of the floral delights such as Green Winged Orchid and Early Purple Orchid. Bring a picnic and join us for lunch in a nice spot. All welcome. Booking essential 07946841322

14th May 2009

Hanging Basket Workshop Lanhydrock House
Bodmin Held at the Main Plant Nursery 10.30am to 12.30pm. Price includes supplied baskets and plants, also coffee and biscuits. Cost £17.50 Booking essential 01208 265951

15th May 2009

Soup and Pudding Evening. Salvation Army, Church Street, Liskeard. all proceeds towards the maintenance of St.Marnarch's Church Lanreath.
Tickets £7 details 01503 220490

16th May 2009

Liskeard's Annual Beating The Bounds
Starting Morrisons Car Park 10.30am. Annual walk around the parish of Liskeard. Details 01579 345407

16th May 2009

Mayors Concert. 7.30pm Liskeard Public Hall, West Street Liskeard. with the Lovenly Male Voice Choir and Maggie Holden. Proceeds for the Precious Lives Appeal. Details 01822 852333

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May 17th 2009

INCE CASTLE SALTASH (CORNWALL) GARDENS OPEN FOR CHARITY, REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE ENQUIRIES 01752 842672

22nd May 2009 to 31st May 2009

Fal River Festival. Celebrating the rich, unique culture and heritage of the Fal Estuary.

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22nd May 2009 to 25th May 2009

Run to the Sun is entering its 23rd year and has grown into one of the largest Custom Car, VW and dance festival in Europe since its conception.

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23rd May 2009

Liskeard Relay for Life 2009 in aid of Cancer Research UK. 24 hour event running from noon on the 23rd May to noon on the 24th May 2009 in the grounds of Liskeard School and Community College. 07828277320
 

Sunday 24th May,

10-2, Meet at Lizard green car park (Grid ref SW 703 125 approx) Introduction to plants in The Lizard Important Plant Area. If you are keen to learn more about the truly unique habitat of The Lizard Important Plant Area and identify the plants that thrive there join local botanist Keith Spurgin and Plantlife officer Bex House for walk around the southern tip. Bring a picnic and join us for lunch in a nice spot. All welcome. Booking essential 07946841322

24th May 2009

5 Screenings of Classic Films in Falmouth & on the King Harry Ferry as part of the Fal River Festival:

24th May 2009

Events Square, Falmouth, Screenings

6.30pm - Pirates of the Caribbean – The Curse of the Black Pearl

9.00pm - Anchorman (The Legend of Ron Burgandy) -

King Harry Ferry Screenings

An exciting chance to see some classic films in the unique setting of the King Harry Ferry. All films start at 22.00 and parking is available at Trelissick Gardens with access down the road to the Ferry. Please bring portable chairs
and warm clothing. Bar and sweets concession available on the Ferry.

Tuesday 26th May – The Poseidon Adventure

Wednesday 27th May - Pirates of the Caribbean 2 – Dead Man’s Chest

Thursday 28th May - Jaws

Tickets cost £8/£4 (concessions including students) and can be purchased from Hall for
Cornwall box office on 01872 262466
For more information contact King Harry’s Cornwall on 01872 863132.
 

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4th July 2009 to 05th July 2009

Saltash Regatta and Waterside Festival , gig racing, craft fair, continental market, music, waterside pubs and much, much more. The Saltash Reggatta held at the water side under The Royal Albert Bridge (Brunel's). A fun day out for all the family. Continental Market, Live Music, Rowing, Events Arena, Sailing, Craft fair, Red Barrows, RAF dog display team, Kids entertainment, Pagent parade, Steam Train and lots more

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11th July 2009

Probus Shindig, Tregony Road, Probus, Cornwall. 11th July 2009 from 2pm until late. Village fete with fairground, water slide, stalls and displays, competitions, live music, hog roast, firework display
If you would like to book a pitch please contact Jim Morrison on 01726 883538

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July 19th 2009

INCE CASTLE SALTASH (CORNWALL) GARDENS OPEN FOR CHARITY, REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE ENQUIRIES 01752 842672

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19th July 2009

Forder Summer Fete Sunday 19th July,  Saltash, Cornwall. Held by the Forder river this yearly fete has stalls side shows. The Saltash town band,. Looe model boats The Mayor of Saltash Sue Hooper will be opening the fete. Please park and walk as there will not be parking available in Forder village. Can be reached via the river if the tide is right. Forder village has wonderful walks, and is a conservation area. 01752 849709

19 July 2009

Wheels Classic Vehicle Rally & Think You Can Drive at the Royal Cornwall Showground on Sunday 19 July 2009, 10.30 a.m. £5 entry, Children FREE - charity event for Air Ambulance, Cornwall Hospice Care & FLEET   01208 816682

24th July 2009 to 26th July 2009

Port Eliot Litfest This is the 6th year of the book festival. literary festivals

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24th July 2009 to 26th July 2009

Boconnoc Steam Fair.Traction engines, miniature steam engines, classic, vintage and veteran cars, on show, with a craft and model trade stands and a vintage fairground.

26 July 2009

26 July Bude Canal and Gurney Day
More to see and do than ever this year! Steam engines; vintage cars; Cornish dancing; jazz and brass bands; Punch & Judy, magician; replica of Trevithick’s famous Puffing Devil; yummy hog roast; gigs; stalls; owls; face-painting and the chance to abroad the sailing ship ‘Ruth’ moored on the canal.
The Castle, Bude, Cornwall  EX23 8LG
Tel - 01288 357300

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29th July 2009

RNAS Culdrose Air Day Traction engines, miniature steam engines, classic, vintage and veteran cars, on show, together with a craft and model trade stands and a vintage fairground.

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