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St Austell
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St Austell is arguably one of the six largest centres of population in Devon and Cornwall and the largest single conurbation in Cornwall.
The ethereal white mini-mountains, the spoil heaps of the china-clay industry lend an eerie atmosphere to the landscape.
William Cookworthy discovered the clay in 1755, and with the opening of the pits to mine the clay St. Austell’s population and prosperity soon began to grow. Today Cornwall still exports clay, which is also used to produce paint, paper and in some medicines.
St Austell is also home to the Eden Project, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Wheal Martyn China Clay Museum, St Austell Brewery, Pinetum Gardens and Roseland Observatory are all top tourist attractions.
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Upcoming Events
Cornish Mini Club Riviera Run - Saturday 02 May 2026 to Monday 04 May 2026
Cornish Mini Club would like you to join them for an action-packed Riviera Run at Pentewan Sands Holiday Park, St Austell. PL26 6BT
The CMC Riviera Run show weekend runs from arrival on Friday evening (for those staying onsite) to show closure on Monday afternoon, with daily entertainment and events in the showground as well as evening entertainment in the bar.
We have 3 show days, with Saturday & Sunday being Mini's only and Monday being an open car show when other makes & models of cars will be allowed to show cars in the showground.
If you are staying at Pentewan Sands then your entrance and wristbands are included in your site booking. Wristbands must be worn on the showground.
If your visiting for the day on either Saturday, Sunday or Monday the entrance fee is £5 CASH per person per day but if you are visiting for the whole weekend the entrance fee will be £10 CASH per person for Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
Please advise the entrance staff whether you want one day or three day entry. There is no need to pre-book day entrance you can simply pay CASH ONLY on arrival.
**ENTRANCE BANDS MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES ON SITE**
We reserve the right to refuse entry for anyone not wearing or displaying an entrance band.
*Programmed events are not included in the entrance fee and are extra if you wish to enter. *
See our website for full information at: www.cmcrivierarun.co.uk
NO DOGS ALLOWED SORRY.
100th West of England Bandsmen's Festival - Saturday 20 June 2026
The 2026 Bugle Band Contest will take place on Saturday, June 20th at Molinnis Park, Bugle, with adjudication by Dr Stephen Cobb. The event will feature bands from all sections, including Youth and Festival Showcase performances, with a wide selection of test pieces and traditional marching. Start times will be confirmed after the entry closing date. Spectators are welcome to attend this celebrated day of brass band music.
Location Molinnis Park Bugle St Austell PL26 8QS
