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What's On
Friday, April 17, 2026
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Cornish Units Exhibition - Wheal Martyn Clay Works
This exhibition shares the story of the Cornish Unit home. Initially built as post-war social housing, many of these prefabs still exist today.
30,000 units were built by Selleck and Nichols, a subsidiary of English China Clays, to combat the housing crisis after World War 2.
Although problems occurred with the concrete, are there lessons from the design and build that could be learned today during another period of housing uncertainty?
Time: 10.00am to 4.00pm
Price: Included in standard museum admission
Contact: engagementofficer@wheal-martyn.com
Location: Roger Preston Gallery
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Walk Scilly Festival - Isles of Scilly
The Walk Scilly Festival is an incredible opportunity to explore the natural beauty and rich cultural heritage of the Isles of Scilly. With expert-guided walks and experiences tailored for springtime, participants can look forward to discovering the unique flora and fauna of each island while gaining insights into the local communities.
Exploring the five inhabited islands as well as some uninhabited ones offers a diverse range of landscapes and ecosystems to discover. Whether it's traversing coastal paths, delving into ancient history, or learning about unique species, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Additionally, the festival provides the chance to embark on sea-faring trips, further enhancing the experience and allowing participants to appreciate the islands from a different perspective.
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Art Fair 2026 - Falmouth
The three-day celebration of creativity is taking place at the Princess Pavilion, showcasing a curated mix of established and emerging artists from across Cornwall.
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Low Tide Event - Isles of Scilly
This rare and magical event happens only when the moon and tides align. During these powerful Spring Tides, the channel between Tresco and Bryher is briefly exposed, allowing you to walk across the seabed itself.
As the tide retreats, the Tresco team splashes through the shallows to set the stage. Soon, islanders and visitors begin their barefoot journey from both Tresco and Bryher, meeting at the heart of the channel for a once-in-a-blue-moon gathering on the sand.
The celebration lasts just a little over an hour - then, as the klaxon sounds, it’s time to return to dry land before the sea reclaims its stage. Wander across to the opposite island to continue your adventure, and later, take the boat home over the very spot where you were dancing barefoot on the seabed just hours before.
Join us for this ephemeral celebration where community, cuisine, and the natural world converge on a sandbar that exists only for a few magical hours.
Food, Drink & Island Spirit
Like the shifting sands it’s set upon, the Low Tide Event has evolved over the years - no two gatherings are ever quite the same. Each one brings together a different mix of island characters, flavours, and experiences for our beloved sandbar shindig.Tresco and Hell Bay Hotel host pop-up ‘Sand Bars’, serving cold drinks and locally distilled island spirits, including our own Hell Bay Gin.
Bryher’s Island Fish even beach their boat, Emerald Dawn, right on the sand to serve up the freshest seafood straight from the sea.
Every event features a rotating cast of local producers and entertainers from across the Isles of Scilly. Past highlights have included live music from Cornish singer-songwriter Will Keating and the band Scuppered, traditional lobster pot-making with islander Jof Hicks, and fascinating seabed safaris with the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust.
You might also stumble across tempting treats and tipples from island favourites like SC Dogs Rum, Westward Farm, Tarquin’s Gin, Bryher Bake Box, and Veronica Farm Fudge.
Upcoming Dates
The next Low Tide Events are scheduled for:Friday 17th April 2026
Friday 11th September 2026
Event Information & Guidelines
For safety, this event is always subject to weather conditions and tidal variations.Dogs are welcome but must be kept on leads during the event.
Saturday, April 18, 2026
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Cornish Units Exhibition - Wheal Martyn Clay Works
This exhibition shares the story of the Cornish Unit home. Initially built as post-war social housing, many of these prefabs still exist today.
30,000 units were built by Selleck and Nichols, a subsidiary of English China Clays, to combat the housing crisis after World War 2.
Although problems occurred with the concrete, are there lessons from the design and build that could be learned today during another period of housing uncertainty?
Time: 10.00am to 4.00pm
Price: Included in standard museum admission
Contact: engagementofficer@wheal-martyn.com
Location: Roger Preston Gallery
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Walk Scilly Festival - Isles of Scilly
The Walk Scilly Festival is an incredible opportunity to explore the natural beauty and rich cultural heritage of the Isles of Scilly. With expert-guided walks and experiences tailored for springtime, participants can look forward to discovering the unique flora and fauna of each island while gaining insights into the local communities.
Exploring the five inhabited islands as well as some uninhabited ones offers a diverse range of landscapes and ecosystems to discover. Whether it's traversing coastal paths, delving into ancient history, or learning about unique species, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Additionally, the festival provides the chance to embark on sea-faring trips, further enhancing the experience and allowing participants to appreciate the islands from a different perspective.
Sunday, April 19, 2026
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Cornish Units Exhibition - Wheal Martyn Clay Works
This exhibition shares the story of the Cornish Unit home. Initially built as post-war social housing, many of these prefabs still exist today.
30,000 units were built by Selleck and Nichols, a subsidiary of English China Clays, to combat the housing crisis after World War 2.
Although problems occurred with the concrete, are there lessons from the design and build that could be learned today during another period of housing uncertainty?
Time: 10.00am to 4.00pm
Price: Included in standard museum admission
Contact: engagementofficer@wheal-martyn.com
Location: Roger Preston Gallery
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Walk Scilly Festival - Isles of Scilly
The Walk Scilly Festival is an incredible opportunity to explore the natural beauty and rich cultural heritage of the Isles of Scilly. With expert-guided walks and experiences tailored for springtime, participants can look forward to discovering the unique flora and fauna of each island while gaining insights into the local communities.
Exploring the five inhabited islands as well as some uninhabited ones offers a diverse range of landscapes and ecosystems to discover. Whether it's traversing coastal paths, delving into ancient history, or learning about unique species, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Additionally, the festival provides the chance to embark on sea-faring trips, further enhancing the experience and allowing participants to appreciate the islands from a different perspective.
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Penzance Vintage Bus Day - Penzance
Enjoy a day out with a difference, travelling by vintage buses and coaches across the West Cornwall peninsula for free.
Monday, April 20, 2026
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Friday, April 24, 2026
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Porthleven Food Festival - Porthleven
Porthleven Food Festival is an award-winning 3 day celebration of food, music & family fun around a beautiful Cornish Harbour.
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Rattler Fest - Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm
Welcome to the 6th annual RATTLER FEST, an adult-only celebration of all things Rattler!
Bringing you 2 days of live music on the Rattler Main Stage, PLUS Apres Ski Lodge Sessions, Mr & Mrs Rattler Competition, Cheesyoke, Yodelling Competitions & Celebrity DJs! We also have the Orchard Silent Disco, Pineapple Beach and everyone’s favourite – The Rattler Olympics!
For more information click here and to buy tickets click here.
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Roseland Festival - St Mawes and The Roseland
Folk and jazz, history and art, films and photography, choirs and quartets, walks and talks – they are all featured in the diverse programme of events that is the Roseland Festival offering something for everyone.
The Roseland Festival Committee is small in number but there is tremendous enthusiasm to make the festival even more interesting and appealing. We hope you will enjoy discovering what is on offer and we all look forward to welcoming you to the events which are spread across our beautiful peninsula.Visit website here for more information.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
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Trevithick Day - Camborne
Trevithick Day is a free community event to celebrate the life of Richard Trevithick.
The streets of Camborne will come alive with a spectacular day of Steam, entertainment and much more.
The main streets of Camborne are closed to traffic in order to host the attractions of Street Stalls, Choirs, Bands, Clowns, Buskers, Musicians, Dancers, Street Theatre, Processional Dances, Display of Vintage Vehicles, Model Exhibitions, Fairground Rides, Stationary Engine Display and much more.
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Porthleven Food Festival - Porthleven
Porthleven Food Festival is an award-winning 3 day celebration of food, music & family fun around a beautiful Cornish Harbour.
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Rattler Fest - Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm
Welcome to the 6th annual RATTLER FEST, an adult-only celebration of all things Rattler!
Bringing you 2 days of live music on the Rattler Main Stage, PLUS Apres Ski Lodge Sessions, Mr & Mrs Rattler Competition, Cheesyoke, Yodelling Competitions & Celebrity DJs! We also have the Orchard Silent Disco, Pineapple Beach and everyone’s favourite – The Rattler Olympics!
For more information click here and to buy tickets click here.
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Black Rock Surf Kayak Festival - Bude
Start Time
Registrations start at 8 am, first heat starts at 9.30 am
Location
Black Rock, Widemouth Bay, Bude
Entry Price
BlackRock Surf Saturday £35, BlackRock Surf Sunday Categories £25Every April since 2002 we’ve run the Back Rock Surf Kayak Festival.
On Saturday, we’ll run the Shoreline Handicapped Surf Kayak Classic. You answer a few questions to establish your surf kayaking handicap and then compete in a fair way against everyone else. There’s no knockout, so paddlers of all abilities will compete throughout the day. This system also allows competitors to gain ranking points in the Short Boat Open category. Most types of craft can be used, but please have a look at the details below to be sure.
On Sunday, we’ll run another full day of surfing events, this time focusing on all the separate categories of surfing. This will include various categories of Long Boat, Short Boat, and Waveski surfing.
We’ll announce details on Saturday as to any evening event or meal that we have organised.
Entries must be received in advance.
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Roseland Festival - St Mawes and The Roseland
Folk and jazz, history and art, films and photography, choirs and quartets, walks and talks – they are all featured in the diverse programme of events that is the Roseland Festival offering something for everyone.
The Roseland Festival Committee is small in number but there is tremendous enthusiasm to make the festival even more interesting and appealing. We hope you will enjoy discovering what is on offer and we all look forward to welcoming you to the events which are spread across our beautiful peninsula.Visit website here for more information.
Sunday, April 26, 2026
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Porthleven Food Festival - Porthleven
Porthleven Food Festival is an award-winning 3 day celebration of food, music & family fun around a beautiful Cornish Harbour.
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Black Rock Surf Kayak Festival - Bude
Start Time
Registrations start at 8 am, first heat starts at 9.30 am
Location
Black Rock, Widemouth Bay, Bude
Entry Price
BlackRock Surf Saturday £35, BlackRock Surf Sunday Categories £25Every April since 2002 we’ve run the Back Rock Surf Kayak Festival.
On Saturday, we’ll run the Shoreline Handicapped Surf Kayak Classic. You answer a few questions to establish your surf kayaking handicap and then compete in a fair way against everyone else. There’s no knockout, so paddlers of all abilities will compete throughout the day. This system also allows competitors to gain ranking points in the Short Boat Open category. Most types of craft can be used, but please have a look at the details below to be sure.
On Sunday, we’ll run another full day of surfing events, this time focusing on all the separate categories of surfing. This will include various categories of Long Boat, Short Boat, and Waveski surfing.
We’ll announce details on Saturday as to any evening event or meal that we have organised.
Entries must be received in advance.
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Roseland Festival - St Mawes and The Roseland
Folk and jazz, history and art, films and photography, choirs and quartets, walks and talks – they are all featured in the diverse programme of events that is the Roseland Festival offering something for everyone.
The Roseland Festival Committee is small in number but there is tremendous enthusiasm to make the festival even more interesting and appealing. We hope you will enjoy discovering what is on offer and we all look forward to welcoming you to the events which are spread across our beautiful peninsula.Visit website here for more information.
Monday, April 27, 2026
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Roseland Festival - St Mawes and The Roseland
Folk and jazz, history and art, films and photography, choirs and quartets, walks and talks – they are all featured in the diverse programme of events that is the Roseland Festival offering something for everyone.
The Roseland Festival Committee is small in number but there is tremendous enthusiasm to make the festival even more interesting and appealing. We hope you will enjoy discovering what is on offer and we all look forward to welcoming you to the events which are spread across our beautiful peninsula.Visit website here for more information.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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Roseland Festival - St Mawes and The Roseland
Folk and jazz, history and art, films and photography, choirs and quartets, walks and talks – they are all featured in the diverse programme of events that is the Roseland Festival offering something for everyone.
The Roseland Festival Committee is small in number but there is tremendous enthusiasm to make the festival even more interesting and appealing. We hope you will enjoy discovering what is on offer and we all look forward to welcoming you to the events which are spread across our beautiful peninsula.Visit website here for more information.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
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Roseland Festival - St Mawes and The Roseland
Folk and jazz, history and art, films and photography, choirs and quartets, walks and talks – they are all featured in the diverse programme of events that is the Roseland Festival offering something for everyone.
The Roseland Festival Committee is small in number but there is tremendous enthusiasm to make the festival even more interesting and appealing. We hope you will enjoy discovering what is on offer and we all look forward to welcoming you to the events which are spread across our beautiful peninsula.Visit website here for more information.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
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Roseland Festival - St Mawes and The Roseland
Folk and jazz, history and art, films and photography, choirs and quartets, walks and talks – they are all featured in the diverse programme of events that is the Roseland Festival offering something for everyone.
The Roseland Festival Committee is small in number but there is tremendous enthusiasm to make the festival even more interesting and appealing. We hope you will enjoy discovering what is on offer and we all look forward to welcoming you to the events which are spread across our beautiful peninsula.Visit website here for more information.
