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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.
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Easter egg hunt - Wheal Martyn Clay Works
Hop into the Easter Holidays and join our Egg Hunt! The Easter Bunny has been busy hiding eggs all around the museum grounds. Put on your detective hat and follow the trail to crack the clues and search high and low to uncover hidden eggs across the museum. Each stop will uncover a letter and another piece of the puzzle.
Complete the hunt by finding all the letters and figure out the special Easter phrase! Then claim your Easter reward from the front desk.
Perfect for curious eggs-plorers and egg-cellent detectives of all ages.
Further details: The ceramic eggs were decorated by community groups at the museum including our weekly Arts for Health group, and they were made by our resident potter, Selina.
Price: Included in admission.
Contact: engagementofficer@wheal-martyn.com
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Pawprints and Painted Eggs - Newquay Zoo
This Easter, embark on an epic egg-venture at Newquay Zoo, where three cracking challenges await explorers ofa ll ages!
Kick off your adventure with our Painted Egg Quest and find six mysterious eggs hidden across the zoo; then channel your inner detective to spot the imposters in Shell-Shockers: Find the Fakes. And if you're lucky enough to track down the elusive Golden Yolk, you'll be entered into our prize draw to win an exclusive prize bundle worth £90.
Prepare for the ultimate seasonal scramble at Newquay Zoo!
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Easter activities and World Explorer Quiz - Paradise Park & Jungle Barn
Spectacular Flying Displays & Family Fun at Paradise Park Wildlife Sanctuary.
Get ready to explore Paradise Park this Easter! Meet colourful birds and incredible animals from around the globe. Complete the World Explorer Quiz and collect your special reward badge.
SPECIAL OFFER: Book online and use code ‘EASTERAPP’ at the checkout to SAVE £3 per person on single tickets from 3rd to 19th April 2026. Onsite Free Parking. Pre-book your visit HERE.
Daily events (weather permitting):- Otter and penguin feeding times.
- The fantastic Eagles of Paradise Display.
- Purchase some nectar at the Lorikeet Feeding Experience and join in the fun feeding these lively, mischievous, colourful parrots.
- The fascinating ‘Free Flying Bird Show’ including Amazon parrots, choughs and others, flying free including the impressive Scarlet Macaw Spectacle.
- Have a cockatoo fly to your hand, a unique and fun way for the staff and birds to fundraise for Paradise Park’s conservation projects.
- Animal lovers will adore the Fun Farm.
- The JungleBarn Indoor Play Centre is endless fun whatever the weather! On good weather days Zebedee, the Jungle Express Train will be out for a spin.
For full details of the Easter daily events please click HERE.
A range of light lunches, cakes and cream teas are available in the Otter Pool Café with picnic tables and benches throughout the Park.
A leader in conservation and home to Operation Chough and the World Parrot Trust. A wonderful and worthwhile day out.Daily shows can be subject to change or cancellation at short notice.
Location: Please use postcode TR27 4HY
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This Easter holidays, become a Junior Marine Life Ranger! - Cornish Seal Sanctuary
This Easter holidays, embark on a wild adventure at the Cornish Seal Sanctuary and become a Junior Marine Life Ranger!
Young explorers can meet our incredible rescue pups, resident seals and puffins, complete fun challenges, and uncover conservation secrets with their very own Ranger Handbook.
Are you ready to step up for nature?.. Take the Ocean Protector Pledge to earn your Junior Marine Life Ranger Status!
Not forgetting…
Seal pup rescue demos – Watch as we care for and rehabilitate seal pups and learn about our life-saving work.Regular talks and feeds – Get up close with our incredible animals and enjoy informative talks from our team during feeding time.
Nature walks – Explore the stunning Sanctuary grounds and learn about local wildlife.
Adventure playground – Let the little ones burn off some energy while you relax with a hot drink from the café!
Plus, as a special treat for Easter Weekend (Friday 3rd – Monday 6th April), join the Golden Egg Hunt and search for the hidden egg around the Sanctuary for a chance to win egg-citing prizes!
Don’t miss this unforgettable family adventure at the Cornish Seal Sanctuary this Easter! Book your tickets now!
Monday, April 20, 2026
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Easter egg hunt - Wheal Martyn Clay Works
Hop into the Easter Holidays and join our Egg Hunt! The Easter Bunny has been busy hiding eggs all around the museum grounds. Put on your detective hat and follow the trail to crack the clues and search high and low to uncover hidden eggs across the museum. Each stop will uncover a letter and another piece of the puzzle.
Complete the hunt by finding all the letters and figure out the special Easter phrase! Then claim your Easter reward from the front desk.
Perfect for curious eggs-plorers and egg-cellent detectives of all ages.
Further details: The ceramic eggs were decorated by community groups at the museum including our weekly Arts for Health group, and they were made by our resident potter, Selina.
Price: Included in admission.
Contact: engagementofficer@wheal-martyn.com
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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Spring nature walk - Wheal Martyn Clay Works
Enjoy a guided nature walk around the 26-acre historic Wheal Martyn grounds led by our site Ranger, highlighting the abundance of nature that calls the former Victorian clay works and wider grounds ‘home’. You’ll also hear about some of the habitat improvements made during the past year and plans for the future. Price includes admission to the wider museum after the walk.
Further details: Includes a breakfast bap and tea or coffee in our café after the walk.
Time: 9.00am to 11.00am
Price: £25.00 (includes admission to museum, breakfast bap and hot drink)
£15.00 (price for Cornwall Residents Pass holder)
Contact: info@wheal-martyn.com
Book online: https://www.wheal-martyn.com/Event/spring-nature-walks-at-wheal-martyn-21-april-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.
Friday, May 01, 2026
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Fowey Literary Festival - Fowey
Taking place in various locations in Fowey, Cornwall’s premier literary festival will once again feature a diverse range of authors, speakers, musicians, and artists.
Organised by the du Maurier Festival Society, it is staged in the beautiful riverside town of Fowey, which was home to Daphne du Maurier and Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch and also associated with Wind in the Willows author Kenneth Grahame.
A highlight of the regional calendar and one of the most significant festivals in the UK, promises an equally impressive line-up of literary and musical talent at a wide range of choice locations in and around one of Cornwall’s most scenic riverside settings.
It is a must do event with something for everyone, not just book lovers. Come and enjoy, have fun and laugh together. Be inspired!
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World Pilot Gig Championships - Isles of Scilly
The World Pilot Gig Championships are an annual gig racing event held during the May Day bank holiday weekend. This year's championships will take place between 1st - 3rd May 2026
The World Championships were first held in 1990, only attracting a few crews from Cornwall, but in the intervening years the amount of pilot gigs attending has increased with crews coming from all over the South-West and some from even further afield.
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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. -
Obby Oss Festival - Padstow
The festival takes place on May Day every year. It entails two separate processions that make their way around Padstow on circuits that take twelve hours to traverse. Each procession represents a different half of the town's community. Only those whose families have lived in Padstow for at least two generations are permitted to take part in the processions. Each procession includes an 'Obby 'Oss, a hobby horse consisting of an oval frame covered in black oilskin, which has a small horse's head in the front with a snapping jaw. This is led by an individual known as the Teaser, who is dressed in white and carries a painted club. The procession also contains a retinue of white-clad individuals, some playing accordions, melodeons and drums.
This retinue sings a local version of a Mayers' song. At times this tune becomes a dirge, at which the 'Obby 'Oss sinks to the ground and lies flat. When the chorus becomes triumphant again the 'Oss rises and continues along the procession.
Saturday, May 02, 2026
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Fowey Literary Festival - Fowey
Taking place in various locations in Fowey, Cornwall’s premier literary festival will once again feature a diverse range of authors, speakers, musicians, and artists.
Organised by the du Maurier Festival Society, it is staged in the beautiful riverside town of Fowey, which was home to Daphne du Maurier and Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch and also associated with Wind in the Willows author Kenneth Grahame.
A highlight of the regional calendar and one of the most significant festivals in the UK, promises an equally impressive line-up of literary and musical talent at a wide range of choice locations in and around one of Cornwall’s most scenic riverside settings.
It is a must do event with something for everyone, not just book lovers. Come and enjoy, have fun and laugh together. Be inspired!
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World Pilot Gig Championships - Isles of Scilly
The World Pilot Gig Championships are an annual gig racing event held during the May Day bank holiday weekend. This year's championships will take place between 1st - 3rd May 2026
The World Championships were first held in 1990, only attracting a few crews from Cornwall, but in the intervening years the amount of pilot gigs attending has increased with crews coming from all over the South-West and some from even further afield.
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Cornish Mini Club Riviera Run - St Austell
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
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Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Show - Wadebridge
We welcome you to join us for 15th year of the Cornwall Home & Garden Show.
Whether you’re looking to revamp your home, build your dream house, embark on your first renovation project, explore renewable energy options, add the finishing touches, or simply find homebuilding inspiration, the Cornwall Home & Garden Show, proudly supported by Made In Cornwall will help make your project come to life.
From garden-design inspiration and architectural direction, to interior-design guidance and eco-solutions, the event is a full-service destination, offering a diversity of displays unseen in shows around the region.
With two days busy with bespoke advice, unmissable insight, innovative products, and a chance to meet face-to-face with over 125 companies, all in one location. This is an unmissable spring event for anyone thinking of creating home related projects.
And with the return of ‘A Bite of Cornwall’ Food & Drink Market and our Homeware Market, you’ll have ample access to browse, try and taste some of the county’s prime produce and interior products.
For more information 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. -
Launceston Steam Rally - Launceston Steam Railway
Launceston Steam Rally (Formally: Launceston Steam & Vintage Rally) is held every year over the bank holiday weekend at the end of May.
It is a fun day out for all the family, with numerous attractions, that raises money for local charities and organisations.
As well as the rally itself, we hold other fundraising events during the year to help boost our funds. Details can be found on our website or on our other multi-media pages (we have Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, as well as a popular Youtube channel) for all our events.
The Rally is, as always organised by a dedicated, hardworking committee of volunteers, and every year we try to bring something new in the way of entertainment.Gates open to the public at 9:00am
Adults: £11.00 (Over 16)
Children: £7.00 (5 to 16)
Family: £30.00 (2 x Adult & 2 x Children)
Weekend Camping: £40.00 (Entry to rally not included)
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Callington Vintage & Country Fair - Callington
The fair features all types of vehicles old & new. There will be lots to look at & talk about. All the things you expect to find at a Vintage & Country Fair will be there including trade stands, hot & cold food, a beer tent...
