What's On in Cornwall
A destination for
all seasons:
Our previous experience of Cornwall often
leads us to reflect on summer sunshine, sandy coves and gardens at the
height of their beauty. Cornwall is however an ideal destination
at any time of year.
Mellow Autumn hues form the backdrop to
celebrations of harvest. The winter months are quieter - experience the exhilaration of blustery
headlands and crashing waves before a warm welcome at a local cafe or
inn. Celebrate New Year in Looe, the country's third most popular
location to welcome in a New Year. With its mild climate, spring
is an early visitor to Cornwall. Experience the joy of new
life as bulbs push through the soil and our gardens, many at their best
at this time of year, waken to a new season.
I hope here to give you some insight into
forthcoming events year-round if you are planning a visit with us,
particularly an autumn, winter or spring short break.
Forthcoming events:
To help you plan your
holiday, the following link will give you an idea of future events:
Events with The National Trust
For more information visit
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Eden Project
The Eden project hosts a variety of special events
throughout the year. Its newest attraction, the
educational Core has now opened. A fabulous structure, the
interior of which will really make you think. Don't miss the amazing sculpture at its centre.
The outdoor biome is a blaze of colour in spring as part
of Bulb Mania. Last year, the bulb display was fabulous.
The summer season 'Jungle Nights' are hugely popular,
with a completely new experience awaiting you as you visit the biomes in
the evening. There are processions, storytellers and music for you
to enjoy.
We love the ice skating rink through the autumn and
winter. The rink this year opens for October half term..
visit
www.edenproject.com
or
www.edenbookings.com to book
Looe Valley Walking festival
An annual event in September. Visit
www.looevalleywalking.com
For Foodies
This area is a great place to visit, with fabulous local restaurants. Visit:
www.taste-southeastcornwall Foodies may also be interested in the site
www.foodfromcornwall.co.uk to continue to enjoy the regions rich
diversity of local produce and
www.food4myholiday.com to pre-order delicious chef selected local
food for your holiday
New Year in Looe
Looe has a reputation as one of the best places nationwide to see in the New Year.
It enjoys a carnival atmosphere, with stunning fancy dress. The
streets are thronged with visitors who recognise the brilliant
atmosphere and safe environment to welcome the New Year and enjoy the
fireworks display from the Banjo Pier. Visitors travel from around
the country and even from abroad to join in the fun. Although we are
just outside Looe, we are open to welcome you so that you too can enjoy the experience.
The Daphne du Maurier Festival
This annual festival of arts and literature centres
around Daphne du Maurier's beautiful Fowey. The festival runs annually in May featuring talks, walks, boat trips, music, comedy and
theatre.
www.dumaurierfestival.co.uk
Royal Cornwall Show
Celebrate all things Cornish and our farming industry
every June
Polperro Arts Festival
Annually in June.
Looe Festival by the Sea
A week long celebration of Looe's fishing past and
present and the ever present beauty of the sea. Annually in June
Fowey Royal Regatta Week
Annually in August. A truly stunning riverside
spectacle, culminating with the fabulous firework display.
Stert's theatre
A great selection of shows at our local canopy covered theatre on Bodmin Moor. Enjoy the journey to the theatre across gorgeous moorland and then relax and feast your eyes on 'Brother Jacques', 'Fiddler on the Roof', 'Peter Pan', and 'Voyage around my Father' plus a host of visiting companies. Full performances listings are available here and on line www.sterts.co.uk
Full details of opening times and
attractions are detailed on our attractions
page.
There are also many events for you to enjoy
throughout the year, especially in the summer.
These range from guided walks, craft fairs, music and drama evenings and
carnivals. We have details here of them all and are happy to
advise you on the choices available during your stay with us.
Other websites that will help you to get the most from
your visit:
www.active-8.org
Holiday
activities and transport covering golf, fishing, guided walks, mountain
biking, adventure activities, horse riding, sailing and surfing.
www.babyinformationbank.co.uk has information to assist you if you
are travelling to the area with young children
www.carfreedaysout.com for information on music trains,
self guided walks and events on the scenic branch lines in Devon and
Cornwall.
www.cornwalltouristboard.co.uk
what's
on this week and
events
in Cornwall pages
www.encountercornwall.com invite you to paddle, peddle or wander
your way around the beautiful estuaries, villages country pubs and moors
of the area. This family run local operation is certain to foster
special holiday memories and can even arrange cycle hire direct to The
Old Rectory for you.
www.gardensincornwall.com
an excellent site for unique garden
activities.
www.liskeard.gov.uk/Pages/whatson.pdf for information on theatre,
collectors fairs and local events.
www.plymouthdiary.co.uk for
local Plymouth what's on information
www.secta.org.uk
events page
www.southeastcornwall.co.uk events page
www.treasuretrails.co.uk These downloadable trails help you to
explore a part of Cornwall in a new light. Children love solving
the clues and adults can have serious fun taking part as well.
Believe me, some of the clues take some solving! A selection of trails
are also now available here at The Old Rectory
www.101-things-to-do-on-a-rainy-day-in-cornwall.co.uk has some ideas
for our less sunny days.
www.easybedandbreakfasts.co.uk is a site on which we advertise and which might help you to find those extra couple of nights accommodation in high season to incorporate your travel plans. If you are travelling with a faithful friend, try the pet friendly page on the site.
