April Events 2011
EVENTS LISTING: JULY 2010
APRIL 2011 DIARY OF EVENTS *****PLEASE CHECK WITH THE EVENT ORGANISERS BEFORE ATTENDING, AS EVENTS CAN BE SUBJECT TO CHANGEFriday April 1st
Lostwithiel Local Produce Market
You will find lots of fresh, seasonal, local produce for sale, including meat, fish, fruit and vegetables. There are also cakes, plants and some crafts. Each market is different depending on what’s in season.
Held at the Community Centre, which is easy to find on the main road through Lostwithiel, from 10am -2pm, it is free to get in and there is also free parking.
Tel: 01579 324193
Web: www.lostwithiel.org.uk
Saturday April 2nd and Sunday April 3rd
Cornwall Spring Flower Show, Boconnoc
This lovely event is organised by the Cornwall Garden Society and is held at Boconnoc House and Gardens near Lostwithiel. There will be show gardens, trade stands and competitive classes, as well as good food, music, lectures, art and photography exhibitions.
The Show is open from 10am - 5pm on Saturday and 10am - 4pm on Sunday, and admission costs £7 per adult (under 16’s are free). Dogs on leads are welcome.
Tel: 01209 714488
Web: www.cornwallflowershow.co.uk
Email: showdirector@cornwallflowershow.co.uk
Sunday April 3rd
St Austell Car Boot Sale
This larger car boot sale is on every Sunday throughout the year, subject to the weather; from 8am until 1pm. Refreshments and toilets are available.
It is at St Austell’s Council Office car park, which is just off the main A390 road which goes through St Austell towards Truro. Just over the double mini roundabout next to McDonalds you will see the Council Office on the left. For more information call the number below.
Tel: 07951 537037
Sunday April 3rd
Lostwithiel Indoor Car Boot Sale
A popular indoor sale, with good quality stalls. The sale runs from 11am until 2pm and there are refreshments and toilets available. For more information call the number below.
Held at the Community Centre, which is easy to find on the main road through Lostwithiel, there is also free parking.
Tel: 01208 872207
Web: www.lostwithiel.org.uk
Sunday April 3rd
Charlestown Indoor Car Boot Sale
With up to 40 stalls, this is a popular sale due to its indoor location. There are refreshments and toilets available, as well as some off road parking.
Follow the signs for Charlestown as you come into St Austell on the A390. As you come down Charlestown Road into Charlestown, turn left onto Church Road, and St Pauls Church Hall is next to St Pauls Church.
Tel: 07748 325300
Web: www.indoorcarboot.co.uk
Email: info@indoorcarboot.co.uk
Sunday April 3rd
Luxury Dining Train, Bodmin & Wenford Railway
For a meal with a difference this Mother’s Day try the Bodmin & Wenford Railway’s Luxury Dining Train - delicious food and drink and superb, first-class dining service on a beautiful old fashioned steam train! Relax and allow uniformed stewards to serve-up mouth-watering dishes whilst the beautiful Cornish countryside slips gently by.
The Railway’s dining coaches are beautifully fitted out with wood panelling, table lamps and curtains, bringing back the style of an age gone by. The train has tables for two or four people. A full three-course meal, with tea/coffee and mints, is served to your table, and there is also a fully licensed bar.
Fares include the 3 course meal & train travel: Adults cost £34.95, Children £24.95. The train departs from Bodmin General Station at 12.20pm on Sundays and returns at 2.10pm. Booking is essential.
Tel: 0845 125 9 678 local rate
Web: www.bodminandwenfordrailway.co.uk
Tuesday April 5th
Fowey Town Walk
Enjoy a fascinating guided walk around the historic port of Fowey. Running from 11am until 1pm every Tuesday, you can either meet at the Town Quay or pre-book through the Tourist Information Centre, on South Street. Tickets cost £3.50 for adults and £1.50 for children.
Tel: 01726 833616
Web: www.fowey.co.uk
Email: info@fowey.co.uk
Wednesday April 6th
Snowlands Car Boot Sale, Par
A small car boot sale held at Snowlands Angling Centre, the entrance is by the goods yard next to Par railway station. It runs from 10am until 2pm.
For more information, contact Trevor on the number below.
Tel: 07598 392278
Wednesday April 6th
Antique and Modern Furniture and Effects Auction, Lostwithiel
Located on Fore Street in Lostwithiel, just off the main road at the bottom of the hill, Jeffreys Auctioneers sell general Victorian, Edwardian and good modern furniture and effects. Also 19th century to modern china and art potteries, gift ware, tested electrical items, power and hand tools, outside effects, cars to boats and garden items.
The viewing day is on Tuesday, from 10am – 1pm and then 2pm until 5.15pm. On the sale day, the auction opens at 9am to commence promptly at 10am.
Tel: 01208 871947
Web: www.jeffreysauctions.co.uk
Email: enquiries@jefferysauctions.co.uk
Wednesday April 6th
A Circular Walk with David Blackler
This interesting guided walk explores Polruan, Pont and Trethake Mill. It starts at 10.30am and finishes around 1.30pm. The cost is £5 per person. Contact David on the number below for more information and to book a place.
Tel: 01726 833019
Thursday April 7th
Car Boot Sale, Par
An outdoor car boot sale held each Thursday, subject to weather, in the East car park at Cornish Market World, Par Moor Road from 8.30am. For more information call the number below.
Tel: 01726 70631 or 07917 775401
Thursday April 7th
Lostwithiel Town Walk
Trace the history of the town from medieval times to the present day. The guided walk begins at the community centre at 11am and lasts for around an hour and a half. There are also lots of nice shops to browse and friendly pubs in Lostwithiel, so make a day of it!
Tel: 01208 872684
Web: www.lostwithiel.org.uk
Thursday April 7th
Fowey Town Quiz
This is a fun general knowledge quiz at the Town Hall in Fowey, for teams of up to four people. There is an entry fee of £2 per person which includes a pasty! Bring your own drinks. Doors open at 7.30pm for an 8pm start.
Tel: 01726 832267
Web: www.fowey.co.uk
Thursday April 7th until Saturday April 9th
‘The Nutcracker’, Truro
Duchy Ballet presents this much loved classical ballet at the Hall for Cornwall in Truro. With performances at 7.30pm each evening and a matinee performance at 2pm on Saturday, tickets cost between £13.50 and £16.50. For more information and to book tickets, contact the venue direct.
Tel: 01872 262466
Web: www.hallforcornwall.co.uk
Thursday April 7th
Eden Project: Talk by Ken Thompson
Ken Thompson is a plant ecologist and a lecturer at Sheffield University. He is also the author of a number of books including No Nettles Required and An Ear to the Ground, both published by Eden Project Books. In Ken’s latest book, ‘Do We Need Pandas?’, he explores how much we really know about the species that make up the natural world, and whether we need to be more concerned about ecosystems as a whole than about iconic species. As the book’s subtitle, ‘The uncomfortable truth about biodiversity’, suggests, it promises to be a stimulating evening!
The talk starts at 6pm in the Foundation Building. Free to Friends of Eden, tickets should be booked in advance.
Tel: 01726 811932
Web: www.edenproject.com
Email: friends@edenproject.com
Saturday April 9th
‘Words and Music – The Ghosts of May’, St Austell Brewery
Enjoy an evening of traditional Cornish music and storytelling, with guitarist Pete Berryman and writer/actor Pauline Sheppard, at the St Austell Brewery Visitor Centre. The music starts at 8pm but doors open at 6.30pm so make a night of it and enjoy a bite to eat in the restaurant first. Tickets are £7 in advance from St Austell Tourist Information Centre, or £8 on the door.
Tel: 01726 879500 (St Austell TIC)
Web: www.restormelarts.co.uk
Saturday April 9th and Sunday April 10th
Cornwall Classic Motorcycle Club's Festival of Motorcycles & Vehicle Rally
A Classic Motorcycle & Classic Vehicle Rally at Higher Keason Farm, St. Ive Keason (on the A390 between Callington & Liskeard).
There will be motorcycle and classic vehicle displays, a bar, hog roast and a grand draw. The event runs from 10am - 4pm. It costs £3.00 for entry (under 16's are free). For more information contact Stan or see the website.
Tel: 07741 014520
Web: www.cornwallclassicmotorcycleclub.com
Saturday April 9th until Monday April 25th
Rock Climbing at the Eden Project
See Eden from a whole new perspective on their Rock Wall! There are five routes up the cliff face next to the Rainforest biome, each of varying difficulty, and expert tuition and all the equipment you need are provided.
It costs £10 for a 45 minute climb – book on the day at the Visitor Centre. Climbing sessions run at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm and 5pm each day. The minimum age is 7.You will need to be at the Rock Wall at least 15 minutes before your climb.
Tel: 01726 811911
Web: www.edenproject.com
Saturday April 9th until Monday May 2nd
‘Shaun the Sheep: Championsheeps Live’ at the Eden Project
The Eden Project is holding a sports day event with a difference over the Easter holidays! The hilarious activities include space hopper races, ‘cabbage football keepie-uppie’ and a farmyard assault course.
The price is included in the normal admission fee. This is a brand new event, presented by SGA Productions in association with Aardman. For more information contact the Eden project.
Tel: 01726 811911
Web: www.edenproject.com
Saturday April 9th until Thursday April 21st
‘Easter Boredom Busters’ at Lanhydrock!
Visit the beautiful National Trust owned Lanhydrock House and Gardens near Lostwithiel. There are lots of activities for children every day over Easter from 11am until 4pm, including Easter crafts, circus workshops and more. To find out what’s on each day contact the venue direct. Normal admission charges apply.
Tel: 01208 265950
Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Email: lanhydrock@nationaltrust.org.uk
Saturday April 9th until Sunday April 24th
Easter Trail at Cardinham Woods, Near Bodmin
There are ten Easter bunnies hiding in the forest – can you find them all? Use their clues to solve the wordsearch and claim your prize!
Clue sheets are available from the Woods Cafe (open 10.30am - 4.30pm daily) and cost £2 each.
Tel: 01208 72577 (Forestry Commission Cornwall Office)
Web: www.forestry.gov.uk
Email: enquiries.peninsula@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Saturday April 9th until Monday April 25th
Mini Crocs at the Blue Reef Aquarium in Newquay!
New for 2011 - Come face-to-face with a pair of extraordinary miniature crocodiles in their freshwater home. Discover how these amazing aquatic predators have survived virtually unchanged for millions of years. As part of the new feature Blue Reef will also be holding a series of predators-themed talks, feeds and workshops throughout the Easter holidays. Standard admission charges apply.
Tel: 01637 878134
Web: www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk
Email: newquay@bluereefaquarium.co.uk
Saturday April 9th until Friday April 25th
Easter Egg Garden Trail at Lanhydrock!
Visit the beautiful National Trust owned Lanhydrock House and Gardens near Lostwithiel. There are Easter Prize trails and fun things to do around the garden over the holidays. This event is sponsored by Cadbury and runs from 11am until 4pm each day. The trails cost £2. For more information contact the venue direct.
Tel: 01208 265950
Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk and www.eastereggtrails.com
Email: lanhydrock@nationaltrust.org.uk
Sunday April 10th
Early Morning Birdsong with Sid Cole, Luxulyan Valley
Organised by the Friends of Luxulyan Valley, this event gives you a chance to see the sun rise over the valley and hear the dawn chorus and early-morning birdsong with local expert, Sid Cole. No dogs please. Booking is essential, through Joan. Meet at Ponts Mill car park for 6am.
Tel: 01726 852603
Web: www.luxulyanvalley.co.uk
Sunday April 10th
St Austell Car Boot Sale
This larger car boot sale is on every Sunday throughout the year, subject to the weather; from 8am until 1pm. Refreshments and toilets are available.
It is at St Austell’s Council Office car park, which is just off the main A390 road which goes through St Austell towards Truro. Just over the double mini roundabout next to McDonalds you will see the Council Office on the left. For more information call the number below.
Tel: 07951 537037
Sunday April 10th
Lostwithiel Antique and Collectors Fair
Cornwall's longest running antiques fair - established in 1989. Find antiques, paintings, ephemera, postcards, stamps, jewellery, silver and collectables. With 40 quality stands, free parking and refreshments available. Admission is 50p.
Held at the community centre, which is just off the main road in the centre of Lostwithiel. For more information, contact Richard and Lynne.
Tel: 01736 793213
Sunday April 10th
Charlestown Indoor Car Boot Sale
With up to 40 stalls, this is a popular sale due to its indoor location. There are refreshments and toilets available, as well as some off road parking.
Follow the signs for Charlestown as you come into St Austell on the A390. As you come down Charlestown Road into Charlestown, turn left onto Church Road, and St Pauls Church Hall is next to St Pauls Church.
Tel: 07748 325300
Web: www.indoorcarboot.co.uk
Email: info@indoorcarboot.co.uk
Monday April 11th until Saturday April 16th
‘42nd Street’, St Austell
St Austell Amateur Operatic Society is performing the musical 42nd Street at the Keay Theatre, on Tregonissey Road in St Austell. Guaranteed to get your feet tapping to fantastic musical numbers such as “We’re in the Money”, “Lullaby of Broadway”, “Your Getting to be a Habit With Me”, “I Only Have Eyes For You” and of course “42nd Street”.
It starts at 7.30pm each evening, and there will be a matinee on Saturday afternoon. The tickets are £12.50, and £9.50 for the matinee.
Tel: 01726 226713 (enquiries) 01726 226777 (booking office)
Web: www.staustellaos.btik.com
Tuesday April 12th
Fowey Town Walk
Enjoy a fascinating guided walk around the historic port of Fowey. Running from 11am until 1pm every Tuesday, you can either meet at the Town Quay or pre-book through the Tourist Information Centre, on South Street. Tickets cost £3.50 for adults and £1.50 for children.
Tel: 01726 833616
Web: www.fowey.co.uk
Email: info@fowey.co.uk
Tuesday April 12th until Saturday April 16th
‘King Lear’, Truro
This incredible production is brought to the Hall for Cornwall by the Donmar, with Sir Derek Jacobi in the role of Lear and an excellent supporting cast.
Starting at 7.30pm with a 2.30pm matinee on Saturday, tickets cost between £11 and £27.50. For more information contact the Hall for Cornwall.
Tel: 01872 262466
Web: www.hallforcornwall.co.uk
Wednesday April 13th
Snowlands Car Boot Sale, Par
A small car boot sale held at Snowlands Angling Centre, the entrance is by the goods yard next to Par railway station. It runs from 10am until 2pm.
For more information, contact Trevor on the number below.
Tel: 07598 392278
Wednesday April 13th
A Circular Walk with David Blackler
This time a guided walk will take you around Trevone Head, Constantine Bay and Holywell on the north coast. The walk starts at 10.30am, meeting at Harlyn Bay, and finishes at around 1.30pm. Places need to be booked in advance and cost £5. Call David to find out more and book a place.
Tel: 01726 833019
Wednesday April 13th
A Spring Garden Tour at Edgcumbe House
Take a tour of these beautiful Grade I listed landscape gardens and historic buildings near Torpoint while they are surrounded by the beautiful spring blooms. Starting at 2pm the tour will last around an hour and a half. Tickets cost £3.50 per person and should be booked in advance.
Tel: 01752 822236
Web: www.plymouth.gov.uk/mevisitorinformation
Email: mt.edgcumbe@plymouth.gov.uk
Wednesday April 13th until Wednesday April 20th
Easter Activities at the Royal Cornwall Museum, Truro
Join in the fun and get creative at the museum this Easter. ‘Easter Mini Make’ sessions run from 10.30am - 11.30am, 12.30pm - 1.30pm and 2.30pm - 3.30pm. Also on Wednesday 13th there will be a workshop where you will be able to make a butterfly mobile inspired by the butterflies in the museum’s collection. And on Wednesday 20th make a mini rabbit or chick out of clay! Book your space to avoid disappointment – the workshops cost £2 per child.
Tel: 01872 272205
Web:www.royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk
Tel: enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk
Thursday April 14th
Car Boot Sale, Par
An outdoor car boot sale held each Thursday, subject to weather, in the East car park at Cornish Market World, Par Moor road from 8.30am. For more information call the number below.
Tel: 01726 70631 or 07917 775401
Thursday April 14th
Lostwithiel Town Walk
Trace the history of the town from medieval times to the present day. The guided walk begins at the community centre at 11am and lasts for around an hour and a half. There are also lots of nice shops to browse and friendly pubs in Lostwithiel, so make a day of it!
Tel: 01208 872684
Friday April 15th
Lostwithiel Local Produce Market
You will find lots of fresh, seasonal, local produce for sale, including meat, fish, fruit and vegetables. There are also cakes, plants and some crafts. Each market is different depending on what’s in season.
Held at the Community Centre, which is easy to find on the main road through Lostwithiel, from 10am -2pm, it is free to get in and there is also free parking.
Tel: 01579 324193
Friday April 15th
Eden Project: Talk by Tony Foster
Artist Tony Foster, who lives near Eden in Tywardreath, has been working in the world’s wildernesses for 25 years. In this illustrated talk he will tell us about his adventures working in rainforest in Guyana, Costa Rica and Honduras and will contrast this with his experience working in Death Valley, the Sea of Cortés and the Mojave and Sonoran deserts.
The talk starts at 6pm in the Foundation Building. Free to friends, tickets are otherwise £5 and should be booked in advance.
Tel: 01726 811932
Web: www.edenproject.com
Email: friends@edenproject.com
Saturday April 16th
National Trust Ancient Tree Walk
Ever marvelled at a big old oak tree? Come and get to know the old trees of Ethy, near Lerryn, and discover what makes them our living treasures. Please phone or email for booking and more details.
Tel: 01726 870146
Email: southeastcornwall@nationaltrust.org.uk
Saturday April 16th until Monday April 25th
Easter Family Fun Trails at Pendennis Castle and Tintagel Castle
This Easter celebrate the launch of HOP, the latest animated film from Universal Studios. Take part in the ultimate Easter egg hunt for your chance to win a real golden egg! Can you crack the clues to complete these ‘egg-citing’ trails?
Runs from 10am - 5pm. Tickets can be bought on the day. Normal admission fees apply at these English Heritage sites.
Web: www.english-heritage.org.uk
Sunday April 17th
Ince Castle Gardens Open Day, Saltash
Ince Castle is at the end of a very attractive peninsula sticking out into the River Lynher opposite Antony House and gardens. The house is approached up a straight tunnel-like drive lined with daffodils which are then followed by clouds of cow parsley.
The gardens, which have been planted since 1960, comprise woodland with camellias, magnolias etc and masses of bulbs and hellebores in early spring and more formal mixed beds and borders near the house, also an orchard with more bulbs and shrubs. There is also a charming shell house made in 1964 by the present owner's parents. Beautiful river views can be seen from all parts of the garden. In all the gardens extend to about 5 acres.
Open for the NGS, entry is £3.50 (children free) and the gardens are open from 2pm until 5pm. Dogs are allowed on leads. Toilets and refreshments are available or bring a picnic.
Web: www.incecastle.co.uk
Sunday April 17th
Wildlife Walk at Crantock, near Newquay
Enjoy a morning coastal walk with a local wildlife expert Dave Thomas, through the sheltered valley and around this beautiful part of the north coast, to look for spring wild flowers and birds. The walk begins at 10am at West Pentire car park and ends around 1pm. There is no charge for the walk but there is a parking fee at the car park at West Pentire. For more details please contact Dave after 7pm.
Tel: 01726 861093
Sunday April 17th
Flea Market and Craft Fair, Lostwithiel
A popular indoor market at the community centre, which runs from 11am until 2pm. The community centre is conveniently located on the main road in the centre of Lostwithiel and has ample parking and toilets.
Tel: 01208 872207
Web: www.lostwithiel.org.uk
Sunday April 17th
St Austell Car Boot Sale
This larger car boot sale is on every Sunday throughout the year, subject to the weather, from 8am until 1pm. Refreshments and toilets are available.
It is at St Austell’s Council Office car park, which is just off the main A390 road which goes through St Austell towards Truro. Just over the double mini roundabout next to McDonalds you will see the Council Office on the left. For more information call the number below.
Tel: 07951 537037
Sunday April 17th
Charlestown Indoor Car Boot Sale
With up to 40 stalls, this is a popular sale due to its indoor location. There are refreshments and toilets available, as well as some off road parking.
Follow the signs for Charlestown as you come into St Austell on the A390. As you come down Charlestown Road into Charlestown, turn left onto Church Road, and St Pauls Church Hall is next to St Pauls Church.
Tel: 07748 325300
Web: www.indoorcarboot.co.uk
Email: info@indoorcarboot.co.uk
Sunday April 17th
Easter Egg Hunt, Edgcumbe House
Join the Friends of Mount Edgcumbe for their annual egg hunt in the park. Meeting at the Friends Lodge in the lower park at 2pm the price is £2 per child and includes an Easter egg!
Tel: 01752 822236
Web: www.plymouth.gov.uk/mevisitorinformation
Email: mt.edgcumbe@plymouth.gov.uk
Sunday April 17th
Looe Island Guided Walk
Take a boat trip with the Cornwall Wildlife Trust to this unique island nature reserve off the coast of Looe, south east Cornwall, and join the warden for a guided walk. During your two hours on the island your guide will help you spot the island’s wildlife and you’ll also learn about the Trust’s work and the challenges of island life.
One trip begins at 3.15pm and another at 3.45pm, the cost is £16 per person and the trips are suitable for ages 11 and over; an adult must accompany those under 16. You will return at 5.45pm or 6.15pm. These walks have proved so popular there are extra trips this season! Booking is still essential however, either online or by phone - call Samantha Woon on the number below.
Tel:01872 273939
Web: www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk
Monday April 18th
Fowey Rock Pool Ramble
Meet at Readymoney Cove near Fowey at 11am and join in exploring the rocky shore, where you can find starfish, crabs and fish. Booking is not necessary and the event is free but a donation to the Friends of Fowey Estuary would be appreciated. Wear suitable clothing and footwear as you may get wet! This is a ‘Your Shore’ event, with the Cornwall wildlife Trust.
Web: www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk
Monday April 18th until Thursday April 21st
The Minack Theatre Storytelling Festival
Enjoy a visit to the amazing Minack Theatre, at Porthcurno near Penzance, as a day visitor and you will get a chance to see this fun children’s show by Squashbox Theatre as part of your visit! These informal storytelling sessions will take place on the Minack stage at 10.30am and 2.30pm.
Tel: 01736 810181
Web: www.minack.com
Tuesday April 19th
Fowey Town Walk
Enjoy a fascinating guided walk around the historic port of Fowey. Running from 11am until 1pm every Tuesday, you can either meet at the Town Quay or pre-book through the Tourist Information Centre, on South Street. Tickets cost £3.50 for adults and £1.50 for children.
Tel: 01726 833616
Web: www.fowey.co.uk
Email: info@fowey.co.uk
Tuesday April 19th
An Evening with...Neil Morrissey, Truro
Join Neil at the Hall for Cornwall as he talks about all aspects of his very colourful life, from being on film sets with the likes of Laurence Olivier and Mel Gibson, to starring in Boon with Michael Elphick and of course his time with Martin Clunes, Caroline Quintin and Leslie Ash in Men Behaving Badly.
The evening starts at 7.30pm and tickets are from £16 to £18.50. Contact the venue for more information and tickets.
Tel: 01872 262466
Web: www.hallforcornwall.co.uk
Wednesday April 20th
Snowlands Car Boot Sale
A small car boot sale held at Snowlands Angling Centre, the entrance is by the goods yard next to Par railway station. It runs from 10am until 2pm. For more information, contact Trevor on the number below.
Tel: 07598 392278
Wednesday April 20th
Stamp, Coin and Collectors Sale, Lostwithiel
This sale, at Jeffery’s Auction Rooms on Fore Street, is to include gold, silver and hammered English and foreign coins, bank notes, cigarette and postcards, medals and militaria, stamps and ephemera, toys and dolls. It will be followed by the sale of general antique, modern furniture and effects.
The viewing day prior to the sale will be Tuesday 19th between 10am and 1pm and then at 2pm until 5.15pm. On sale day the doors open at 9am to commence promptly at 10am.
Tel: 01208 871947
Web: www.jeffreysauctions.co.uk
Email: enquiries@jefferysauctions.co.uk
Wednesday April 20th
City of London Sinfonia with Marcin Zdunik, Truro
Marcin Zdunik won the first prize and Grand Prix winner of the VI Lutoslawski International Cello Competition in Warsaw and has performed with with Prague Chamber Orchestra, Polish Radio Symphony Orchestra and Wratislavia Chamber Orchestra and as well as appearing as soloist in famous European concert halls.
Tickets for tonights show at the Hall for Cornwall are between £17.50 and £22. The evening begins at 8pm. Contact the venue for more information and tickets.
Tel: 01872 262466
Web: www.hallforcornwall.co.uk
Thursday April 21st
Car Boot Sale, Par
An outdoor car boot sale held each Thursday, subject to weather, in the East car park at Cornish Market World, Par Moor road from 8.30am. For more information call the number below.
Tel: 01726 70631 or 07917 775401
Thursday April 21st
Lostwithiel Town Walk
Trace the history of the town from medieval times to the present day. The guided walk begins at the community centre at 11am and lasts for around an hour and a half. There are also lots of nice shops to browse and friendly pubs in Lostwithiel, so make a day of it!
Tel: 01208 872684
Thursday April 21st
‘Neon Quartet’, St Austell Brewery
Neon Quartet is a new group featuring one of the UK's finest and most respected saxophonists and composers Stan Sulzmann in the company of three of the most in demand and versatile young musicians on the British scene.
The venue, at the Brewery Visitor Centre, opens at 6.30pm and the restaurants serves good food, so make a night of it! The music begins at 8pm, and tickets are either £9 in advance from St Austell Tourist Information Centre, or £10 on the door.
Tel: 01726 879500 (St Austell TIC)
Web: www.restormelarts.co.uk
Friday April 22nd
Around the World in Eighty Days, Minack Theatre, near Penzance
As part of their week of storytelling events for family audiences, Dream Team Theatre will present their production of 'Around the World in Eighty Days' for one night only. Join this astonishing journey as three amazing actors portray a cast of 30 characters - and an elephant! Lose yourself in a tale of adventure, friendship and love! Tel: 01736 810181 Friday April 22nd and Saturday April 23rdBirmingham Royal Ballet, Truro One of Britain’s leading classical ballet companies comes to the Hall for Cornwall and shows off its extraordinary diversity in performances that feature a selection of highlights from the world’s favourite ballets. Performances begin at 7.30pm and there is also a matinee at 2.30pm on Saturday. Tickets are from £15 to £22. Contact the venue for more information and to book tickets. Tel: 01872 262466 Easter Egg-Stravaganza, Bodmin & Wenford Railway An occasion to enjoy some of the smaller engines, including our Port of Par twins ‘Alfred’ and ‘Judy’. Steam of all shapes and sizes, brake van rides, miniature railway, Easter Egg Hunt...and much more too! Free Easter egg for all the children. A great day out for all the family. See the website for timetables and more information or call them direct. Tel: 0845 125 9 678 local rate |
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Friday April 22nd until Monday April 25th
Easter Eggstavaganza, Lanhydrock House near Lostwithiel
There’s lots of fun happening over Easter at Lanhydrock, including races, face painting and more. Booking is not needed, as this is a free event supported by Cadbury, although normal admission charges apply to enter this beautiful National Trust property. For more information contact the venue direct.
Tel: 01208 265950
Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Email: lanhydrock@nationaltrust.org.uk
Friday April 22nd until Monday April 25th
Easter Wonderland Weekend, Newquay Zoo
Alice returns to Wonderland this year, for another Mad Hatter’s weird and wonderful weekend of nonsense! Follow the White Rabbit on his trail around Newquay Zoo for duck racing, tea parties and family fun activities! Normal admission charges apply.
Tel: 0844 474 2244 (local rate)
Web: www.newquayzoo.org.uk
Email: info@newquayzoo.org.uk
Friday April 22nd until Monday April 25th
Trereife Easter Food and Craft Fair, Nr Penzance
Inspiring tours of Trereife House, a delectable selection of locally produced food and drink, exquisite art and crafts to browse and buy, children’s Easter Egg Hunt and live music performances: these are just a handful of the attractions to be found at Trereife’s Easter Fair.
One of the many attractions over the weekend will be the highly entertaining locally inspired cookery demonstrations by Andy Appleton head chef of Jamie Oliver’s inspired ‘Fifteen’ restaurant and Sanjay Kumar from Slow Food Cornwall, alongside Robin Turner and Nick Howells from Newlyn’s fish industry. Visitors will have the chance to sample the dishes and purchase the ingredients which will be on sale in the food marquee.
At the top of every younger visitor’s list of things to do has to be the taking part in Trereife’s Grand Easter Egg Hunt. Taking place within the woods and around the walled garden, the Egg Hunt has become very popular with hundreds of happy children expected to be eagerly following the clues this year. As well as the egg hunt, youngsters can have a go in the Funky Food Workshop or be totally amazed by the incredible Mister Cool Magic and his fantastic magic show.
This event runs from 10am until 5pm. Contact Rob Lewis for more information.
Tel: 01736 362750
Web: www.trereifepark.co.uk
Email: trereifepark@btconnect.com
Sunday April 24th
St Austell Car Boot Sale
This larger car boot sale is on every Sunday throughout the year, subject to the weather, from 8am until 1pm. Refreshments and toilets are available.
It is at St Austell’s Council Office car park, which is just off the main A390 road which goes through St Austell towards Truro. Just over the double mini roundabout next to McDonalds you will see the Council Office on the left. For more information call the number below.
Tel: 07951 537037
Sunday April 24th
Charlestown Indoor Car Boot Sale
With up to 40 stalls, this is a popular sale due to its indoor location. There are refreshments and toilets available, as well as some off road parking.
Follow the signs for Charlestown as you come into St Austell on the A390. As you come down Charlestown Road into Charlestown, turn left onto Church Road, and St Pauls Church Hall is next to St Pauls Church.
Tel: 07748 325300
Web: www.indoorcarboot.co.uk
Email: info@indoorcarboot.co.uk
Sunday April 24th and Monday April 25th
Fowey River Craft Fairs
Come to Fowey Town Hall and browse a good selection of quality crafts, such as homemade preserves, knitted items and greeting cards. The selection varies from fair to fair. Admission is free and the fair is open from 10am until 5pm each day.
Web: www.fowey.co.uk
Tuesday April 26th
Island Jumble Sale, St Georges Island, Looe
Take a boat trip to St George's (Looe) Island nature reserve and help raise funds for the Cornwall Wildlife Trust by buying Island bric-a-brac. Items for sale include books and other objects from the Atkins sisters' extensive collections. Book a place on the ‘Islander’ boat by signing up for one of the trips at the St. George's Island information board. This is located by the lifeboat station on Buller's Quay, East Looe. Boats depart from East Looe every half an hour from 10.30 to 14.00. The crossing takes about 15 minutes and visitors will have 1 hour on the Island Beach. The small visitor centre will be open
The boat fee is £6 adults and £4 for under 11s. The trip is dependent on the weather and sea state - on the morning of the event a message will be available on the Island's answer phone (07974 293495) with an update. The Jumble Sale will take place on the Main Beach. The Visitor's Centre and compost toilet will be open. Contact John Roass for more information.
Tel: 07974 293495
Web: www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk
Email: stgeorgesisland@hotmail.co.uk
Tuesday April 26th
Fowey Town Walk
Enjoy a fascinating guided walk around the historic port of Fowey. Running from 11am until 1pm every Tuesday, you can either meet at the Town Quay or pre-book through the Tourist Information Centre, on South Street. Tickets cost £3.50 for adults and £1.50 for children.
Tel: 01726 833616
Web: www.fowey.co.uk
Email: info@fowey.co.uk
Tuesday April 26th
Shaolin Warriors, Truro
This breathtaking theatrical Kung Fu show, at the Hall for Cornwall, vividly depicts the rarely-seen Kung Fu masters’ feats of agility strength and skill, using Buddhist Meditation and their rigorous martial arts training. The show is an extravaganza, with gorgeous scenery, atmospheric music, beautiful lights, and hundreds of costumes.
A must see for family audiences and martial arts experts enthusiasts alike who have been excited and astounded by The Shaolin Warriors. Tickets are between £19.50 and £22, and the show begins at 7.30pm. Contact the venue direct for more information and to book tickets.
Tel: 01872 262466
Web: www.hallforcornwall.co.uk
Wednesday April 27th
Snowlands Car Boot Sale
A small car boot sale held at Snowlands Angling Centre, the entrance is by the goods yard next to Par railway station. It runs from 10am until 2pm. For more information, contact Trevor on the number below.
Tel: 07598 392278
Thursday April 28th
Car Boot Sale, Par
An outdoor car boot sale held each Thursday, subject to weather, in the East car park at Cornish Market World, Par Moor road from 8.30am. For more information call the number below.
Tel: 01726 70631 or 07917 775401
Thursday April 28th
Lostwithiel Town Walk
Trace the history of the town from medieval times to the present day. The guided walk begins at the community centre at 11am and lasts for around an hour and a half. There are also lots of nice shops to browse and friendly pubs in Lostwithiel, so make a day of it!
Tel: 01208 872684
Thursday April 28th and Friday April 29th
Chouf Ouchouf, Truro
Contemporary performance and traditional Moroccan acrobatics, this show is a witty and highly skilled evocation of the energy, joy and urgency of life in Tangiers.
Chouf Ouchouf is the latest collaboration between Groupe Acrobatique de Tangier and Swiss artists Zimmerman and de Perrot. With live music and a set that floats apart and reassembles to represent the many faces of a bewildering and exciting landscape, the performers go in search of the city's beating heart.
Tickets are from £7 to £23 each and performances begin at 7.30pm. For more information and tickets contact the venue.
Tel: 01872 262466
Web: www.hallforcornwall.co.uk
Friday April 29th
Lostwithiel Local Produce Market
You will find lots of fresh, seasonal, local produce for sale, including meat, fish, fruit and vegetables. There are also cakes, plants and some crafts. Each market is different depending on what’s in season.
Held at the Community Centre, which is easy to find on the main road through Lostwithiel, from 10am -2pm, it is free to get in and there is also free parking.
Tel: 01579 324193
Friday April 29th
1000 years of music with Clive Caroll
This show at Whitecross Village Hall in Lanteglos includes 12th Century Rounds and Bach through to the Kaiser Chiefs via 16th Century lute songs, Spanish Guitar music, South American Tangos, Django Reinhardt jazz, Beatles songs and Coldplay!
Clive tours with the International Guitar Night of America and with world class guitarists such as Ralph Towner, D’Gary & Vishwa Moham Bhatt. He has released 3 solo albums. Tonight’s show begins at 7pm
Tel: 01726 870211
Friday April 29th
Cornwall International Male Voice Choir Festival Concert, Truro
This concert takes place in the impressive Truro Cathedral and is part of the fifth International Festival, which runs from April 27th until May 2nd. The choirs include Dubna Boys Choir of Moscow, the City of Truro Male Choir, Warwickshire County Choristers and Espoo Male Singers of Finland.
The tickets are £11 to £16 each and available from Hall for Cornwall. The concert begins at 7.30pm.
Tel: 01872 262466
Web: www.hallforcornwall.co.uk and www.cimvcf.org.uk
Saturday April 30th
Cornwall International Male Voice Choir Festival Concert, Truro
Tonight’s choirs, at the Hall for Cornwall in Truro, include Helsinki Academic Male Choir, KYL Four Lanes Male Choir and County Sligo Golf Club Male Voice Choir. Tickets are £13 to £16 and the concert begins at 8pm.
Tel: 01872 262466
Web: www.hallforcornwall.co.uk and www.cimvcf.org.uk
Saturday April 30th
‘Steam, Beer and Jazz Special’, Bodmin and Wenford Railway
A great evening out! Come and enjoy the music of either the Pennyroyal Jazz Band or the Cornish Steam Jazz Band, together with the sight, sound and smell of a working steam locomotive.
The Jazz Band are playing at the station from 6pm, with the musical entertainment then continuing throughout the evening on board the train. There is a licensed bar on board, with real ale available. The food is served at about 7.45pm. There is a choice of Fish & Chips, Sausage & Chips or Vegetarian Burger and Chips. Please make your selection when booking
The train returns to Bodmin General at about 9.30 to 10.00pm. Adults tickets are £19.95, Child £9.95, Family (2 adults & 2 children) £54.95. Advanced booking is essential.
Tel: 0845 125 9 678 local rate
Web: www.bodminandwenfordrailway.co.uk