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May has finally arrived with its fabulous double whammy of Bank Holidays and here we have all the events you could possibly need to fill those extra long weekends.

With this issue, we have now started our second year of publications, which seems something of a miracle when you consider the chaos of the early days. We’re still on a learning curve but it is perhaps a little less steep these days.

Rather marvellously, we now have an intern; Henry Osman joined the team early in April and I can honestly say I have no idea how I managed without him.

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We are now working closely with the Cornwall 365 team on their Arts Council and Visit England sup-ported two year programme designed to build a new and ongoing network of cultural players and tourism businesses across Cornwall.

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Every Monday during term-timeMinnows’ Tales11amDrop in for a lively half hour of stories, songs and rhymes in our beautiful galleries. Under-fives, parents and carers welcome. 01326 313 388www.nmmc.co.ukFalmouth, Maritime Museum

Saturday 2nd MayPoetree Postie - Creative Workshop11am - FreeFor families with children of all ages.01326 313 863www.falmouthartgallery.comFalmouth, Falmouth Art Gallery

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Saturday 2nd MayBat Conservation 2pmCome and learn about bats; followed by a bat walk from 8pm (weather dependant).01637 875 404www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trericeKestle Mill, Trerice

Saturday 2nd MayGRWE Annual Charity Dog Show11.30amFamily charity dog show.Goonhavern, Village Hall

Saturday 9th - Sunday 10th MayPirates and Princesses Weekend Tredinnick, Crealy Adventure Park

Saturday 9th MayPort Eliot Dog FestivalAnnual dog festival to raise money for Children’s Hospice Southwest.St Germans, Port Eliot Estate

Saturday 9th - Sunday 10th MayWildlife Celebrations10.30amA 2 day charity event in association with Cornwall Wildlife Trust.01326 252 200www.trebah-garden.co.ukMawnan Smith, Trebah Garden

Thursday 14th MayEngines in a Different Light 5pm Celebrate Museums at Night and see the impressive engines as day turns to dusk. 01209 315 027www.nationaltrust.org.uk/east pool mineNr Redruth, East Pool Mine

Friday 15th MayMuseums at Night6.30pm - £5.95Experience our new Viking Voyagers exhibition brought to life as the evening draws in.01326 313 388www.nmmc.co.ukFalmouth, Maritime Museum



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Friday 15th May The Night Shift 7.30pm - £6/£8Visit Poldark country and discover the story of The Night Shift at these two Cornish giants.01736 788 662 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/levant-mine nr Pendeen, Levant and Geevor Mines

Sat 16th - Sun 17th MayChallenge the MarinesTake on the men to raise money for Looe’s Firework fund. Looe Beach

Monday 18th MayFireworks DisplayNewquay, Mawgan Porth Beach

Friday 22nd MayMuseum Minnows1.30pm - Free with Museum entrance ticket01326 313 388www.nmmc.co.ukFalmouth, Maritime Museum

Friday 22nd - Monday 25th MayFamily Wild in the Woods12noon - £50/£75A family activity-based camping weekend. Sold out, please ring to be added to the waiting list.01579351346www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coteheleSt Dominick, Cotehele

Sat 23rd - Sun 31st MayShine On! 12noonWith a different make and take activity every day you’ll be dazzled this May half-term.01326 313 388www.nmmc.co.ukFalmouth, Maritime Museum

Daily from Saturday 23rd MayI Spy TateBe inspired, explore and create with our holiday activities for all the family. See page 7.01736 796 226www.tate.org.uk/stivesTate, St Ives

Sat 23rd - Sat 30th MayArt Base11amBe inspired, explore and create with our holiday activities for all the family. See page 7.01736 796 226www.tate.org.uk/stivesTate, St Ives

BUBBLE FOOTBALL IS HERE!!!For those of you that don’t already know, bubble football is the latest craze sweeping the nation. You may have seen the videos that have gone viral on Youtube and Facebook... Well now is your chance to be part of the action in Cornwall!

NO FOOTBALL SKILLS? - NO PROBLEM!A lot of their bookings are for Adult and children’s Birthdays, Stag and Hen Parties, Corporate, team building and charity events or simply people wanting to have a good laugh with their mates! With venues in every town in Cornwall, they offer an unrivaled, safe and professional service, whilst maximizing the amount of fun you can have in a bubble!

Call the guys on 01872 224023 or find them on Facebook www.facebook.com/bubblefootballsouthwestwww.bubblefootballsouthwest.co.ukinfo@bubblefootballsouthwest.co.uk

Bubble Football South West Ltd are proud to announce that they have been shortlisted as one of the final three companies in the category of ‘BEST NEW BUSINESS‘ at the Cornwall Business Awards 2015, they are really excited and looking forward to the award ceremony in MAY!...


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Saturday 23rd - Sun 31st MayLight Up PorthcurnoWe’ll be shining and dazzling with family-friendly activities all week celebrating the science and art of light.01736 810 966www.telegraphmuseum.orgPorthcurno, Telegraph Museum

Sun 24th May - Thurs 28th May50 ThingsMake a daisy chain; hunt for bugs; discover what’s in a pond; and go birdwatching.01736 363 148www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trengwaintonTrengwainton Garden

Monday 25th MayFeadon Farm Wildlife Experience4pm - £4Join Wildlife Ranger, Gary Zammit, as he introduces a selection of our native wildlife.01326 211 222www.tempusleisure.org.ukFalmouth, Princess Pavilion

Saturday 23rd MayWinnie’s Wanderings 1.30pmFree outdoor painting workshop for families with children of all ages.01326 313 863www.falmouthartgallery.comFalmouth, Falmouth Art Gallery

Sat 23rd May - Sat 25th JulyCrazy Cowhand Trail Go Yeehaw at Trebah! Discover all the essential objects a good cowhand needs and become a Trebah cowboy or girl. See page 8.01326 252 200www.trebah-garden.co.ukMawnan Smith, Trebah Garden

Saturday 23rd May - Sunday 24th MayWild Art 11amCome and create some wild art.01637 875 404www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trericeTrerice, Kestle Mill

Saturday 23rd MaySun and Stars at Carnewas6.30pm - FreeJoin the National Trust and Kernow Astronomers to stargaze at this amazing cliff-top location, given Dark Skies status.01208 863 046www.nationaltrust.org.uk/carnewas-at-bedruthanBedruthan (Meet at National Trust car park)

Saturday 23rd - Monday 25th May50 Things for FunCelebrate 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾.01736 763 194www.nationaltrust.org.uk/godolphinnr Helston, Godolphin

Saturday 23rd - Sun 24th MayLife on the Rocks Supersized Weekend11amShow some flare and beam with pride when you take part in our brilliant array of lighthouse themed activities.01326 313 388www.nmmc.co.ukFalmouth , Maritime Museum

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Tuesday 26th MayIrresistible InsectsDiscover and explore the effects of iridescence in the natural world, in this insect-themed learn, make and take session.01736 810 966www.porthcurno.org.ukPorthcurno, Telegraph Museum

Tuesday 26th MaySuperheroes DaySuperheroes take time off to meet fans at the park.Tredinnick, Crealy Adventure Park

Tuesday 26th MayStory Time with Sally Crabtree11am/12noon/2pmCast your line into the sea of songs, hoist the story sail and make treasures from the cargo of creativity.01326 313 388www.nmmc.co.ukFalmouth, Maritime Museum

Tuesday 26th MayWild West Workshop 11am - £3Drop into the Wild West Workshop and create your own Native American inspired headdress.01326 252 200www.trebah-garden.co.uk

Mawnan Smith, Trebah Garden

Thursday 28th MayThe Glorious Glow of GoldLearn about the amazing properties of gold, and make a glittering South East Asian inspired mask to take home.01736 810 966www.porthcurno.org.ukPorthcurno, Telegraph Museum

Tuesday 26th - Friday 29th MayHalf Term Fun for Children and Families11am - FreeWith children’s trails and drop-in art and craft activities on our messy table.01872 276 782www.trurocathedral.org.uk Truro, Truro Cathedral

Tuesday 26th MayFairy and Pixie Mini Garden10.30am/2pm - £4 Make and take a fairy and pixie mini-garden with real plants from our greenhouse.01326 211 222www.tempusleisure.org.ukFalmouth, Princess Pavilion



Wednesday 27th MayScreen Printing for Children (8 and over)10.30am/2pm - £12 per child (in-cludes a t-shirt and all materials)Take inspiration from Kurt Jackson’s Place and explore screenprinting with printmaker Dena O’Brien.01872 272 205www.royalcornwallmuseum.org.ukTruro, Royal Cornwall Museum

Thursday 28th MayUnder The Sea3pmCome and discover what lies beneath the waves as Cornish Diving School take you on a fascinating underwater journey.01872 862 090www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trelissickFeock, Trelissick Barn

Thursday 28th May Thorsday11.30/12.30pm/2pm Thursday of every school holiday is Thorsday at the Maritime Museum!01326 313 388www.nmmc.co.ukFalmouth, Maritime Museum

Tuesday 26th MayFamily Fun Print Workshop (under 7s)10.30am/2pm - £2.50Take inspiration from Kurt Jackson’s Place and use a variety of objects to create printed pictures.01872 272 205www.royalcornwallmuseum.org.ukTruro, Royal Cornwall Museum

Wednesday 27th May 50 Things: Plant it, Grow it, Eat itPrepare and plant a seed then take it home and nurture it. 01209 315027www.nationaltrust.org.uk/east-pool mineNr Redruth, East Pool Mine

Wednesday 27th May50 Things: Hunt for Bugs11amCome and hunt for bugs with us and tick off number 31 in your 50 things scrapbook.01579 351 346www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coteheleSt Dominick, Cotehele

Thursday 28th MayStamps Galore11amFree creative workshop for families.01326 313 863www.falmouthartgallery.comFalmouth, Falmouth Art Gallery

Thursday 28th May50 things: Create Some Wild Art11amJoin us to make some wild art and tick off number 18 in your 50 things to do scrapbook.01579 351 346www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coteheleSt Dominick, Cotehele

Friday 29th MayCartoon Fun2pmFree creative workshop for families with children of all ages.01326 313 863www.falmouthartgallery.comFalmouth, Falmouth Art Gallery

Friday 29th MayStar Party9.30pm - FreeThe Kernow Astronomers will be setting up a range of telescopes at Trelissick. Public viewing will commence around 9.30pm. Part of the Fal River Festival. See page 13.01872 862090www.kernowastronomers.comFeock, Trelissick Countryside

Friday 29th May50 things: Discover What’s in a Pond1pmJoin us to discover what’s in a pond and tick off number 35 in your 50 things to do scrapbook.01579 351 346www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coteheleSt Dominick, Cotehele

Saturday 30th MaySmooth Criminal11am - FreeCreative workshop for families with children of all ages.01326 313 863www.falmouthartgallery.comFalmouth, Falmouth Art Gallery

Saturday 30th MayMilitary Day A day of remembrance for the American 29th Infantry Division who left for the landings from Trebah beach.01326 252 200www.trebah-garden.co.ukMawnan Smith, Trebah Garden

Saturday 30th MayHalf Term Rockpool Ramble9.30amYou never know what you might find under a rock or in amongst the seaweed.Hannafore Beach


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Thursday 30th April - Monday 4th May Pie and Ale FestivalFine ales, ciders, pies, great food and music.01326 702 701www.thesmugglersden.co.ukCubert, The Smugglers Den Inn

Friday 1st - Monday 4th MayArt8 - Newquay’s Arts & Culture FestivalFour days bursting at the seams with events, exhibits and workshops.Newquay

Saturday 2nd MayInternational Male Voice Choral Festival12noonSeveral choirs will perform live throughout the afternoon.01326 252 200www.trebah-garden.co.ukTrebah Garden, Mawnan Smith

Sunday 3rd MaySt Dennis Ale & Cider Festival12noon - £6 Large selection of real ales and ciders; hot food tent; kids rides in car park.St Austell, St Dennis WMC

Monday 4th - Friday 8th MaySt Mawes Classic Car Festival Giving drivers a chance to discover new parts of Cornwall.St Mawes

Sat 9th - Sat 16th MaySt Ives Literature FestivalEight days of literature in St. Ives, featuring book launches, poetry and prose readings, live music, comedy acts, and creative writing workshops. Listen to some of the UK’s established and upcoming authors and poets at events in venues across the town centre.St Ives, St Ives Arts Club

Sat 9th - Sat 16th MayFowey Festival of Words & MusicThe Fowey Festival will provide an eclectic mix of talks, interviews, workshops and music events to enjoy, inform, challenge and inspire the imagination. 01726 879 500www.crbo.co.ukVarious venues in Fowey

Saturday 9th MayPort Eliot Dog FestivalAnnual dog festival to raise money for Children’s Hospice Southwest.St Germans, Port Eliot Estate

Sunday 10th MaySt Ives Blues, Rhythm & Rock FestivalGreat live music at an affordable price.St Ives, Guildhall

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Sat 16th - Sun 17th MayThe Healing Light Festival10am - £2Showcase for Cornish complementary therapists. Tarot readings, mediums, associated craft stalls, talks and workshops.01209 212662www.thehealinglightfestival.comPool, Heartlands

Sunday 17th MayLostFestWe’re on track to bring you another day of foot-stomping music, madness and mayhem.Lostwithiel

Friday 22nd - Sunday 24th MayTunes in the Dunes2pm - £85 (for weekend tickets)A brand new festival, set on the beautiful golden sands of Perranporth beach in Cornwall. See page 2.01872 572888www.tunesinthedunes.co.ukPerranporth, On the Beach

Friday 22nd - Monday 25th MayBude & Stratton Folk FestivalThe Folk Festival is a friendly mix of folk concerts, workshops and themed events.Bude

Friday 22nd - Monday 25th MayFlower FestivalPosies of poetry with flower displays and poems.Stratton, St Andrew’s Church

Friday 22nd - Monday 25th MayPenryn Arts FestivalA multi-venue family arts festival led by local artistic talentwww.penrynartsfestival.comPenryn, throughout the town

Friday 22nd - Sunday 31st MayFal River Festival10-day festival with a range of events from art to rowing. Celebrate the 10th anniversary of this fantastic 10-day community festival. Get involved with an engaging programme of music & drama, the arts, gig racing, swimming, walking & lots more. See page 13. www.falriverfestival.co.uk Falmouth, Various locations Saturday 23rd - Sunday 24th MayFleet Fest1pmCornish real ale festival and family fun weekend.Padstow, North Quay

Wednesday 27th - Sunday 31st MayWay Out WestA campout for Westerners with great music. Indian Queens, Gnome World

Friday 29th - Sunday 31st MayTrelay in May Workshops on sustainability, small-farm tours, family activities, food, dance, music and more.07789 910 694www.trelay.orgSt Gennys, Trelay Farm

Thursday 28th - Saturday 30th MaySt Ives Beer FestivalBeer festival with live music and food. St Ives, Guildhall



Until Sunday 1st NovemberHangloose For your next adrenaline fix or some family fun, the only place is Hangloose. See page 19.Bodelva, Eden Project

Friday 1st - Sunday 3rd MayWorld Pilot Gig Championships Crews compete for the title of World Champions. Isles of Scilly

Saturday 2nd MayLooe Island Guided Walk£25Join the wardens for a nature reserve walk.Looe Island Nature Reserve

Saturday 2nd - Sunday 3rd MayGB Ocean Ski Race2.20pmRound one sees competitors take to the sea off Looe.Millendreath

Saturday 2nd - Monday 4th MayScubafestDive, dance and have a good time.Pentewan

Saturday 2nd - Monday 4th MayEnglish National Surfing ChampionshipsPremier event on the UK Pro Surf Tour.Newquay, Watergate Bay

Friday 1st - Monday 4th MayMini World Riviera Run10amFestival celebrating the generations of the Mini.Porth, Newquay View Resort

Wednesday 6th MayTruro Weekly Walking Tour£3.50/£6 Tours every Wednesday from May to September.Truro

Saturday 9th - Sunday 10th MayThunderCat Racing National Championship Adrenaline fuelled powerboat racing close to the shoreline.Newquay, Fistral Beach

Sunday 10th MayEden Classic Cycle RideA mass participation cycle ride with three route options ranging from a short yet challenging rideof 35 miles, to a middle distance of 62 miles and a long ride for the experienced sportive rider of 100 miles.Bodelva, Eden Project

Monday 11th - Tuesday 12th MayNancy Belle River TripsTimes vary due to tide, ring for times - £15Climb aboard Shamrock’s 22 foot safety boat and take a ride up the river.01579 351 346www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coteheleSt Dominick, Cotehele

Tuesday 12th MayCoastal Challenge Series: Pentire Point7pm - £1.50Enjoy the coastline on a 10k or 5k trail run led by Bodmin Road Runners.01208 863 821www.nationaltrust.org.uk/polzeath-to-port-quinnr Polzeath, Pentire Headland

Tuesday 26th - Wed 27th May Nancy Belle River TripsTimes vary due to tide, ring for times - £15Climb aboard Shamrock’s 22 foot safety boat and take a ride up the river.01579 351 346www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coteheleSt Dominick, Cotehele

Saturday 30th MayMarazion TriathlonSwim - 1500m, cycle - 40km, run - 10km.Marazion, Marazion Folly Field

Saturday 30th MayKayaking at Mullion9am - £45Get a new perspective of the Lizard from the comfort of a kayak as we take you on a guided tour to explore the caves and coves around Mullion Harbour. 01326 558 424 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lizard

Sunday 31st MayGran Fondo Cycling Race9amWatch the cyclists whiz through Cotehele during this 100 mile road race around Dartmoor and SE Cornwall.01579 351 346www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coteheleSt Dominick, Cotehele

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Saturday 16th MayStep up to Spring 2pm - FreeJoin local botanists for a walk through the magical River Cove Valley and out onto the coast path. Booking essential.01736 791 543www.nationatrust.org.uk/st ives to pendeenTreveal, Nr Zennor

Saturday 16th MayAriel Bike Show10.30pm - £4.75/£9.50The Ariel Bikes return, giving you a rare opportunity to view these classic motorbikes, meet their owners and find out more.01872 862 090www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trelissickFeock, Trelissick House

Wednesday 20th May Royal Navy Triathlon ChampionshipsTorpoint

Saturday 23 MayThe Edible Hedgerows of Trenow10am - £7.50Find out which plants can be used in tasty recipes during this short stroll along the coast.01736 335 530www.nationaltrust.org.uk/mounts bayTrenow Cove



DANCEMonday 4th MayTywardreath Morris DancersMixed Morris dance team. Part of The Black Prince Festival.Cawsand

Wednesday 6th MayTywardreath Morris DancersMixed Morris dance team, performing in the Cotswold tradition.Tywardreath, The New Inn

Friday 8th MayThe House GranNabo - Panta Rei Danseteater7.30pm A beautiful, energetic and playful dance performance with five strong dancers from Norway.01209 312 500www.carntocove.co.ukWadebridge, Town Hall

Saturday 9th MayTywardreath Morris DancersPerforming at MayFest, Callington.Callington

Saturday 9th MayThe House GranNabo - Panta Rei Danseteater 7.30pmA beautiful, energetic and playful dance performance with five strong dancers from Norway.01209 312 500www.carntocove.co.ukSt Ives, St Ives Guildhall

Wednesday 13th MayTywardreath Morris DancersA mixed Morris dance team, performing in the Cotswold tradition.Tregony, The Kings Arts

Friday 15th MayPasha Kovalev: Life Through Dance7.45pmBe transported into the world of ballroom and Latin dance with all it’s glitter and sequins.01209 216 278www.merlincinemas.co.ukRedruth, The Regal Theatre

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Wednesday 27th MayTywardreath Morris DancersA mixed morris dance team, performing mainly in the Cotswold tradition.Lerryn, The Ship Inn

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Thur 30th April - Mon 4th May Pie and Ale FestivalOver 70 fine ales, a choice of ciders, pies, other delicious food and a great music line up.01326 702 701www.thesmugglersden.co.ukCubert, The Smugglers Den Inn

Saturday 2nd MayBreadmaking - Celtic Bread Trail 10am - £40Join our culinary celebration of breads made by the Celtic dwellers of Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Cornwall and France.01637 860 860 www.bedruthan.com Mawgan Porth, Bedruthan Hotel and Spa

Saturday 2nd MayLanson Grill FestThe American BBQ scene arrives in Lanson.Launceston, Launceston Square

Sunday 3rd MaySt Dennis Ale & Cider Festival12noon - £6 Real ales and ciders, hot food tent, kids rides.St Austell, St Dennis WMC

Saturday 9th MayA Night of Spanish Food and Music7.30pmA new pop up caféCalstock, Calstock Arts (The Old Chapel)

Wednesday 13th MaySimple Suppers Course10am - £120 www.philleighway.co.ukPhilleigh, Philleigh Way Cookery School

Thursday 14th MayCharity Fine Dining EveningFor Children’s Hospice SW and Launceston Foodbank.Launceston, Firebrand Bar & Restaurant

Friday 15th MayGurnard’s Head Forage and Feast DayCoastal walk followed by lunch at The Gurnard’s Head.Treen, The Gurnard’s Head

Saturday 23rd MayDinner Party Cookery 10am - £130Philleigh, Philleigh Way Cookery School

Sat 23rd - Sun 24th MayFleet Fest1pmCornish real ale festival and family fun weekend.Padstow North Quay

Thursday 28th May An Evening with Jack Stein7pmWatch Jack cook three dishes with tastings of each.Padstow, Padstow Seafood School

Thursday 28th - Sat 30th MaySt Ives Beer FestivalBeer festival with live music and food.St Ives, Guildhall

Saturday 30th MayFish Cookery Course10am - £130www.philleighway.co.ukPhilleigh, Philleigh Way Cookery School

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Thursday 7th MayNGS Open Day at TrericeVisit Trerice today and support the National Gardens Scheme open day..01637 875 404www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trericeKestle Mill, Trerice

Sunday 10th MayWalled Garden Party12noon - FreeCelebrate the springtime with us in our walled garden at the Stables. BBQ, children’s activities and entertainment.01326 558 423www.nationaltrust.org.uk/penrosePenrose

Sunday 10th MayNational Gardens Scheme Day10amVisit our ancient gardens to raise money for NGS.01736 763 194www.nationaltrust.org.uk/godolphinnr Helston, Godolphin

Sunday 10th MayBluebell Walk 10.30amA stroll through the wonderful ancient Kilminorth Woods. West Looe, Kilminorth Woods

Sunday 10th MaySave our Native BluebellAn informative talk on the threats to native bluebells.01736 763 194www.nationaltrust.org.uk/godolphinnr Helston, Godolphin

Friday 15th - Saturday 30th MayAmazing Aquilegias10.30am (last admission 4.30pm)Walk down through the valley with sunny slopes carpeted with jewel-like aquilegias.01326 252 [email protected] Smith, Glendurgan

Saturday 16th MayForage and Feast Walk10am - £5/£10Experience the Lizard coast at its finest with this springtime walk exploring what’s edible (and what’s not) around the Predannack cliffs.01326 291 174www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lizardMeet at Predannack Wollas Car Park

Sat 16th - Sun 17th MayThe Bonsai Show10.30amCornwall Bonsai Society bring their annual show to our stables. See exhibition plants and get tips on cultivation.01872 862 090www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trelissickFeock, Trelissick Stables

Sunday 17th MayGuided Garden Tour2pmA guided tour of Pentillie’s stunning gardens.St Mellion, Pentillie Castle

Wednesday 20th MayGuided Tour of Boconnoc House and Gardens2pm - £18For those interested in the history of this beautiful estate. Lostwithiel, Boconnoc

Saturday 23rd MaySun and Stars at Carnewas6.30pm - FreeJoin the National Trust and Kernow Astronomers to stargaze at this amazing cliff-top location, a Dark Sky site.01208 863 046www.nationaltrust.org.uk/carnewas-at-bedruthanBedruthan (Meet at National Trust car park)

Saturday 23rd - Monday 25th MayThe Cornwall Association of Woodturners10.30amCAW will be demonstrating woodturning and selling items made from locally sourced wood.01872 862 090www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trelissickFeock, Trelissick Stables

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Friday 1st May - Friday 15th MayBrilliant Bluebells10.30am - 4.30pmWalk down through the valley with sunny slopes carpeted with bluebells.01326 252 [email protected] Smith, Glendurgan

Saturday 2nd MayLooe Island Guided Walk£25Join the wardens for a nature reserve walk.Looe Island Nature Reserve

Sunday 3rd May Bio-BlitzExplore Pentillie’s wildlife with experts.St Mellion, Pentillie Castle

Monday 4th MayGarden Open Day Venture into Pentillie’s wonderful spring gardens.St Mellion, Pentillie Castle

Thursday 7th MaySpring Flowers on the Lizard 10am - £2.50 + parking charges to non-membersA guided botanical walk along the cliffs at Kynance in all their spring glory. 01326 291 174www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lizardMeet at Kynance Car Park

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Monday 4th MaySt Ives May DayThis event offers fun and excitement for all the family.St Ives

Friday 8th MayHelston Flora Day For hundreds of years the townsfolk have celebrated this wonderful tradition.Helston

Saturday 9th MayCallington MayFestMusic, dancing and stalls in the street.Callington

Saturday 9th - Sunday 10th MayCharity Vintage RallyChacewater

Sunday 10th MayCornwall Worship£5For the fifth time Cornwall Worship will be facilitating a time of prayer and worship in the Minack Theatre.01736 810 181www.minack.comPorthcurno, Minack Theatre

Sunday 10th MayRemember Our Child Service2pmA service for families and friends to remember and celebrate the lives of children who have died.01872 276 782www.trurocathedral.org.uk Truro, Cathedral

Sunday 17th MayCornwall Air Ambulance Annual Plant Sale11amAnnual plant sale in aid of Cornwall Air Ambulance.01637 889 926www.cornwallairambulancetrust.orgNewquay, Trevithick Downs

Sunday 17th MayMay Marine Cleaning Machine11amGet involved and help clean up our beaches.Downderry Beach

Saturday 23rd - Monday 25th MayD-Day 7110.30amA military event in commemoration of the D-Day landings.Penryn, Mylor Bridge

Sunday 24th MayLudgvan Open Village Day12noonGardens, live music, exhibitions, teas and a vintage sale.Ludgvan Village

Monday 25th MayTudor Costume Day11amTry on our Tudor costumes. 01637 875 404www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trericeKestle Mill, Trerice

Monday 25th MayVictorian Street FairTombola, bric-a-brac stalls, local produce, crafts and more.St Agnes

Thursday 28th MayPick Up Sticks Game10.30am/2pm - £4Make your own Shanghai Pick Up Sticks game to take home.01326 211 222www.tempusleisure.org.ukFalmouth, Princess Pavilion

Thursday 28th MayMarine Discovery Day11am - FreeA marine day you will never forget from the National Trust amongst others.01208 86 3821 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/polzeath-to-port-quinPolzeath Beach

SPIRITUAL Friday 1st MayPsychic Night with Nikki Kitt7.30pm - £10Giving messages to people in the audience from their loved ones in spirit with amazing accuracy and details.01726 879 500 www.crbo.co.ukSt Austell, St Austell Arts Theatre

Saturday 16th MayHLF Presents: Alan Jones and Kerry Jackson7pm - £10An evening of psychic entertainment, intuitive reading and clairvoyance.01209 722 320www.heartlandscornwall.comPool, Heartlands

Friday 1st MayMakeover Groups for Carers11am/2pm - FreeDemos, practice and tips. Threemilestone, Community Centre

Friday 1st MayPadstow May DayMay Day is the biggest day in Padstow's calendar.Padstow

Saturday 2nd MayWest Looe May FayreWelcome in the summer with Maypole dancing, stalls and music.West Looe

Saturday 2nd - Sunday 3rd MayThe Cornwall Home & Lifestyle ShowThe best of Cornwall’s home related products and services.Wadebridge, Royal Cornwall Showground

Saturday 2nd - Sunday 3rd MaySaltash May FairAnnual event put on for the people of Saltash.Saltash

Monday 4th MayTudor Costume Day11amTry on our Tudor costumes. 01637 875 404www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trericeKestle Mill, Trerice

Monday 4th MayBlack Prince Flower Boat ProcessionThe villages will be celebrating with colour, music and dancing.Millbrook, Kingsand & Cawsand

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Until Saturday 2nd MayIlker Cinarel: The Dad Project. Recreating missing family photos but, with his father no longer alive, a series of surrogate fathers step in.01736 363 715www.newlynartgallery.co.ukThe Exchange, Penzance

Saturday 2nd MayScreen Printing Workshop10am/2pm - £18Screen print your own pencil case or make-up bag.01637 860 860 www.bedruthan.comMawgan Porth, Bedruthan Hotel and Spa

Wed 6th - Mon 11th MayTruro College BA Applied Media Show 10amCreative degree level work from Truro College.Falmouth, The Poly

Friday 8th MayNeedle Felting 10am - £65 (materials included)Join us in our sea view craft room for the day and discover the fun of needle felting.01637 860 860 www.bedruthan.com Mawgan Porth, Bedruthan Hotel and Spa

Saturday 9th MayIntermediate Silver Jewellery Making10am - £75 (including materials)01637 860 860 www.bedruthan.com Mawgan Porth, Bedruthan Hotel and Spa

Saturday 9th May - Monday 8th JuneYou are Here10.30pmAn exhibition that brings together artefacts designed to define a sense of space.01872 862 090www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trelissickFeock, Trelissick Garden

Until Sunday 10th May The Modern Lens Showing the work of pioneering artists from the Americas, Japan and Europe for the first time at Tate St Ives.01736 796 226www.tate.org.uk/stivesTate, St Ives

Mon 11th - Sat 16th MayCornwall College Extramural ProjectWork by first year students from the FdA/BA(Hons) Contemporary Creative Practice course.01736 363 715www.newlynartgallery.co.ukPenzance, The Exchange (The Engine Room)

Wednesday 13th - Sunday 31st MayRoom to Room10.30pmThe quiet corners of Trelissick House are the focus in a drawing exhibition that captures the spirit of this historic place.01872 862 090www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trelissickFeock, Trelissick House

Saturday 16th MayThe Makers’ MarketA range of high quality and bespoke work for sale by local and regional designers and makers. 01736 363 715www.newlynartgallery.co.ukPenzance, The Exchange (The Engine Room)

Saturday 16th May - Thursday 30th JulyThe Sea CalendarA year in the life of the cornish sea: paintings by Penny RumbleMousehole, The Old Coastguard

Until Sunday 17th MayCelebrating the SeaThe sea is part of who we are as a nation. It is this heritage and environment that the Royal Society of Marine Artists celebrates. 01326 313 388www.nmmc.co.ukFalmouth, National Maritime Museum

Tuesday 19th - Sat 23rd MayTENTh: Art & Design Exhibition9am10th annual exhibition by Truro College students.Truro, Lemon Quay

Until Friday 20th MayBoundless: Land + Sea from the EdgeSimon Gaiger, Adam Halls, Peter Hayes, John O’Carroll, Wim Snelders and Vaughan Warren.Wadebridge, Circle Contemporary

Friday 22nd MayFantastic Light Show Opening5pmThe opening of our summer exhibition will be a celebration of Summer light.01326 378 397www.fannieandfox.co.ukPenryn, Fannie and Fox

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Friday 22nd MayScreenprint Your Own Cushion10am - £5501637 860 860 www.bedruthan.com Mawgan Porth, Bedruthan Hotel and Spa

Fri 22nd May - Sat 13th JuneMaxine Whitbread-AbrutatAfter 24 years as an art teacher Maxine decided to develop her own practice by embarking on a Master’s degree in Fine Art.01736 363 715www.newlynartgallery.co.ukPenzance, The Exchange (The Engine Room)

Saturday 23rd - Sunday 24th MayNew Paintings & Studio Sale by Paul Hoare10amPreviously exhibited in RI, Mall Galleries London and the Sunday Times. See page 30.01872 553 235www.cornwallart.co.ukTrevaunance Cove, Trevaunance Point House

Saturday 23rd May - Sunday 31st MayOpen Studios CornwallThis is Cornwall’s largest free art event, which opens its doors for a week to celebrate one of the country’s most creative art scenes. See opposite.01209 312501www.creativeskills.org.ukVarious venues around Cornwall

Saturday 23rd May - Sunday 31st May20An exhibition celebrating twenty years of the Brandon Trust.01872 276 782www.trurocathedral.org.ukTruro, Truro Cathedral

Saturday 23rd May - Sunday 31st MayExhibition at The CowshedJane Bodle, Rosey Briggs, Margaret Kumsang, Julie Peart, Jill Rickard, and Di Taylor.Mylor Bridge, The Cowshed

Saturday 23rd May - Sunday 27th SeptemberArtist Room: Dan FlavinTate St Ives will continue its biennial series of one-room displays by a mix of contemporary and historic artists.01736 796 226www.tate.org.uk/stivesTate St Ives

Saturday 23rd May - Sunday 27th SeptemberImages Moving Out Onto SpaceThis exhibition asks what happens when art works are set in motion. When they move around the gallery or out into the world. See below.01736 796 226www.tate.org.uk/stivesTate St Ives

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Monday 25th MayGlass Blowing Open Day10am - FreeCome along and see Malcolm Sutcliffe demonstrating his expertise in glass blowing in his studio and gallery.01326 377 020www.malcolm-sutcliffe.co.ukPenryn, Malcolm Sutcliffe Glass Gallery

Until Saturday 30th MayPenny Black ExhibitionAn eclectic mix of letter, stamps and postage related art.01326 313 863www.falmouthartgallery.comFalmouth, Falmouth Art Gallery

Thursday 28th MayVanessa Whitburn£8/£10The Archers editor for 23 years discusses her career.Falmouth, The Poly

Until Friday 29th MayView from a WindowThis exhibition features Trevor Price and Joan Bose among new work by British and West Country artists.01579 351 346www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coteheleSt Dominick, Cotehele

Until Saturday 30th MayBloomberg New Contemporaries 2014Featuring 55 of the most promising artists emerging from UK art schools with work by new and recent fine art graduates.01736 363 715www.newlynartgallery.co.ukPenzance, The Exchange



Until Saturday 30th May Michel Francois A display of functional vessels with a sculptural quality, using glazes made from Feldspar Cornish stone and ash from local trees.01736 363 715www.newlynartgallery.co.ukNewlyn, Newlyn Art Gallery

Sat 30th May - Sun 31st MayNew Paintings & Studio Sale by Paul Hoare10amPreviously exhibited in RI, Mall Galleries London and the Sunday Times.01872 553 235www.cornwallart.co.ukTrevaunance Cove, Trevaunance Point House

Saturday 30th May - Sunday 2nd AugustFlora and Fauna 11amExhibition features Susie Marsh and Renee Kilburn amongst other West Country artists.0157 935 1346www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coteheleSt Dominick, Cotehele

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Until Saturday 30th MayLuke Frost Luke Frost’s work deals with colour relationships in compositions that question the viewer’s awareness of colour and space.01736 363 715www.newlynartgallery.co.ukNewlyn, Newlyn Art Gallery



Until Saturday 13th JuneBloomberg New Contemporaries 2014Featuring 55 of the most promising artists emerging from UK art schools with work by new and recent fine art graduates.01736 363 715www.newlynartgallery.co.ukNewlyn, Newlyn Art Gallery

Until Saturday 13th June Sons and Daughters of the SoilThis exhibition takes a look at the many ways in which soil was represented by the artists of the Newlyn School.01736 363 625www.penleehouse.org.ukPenzance, Penlee House Gallery & Museum

Until Sunday 14th JuneChris Thomas Paintings and Drawings Come and see awe-inspiring work by one of Britains finest landscape painters.01872 272 763www.truroschool.comTruro, Truro School

Until Saturday 20th JuneA Question of GuiltPlay detective in our very own whodunit exhibition devised by the esteemed crime writer Frances Fyfield.01326 313 863www.falmouthartgallery.comFalmouth, Falmouth Art Gallery

Until Sunday 5th JulyJo Atherton: StrandedScouring coastlines for flotsam, the artist collects fishing line, netting and unexpected items for her colourful tapestries.01326 313 388www.nmmc.co.ukFalmouth, National Maritime Museum

Until Saturday 3rd OctoberPlace: Kurt Jackson Kurt’s artistic responses to places of meaning chosen by well-known literary and environmental figures.01872 272 205www.royalcornwallmuseum.org.ukTruro, Royal Cornwall Museum

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Until Saturday 31st OctoberRural Centre for Contemporary Arts10:30am - 5pm - FreeKestle Barton has exhibitions and a special green building workshop with Paul Chaney this May. 01326 231 811www.kestlebarton.co.ukManaccan, Kestle Barton

Throughout 2015From Great Beginnings to the 21st CenturyArtists like Barbara Hepworth, Jacob Epstein and Anthony Frost are featured in this exhibition of paintings and sculpture.01872 272 205www.royalcornwallmuseum.org.ukTruro, Royal Cornwall Museum

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Thursday 30th April - Friday 1st MaySounds From The Hub 7pm - £9The Cornwall Music Education Hub is proud to present its second musical spectacular. 01872 262 466www.hallforcornwall.co.ukTruro, Hall For Cornwall

Friday 1st MayMale Voice Choirs7.30pm60 male choirs from Cornwall, the UK and across the world.Port Isaac, St Endellion Church

Friday 1st May UFO + Red’s Cool8pm - £20With over 40 years in the music industry behind them, UFO live sees a rare combination of experience and ambition.01326 211 222www.tempusleisure.org.ukFalmouth, Princess Pavilion

Friday 1st MayThe James Brothers8pm - £6-£13James Fagan and Jamie McClennan.Calstock, Calstock Arts (The Old Chapel)

Friday 1st MayCornwall International Male Voice Choir1pmWith Peterborough Boys Choir, Gentlemen Singers, Renner Ensemble and Tungsram Kodaly.01872 276 782www.trurocathedral.org.ukTruro, Truro Cathedral

Friday 1st MayChris Webb 8pm - FreeYoung singer with a unique playing style and charming lyrics. See page 36.01637 872 444www.lustyglaze.co.ukNewquay, Lusty Glaze Beach

Saturday 2nd MayThe People’s String Foundation8pmA fluid troupe providing exciting and evocative music. See page 40.01736 810 181 www.minack.comPorthcurno, The Minack Theatre

Saturday 2nd MayCornwall International Male Voice Choir1pmWith Plymouth Clarion, Sons of Lafayette, St Petersburg Boys Choir and Tallinn University Male Choir.01872 276 782www.trurocathedral.org.ukTruro, Truro Cathedral

Saturday 2nd MayJez Hellard and Scott Cook8pm - £7Two travelling musicians treat us to an evening of tales, honesty and wit through their beautifully crafted music.01326 374 424www.misspeapod.co.ukPenryn, Miss Peapod’s Cafe

Saturday 2nd MayInternational Male Voice Gala Concert8pm - £16/£21One of four international gala concerts in the city.01872 262 466www.hallforcornwall.co.ukTruro, Hall For Cornwall

Saturday 2nd - Sunday 3rd MayMadrigals and Part Songs with Helen Porter£50This very popular weekend returns to The Old Chapel.Calstock, Calstock Arts

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Saturday 2nd MayInternational Male Voice Choral Festival12noonSeveral choirs will be performing live throughout the afternoon.01326 252 200www.trebah-garden.co.ukMawnan Smith, Trebah Garden

Saturday 2nd MayInternational Male Voice Cho-ral Festival Competition9am - £11Loveny MVC, Blaenavon MVC, Colne Valley MVC, Gentlemen Singers, Tallinn University, Wicklow.01872 262 466www.hallforcornwall.co.ukTruro, Hall For Cornwall

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Saturday 2nd MayThe Real Thing 8.30pmBritish soul group formed in the 1970s. Perranporth, The Watering Hole

Saturday 2nd MayThe Prevention9pm.Fantastic live band. Porth, The Mermaid Inn

Sunday 3rd MayInternational Male Voice Gala Youth Concert 7pm - £11/£13.50Cornwall Boys Choir, Truro School MVC, Cornwall Cambiata Choir, Bromley Boys, Cousin Jacks, Peterborough Boys, Warwickshire CYC, Debut Boys, Mtwalume High School.01872 262 466www.hallforcornwall.co.ukTruro, Hall For Cornwall

Sunday 3rd MayinChoir8pmA fun, modern choir singing rock, pop and soul songs.01736 810 181 www.minack.comPorthcurno, The Minack Theatre

Monday 4th May International Male Voice Gala Concert 7.30pm - £16/£21Trelawny MC, Basingstoke MVC, Builth MVC, Dagilelis, Sons of Lafayette, St Petersburg Boys Choir.01872 262 466www.hallforcornwall.co.ukTruro, Hall For Cornwall

Monday 4th May Cornwall International Male Voice Choir1pmWith New Mill Male Voice Choir,The Sussex Gruffs, Debut Boys Choir and Mtwalume High School Male Choir.01872 276 782www.trurocathedral.org.uk Truro, Truro Cathedral

Tuesday 5th May to Wed 6th May The Button Band£8/£12A new project from guitarist and composer Andrew Button.St Ives, Jazz Club

Wednesday 6th MayThe Button Band 8pm - £6/£12A new project from guitarist and composer Andrew Button.Charlestown, The Bosuns

Friday 8th MayThe Spitfires + The Velvet Hands8pm - £10The Watford band are a classic punk rock band for the 21st century.01326 211 222www.tempusleisure.org.ukFalmouth, Princess Pavilion

Friday 8th MayFleetwood Mac + Pink Floyd Tribute 7.30pm - £20/£22Played by Tango In the Night and Dark Side of Pink. St Ives, St Ives Guildhall

Friday 8th MayThe Big Sets 9pmLive rock and blues night at this popular pub.Looe, The Globe Inn

Friday 8th MayAbee Hague + The Money Shot7pm - FreeSundowner Session with Macmillan Kernow. See page 36.01637 872 444www.lustyglaze.co.ukNewquay, Lusty Glaze

Friday 8th MayBelshazzar’s Feast7.30pm - £12Humorous and impressive music from Hutchinson and Sartin. 01872 262 466www.hallforcornwall.co.uk Devoran, Devoran Village Hall

Saturday 9th MayDale Storr: Solo New Orleans Piano Show8pm - £8/£10Dale Storr’s musical journey from rural Lincolnshire to New Orleans.Penzance, The Acorn

Saturday 9th MayThe LineUp Live 9pmAlways a great evening of classic covers from across the years. Looe, The Bullers Arms

Saturday 9th MayRiverfish MusicFreeThe official release of Domino presented by Riverfish Music.01326 374 424www.misspeapod.co.ukPenryn, Miss Peapod’s Cafe

Saturday 9th MayThe Dodge Brothers 8pmRecently appeared at the Royal Albert Hall at the Concert for Care. See page ???.Porthcurno, The Minack Theatre

Saturday 9th MayNizlopi: Get Radical Tour9.30pmPolitical, intense, angular and beautiful.Perranporth, The Watering Hole

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Saturday 9th MayCamborne Ladies Choir1pm - FreeInformal lunchtime concert.01872 276 782www.trurocathedral.org.uk Truro, Truro Cathedral

Saturday 9th MayThe Mouse Outfit + Dr Syntax + SparkzFirejam Promotions presents a hip-hop treat. See opposite.01326 211 222www.tempusleisure.org.ukFalmouth, Princess Pavilion

Saturday 9th MayAn Evening with Bram Taylor£5This entertaining musician plays to help raise funds for the centre.Illogan, Old School Community Centre

Sunday 10th MayThe Zoltan Ensemble3pm - £10/U16s FreeString quartets featuring Schubert’s Rosamunde.St Endellion, St Endellion Church

Tuesday 12th MayRalph Freeman Quartet£8/£12New original compositions and arrangements by Ralph Freeman.St Ives, St Ives Jazz Club

Wednesday 13th MayRalph Freeman Quartet + Chris Biscoe8pm - £6/£12RFQ will be performing new original compositions and arrangements.Charlestown, The Bosuns


Thursday 14th MayESKA7.30pm - £10/12Weaving together diverse musical elements; hints of folk, soul, psychedelica and electronica can all be heard.01209 891 500www.mpecopark.co.ukPorthowan, Mount Pleasant Eco Park

Friday 15th MayA Cornish Evening with Tir ha Tavas8pm - £6.50An evening of Cornish inspired music and words.St Ives, St Ives Arts Club

Friday 15th MayTankus The Henge7pm - £8Purple Gecko Events presents Tankus The Henge; stand by... apocalyptic carnival rock n roll is coming to Newquay.07792 678 611www.facebook.com/events/1593939800824407/Newquay, Whiskers

Friday 15th MayGinger Wildheart8pmSinger, songwriter and rock guitarist.Newquay, Lane Theatre

Saturday 16th MayGeorgie Fame & The Blue Flames7.45pmTo celebrate the 50th anniversary of Georgie Fame’s Yeh Yeh topping the charts.01209 216 278www.merlincinemas.co.ukRedruth, The Regal Theatre

Saturday 16th MayEnsemble Baklava8pmMusic from around the Mediterranean.Penzance, The Acorn

Saturday 16th MayMartha Tilston + Harry Bird and The Rubber Wellies8pm - £10Tilston’s traditional songs are joined by travelling folksters Harry Bird and The Rubber Wellies.01326 374 424www.misspeapod.co.ukPenryn, Miss Peapod’s Cafe

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Saturday 16th MayThe Darkside of Pink Floyd8pm - £17.50Pink Floyd’s music has stood the test of time and this evening offers the chance to experience it live. See page 8.01579 320 251www.carnglaze.comSt Neot, Carnglaze Caverns

Saturday 16th MayCalstock Singers present Rhythm of Life7.30pm - £6A musical journey from cradle to grave.Calstock, Calstock Arts

Saturday 16th MayOpen Session: Folk Night8pmSing, play or just sit back and enjoy.Looe, Jolly Sailor Inn

Saturday 16th MayBlues Brothers Tribute Night8pm - £10/£15Featuring Jake and Elwood, a tribute to the cult stars.01326 211 222www.tempusleisure.org.ukFalmouth, Princess Pavilion

Saturday 16th MayThe LineUp Live8.30pmAlways a great evening of classic covers from across the years.Charlestown, The Harbourside Inn

Sunday 17th MayClear Soul Forces8pm - £10The four cerebral, quick-witted Detroit MCs are worthy contenders in their own lyrical fighting game. See page 35.01326 211 222www.tempusleisure.org.ukFalmouth, Princess Pavilion

Tuesday 19th MayBella Hardy7.30pm - £10/£11With The Dawn Tour 2015; supported by Routes South West, Bristol Music Centre and Arts Council England.01326 341 353www.tolmencentre.co.ukConstantine, The Tolmen Centre

Tuesday 19th MayCraig Milverton Trio£8/£12Craig Milverton (pn), Al Swainger (db), Coach York (dm).St Ives, St Ives Jazz Club

Tuesday 19th MayLunchtime Piano Recital1pm - FreeCornish Wind Quintet with Paul Comeauon piano and music by Mozart and Poulenc.01872 276 782www.trurocathedral.org.uk Truro, Truro Cathedral

Thursday 21st MayTalon: The Best of Eagles8pm - £19 They continue to astound audiences with their masterful rendition of Eagles’ timeless back catalogue.01326 211 222www.tempusleisure.org.ukFalmouth, Princess Pavilion

Friday 22nd MayKate Rusby7.30pm - £19/£23A remarkable interpretive singer, Kate’s soulful vocals resonate with the wistful beauty, inhabiting a lyric with unforced conviction.01872 262 466www.hallforcornwall.co.ukTruro, Hall For Cornwall

Friday 22nd MayThe Suitcase Singers£12A celebratory concert in aid of Dementia UK.01326 252 200www.trebahgarden.co.ukMawnan Smith, Trebah Garden

Friday 22nd - Sunday 24th MayTunes in the Dunes2pm - £85 (for weekend tickets)A brand new festival, set on the beautiful golden sands of Perranporth beach in Cornwall. See page 201872 572888www.tunesinthedunes.co.ukPerranporth, On the Beach

Friday 22nd MayThe Sixteen Choral Pilgrimage7.30pm - £10/£30This world-renowned choir, conducted by Harry Christophers, perform music by Francisco Guerrero and Alonso Lobo.01904 651 485www.thesixteen.comTruro, Truro Cathedral

Saturday 23rd MayLau + Spiro and Siobhan Wilson 7.30pm - £18 - £22Internationally acclaimed modern folk trio Lau are coming to Cornwall.01872 262 466www.hallforcornwall.co.ukTruro, Hall For Cornwall

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Saturday 23rd MayRodgers & Hammerstein Songbook7.45pmAn international cast present a spellbinding homage to Rodgers and Hammerstein.01209 216 278www.merlincinemas.co.ukRedruth, The Regal Theatre

Saturday 23rd MaySpoonful £3Jazz, blues, cajun, dub, rock and roll, reggae, folk, rocksteady, psych, soul, disco, funk, punk and boogie-woogie too.01326 374 424www.misspeapod.co.ukPenryn, Miss Peapod’s Cafe

Saturday 23rd MayCornwall Returners Orchestra Concert1pm - FreeA lively programme of light classical music.01872 276 782www.trurocathedral.org.uk Truro, Truro Cathedral

Monday 25th MayMike Westbrook & Company: The Uncommon Orchestra In A Bigger Show 7.30pm - £8/£20The big show with a 22 piece ensemble performing a new jazz/rock oratorio. See opposite.0845 094 0428www.crbo.co.uk Falmouth, Events Square

Tuesday 26th MayPostcard to Bill Evans£8/£12London-based musicians have joined forces for this new project.St Ives, St Ives Jazz Club

Wednesday 27th MayCamborne Town Band + Johnny Cowling7.30pm - £10Top quality brass band music with comedian Johnny Cowling keeping the evening light-hearted and singing with the band.01326 211 222www.tempusleisure.org.ukFalmouth, Princess Pavilion

Thursday 28th MayJava7.30pmThree men with a mission to entertain.Looe, RNLI Station

Thursday 28th MayDan ChapmanSoulful music for the imagination.Padstow, Treyarnon Bay Youth Hostel

Friday 29th MayJappelli Staffini Duo7.30pm - £10Classical guitar duo.Veryan, St Symphorians Church

Friday 29th MayTom Dale8pm - FreePurple Gecko Events and Lusty Glaze Beach welcome back Cajun/Blues legend Tom Dale.01637 872 444www.lustyglaze.co.ukNewquay, Lust Glaze

Friday 29th MayFiddle Fit Fiddle Fit will be joining us again, all the way from Kent.Porth, The Mermaid Inn

Saturday 30th May Gypsy Hill8pmAn intoxicating mix of balkan brass, mediterranean surf rock, ska and swing.01326 374 424www.misspeapod.co.ukPenryn, Miss Peapod’s Cafe

Saturday 30th May Appaloosas8pmDartmoor trio playing music from the Appalachian region of the USA.Looe, Jolly Sailor Inn

Saturday 30th May Hopper Jonus FangThe 3 piece band from Plymouth are back together.Padstow, Treyarnon Bay Youth Hostel

Saturday 30th May The LineUp Live9pmAlways a great evening of classic covers from across the years.St Austell, Tregonissey War Memorial Club

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Saturday 23rd MayBilly Bottle + The MultipleEnergetic folk duo as seen on this year’s The Voice.Padstow, Treyarnon Bay Youth Hostel

Saturday 23rd MayOasis UK8pm - £10Oasis UK is the only touring Oasis tribute band to have recognition from Liam Gallagher and Tour DJ Phil Smith.07792 670 584www.facebook.com/stdennis.wmcSt Austell, St Dennis WMC

Sunday 24th MayOnly Men Aloud: On The Road Tour 7.30pmThe Classical Brit Award winning vocal ensemble Only Men Aloud will be visiting with their On the Road Tour.01209 216 278www.merlincinemas.co.ukRedruth, The Regal Theatre

Monday 25th MayMike Westbrook Band: The Smaller Picture2.30pm - FreeCurtain-raiser for the bigger show at 7.30pm. Donations welcome. See opposite.St Mawes Harbour (poor weather St Mawes Social Club)


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Saturday 2nd MayRich Hall - 3:10 to HumourSOLD OUTRich Hall's grouchy, deadpan style has established him as a master of absurdist irony and rapid-fire wit.01326 211 222www.tempusleisure.org.ukFalmouth, Princess Pavilion

Monday 4th MayDuchy Opera: One Fine Day8pmAn evening of Puccini highlights narrated by John Nettles.01736 810 181 www.minack.comPorthcurno, Minack Theatre

Tuesday 5th - Saturday 9th MayJeeves and Wooster in Perfect Nonsense2.30pm/7.30pm - £12/£29A new play adapted from the works of P.G Wodehouse by The Goodale Brothers; directed by Sean Foley.01872 262 466www.hallforcornwall.co.ukTruro, Hall For Cornwall

Wed 6th - Friday 8th May Seven Stones Theatre8pmLife of Riley by Alan Ayckbourn. See page opposite.01736 810 181 www.minack.comPorthcurno, Minack Theatre

Friday 8th MayOpen Road Theatre: Dinner £10A satirical chiller for the broadminded by Moira Buffini.Falmouth, The Poly

Friday 8th - Tuesday 12th MayPolruan Theatre Club7.30pm - £4/£7An Ideal Husband by Oscar Wilde. Part of the Fowey Festival.Polruan, Village Hall

Saturday 9th MayLe Navet Bete Dick Tracy8pm - £8/£10Internationally touring troupe of clowns with a high energy, spectacular and hilarious show. Calstock, Calstock Hall

Saturday 9th - Tuesday 12th MayA Little Chaos£5/£6.50Romantic period drama.Falmouth, The Poly

Sunday 10th MayInadequate Man Performance4pmInadequate Man tells the story of a 33 year old man who is desperate to get on with people only to accidentally cause misunderstandings.01726 850 362www.wheal-martyn.comCarthew, Wheal Martyn

Monday 11th MayTony Cottrell: More Tales from the Summerlands6pm - £5 A selection of Cornish myths, legends and dubious history in verse. Part of the Fowey Festival.Polruan Village Hall

Friday 15th MayRhum and Clay Theatre Company7.30pm - £5 - £10Storytelling with live jazz and a blend of ramshackle cinematic performance; a story of madness, identity and finding a home. 01326 341 353www.tolmencentre.co.ukConstantine, The Tolmen Centre

Friday 15th MayGallery Bar Special with Gavin Randle8.30pmGavin's repertoire includes jazz standards as well as experimental nu jazz and funk.Calstock, Calstock Arts (The Old Chapel)

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Tuesday 19th - Wed 20th MayBirmingham Royal Ballet2.30pm/7.30pm - £16/£27Three separate programmes of spectacular ballet in one evening, including tango rhythms, colourful characters and best-loved moments.01872 262 466www.hallforcornwall.co.ukTruro, Hall For Cornwall

Friday 22nd MayThe Imperfect Pearl7.30pmA Baroque musical drama, which tells the re-imagined life story of obscure Italian composer Domenico Zipoli.01209 312 500www.carntocove.co.ukPenryn, Town Hall





Sun 24th - Tuesday 26th MaySwamp Circus: Down the River2pmWoodland face painting, a magic sculpture garden, and making willow wands and crowns activities. Part of the Fal River Festival. See page 12.01872 862 090www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trelissickFeok, Trelissick Walled Garden

Tuesday 26th - Sat 30th MayMusic & Lyrics and Royal & Derngate Northampton present Oklahoma!As refreshing and thrilling as the day it was written, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! is the original feel-good musical. See front cover.01872 262 466www.hallforcornwall.co.ukTruro, Hall For Cornwall

Tuesday 26th - Wed 27th MayThe Wizard of Oz7.30pm - £6.50Bodmin Musical Theatre present a magical musical.Bodmin, St Mary's School

Tuesday 26th May - Friday 5th June 2015AMATA Festival: Performance, Talks & EventsFreeCelebrating the achievements of graduating students in Dance, Music, Theatre, and Cultural Management and production.www.amata.org.uk/festivalPenryn, Academy of Music and Theatre Arts

Wednesday 27th MayBlack Fish Theatre presents Alaska7.30pmAn odyssey of epic proportions, challenging our views on modern living for a life all of us would rather have.01209 312 500www.carntocove.co.ukPerranporth, Memorial Hall

Wed 27th - Sat 30th MayGeorge's Marvellous Medicine2.30pm/7pmPlay by Roald Dahl and David Wood.Perranarworthal Village Memorial Hall

Friday 29th MayBlack Fish Theatre presents Alaska8pm - £10/£12An odyssey of epic proportion challenging our views on modern living for a life all of us would rather have.Penzance, The Acorn

Friday 29th - Saturday 30th MayThe Wizard of Oz7.30pmBodmin musical theatre presents a magical musical.Wadebridge, Town Hall

Friday 29th - Saturday 30th MaySwamp Circus: Down the River7.30pm - £6/£9 A professor of stupidity, a leaking boat, aerial ballerinas, acrobatic pirates, a bed of snails, dancing trees, a sea monster, fire eating fairies and a lost dog.01326 377 008www.swampcircus.co.ukFeok, Trelissick Walled Garden

Saturday 30th MayAmadeus Martin: God Created Brixton8pm - £7.50/£8.50A comedic journey through Brixton's urban legends, anecdotes and observations.Calstock, Calstock Arts (The Old Chapel)

Saturday 30th MayAlaska by Blackfish Theatre 7.30pm - £6/£8Come prepared it is going to be wild!01726 879 500www.burrelltheatre.comTruro, Burrell Theatre

Sunday 31st MayGarden Open Day and Puppet Show12noonExplore Pentillie's stunning woodland gardens.St Mellion, Pentillie Castle

TheatreFor more theatre see www.whatsonscornwall.co.uk/theatre

Friday 22nd MayDreamboys 7.45pmThe Dreamboys are back with a brand new show and UK tour for 2015.01209 216 278www.merlincinemas.co.ukRedruth, The Regal Theatre

Saturday 23rd MayThose Magnificent Men8pm - £6/£8The thrilling true story of the first ever non-stop transatlantic flight as told by acclaimed writing duo Mitchell and Nixon.01209 312 500www.carntocove.co.uk Carleen, Village Hall

Sunday 24th MayThe Big Top 2pm - £6/£8A vibrant, energetic and fun circus themed show, performed by students who attend local Bounce Dance Academy.01726 879 500www.burrelltheatre.comTruro, Burrell Theatre


[Section]For more family see www.whatsonscornwall.co.uk/[section] FilmsFor more family see www.whatsonscornwall.co.uk/films

Friday 1st MayWarren MacKenzie: American Potter Capturing MacKenzie’s return to St Ives in 2013.01736 796 226www.tate.org.uk/stivesTate, St Ives

Saturday 2nd MayNothing Like Chocolate/Wild Ocean Wanderings8pm - £9 (Includes chocolate tasting)New Dawn Traders presents a film double bill.Falmouth, The Poly

Monday 4th - Tuesday 5th MayDark Horse Documentary £5/£6.50Heartwarming true story of a champion racehorse.Falmouth, The Poly

Wednesday 6th MayUK Green Film Festival: Seeds of Time7.30pm - £5/£6.50Includes pre-film talk and Q&A session.Falmouth, The Poly

Thursday 7th MayFame is the Spur2.30pm - £5/£6.50A political journey combining fact and fiction.Falmouth, The Poly

Wednesday 13th MayPride 7.30pm - £3UK gay activists work to help miners during their lengthy strike in the summer of 1984.01326 341 353www.tolmencentre.co.ukConstantine, The Tolmen Centre

Saturday 16th May1000 Times Goodnight7.30pmWar photographer Rebecca deals with tension between her family and her work. Organised by C-Fylm.c-fylm.tumblr.comGwinear, Village Hall

Monday 18th - Wed 20th MayWoman in Gold £5/£6.50Jewish refugee tries to recover artwork that belongs to her family.Falmouth, The Poly

Wednesday 20th MayCorn Island7.30pmA hardy old peasant and his granddaughter carry out the most daunting of farming traditions on a politically disputed border. Organised by C-Fylm.c-fylm.tumblr.comnr Bodmin, Hay Studio

Wednesday 20th MayThe Imitation Game 7.30pm - £3/£5.50Captivating story of Alan Turing and his war-time contributions.Looe, The Community Hall

Monday 25th - Wed 27th MayTale of Princess Kaguya£5/£6.50A Studio Ghibli animated film.Falmouth, The Poly

Friday 29th MayWarren MacKenzie: American Potter Capturing MacKenzie’s return to St Ives in 2013.01736 796 226www.tate.org.uk/stivesTate, St Ives

Saturday 30th MaySalon du Cinema: The Oldest Sport£8/£10A Salon dedicated to the games played between the sexes.Falmouth, The Poly

Filmswww.whatsoncornwall.co.uk/films

C-Fylm is a network of community film clubs which is run by a partnership of CARN TO COVE, BFI, and The CORNWALL FILM FESTIVAL

C-Fylm supports community venues across Cornwall to screen a season of films for their local audience. Becoming a member of C-Fylm gives you access to screenings in all of our growing number of active film clubs. If you are passionate about film and want to set up a film club in your community or just for more information email: [email protected]

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Thursday 7th MayDior and I £5/£6.50Stunning fashion documentary on Christian Dior.Falmouth, The Poly

Friday 8th MayWarren MacKenzie: American Potter Capturing MacKenzie’s return to St Ives in 2013.01736 796 226www.tate.org.uk/stivesTate, St Ives

Saturday 9th MayUK Green Film Festival: Bikes vs Cars12noon - £5/£6.50Investigating the troubles and benefits of bike-centric cities.Falmouth, The Poly

Sat 9th - Tuesday 12th MayA Little Chaos2.30/7.30pm - £5/£6.50Period drama following a strong-willed and talented landscape designer.Falmouth, The Poly

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RAYMOND COULTHARDAS KING GEORGE V1

WRITTEN BY DAVID SEIDLERDIRECTED BY ROXANA SILBERT A CHICHESTER FESTIVAL THEATRE & BIRMINGHAM REPERTORY THEATRE PRODUCTION

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★★★★★ ‘AN ABSOLUTE TRIUMPH.A MASTERFUL PIECE OF STORYTELLING... PACKED WITH WARMTH AND HUMOUR’

STAGE REVIEW

★★★★‘Raymond Coulthard is stunningly delicate, fraught, yet deeply moving.

Jason Donavan is energetic, powerful and constantly entertaining... the beating heart of Silbert’s fine production’

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JASON DONOVAN AS LIONEL LOGUE

RAYMOND COULTHARDAS KING GEORGE V1

WRITTEN BY DAVID SEIDLERDIRECTED BY ROXANA SILBERT A CHICHESTER FESTIVAL THEATRE & BIRMINGHAM REPERTORY THEATRE PRODUCTION

kingsspeechplay.co.uk

★★★★★‘AN ABSOLUTE TRIUMPH.A MASTERFUL PIECE OF STORYTELLING... PACKED WITH WARMTH AND HUMOUR’

STAGE REVIEW

★★★★‘Raymond Coulthard is stunningly delicate, fraught, yet deeply moving.

Jason Donavan is energetic, powerful and constantly entertaining... the beating heart of Silbert’s fine production’

WHATSONSTAGE

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