Week of Events
Tin, Toys and Tales
Tin, Toys and Tales is an exciting new toy exhibition at Liskeard & District Museum which also includes fantastic examples of iconic toys from TV and film- including a Chitty Chitty Bang Bang pedal care of which only 12 were made, following the great success of the 1968 musical film of that name. For James […]
Bodmin Moor Poetry Festival
Bodmin Moor Poetry Festival will take place on May 26- 28th A friendly, relaxed gathering on the edge of beautiful Bodmin Moor, the festival features something for everyone with readings, workshops, music, film, visual art, walks and yoga. This year's central themes are poetry and dance and the centenary of great Cornish poet Charles Causley.
Royal William Yard Festival
Musical stages to suit all tastes can be found in various locations across the beautiful Royal William Yard. Classic cars on the green, motorbikes on the Mills wall and beautiful keel boats in the Harbour - all contained within one of the most beautiful heritage sites in the UK. Food stalls will be dotted around […]
Launceston Steam and Vintage Rally
Launceston Steam and Vintage Rally will be held on Saturday 27th- Monday 29th May Fun for the whole family spread over the Whitsun bank holiday weekend. See enthusiasts show off their huge steam powered traction engines and displays of gleaming classic cars along with shire horses, traditional fairground attractions, trade stands and craft stalls. Launceston […]
Game On at the Eden Project
Our celebration of game playing returns this year, bigger and better than ever at The Eden Project Saturday 27th May- Sunday 4th June. From retro classics and traditional playground favourites, to the latest tech, there's something to get all members of the family competing, debating and having fun! Price: included in normal Eden admission ticket […]
Open Studios Cornwall
Open Studios Cornwall is being held between May 27- June 4th This year more than 259 artists, craftspeople and designers throw open their studio doors right across Cornwall. Visit www.openstudioscornwall.org.uk for more details of artists in your area
Green Man Weekend
Green Man Weekend will be held at Mount Edgcumbe 27th- 28th May from 10 am- 4 pm The giant figure of the Green Man returns to Mount Edgcumbe as a centre piece looming over the event sitting on his throne of leaves and bark – he will be presiding over the Kernow Levy of long […]
Spring Arts & Crafts Exhibition & Sale – Looe
Spring arts and crafts exhibition and sale at St Martin's Church and Hall in East Looe. May 27th-29th 10am-4pm. Admission £2. Free parking. If you would like to book an exhibition space email [email protected] or call 07772 255387
Liskeard Relay for Life
A 24 hour relay fundraising for Cancer Research UK held at Liskeard Rugby Club.Relay For Life During the weekend entry is free for the public, there will be stalls, entertainment and refreshments so please come along and support your community. For more information visit www.cruk.org/relay
Teddy Bear’s Picnic
Teddy Bear’s Picnic – Bodmin and Wenford Railway Station on Sunday 28th-Monday 29th May A weekend for children and their precious teddy bears. There will be a children’s entertainer, storytelling and much more. Take teddy along for a fun ride on one of the trains www.bodminrailway.co.uk
May Half Term Fun at Antony House
Bring the family to Antony House this May half term and enjoy a Garden Trail for families every day. On Monday, design and make a flower pot and plant seeds. On Thursday take part in some Den Building Prices: Trail £1.50/ seed planting £1.50/ Den Building £2
Soap Making Classes
Soap Making Classes
Learn how to make soap using traditional cold process method with high quality oils, essential oils and natural botanicals. Take away 1kg of your handmade soap. The class starts with coffee and cake at 10am while we discuss the ingredients, method and scent options for your choice of soap. Booking essential – £55 per person, […]
Soap Making Classes
Soap Making Classes
Learn how to make soap using traditional cold process method with high quality oils, essential oils and natural botanicals. Take away 1kg of your handmade soap. The class starts with coffee and cake at 10am while we discuss the ingredients, method and scent options for your choice of soap. Booking essential – £55 per person, […]
Play Bowls 4 Fun
Play Bowls 4 Fun
Have you tried bowls? Why not come along to our Play Bowls 4 Fun at Liskeard Bowls Club, Varley Lane on Sun 7th May 2- 4 pm. Tues 16th May 6-8 pm. Sat 20th May 2- 4 pm, Tues 23 May 2- 4 pm For more information call Jenny Marchant on 01579 346582
Guided Garden Tour at Pentillie Castle
Guided Garden Tour at Pentillie Castle
Pentillie Castle Guided Garden Tour: 25th May 2017, 2pm Our Guided Tours allow individuals who do not belong to any society or group, to join similar people for a guided tour by the owners around special gardens and houses, some rarely open to the public. Visitors will be shown around the Pentillie estate by a […]
King Lear- Marjon Actor’s Wheel
King Lear- Marjon Actor’s Wheel
King Lear - Actor's Wheel: The University of St Mark & St John will be performed at Sterts Theatre on Thurs 25th May at 7.30 pm “ …how sharper than a serpent’s tooth it is to have a thankless child!” The Actor’s Wheel return with their unique take on Shakespeare's moving tale of a fragmented, […]
Reading the Hurlers
Reading the Hurlers
Reading the Hurlers – The Results Revealed! Friday 26th May, Carnglaze Caverns 7pm for 7.30 pm start Join us at Carnglaze Cavens and discover where the Hurlers came from as we reveal the results of the Reading the Hurlers Project The event is free but tickets need to be booked in advance – Ticket […]
Macmillan Cancer Support Spring Sale
Macmillan Cancer Support Spring Sale
Spring Sale in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support will take place at the Long Room, Liskeard Public Hall on Saturday 27th May between 10 am- 12 noon Tea/coffee and biscuits available
Caradon Amateur Geology Group Field Trip – Rocky Valley to Bosinney
Caradon Amateur Geology Group Field Trip – Rocky Valley to Bosinney
Rocky Valley to Bossiney - Does Exactly What it Says on the Tin! Meet in lay-by at SX073891 / PL34 0BB at 11am. Caradon Amateur Geology Group organise regular field trips in the local area. All welcome non-members £3, please wear suitable clothing and footwear, packed lunch advisable. For more info contact [email protected] CAGG 2017 Talk and […]
Bodmin Moor Walk with Brian Oldham
Bodmin Moor Walk with Brian Oldham
As part of the Bodmin Moor Poetry Festival Brian Oldham will be leading a short inspirational walk around various sites of significance on the moor. These will include well preserved mine workings, atmospheric mine remains, remains of a miner's chapel and Kilmar railway which once linked the moorland quarries to Buller Quay in Looe. Please […]
Liskeard Fun Day
Liskeard Fun Day
Liskeard Fun Day will be held at Liskeard Rugby Club from 12pm until late Come and support our AMAZING teams as they take turns in walking the track for 24 hours to raise funds for #CancerResearchUK for our 10th Anniversary #relayforlifecornwall There is fun for everyone, entertainment, food, refreshments, raffles, stalls and much more!!! Throughout […]
An Evening of Mediumship and Clairvoyance
An Evening of Mediumship and Clairvoyance
An Evening of Mediumship and Clairvoyance with experienced mediums, Jeanette Holman and Kim Digby will be held at Liskerrett Community Centre on 27th May at 7.30 pm Tickets: £10 available on the door or in advance on 01579 340307
Liskeard Concert Series – Clarinet Spectacular
Liskeard Concert Series – Clarinet Spectacular
Woodwind Wizard David White accompanied by Jonathan Delbridge. ‘Clarinet Spectacular’ features the Mozart Clarinet Quintet and specially arranged pieces on different clarinets. Favourites are The Baby Elephant Walk by Henry Mancini and The Elephant from Saint-Saens’ Carnival of the Animals, played on the contra bass clarinet. Liskeard Public Hall, 7.30pm. Tickets £10, under 18s and […]
Pensilva Antique Fair
Pensilva Antique Fair
Pensilva Antiques Fair runs on the last Sunday of every month is the biggest one day fair in Cornwall with two rooms and up to 75 stalls at The Millennium Centre, Pensilva. Antiques, Retro, Vintage, Shabby & Collectors Fair Open 10am - 4pm. Admission £1. Free Parking & Cafe For more details ring: 01208 368182 […]
Half Term Rockpool Ramble
Half Term Rockpool Ramble
Half Term Rockpool Ramble at West Looe on Saturday 28th May West Looe, Hannafore, Coastguard Station, PL13 2DJ. At this rockpool ramble discover how to find and identify some of the wonderful and beautiful creatures and seaweeds that inhabit Looe’s amazing rockpools. Identify common, rare and invasive species. From 1.30- 3 pm Free but donations […]