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Eden Project invites children to join a rainforest live lesson ahead of UK’s biggest weekend of community
Children across the UK are being invited to step inside the lush tropical Rainforest Biome at the Eden Project, for a new interactive live lesson designed by the charity to inspire the next generation to come together, share and take action in their communities.

Singing carols by candlelight: A special event with Wadebridge Choral Society
Join Wadebridge Choral Society for a musical treat to get the festive week off to a proper start, at Carols by Candlelight in Egloshayle Church.

Take on the 24-hour ‘erg-athon’ to support Macmillan
Launceston Health and Fitness Hub members and staff are taking on the ultimate challenge on Saturday, 22nd November as they get ready to row, ski and cycle for 24 hours straight, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.

Falmouth's arts community: A look at art shop and creative classroom, Maya's
Maya Jonah is a young artist whose new shop and classroom space in the heart of Falmouth allows the community to harness their inner creativity.

Tackling Winter Isolation with Cuppa Club
Two friends from Falmouth are tackling winter isolation with their new walking group, Cuppa Club, aimed at people who work from home or might feel lonely during the working week.

Princess Pavilion’s Christmas Tree Festival welcomes the festive season
The Christmas tree has been used to celebrate the festive season for centuries, and continues to spread cheer in our homes and community spaces year-on-year.

Students bring the world of Roald Dahl to life
The magic of Roald Dahl was brought to life in Launceston as St Joseph’s students brought to life the characters from one of Roald Dahl’s most beloved stories.

Have you got what it takes for the new Global Pasty Championships?
The Lost Gardens of Heligan will celebrate the finest Cornish pasty bakers in the world when it hosts the first ever Global Pasty Championships on Saturday February 28, 2026.

Getting into the festive spirit in Falmouth
We can’t believe we’re here again, getting ready to decorate our homes with twinkling lights and obscene amounts of tinsel, but Christmas is approaching, and there is plenty to do in and around Falmouth this festive season.

Get involved with Wadebridge Carnival!
Wadebridge Carnival is set to take place on Saturday, 19th July with lots of fun to be had.

Get ready for Bodmin Carnival this summer!
The organisers of Bodmin Carnival are encouraging people in the community to get involved at this year’s event, which takes place on Saturday, 16th August.

Aled Jones to share the stage with choir from Launceston
Aled Jones is set to share the stage with the Launceston-based Popchoir on the latest leg of his one-man Full Circle tour.

Free activities for children this Easter
Kernow Youth Yoga has announced four days of free dance, yoga and arts and crafts for local children this Easter holiday, funded by Active Cornwall's Time2Move programme.

FORM: Cornwall's newest art festival
Art enthusiasts will flock to Falmouth every September to attend Cornwall’s latest and most exciting new festival on the arts scene - FORM.

Get ready for the 2025 Muddy Stilettos Awards!
Now in their 12th year, The Muddy Stilettos Awards are back with a bang in Cornwall! The most coveted awards for independent small businesses across 35 counties, the Muddy Awards champion the very best lifestyle SME businesses, chosen by customers and Muddy readers.

Falmouth Art Gallery launches innovative AR Town Trail
Falmouth Art Gallery has launched an innovative, experimental augmented reality (AR) Town Trail, taking art beyond the walls of the Gallery and out onto the street of the town for all to enjoy.
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Wadebridge Choral Society Celebrates 40 Years
Wadebridge Choral Society celebrates its 40th anniversary with a special concert at the beautiful St Endellion Church on Saturday 25th April 2026 at 7.00pm, featuring a performance of Giacomo Puccini’s Messa di Gloria alongside a selection of much-loved opera choruses, conducted by Musical Director Nicholas Danks and accompanied by a chamber orchestra.

Spiers & Boden bring new show to Church Of King Charles The Martyr, Falmouth
Spiers & Boden will be bringing their winter/spring 2026 tour to Falmouth with a show at the Church of King Charles the Martyr on Saturday, 7th March at 7.30pm.

Tickets on sale for special charity event at THE PIG at Harlyn Bay
THE PIG at Harlyn Bay is set to host a special charity event for the National Garden Scheme this September.

Getting into the festive spirit in Launceston
We can’t believe we’re here again, getting ready to decorate our homes with twinkling lights and obscene amounts of tinsel, but Christmas is approaching, and there is plenty to do in and around Launceston this festive season.

St Piran’s Parade to take place in Falmouth
Grab your Cornish flags, St Piran’s Day is almost here, and a huge celebration is to be held here in Falmouth - in true Cornish style!
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Eden Project's annual Sleep Out 'more vital than ever'
The Eden Project is urging participants to sign up for their annual Sleep Out event at a time where new statistics show that help is needed more than ever.

'How painting changed my life' - Latest exhibition at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall
An exhibition taking place at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall this spring is exploring how art can play a positive role in mental health recovery.

Event held at Eden Project explores learners’ potential
Step Into Learning, Transferable Skills, The Outdoor Place, and Cornwall Neighbourhoods for Change recently held an interactive and engaging event at The Eden Project in December.

SkillSHARE Bodmin hosts first art exhibition
SkillSHARE Bodmin hosted its first art exhibition featuring the work of local artists in early October. Words and photos by Barbara Brittain.

Countdown on for Cornwall Open Studios
The countdown is on for this year's Cornwall Open Studios events, taking place across the county from Saturday, 24th May.

Getting into the festive spirit in Wadebridge
We can’t believe we’re here again, getting ready to decorate our homes with twinkling lights and obscene amounts of tinsel, but Christmas is approaching, and there is plenty to do in and around Wadebridge this festive season.

Meet the Maker: Johnty Robinson
As part of a new mini series in the run-up to Falmouth’s FORM Festival (Friday-Sunday, 15th-17th May 2026, at the Princess Pavilion), we caught up with two artists participating in the festival. Johnty Robinson is an oil painter living in Falmouth.

A feast for bookworms and creatives: North Cornwall Book Festival
North Cornwall Book Festival is a literary feast for all, set along the north Cornish coast, and returns this September to its usual haunts at St Endellion.

Summer literary event to celebrate the women of the Wars of the Roses
St Torney's Church in North Hill is set to welcome acclaimed author Annie Garthwaite to talk about her books, 'Cecily' and 'The King's Mother', which bring the women of the Wars of the Roses to life.

Spring Sounds lands in Launceston
Enjoy the power of music at a brand new event springing into Launceston this month.

Getting into the festive spirit in Bodmin
We can’t believe we’re here again, getting ready to decorate our homes with twinkling lights and obscene amounts of tinsel, but Christmas is approaching, and there is plenty to do in and around Bodmin this festive season.

LOSTFEST 2025: A much loved community event
LostFest is a well-loved Lostwithiel tradition, which marks the start of the summer festival season.

Christmas beach swims in and around Falmouth
Hold your horses - before you crack open the Christmas bubbles or tuck into those chocolates you’ve been eyeing up on the side, why not head into the great outdoors for a chilly winter dip in the sea? If this sounds like your idea of a good time, stick around! Not only do these events get you up and moving during the season famous for chocolates, Baileys and mince pies, it also brings the community together, and allows everyone to share in the Christmas spirit.

Step into Christmas at St Petroc’s Church
St Petroc’s annual Christmas tree festival is wowing crowds again this year, as numerous trees decorated by community businesses and organisations light up the church.

Craig Revel Horwood brings his 'fab-u-lous' one-man show to Launceston next spring
Strictly favourite Craig Revel Horwood will bring his ‘fab-u-lous’ one-man show back to theatres next spring.

Festival organisers thank community after huge success
The organisers of St Mary Magdalene Church's annual Christmas tree festival have extended grateful thanks to the community for their generosity.

Cornwall Garden Society's annual Spring Flower Show: 5th & 6th April
Spectacular Show Gardens with the theme of ‘A Place to Heal’, a ‘Grow Your Own’ allotment with incredible edibles, a Sustainability Hub and Tipi Talks by even more local luminaries and national names are just some of the vibrant new features that will complement the breathtaking displays of beautiful blooms and gorgeous greenery at the Cornwall Garden Society’s 2025 Spring Flower Show.

Funeral service to open new chapel of rest in Launceston
Arthur W. Bryant Funeral Service is set to open a new Chapel of Rest in Launceston this month.

US comedy superstar Rich Hall to stop by Launceston on UK tour
US comedy superstar Rich Hall is set to include Launceston Town Hall in his list of venues for his latest show 'Chin Music', as he tours the UK this summer.

Child bereavement charity to hold family fun day to celebrate 30 years
A fun day packed with activities for families and children, music, shopping and food and drink will help raise funds for Cornish child bereavement charity, Penhaligon’s Friends at Rayle Farm near Redruth on Saturday 28th June.

Marathon spring-summer EU and UK tour for Sarah McQuaid – and a new album in the works!
“Settle down, and I’ll try to make a soothing sound,” Sarah McQuaid sings on the opening number of her current concert set.

October at Bodmin Jail
October at Bodmin Jail is a pilgrimage for those who love all things spooky. As the nights draw in and the air turns crisp, this historic site transforms into an atmospheric hub of excitement, perfectly encapsulating the spirit of Halloween. Far from being a modern gimmick, the jail’s rich, dark history provides a chillingly authentic backdrop to the season.

Soak up the sounds of summer with Wadebridge Choral Society
For their Summer Concert, Wadebridge Choral Society will be at Wadebridge Town Hall on Saturday, 5th July at 6.30pm. The main work on the programme will be Bob Chilcott’s ‘Little Jazz Mass’ and there will also be songs by Gershwin and specially invited guests will perform.

Festivals of Light: Celebrations to ring in the season
While we’re keen to hunker down in the warmth of pyjamas and blankets, fuzzy socks and lots of layers when heading into winter’s biting chill, sometimes the warmth comes straight from the community in the form of celebrations and events.

Step into Bodmin's colourful past
Bodmin Riding & Heritage Festival is set to return in 2026, shining a light on the town’s absorbing past over a weekend in July.

Just days left to explore Bodmin's magical spring trail
Looking for something to do with the family this long Easter weekend?

Volunteers are working hard at Lawrence House Museum
The volunteers at Lawrence House Museum have been busy working hard behind the scenes, as they prepare for two new exhibitions this spring and summer.

New community choir to start in Bodmin
Do you love to sing? A new Bodmin-based community mixed-voice choir starting in October may be just what you are looking for.

Summer literary event to bring the women of the Wars of the Roses to life
Medieval history lovers, listen up! Annie Garthwaite, acclaimed author of Cecily and The King’s Mother, reveals the powerful women at the heart of the Wars of the Roses: a compelling story of mothers and sons, of maternal ferocity and female ambition during England’s bloody civil war.

Late Night Opening, Spooky Shadows and Creative Crafts at NMMC this half term
This October half term, National Maritime Museum Cornwall (NMMC) invites families to step into a world of shadows, stories, and seasonal surprises with a week of exciting activities designed to spark imaginations and celebrate the spooky season.

Where to see the Red Arrows tonight
The Red Arrows will be soaring over Devon and Cornwall this evening.

Spring farmers’ market celebrates the season
Puddle Farm, based at Lanlivery (PL30 5BY), will hold their monthly farmers’ market this Sunday, 30th March.

Cornish Christmas beach swims
Hold your horses - before you crack open the Christmas bubbles or tuck into those chocolates you’ve been eyeing up on the side, why not head into the great outdoors for a chilly winter dip in the sea? If this sounds like your idea of a good time, stick around! We’ve put together a list of beaches in Cornwall that are known for hosting festive swims.

Take on the Beacon Beast this April
Calling all runners! The Beacon Beast Marathon - The Bodmin Way takes place on Sunday, 27th April, and is set to be even bigger and better than before.
Falmouth Ceilidh event to fundraise for the RNLI
It’s time to throw on your dancing shoes as an exciting fundraiser comes to the National Maritime Museum Cornwall this March.

Local students publish casting call for short film
A group of Bodmin-based media students are looking for actors to audition to take part in their short film, Melted Butter, which will explore a complex relationship between two women, with themes of longing, obsession and coming of age.

Community spirit at Christmas: Launceston’s community Christmas Day lunch
A team of volunteers are inviting people who may be struggling to their free community Christmas lunch on Christmas Day.

St Piran’s Parade to take place in Launceston
Grab your Cornish flags, St Piran’s Day is almost here, and a huge celebration is to be held in Launceston - in true Cornish style!

Veterans walk to fundraise for Bodmin Keep
Eighty veterans from The Rifles and The Light Infantry will be joined by friends and family to walk 30 miles of Cornish coastline over three days this September.

St Petroc's gets ready to welcome visitors to annual Christmas tree festival
With the warming glow of the lights and sparkle of the decorations, various groups, businesses and organisations take part in this very special event to decorate a tree and represent their work in the community.

Meet the Maker: Anna Willis
As part of a new mini series in the run-up to Falmouth’s FORM Festival (Friday-Sunday, 15th-17th May 2026, at the Princess Pavilion), we caught up with two artists participating in the festival. Inspired by dance and improvised movement, and using natural inks and dyes, Anna Willis is drawn to making art that embodies the sensations of movement and dancing.

Falmouth’s Business Brunch: Fostering Community, Collaboration and Growth
Two female business owners from Falmouth are bringing the town’s business community together with a brunch event that focuses on collaboration and growth.

Local garden to open to the public
A garden in Wadebridge is set to open its doors - or garden gate! - to the public this Sunday and Monday, 29th and 30th June, raising money for health and nursing charities.

Enjoy the sound of Mozart with Wadebridge Choral Society's autumn concert
Two splendid works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart will be performed at Wadebridge Choral Society’s Autumn concert this Autumn: his Solemn Vespers and the Missa Brevis in D. Both for the singers - and for the audience at the concert – this promises to be to be a musically interesting and rewarding experience.

Falmouth BID Unveils Spooky Halloween Spectacular in Town Centre
Falmouth is set to come alive with spine-chilling fun and community creativity as Falmouth BID launches an exciting Halloween initiative designed to bring locals and visitors into the heart of the town. From haunted street theatre to creatively spooky shop windows, there’s something for everyone this half term.

Attention All Shipping show set to come to Launceston this November
As the shipping forecast embarks on its second century, Charlie Connelly brings Attention All Shipping: A Celebration of the Shipping Forecast, his hilarious show celebrating its quirks and unique appeal, to Launceston Town Hall on 5th November at 7.30pm.

Beautiful displays at Withiel Flower Festival
Expect beautiful displays of Cornwall’s finest flowers at the biannual Withiel Flower Festival, taking place over the late May bank holiday from Saturday 23rd to Monday 25th May.










