DIARY OF CORNWALL EVENTS 2012 shows, craft fairs, fetes and festivals. Add your Cornwall Event Free of Charge

Cornwall events Cornwall attractions Cornwall shows 2012 .All dates are correct at time of being published, please confirm date and event details before making travel arrangements out of season. Yearly events are shown at the beginning of each month in light blue. The diary follows. Events may be cancelled or event dates may be subject to alteration

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Annual Events

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Annual Events
DAFFODIL FESTIVAL (biennial event next one 2013) Mawgan, Cornwall 01326 221631 The Saltash Music & Drama Festival 01752 847517 Snowdrop Sunday Pencarrow House 01840214220. The National Maritime Museum 01326 313388
Launceston Tuesday Indoor Market, 07523208806
 

4th February 2012

Craft and Gift Fair at St.Stephens Church, Saltash. Saturday 4th February 9.30am to 1pm In aid of the new St Stephens Community Hall. Great Ideas for Valentines Day, Mothers Day and Birthdays. Refreshments Available. Free Entry.

6th  February 2012

St Ives Feast / Hurling the Silver Ball
A procession through the town is followed by the blessing at St Ia Well near Porthmeor Beach. After which a boisterous game of Cornish Hurling takes place.

14th February 2012

Launceston Tuesday Indoor Market, 14th, 21st & 28th February 2012, The White Hart Hotel, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8AL, We are open 9.30am-2.00pm. We have a variety of stalls including Handmade at Home, cakes & bakes, health & beauty, eco friendly bags, jewellery, homeware, cards, gifts & more. We are raising money for Macmillan cancer support and would love your support too! 07523208806

21st February 2012

Launceston Tuesday Indoor Market, 14th, 21st & 28th February 2012, The White Hart Hotel, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8AL, We are open 9.30am-2.00pm. We have a variety of stalls including Handmade at Home, cakes & bakes, health & beauty, eco friendly bags, jewellery, homeware, cards, gifts & more. We are raising money for Macmillan cancer support and would love your support too! 07523208806

28th February 2012

Launceston Tuesday Indoor Market, 14th, 21st & 28th February 2012, The White Hart Hotel, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8AL, We are open 9.30am-2.00pm. We have a variety of stalls including Handmade at Home, cakes & bakes, health & beauty, eco friendly bags, jewellery, homeware, cards, gifts & more. We are raising money for Macmillan cancer support and would love your support too! 07523208806
 

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3rd March 2012

Bric-a-Brac Sale at St.Stephens Church Room ( opposite The Cecil Arms )  Saturday 3rd March 2012  10.00am to 12.30pm  Come and find yourself a bargain!!  In aid of the new St.Stephens Community Hall. Fair Trade Refreshments available inside St.Stephens Church

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4 March 2012

Pentillie Castle, St Mellion, Saltash, Cornwall PL12 6QD. This is a joint fundraising walk with the CF Unit at Derriford Hospital, so all fundraised monies will be split. How long is the walk? 2.5 miles. What will I need to take? Flat comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. The walk takes place over gravel, field and hard core surfaces and there are one or two hills. Is there anything else I need to know? Sorry no dogs permitted; the walk is also not suitable for buggies or wheelchairs. Car Parking is free and will be clearly signed. Entrance is free
Public toilets are available. Refreshments will be available. At the Registration point you will be given safety details for the day. There will be a raffle on the day - if you have any prizes you wish to donate please let me know (my contact details are below). In the event of adverse weather conditions please contact me, the event organiser between 9am and 10 am on the day - details below. Please ensure you check in before and after your walk
Walk Entry: Entry is £6 per adult and £2.50 per child. To enter, Call & pay by credit card - please call the Events Team on 0300 373 1100 and we will process your entry over the phone.
Every effort will be made to ensure that the walk is safe and enjoyable; however, anyone taking part in this walk does so at their own risk. If you are able to advertise the walk by placing posters in your community eg. work and school notice boards, local shops, clubs and pubs etc, or passing on entry forms to family, friends and colleagues, I would be very grateful. To help, or if you have any questions, please contact me on the details below.
Audrey Williams, Fundraising Manager - South West. 0300 373 1036 or 07971 891975

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5th March 2012

St.Piran’s Day Events held throughout the county to commemorate St.Piran, the patron saint of tin mining. The modern observance of St Piran's day as a national symbol of the people of Cornwall started in the late 19th and early 20th century when Celtic revivalists sought to provide the people of Cornwall with a national day not unlike those observed in other nations. Since the 1950s, the celebration has become increasingly observed.

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Tuesday 6th March 2012

Launceston indoor market "The White Hart Hotel" Ballroom. slate paintings of Cornwall, Body Oils, Jewellery, Aloe Vera photographs, bags, bibs, toys, home made snacks and more.  "The White Hart Hotel" in the centre of Launceston wonderful shopping.

10th March 2012

Spring Fair at St.Stephen-by-Saltash Church. Saturday 10th March 2012  10am - 12.30pm  including Stalls, Gifts, Spring Bulbs and Plants, Books, Stationery, Cards and Refreshments.

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10th March 2012

Craft & Gift Fair in support of Breakthrough Breast Cancer Saturday March 10th. 10am-2pm St Breward Village Hall, St Breward. Nr. Bodmin. Cornwall. Local hand made Cornish crafts including Jewellery, Glass Ware, Artwork, Jams, Chutneys, Relishes, Cakes & Pastries, Cards, along with Body Shop and Avon Cosmetics with up to 75% off. Raffle and Tombola. Hot & Cold refreshments, disabled access, free entry, parking, toilets. Please come along and support Breakthrough Breast Cancer.

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12th - 17th March 2012

The Cornwall Music Festival includes a wide range of competitions for both young people and adults; soloists and groups. It includes singers, musicians and storytellers. The week concludes with a Gala Concert at 7.30pm on Saturday 17th March. The festival is held at Truro Methodist Church, Union Place, Truro.

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31st March – 8th April 2012

St.Endellion Easter Festival World-class classical music festival at St.Endellion, near Port Isaac.

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31st March – 1st April 2012

Cornwall Spring Flower Show Held at Boconnoc near Lostwithiel. Everything for the Garden, including displays, competitions, gifts and exhibits. Refreshments available all day.

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Every Tuesday

Launceston indoor market "The White Hart Hotel" Ballroom. slate paintings of Cornwall, Body Oils, Jewellery, Aloe Vera photographs, bags, bibs, toys, home made snacks and more.  "The White Hart Hotel" in the centre of Launceston wonderful shopping.

6th April 2012 - 23rd September

Minack Summer Season Cornwall’s open air theatre in spectacular surroundings. Pack a picnic and see a show.

6th – 9th April 2012

Trereife Easter Food and Craft Fair 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 chefs from local restaurants and colleges as well as Sanjay Kumar from Slow Food Cornwall and Robin Turner 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.

28th April 2012

Trevithick Day, Camborne Trevithick Day is an annual celebration of the heritage of the Camborne area, with the focus on Richard Trevithick, pioneer of high pressure steam - power. This takes the form of a community festival of free entertainment in the streets of Camborne.

21st April 2012

Porthleven Food and Music Festival
Family-friendly festival with a wide range of food stalls, events, demonstrations and music.

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Every Tuesday

Launceston indoor market "The White Hart Hotel" Ballroom. slate paintings of Cornwall, Body Oils, Jewellery, Aloe Vera photographs, bags, bibs, toys, home made snacks and more.  "The White Hart Hotel" in the centre of Launceston wonderful shopping.

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1st May 2012

Padstow ‘Obby ‘OssThe first day of May is Obby Oss day in Padstow. The Day celebrates the Celtic festival of Beltane - The spring festival dedicated to the return of the Celtic sun god Bel, that causes the crops to grow and the hours of daylight to lengthen. The town is decked with flags, greenery and flowers.

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5 May 2012

Challenge yourself in 2012 with the National Trust's Bloomin' Bluebell Challenge Walk, Lanhydrock, near Bodmin. Saturday 5 May 2012, from 8am. Challenge yourself to walk 6 or 13 miles around the beautiful Lanhydrock estate amongst spectacular displays of bluebells. Adult £8, Child £4. Sponsorship optional, with the money raised going towards essential conservation work on the estate. Please get in touch with Alice for more details and a registration pack. 01208 265278

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5th and 6th May 2012

Saltash May Fair will take place on Saturday and Sunday, May 5th and 6th, 2012 at Warfelton Sports Field, Callington Road, Saltash. The event includes parade, competitions, live entertainment for all ages, food and market stalls, with the Saltash Half Marathon, Harding's Hike and Saltash May Fair Stalls, live entertainment with street entertainers, bands and Morris dancers. It's A Knockout contest on the Sunday. 1752 417362

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7th May 2012

St Ives Mayday Celebration of spring rooted in the ancient customs of the town.

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8th May 2012

Helston Flora Day You'll find the town decked out with bluebells, gorse, laurel leaves and colourful flags. Dancing begins at 7.00 am, and at 8.30 there's the mummers' play known as the Hal-an-Tow, at several venues throughout the town. Watch St George and St Michael slay the Dragon and the Devil.

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9th – 20th May 2012

Du Maurier Festival A festival of arts and literature in and around the town of Fowey

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12th – 13th May 2012

Lost Fest Parades, exhibitions, music and art events take place around the town of Lostwithiel.

13th May 2012

Caerhays Castle nr St.Austell. Family Fun Day in support of  The Cornwall Air Ambulance, 10.30am  to 4.30pm  Treasure Hunts, and Crafts with  the Pirates of St.Piran singing Sea Shanties, performing dramatic productions and firing their Cannon.

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Every Tuesday

Launceston indoor market "The White Hart Hotel" Ballroom. slate paintings of Cornwall, Body Oils, Jewellery, Aloe Vera photographs, bags, bibs, toys, home made snacks and more.  "The White Hart Hotel" in the centre of Launceston wonderful shopping.

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2 - 4 June 2012

Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Festival. Trereife House Penzance 01736 362750. The historic Queen Anne manor house and its spectacular grounds is sure to prove an atmospheric venue for visitors to soak up a heady dose of festive spirit, while picking up some unique Cornish gifts. With large marquees of art and craft on the tennis lawn, a selection of fine food stalls in the cobbled stable area of the house, plus a variety of carnival-style musical entertainment, visitors can expect a wide array of attractions to suit all the family. The Fair also includes craft demonstrations and a variety of children’s activities. Home-made refreshments available will include cakes, crepes, soups, tortilla wraps and pasties, plus locally made ice-cream, fruit juice squeezed as you watch, and even a Cornish beer tent with 20 varieties of cask ales to tempt your taste buds. Remember to bring your picnic blanket, or if you prefer, take a seat in Trereife’s Courtyard Cafe. And should the weather prove temperamental, rest assured that the event will be undercover.
The event will be open from 10am-4pm Saturday, Sunday and Monday, plus an evening entertainment session, 6pm-11pm on Saturday and Sunday.. Admission for adults is £3.50, children £2 and under 5s free of charge. Family tickets are £11 (two adults and three children). £6 weekend tickets, plus camping £10 per night per tent. For further information on this exciting event in the Christmas calendar, please call 01736 362750

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7th – 9th June 2012

Royal Cornwall Show One of the top agricultural shows in the country.

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16th June 2012

Murdoch Day, Redruth Redruth's annual celebration remembers its famous former resident William Murdoch and his numerous inventions. Street Entertainment, Children's Parade, Street Market and Fair.

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15th - 17th June 2012

3 Wishes Faery Fest
Fairy-themed arts festival taking place at Colliford Lake Park on Bodmin Moor.

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15th – 17th June 2012

Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival / Boat Show An opportunity to enjoy traditional nautical music and song. Runs alongside the Falmouth Boat Show.

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16th - 23rd June 2012

Polperro Festival Community celebrations with music, parades arts & entertainment.

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16th – 17th June 2012

Saltash Black Prince Regatta and Waterside Festival
The 176th Saltash regatta with a wide range of events on water and in the town.

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17th June 2012

*CORNWALL SUMMER BEAR FAIR* The Community Centre Lostwithiel Cornwall PL22 0HE [A390], Over 45 stands of hundreds of teddies - new and old – designer and antique - free valuations and restoration advice - teddy bear hospital – bear making patterns, kits, materials, accessories and demonstrations - and many, more attractions - plus “Free Teddy Prize Draw”, Charities - WSPA “Libearty” and Cornwall Hospice Care. Champagne Competition for “Best Own Bear Creation” with a ‘Summer’ theme - dressed or undressed - [take your own!] voting to be by all attendees, including stand holders.
Something for Everyone! Opening Hours:- 10.00am – 4.00pm. Admission:- Adults £2.50, Accompanied Children under 14 Free!
For further information –01840 250800 or 01503 230851

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23rd June 2012

Landrake Carnival, Cornwall, 23rd June. Annual Carnival in the village square, from midday onwards. Lots of stalls, activities, live music and food and drink. 07769110691

23rd -30th June 2012

Golowan Festival and Mazey Day Golowan, The Feast of St. John, is a large annual community arts festival that takes place in Penzance. It blends the Celtic traditions of Penglaz and the Serpent Dance with a programme of diverse festivities, entertainment and music.

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24th – 30th June 2012

Mevagissey Feast Week A mixture of traditional and contemporary feast week events take place on land and sea.

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Every Tuesday

Launceston indoor market "The White Hart Hotel" Ballroom. slate paintings of Cornwall, Body Oils, Jewellery, Aloe Vera photographs, bags, bibs, toys, home made snacks and more.  "The White Hart Hotel" in the centre of Launceston wonderful shopping.

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6th – 8th July 2012

Sea Salts and Sail Held in Mousehole. Traditional fishing vessels visit the port alongside musical entertainment, stalls and displays.

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14th July 2012

Liskeard Show An agricultural show with fun for the whole family.

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16th July 2012

Stithians Show Cornwall’s biggest one-day agricultural show with a wide range of exhibits and activities.

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20th –22nd July 2012

Boconnoc Steam Fair Steam rally held at Boconnoc near Liskeard. There will also be classic cars, vintage tractors and craft displays.

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19th – 22nd July 2012

Port Eliot Festival Festival of arts and literature on the Port Eliot Estate near St.Germans

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25th - 29th July 2012

Penzance Literary Festival The Penzance Literary Festival is a celebration of words! This year's theme is 'Journeys'. We take ‘journeys’ to include journeys through life, exploration of the works of authors, dramatists, story-tellers, poets and songwriters, and discovery of how other people feel about and make sense of what they read and hear and see.

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31st July 2012 – 10th August 2012

St.Endellion Summer Festival World-class classical music festival at St.Endellion, near Port Isaac.

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28th July 2012 – 3rd August 2012

Charlestown Regatta Events in and around the harbour plus an evening of Cornish fun on Tuesday night.
 

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Saltash Music, Speech & Drama Festival 
Tel: 01752-843073.

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