In aid of Shelterbox
Praa Sands beach will once again play host to the annual Raft Race in aid of Shelter Box. This years theme is Pirates. The event will include food and craft stalls, bouncy castle, volleyball as well as a range of live music.
The Mosquitos, Ocean Fever and Praa Sands very own boy band 'Bugga' will be playing on the day. There will also be a beach bar in situ for the day.
Find out more on Purely Penzance
Aug1
Small enchanting garden divided into rooms filled with colour and interest. Herbaceous borders, hostas, roses, grasses and late summer colour. A plantaholics’ garden. Small lawns, seating areas, water features and Pompeiian oven.
Times: 1 - 5. Open for charity.
Homefield, Fraddam, Hayle Cornwall TR27 6EJ
Aug1
Children’s Fun Day with a games theme - including egg & spoon and sack races for children and granny & grandads!. 10.30am-4.00pm Normal entry charges apply. Events are free
Gardens open 10.30am-5.00pm
Trevarno Gardens, Crowntown, Helston, Cornwall Cornwall TR13 0RU
AUG4
A Cornish festival for one and all, music, dancing, circus skills workshop, Cornish Wrestling, Dog Show and much more. For further details visit www.goldsithneycharterfair.org
Aug7
7th and 8th - Fine Food, Art and Craft Fair - Trereife Gardens
With a large marquee of art and craft stalls on the tennis lawn, and a selection of fine food stalls in the cobbled stable area of the house, you can expect an array of attractions, plus a variety of entertainment for children, with craft workshops, traditional fair ground and donkey rides.
Spend the day wandering the woods, relaxing on the lawn, or picnicking in the walled garden, with home-made refreshments available including cakes, crepes, soups, tortilla wraps and local meat pasties, plus locally made ice-cream, fruit juice squeezed as you watch, and even a Cornish beer stall to tempt your taste buds. Remember to bring your picnic blanket, or if you prefer, take a seat in Trereife’s Poet’s Cafe. And should the weather prove temperamental, rest assured that the event will be undercover.
Aug7
Presented by Truewest, Cube and Bedlam
Director Nick Whitby’s plays have been performed in over twenty major theatres, including on Broadway. We are pleased to welcome the cast back following their side-splitting performance last year of The Charity Shop Cabaret. This year we look forward to the ‘funny, scary and astonishing’ Medusa the Celt.
‘Medusa The Celt is an extraordinary journey into the myth of the Gorgon, whose gaze turns all who look at her to stone.
This is a big, powerful, action-storytelling in the great tradition of Cornish outdoor theatre, with haunting music and stunning costume.
Aug9
Join us to see Birds of Prey, Alpacas, and other creepy crawlies. Normal entry charges apply
10.30am - 5pm, events 10.30am-4
Trevarno Gardens, Crowntown, Helston, Cornwall Cornwall TR13 0RU
AUG11
Free and no need to book, just turn up
Join a wildlife expert on Marazion Beach and see what amazing creatures you can find along the sea shore. Fascinating and fun for all ages, so bring the whole family!
Please wear suitable footwear and clothing and bring along a shrimp net and small bucket, if you have them.
FREE and no need to book – just turn up at the beach in Marazion, just below the Godolphin Hotel.
Aug12
This theatre company have been coming every year for a while and always attract a large audience.. Outside on the Great lawn so bring a rug and a chair...and a picnic. Food can also be purchased from the Conservatory. Show tickets can be purchased form the venue on the night.£10.50 adult, £9.50 concessions and £6 children
Trevarno Gardens, Crowntown, Helston, Cornwall Cornwall TR13 0RU
AUG13
Take That 2 and Party are the best tribute to Take That in the UK today. Formed in 2006 they have toured throughout the UK, this is there first time in Cornwall. As you would be expecting they are the full package and come complete with all the familiar dance routines and costume changes, a real tribute experience not to be missed.
Box Office: 01736798577 St Ives Tourist Information Centre or 796394 / 795857 Tickets £12.50 Doors Open 7.30pm
The Guildhall, Street an Pol, St Ives Cornwall
AUG14
A selection of over 600 CD's covering a wide variety of music genres plus a small selection of DVD's.
CD's from £3 each and DVD's from just £4 each.
At the Acorn arts centre, Parade Street, Penzance
14th August 2010 - Midday to 4pm
Aug14
Celebrating the heritage and spirit of the Cornish mining communities.
The Festival is a nine-day programme of events organised by villages linked by the Mineral Tramways trails. Each village is steeped in the history and culture of Cornish mining but has its own distinct character. The Mining Villages Festival is a chance for you to explore and find out more about our mining heritage.
Saturday 14th – Sunday 22nd August 2010
For full information please visit www.miningvillagesfestival.org.uk
Aug14
Miracle Theatre Company brings its new adaptation of Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet to open air venues this summer. Known for its daring, innovative and downright funny physical performances, Miracle creates a totally original world where senses soar and humour is found in unexpected places – a production to captivate audiences of all ages.
18/08/2010 & 19/08/2010, 7.30pm Information: 01736 365520
Penlee Park Cornwall TR18 4BU
AUG18
The Greenway Pro Surf Competition 2010In memory of Tom Greenaway
A host of the UK's top Surfers and Bodyboarders will come together to compete and celebrate the life of Tom Greenway with a weekend of surfing and music. In the true spirit of surfing community, both locals and visitors, from as far away as South Africa and Australia will creating an incredible vibe and unique atmosphere.
For full information read the blog post.
Aug18
18th to the 22nd of August
Events will be held in town on the first three days at Penzance Library, Treveylan House and the Penzance Arts Club as well as other smaller venues in and around Penzance. On the final day the festival will join with the Design fair at Trereife.
Planned events include writing workshops, poetry writing workshop and a big read. The chosen book will be read by as many people as possible and then discussed at exhibitions with displays and demonstrations on the same book.
AUG18
Walk through Love Lane Wildlife Garden and find out how many of our common weeds are edible, how to use them, and their healing properties. Led by Wild Food guide Rachel Lambert, this walk is a perfect way to learn how to get rid of your weeds in a tasty way. Suitable for gardeners and food lovers.
10am until 11:30am £10 or £5 Concessions.
Love Lane Wildlife Garden Cornwall TR18 4NN
AUG21
21 August and 22 August 2010 at Trereife Gardens
The best of the county's design and craft skills will be on show at the annual Hidden Art event this weekend.
Aug21
Lutz Eiser will give an introduction to bees covering bee plants, especially herbs, feeding methods, hive management,equipment needed. There will be a practical session at midday where we have the chance to examine a working hive. There will be an opportunity to ask any questions from Lutz who has been working with Bees for over 10 years. All bee suits and protective clothing provided.
£15 or £10 Concessions.
Contact 01736 333927
AUG22
Lifeboat and Helicopter Rescue Demonstration, Kayaks, Gig and Working Boats. Model steam and electric trains and model tanks. Town Band and Shanty Men, Line and Morris dancers. Raffle. Punch & Judy, Bouncy Castle, Face Painting and ’Ferdi’. The ever favourite ’Dash II’, our mini lifeboat on wheels. Numerous stalls and more, more, more. In aid of the RNLI.
From 11am till approx. 5.30pm Free entry
The Harbour, Porthleven, Cornwall, Cornwall TR13 9JN
AUG22
Thursday 26th August at Lands End
Visit the website for more information.
Aug26
Following the success of the underground ghost tours, Poldark Mine is planning its’ first ever Fright Night on Friday 27th August.
Keeping their wits about them, visitors will need to separate fact from fiction as they explore the legend of 17th Century villain Justin Trelane and his grizzly crimes.
Visitors will be marched into the candlelit mine, descending deep into the shadowy depths to be met by untold horrors. With shocks and surprises along the way visitors will need nerves of steel to complete the one hour fright fest.
Finally resurfacing guests will be able to visit the licensed bar to revive their shattered nerves. There will also be a barbeque throughout the evening.
Tickets are £10 each and places are limited so book in advance by calling Poldark Mine on 01326 573173 or 07891 474057
AUG27
The Penzance Faery Ball 27th August 2010
The Penzance Faery Ball kick starts the Penzance Faery weekend, with Celtic legends The Dolmen.
Celebrate with lots of dancing, music, dressing up and having fun with lots of faerie friends.
Visit the website for more information.
Aug27
28th & 29th August 2010
Two fairytastic days where humans and faerie folk can walk (or fly!) side-by-side in harmony, in celebration of the magical time of midsummer.
The fairy ring is opening at this time, a gateway/portal into the realms of fae, an opportunity to glimpse into fairyland, and to experience how the "little people" celebrate their love of the sacred land.
Visit the website for more information.
Aug28
28th August 2010 at Trereife Gardens
Attractions such as a Heavy Horse display, Horse and Hound show, Falconry display, Companion Dog Show, Ferret racing, Bilbo the life saving dog, Vintage vehicle show, Cornish Wrestling, children’s rides, pottery, wood and metal demonstrations, Jazz and acoustic performers
Aug28
Come and discover living history in the unique and inspiring surroundings of this 2000 year old settlement. Handle artifacts and learn about Iron age life.
Children's activity sheet, nature trail and have a go with a bow and arrow!
Enjoy a picnic with panoramic views and spend the day doing something completely different.
This is a daily event running from 28/8/2010 to 30/8/2010
AUG28
Trereife Park, nr Newlyn
This stunning venue is the setting for an annul music event. Party In The Park is all about the best local bands playing in front of the best crowd, all under one roof!
The event is held under cover in marquees within the beautiful and historic grounds of Trereife Park, 1/2 mile west of Penzance on the A30 Lands End road. £7 on the door. 2pm to midnight.
Aug29
Sheltered garden with an abundance of exotic trees and shrubs. Picturesque stream running through valley and stunning views of Mounts Bay from terrace. Ongoing restoration of walled kitchen garden showcasing contemporary varieties of fruit and vegetables. Large collection of camellias and rhododendrons
Admission £6.20, Children £3.10. Times:10.30-5. Open for charity.
Trengwainton, Madron Cornwall TR20 8RZ
AUG29
Tonkins backyard Jam series 2010, is all about having a go. We have an Under 12s, Under 16s and an Open category. MTB or BMX. Also featuring the Longest Skid, Longest Manuel and the High Jump Comps! Prizes supplied by KONA, Protec, Vans & Plain Lazy.
The Track will open at 10am and close at 9pm. Spectator entry is free, rider entry for the day is £10, entry into the competitions is just £3.
The Track, Parc Erissey Ind Est, New Portreath Road, Redruth Cornwall TR16 4HW
AUG29
A varied and unique selection of crafts for sale by local producers. Including pottery, jewellery, glass and mixed media textiles, tintags, fused glass, honey and wax products, stitch crafts, photos, rosettes, Cornish memorabilia and much more. Refreshments available. Free entry and parking.
AUG30
August Bank Holiday Monday 30th 2010
Visitors will be able to enjoy a wide selection of Seafood, Cooking Demonstrations, Children’s Workshops, Fish Auctions, Open Vessels, Craft, Art and Trade stalls together with a full programme of Music and Harbour Entertainments including Gig Racing, Naval War Ships, Helicopters, The Penlee Lifeboat, the Camborne Youth Band and much more besides!
Aug30
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