Events for August 15, 2024
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Summer Pony Trekking Activities – Great Trethew
Great Trethew has many different things going on during the summer holidays including Monday – Wednesday – Friday – Time2Move Tuesday – Pony Club Thursday – Own a Pony Day Saturday – Sunday – Lessons – Woodland – Hacks – Pony Club – Groom/Ride For more information please contact Great Trethew 07714 099127 or 07595 […] Find out more »
11:00 pm
£35
Cornish Pasty Workshop
Take a taste of Cornwall home with you! Join Emily’s fun and sociable workshop and work in a small group to make pastry from scratch, prepare your filling then crimp your pasty. While it bakes, relax with a cuppa and homemade cake. Take away your freshly baked pasty and the skills and know-how to enjoy […] Find out more »
7:30 pm
£17
The Tempest – Festival Players
Shakespeare’s last, and great, play is a triumphant compilation of intrigue, magic, and humour. Prospero, an exiled Duke with supernatural powers, creates a great storm which sees his enemies shipwrecked on his island. Magic abounds, plots are exposed, and a colourful array of characters gain their deserts. Fascinating entertainment. Thursday 15 Aug 2024, 7:30 pm. […] Find out more »
4:00 pm
British Firework Championships – Plymouth
The beloved British Firework Championships returns to Plymouth on Wednesday 14th and Thursday 15th August 2024 (fireworks start at 9.30pm). Pop along to Plymouth Hoe for an evening of pyrotechnic fun, along with fairground rides, live music and delicious food and drink. Site opens from 2pm / Catering opens from 4pm / Fireworks from 9.30pm. […] Find out more »
2:00 pm
Free
Presence in the Park
On selected days during the Summer Holidays the Youth Team from St Martin’s Church will be in Castle Park from 2-4pm. Come along and enjoy an afternoon of fun and games…no need to sign up- just come and say hi! Monday 29th July Thursday 15th August Thursday 22nd August Thursday 29th August Find out more »
1:00 pm
Nature Detectives – Butterfly Spotting – Cotehele
As part of Summer of Play Nature Detectives at Cotehele Mill, come and chat to our Ranger’s about the amazing butterflies that live this in this habitat. Saturday 20th July, Friday 2nd, Thursday 15th and Wednesday 28th August, 1pm – 3pm. Meet at Cotehele Meadow. For more information please visit the National Trust website. Find out more »
12:00 pm
Summer of Play at Antony House
There’s lots of fun to be had this summer at Antony. On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays between 18 July – 29 August (including Monday 26 August), join us for shot put, wheelbarrow racing, tug of war, hide and seek, cricket, tennis, block building, relay races and so much more. All activities are free of […] Find out more »
10:30 am
Summer of Play at Lanhydrock
Get active with animal-themed play at Lanhydrock this summer. The ‘Summer of Play at Lanhydrock’ runs from Saturday 20th July – Tuesday 3rd September (10.30am – 4pm). Based around the animals found on Lanhydrock’s Long Gallery season with activities and challenges for you to have a go at. Jump like a kangaroo, run like a […] Find out more »
Meeting with Giants – Family Forest Bathing at Antony
Experience forest bathing at Antony Forest bathing is perfect for families looking to unwind and connect with nature. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the healing power of the woods. Meet veteran trees, bring your curiosity and an open heart and explore ways of creating musical […] Find out more »
10:00 am
Slip and Slide at Cornish Maize Maze and Fun Farm
The Longest and Fasted slip and slide in the UK is now at the Cornish Maize Maze and Fun Farm. Open 20th July to 8th September (plus every weekend in September). Giant Maize Maze Farm Animals Huge Bale Tower Huge sandpit Trampolines and giant games and more Open everyday from 10.30 – 5pm (last entry […] Find out more »
Marvellous Histories – Summer at the Museum
There’s lots going on for all the family at Liskeard & District Museum this summer! Children’s book corner Celebrating the writing legacy of John Allen and Emily Hobhouse Storytime, Talks and Workshops Open Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm and Saturday 10am to 1pm. FREE entry July 27th-August 31st Special Events: Friday 2nd August,11am – […] Find out more »
£12
Aim High Holiday Club (Ages 5 – 7) – Lighthouse Community Centre
Aim High Holiday Club – Lighthouse Community Centre The Lighthouse Community Centre are providing fun holiday activities for children aged 5-7 years during the Summer school holidays. The session times run from 10am until 2pm and include a healthy lunch, snacks, and drinks. Free School Meal options. These are mixed-ability sessions focusing on fun, enjoyment, […] Find out more »
Summer of Play at Cotehele (and Storytime)
Play in nature this summer, every day from Saturday 20 July – Sunday 2 September (10am – 5pm each day). What will you do first? Maybe you’ll challenge the family to a race around the orchard? Or get creative in the Old Orchard Theatre? Will you become a Nature Detective at Cotehele Mill or build […] Find out more »
£7.50
Page to Picture Drawing Workshop – Liskeard Library
Join Mia for a ‘Page to Picture’ Drawing Session. A relaxed drawing experience where we take inspiration from quotes and themes from a variety of books, and turn these ideas and concepts into drawings. Mia offers 1-2-1 guidance and support throughout the session, and all styles and abilities are welcome. Recommended age 7+ Thursday 1st […] Find out more »
£5
Open Farm at Alpaca Trekking Cornwall
The Open Farm is back at Alpaca Trekking Cornwall this summer. The Farm will be open every Thursday, Saturday & Sunday throughout August only. 10am – 3pm. £5 per person. Under 2’s FREE. No booking required. For more information please visit the Alpaca Trekking Cornwall website or on the Alpaca Trekking with Moor View Alpacas […] Find out more »
£15
Outdoor Painting and Drawing Class – Plein Air Cornwall SE
Outdoor Painting and Drawing Class In the summer months when the weather is good Plein Air Cornwall SE run workshops for anyone wanting to learn or to develop their oil-painting skills in beautiful natural surroundings ‘en plein air’. The group meets weekly on a Thursday 10am – 1pm at different locations around South-East Cornwall. Materials […] Find out more »
Art and Craft Exhibition and Sale – Upton Cross
An Art and Craft Exhibition and Sale will be at Upton Cross between Saturday 10th August and Saturday 17th August. Open each day between 10am – 5pm. Exhibitions Sales items replenished daily Homemade refreshments Raffle Disabled access throughout – Parking on site. Admission by donation. Find out more »
9:30 am
The Cornish Saints – Faith, Fact and Folklore – Stuart House
Stuart House has a new exhibition called ‘The Cornish Saints – Faith, Fact and Folklore’, the exhibition will be running from Monday 22nd July – Saturday 31st August. Stuart House is open: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9.30am 3.30pm. Saturday 9.30am – 12.30pm. Free entry For details please visit the Stuart House website. Find out more »
Wild Life – Summer at the Eden Project
Find out how wild you can be with The Eden Projects summer event ‘Wild Life’. ‘Wild Life’ runs from Saturday 27th July – Sunday 8th September (9.30am – 6pm). Take a deep dive into the natural world and discover how wild you really are. From adventurous family trails and nature play, to puppet shows and […] Find out more »