What's on - August 2010
After a "mixed" July weather-wise, we're hoping that August will delight us. Whilst great swathes of Cornwall are rammed with tourists, The Roseland tends to be quieter - although if you do plan to eat out in pubs and restaurants, it's probably worth booking a table. The regatta's continue apace with Falmouth week and The Fowey Regatta proving very popular. You're still likely to find plenty of great swimming beaches, lovely gardens and wonderful walks along the coastal path. We've set out below some ideas fro great days out in July. There are also two other good sources of information - King Harry's Cornwall and the Visit Cornwall websites.
Great days out from Roundhouse Barns
1 August onwards - Orca Sea Safaris open for the Spring/summer season. Take a 2 hour wildlife boat safari out to sea. Plenty of birdlife. If you're lucky, you'll also see Seals and Dolphins. Wet weather clothing provided. A different way to see our wonderful coastline. We've been on it and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Great for young and old alike. Tickets also include entrance to the National Maritime Museum in Falmouth. Pre-booking essential (01872 861910). Alternatively, we have recently become a ticket retailer and guests can pre-buy their tickets at Roundhouse Barn Holidays. Trips depart from Events Square, Discovery Quay, Falmouth.
1 August onwards throughout Summer - Camel Valley Vineyard guided tours. Every Wednesday evening at 5.00pm. A wine maker will personally guide you through the vineyard and winery, answering any questions you may have about the wine making process. Afterwards, there will be a fun wine tasting session, beginning with our most famous wine, Cornwall Brut. The Grand Tour and Tasting is always very popular, so it is essential to book in advance. Price: £10 per person, including wine. 5.00pm Nanstallon, Bodmin. Tel 01726 852436
1 August Onwards - Godrevy Lighthouse Exhibition. Bob Bery's photography together with a selection of other works of art inspired by the Godrevy Lighthouse, is currently on display at the museum in the temporary exhibition gallery until 29 August. The exhibition is part of Charles Thomas and Jessica Mann's collection, which includes pieces by artists such as Bryan Pearce, Wilhelmina Barns-Graham and Kurt Jackson. National Maritime Museum, Events Square, Falmouth.
1 August onwards - John Dyer Exhibition. The Gallery at Trelissick is hosting an exhibition featuring John Dyer's most recent works. John Dyer is one of Britain's leading and best known contemporary painters. Born in 1968 his work embraces colour and the 'Song of Life'. John's subjects are mostly places he knows well and they often have a strong autobiographical content. John's paintings are optimistic, dynamic and exciting, resulting from a working method that is unique to him and which enables him to react directly to nature. Trelissick, Feock from 9.30am every day.
2 - 4 August - Bat out of Heligan. Natural England bat expert Tony Brazier will take groups of bat watchers on a night-time adventure at the Lost Gardens of Heligan. 7.30pm - 10.00pm.
3 August - Julian Marley Live. Son of the world's most venerated reggae superstar, Julian 'Ju Ju' Marley and his stunning 8-piece band - in concert. Julian produces an organic fusion of roots bass reggae, hard, driving anthems, breezy jazz sounds and samba-tinged Jamaican ska; one of the major music highlights this Summer! Princess Pavillion, Melville Road, Falmouth from 7.30pm.
4 - 5 August - Great Medieval Jousting. Enjoy the thrills and spills of medieval jousting and cheer on your favourite knight as our competitors break lances in real mounted combat. The Knights' teams compete in mounted skill at arms, and further entertainment is provided by our own jester, wandering minstrels and falconry displays. Pendennis Castle, Falmouth from 11:00am.
6 August - Much Ado about Nothing. The Pantaloons present their own brand of open air Shakespeare mayhem. Family friendly fun with live music and audience participation. Trelissick Gardens, Feock from 7.30pm
7 - 15 August - Henri Lloyd Falmouth Week. With racing for classics, offshore yachts, day boats, traditional craft and Falmouth working boats - this is one of he South West's premier regatta weeks. Fireworks will light up the sky for the grand finale at 10pm on Friday August 13. There are great viewing points on The Roseland for this spectacular. See website for more details.
9 - 14 August - Pendeniss Cup. Falmouth hosts The Pendennis Cup - the racing event in the South West for Super-Yachts. A full entertainments programme is planned to complement the 5 days of competitive racing out on the waters of Falmouth Bay - giving owners and crews a chance to enjoy a "proper Cornish experience" and allowing them to enjoy Falmouth and its beautiful surroundings. Check website for more details.
11 August 2010 - The Tempest. Lord Chamberlains Men are back again with Shakespeare's magical last play of love, tragedy and comedy. Trelissick Gardens, Feock from 7.30pm.
14 August - Master Drummers of Africa. The Master Drummers of Africa in full flow is one of the most thrilling and unforgettable spectacles in world music. Deep, mysterious, spiritual, celebratory and utterly compelling, the world's greatest drum orchestra features 10 drummers from 10 African nations, using over 100 ethnic drums and representing over 300 tribes of Africa. Back Quay, Truro from 7.30pm.
15 - 21 August - Fowey Royal Regatta. In addition to the oggin'-boddin' stuff, highlights of the Fowey Royal Regatta will include the Red Arrows, the carnival, a fireworks display and live entertainment. See website for more details.
18 August - The Merchant of Venice. Theatre Set-up present Any suitors of Portia, a rich Italian heiress, must select from three caskets, of gold, silver or lead, to win her hand in marriage. Bassanio already loves Portia, but his spendthrift ways have left him without the means to woo her. Promising to help him, Antonio, a merchant of Venice borrows 3,000 ducats from Shylock in return for a strict bond, which grants the money-lender a pound of flesh if the money is not returned. The scene is set for an intense drama in which Portia and her maid take on male disguises, solve all problems and trick their wayward husbands. Theatre Set-Up bring to life this classic Shakespearean romantic comedy, complete with Venetian carnival-style costumes and harp accompaniment. Lost Gardens of Heligan, Pentewan from 7.30pm.
21 August - Roseland Triathlon. Feeling fit?... The race starts with the swim from Tatums Beach, Portscatho, below the Harbour Club. You will swim around the marker buoys and across to Porthcurnick beach. At the top of the beach is the first transition area where you will retrieve your bike. Leaving the transition area you will head up the hill and towards St. Mawes where you will cycle past the castle before heading back towards Gerrans and down to St. Anthony and the second transition area. You will leave your bike there and then run along the coast path back to Portscatho and the finish outside the Plume of Feathers. All proceeds go to a great cause - Help For Heroes.
24 - 28 August - Oklahoma! Starring Marti Webb and Mark Evans. Set on America's Western Frontier, against a background of conflict between farmers and cattlemen, Oklahoma! perfectly integrates song, dance and story to tell the tale of farm girl Laurey and the two rivals for her affections, happy go-lucky cowboy Curly and the sinister farm hand Jud. Famously, the show opens with 'Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin' and contains a sumptuous and rousing score full of wonderful songs such as 'The Surrey with The Fringe on Top', 'People Will Say We're in Love', 'Many a New Day', 'I Cain't Say No', and the final rousing chorus of 'Oklahoma' Back Quay, Truro from 7.30pm.
27 - 29 August - Romeo & Juliet by the Miracle Theatre Group. They had grown up in a violent world. Everyone around them was blinded by conflict and hatred. Only a fool would sleep with the enemy. But they are drawn to each other like moths to a flame. Their passion is a pure, bright, blazing refuge where, for a moment, they find peace and fulfilment. Miracle Theatre takes on Shakespeare's timeless play for the first time - adapting it with relish, passion and a sense of humour. By adding their characteristic ingredients of physical performance, music and comedy they sharpen the drama and ensure the production will charm audiences of all ages. Romeo and Juliet, a story of young love: innocent, intense, intoxicating - and deadly. Trelissick Gardens, Feock, from 7.30pm.
28 August - Portscatho Regatta. A traditional regatta with a full programme of sailing over an exciting and highly visible course in beautiful Gerrans Bay and featuring a passage race from the Fal, plus various water-sports (swimming, canoeing, raft-racing), together with shore-based fun activities such as sandcastle-building and races for all ages on Tatam's Beach. The programme is backed by an impressive array of live music and supported by numerous stalls and games, a barbeque and teas, all to be found along the Lugger.
29 August - Percuil Regatta. A fun village Regatta started from a Committee Boat in the beautiful Percuil river setting. Classes include Optimists, handicap dinghies, Shrimpers, Ajaxes and Sunbeams. Courses set appropriate to the class of boat and crew, extending into the Carrick Roads for larger craft. All types of sailors welcome.