Festival Events
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Events listed by Date 2011:
Day 1 : Friday 27th
Day 2 : Saturday 28th
Day 3 : Sunday 29th
Day 4 : Monday 30th
Day 5 : Tuesday 31st
Day 6 : Wednesday 1st
Day 7 : Thursday 2nd
Day 8 : Friday 3th
Day 9 : Saturday 4th
Day 10 : Sunday 5th
Festival Activities & Adventures
2 Hour Sea Safari
May 22nd 2009 - May 31st 2009
Enjoy a 2 hour Coastal Explorer with Orca Sea Safaris, exploring the coastline and looking for wildlife on our fast RIB 'Seaquest of Falmouth'
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1 hour Sea Safari
May 22nd 2009 - May 31st 2009
Enjoy a 1 hour Bay discovery boat trip with Orca Sea Safaris, exploring Falmouth Bay on our exhilarating boat.
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Safety at Sea
May 23rd 2009 - May 31st 2009
Free family fun at the National Museum Cornwall
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Mini Maritime Bunting
May 23rd 2009 - May 31st 2009
12-3.30pm
Free family fun at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall
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Brazilian festival - dance, music and acrobatics
May 23rd 2009
1pm-12am
Capoeira Workshops, Brazilian Show and Party incorporating Breakdance, hip hop, samba and capoeira (Brazilian art form).
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Get Cornwall Dancing
May 23rd 2009
2-4pm
Come and enjoy two hours of dance, with groups from all across Cornwall. There’s something for everyone. Just watch, or, if you’re feet start tapping, why not join in one of the taster sessions? A Getting Cornwall Dancing event, from The Works.
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Tall Ship 'Ruth' Open and Sail Days
May 23rd 2009 - May 31st 2009
From 10am
The good ship 'Ruth' is a beautiful gaff-rigged sailing ship built in 1914 and will be alongside in Falmouth and open to the public.
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Truro River Race
May 24th 2009
5pm
Very popular annual rowing race from Truro down the River finishing in Mylor Yacht Harbour.
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RNLI Heritage Walk
May 24th 2009
1pm
Take part in the RNLI's Heritage Walk around Falmouth
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Beach Clean and Strandline Fun
May 25th 2009
10am-1pm
Do your bit towards helping the marine and coastal environment of the Fal but joining Cornwall Wildlife Trust on our beach clean.
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Historic Breeches Buoy Rescue!
May 25th 2009
12-3pm
Free family fun at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall.
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"Spy Quest" at Pendennis Castle
May 26th 2009 - May 31st 2009
10am-5pm
Follow the clues around the castle and try and crack the codes and ciphers to win your secret prize.
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Childrens Education Experience
May 26th 2009 - May 27th 2009
Half day marine experience with beach fun and education followed by a 2 hour Sea Safari with Orca Sea Safaris
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Up the Creek with the National Trust
May 26th 2009
Come and join National Trust wardens for an evening paddle to explore the Percuil River, taking you to the very heart of the hidden Roseland Countryside.
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Film on the Fal - Pirates of the Caribbean- Dead Man's Chest
May 27th 2009
10pm
For three nights of the festival we are turning the King Harry Ferry into a floating cinema.
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Film on the Fal - Jaws
May 28th 2009
10pm
For three nights of the festival we are turning the King Harry Ferry into a floating cinema.
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Bat Walk and Campfire Storytelling
May 29th 2009
7.30pm
An Evening with Victoria Field at Trelissick Gardens
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England Vs Brazil Football Match
May 31st 2009
2pm
Organised by A&P Falmouth, held at Penryn Football Club, featuring the crew of a Brazilian ship in port!
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Maritime Museum demonstrates ‘dying’ Art of the Bones
Jun 13th 2009 - Jun 14th 2009
As part of this weekend’s International Sea Shanty Festival in Falmouth the National Maritime Museum Cornwall is hosting special work shops demonstrating the art of one of the oldest instruments in the world – the bones.
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Merlin Family Fun Day at Trewithen Gardens
Jun 28th 2009
An all day event in aid of Merlin, full of country pursuits for all the family to enjoy.
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King Harry Charity Gig Race
May 29th 2010
The King Harry Charity Gig Race is a pursuit race down Ruan Creek back to the King Harry Ferry.
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C3…Cornwall Club’s & Charities!
May 29th 2010
“C3” – Showcasing Cornwall’s Club’s & Charities!
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Satin Painting :: Falmouth Art Gallery
May 29th 2010
Paint your favourite flowers and plants on a special satin material just like Amanda Richardson’s silk paintings.
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Visit Falmouth Lifeboat Station
May 29th 2010 - Jun 5th 2010
Enjoy a free guided tour of the Falmouth's lifeboats & their station.
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Falmouth Boat Jumble
May 30th 2010
New & used water sports equipment a great day out.
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Maenporth Beach RNLI Fun Day
May 30th 2010
Why not come and enjoy a day of fun for all the family with the RNLI on Maenporth Beach.
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Time Travellers Go... Secrets & Spies
May 31st 2010 - Jun 4th 2010
Ever wanted to become a spy?
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Shelterbox Charity Pub Quiz
Jun 2nd 2010
Join the charity pub quiz night on Wednesday 2nd of June in Events Square
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‘Make a show in a Day’ for 9-13 year olds
Jun 2nd 2010
Spend a day with Ollie and Angelina from Rogue Theatre!
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Escorted River Paddle & Beach BBQ
Jun 3rd 2010
The perfect, eco-friendly way to enjoy the tranquil, clear waters and natural theatre of Cornwall’s Carrick Roads and the River Fal.
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Youth Fal Dance ‘Cornwall’s Got Talent!'
Jun 3rd 2010
Catch an evening celebrating the best Youth Dance from the Fal area and the rest of Cornwall!
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Zumba Health Class
Jun 3rd 2010
Come and join the Party at Arts for Health Zumba class. Zumba is a high energy form of dance with a world/latin flavour.
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Castle to Castle Swim
Jun 6th 2010
Castle to Castle Swim is a 1 mile Open Water Swim held in aid of the RNLI between Pendennis Point and St Mawes Castle.
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St Mawes 10km Cross Country Run
Jun 6th 2010
St Mawes 10km Cross Country Run is held in aid of the RNLI and follows the coastal and inland footpaths around the Roseland Peninsula.
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5th Classic Sailing Pilot Cutter Review
May 23rd 2011 - May 29th 2011
Join the fun on the water at the 5th Classic Sailing Pilot Cutter Review. Price includes all food and accommodation on board.
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Live Performance from Truro School of Samba
May 27th 2011
Come and watch Cornwall's very own Samba band and Dancers
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Greenbank Fal River Festival Opening Ceremony
May 27th 2011
Come and join in the launch ceremony for the Greenbank Fal River Festival.
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"Make Your own Pasty!"
May 27th 2011 - Jun 5th 2011
Charlie Choak has been making Cornish pasties for over 50 years!
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Cornwall’s Clubs & Charities – “C3”
May 28th 2011
Cornwall’s charities and clubs are invited to take a pitch at Cornwall’s Clubs & Charities - “C3”, the community event at this year’s Greenbank Fal River Festival.
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Day Sail on the Lord Nelson
May 28th 2011 - May 29th 2011
This day sail aboard Lord Nelson is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the wonderful coastline of south Cornwall.
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Lovenature Cornwall nature walk
May 28th 2011
Lovenature Cornwall is all about reconnecting people and nature in Cornwall’s amazing natural environment.
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Safety at Sea Weekend
May 28th 2011
Join us for an RNLI-themed weekend, with demonstrations of life saving equipment, quizzes and a sea safety film showing in our lecture theatre.
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Breeches Buoy Rescue
May 28th 2011 - May 29th 2011
Hear the fascinating story of Cornishman Henry Trengrouse and his amazing rocket-line and breeches buoy invention.
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Secret Signal Flag Trail
May 28th 2011 - May 29th 2011
Discover the hidden message as you explore the museum.
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Fal River Walk
May 29th 2011
An ALL DAY walk around the river Fal from Falmouth to St Mawes
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2011 RNLI Castle to Castle Swim
May 29th 2011
The RNLI is delighted to host this one mile open water annual Swim as part of the Fal River Festival.
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BF Adventure’s charity abseil from the Maritime Museum
May 29th 2011
After last year's success charity BF Adventure will be running another charity abseil from the top of the Maritime Museum in Falmouth.
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Falmouth Boat Jumble
May 29th 2011
Find exactly what you’re looking for or sell your unwanted boat bits!
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Flushing Arts Week Community Art Workshops
May 29th 2011
This being the sixth year, the first outdoor workshop will take place on Sunday 29th May on the Bowling Green.
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Lovenature Cornwall nature walk
May 29th 2011
Lovenature Cornwall is all about reconnecting people and nature in Cornwall’s amazing natural environment.
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Fal River Run
May 29th 2011
The St Mawes 10k X Country Run is part of the Greenbank Fal River Festival and held on the afternoon of the Castle to Castle Swim.
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Time Travellers Go... Seafaring
May 30th 2011 - Jun 4th 2011
Set sail on a nautical adventure as you learn the ropes of seafaring, 1800s style.
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Escorted River Paddle & Beach BBQ
May 30th 2011
The perfect, eco-friendly way to enjoy the River Fal. The paddle party will leave Loe Beach at 5.30pm and head past Trelissick House, down the Truro River towards the King Harry Ferry. On return we will stop at Turnaware Bar beach and enjoy a BBQ supported by the Courtyard Deli.
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Lovenature Cornwall nature walk
May 30th 2011
Lovenature Cornwall is all about reconnecting people and nature in Cornwall’s amazing natural environment.
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Cornish Wildlife Voyage
May 31st 2011 - Jun 3rd 2011
Sail and wildlife spot on Eve a beautiful wooden pilot cutter, it’s a good time of year for basking sharks and dolphins
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‘Whodunnit?!’ A Miracle Theatre Workshop for Budding Detectives
May 31st 2011 - Jun 1st 2011
A half term workshop in live performance, comedy and cabaret for 8-15 yr olds. Highly influenced by Miracle Theatre’s brand new show, The Death of Sherlock Holmes, this workshop offers a chance for budding young comics and actors to develop their skills.
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Lovenature Cornwall nature walk
Jun 1st 2011
Lovenature Cornwall is all about reconnecting people and nature in Cornwall’s amazing natural environment.
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Make a show in a day for 9-13 year olds
Jun 1st 2011
Spend a day with three talented young performers from Near-Ta Theatre...
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Lovenature Cornwall nature walk
Jun 3rd 2011
Lovenature Cornwall is all about reconnecting people and nature in Cornwall’s amazing natural environment.
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Start of Azores-and-Back Ocean Yacht Race
Jun 4th 2011
The Azores-and-Back (AZAB) Ocean Yacht Race is the largest such event in the UK.
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Open Studio-choose a remarkable table top
Jun 4th 2011 - Jun 5th 2011
Join us in our riverside studio for a drink and choose your table top from my selection of remarkable wide boards of native timbers.
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Lovenature Cornwall nature walk
Jun 4th 2011
Lovenature Cornwall is all about reconnecting people and nature in Cornwall’s amazing natural environment.
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