Taking place from Friday 24 May until Sunday 2 June, The Greenbank Fal River Festival celebrates life on the River. The programme encompasses a diverse range of events showcasing the very best the area has to offer from the worlds of art, music, history, food, theatre, storytelling, sports and adventure.

For the next three years, The Greenbank Hotel will be the headline sponsor of the event, a collaboration that demonstrates the role of vibrant community events in enhancing the areas reputation as a world-class destination for visitors and locals alike.

Ben Young Managing Director of The Alverton and The Greenbank said: “The Fal River Festival has long been a key date in the diary throughout the region and we are delighted to now be able to work even closer with all our friends at Fal River. As headline partners we hope to make the new Greenbank Fal River Festival bigger and better than ever, and for years to come!”

The 10 day festival will launch with the iconic Beer Fleet on Friday 24 May, which sees a flotilla of boats of all shapes and sizes sailing from Truro straight to The Greenbank for the grand opening.   

For the first time in 2019, the popular opening night celebrations will be hosted by The Greenbank in an event marquee on the hotels private quay. Festival goers can enjoy free entry, delicious food, plenty of brews and live music set against stunning vista of Falmouth Harbour.

Festival Coordinator, Amy Brocklehurst said, “We are delighted to welcome The Greenbank Hotel on board as our headline sponsor. The three year partnership will really enable us to take the festival to the next level.“

“The combination of its vibrant cultural offer and outstanding natural environment is what gives this part of Cornwall a unique creative edge and an international profile. We are thrilled to be working with the team at The Greenbank who share our vision and passion for the Fal River area.”

The Greenbank Fal River Festival runs from Friday 24 May to Sunday 2 June.To find out more about the line-up of events, follow the festival on the social media /falriverfestival