Falmouth is the best place to see cruise liners in Cornwall. The 2013 Cruise ship season begins in Falmouth on the 11th of April with the arrival of the cruise ship Discovery. There are 34 cruise liner visits to the
Red Arrows display team return to Falmouth, Cornwall in 2013
Where to see the Red Arrows display team in 2013. Fantastic news for Falmouth and Cornwall. The Red Arrows display team will return to Falmouth on Wednesday 14th August 2013 at 6.15pm. Having last appeared in 2011 this is another
Where and when is the BBC Antiques Roadshow in Falmouth?
The BBC’s Antiques Roadshow will take place in Falmouth’s National Maritime Museum at Discovery Quay next to Events Square on Thursday 13 September 2012. Where is the National Maritime Museum in Cornwall? Fiona Bruce together with recognised experts from the
Splash – Falmouth Arts Festival
Falmouth has a rich history of arts and crafts and is becoming ever more popular with local artists and craftsman. University College Falmouth has built a reputation as one of the country’s leading colleges for students wishing to study art,
The Blades aerobatic display team at Falmouth Week 2012
On Wednesday night the 2012 Henri Lloyd sponsored Falmouth Festival Week continued the trend of hosting daring aerial displays with The Blades aerobatics team thrilling the crowds over the inner harbour. Last year’s stunning aerial display was given by the
What sailing regattas can be seen in Falmouth in 2012?
Even by Falmouth’s historic hosting of quality regattas and sailing events this year offers a spectacular sailing program. The absence of last year’s successful Azores and Back Race (AZAB) race from this year’s calendar is unlikely to detract from one
J Class yachts racing in Falmouth Bay
Four ‘J’ Class yachts, Velsheda, Ranger, Lionheart and Rainbow competed in a series of races between the 26 and 30 June 2012 in the waters of Falmouth Bay extending from St Anthony’s Head to Porthoustock on the Lizard. These J
Pendennis Cup sailing event 2012
The Pendennis Cup is held every 2 years in Falmouth waters and organised by the world reknown luxury yacht builder Pendennis shipyard. In 2012 the event is scheduled between the 2 and 7 July with daily racing taking part from
Where can I watch the J Class yachts racing from Falmouth?
Falmouth is hosting the J Class regatta between the 26 and 30 June 2012. Following on closely from the Falmouth Finn Festival featuring double Olympic gold medalist Ben Ainsley in May this is yet another prestigious sailing regatta event to
Falmouth Finn Festival
Falmouth Bay has been the location for the Open UK National Championships for the Finn Class between 5 and 7 May 2012. This is an annual event attracting up to 50 boats to a series of 7 races. The event
What’s that old ship in Falmouth harbour?
The Matthew has once more returned to Falmouth and is offering people the opportunity to sail aboard her on selected day trips during April and May. The Matthew is a replica of the ship that in 1497 John Cabot sailed
Is there a fine food and craft fair in Cornwall over Easter in 2012?
Yes, locally produced food, beer, wine and cider as well as food demonstrations, craft demonstrations and unique art works will all be at Trereife House from Good Friday, 6 April, to Easter Monday, 9 April 2012. Trereife House is near
When and where will the Olympic Torch be in Falmouth?
The Olympic Torch comes to Falmouth on 19 May 2012, the first day of its travels through Britain. It is due to arrive in Falmouth at 10:53am and will visit the streets listed below before heading off to Truro, arriving
When is the International Sea Shanty Festival held in Falmouth in 2012?
The International Sea Shanty Festival will be held in Falmouth on 15 to 17 June 2012. There are 29 acts taking part, raising funds for the RNLI. Click the link for more information, including images and video, on Falmouth.
What events are there in Falmouth in 2012?
There are a number of varied and exciting events taking place in Falmouth during 2012. Some of the main events are listed below: 17 to 25 March – Falmouth Spring Festival 4 to 18 May – Finn Gold Cup and
When is St Piran’s Day?
St Piran’s Day is 5 March, the national day for Cornwall. There are celebrations throughout the county and a processional play is enacted across the dunes to St Piran’s Oratory (shown right) and onto the nearby ruins of St Piran’s
When does the daffodil picking start in Cornwall?
It varies, depending on the weather and the variety of daffodil, but the daffodil picking season often starts in January in Cornwall. The mild climate makes Cornwall one of the top producing counties for daffodils in the UK. It is
When are the World Bellyboarding Championships held?
The World Bellyboarding Championships are held annually at Chapel Porth on the first Sunday in September. The competitors ride the surf on traditional wooden bellyboards. Entry is free and anyone can take part. The only rules are wooden boards, no
Where are the World Bellyboarding Championships held?
The World Bellyboarding Championships are held annually at Chapel Porth on the north coast in Cornwall. The event was featured on the TV series “Cornwall with Caroline Quentin“. Click the links for more information, including images, videos and maps, on:
Where does the Olympic Torch arrive in Britain?
The Olympic Flame arrives in Britain at RNAS Culdrose in Cornwall on 18 May 2012. The Royal Naval Air Station is located on the Lizard peninsula, not far from Land’s End where the Olympic Torch Relay will start on Saturday