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Exciting Events Are Happening In Cornwall In April 2023
14Apr

Exciting Events Are Happening In Cornwall In April 2023

April 2023 is set to be an exciting month in Cornwall, with a variety of events taking place across the county. From music festivals and sporting events to art exhibitions and comedy nights, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're looking for a fun day out with the family or a romantic evening with your partner, Cornwall has something to offer. So come and join us in April 2023 for some of the most exciting events happening in Cornwall!

The Big Easter Market 2023

Are you looking forward to the Big Easter Market 2023? Get ready to experience Truro in a whole new way! Taking place on Friday, April 7th and Saturday, April 8th, 2023, the Big Easter Market will be the perfect way to celebrate and enjoy the holiday season. With plenty of vendors selling handmade crafts and delicious food, there's something for everyone at this vibrant event. Don't miss out!

100 Stories at Bodmin Jail

Bodmin Jail is a historic building in the heart of Cornwall, England. It has been a prison for centuries and is now home to an exciting collection of stories from its past.

This April, jail visitors can experience something unique: 100 Stories at Bodmin Jail. This event will bring together history and storytelling in a way that’s never been done before. Guests will have the chance to explore the jail’s rich history through interactive exhibits and performances by local storytellers.

The event promises to be an unforgettable experience for all who attend, as they delve into the stories of those who lived and worked within these walls over hundreds of years. So if you’re looking for something exciting to do this April, make sure you visit Bodmin Jail and discover its 100 Stories.

National Garden Scheme Cornwall

April is an exciting month for those of us who love gardening and the National Garden Scheme Cornwall. As the days get longer, the gardens in Cornwall are bursting with colour and life. Whether you’re looking for a day out or a weekend away, there are plenty of opportunities to explore some of Cornwall’s most beautiful gardens. From traditional English country gardens to modern contemporary designs, there is something for everyone. The National Garden Scheme Cornwall offers regular events throughout April so that you can make the most of your garden visits. So why not come along and discover something new this April?

Easter At The Eden Project

Are you looking for something special to do this Easter? The Eden Project is the perfect place to spend your holiday with family and friends. From April 1st until April 16th, the Eden Project will be hosting a range of exciting activities and events that are sure to make your Easter even more enjoyable. From guided walks through the rainforest and interactive workshops about sustainability, to live music performances and family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone at The Eden Project this Easter.

Easter Adventure Quest At Pendennis Castle

April is a month of excitement and adventure at Pendennis Castle, where the Easter Adventure Quest takes place. With activities such as an Easter egg hunt, an Easter-themed quiz, and a chance to explore the castle's history, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience for all ages. As part of the quest, visitors must solve puzzles and challenges to progress through the castle. Along the way, they will be rewarded with chocolatey treats and other surprises. So if you're looking for something to do this April, join us at Pendennis Castle for an Easter Adventure Quest like no other!

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13Mar

Things Happening In March 2023 In Cornwall

Are you travelling to Cornwall or living in the area in the current month which is March? If the answer is yes, then this article is the right place to gather details of the events happening across the county.

The List Of Events

In March of this year, from my research, I have pulled in a few things that may interest you for your time in Cornwall. These events are as follows:

  • St Piran’s Day
  • The Eden Project’s Free Entry Offers
  • Falmouth Spring Flower Show
  • Night On The Edge

St Piran’s Day

What Is It?

St Piran’s Day is a day all about Saint Piran, hence the name, who is the patron saint of tin miners based in the area of Cornwall and, according to a legend, discovered the metal in black Cornish rocks! This discovery of tin brings the black and white flag, which looks like a similar design to St George’s Cross, just to give you an idea of how to identify this special day.

Events In Helston

In the town of Helston, their council has arranged an event called ‘Helston Bakes’ and a parade with lanterns. This event called ‘Helston Bakes’ is a baking competition that will take place between 4 pm and 5 pm and will involve the contestants baking Cornish food such as their famous pasties, heavy cakes, and Cornish splits.

Events In Porthleven

On St Piran’s Day, Porthleven, a small town in West Cornwall, will be holding a ‘pasty hunt’ where the competitors will be searching for over 20 mini waterproof ‘pasties’ that are hidden across the area. These ‘pasties’ will hold a voucher for any local businesses such as having 10% off any beverage you purchase from Porthleven Beer Seller.

Events In Penzance

In Penzance, a town also located in the western parts of Cornwall, they will welcome back the St Piran Furry, which will involve hundreds of school children dancing in the streets of the Cornish town. The Furry will start at 10:15 am at the top of the Causeway head and will travel through places such as Market Place, Parade Street, and St Mary’s Terrace and will end at Morrab Gardens.

The Eden Project’s Free Entry Offers

Another pair of events that will be taking place in Cornwall is the Eden Project’s offer on having free entries if some requirements are met. The Eden Project is a tourist attraction based in Cornwall and simulates temperatures and environments that are found across the world, such as the rainforest biome or the Mediterranean biome, so if you want to experience the climate of places like the Amazon or Mediterranean countries such as Italy or Morocco but do not have a passport to visit the real thing, then this is the place for you.

If you have a ticket for the National Lottery between the 18th and 26th of March, then you will be able to enter the attraction for nothing at all, which helps if you are wanting to go to places but are short on money. Also, on the 19th of March, Mother’s Day, you will be able to visit the Eden Project for free, so if you want to treat your mum to something special, then you have the opportunity right here!

Falmouth Spring Flower Show

The next event we will discuss is the Falmouth Spring Flower Show, which will happen in the later stages of the month on the 25th and 26th of March. This will be held at the Princess Pavilion in Falmouth, a town located on the coast of Cornwall and south of Truro, and will display the many flowers and plants found in spring like the many different orchids, bonsai trees, and any locally grown flowers.

Are you a fan of gardening? If so, come and join the event, this is perfect for you, especially if you do not want to visit major cities like London for these kinds of shows.

Night On The Edge

Nearing the border between Cornwall and Devon, Cremyll presents Night On The Edge, a running event that will take place at 6 pm under a full moon. Do not worry about the risks that you may think this will cause as you will be covered by professional first aid, parking, chip timing, and a marshalled course; you are in safe hands! This will last 3 hours and you and your fellow runners will travel on a scenic but challenging route through Cawsand and finish at Rame Head Chapel. If your children are willing, you can bring them along for the races that are designed for a younger age group, but you have to stay with them as required by the organisation that provides this event.

There are several different races to choose from, including a 10K marathon that costs 21 pounds per ticket, a half marathon that costs 28 pounds for a ticket, and the Kid’s 2K race which costs 8 pounds to participate in. There are discounted tickets for people who are in teams, however, which helps people who want to participate in a group.

Overall

In conclusion, I believe that there is something for everyone in the county of Cornwall, from people who are relaxed to active people and from being local to being from afar. Thank you for reading my article today!

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13Mar

How To Make The Perfect Cornish Pasty

The Cornish Pasty is an excellent example of England’s cultural heritage, being recognised as early as 1300 AD and being the signature food of Cornwall. The word comes from the Old French and Vulgar Latin words paste and pasta. Due to the meat filling that was popular in pasties of the time, these were foods reserved for the wealthy and even royalty. 

What Makes A Pasty A Cornish Pasty?

The iconic Cornish pasty came about due to the ingenuity of the Cornish tin miners’ wives. This is due to the design allowing this nutritious meal to be portable and dense, allowing it to be carried into the mines and keeping its warmth for hours. Due to it being primarily eaten by working-class families, meat was scarce and would only be eaten on certain occasions. Therefore, vegetables such as swede and potatoes comprised most Cornish Pasties.

The ‘D’ shape with crimped edges created sturdy handles that made them portable and robust, which was useful to miners. An unofficial - but very humorous - requirement of a Cornish pasty is for the pasty to be strong enough to withstand a drop down a mineshaft. To fit this bizarre requirement, barley flour is usually used to make a hard, dense pastry that can also retain heat.

How You Can Make A Cornish Pasty

The Filling:

  • 400g of beef skirt that has been cut into cubes.
  • 300g of peeled and diced potato (preferably Maris Peer).
  • 150g of yellow-fleshed swede that has been peeled and diced.
  • 150g of peeled and diced onion.

Homemade Shortcrust Pastry:

  • 500g of strong bread flour, like barley flour.
  • 120g of lard.
  • 125g of butter.
  • 175ml of cold water.
  • 1 tsp of salt.

The Method:

  1. Add salt to the bread flour in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Rub the lard and the butter together lightly into the bread flour until it looks like breadcrumbs.
  3. Add water and bring the mixture together. Knead until the pastry turns elastic. This will take longer than usual due to the strong bread flour.
  4. Cover and leave to rest in the fridge for 3 hours.
  5. When rested, roll out the pastry and cut it into circles roughly the size of a side plate, or approximately 20cm in diameter.
  6. Add the vegetables and meat on top of the pastry, making sure to add seasoning as you go
  7. Fold the pastry and crimp the edges together.
  8. Glaze with an egg and milk mixture.
  9. Bake for roughly 50 - 55 minutes at 165 degrees Celsius.
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20Feb

Seaside Treats You Can Find In Cornwall

Cornwall is an area well known for its beaches, surfing, and fantastic views. But whether you are out ruling the waves or just relaxing, at some point you’ll want a bite to eat. Luckily for you, Cornwall sports some of the best cuisines at the seaside that one can get.

Fish And Chips

The national classic, but where would be better to eat it than at the seaside where it was caught just hours ago, lovely and fresh? Whether it’s cod, haddock, or any other fish, they’ve got it fresh in, and with an assortment of extras such as homemade chips, homemade sauces, lemon, and peas to really perfect the dish. Check out our blog post on the best Fish and Chip shops in Cornwall here. 

Shellfish

Cornwall is an excellent area for smaller seafood delicacies, such as scallops, lobster, mussels, and especially crab. All of the items are locally caught and are renowned for their taste, even compared to other coastal areas that specialise in seafood cuisine.

Rock

Made of sugar and glucose syrup, rock is a seaside classic. Handcrafted by experts, the sugary treat comes in many different flavours, colours, and lengths, it is gluten-free and vegetarian. Although rock originates from Blackpool, it is still readily available at the seaside across the country, including the many sweet shops in Cornwall.

Ice Cream

Available anywhere and everywhere, ice cream is a staple treat that we all know and love, but it gets even better when you can get it fresh and with no preservatives. Cornwall has no shortage of ice cream parlours, and the producers are local, ensuring that you only get the best. Not to mention that Cornwall has its own speciality ice cream, which although you can buy across the nation, can only get better when you’re at the source. If you’re an ice cream lover, then our list of the best ice cream parlours is the perfect guide. You can find it here.

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20Feb

Top 7 events in Cornwall February 2023

In the Dead of Winter: A Murder Mystery at the  Museum

Are you into museums and murder mysteries? If so, the Royal Cornwall Museum in Truro has you covered between Friday 9th December and Monday 13th February 2023 as it holds its “In The Dead of Winter: A Murder Mystery at the Museum” event. In 1821 the museum’s curator was murdered, it is now 1921 and you are tasked with finally solving the case by exploring the museum and searching for all the clues to find the culprit.

All ages are welcome, museum entry is £7.50 for an annual pass, under 18s are free, and the murder mystery trail is £2

There is an extra special murder mystery on Friday 24th of February between 6pm and 8pm with new clues and a new culprit. Tickets are £5.

Cornish Mythology Talk

To celebrate national storytelling week, Wheal Martyn is hosting a day of droll telling (droll is traditional cornish for story) on February the 5th between 11am and 3pm.

‘Rise and Fall’ Exhibition

Between Wednesday 1st February and Sunday 12th February, the Gray Wharf gallery is hosting the ‘Rise and Fall’ exhibition in Peryn. The exhibition is free to attend by all and hopes to inspire and immerse the audience with Janet Holland’s artwork and painting process, followed by a sound piece commissioned by Amy Lawrence and Shallal dancers

Will Page at St Endellion Church

Listen to folk music? Then it’s likely that you’ll have heard of Will Page. The singer, songwriter, and musician plays at St Endellion Church on Saturday 11th February starting at 7:30 pm. For just £15 per person, Will is expected to put on an outstanding show, which is something he is experienced in as he has been able to capture crowds at both the Isle of Wight Festival and Glastonbury as part of his band Noble Jacks. Feel free to book here.

Cornwall Pride 2023 launch and Moonbow Gala

The event that really is open to anyone and everyone, Cornwall kicks off Pride on Saturday 4th February with a three-course gala dinner, with a DJ and a ‘money can’t buy’ auction. The event takes place between 6:30pm and 11pm at the Royal Cornwall Museum in Truro. Tickets are £45.

St Ives Feast Day 2023

On Monday the 6th of February at 10:30am a silver ball will be hurled towards a mass of children and teenagers, who will play a rugby-like game, which is won at 12am when the youngster still holding the ball hands it over to the town mayor. Spectators are welcomed and the town itself hosts a range of family-friendly activities, stalls and other events. If you arrive early, at 9:30am there is a blessing ceremony at St Ia’s Holy Well.

On Sunday the 5th of February, there is also a Mayor’s parade and church service.

For more information, follow this link.

St Columb Major Hurling of the Silver Ball 2023

Fancy a bit of rough’n’tumble yourself? In the town of St Columb Major on Tuesday the 21st of February at 4:30pm an adults match of Cornish hurling will take place, which ends when either one team scores the silver ball in their trough or the ball is taken outside of the parish’s 20 square mile boundaries. In the evening at 8pm, everyone gathers up and spends the night in the local pubs, in which patrons are invited to taste the ‘silver beer’ - a gallon jug with the silver ball submerged inside.

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12Jan

New Attractions In Cornwall For 2023

With most events and activities over the past 3 years being postponed or toned down, it's no surprise that people are eager to return to normality here in Cornwall. A colourful variety of attractions will be available to the public in 2023.

St Piran’s Day 2023

St Piran is the patron saint of Cornwall, and also the patron saint of tinners due to his discovering the properties of tin and leading the Cornish people to have a prosperous future. This event is celebrated all over Cornwall, but the biggest gathering has to be the march at Perranporth Beach. St Piran is renowned for his drinking, which is reflected perfectly in the celebration’s singing, dancing and all-around partying. There are several events leading up to the 5th of March, some being up to a week before during perrantide.

Cornish Hurling

Hurling is a tough, rugby-like game that takes place all over Cornwall and thoroughly celebrates Cornish culture to the fullest. It involves a silver-coated wooden ball, 2 goals, and a game boundary of an entire parish. The biggest event is in St Columb Major on the 21st of February. With the game being an hour long, it's no surprise that after it is over, both teams put the game aside and share a gallon jug of beer with the silver ball submerged in it, called the ‘silver beer’.

Obby Oss 2023

Celebrating the Celtic festival of Beltane and the approach of summer, this colourful event takes place in the streets and harbour of Padstow. The wholly Cornish festival starts at 10 am on the 1st of May, and ends at midnight by singing the traditional Padstow ditty, the ‘May Song’. Locals dress up in white outfits with bluebells and ribbons and parade 2 red and blue stylised horses in elaborate masks, called ‘Osses’ With thousands already set to go see the festival this year, will you join them?

Fowey Festival 2023 (Daphne du Maurier Festival)

This is the primary cultural and literary festival in Cornwall, with many authors, poets and songwriters planning to come to the festival this year. This is located in several venues across the southern coastal town of Fowey. It is home to the Fowey Art Trail, the biggest art event Fowey has ever hosted. You follow the trail to see arts and crafts exhibitions around the town. 

Last year’s event features the literary giant, Micheal Morpurgo along with other talks, performances and events.

Royal Cornwall Agricultural Show 2023

This show is enjoyed by celebrities, royalty, locals and people all around the country. It is held between the 8th and 10th of June in the town of Wadebridge. Many different animals are proudly on display at the festival, such as cows, pigs, sheep and more. The pinnacle of the show, the grand cattle parade, is viewed by thousands. Trade stands can be found around the venue selling amazing food locally produced in Cornwall, along with award-winning honey and beeswax products aiming to get another award this year.

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12Jan

The Best Water And Theme Parks In Cornwall

Whether you are a thrill seeker, or you are looking for a fun day out for the family, in this blog post, we will talk about all of the best water and theme parks for you to go to whilst you’re in Cornwall. 

Oasis Fun Pools

Located in Newquay, this swim zone will quench your thirst for a good swim, mixed with a thrill. Oasis Fun Pools have three different water flumes, ranging from a gentle slide for all the family to enjoy, to a more thrilling ride. The other two flumes include the “aqua whizz flume” for those with a need for speed. If that's not exciting enough for you, then why not have a go at the superflume, which is a whopping 265ft high! As well as these flumes, they also have a river rapid ride and a giant tap feature. 

Since the park is open from 11 am - 6 pm, you may get a bit peckish, but not to worry! Oasis fun pools have many different food options available to you, as well as a full bar. The Terrace Bar and Restaurant is open from 8 am, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. If you fancy a takeaway option, then you could visit Mario’s Pizzeria or the Fish and Chip Shop. 

Camel Creek

Camel Creek in Helston is the perfect theme park for all the family, with rides for both kids and adults, as well as many different animals to go and see. Camel Creek has some amazing rides to keep the kids busy including their “wave rider” swinging chairs, and Swampy’s Drop, which is a free fall ride, but for the little ones. Of course, no theme park would be complete without the teacups, or in this case “Dinas Dancing Flowers.”

There are also multiple options for those of you out there who prefer coasters and more thrilling rides, then the Thunder Canyon area of the park is perfect for you. “Air Bender” is a family coaster with plenty of drops and turns to keep you wanting more.  I mentioned “Swampy’s Drop” earlier as a kid's attraction, well for you big kids out there, Camel Creek has Vertigo, which is a 50ft free-fall drop, taking you from the sky to the ground in just seconds. 

Hidden Valley 

This unique park is full of puzzles, mazes and mystery. Located in Launceston, this theme park is perfect for brainiacs and those that love a fun challenge. Their puzzle trails are suitable for any age, with ones available for the kids, and more difficult ones for the adults to get their brains going, not to mention the beautiful scenery throughout the park.

Another attraction at the Hidden Valley is Tremuddlewick, a miniature village filled with surprises. You will often find the house doors shaking from the electricity produced by the unpredictable windmill in the village. Another great attraction here is the Forbidden Mansion. Filled with twisty hallways and upside-down floors, the mansion is sure to produce some great laughs. 

One of the things that the puzzle park is known for is its famous maze. The Maze is created from over 4,000 beech trees and if you manage to make it to the middle, then you will reach the treehouse and will be able to look over the whole of the park. Hidden Valley truly is one of those places where you can make memories that will last a lifetime. 

Retallack Aqua Park 

If you love watersports, then Retallack Aqua Park has everything you could possibly want. Start your day off with their Flow rider, Cornwall's only year-round surfing wave.  Everyone aged 8 and above can have a go at this, even if you have no previous surfing experience. This is also a great option for those of you who don’t fancy going into the great big sea for your first surfing experience. 

You can also have a go at wakeboarding at the park. They have recently built a brand new wake station, along with two kickers and a slider. They provide all the safety equipment and they also have many fantastic instructors on hand to help you out along your way. If you are new to the sport then the instructors can show you along your way and you will soon be a pro. 

The biggest attraction at Retallack water park is its inflatable water course. This watercourse is available to anyone aged 6 years and over. It is a great activity for birthday parties, hen and stag do’s, and a great team building exercise. Bounce your way through the course and feel safe knowing that lifeguards are on hand in case anything goes wrong. 

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24Nov

Christmas Events And Activities In Cornwall

Here in Cornwall, Christmas celebrations are in abundance for all ages and backgrounds with events stretching from early November to Christmas Eve. Having events all across the county, we were spoilt for choice, but here is our pick for the best Christmas activities in Cornwall.

Cornwall Christmas Fair At The Eden Project

The Eden Project’s Christmas fair is known for being the biggest Christmas Fair in Cornwall, with 70 local and international stalls, you’ll never run out of things to do. This makes it the perfect time for Christmas shopping and a great day out for the whole family to get into the Christmas spirit. Tickets include lunch, wine, and free admission for the 23rd and 24th of November. Proceeds from the sales will go towards Cornwall Community Foundation, helping the local community through the winter and beyond. 

White Christmas: The Musical

Irving Berlin’s classic musical is coming to Cornwall this winter, making it a great family-friendly experience. This heartwarming romantic comedy features classic Christmas songs like Blue Skies and, of course, White Christmas. This musical is visually impaired and deaf-friendly, with some performances having a sign language interpreter and a real-time description of the performance through headphones so nobody can miss out on the festive cheer. The musical is running from the 12th to the 19th of November.

Children's Christmas At The Dracaena Centre

Located in the heart of Falmouth, this celebration is welcome for all ages and includes party games, gifts, and a special appearance by Santa. This provides a chance for parents to wind down whilst the children are enjoying themselves. The event is on the 18th of December from 1 PM to 4 PM and is family-friendly. 

Mousehole Christmas Lights

This popular, family-friendly location attracts thousands of visitors each Christmas and is one of the best areas for Christmas events in Cornwall. With picturesque scenes across the village highlighted by the vibrant lights draped across the houses. With displays highlighting Cornwall’s history and heritage such as sea serpents and whales. The attraction is community made and run by purely volunteers.

Santa By Steam

Hosted by Bodmin and Wenford Railway, this magical train ride allows children to experience true Christmas magic on a beautiful old-fashioned train, allowing them to see Santa and have their photo taken with him. This train is suitable for wheelchairs and features Christmas-themed arts and crafts activities, along with each child receiving an age-relevant gift.

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24Nov

The History of Cornwall

Compared to the rest of the British Isles, Cornwall is known for its unique heritage and culture due to its independence until the 10th century. Cornish culture is celebrated for its independent mindset and stout ideals in the face of change. This makes the Cornish people hard-working and resilient. The Cornish language is vastly different from its English counterpart, this is due to Cornwall having a Brittonic language of the Celtic language family, much like Welsh, Irish and Scottish. 

Cornwall is renowned throughout the Isles for its unique mining culture due to the large tin deposits found in the region. The historical significance of such a small part of the British Isles is felt widely throughout the world, as the Cornish helped revive the English language and also being on the forefront of mining technology, which allowed the growth of several economies around the world. This small section of Cornish history already makes it worthy of such study and fame.

From First Settlement To The Roman Occupation

The area of Cornwall has been permanently inhabited by humans for over 10,000 years, with several settlements in the region having been found mining the rich Cornish tin deposits, showing how prominent the mining culture is in the region. Fragments of Cornish culture have been found off the coast of modern Israel through shipwrecks dating to this period, with explorations of the region dating back to roughly 60 BCE with the mention of the land by the Greek historian Diodorus Siculus, and the land being called ‘Belerion’ by the Greeks and Romans with the latter Occupying Cornwall and the Celtic people that lived there. 

The Cornish-inspired architecture was built by the Romans using uniquely Roman materials. These buildings were separate from the rest of the isles and demonstrated a Cornish culture prevalent on the island. At this time, Cornwall was also known for connecting the British Isles to mainland Europe through the English Channel, showing its significance and benefit. 

Cornwall in the Dark Ages

Devon and Cornwall held out against the Germanic conquest and settlement of Britain by the Saxons, Angles, and Jutes as the Kingdom of Dumnonia. Cornwall still kept close cultural ties with Ireland, Wales, and Brittany due to their Gaelic heritage and stood together against the Saxon threat. As the Kingdom of Dumnonia ceased existing at the beginning of the ninth century, the Kingdom of Cornwall prevailed and remained independent but far more cut off from cultural contacts. However, while Cornwall was independent, its borders shark considerably throughout the years and eventually was confined by the river Tamar

.Eventually, the Cornish people were subjugated by the Anglo-Saxons by the mid-tenth century. Although occupied, Cornish culture remained prevalent in the region, and the language was still widely spoken. Through the use of the Catholic Church, Cornwall was slowly anglicized through the appointment of English priests in the area.

From William the Conqueror to Oliver Cromwell

William the Conqueror appointed survivors of the Cornish royal line to prominent positions of leadership in Cornwall. The Normans built castles in the region, and the town that grew around Launceston Castle would go on to be the capital of the county. The Cornish were paramount in the translation of the Bible into English, with John of Trevisa being particularly important. This work brought the English language back from the verge of extinction back into relevance. Even by the 15th century, the Cornish language continued to be spoken and used in the region. the Tudor dynasty began suppressing Cornwall’s unique status through the use of administrative centralization.

In 1549, the Cornish people revolted against the English. This revolt was orchestrated by resentful tin miners due to the increased taxes put on the Cornish to help fund the levy of an army to go against Scotland. This caused significant financial hardships for them and intruded on a special Cornish tax exemption. The rebellion would be defeated at the Battle of Deptford Bridge. During the English civil war, Cornwall acted almost as a royalist enclave in the Parliamentarian south. This was due to the strong Cornish identity which saw the king as the protector of their privileges. 

 From the Victorian era to modern-day Cornwall

In the Victorian era, Cornwall was at the forefront of mining expertise and innovation. However as tin became increasingly scarce, Cornishmen emigrated to areas like the Americas and Oceania where their experience was in very high demand. This era was the peak of Cornish smuggling to avoid import fees by utilizing Cornwall’s rugged coastline. The Jamaica inn was famous for its involvement in the smuggling business.

With the revival of interest in Cornish culture in the 20th century, more people began to run for power to serve the interests of the people of Cornwall. Recently, Cornish became an ethnicity recorded in the national census in 2001 and gained minority status in 2004. This shows the slow revival and appreciation of the Cornish people and the Cornish culture which is still happening to this day. 

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Adult Halloween Events In Cornwall 2022
07Oct

Adult Halloween Events In Cornwall 2022

It’s that time of the year, and if you wish to get your spooky on and have some mad fun, then Cornwall is the place to be. In Cornwall, Halloween is not just a one-day celebration; it’s an entire season where people of all ages get to put on their scary costumes and have fun attending some of the most fun parties.

This year, you can choose your favourite from a series of fun and terrifying events that will take place in Cornwell. The fun thing about celebrating Halloween in Cornwell is that the adults are not left behind. Below are some fun-filled and spooky events that adults can enjoy during the 2022 Halloween in Cornwell.

The Witches Afternoon Tea At The Headland Cornwall

Due to demand, the Witches Afternoon Tea at The Headland Cornwall is back. This is an afternoon tea and dinner event for people of all ages. Of course, if you love some spooky, witchy stuff. The event will take place every day from 1st to 31st October. Enjoy a quality and frighteningly good fun time with friends and family at the set of one of the popular 90s classic witch movies. There will be a lot of terrifying treats to try out if you dare. Get to witness the visit from the Grand High Witch on the 1st and 2nd, 8th & 9th and from the 15th-30th of October.

Dead Days Tours At Bodmin Jail

This tour is a freaky yet fascinating event that entails a creepy tour of the Bodmin jail. This tour will cover Victorian spiritualism and contacting the dead. The tour takes place every Monday and Tuesday in October and November 2022. The history of the Bodmin jail is terrifying, with it being where over 50 executions have taken place. Also, the miserable living conditions for inmates make the place even more creepy, giving a spooky atmosphere. One can attend the event if you are over 16 years old, making it great for adults.

Halloween Maze Of Horrors At The Cornish Maize Maze And Fun Farm

If you are looking for a horrifying experience, this is an event in Cornwall that you don’t want to miss. Taking place on 29th October 2022 in a real maize maze with real scare scenes. The event will have everything to keep your adrenaline rushing and heart thumping hard. This is not an event for the fainthearted, as something scary might pop up in front of you in the middle of the maize maze. You can also enjoy a barbecue with friends. It’s a lot of fun.

The Dark Gathering In Boscastle

This event will take place on Saturday, 29th October 2022, from 2 pm at the Upper overflow car park, Boscastle, near Tintagel. If you are into partying and enjoy frightening and scary scenes, this is the place to be. Enjoy traditional folklore and mingle with hundreds of people carrying horse skulls and wearing terrifying garbs. This creates a scary but fun experience.

Hauntlands Screamfest Adult Event At Heartlands

This is a fun-packed gruesome party event with live-action frights that will leave you and your friends screaming. This event takes place on Saturday 26th October. The kids’ part starts from 2 pm to 5 pm, and the adults’ events start from 7 pm to 11 pm. Here, you can participate in several challenges and get a limited-edition badge. The event will also have a costume competition where the one who dresses to impress with the most wicked Halloween costume will be titled the scariest of them all.

Cornwall is the place to be if you want to have several fun activities to do during the Halloween season. You can get affordable and comfortable accommodation at the twice as nice beach chalets and enjoy yourself with friends and family while waiting for the events to unfold.

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