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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!

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.