The Cornwall Guide 2016

Be a part of it:
A DIFFERENT
SETTING:
Many performances in Cornwall can be enjoyed
away from the traditional theatre format. Castles,
gardens, tents and tin mines all make fantastic
backdrops! In particular, catch Kneehigh performing
in their travelling big top, the Asylum, Trebiggan
Productions’ imaginative takes on Cornish tales and
Miracle Theatre’s touring performances.
www.kneehigh.co.uk
www.trebigganproductions.com
www.miracletheatre.co.uk
DON’T MISS:
For one week in spring, artists across the county welcome
visitors into their workspaces for Open Studios Cornwall.
Chat with artists, gain an insight into how they work and
what inspires them and take part in the many workshops
held all over Cornwall (28 May to 5 June 2016).
www.openstudioscornwall.co.uk
Join in at the Eden Sessions and the Port Eliot
Festival, learn the steps of the furry dance at a
village carnival, or experience the delights of one
of the many flower festivals. Cheer on the rowers
at a gripping coastal boat race and get a taste of
rural life at one of Cornwall’s agricultural shows,
whose dog and horse shows, displays of
tractors, farm animals, local produce and crafts
are always a big hit with all the family.
SCHOOL OF PAINTING
01872 261735 visitcornwall.com
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CORNISH
CREATIONS:
Krowji in Redruth is home to an eclectic community of
painters, jewellers, furniture makers, ceramicists and
textile artists who run a diverse selection of workshops
throughout the year.
www.krowji.org.uk/events-diary
In St Blazey, Mid Cornwall Galleries showcase a beautiful
collection of paintings, ceramics, wood and glass from
emerging and established artists based in Cornwall.
www.midcornwallgalleries.co.uk
The renowned St Ives School of Painting has been running
classes since the 1930s. Take part in their weekly life
drawing sessions or book in for a longer course to improve
your oil painting and watercolour skills. Kids can also take
part in a fun two-hour workshop.
www.schoolofpainting.co.uk