Why Winter in Cornwall is just as fun…

You’d be forgiven for thinking that Cornwall goes to sleep in the winter but in reality Cornwall is just as vibrant in the colder months’ as it is when the sun is cracking the rafters. Here are just a few reasons to pack the winter woollies and pay us a visit:

January

Toddle Tate

Tate St Ives – Every Wednesday until 22^nd Jan

At these fun hands-on sessions the under 5’s can play, explore, create and investigate art. Messy play, movement, stories, music and song all combine so that you and your little one can explore the gallery and artwork together.

Ice Skating at Eden

Eden Project – Until 2^nd March

The Eden Project’s beautiful ice skating rink remains open until the 2^nd March so as well as exploring the world’s largest indoor rainforest and braving the Aerial Walkway (Eden’s new attraction) you can take to the ice for some winter fun. Penguins are available for younger skaters.

Art Courses

St Ives School of Painting – Throughout January

St Ives School of Painting have a range of art courses available throughout January. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to expand your skills there are a great selection of courses on offer. Shorter workshops are also available so why not pop in for some life drawing or learn to sketch with your iPad.

The Healing Light Festival
Heartlands, Cornwall – 25^th & 26^th January

A showcase for Cornish based complementary therapists with talks and workshops all weekend. If you have an interest in alternative therapy this is one not to be missed. There will be Reiki, herbal medicine, aura soma therapy, shiatsu, reflexology, massage and much more.

February

Freaky Nature

Eden Project – 1^st February to 2^nd March

Exploring the dark side of plants this event promises fun for the whole family. Discover sticky plants, smelly ones, illegal ones and even carnivorous plants that may just take a bite!

Search & Rescue

National Maritime Museum – 1^st February to 16^th March

This blockbuster exhibition explores the heart-pounding world of search and rescue giving you an insight into the extraordinary people that risk their lives every day to save the lives of others. Climb aboard a sea king helicopter, explore a lifeboat, hit the ‘beach’ on a quad bike and experience the drama of a rescue.

Kevewi BIG Night Out

St Ives Guildhall – 8^th February

Without Limits presents Kevewi BIG Night Out with Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel ahead of their performance at the Royal Albert Hall. With a fantastic headline band, four other bands, cash bar and a great DJ this is one party you need to be part of.

St Ives Feast Day

St Ives Town Centre – 10^th February

An ancient tradition celebrating the anniversary of the consecration of the Parish of St Eia. Local school children dance through the streets, the town Mayor hurls the silver ball and whoever returns the ball to him at the stroke of midday receives a silver coin.

March

World Pasty Championship

Eden Project – 1^st March

Bakers and pasty makers from across the globe descend on The Eden Project to battle it out for the title of World Pasty Champion and the highly coveted Oggy Oscar. With entertainment throughout the day including live music, comedy and pasty themed fun this is a great day out for the whole family.

Art Courses

St Ives School of Painting – Throughout March

St Ives School of Painting have a range of art courses available throughout March. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to expand your skills there are a great selection of courses on offer. Life drawing classes are also available in the evenings.

Falmouth Spring Flower Show

Princess Pavilion – 29^th & 30^th March

Falmouth’s annual flower show returns with a stunning collection of rare and exotic plants. Gardening experts will be on hand to answer your questions and there will be beautiful floral displays, flower arranging and competitions to enjoy.

Kelly x