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summer events in Cornwall

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June 12, 2023 · 10 MIN READ

Summer is just around the corner so what better time to find out what’s on in the local area than now?

Below you will find a list of different events that are on throughout the summer months ranging from family friendly to foodie experiences and more. Have a read and see which take your fancy the most and fit into your plans.

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Rock Oyster Festival

where? Dinham House, St Minver, Wadebridge, PL27 6RH

when? 27th July – 30th July 2023

time? 12pm – 12am

how much? adult day tickets from £54, adults camping tickets from £155, teen day tickets from £38, teen camping tickets from £86, child day tickets from £22, child camping tickets from £44

other info:

  • Nile Rodgers & Chic, The Big Moon, Don Letts (DJ Set) & more
  • Food demonstrations from award winning chefs
  • Family entertainment

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The BIG Summer Shop Small Market

where? Lemon Quay, Truro, TR1

when? 18th August 2023

time? 9am – 4pm

how much? Free

other info:

  • Over 60 local trader stalls
  • Vintage stalls, food & drink, home and lifestyle
  • Entertainment and street food

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Falmouth Dragon Boat Race

where? The Working Boat, Harbourside, Greenbank Quay, Falmouth, TR11 2SR

when? 29th July 2023

time? 8.30am – 10.30am

how much? Free

other info:

  • third annual Dragon Boat Race
  • watch teams compete in canoe-like vessels
  • all in support of Man Down

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Kingsbridge Fair Week

where? Kingsbridge, TQ7 1NY

when? 15th July – 22nd July 2023

time? 9am – 5pm

how much? Free

other info:

  • Action packed week full of fun
  • Fun fair, fireworks
  • Dog show, raft race, big quiz and more

Newquay Beer Festival

where? Hendra Holiday Park, Lane, Newquay, TR8 3NY

when? 22nd September – 24th September 2023

time? 11am – 11pm

how much? tickets from £9.50

other info:

  • 10th charity Newquay Beer Festival
  • Pover 100 beers and ciders from across Cornwall
  • Entertainment on all weekend

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The Little Orchard Cider & Music Festival

where? Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm, Penhallow, Truro, TR4 9LT

when? 8th September – 10th September 2023

time? 12pm – 12am

how much? adult non camping £70, child non camping £15

other info:

  • Big live bands, silent disco, BBC Introducing stage
  • Huge range of ciders from across the UK
  • Food stalls, entertainment and more

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