29 March, 2012

Easter Events in West Cornwall

There are lots of great events to discover over the Easter holidays, all within a short drive of St Ives.
 
Trengwainton Easter Trail

Complete the Easter trail around this beautiful National Trust garden near Penzance and earn a tasty chocolate reward at the end. Held on the 6th, 8th and 9th April, 10.30am – 3pm £1.50 per Easter Trail entrant. 


Titanic the Musical at the Minack Theatre

A wonderful opportunity to watch this very special performance, with a backdrop of where the Titanic actually sailed on its way to Queenstown 100 year ago. Performances will be held on the 6th,7th,8th,9th,12th and 13th April with a centenary performance held on the 14th April at 10.20pm.


Consols Pool Model Boat Sailing Race

On Good Friday at 10.30am join the locals in this annual event at Consols Pool, St Ives. Located next to the round house at Hellesveor, sail your own non motorised model boat (£1 entry) or just sit back and take in the atmosphere for free. 


Trereife Easter Food & Craft Fair

This spectacular event is held on the 6th,7th,8th and 9th April 10.00am – 5.00pm. Lots of great activities to enjoy including, the grand Easter egg hunt, cooking demonstrations, funky food workshops, story tellers, magic shows and large marquees full to the rafters with food and crafts to purchase. Located on the outskirts of Penzance, admission for adults is £3.50, children £2 and under 5s free of charge. Family tickets are £9 (two adults and three children).