Falmouth Week is a family friendly festival in Cornwall with a full schedule of activities and entertainment carefully organised for every day of the week. Take the little ones, take the older ones, take everyone or just take the two of you in August and indulge in the true spirit of the town.
Things to do Katie Chown
Celebrate River Cottage's 20th birthday this year with the annual food fair in May which is going to be bigger and better than ever.
Classic Fodder Kayleigh Hardy
With every taste you could think of, Porthleven Food and Music festival suits all palates. And there's plenty of extra fun thrown in for the weekend.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
New-fangled ideas and old school fun for Easter in the South and West.
Things to do Katie Chown
Find your festive feelings in November and December. With a Christmas market filling most weekends in the lead up to Christmas, you’ll be fully prepared for the big day by the time you head home from your Isle of Wight holiday.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
Get into the festive spirit in Dorset this Christmas with our top four Christmas markets from across the county.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
Soak up everything Somerset has to offer in the festive season with our top pick of Christmas markets and fairs from across the county.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
As the leaves change colour and winter returns, the Isle of Wight continues to be a buzzing hub of activity for visitors and locals alike.
Things to do Anmarie Bowler
Yet another reason to make sure that at least part of your summer holiday is spent in Dorset, there are festivals a-plenty to add excitement to your visit.
Places to Go Becky Bye
From the running festival to a jazz weekend, the Isle of Wight is buzzing this June. Just in time for an out of season break with friends and family.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
When on holiday with my family I always like to visit a market or car boot sale if I can, to find that elusive treasure from a different part of the world to take home.
Places to Go Philip Eley
Keep up with all the events taking place on the Isle of Wight this May. Get outdoors at the annual walking festival or step back in time at the spring steam gala. Escape to the island this May.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
Wherever you end up in the South West this Easter there are things to do that will entertain all.
Things to do Becky Bye
Escape from the mainland this March to explore the island while its free of half term visitors. Take your pick of events across the Isle of Wight to keep you busy on holiday.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
The magic of Narnia transformed Killerton House in Devon into a magical family day out to remember.
Places to Go Philip Eley
See in the New Year with something special to see - these holiday cottages have views to feast your eyes on.
News & Offers Katie Chown
Find your groove from August through to October with these family friendly festivals and more mature musical events in Cornwall.
Places to Go Abby D
Shaldon is a fantastic village facing an attractive estuary with a small village charm but also a good range of shops, pubs and cafes. It lies in a sheltered valley and stares out at the larger town of Teignmouth which it is connected to by a bridge and a ferry.
Things to do Philip Eley
Want bucket loads of seaside charm? Head to Looe! Whether you decide to base yourself here, or pop over for a day trip, there are plenty of things to do to keep you busy here.
Things to do Abby D
St Ives is home to some of the greats. It’s currently the home of one of my personal greats; the Woodfired Canteen team. Find out what the fuss is about at their latest pop up on Porthmeor beach.
Classic Fodder Kayleigh Hardy
On the first Sunday of August each year a bunch of mad mountain bikers descend on the quiet villages and open moorland of Exmoor for a 30+ mile challenge. Sign up early as it’s always over-subscribed.
Things to do Liz Arnell
Join us for a sneak peak into the feast nights at Nancarrow Farm in Cornwall. A truly special experience to enjoy while on holiday in the county.
Classic Fodder Kayleigh Hardy
Find a festival, mark the date. Find a cottage, book the place. Here's our fave crazy events to visit on an annual basis.
Visitors' Book Katie Chown
Kingsbridge is an attractive market town in its own right, but it is most often seen as a good base from which to explore the spectacular surrounding area of South Hams.
Things to do Philip Eley
It's time to pop the champagne and pour yourself a glass of fizz after all your hard work this year. Celebrate Christmas and New Year in Somerset with these events.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
As the winter evenings draw near, Christmas is just around the corner. With bright lights, entertainment, festive fun and cheer, we have chosen five of the best ways to enjoy that magical Christmas atmosphere in Devon.
Visitors' Book Sadie Phillips
Take our advice, wrap up warm and make the most of the long nights, chilly weather and cosy Christmas lights. We have Christmas in Cornwall all wrapped up.
Visitors' Book Sadie Phillips
Visiting Devon in November? Remember, remember the 5th of November with one of these great firework displays.
Things to do Philip Eley
With Halloween just around the corner, are you ready to get seriously spooked? Here are six Cornish haunts to give you goosebumps.
Places to Go Abby D
Somerset brings apples and pumpkins together in an Autumn tumble of Halloween fun.
Things to do Katie Chown
There's a fun-filled week of activities planned if you're looking for things to do this Autumn halfterm in Cornwall - pumpkins feature quite a lot and there are plenty of Halloween plans.
Things to do Katie Chown
By the time the lights dimmed in the sky and the play drew to a close, the cast’s energy had filled every minute with a visual and auditory feast, which was appreciated by all ages in the audience.
Things to do Lizzie H
The historic Black Prince Flower Boat Procession traditionally took place to bid farewell to the winter cold and welcome spring sunshine – little wonder it’s so popular!
Things to do Lizzie H
At half past ten the mayor 'throws up' the silver ball, blessed in the holy well of St Eia, and the games begin...
Things to do Lizzie H
Christmas themed outings from wreath-making workshops to ice-skating safaris!
Things to do Becky Bye
Jumpin' Jehosaphats! Miracle pull it out the bag yet again.
Things to do Katie Chown
I am so proud of what I achieved and I doubt there is any place better to train than Cornwall
News & Offers Paula B
In this brilliant blog, a very pleased if not exhausted Chloe details their latest success.
News & Offers Lizzie H
Cornwall runner, Paula Brocklesby, charts her training for the London Marathon with runs in the south west
News & Offers Paula B
Cornwall runner, Paula Brocklesby, charts her training for the London Marathon with runs in the south west
News & Offers Paula B
A rip-roaring start to winter theatrics, the Ffitch Repertory Players present 'Dr Livingstone, I presume?'
Things to do Katie Chown
Finally, we are given the signal and – in true British fashion – the hordes of hardcore carnivores form an orderly queue: mouths watering, plates in hand.
Places to Go Sadie Phillips
Theatre really comes into its own when it’s performed on the road. Each summer in Cornwall, a myriad of makeshift stages spring up all over the county – some providing seating, but many simply on the beach or a patch of grass on which to spread your blanket. It’s an experience not to be missed.
Things to do Sadie Phillips
Velo Vintage sees hundreds of vintage and cycling enthusiasts come together and take time to ‘cycle, take tea, converse, and dress with style’. Forget lycra and hi-vis cycling wear, this is all about old-fashioned British style.
Visitors' Book Molly and the Princess
Live music, beautiful singing and puppetry, costume and trickery are all part of the watery journey that Miracle are inviting you to join this summer.
Things to do Rachel Wilson-Couch
Itʼs not what you would call a ʻhugeʼ festival, but itʼs all the more special because of that. If anything it feels like a huge family garden party, if only I had that garden!
Things to do James Chubb
It began to rain, and then it began to pour. The wind started gusting. Backdrops blew over and props flew away. The players had to grip their costumes to themselves and shout to be heard over the whistle of wind in their mics. But there can be no better place in the world to experience Shakespeare.
Visitors' Book Danielle Charles-Davies
Find the perfect cuttlefish...
Things to do Katie Chown
That's right, no wetsuits allowed...
Things to do Liz C
Here’s a fistful of Christmassey ideas for all the family to enjoy - events, lights, markets and much more in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Dorset.
Things to do Liz C
Falmouth is making history with a joint event that sees over 30 tall ships between Cornwall and London.
Things to do Katie Chown
Classic Property Owner, Andy Jukes, is taking on 290 miles of coastal path running over just ten days to raise money for Children's Hospice South West.
News & Offers Katie Chown
Well what are you waiting for? Go watch...
Things to do Katie Chown
Experience: Some ideas just seem to stick and, before you know it, you have a festival. Here is one of our favourites from north Cornwall. 3rd to 6th May 2013
Things to do Peter Kirby
The self-immolating chaos of flaming tar barrels.
Things to do Katie Chown
Ticket giveaway for an amazing outdoor experience.
News & Offers Katie Chown
The best places through Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Dorset to hold a special occasion with friends and family. We're thinking wedding party venues, but any special occasion is worthy of such a location.
News & Offers Katie Chown
There's nothing worse than being stuck inside during the school holidays, so here is some inspiration for Halloween themed things to do in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Dorset during October half-term.
Things to do Katie Chown
Feast on food and film this Autumn
Things to do Katie Chown
One of the few times you can get away with wearing lycra, be inspired by the world's top cyclists who are taking to the streets of Britain for the sake of a yellow jersey.
News & Offers Katie Chown