What's on and where to go in Cornwall

This stunning exhibition will celebrate the rescue services who keep us safe at sea. A mix of large objects, stories, photography, film and artefacts offers you the opportunity to climb inside a Sea King search and rescue helicopter, get involved in a rescue, experience what it’s like when the worse happens and discover the heroes of our seas. Open daily 10am-5pm, seven days a week. Adults £9.50, Children (0-5) free, (6-15) £6.50, Senior (60+) £7.75, Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) £27.

Daily throughout May.10am-5pm. This year will be the 11th year the choughs have nested at Southerly Point.
Binoculars and telescope allow great close-up views of these Cornish crows as they fly to and from their nesting cave.  Watchpoint wardens can show you other wildlife in the area too, including seabirds and grey seals.
It may be necessary to close the Watchpoint in bad weather, and during periods of low tide if wardens need to protect the nest from disturbance.
If the watchpoint is closed, a notice board will detail the latest chough information. 8 www.cornishchoughs.org

Immerse yourself in 112 years of triumph and glory at an extraordinary exhibition celebrating Britain’s unique Olympic and Paralympic sailing heritage.

Developed by the RYA, in association with Our Sporting Life, discover how Great Britain cemented its place as the world’s most successful Olympic and Paralympic sailing nation through the captivating anecdotes, photographs and keepsakes of those heroes who made sailing history.

Our Sporting Life – Sail for Gold is the only exhibition in Cornwall approved by the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games, so it’s not to be missed.
 

Two-hour Gudied tours to this beautiful island and its marine nature reserve on 5th, 18th & 25th May and 3rd June

Visit www.cornwallwildlifetrust/islandwalks or call Sam Woon on 01872 273939

Ten days of entertainment featuring star names, talks, walks, theatre and concerts celebrating the town’s most famous literary resident, the author Daphne Du Maurier. 

www.dumaurierfestival.co.uk  for programme. Book your tickets at Bodmin Visitor Information Centre.
 

Climb aboard the historic replica of the tall ship John Cabot sailed from Bristol, when he discovered Newfoundland in 1497.  Meet the crew and discover the history of this magnificent vessel.
 
Day sails also available, find out more at www.matthew.co.uk or call 0117 9276868.
 

14:00 – 17:00. Also 17th. Abundantly-planted 1-acre cottage garden with interesting collection of plants. Wander along the meandering paths, sit awhile & enjoy the river views. Steep terrain. Price: Ad £3.50, Ch Free.  01208 872119.

Bring your tents and pitch up on the Cotehele Estate. Nightwalks, trails, workshops, treeclimbing, bush craft and much much more on this3 day event. Adult £65, child £45. BE - 01579 351346.