Spring is springing!
The sun has finally started to peek through and we are EXCITED. It’s been a very long, wet and windy winter, so the new season is extremely welcome here in Cornwall!
With that in mind, we have lined up some of our favourite, spring Cornish events for your diary this April & May to visit during your stay.
Give us a call today for more information, or book your stay online today!
Porthleven Food Festival
Porthleven Food Festival is an annual, award-winning, three-day celebration of all things delicious in the charming town of Porthleven, Cornwall on the 26th – 28th April 2024.
Teaming up with the talented chef Jude Kereama, this fantastic foodie fiesta is an absolute must for anyone who loves good food and great vibes. Created with love to honor Cornwall’s fantastic food and drink scene, boost the local community, and shine a light on important topics like the environment, food culture, and sustainable production.
Join the fun as thousands of food enthusiasts flock to Porthleven, gathering around the picturesque harborside for a feast for the senses. Get ready for a mouth-watering experience, packed with exciting chef demonstrations, live music, family-friendly fun, evening festivities, and so much more! It’s a whole-town takeover you won’t want to miss.
Padstow May Day – (‘Obby ‘Oss Festival!)
Let’s talk about the festive May Day at Padstow, which takes play on 1st May and where the spotlight is on the Padstow ’Obby ’Osses. They are adorable, round creatures designed to resemble real horses. There are two of these lovable ’Osses: the Red (Old) ’Oss and the Blue (Peace) ’Oss. Both are eager to dance through the lively streets of Padstow, accompanied by their own ’Oss parties. In a playful turn of events, each party dances in front of their charming beast, a fun ritual fondly known as teasing. When May Day arrives, Padstow turns into a haven of joy as the streets brim with cheerful crowds.
The buildings are beautifully adorned with fresh greenery, including young sycamore trees that signify the arrival of spring. As the day progresses, the unique “Day Song” fills the air. The lyrics and melody, exclusive to Padstow, celebrate the onset of summer and the rich heritage of this quaint Cornish town. The most exciting part is when the ’Oss symbolically “dies” in the chorus, dropping to the floor as the teaser attempts to bring him back. And just like magic, the ’Oss springs to life at the end of the chorus, dancing wildly into the crowd. As the celebrations wind down, the ’Osses are lovingly put away as their devotees serenade with a traditional song, beginning with “Farewell, farewell my own true love”.
English National Surfing Championships
Get ready for an adrenaline packed weekend! The English National Surf Championships returns to Watergate Bay on 4th – 6th May 2024.
One of the highlights of the UK surfing calendar, Cornwall has been home to the Surfing Nationals for many years and are always happy to welcome the annual event back to our shoreline! This event will see junior and senior shortboard, longboard, SUP and bodyboard divisions competing on the Watergate Bay waves. Don’t miss out on this awesome event for the whole family.
Tunes in the Dunes
Tunes in the Dunes 2024 Festival takes place over a a big ‘n’ bouncy weekend, between Friday 17th and Sunday 19th May 2024 on Perranporth beach. Don’t miss this unique fest that combines top bands, with sandy feet!
McFly headline Friday 17th May, Craig David Presents TS5 headlines Saturday 18th May, and Ocean Colour Scene headlines Sunday 19th.