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What's on in Carnbargus

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Workshops & Classes

Around £49

Cornish Welcome Wreath Workshop

What You’ll Learn The ancient tradition of weaving flowers and foliage into a circle with no beginning or end has long symbolised the cycle of life, the changing seasons and our connection with the natural world. Join us in celebrating the beauty of the Cornish summer as you create your own living wreath inspired by this enduring tradition. With relaxed, step-by-step guidance, you’ll create a beautiful partly living Cornish welcome wreath using miniature Cornish plants, seasonal foliage and beautiful blooms. All equipment and materials are provided, making this workshop perfect for beginners and experienced creatives alike. Your finished wreath can be displayed on your door as a warm welcome or used as a beautiful table centrepiece. Designed to continue growing long after the workshop, it will thrive for months with a little gentle watering and care, providing a lasting reminder of a Cornish summer. Workshop Details Date: Wednesday 19 August Time: 10am – 12.30pm Skill Level: Beginner Price: £49 per person All equipment and materilas provided and sourced in Cornwall by Angela Tutor: Angela Read – The Cornish Wreath Maker

Wed 19 Aug11:00Cornish Craft Barn(4mi)

via Cornish Craft Barn

Community

Stories by the sea from Peterville to Trevellas

A guided walk from Peterville, down to Trevellas and back up the valley taking in the viaduct. Friday 12 August | 10am -12noon A coastal walk sharing stories of landscape and life along the coast. Meeting point: Outside the Peterville Inn

Fri 28 Aug11:00Wheal Coates(3.3mi)

via Wheal Coates

Wheal Treasure Stitch Club - 1st Tuesday Monthly

Community

Around £17.50

Wheal Treasure Stitch Club - 1st Tuesday Monthly

Welcome to one of our many Cornish Craft Barn Stitch Groups. We run several regular groups that meet once a month. If you’re interested in joining one everyone is welcome! All levels of skill and project are welcome. This is an all-day session where you can work on quilting projects on machines or by hand with other quilters who are looking to share ideas and experience and can provide guidance for each other – plus lots of lovely chat, cake and coffee! It is not a ‘tutored’ session but a room filled with abundant expertise from which to seek assistance. We can offer short demonstrations or mini projects from time to time if this is something the group decides they want! The session runs from 10am – 4pm but feel free to attend as much of this as you can to fit in with your other commitments. Lunch can be bought from the cafe with a 10% discount. Plenty of parking outside and we can give you a hand to get your machines upstairs to the training room if needed. We have several new Janome quilting sewing machines available to borrow for the day if you need one or find it easier than bringing one in from home. Please book ahead or let us know if you need one so we make sure we have enough available. We ask for payment quarterly in advance £17.50 per session, so £52.50 which covers three sessions for you. If you can’t make a session you can use a credit up on any of the other Wheal monthly groups we run, or carry one session over in any 6 month period.

Tue 1 Sept11:00Cornish Craft Barn(4mi)

via Cornish Craft Barn

Community

John Cleese And The Holy Grail

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Tue 1 Sept20:00The Anvil(4.2mi)

via The Anvil

An Introduction to Freemotion Embroidery and Applique – Afternoon Tea Themed

Food & Drink

Around £5

An Introduction to Freemotion Embroidery and Applique – Afternoon Tea Themed

Learn the art of freemotion embroidery in this class aimed at beginners. Learn the art of freemotion embroidery in this class aimed at beginners. Enjoy the freedom of drawing with your machine to create your own artwork. This in-depth ‘Afternoon Tea’ themed beginner’s class covers everything you need to know to learn this technique, from setting up your machine and what equipment you will need, to top tips and handy advice to get the most out of this wonderfully creative technique. This workshop is taught by Caroline Michelle Morgan who is a Textile artist specialising in freemotion embroidery. Throughout the day you will be taught the skills and techniques required, by producing several small samples, growing in confidence as you become more skilled at the technique. Ending the day by producing a lovely piece of freemotion artwork using the raw edge applique technique. You will need to bring the following materials and equipment, everything apart from the sewing machine feet can be purchased in the shop if needed: Sewing Machine, please bring your extra wide table for your machine if you have one (helpful but not essential), also don’t forget your foot pedal and cable. If you would like to borrow a machine for the day; we have some Janome rental machines you can hire for £5 for the day they have the freemotion embroidery feet needed. Please send us an email after you’ve booked to request this.

Wed 2 Sept11:00Cornish Craft Barn(4mi)

via Cornish Craft Barn

Community

Around £96

Make a Willow Hare

What You’ll Learn Come and join us for a fun and creative day weaving your own willow hare sculpture for the home or garden No weaving experience is needed as Jasmine will guide you through every step to create your own sitting or moon gazing hare sculpture This workshop is the perfect opportunity to learn a new skill and make your very own sculpture to take home with you We will be using sustainably grown natural willow and you’ll be taught about the prepping, soaking and weaving processes involved with willow work This in-person event will be filled with laughter, creativity, and of course, plenty of willow weaving. Please note this workshop isn’t suitable for under 16 year olds due to the fiddly nature of weaving Some people with joint pain or injury in their hands may struggle as weaving requires a good amount of dexterity- if you have any doubts or concerns please get in touch on – Jasmine Willow Weaving Skills How to care for your willow What’s Included All materials and tools Expert tuition throughout Tea, coffee & homemade cake Your finished piece to take home Workshop Details Date: Thursday 3 September 2026 Time: 10am – 5pm Skill Level: Beginner Price: £96 per person Places: 8 maximum Tutor: Jasmine Fassenfelt

Thu 3 Sept11:00Cornish Craft Barn(4mi)

via Cornish Craft Barn

Community

An Evening with Harry Redknapp

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Sat 5 Sept20:30The Anvil(4.2mi)

via The Anvil

Wheal Rose Stitch Club - 2nd Tuesday Monthly

Community

Around £17.50

Wheal Rose Stitch Club - 2nd Tuesday Monthly

Welcome to one of our many Cornish Craft Barn Stitch Groups. We run several regular groups that meet once a month. If you’re interested in joining one, everyone is welcome with any type of project and all levels! This is an all-day session where you can work on quilting projects on machines or by hand with other quilters who are looking to share ideas and experience and can provide guidance for each other – plus lots of lovely chat, cake and coffee! It is not a ‘tutored’ session but a room filled with abundant expertise from which to seek assistance. We can offer short demonstrations or mini projects from time to time if this is something the group decides they want! The session runs from 10am – 4pm but feel free to attend as much of this as you can to fit in with your other commitments. Lunch can be bought from the cafe with a 10% discount. Plenty of parking outside and we can give you a hand to get your machines upstairs to the training room if needed. We have several new Janome quilting sewing machines available to borrow for the day if you need one or find it easier than bringing one in from home. Please book ahead or let us know if you need one so we make sure we have enough available. We ask for payment quarterly in advance £17.50 per session, so £52.50 which covers three sessions for you. If you can’t make a session you can use a credit up on any of the other Wheal monthly groups we run, or carry one session over in any 6 month period.

Tue 8 Sept11:00Cornish Craft Barn(4mi)

via Cornish Craft Barn

Cornish Coast Path Wreath Making Workshop

Workshops & Classes

Around £49

Cornish Coast Path Wreath Making Workshop

What You’ll Learn Join me at the Cornish Craft Barn for another Cornish Coast Path Wreath Making Workshop. Using dried seaweed, driftwood, shells, sea glass, seed heads, flowers, foliage and other beach treasures, you’ll create your own beautiful, individual wreath inspired by the Cornish coastline. These workshops are always incredibly popular, and no two wreaths are ever the same. Each design reflects your own creativity and captures a unique memory of a Cornish summer. With relaxed, step-by-step guidance, all equipment and materials are provided, making this workshop suitable for all abilities. Come and enjoy a creative, mindful few hours and leave with a truly personal keepsake of Cornwall. Workshop Details Date: Wednesday 9 September Time: 10am – 12.30pm Skill Level: Beginner Price: £49 per person All equipment and materials provided and sourced locally in Cornwall by Angela Tutor: Angela Read – The Cornish Wreath Maker

Wed 9 Sept11:00Cornish Craft Barn(4mi)

via Cornish Craft Barn

Community

Jack Whitehall: Work In Progress

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Wed 9 Sept20:30The Anvil(4.2mi)

via The Anvil

Community

Stories by the sea - Chapel Porth to Porthtowan

A guided walk from Chapel Porth to Porthtowan at low tide and back over the cliffs. Taking in Wheal Coates Vugg before a low tide walk & back over the top. Friday 11 September | 11:30am -2pm Meeting point: Chapel Porth car park

Fri 11 Sept12:30Wheal Coates(3.3mi)

via Wheal Coates

Community

T.REXTASY

Marc Bolan and T.Rex, were one of the most flamboyant, charismatic stars of the original glam-rock era. With Bolan's special ingredient of Rock-a-Boogie songs, the band had a string of huge hits throughout the 1970s. T.Rextasy have performed around the world for over 20 years and the band is now accepted as the world’s only official live tribute band dedicated to T.Rex. They are the only band endorsed and approved by Marc Bolan’s family, estate, original ex-members of T.Rex, and Bolan’s catalogue management. The band has been described by many as ‘beyond the boundaries of tribute’.

Fri 11 Sept20:30The Anvil(4.2mi)

via The Anvil

Live Music

Russell Watson

An Intimate Evening With ‘The Voice’ Get ready for an unforgettable night with one of the world’s most captivating performers. Russell Watson – the original crossover superstar – exploded onto the music scene with The Voice, a debut album that shattered records and won hearts across the globe. Since then, he’s sold millions of albums, performed for royalty, presidents and popes, and shared the stage with musical legends. Now, in his most intimate tour to date, Russell takes you on a journey through the highs and lows of an extraordinary life – from chart-topping success to surviving not one, but two life-threatening illnesses. With warmth, humour, and a voice that soars, he’ll share the personal stories behind the spotlight. Expect powerful renditions of beloved classics, spine-tingling vocals, and behind-the-scenes tales from a man who’s truly lived it all. This is more than a concert – it’s a rare chance to spend an evening up close with The Voice himself.

Sat 12 Sept20:30The Anvil(4.2mi)

via The Anvil

Community

Camp ‘n’ Cruz 2026 at Anchor Barrow

Camp ‘n’ Cruz 2026 at Anchor Barrow 11th – 13th September Join us for a laid-back weekend of Volkswagen vans and cars, great music, and good vibes at Anchor Barrow Campsite from 11th–13th September 2026. Tickets are ON SALE NOW via our online booking

Sun 13 SeptThe Barrow Bar(0.5mi)

via The Barrow BarLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

How to use your sewing machine

Let’s get sewing….one day workshop to give you confidence and unleash your creativity Do you have a machine gathering dust? Lost under the stairs? Want to sew but don’t know where to start? Put off by the thought of trying to use your machine? Then this workshop is for you!! We’ll have a fun and relaxed day exploring the functions and features of sewing machines and learn what they can do and start to learn how to make and create gifts and items using fabric and cotton.

Tue 15 Sept11:00Cornish Craft Barn(4mi)

via Cornish Craft Barn

Community

James B Partridge - Primary School Bangers

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Tue 15 Sept20:30The Anvil(4.2mi)

via The Anvil

Community

General Medical Emergency Ward 10

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Tue 15 Sept20:30The Anvil(4.2mi)

via The Anvil

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Venues with events near Carnbargus

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

The Barrow Bar0.5 miles away

More about Carnbargus

Cornwall, England

Carnbargus is in Cornwall, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Carnbargus events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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