What's on in Downgate

Cornwall, England

Downgate sits snugly in Cornwall where the sea air is thick enough to taste and the local pace of life moves at a gentle, friendly clip. You can catch a market stall popping up near the harbour or find a cinema screening that makes you forget it's a Tuesday evening. The library often hosts story times that turn quiet afternoons into proper adventures for the little ones. Community groups usually manage to pull together something fun without needing a formal invitation or a complicated sign-up process. Even if there are no big venues listed right now, neighbours will tell you where the next bake sale is going to be held around the corner. It's a place where knowing what's on feels like chatting with someone who lives down the street rather than scrolling through endless feeds.

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2026-04-24 19:30 - Folk and Poetry evening Harbottle and Jonas Concert

Time: Friday, 24 April 2026 at 19:30Details: Join us for an evening of soul-stirring folk music and captivating poetry. Doors open 7pm for a 7.30pm start.Harbottle & Jonas - Folk and Poetry / / Partners in life and music, dynamic Devon based folk duo Harbottle & Jonas are one of the most exciting acts on the UK circuit today, combining a love of the richness of traditional folk with their own original and powerful songwriting. Dave and Freya have developed a distinct and compelling signature sound, blending concertina, harmonium, cittern, stomp box, acoustic guitar and banjo with their beautiful and closely intertwined vocal harmonies. / / “Spellbinding originals, they will knock your socks off” - Musicians Union / / They will be joined by Jane Newberry, poet and children's author, who will regale you with querky poems old and new to leave you smiling. / / St Sampson's are grateful for the support Harbottle & Jonas and Jane Newbery in helping to raise funds for St Sampsons Unlocked project, an ambitious project to improve and restore South Hill church. To fix the roof and ceiling, create a warm meeting space and put in a permanent toilet and kitchen. / / There will be a licensed bar, soft drinks and snacks. / / / https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/harbottle-jonas-folk-and-poetry-evening-tickets-1975976751656?aff=oddtdtcreatorLocation: St Sampson’s South HillPostcode: PL17 7LP

Fri 24 Apr19:30Saint Mary's Church(4.9mi)

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