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Reggae Night In Aid Of Black Voices Cornwall And Clean Seas Newquay

THE KELLO COLLECTIVE - 'GOLDMINE' EP FUNDRAISER GIG

Fri 24 Jul20:00Whiskers Newquay(5.3mi)

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Fri 24 Jul20:00The Anvil(7.7mi)

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Festivals & Events

European Surf Film Festival 2026

The best films across Europe, all under one-roof. With a few surprises in store too. Showing on Saturday night at the Expo. This event is ticketed,…

Sat 25 JulVisit Newquay Tourist Information Centre(5.2mi)

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Dive into National Marine Week: A Visit to the National Lobster Hatchery

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Around £40

Dive into National Marine Week: A Visit to the National Lobster Hatchery

@ Celebrate National Marine Week with us as we explore the incredible National Lobster Hatchery in Padstow, Cornwall—a marine conservation, research, and education charity dedicated to safeguarding the future of the European lobster. Why the Hatchery Matters Boosting Lobster SurvivalHatchery-raised lobsters have up to a 1,000× higher survival rate compared to wild counterparts—and with only about 1 in 20,000 wild larvae surviving to adulthood, this support is vital. Supporting Local Fisheries & EconomyThe European lobster is the UK’s most valuable commercial species—worth over £40 million annually—and essential to Cornwall’s fishing communities. A World-Leading Conservation InitiativeIn operation since 2000, the hatchery collaborates with fishermen, scientists, restaurants, and volunteers to replenish Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly’s lobster stocks. Highlights of the Visit Lobster Maternity WardWitness ‘berried hens’—egg-bearing female lobsters—collected from local fishermen when they’re ready to hatch. You can peek in as technicians care for them until the larvae emerge. Rearing the YoungWatch tiny larvae progress through their planktonic stages before entering trays where cannibalism is prevented, readying them for life on the seabed. Visitor Centre & ExhibitsInteractive displays let you trace a lobster’s journey from egg to adult and learn about the hatchery’s conservation, research, and education efforts.

Sat 25 JulThe National Lobster Hatchery(6.4mi)

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Community

Around £7

Happy Habitats – Summer @ The NLH

@ Healthy Oceans = Happy Habitats This Summer lets discover happy habitats! Find out what our favourite ocean animals love, where they are happiest and how we can help! A range of activities for all the family to get involved with, and of course plenty of opportunity to see our happy hatchlings in the hatchery. Open every day rain or shine All activities included with entry – starting from just £7 Buy Pass

Sat 25 JulThe National Lobster Hatchery(6.4mi)

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Newquay Sessions - School's Out Disco

Join us on Saturday 25th July for our annual School’s Out Disco, part of our free Newquay Sessions events running on the Killacourt throughout the summer. School's Out Disco, which takes place at the Killacourt on 25th July between 1pm and 3pm. We’re bringing the party to town with a free kids’ disco hosted by DJ Beaker, packed with great music, dancing and an afternoon of seaside-themed fun.

Sat 25 Jul14:00Visit Newquay Tourist Information Centre(5.2mi)

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Reggae Night In Aid Of Black Voices Cornwall And Clean Seas Newquay

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Sat 25 Jul20:00Whiskers Newquay(5.3mi)

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Live Music

The Kello Collective - 'goldmine' Ep Fundraiser Gig

REGGAE NIGHT in aid of BLACK VOICES CORNWALL and CLEAN SEAS NEWQUAY

Sat 25 Jul20:00Whiskers Newquay(5.3mi)

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Theatre

Around £18.50

The Alter Eagles at the Lane Theatre

The Alter Eagles are delighted to bring their celebration of one of the best-loved bands of all time – to Lane Theatre for the very first time. Now in their 23rd anniversary year, the band have established themselves as one of the country’s top tribute acts, headlining at theatres all over the country. Playing a mix of old and new Eagles’ songs, all the classics – including Hotel California, Take It Easy, One Of These Nights, Take It To The Limit, Desperado, Lyin’ Eyes and Life In The Fast Lane – as well as Henley, Frey and Walsh solo numbers (like Boys of Summer, The Heat Is On and Rocky Mountain Way) along with some deep cuts, the band have wowed audiences with their faithful tribute to one of the most popular bands of all time.

Sun 26 JulVisit Newquay Tourist Information Centre(5.2mi)

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Community

Service

Eucharist or Service of the Word

Sun 26 Jul09:30St Newlina: St Newlyn East Parish Church(6.6mi)

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Live Music

Eric Johnson

One of the most outstanding instrumentalists in rock over the past 40 years, Texas guitarist Eric Johnson was already a legend before he recorded his first album. By the early 1980s, many celebrated guitarists were singing the praises of this skinny kid from Austin with the mind-melting chops. Comparisons were made to such guitar heroes as Jeff Beck and Jimi Hendrix and when he joined the ‘70s Austin fusion band Electromagnets they were being hailed as “the Mahavishnu Orchestra of Texas”. With the release of his highly-anticipated 1986 solo debut album Tones, the underground guitar legend finally emerged onto the scene fully-formed. It landed him on the cover of Guitar Player magazine, which hailed the album as a “majestic debut”, and earned him his first Grammy nomination for the song “Zap”. With the release of his follow up album, 1990’s platinum-selling Ah Via Musicom, which contained the Grammy Award winning song “Cliffs of Dover”, Eric Johnson became a bona fide international guitar phenomenon. The New Age Music Guide once opined that “Eric Johnson plays guitar the way Michelangelo painted ceilings: with a colorful vibrancy that’s more real than life” while Rolling Stone included him in their list of the 100 Greatest Guitarists of the 21st century.

Sun 26 Jul20:30The Anvil(7.7mi)

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Live Music

Whiskers Karaoke

THE KELLO COLLECTIVE - 'GOLDMINE' EP FUNDRAISER GIG

Tue 28 Jul19:00Whiskers Newquay(5.3mi)

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Theatre

ABBA: Take a Chance on Us at Newquay's Lane Theatre

This year something for everyone with TAC bringing you a taste of Voyage… Abba The Musical/Film… Abba The Party… Abba The Concert. Take a chance on…

Wed 29 JulVisit Newquay Tourist Information Centre(5.2mi)

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Children & Family

Around £37

Children's Lip Balm Making

Spend the morning making lip balms with Alice from Orn Ku Fruity and sweet scents and natural pigments to add a little tint. Make two products to take away. 8yrs+ Adults are welcome to take part. All Adults must be present within the Walled Garden. £37per child, refreshments included, a

Wed 29 Jul09:30The Walled Garden Padstow(6.6mi)

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Tor to Shore Big Beach Day: Snorkel Lobster Release

@ This National Marine Week, we’re excited to be teaming up with Cornwall Wildlife Trust for the Tor to Shore Big Beach Day at Carlyon Bay. Join us for a FREE, family-friendly day celebrating Cornwall’s incredible marine wildlife, coastal habitats and the conservation work helping to protect them. The National Lobster Hatchery will be joining the day with a talk about our conservation work, plus a special snorkel lobster release, giving booked participants the chance to help return young lobsters to the sea. Across the beach, visitors can also enjoy marine-themed crafts, scavenger hunts, wildlife and conservation talks, silent disco beach cleans and opportunities to learn more about the amazing marine life found right here on our doorstep. Snorkel lobster release places must be booked in advance. All other beach day activities are open to all, with no booking required. Date: Wednesday 29 July 2026Time: 11am–3pmLocation: Carlyon Bay, St Austell Ready to dive in and make a direct impact on marine conservation? Secure your spot now and grab your Tor to Shore Snorkel Lobster Release Tickets. Spaces fill up fast, so don’t miss out on this unforgettable underwater experience! Book snorkel lobster release places: EventbriteView full Big Beach Day details: Cornwall Wildlife Trust Book Snorkel Release

Wed 29 Jul12:00The National Lobster Hatchery(6.4mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Tor to Shore Big Beach Day: Carlyon Bay

Wed 29 Jul12:00The National Lobster Hatchery(6.4mi)

via The National Lobster Hatchery

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Open Deck Wednesday

Open Deck Wednesday Wednesday, July 29, 2026 7:00 PM 11:59 PM 19:00 23:59 Whiskers Newquay 7 Gover Lane Newquay, , TR7 1ER (map) Google Calendar ICS

Wed 29 Jul19:00Whiskers Newquay(5.3mi)

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More about Higher Tolcarne

Cornwall, England

Higher Tolcarne sits tucked away in Cornwall where the sea air does more than just refresh the lungs; it keeps the local mood light enough for a chuckle all week long. Even with no big venues listed on our map, there's usually a community gathering or a street party nearby that turns a quiet lane into a proper celebration. The village itself is the main attraction, offering plenty of room to wander and meet neighbours without needing to book a ticket anywhere. We keep an eye on what's popping up locally so you can drop by for a chat or grab a bite with friends rather than hunting through endless lists online.

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