1Yoga & Meditation
Let Tresco's blend of yogic practice and island escapism calm your mind and restore positivity and relaxation...
1.7 milesSat 11 Jul
Top Picks
Rainy Day Picks This Weekend
11–12 July Near Isles of Scilly
Not every listing gets a golden ticket
We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.
Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Isles of Scilly, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.
Our 10 picks near Isles of Scilly
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3Watercolour Workshop Package - Harbour Hotel
Sunday 12 July from 2pm £80 per person all inclusive St Ives Harbour Hotel AGENDA: 2pm Arrival and cream tea / Workshop -2.30pm-4.30pm / Drinks - 4.30pm / Dinner - 5.00pm Let your creativity flourish with a watercolour workshop hosted by Barnoon Arts at Harbour Hotel St Ives on Sunday 19th April for only £80 per person. There is a cream tea on arrival - before the watercolour led workshop, painting the stunning views over St Ives Bay. Suitable for complete beginners to experienced artists - with all materials included. We start with a demonstration on watercolour techniques, and tips on capturing your view point. You will have time to create one or several watercolours views using quality materials. Enjoy a post-workshop drink in the lounge, followed by a delicious dinner in the restaurant. Booking : Online Here
41.6 milesSun 12 Jul£80
4Nerikomi: Patchwork Coloured Clay | Afternoon Workshop
at Clay Trap
11 July 2026 1:30 – 4:30pm £70.00 In stock A one-off session exploring using coloured clay to make patterns and playful surfaces within the clay body. Attendees will form simple shapes from a variety of coloured clays and use these to make slabs from which simple forms such as dishes and bowls will be made. We will make two geometric patterns and our final piece will be a chance to play with the methods learnt. After the workshop we will finish the works and then glaze pieces with our transparent glaze. Each attendee will make up to three pieces. For 18 years and over. What to bring? All tools and materials will be provided. Wearing old clothes that can get mucky is advisable and please bring an apron. Collection: Ceramic work will be ready 6 weeks after the final workshop to allow time for pieces to be dried, fired, and glazed. Pots can be collected from the studio at CAST during Open Access Sessions on Monday and Thursday evenings 5:30pm – 8:30pm and Friday afternoons 1:30pm – 4:30pm. Minimum attendees 4. If we do not reach this number we may need to cancel the class, in which case you will be notified and refunded three weeks before the start date.
47.5 milesSat 11 Jul£70.00
5Nerikomi: Patchwork Coloured Clay
at Clay Trap
11 July 2026 1:30 – 4:30pm £70.00 In stock A one-off session exploring using coloured clay to make patterns and playful surfaces within the clay body. Attendees will form simple shapes from a variety of coloured clays and use these to make slabs from which simple forms such as dishes and bowls will be made. We will make two geometric patterns and our final piece will be a chance to play with the methods learnt. After the workshop we will finish the works and then glaze pieces with our transparent glaze. Each attendee will make up to three pieces. For 18 years and over. What to bring? All tools and materials will be provided. Wearing old clothes that can get mucky is advisable and please bring an apron. Collection: Ceramic work will be ready 6 weeks after the final workshop to allow time for pieces to be dried, fired, and glazed. Pots can be collected from the studio at CAST during Open Access Sessions on Monday and Thursday evenings 5:30pm – 8:30pm and Friday afternoons 1:30pm – 4:30pm. Minimum attendees 4. If we do not reach this number we may need to cancel the class, in which case you will be notified and refunded three weeks before the start date.
47.5 milesSat 11 Jul£70.00
6Empire Lines Podcast Recording
Join London-based producer, curator, writer, and researcher Jelena Sofronijevic in conversation with exhibiting artist Libita Sibungu at The Exchange, Penzance for a live recording of a new episode of the Empire Lines podcast.
35.8 milesSat 11 Jul
7Empire Lines Podcast Recording
Join London-based producer, curator, writer, and researcher Jelena Sofronijevic in conversation with exhibiting artist Libita Sibungu at The Exchange, Penzance for a live recording of a new episode of the Empire Lines podcast.
35.8 milesSat 11 Jul17:00
8Empire Lines Podcast Recording
Join London-based producer, curator, writer, and researcher Jelena Sofronijevic in conversation with exhibiting artist Libita Sibungu at The Exchange, Penzance for a live recording of a new episode of the Empire Lines podcast.
36 milesSat 11 Jul
9Empire Lines Podcast Recording
Join London-based producer, curator, writer, and researcher Jelena Sofronijevic in conversation with exhibiting artist Libita Sibungu at The Exchange, Penzance for a live recording of a new episode of the Empire Lines podcast.
36 milesSat 11 Jul17:00
10Bach For Bells
Our next major fundraising event will be a special concert of music by J.S. Bach played by violinists Krysia Osostowicz and Anna Brown, violist Tim Boulton and cellist Joseph Barker, with the whole evening hosted by broadcaster and author Petroc Trelawny.
41.5 milesSat 11 Jul
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