Illustrated scene of Mellin, Porth, Cornwall

What's on in Mellin, Porth

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Mellin, Porth.

Editorial picks

Families this weekendPlans the kids will actually like Free this weekendCracking local plans for free Rainy-day picksCosy plans for when it turns

Don't miss the next one

One email a week with the local stuff worth knowing — before it's already happened.

Free. Unsubscribe whenever you like.

Community

Bell Ringing Training

Bell ringing training in Mullion Church on a Thursday evening. If you are interested please ), Bell Tower Captain, Mullion Church. We have 6 lovely bells all accessed from ground level at the back of the church.

Thu 23 Jul18:15St Mellanus' Church(1.4mi)

via St Mellanus' ChurchCurated

Community

Mullion Community Larder - Tackling Food Waste Together

Mullion Co-op and other donors are now running regular Saturday (9am ish) AND SUNDAY (12PM) mini larders in Mullion Parish Church. Please bring a bag and help us save food waste. Everyone welcome.

Sat 25 Jul09:00St Mellanus' Church(1.4mi)

via St Mellanus' ChurchCurated

Religion & Spirituality

Cafe Church

Come and join us for this more relaxed style of worship held in our coffee corner - July 12th + 26th All are very welcome.

Sun 26 Jul11:15St Wynwallow Church(2.1mi)

via St Wynwallow ChurchLocal gem

CommunityFood & Drink

Coffee Morning

Coffee Morning will be held on the last Wednesday of every month in Mullion Church except in December. Everyone is most welcome to join us for a cuppa and chat. Cake, book and bric-a-brac stalls and monthly 50 Club draw. The 50 Club helps to fund our churchyard maintenance.

Wed 29 Jul10:00St Mellanus' Church(1.4mi)

via St Mellanus' ChurchCurated

Community

Open Tournament 2026 (Summer Bonanza)

Join our two-day summer tournament during the August Bank Holiday! Dates for 2026: 29th-30th August Entries are now open!

Sat 29 AugLizard Peninsula Bowmen(4.6mi)

via Lizard Peninsula BowmenLocal gem

Community

Open Tournament 2026 (Summer Bonanza)

Join our two-day summer tournament during the August Bank Holiday! Dates for 2026: 29th-30th August Entries are now open!

Sun 30 AugLizard Peninsula Bowmen(4.6mi)

via Lizard Peninsula BowmenLocal gem

Live Music

Around £30

Live on the Lawn

The Wave Machine. Set against the backdrop of sweeping sea views from our clifftop garden, Live on the Lawn is all about enjoying a relaxing afternoon of great music, fresh sea air, and soaking up the coast with friends and family. This August Bank Holiday weekend, we’re welcoming back The Wave Machine, whose blend of live-looped guitar, bass, trumpet, and percussion is inspired by the rhythm and movement of the ocean. Expect laid-back, uplifting sounds perfectly suited to a summer afternoon by the sea. Take a look from last August here here. Housel BBQ. Due to popular demand, we will be serving up our epic Housel BBQ. Not forgetting summer cocktails and seasonal drinks too… Walk ins welcome subject to availability on the day. We recommend purchasing a BBQ ticket to guarantee your spot, available from 12pm. £30 per person for our Housel BBQ, with summer salads, sides & delicious dessert! £15 per child under 12. Menu for this August coming soon. Live Music. Open air, live music by the very talented The Wave Machine, from 3pm. Don’t forget your picnic blankets to relax on the lawn, and soak up the views. A note on the unpredictable Cornish weather….inspired by the Minack Theatre “we play in the rain!”.

Sun 30 Aug12:00The Terrace Restaurant(4.3mi)

via The Terrace Restaurant

Workshops & Classes

Coach Frank Skate Workshop

Drop-in Skate Workshop – sessions School Years 7-13 with Coach Frank Every Thursday evening 6-7pm Ready to improve your skating? Join Coach Frank for a drop-in skate workshop with indoor ramps and expert coaching. Whether you’re just getting started or want to nail some new tricks, this session has you covered. Learn proper technique, build your confidence, and progress at your own pace in a supportive environment. What’s Happening: Expert tuition from Coach Frank and Team 6.00-7.00pm Years 7-13 (11+ years)Coached SessionPrice: £5.00 per skater or Free for Basement Members (find out how to become a Basement Member at the venue or join on our website homepage) Drop-in format – come and go as you likeAll skill levels welcomeGet tips on technique, safety, and progressing your skills No need to book ahead – just turn up with your board and helmet, and Coach Frank will help you take your skating to the next level. Perfect whether you’re finding your feet or ready to push your limits. What do I need to know? Bring your own board and safety gear if you have it. We’ll provide some if you haven’t got any. All participants should arrive with appropriate footwear – which includes trainers, gym shoes or plimsolls. Please do not wear sandals (including crocs), flip-flops or other open-toed shoes, or shoes with raised heels or wedges. Who is The Basement for? The Basement isn’t just another youth centre – it’s the space you asked for, designed by you, built for you.

Thu 23 Jul19:00The Basement Youth Centre(6.1mi)

via The Basement Youth Centre

Community

UK Surf & Skate Expo

Something's afoot at Ann's Pasties and it goes by the name of UK Surf & Skate Expo. Their site has the particulars.

Fri 24 JulAnn's Pasties(5.7mi)

via Ann's PastiesLocal gem

Likely freeCinema

Lilo & Stitch: Open-Air Cinema

Lilo & Stitch: Open-Air Cinema South Kerrier Alliance Friday 24th July | 2pm FREE EVENT School’s out — summer’s here! Kick off the holidays with a free outdoor screening of Disney’s heartwarming live-action hit Lilo & Stitch at Coronation Park. Grab the kids, pack a picnic (or treat yourself to something from Lakeside Cafe), spread out your blankets by the lake and enjoy a feel-good family film on the big screen in the great outdoors. This is one of four free open-air cinema screenings this summer, brought to you by the South Kerrier Alliance — completely free for the whole community. This film is rated PG. Support free events at Coronation Park This year, over 60% of our events at Coronation Park are completely free. We do this because we believe that everyone in Helston and on The Lizard deserves access to brilliant events — regardless of what’s in their pocket. The South Kerrier Alliance CIC is a not-for-profit organisation and we don’t receive any regular public funding. Every free event we put on is only possible because of the support of people like you. If days like this matter to you and your community, please consider making a donation here. Event-Specific Information Suitable for all ages. This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up! Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.

Fri 24 Jul15:00Helston Boating Lake(6.1mi)

via Helston Boating Lake

Community

Friday Art Club

Join us every Friday for a digital detox and creative de-stress 4.00pm-5.o0pm Feeling stressed by school, college, or work? Need a creative way to relax and switch off? Come along to our Friday Art Club hosted by Leggies from Young People Cornwall. Art Club is a chilled-out space where you can unwind, create, and be yourself. When: Every Friday Time: 4:00 – 5:00 pm Where: The Basement, Helston Ages: 11–18 (school students & home-educated young people welcome) Art Club is open to anyone aged 11–18 . Whether you come on your own or with friends, you’ll find a relaxed and welcoming space to de-stress creatively. What You Can Expect Get Creative: Try different art activities and express yourself freely Relaxed Vibes: A friendly, supportive environment where you can chill out Time to Unwind: Leave stress at the door and enjoy an hour just for you Bring Your Imagination No art experience needed at all! Whether you love drawing, painting, or experimenting with mixed media, you’re free to explore in your own way. Just bring your curiosity and creativity. This club is a safe, calm space to relax, create, and connect with others who enjoy art as much as you do. Join us every Friday for an hour of creativity, connection, and calm. No need to book ahead – just turn up. What do I need to know? Who is The Basement for? The Basement isn’t just another youth centre – it’s the space you asked for, designed by you, built for you. The space is primarily for 11-18 year olds. Your basement.

Fri 24 Jul17:00The Basement Youth Centre(6.1mi)

via The Basement Youth Centre

Likely freeLive Music

Four Lanes Male Choir & The Saxy Maids

'Music for a summer evening' Free entry, donations welcome. Bar & refreshments

Fri 24 Jul20:00Nancegollan Village Hall(9.3mi)

via Nancegollan Village HallLocal gem

Live Music

Port Navas Regatta

The Regatta starts at 12 noon on Saturday with the first race, The School Cup between Constantine and Mawnan Primary Schools, kicking us off at 12.30. There will be a food van; PNYC Bar & Restaurant food; the traditional cake stall; a bar; young kids races such as Egg &. Spoon and Sack Racing; games in the field including Cocconut Shy, Splat the Rat etc and a new game, Donald Duck Shoot; a tombola; the normal Regatta Races including rowing, run-and-row, swimming, paddle boarding and kayaking; the chaotic but brilliant Fun Race; a grand raffle (donations of prizes most welcome); The Constantine Silver Band; and after the prize giving we will have live music and dodgy dancing and singing from the crowd as we welcome back Elvis Duane Presley, supported by Jake singing some banging hits.

Sat 25 Jul01:30Port Navas Village Hall(8.4mi)

via Port Navas Village HallLocal gem

Community

Around £50

Electric Rock Collective - NEW

ELECTRIC ROCK COLLECTIVE 31 May – 9 August Ages 11-18 | 10 x Sunday Workshops | 12 noon – 4pm £50 for the full course – Just £5 per week (Supported by South Kerrier Alliance CIC) BOOK HERE Who are the Electric Rock Collective? Imagine as many musicians as possible, all playing together in perfect sync—big energy, big sound, big vibes (think mass rock performances for inspiration!). Now imagine you playing in that collective with friends old and new! Now imagine that you’ve practiced for 10 weeks and now your live on stage at Coronation Park. Stop imagining and JOIN US… When: May: 31 June: 7, 14, 21, 28 July: 5, 12, 19 August: 2, 9 12.00 PM – 4:00 PM Cost: £50 for all 10 sessions The grand finale? A live performance at Busk It! on August 16th! What Happens Over the 10 weeks? SESSION 1: Meet The Collective FIRST: Get to know everyone through icebreakers and a casual jam session and then learn a song as a whole collective (Electric Orcestra) We’ll figure out who plays what and at what level. THEN: We choose a song YOU want to learn (within your genre—rock, pop, indie, whatever your groove is). We start working on it together and getting the basics down. This is where the magic starts—strangers become bandmates. SESSIONS 2 -9: Make It Sound Good PRACTICE, practice, practice.

Sun 26 Jul13:00The Basement Youth Centre(6.1mi)

via The Basement Youth Centre

Community

Around £3.00

The Monday Create Space

The Monday Create Space Organised by South Kerrier Alliance CIC Monday’s 10.00am – 12.00pm The Monday Create Space Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm Location: Cattle Market The Monday Create Space Join us for a fun, friendly creative session where you can bring your own materials and projects or take part in weekly themed activities exploring different subjects and mediums. Basic materials are provided. This relaxed, welcoming group is perfect for anyone curious about being creative, sharing ideas, and enjoying a couple of hours with like-minded people. Expect inspiration, experimentation, and maybe even losing track of time! Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm Where: The Old Cattle Market Price: £3.00 per session For more information

Mon 27 Jul11:00The Old Cattle Market(6.1mi)

via The Old Cattle Market

Community

Helston Community Larder [HCAG]

More info on our Facebook page!

Tue 28 JulIncredible Edible Helston Community Garden(6.1mi)

via Incredible Edible Helston Community GardenCurated

Community

HCAG Monthly Meeting

Informal get together at the Blue Anchor, everyone welcome!

Tue 28 JulIncredible Edible Helston Community Garden(6.1mi)

via Incredible Edible Helston Community GardenCurated

See what else is on

Event details on Near Here are aggregated from third-party sources and may change. Always verify times, location, availability, and any price directly with the organiser before travelling. See Terms.

Venues with events near Mellin, Porth

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

St Mellanus' Church1.4 miles away St Wynwallow Church2.1 miles away

More about Mellin, Porth

Cornwall, England

Mellin, Porth is in Cornwall, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as Mullion Cove, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Mellin, Porth 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.

Loading map…

Enjoyed the look of Mellin, Porth?

Know someone who'd fancy a night out round here? Give them a nudge.

What's on in Mellin, Porth