Roseland Festival 2024: A Celebration of Culture, Music, and Community

Roseland Festival, taking place from Friday 19th to Sunday 28th April 2024. This ten-day festival promises an enriching blend of cultural activities, workshops, and performances designed to cater to a wide range of interests and age groups.

At the heart of the Roseland Festival is a diverse programme of events that includes craft workshops, children’s theatre, local folk music, guided walks, enlightening book talks, and gastronomic experiences celebrating wine and food. Highlighting the musical lineup are performances by Nathan, Daisy Rickman, and Nancy May, a contemporary classical soprano known for her current tour with Russell Watson, bringing new and exciting music to Roseland.

Highlights Not to Miss

The festival kicks off on the 19th with a feast at Philleigh Way Farm, setting the stage for a series of events that blend the local culture with national talents. Highlights include Emma Cowell’s book talk at St. Mawes Hotel, a lively performance by Daisy Rickman and The WAD Morris Dancers at Gerrans Memorial Hall, and the serene Curgurrell Farm Crab Lunch.

A special mention goes to the Fal River Cruise, an opportunity to explore the beauty of Roseland from the water, and the engaging storytelling and music evening with Trounce Guy and River Blue at the Sports & Social Club in Veryan.

For those with a passion for the arts, Fran Osborne’s pottery workshop offers a hands-on experience, while music lovers can enjoy performances ranging from the Falmouth Community Gospel Choir to the intriguing sounds of Acappella Sound and Roseland Poets.

Educational talks and workshops, such as the ‘All About Bees’ event and the ‘Seaweed Pressing Workshop’, offer insights into the natural world, blending education with entertainment.

Booking Information

• Online – www.visittruro.org.uk
• Phone – 01872 274555
• In Person – Truro Visitor Centre – 30 Boscawen Street, Truro, TR1 2QQ – Monday – Saturday 9.15am – 4.30pm or Roseland Visitor Centre, The Square (main car park), St. Mawes, TR2 5AG – Tuesday – Thursday 10am – 1pm

With a mix of free and ticketed events, attendees are encouraged to book in advance to secure their spots in these engaging and entertaining activities.

Whats On And When

Friday 19th April

Philleigh Way Farm Feast – Court Farm, Philleigh – BOOK NOW

Saturday 20th April

Emma Cowell Book Talk – St. Mawes Hotel, St. Mawes – BOOK NOW

Daisy Rickman and The WAD Morris Dancers – Gerrans Memorial Hall, Portscatho – BOOK NOW

Sunday 21st April

Curgurrell Farm Crab Lunch – Curgurrell Farm, Portscatho – BOOK NOW

Fal River Cruise – St. Mawes Quay, St. Mawes – BOOK NOW

Philleigh Folk Present Stories by Trounce Guy and Songs by River Blue – Sports & Social Club, Veryan – BOOK NOW

Monday 22nd April

Fal Oyster Talk – Harbour Club, Portscatho – BOOK NOW

Acappella Sound and Roseland Poets – Memorial Hall, St. Mawes – BOOK NOW

Tuesday 23rd April

Fran Osborne Pottery Workshop – The Institute, St. Just In Roseland – BOOK NOW

Falmouth Community Gospel Choir – St. Just In Roseland Church – BOOK NOW

Wednesday 24th April

All About Bees – Talk and Screening of Honeyland – St. Mawes Hotel, St. Mawes – BOOK NOW

Music from the Roseland – Memorial Hall, St. Mawes – BOOK NOW

Thursday 25th April

Seaweed Pressing Workshop – Millenium Rooms, St. Mawes – BOOK NOW

Soprano Nancy May – St. Mawes Chapel, St. Mawes – BOOK NOW

Friday 26th April

National Trust Ranger Walk – Nare Head – NT Car Park Kiberick Cove – BOOK NOW

Read Between the Wines – St. Mawes Hotel, St. Mawes – BOOK NOW

Saturday 27th April

Squashbox Children’s Theatre – Gerrans Memorial Hall, Portscatho – BOOK NOW

Tim Hubbard Secret Gardens of Cornwall Book Talk – Millenium Rooms, St. Mawes – BOOK NOW

Miracle Theatre Cabaret Comedy Quiz Night – Memorial Hall, St. Mawes – BOOK NOW

Sunday 28th April

National Trust Ranger Walk – St. Anthony Battery – NT Car Park St. Anthony Head, Portscatho – BOOK NOW

Lamorran Gardens Tour with Afternoon Tea – Lamorran Gardens, St. Mawes – BOOK NOW

Nathan Ball – Memorial Hall, St. Mawes – BOOK NOW

Conclusion

The Roseland Festival 2024 is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of the community, culture, and the stunning natural beauty of the Roseland Peninsula. Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor, the festival offers something for everyone, making it a not-to-be-missed event in Cornwall’s cultural calendar.