Winter Walks

The benefits of walking in nature are well-known, but did you know that walking in the winter is also great for our well-being and health? Not only do you burn more calories in colder weather, but your heart also has to pump faster, and the refreshing fresh air helps to clear your mind.  Put your boots on, get together with friends and loved ones and treat yourself this winter to a revitalising walk! 

Take advantage of the St Mawes Ferry, which operates 364 days a year, and walk around St Mawes Headland, taking in the views from St Mawes Castle or hop on the King Harry Ferry and discover the Roseland Peninsula!

  We have lots of walks on our website and in the Fal River Area Guide - find your favourite here

  Please note that our ferries are now running to the winter timetable

Sunday Roasts

  Throughout winter

After your invigorating winter walk, why not treat yourself to a Sunday roast? There's something irresistibly comforting about gathering around for a Sunday roast. Imagine a cosy, hearty meal that brings people together over tender meats, golden roasties, and plenty of delicious veg. And with so many good restaurants offering their unique take on this classic dish, why not try them all? We advise booking in advance if you don't want to miss out...

 The Alverton

Kick back, relax and tuck into a delicious double AA rosette-awarded Sunday lunch. Find out more here.

 Indidog

Locally sourced fresh ingredients, everything made from scratch and a week of preparation for your Sunday roast make this a local favourite. Find out more here.

 St Michaels

Enjoy the cosy splendour of Brasserie on the Bay, with main courses presented with all the trimmings. Find out more here.

 St Mawes Hotel

Gather your family and friends and join the St Mawes Hotel for a delicious and wholesome Sunday Lunch. Find out more here.

 The Falmouth Hotel

Enjoy the sea views, tuck into a Cornish Sunday lunch with all the trimmings, and end the weekend on a high. Find out more here.

 The Working Boat

Fill your boots with a delicious roast served from 12.30pm - 6.30pm. For the competitive, there's a Sunday Quiz from 7.30pm, which makes for a great end to the weekend. Find out more here.

 Trebah Garden

Enjoy a choice of 2 hand-carved meats (or have both!) served with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, cauliflower cheese, homemade Yorkshire pudding and gravy. Vegetarian roast is also available. Find out more here.

Philleigh Way Cookery School

  Throughout winter

Learn, improve and master your cooking skills at the Philleigh Way Cookery School.  Their ethos is to inspire and delight, and they have access to Cornwall's freshest and finest ingredients. Depending on your chosen course, you may be foraging or fishing for your lunch on the banks of the river or cooking some of Cornwall's best produce with top-level chefs in our state-of-the-art kitchen.

  Find out more and book your place here

Fal Oyster Weekend at St Michaels

15th - 17th November

St Michaels has been a proud sponsor of the Oyster Festival, a key event in the community, for over 20 years. This November, they are keeping the celebrations alive with a community event at the Resort. The day will be filled with live music from the Oggymen, Will Keating, Soul Sensations, the Military Wives Choir and many more. Foodie demonstrations from esteemed chefs Jude Kereama, James Strawbridge, Hylton Espey and more will also be a part of the event. Best of all, entry is free all day until 6 pm, with evening tickets available to purchase in advance or on the door for a £ 2 contribution to charity.

Find out more here

Starsailor perform at the Princess Pavilion

 18th November

Starsailer is performing at the Princess Pavilion in Falmouth with supporting act The Wyldest. Over the past two decades, Starsailor has been compared to everyone from Neil Young and Van Morrison to Wigan compatriots, The Verve. Fans will experience the band's latest work, Where The Wild Things Grow, an album that lead vocalist and guitarist James Walsh considers a standout in their career. Join them for an evening celebrating their latest work and career spanning over two decades.

Find out more and get your tickets here and check the Pavilion website for all their other incredible gig offerings.

Christmas wreath making and seasonal supper at Harbour House

 25th November

Join Harbour House for a wreath-making workshop and Seasonal Supper with Gemma Wright from Green Rabbit Flowers. The workshop includes a Christmas cocktail on arrival, expert tuition and guidance from Gemma, all the necessary equipment and materials to create your stunning wreath to take home, and a deliciously festive supper.

 Find out more and book your spot here

Christmas Lights

Get into the festive spirit and enjoy the community fun at a Christmas lights switch-on! It's a time of joy, laughter, and shared experiences that bring us all closer together.

Truro: Festive Friday 22nd November

Truro's Christmas Lights will be switched on for the Christmas season with Truro BID bringing Festive Friday to the city for the fourth year. Johnny Cowling and Lucy Start will be hosting the event, which will take place on stage on Boscawen Street. In the run-up to the Christmas Lights switch on, special entertainment will be on the stage from 5pm organised by the Hall for Cornwall. At 7pm, the lights will be switched on by Johnny Cowling, Lucy Start and Truro BID, special guests, including cast members from Hall for Cornwall's Christmas Show Jack and the Beanstalk, and the event sponsor, Coodes Solicitors. Following the big switch-on, a celebratory live music show will be on Boscawen Street until 8.15pm.

  Find out more here

Falmouth: Thursday 28th November

The streets of Falmouth will fill with festive fun at this year's Christmas Light Switch-On event! The evening will begin with a performance by Sing Choir on The Moor stage while the parade, led by Kernow Pipes and Drums, makes its way through town from Events Square. Compered by Neil and Saffy from Hits Radio Cornwall, expect performances from five local schools while tucking into your churros and hot drinks. The person nominated to switch on the Christmas lights will push the plunger and illuminate Falmouth at 7pm. Rock Choir will be rounding off the evening with an energetic performance to get everyone singing along.

  Find out more here

Stay updated and inspired by the region's fantastic events by visiting our comprehensive What's On pages online or grab a copy of the Fal River Area Guide for a handy offline reference