St Endellion Summer Music Festival 2026
2026-07-28 00:00 - 2026-08-07 23:59 (Europe/London) | St Endellion, St Endellion, Cornwall, United Kingdom
he St Endellion Summer Festival returns in 2026, bringing a rich programme of classical music, opera, choral works, chamber concerts, late-night performances, liturgical music, and family-friendly events. For 2025, the festival included Verdi’s Falstaff, Vaughan Williams’ Sea Symphony, Brahms, Sibelius, Wagner, and special chamber/late night performances like Dido and Aeneas. The programme also includes contributions from rising artists, Cornish musicians, and spiritual musical settings in the historic St Endellion Church. Tickets go on sale mid-to-late summer; for 2026 the Friends & Patrons scheme is available.

Sidmouth Folk Festival 2026
2026-07-31 00:00 - 2026-08-07 23:59 | Sidmouth, Sidmouth, Devon, United Kingdom
The Sidmouth Folk Festival is a week-long seaside celebration of folk music, dance, song, and tradition, held annually since 1955 on the coast in East Devon. Big-name acts, ceilidhs, workshops, storytelling, spoken word, display dance, youth events and family-friendly programmes all combine to make this one of the UK’s major folk gatherings. It draws tens of thousands of visitors each August. Season tickets and 2026 tickets go on sale in December, with “2025 prices” for early purchasers. The event also includes a Festival Campsite, Craft & Music Village, food & drink stalls, and accessibility services.

Boardmasters Festival 2026
2026-08-05 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-06 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-07 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-08 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-09 00:00 - 23:59 | Newquay, Newquay, Cornwall, United Kingdom
Boardmasters returns 5-9 August 2026 with five days of music, surf, skate, and beach culture on the Cornish coast. Tickets go on sale 13 August with Loyalty tickets, followed by Early Bird tickets the next day. Multiple ticket types are available: camping for 5 days, 4-day entries, 3-day non-camping access, VIP upgrades, and child/teen rates. Payment plans allow spreading the cost over 11 months. Held in Newquay and Watergate Bay, the festival offers a high-energy mix of live bands, seaside battles, skating ramps, wellness spaces, and a beach atmosphere.

Linos Piano Trio
2026-08-07 19:30 - 21:00 | St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham, St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham, Dinham Road, Exeter, EX4 4EB, United Kingdom
Performing at St Michael & All Angels as part of the highly-anticipated ‘Music on the Mount’ classical music series, this award-winning and internationally acclaimed ensemble redefines the piano trio genre through innovative transcriptions and boundary-pushing artistry. Combining five nationalities and diverse specialisms, they bring a refined, multifaceted voice to prestigious global stages. From world-premiere recordings to their celebrated “Stolen Music” project, their performances are praised for virtuosity, wit, and a gripping depth that reimagines orchestral masterpieces for the chamber stage.
Programme
Edward Elgar, arr. Linos Piano Trio: Serenade for Strings
Fanny Mendelssohn: Piano Trio in D minor, op. 11
Ludwig van Beethoven: Piano Trio in B flat major, op. 97, Archduke

Cranborne Lodge Garden Party
2026-08-08 13:00 - 23:00 | Cranborne Lodge,, Castel Street, Cranborne, BH21 5PZ
Join us for a relaxed summer garden party in the beautiful grounds of Cranborne Lodge, set in the heart of the Dorset countryside. Following the success of last year, the event returns for its second year – bigger and better – and celebrates the launch of our new sparkling English wine, Seventeen28.
Be among the very first to experience Seventeen28 as you enjoy a welcome glass on arrival with a full day and evening of live music, great food and a welcoming summer atmosphere with friends and family.
A fantastic selection of food will be available to purchase and enjoy from Gourmet Burger, Fiery Fox Pizza, The Book and Bucket Cheese Company and Wandering Olive, among others.
There’s something for everyone throughout the day, with live bands including Bloc Off The Wall, J G Collective, Hugo and Neon Rose, as well as children’s entertainment such as face painting and a bouncy castle.
Our bar will be open all day serving a range of our English wines, other drinks and refreshments.
A relaxed and enjoyable summer event in a beautiful countryside setting, perfect for friends and family to come together and make the most of the summer.
Celebrate everything with Seventeen28.

Fowey Royal Regatta & Carnival Week 2026 – Fowey, Cornwall
2026-08-16 00:00 - 2026-08-22 23:59, 2026-08-17 00:00 - 2026-08-23 23:59, 2026-08-18 00:00 - 2026-08-24 23:59, 2026-08-19 00:00 - 2026-08-25 23:59, 2026-08-20 00:00 - 2026-08-26 23:59, 2026-08-21 00:00 - 2026-08-27 23:59, 2026-08-22 00:00 - 2026-08-28 23:59 | Fowey, Fowey, United Kingdom
A multi-day regatta and carnival week held across the harbour town of Fowey, featuring yacht racing, pilot gig events, harbour swims, live music, fireworks, carnival processions and traditional family activities throughout the town and waterfront. One of Cornwall’s best known sailing events, it attracts competitors and visitors from across the UK, creating a lively atmosphere with both maritime competitions and community celebrations across the estuary and town centre.

Torbay Royal Regatta 2026
2026-08-21 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-22 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-23 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-24 00:00 - 23:59 | Torbay, Torbay, Devon, United Kingdom
From Friday 21 to Monday 24 August 2026, the Royal Torbay Yacht Club will host the Torbay Royal Regatta, a major sailing and championships event in the heart of the English Riviera. Races will be held on the water off Torquay, with competitors battling in multiple classes. The venue is the Royal Torbay Yacht Club on Beacon Terrace, Torquay (postcode TQ1 2BH), providing public viewing points along the waterfront and family-friendly facilities ashore. Spectators can expect high-calibre racing, yacht displays, food & drink stalls, and vibrant marine atmosphere.
Disclaimer: Event details are provided for general information & may change without notice. Please check with organisers before attending.

Dartmouth Royal Regatta 2026
2026-08-26 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-27 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-28 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-29 00:00 - 23:59 | Dartmouth, Dartmouth, Devon, United Kingdom
The Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta returns from Thursday 27th to Saturday 29th August 2026, with a Family Fun Weekend on 22–23 August and the Fireworks display set for Saturday 29th August at 9pm. One of the UK’s oldest rowing and sailing events (first recorded in 1822), the Regatta combines high-level competition—rowing, dinghy, pilot gig, keelboat, and yacht races—with riverside entertainment. Highlights include the iconic Regatta River Parade, live music, a raft race, family-friendly activities onshore, and a spectacular backdrop of the River Dart and South Hams coastline. The event is free to attend, supported by public donations and sponsorship.
Disclaimer: Event details are provided for general information & may change without notice. Please check with organisers before attending.

Apricity Trio at 'Music on the Mount'
2026-09-11 19:30 - 21:00 | St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham, St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham, Dinham Road, Exeter, EX4 4EB, United Kingdom
Performing at St Michael & All Angels as part of the highly-anticipated ‘Music on the Mount’ classical music series, Apricity Trio formed in 2023 by Royal College of Music students Madelaine Napier, Alicja Kojder and Nathan Quilter, and are an exceptional young ensemble mentored by artists including Jakob Kullberg and Sinéad O’Halloran, and already performing in London, Wales, and Denmark. Their adventurous programmes balance beloved classics with rare and overlooked works that deserve far wider audiences, delivered with warmth, flair, and real musical maturity. With local appearances at St Michael’s already under their belt, this series is a wonderful opportunity to bring their talent to new Exeter audiences.
Programme
Kahn Serenade in F minor Op 73
John Ireland Clarinet Trio in D minor
Brahms Clarinet Trio in A minor

Autumn Wells Soup
2026-09-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Wells, Wells, United Kingdom
Enjoy a welcoming community lunch held in the wonderful space of Wells Cathedral while helping to fund local charities and projects. You will receive a bowl of freshly prepared soup and bread, prepared by Fresh & Good, and listen to four local groups explain how they plan to use the funding.
At the end of the talks, you will cast a vote to decide which project receives the largest share of the money raised. This is a simple and enjoyable way to support your community and meet new people.
Minimum donation: £7 per person (includes soup, bread and a vote).
Location: Wells Cathedral, Cathedral Green, Wells BA5 2UE
Please arrive early to secure your space. Doors open: 12.40pm.

CORNWALL HOME IMPROVEMENT AND SELF BUILD SHOW 2026
2026-10-03 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Royal Cornwall Events Centre, Whitecross, Wadebridge, PL27 7JE
Whether you’re embarking on your first renovation project, building a new home, adding the finishing touches, or simply looking for inspiration, Cornwall Home Improvement & Self Build Show will help make your dream a reality.
Cornwall Home Improvement & Self Build Show
Sat 3rd & Sun 4th October
Royal Cornwall Event Centre
Sat 10am – 4pm
Sun 10am – 4pm

Martin Roscoe
2026-10-03 19:30 - 21:00 | St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham, St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham, Dinham Road, Exeter, EX4 4EB, United Kingdom
Performing at St Michael & All Angels as part of the highly-anticipated ‘Music on the Mount’ classical music series, Martin Roscoe has a career spanning over five decades and is one of the UK’s most loved and respected pianists, with a repertoire encompassing over 100 concertos and more than 600 broadcasts including seven BBC Proms appearances. His extensive discography for Hyperion, Chandos, and Naxos reflects the breadth and intellectual depth of his musical interests. Described by the Daily Telegraph as a pianist who “both thinks and offers full-blooded playing of breadth and depth”, his presence in this concert series is a significant draw for audiences across the region.
Programme
Mozart: Fantasy in D minor K.397
Schumann: Kinderszenen Op.15
Beethoven: Sonata in C sharp minor Op. 27/2 “ Moonlight “
Chopin: Barcarolle Op. 60
John Ireland: An Island Spell
Ireland: Amberley Wild Brooks
Debussy: Reflets dans l’eau
Liszt: La lugubre gondola, No. 2
Liszt: Legend No. 2 “St. Francis of Paola Walking On The Waters”

Dumnonii Consort at 'Music on the Mount'
2026-11-06 19:30 - 21:00 | St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham, St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham, Dinham Road, Exeter, EX4 4EB, United Kingdom
Performing at St Michael & All Angels as part of the highly-anticipated ‘Music on the Mount’ classical music series, artistic director Matthew Jeffrey founded this eight-part vocal ensemble in 2023, comprising high-calibre professional singers based in Exeter, many associated with the Cathedral choir and performing across the UK and internationally. Their repertoire spans the full sweep of classical vocal music, from the intricacy of early polyphony to the present day, and their performances are widely praised for their beauty, emotional depth, and commanding ensemble presence. Taking its name from the ancient Celtic tribe who inhabited Devon and Cornwall, the Consort brings a strong sense of regional identity to everything they do, performing at Exeter Cathedral, Exeter University Chapel, and this spring at Buckfast Abbey.
Programme
Anon: Requiem aeternum
Philip Moore: Prayers of Dietrich Bonhoeffer
John Taverner: Funeral Ikos
James MacMillan: Miserere
Victoria: Missa de defunctis a6
