Events

FOWEY ROYAL REGATTA

Website: www.iwalkcornwall.co.uk/walk/par

Distance: 3miles

One of the UK’s best known sailing events with a long history.

Fowey Royal Regatta is held every August and is one of Britain’s premier sailing events. However, not all the action takes place on the water; there’s plenty to keep landlubbers entertained, from children’s entertainment to the famous Giant Pasty ceremony. The event includes boat races, the Carnival procession, fireworks, crab-catching and harbour swim, the Giant Pasty ceremony, flora dance and, of course, Fowey Town Band. Plus live music throughout the week. A week of memories to treasure forever.

The Regatta has a long & proud history, having attracted visitors including Queen Victoria, Prince Albert & Queen Elizabeth II. The Events during Regatta week are organised, marshalled and funded by the Fowey Royal Regatta Committee, an entirely voluntary organisation whose members give freely of their time and effort.

Fowey Christmas Market

Website: http://foweychristmasmarket.co.uk

Distance: 3miles

Fowey Christmas Market held in December is one of Cornwall’s most magical festive events, attracting tens of thousands of visitors to the quaint harbour town of Fowey, which comes alive with festive merriment, Christmas shopping, seasonal music, and a smorgasbord of quality locally produced food and drink, and festive gifts. Everyone is invited to celebrate the season with holiday shopping, delicious local fare, yuletide tipples, hand-crafted ornaments, entertainment, family fun, and much more.


ROCK OYSTER FESTIVAL

Website: www.rockoysterfestival.co.uk

Distance: 22miles

The Rock Oyster Festival is an award nominated 4-day Festival and camping holiday in July located on the banks of the Camel Estuary on the Cornish Coast. Day tickets available

A family friendly line-up of incredible music from the UK’s biggest artists and mouth-watering food from Michelin-starred chefs to produce led and creative food experiences, as well as an extensive adventure and wellbeing programme and plenty of family entertainment for everyone!