Falmouth Week Programme 2018

10th - 19th August 2018

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Official Programme falmouthweek.co.uk

Welcome to Falmouth Week 2018 Falmouth Week is a major attraction for locals and visitors alike. With its origins as a local sailing regatta dating back at least as far as 1837, the week has evolved into not only a major sailing competition in the South West but also an opportunity for sailors and landlubbers to enjoy the many daytime and evening events in the town.

KEY DATES All Week Falmouth Week on The Moor (see page 4)

Friday 10th August Pink Wig Event (see page 3)

Saturday 11th August Falmouth Marching Carnival (see page 5)

Listen to Cornwall’s Number 1 More Music Station for information about Falmouth Week. www.piratefm.co.uk

Sunday 12th - Saturday 18th August Falmouth Week Regatta Racing (see page 8)

Tuesday 14th August Family Fun Day, town including Custom House Quay (see page 9)

Tuesday 14th August RAF Red Arrows Display, seafront (see page 9)

12th - 18th August

Regatta 10th - 15th August

Big Wheel Prince of Wales Pier £3 per ride.

Tuesday 14th August Action Sports Tour (see page 9)

Wednesday 15th August The Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show, Events Square (see pages 10 & 11)

Friday 17th August Science in the Square, by University of Exeter, Events Square (see page 13)

Friday 17th August Epic 80s v 90s Extravaganza, Events Square (see page 12)

Saturday 18th August True Butterflies Foundation, Comic and Movie Fest, Events Square (see page 14)

Sunday 19th August Jethro Comedy Show, Events Square (see pages 10 & 11)

Dates for Falmouth Week 2019 Fri 9th – Sun 18th August www.falmouthweek.co.uk 2

Sunday 19th August Dragonboat event, inner harbour (see page 14)

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The Moor 10th - 18th August

Falmouth Week on The Moor 10 - 7pm The Moor plays host to markets, showcasing artisan makers and producers in the South West. See the space transformed with outside seating, a bar, street food, market stalls and live acoustic music from some of the hottest up and coming acts in the region. So you can sit back, relax in a deckchair and soak up the sunshine.

10th - 18th August

Climbing Wall on The Moor 10 - 7pm FREE The army will be on hand with a climbing wall which is free for all to use, subject to certain requirements.

14th, 15th, 16th August

Family Art Workshops on The Moor, led by Falmouth Art Gallery 11 - 3pm FREE Drop in and join us for movement themed making activities.

10th - 19th August

RAF Red Arrows Simulator 10th - 15th August on The Moor 16th - 19th August Prince of Wales Pier 10am – 7pm Enjoy the thrills of the RAF Red Arrows display team and Tornado fighter experience of the simulator! £4 per ride.

13th – 17th August

Storytime with Falmouth Library 11am on The Moor FREE

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Regatta Schedule A tradition for Falmouth Week, each club hosts a days racing as part of the week as well as regatta teas for the competitors at the end of the day.

You can find out much more by visiting falmouthweek.co.uk/sailing-regatta.

Saturday 11th Skippers Briefing – location and time TBC in line with notice of race and sailing instructions.

Sunday 12th Helford River Sailing Club

Teas at 4.30pm, prize giving at 6pm.

Teas at 4.30pm, prize giving at 6pm.

Monday 13th Mylor Sailing Club Tuesday 14th Restronguet Sailing Club Teas at 4.30pm, prize giving at 6pm.

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Prize Giving at 6pm at Royal Cornwall Yacht Club.

Thursday 16th Royal Cornwall Yacht Club Teas at 4:30pm, prize giving at 6pm.

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Saturday 18th Flushing Sailing Club Teas at 4.30pm, prize giving at 6pm.

Teas at 4:30pm, prize giving at 6pm.

Wednesday 15th Ancasta Champagne Race Day

Friday 17th St Mawes Sailing Club

Pennants of the seven sailing clubs involved with Falmouth Week.

Family Fun Day Tuesday 14th August

RAF Red Arrows Display Falmouth Bay Display time 6.15pm You can join Red 10 on Cliff Road for a full run through of aerial manoeuvres with his exciting commentary. Or why not position yourself at one of the many great vantage points along the seafront to enjoy this spectacular show over Falmouth Bay?

SPONSORED

BY THESE PARTNERS: falmouthtowncouncil.co.uk

pendennis.com

falmouth.ac.uk

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gyllybeach.com

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Tuesday 14th August

Tuesday 14th August

Action Sports Tour

RNLI on The Quay

Church Street Car Park

Custom House Quay

Times: 1pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm & 4.30pm World famous action sports tour will be joining us on Church Street Car Park for a full day of displays and have a go taster sessions.

Noon until late A day of free fun, music and entertainment on the quay with various stalls including the RAF and Royal Navy as well as a water polo tournament at 7pm! Head down to Custom House Quay for some free family friendly fun.

For travel information see page 18/19 and Falmouthweek.co.uk

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Friday 17th August

The Epic 80s v 90s Extravaganza (over 18s only) Events Square Doors open 7.30pm Falmouth Week proudly presents this renowned ultimate party night with an 80s/90s dance DJ as well as live performances from Go West and Snap! Dress code: 80s/90s icons, neon power and big smiles! Age restrictions: strictly over 18s only.

SPONSORED BY:

Falmouth Week Fireworks Falmouth Harbour 10pm Watch the fireworks illuminate the inner harbour and the stunning backdrop that Falmouth has to offer. Please note, the display will be postponed to Saturday 18th August if the weather is poor.

Go West

Science in the Square

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weird science’ join scientists from the university of exeter’s penryn campus

12 – 4pm FRIDAY 17 AUGUST EVENTS SQUARE, FALMOUTH www.falmouthweek.co.uk www.exeter.ac.uk/scienceinthesquare

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Saturday 18th August

Comic and Movie Fest Events Square 10am - 3pm FREE Featuring special celebrity guests, photo opportunities, comic book illustrators, cosplayers, competitions and so much more...

“We are True Butterflies, this summer we are asking comic and movie fans to come together in aid of a new part of our charity which is called Little Wings. This is to support children and families who have suffered from domestic abuse. “ It would be great to see as many of you there as possible, to have a fun day for a worthy cause! Big kids, little kids and grown ups – come along dressed as your favourite character.

Organised by and in aid of True Butterflies Foundation, this free event promises to be a great day out for comic book and movie fans of all ages!

Sunday 19th August

Dragon Boat Racing Falmouth Harbour 10am onwards Dragon boating is a fun filled, adrenaline pumping, water sports activity. Teams compete in Dragon Boats, which are large canoe-like vessels fitted with ornately carved dragon’s heads and tails. Crews of up to 16 people sit in pairs and paddle to compete in multiple timed races over distances of around 250m.

Each boat has a drummer beating time to keep the paddlers in unison and a professional helmsperson in the stern to guide the boat. www.dragonboatevents.com Call 07718393087 for info

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Thank you!

We also want to thank the sponsors, supporters and contributors of Falmouth Week 2018

falmouthtowncouncil.co.uk

falmouth.co.uk

pofsa.co.uk

ap-group.co.uk

falmouthharbour.co.uk

freemanswharf.com

mylor.com/marine-team

piratefm.co.uk

falmouthhaven.co.uk

exeter.ac.uk/cornwall

southwestbarsandevents.co.uk

sharpsbrewery.co.uk

hayesparsons.co.uk

cornwallmarine.net

falmouthfestivals.co.uk

cornishhorizons.co.uk

rnli.org

hottubhideaways.com

dragonboatevents.com

sykescottages.co.uk

ancasta.com

hardingwakefield.com

dalescornwall.co.uk

greenbank-hotel.co.uk

holidaycottages.co.uk

stayincornwall.co.uk

visitfalmouth.com

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Travel Information IMPORTANT Please note Tuesday 14th August the town will be extremely busy, allow extra time for travelling and use the various options of public transport. There will be delays, especially after the display so why not head into town to enjoy all that Falmouth has to offer?

Falmouth Road Closures & Parking Roads in Falmouth’s town centre will be pedestrianised on Tues 14th August from 11am to 11pm. Church Street Car Park and Custom House Quay Car Park will be closed all day.

Other Car Parks open as usual.

During the Red Arrows Display the seafront will be closed to traffic from 3pm.

St Mawes Ferry Additional evening service from Falmouth Prince of Wales Pier at 8.15pm, from St Mawes 8.45pm.

Bus & Trains Services will follow their usual timetables. Great Western Rail now operates a later service on the Maritime Line. The last train from Falmouth Town station is at 11.14pm.

Town Shuttle Bus 366 Townlink operates 9am to 5pm from/to Falmouth Moor, last service leaves the Moor at 4.40pm. 367 Shorelink operates 9.40am to 4.15pm from/to Falmouth Moor, last service leaves the Moor at 3.40pm.

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Flushing Access for residents only.

No parking facilities for visitors.

Craft and ship movements during the aerobatic display will be restricted and a Port Notice to Mariners will be issued.

For travel information please listen to updates on Pirate FM. www.falmouth.co.uk/travelresources

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General Information Regatta Information

Thank you!

The organisers of Falmouth Week would like to thank numerous volunteers that have supported the event.

This program was designed and produced with kind support from Eight Wire. www.eightwire.uk

Race Office 01326 211555 or email: raceoffice@falmouthweek.co.uk

Tickets for Events Square All tickets for events on Events Square are available online at www.seetickets.com Box office open on Events Square from 27th July and throughout Falmouth Week.

Box Office line: 07444 825 293 www.southwestbarsandevents.co.uk/ falmouth-week

Branding and front cover design by

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Information correct at time of going to print, activities are subject to change without prior notice.

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