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Events at Carwinion

Carwinion hosts a variety of high quality family events throughout the year from fun days among the gunnera to engaging summer theatre in the garden. Carwinion is also an ideal location for private parties. See below for news of the latest planned events.

Guests at theatre events are encouraged to bring a picnic and perhaps a bottle of wine to enjoy the experience of Cornish garden theatre thoroughly.

Don't forget that the Carwinion kitchen will normally be open to offer light refreshments. It's best to come prepared so think about a rug, cushions or deckchairs. You may need warm woollies or light coats for later in the evening.

Upcoming events

Reviews of previous events


Upcoming events


Fine Art course in Beautiful White Plaster
Date Sat & Sun 27th & 28th April 2013

Details

Two Day Weekend Course at Carwinion Gardens

  • Create a stunning work of art
  • Immerse yourselves in a new world
  • Unleash intangible artistic impulses
  • Understand the versatility of plaster
  • Ideal for beginners and Improvers
  • Learn new tricks of the trade
  • Impress your couch potato friends
  • All materials provided
  • Led by international artist

Tickets

Cost £30 per person, places limited and filling fast!

For enrollment and further details: mrmackenzie@blueyonder.co.uk
or call John on 07932 088095


Waiting for Godot
Date Sunday 1st September 2013

Details

This summer Miracle Theatre demonstrates why Waiting for Godot, once famously described as a play in which ‘nothing happens, twice’, is one of the most profound, moving and funny plays ever written. Both deadly serious and seriously funny, Beckett’s timeless masterpiece explores what makes us tick with clarity, dramatic force and genuine humour.
Here’s a perfect reason to spend an evening under the stars: a stellar cast of Miracle’s best known actors performing a masterpiece that challenges all certainties while proving a perfect remedy for disillusion!

Tickets

19.30 start
Tickets from Carwinion or Hall for Cornwall

Adults £12.00
Concessions £10.00
Children £8.00

For further details visit: www.miracletheatre.co.uk
or call John on 07932 088095


Plant sale
Date September - TBC

Details

Plant sale at Carwinion, details to follow.

Tickets

TBC


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Winter Exhibition 2011: John Dyer & Joanne Short
Date Saturday 10th December 2011, 11am to 1pm
Details

John Dyer is exhibitiing a new collection of work that celebrates his experiences in the Cornish landscape. Snowball fights, live music under the stars, twinkling lights and family adventures to special Cornish places are all combined in this delightful new set of work.

Joanne Short has been working on a spectacular new series of oils. Her unique approach to painting lends itself to her coice of subject matter. For christmas this year she is presenting a collection of work that combines all of her unique qualities. She will also be exhibiting a small series of hand built and painted ceramics.

 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Miracle Theatre Co presents The Death of Sherlock Holmes
Date Bank Holiday Monday, August 29, 2011
Details

The much-loved Miracle Theatre Company are back for 2011 with a darkly comic adaptation of the famous super sleuth's greatest ever challenge.

Follow the twists and turns and try and solve the mystery for yourself as Miracle present another witty, high energy performance.

Refreshments will be available from the Carwinion kitchen so don't forget to bring a blanket, warm clothes for when the sun goes down and maybe a bottle of wine.

 

 
 
 
 
 

 

 

 


Fun Dog Show
Date Sunday, June 5, 2011
Details

Dog lovers brought their canine companions along to our fun dog show on Sunday, June 5.

Carwinion's Jane Rogers and Kerri Scott organised the day in aid of the MS Society, in conjunction with Marlborough School.

Two and four-legged visitors enjoyed the just for fun dog classes, as well as cream teas, face painting, miniature garden or vegetable person making for children and trips around the gardens.

 

 
 
 
 
 

 

 

 


Cornwall Wildlife Trust Open Day
Date Saturday, April 23, 2011
Details

Carwinion hosted an open day in support of Cornwall Wildlife Trust on Easter Saturday.

Visitors enjoyed cream teas while finding out more about the work of the Trust in our wonderfully diverse natural environment, who were on hand to give information and raise awareness.

There was also wildlife gardening advice and a children's quiz.

 
 
 
 
 

 


Michael Whetman: Polar Correspondence
Date Until end of 2010.
Details

Local modern artist Michael Whetman created Polar Correspondence specially for Carwinion garden. Five slender rods std in a loose arc in front of our bamboo, beautifully highlighting the differences and similarities between the two.

The striking exhibit remained at Carwinion until the end of 2010.

 

 
 
 
 
 

 


Bring a Plant, Buy a Plant Day 2010
Date Saturday, September 25, 2010
Details

This popular event was back for 2010 by popular demand, once again raising funds for the MS Society. It was a must for anyone who enjoys gardens or gardening and a wonderful day out for the whole family.

People donated the most marvellous plants including donations from local nurseries.

There were exotics, rarities and curiosities and we also laid on a cake stall, raffle and refreshments.

 

Miracle Theatre Co presents: Romeo and Juliet
Date Bank Holiday Monday, August 30, 2010
Details

The fascinating Miracle Theatre Company once again performed before the backdrop of Carwinion’s gardens on the gorgeously sunny late summer bank holiday.

Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet was given Miracle’s unique magic touch and delivered a version of the classic never seen before.

As ever, guests took in the performance settled on picnic blankets with refreshments provided by Carwinion. Miracle should be back again next year with another fabulous outdoor show, check back nearer the time for more details.

 

Summer Exhibition 2010: John Dyer & Joanne Short
Date Sunday, July 18, 2010
Details

Carwinion was delighted to host a private view reception for Falmouth’s John Dyer Gallery. The event was a great success and was one of the highlights of the Cornwall's arts calender for 2010.

Well known for their lively and colourful artwork, John Dyer and Joanne Short presented a stunning collection of paintings by artists exploring all of the aspects of Cornwall that inspire them. Fishing villages and picnics on the cliffs, crazy dogs and fishermen, wild flowers and the joy of the Cornish landscape.

 

Bring a Plant, Buy a Plant Day 2009
Date Saturday, October 3, 2009.
Details

In its tenth year in 2009, this fabulous event raised money for the MS Society. The day was a real treat for all ages, with Carwinion’s gorgeous gardens to explore, plenty of gardening and some family fun thrown in.


Miracle Theatre Co presents Tartuffe
Date Monday, August 31, 2009.
Details

Cornwall’s Miracle Theatre celebrated its 30th anniversary with an updated adaptation of Tartuffe, Molière’s sharpest comedy.

This masterclass in hypocrisy, as fresh and provoking as when it was banned in 1664, was perfectly suited to Miracle’s high energy outdoor performance style.

Guests enjoyed the show in Carwinion’s beautiful grounds and soaked up the sun with a picnic before cosying up with blankets after dark. We supplied plenty of hot drinks, cakes and biscuits.


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Polar Correspondence, Michael Whetman, 2010.
Polar Correspondence, Michael Whetman, 2010.
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