Community Information

Beware rip currents....

Monday June 1st 2026 to Sunday June 21st 2026

Please be aware of rip currents when visiting Cornwall’s beaches. Rip currents can quickly pull even strong swimmers out to sea.

Look out for calmer or darker patches of water, gaps in the waves, or darker choppy water moving steadily away from the shore, or foam, seaweed or debris being pulled offshore.

Swim between the flags where lifeguards are on duty, avoid swimming alone, and check local conditions before entering the water.

If you’re caught in a rip current, stay calm, float, raise your hand for help and swim parallel to the shore until you’re free of the current.

If you see someone in difficulty in the water, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

Source: Cornwall Council

Annual Garden & Allotments Competition 2026

Monday June 1st 2026 to Friday June 19th 2026

Do you have a garden space in Truro? Truro City Council are hosting the Annual Garden and Allotment Competition and you can enter today!

There are 15 different Classes to enter from Urban Gardens to Communal Gardens, Vegetable Gardens to Patio Gardens and many more!

You can access the entry form at :

Via the Truro City Council website - www.truro.gov.uk

Physical copies can be picked up from: Truro Community Library and Truro Visitor Information Centre.

The deadline for entries is 12.00pm on Friday 19th June 2026.

Please note that this competition is only open to residents of Truro. Allotment tenants are automatically entered.

Judging will take place on Thursday 25 June 2026.

Source: Truro City Council

Road Closure in the Carnon Valley

Monday June 1st 2026 to Friday June 12th 2026

ADVANCE NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURES FOR DRAINAGE WORKS SOUTH OF CARNON DOWNS

OLD CARNON HILL / NORTH GRANGE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE ROAD

Until 12th June 2026 - 24 hours a day

The roads From Pendower on Old Carnon Hill to the crossroads and from the junction at Grenna Lane to North Grange Industrial Estate will be closed, 24 hours a day for drainage improvement works, but over two phases.

Phase 1 : Until 5th June: Grenna Lane to the crossroads at the foot of Old Carnon Hill will be closed

Phase 2: 8th June - 12th June: the lower half of Old Carnon Hill will be closed

Diversions will be in place and signs will be up.

Any queries should be directed to Cormac Solutions Ltd on 0300 1234 222.

Source: Feock Parish Council

Summer Fun Run on 16th August - in aid of Cornwall Mind

Tuesday June 2nd 2026 to Sunday August 16th 2026 at the Trelissick Gardens

Go Bright Fun Run – for Cornwall Mind!

Wear your most colourful clothes and bring your biggest smiles! Be your brightest at this summer’s 'Go Bright Fun Run' for Cornwall Mind!

Join us on Sunday 16th August at 9am at National Trust - Trelissick, near Truro, for a fun-filled morning where you can run, walk, skip or dance along a bespoke scenic route created especially for us by the National Trust, creating a safe, contained area, so the run is ideal for everyone and especially for families with young children.

Choose between a one mile or two mile loop and enjoy the stunning views as you run past the ancient oaks and weave through private parkland, starting and finishing at the stately Trelissick House.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity for all the family to get active and enjoy the great outdoors!

Tickets include:

A free Callestick Farm ice cream voucher

Access to a unique route in a safe, contained area

Harry Rabbit Promotions custom-made medals, kindly sponsored by RRLCornwall Accountants

A Cornwall Mind race number

Family fun goodies

Prizes for the Best and Brightest Costumes including treats from Kernow Chocolate!

Sign up today – head over to our website for all the details, FAQs, fundraising information and ticket link – www.cornwallmind.org/news

Get an early bird 15 % discount off your tickets when you book in June – just use the code BRIGHT at point of sale.

01208 892 855 info@cornwallmind.org

Source: Cornwall Mind

Mamma Mia!

Tuesday June 2nd 2026 to Saturday June 13th 2026, 7:30pm at the Hall for Cornwall

A long run for this smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA. Also matinees at 2.30 pm each Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Group rate available. Age recommendation 6+.

Hall for Cornwall - www.hallforcornwall.co.uk or 01872 262466

Sunshine Cafes - at Malabar and Moresk

Wednesday June 3rd 2026 to Friday July 10th 2026, 10:00am

June Shrimpton will be delivering her next free Flexibility, Strength and Balance Training as part of the Sunshine Café Community Hub at the Moresk Centre in Truro on Friday 12th June from 11.30am – 12.30pm. The next dates after that are: 10th July, and 14th August 2026.

The class will take place for an hour, use chairs, and is accessible for attendees to improve their flexibility, strength and balance. These sessions are open to all ages and abilities, no need to book - just turn up!

AND....

The CHAOS Group Community Health and Wellbeing Workers (CHWW) are hosting 'Creative Drop In' sessions at the Sunshine Café Community Hubs.

Malabar Community Centre, Truro

First Wednesday of every month

Next session: Wednesday 3rd June

10.00am - 1.00pm

The Moresk Centre, Truro

First Friday of the month

Next session: Friday 5th June

11.00am - 12.30pm

There is no need to book - just drop in.

These sessions are part of the Sunshine Café Community Hub, where there will be free tea, coffee and biscuits. The hubs are not just there for residents, but open to all.

Source: Truro City Council

CHBN/Truro Hospital Radio Open Studios

Thursday June 4th 2026, 10:00am at the Elizabeth Sanders Studios, Tower Block, Royal Cornwall Hospital

Come one and all to visit CHBN's studios between 10 am and 2 pm, and then between 8 - 10 pm. We are in the basement of the Tower Block, the first door on the right along the corridor between the lifts. Come and meet our volunteers and see our state of the art digital broadcasting kit. Maybe you might like the idea of volunteering with Cornwall's first local radio station. You can find out what it is all about here.

CHBN Open Day

Thursday June 4th 2026, 10:00am

Come and visit CHBN's studios on Thursday 4th June between 10 am and 2 pm, and then again between 8 - 10 pm.

We are in the basement of the Tower Block, the first door on the right along the corridor between the lifts.

Come and meet our volunteers and see our state-of-the-art digital broadcasting kit.

Maybe you might like the idea of volunteering with Cornwall's first local radio station?

You can find out what it is all about here.

www.chbnradio.org

Source: CHBN - Your Community and Hospital Radio Station

Lunchtime Organ Concert

Thursday June 4th 2026, 1:10pm at the Truro Cathedral

Weekly organ recital, this week Will Fielding will be playing. Free to attend, donation appreciated.

Truro Cathedral - www.trurocathedral.org.uk or 01872 276782

Simon Brew - Film Stories Live Tour

Thursday June 4th 2026, 7:00pm at the Plaza Cinema

A lively, nerdy deep dive into the stories behind your favourite films. A unique night out for film fans with special guest Mark Kermode. I did not see anything on the website about this, so for more details phone the cinema.

Plaza Cinema, Lemon Street - www.wtwcinemas.co.uk or 01872 272894

Showaddywaddy

Thursday June 4th 2026, 8:00pm at the Regal Theatre, Redruth

Still going strong from the 1970s. Tickets from £30 (including fees). Visit the website for more details and to book.

Regal Theatre, Redruth - www.redruth.merlincinemas.co.uk or 01209 216278

Akoostica!

Thursday June 4th 2026, 8:00pm at the Old Ale House

Open mic for singers, musicians, storytellers - all performers. Come to play or just to listen.

Old Ale House, Quay Street - www.theoldalehousetruro.co.uk or 01872 719462

Historic Walking Tour

Friday June 5th 2026, 10:00am at the Tourist Information Centre

Join poet and historian Bert Biscoe for a guided walk in the centre of Truro to learn about the history and characters of the city. £7.50 pp. Visit the website for more details and to book.

Tourist Information Centre, Boscowen St. - www.visittruro.org.uk or 01872 274555

Author Talk: Jane Chard

Friday June 5th 2026, 1:00pm at the Truro Community Library

Jane Chard is a crime author and award-winning film and TV drama producer. Free event.

Truro Community Library - www.cornwall.gov.uk/libraries or 0300 1234 111

Arborist Acoustic Night

Friday June 5th 2026, 6:00pm at the The Arborist Cafe, Killow Estate, TR36AG

Outdoor live music from Bailey Tomknson, weather permitting, free to attend.

Tommy Scott Duo

Friday June 5th 2026, 7:00pm at the Old Bakery Studios

Hit songs of 90' Band Space. Tel 01872 278804 for more details and to book.

Old Bakery Studios, Malpas Road - www.oldbakerystudios.co.uk or 01872 278804

Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons

Friday June 5th 2026, 7:30pm at the Truro Cathedral

A tribute act concert by candlelight with tickets between £10 and £60 depending on where you sit. Visit the website for more details and to book.

Truro Cathedral - www.trurocathedral.org.uk or 01872 276782

Philleigh Folk Club

Friday June 5th 2026, 7:30pm at the Veryan St Symphorian Church, TR2 5QA

The folk club present Katie Spencer. Tickets £12 from the Tourist Information Centre, call in to the office in Boscowen Street or visit www.visittruro.org.uk.

Motown Pirates

Friday June 5th 2026, 7:30pm at the Tapyard, Riverside, Newham, TR1 2DP

80s music live - dance the night away with feel good tunes. Free event.

email thetapyard@skinnersbrewery.com 01872 271885

What's On Live Event in Carnon Downs

Saturday June 6th 2026, 10:00am

Only a few days until the 'What's On Live' event at Carnon Downs Methoidist Church in Carnon Downs.

Saturday 6th June - 10am - 2pm.

There will be lots of groups coming along to tell you all about what they do including Cornwall Cat Centre, The Waterside Churches Tots & Toys, Jozef's Dream CIC, Carnon Downs Bowls Club, Devoran Pilot Gig Club, Carnon Downs Community Association, U3A Carrick, Carnon Downs IT Class, Sunbeams playgroup and lots more!

There will be ice creams with The Spider Van, FREE facepainting with Kerry's Krazy Faces and delicious cakes and tea and coffee provided by the The Hub Carnon Community Methodist Church volunteers.

Not only that but CHBN, your local community radio station, will be there....!

Source: Feock Parish Council

'What's On Live Event' in Carnon Downs

Saturday June 6th 2026, 10:00am

Only a few days until the 'What's On Live' event at the Carnon Downs Methodist Church in Carnon Downs.

It's on Saturday 6th June - 10am - 2pm.

There will be lots of groups coming along to tell you all about what they do including Cornwall Cat Centre, The Waterside Churches Tots & Toys, Jozef's Dream CIC, Carnon Downs Bowls Club, Devoran Pilot Gig Club, Carnon Downs Community Association, U3A Carrick, Carnon Downs IT Class, Sunbeams playgroup and lots more!

There will be ice creams with The Spider Van, FREE facepainting with Kerry's Krazy Faces and delicious cakes and tea and coffee provided by the The Hub Carnon Community Methodist Church volunteers.

Not only that but CHBN, your local community radio station, will be there....!

Source: Feock Parish Council

Good Times - A Tribute to the Music of Nile Rogers

Saturday June 6th 2026, 7:00pm at the Old Bakery Studios

Playing the music of Chic, Sister Sledge, Daft Punk, Duran Duran and more. Tickets £22.38. Visit the website to book.

Old Bakery Studios, Malpas Road - www.oldbakerystudios.co.uk or 01872 278804

The Helix

Saturday June 6th 2026, 9:00pm at the Old Ale House

An upbeat pop and rock band. All welcome.

Old Ale House, Quay Street - www.theoldalehousetruro.co.uk or 01872 719462

Park Yoga

Sunday June 7th 2026, 9:30am at the Boscawen Park

A free outdoor yoga session in the park - all welcome.

Lunch at the Long Table

Sunday June 7th 2026, 12:00pm at the Truro Cathedral

A communal picnic lunch at the Cathedral for Volunteers Week for team members, volunteers, visitors and congregation. Bring your own lunch and enjoy meeting and chatting to other members of the Truro Community.

Truro Cathedral - www.trurocathedral.org.uk or 01872 276782

Bandstand Concert

Sunday June 7th 2026, 2:30pm at the Victoria Gardens

This week the concert will be from Mevagissey Ladies Choir.

Bandstand Concerts in Victoria Gardens - 2026 summer season

Sunday June 7th 2026 to Sunday September 27th 2026, 2:30pm at the Victoria Gardens

Truro City Council is pleased to remind you of their free Bandstand Concert series at Victoria Gardens this summer. This year’s lineup extends over four months, bringing local performances suitable for all ages to enjoy and forms part of the Council’s annual events programme.

The next concert of the season will be on Sunday 7th June: Mevagissey Ladies Choir

The concerts will take place every Sunday until 27th September, providing residents and visitors with the opportunity to enjoy live music in the peaceful gardens. Each concert will run from 14.30 - 16.00. They are free to attend, and no prior booking is required.

'Pollen In The Park' - the cafe in the Gardens - located next to the Bandstand in Victoria Gardens, will be open daily throughout the season, offering a variety of refreshments and treats to purchase during the performances. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs for comfortable seating.

Please note that these concerts are weather dependent. In the event of bad weather, Victoria Gardens and Pollen may close, resulting in the cancellation of any concert scheduled for that day.

For more information and to view the full programme of concerts, please go to Visit Truro’s website at: www.facebook.com/visittruro or at www.visittruro.org.uk

Source: Truro City Council