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TALKS

TALK: The National Coastwatch Institution

18th Nov 2026, 10:45 am

What goes on in that tower on Daddyhole Plain? The history, work and the eyes along the coast of the National Coastwatch Institution.

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TALKS

TALK: Cornish Mining Technology

24th Nov 2026, 10:45 am

Klaas Peter (known to friends as ‘KP’!) discusses the history of and technological developments involved in the Cornish mining industry over the centuries.

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TALKS

TALK: A Tudor Christmas

25th Nov 2026, 10:45 am

Appearing in full period costume as Katherine Raleigh, mother to Sir Walter Raleigh, speaker and author Rosemary Griggs brings the festivities, feasting and fun of a Tudor Christmas to life in a lively presentation interspersed with songs from the peasant David. Travel back in time and discover the etiquette, the menu and the customs of a 16th century Christmas.

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