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Oct 1- 2	The Boconnoc House Michaelmas Fair Gifts galore!  If you are searching for something original, something different or that special gift for someone special there is bound to be a gift here for you. Enquiries 01962 760554 Boconnock House and Gardens PL22 0RG - signed off the A390 at East Taphouse between Lostwithiel and Liskeard.
Oct 3	Callington Honey Fair On the first Wednesday in October, the Honey Fair boasts street traders, entertainers and exhibitors from far afield. This established tradition was revived in 1978 and is now run by Callington Lions Club. Attractions usually include street and charity stalls, a shop window competition and a visiting Fun Fair.
tba	Eden Project Fun Run, Marathon and Half Marathon The Eden Project’s marathon and half-marathon, two of the UK’s most picturesque and challenging races.Both races take place simultaneously and begin and end in the shadow of Eden’s Biomes. The route runs through the changing landscape of the clay country, an area of mid-Cornwall whose landscape is dominated by the china clay industry. It takes in clay pits and tips, beautiful woodland and even parts where you can see both of Cornwall’s coasts on a clear day. During the race, the Eden Project will have bands, choirs and activities available for waiting family and friends, who will be given free admission. The Eden site will be open throughout the day for those who want to take the time to explore the Biomes and outdoor gardens. At the end of the races, runners will be treated to perhaps the most deserved pint and pasty of their lives and every finisher takes away a medal, t-shirt and goody bag. The day before the big races will see younger runners travel “around the world” in Eden’s one-mile fun run, through both the Rainforest and Mediterranean Biomes as well as Eden’s outdoor gardens. For marathon and half-marathon runners, the Saturday will see Eden host a pre-race pasta party where runners can pack in the carbohydrates and have the opportunity to socialise with their fellow athletes. Entries for all races are now being accepted. Places cost £30 for the marathon and £23 for the half-marathon with a £2 discount for affiliated runners, to book see www.edenproject.com/marathon .
Oct 10	Tavistock Goosey Fair Tavistock plays host to an annual fair dating back to the 12th Century. Farmers brought their geese for sale, and drove them through the streets to the Market. Although this practice has virtually stopped, it is still possible to obtain goose lunches at the various restaurants and cafes in the town on that day. The fair attracts market traders and showmen from all over the Country. Stalls and side-shows are set up in the centre of the Town, and the adjacent roads are filed with over 200 traders. Information: 01822 617232
Oct 11- 14	Falmouth Oyster Festival Celebrating the start of the oyster dredging season and the diversity of Cornish seafood this festival gets bigger and better every year with lively markets, entertainment, chef’s challenges and cookery demos.  http://www.falmouthoysterfestival.co.uk/
Oct 27 8pm	Carnglaze Caverns - Elkie Brooks www.carnglaze.com
tba	Ice skating @ The Eden Project - October Half-Term - February Half-Term The magical ice rink returns just in time for half-term. The ice rink stays open through winter up until February half-term. General skating sessions commence on the hour, last 40 minutes and cost £5 including skate hire.For more information, or to book lessons, parent and toddler or chilly penguin sessions, please contact our Box Office on 01726 811972, or book online. Please note, admission tickets must be purchased to gain entry to the ice rink. Once an admission ticket is purchased and Gift Aided it allows unlimited entry to Eden for 12 months from the date of your first visit.
tba	Liskeard Prime Stock Show. A chance for local farmers and growers to show their livestock and for local families to display cookery, flowers, vegetables, handicrafts and children's classes. Liskeard Cattle Market, 9am-12 noon and Liskeard Public Hall 1pm-4pm. For more details and schedules contact Hon. Secretary Jackie Martin on 01579 345735 or Hon. Secretary Jill Chapman on 01579 362082

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