The Poly

24 Church St, Falmouth : 01326 319461
The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society

More information 25 June
Wednesday
06:00pm

UKGFF: As The Tide Comes In

FILMS: The 27 residents of the tiny island of Mandø are used to severe weather and flooding, but climate change is making things worse and serious catastrophe looms. Part of the UK Green Film Festival 2025.

More information 28 June
Saturday
06:15pm

UKGFF: Once Upon A Time In A Forest

FILMS: Unfolding as a modern fairy tale in the enchanting embrace of the Finnish forest, Once Upon A Time In A Forest is a hopeful ode to nature and its protectors. Part of the UK Green Film Festival 2025.

More information 30 June
Monday
10:00am

3-Day Intensive Throwing Course

WORKSHOPS: Returning for its 3rd year in a row, delve into the world of throwing with our popular 3-day intensive course at the Poly Pottery.

More information 3 July
Thursday
06:00pm

A Sea Adventure On Barnabas: To The Scottish Trees & Back!

TALKS: This is a tale of an epic journey to help ensure the future of Barnabas, the 143 year old dipping lugger & sole original survivor of thousands built along the Cornish coast.

More information 7 July
Monday
10:00am

3-Day Intensive Raku Course

WORKSHOPS: Returning for summer 2025, dive into the mesmerising world of Raku over three immersive days at Poly Pottery.

More information 10 July
Thursday
07:00pm

Ran (1985) (15)

FILMS: A reimagining of Shakespeare's King Lear set in feudal Japan, Ran tells the story of an aging warlord who, after spending his life consolidating his empire, decides to abdicate and divide his Kingdom amongst his three sons.

12 July
Saturday
11:00am

Preloved Pop-Up

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Bored with your wardrobe? Enjoy the thrill of finding something different to wear, but want to shop guilt-free by saving money and the planet? Come along to our Preloved Pop-Up clothing sale and help us raise money for Falmouth’s local arts venue, history archive and community-based charity.

More information 16 July
Wednesday
07:00pm

Adventures in Conspiracyland with Marianna Spring

TALKS: Join BBC Radio 4 presenter Marianna Spring as she her pulls back the curtain on the information battle threatening us all, revealing the consequences that lie beyond our screens. A Falmouth Book Festival Event.

More information 17 July
Thursday
06:30pm

The Ballad of Wallis Island (12A)

FILMS: Old tensions resurface when former bandmates who were former lovers reunite for a private show at the island home of an eccentric millionaire.

More information 18 July
Friday
07:30pm

Emily Slade

MUSIC: Launceston Folk Club presents: Emily Slade, an outstanding acoustic guitarist and singer-songwriter from North Hertfordshire. Her debut album ‘Shire Boy’ led to a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award nomination, and she now tours as part of the Phil Beer Band. Plus support from Essy Sparrow.

More information 4 August
Monday

Handbuilding Taster: Mugs

WORKSHOPS: Ever wanted to try your hand at pottery? Join our two-hour ceramics taster workshop and create your very own handmade mug under the expert guidance of our master potter, Karl Owen.

More information 8 August
Friday
06:00pm

A History of Witchcraft in Cornwall

TALKS: Pellers, charmers & Cunning Folk – A history of Witchcraft in Cornwall, a talk by Keith Wallis.

More information 21 August
Thursday
11:00am

Squashbox Theatre Presents: Stones & Bones

FAMILY: Find out all about fossils, archaeology, and dinosaur with Squashbox Theatre. Ages 4 plus!

More information 23 August
Saturday
07:30pm

Much Ado About Nothing & Macbeth

COMEDY: A Comedy Shakespeare Double Bill. Four Forty Theatre return for a raucous retelling of Much Ado About Nothing and Macbeth - The Comedy! Both performed in one night by only four actors in forty (ish!) minutes each!

More information 11 September
Thursday
06:30pm

6-Week Glaze Technology Course

WORKSHOPS: Learn the art of glaze creation—experiment, test, and master glaze technology in just 6 weeks.

More information 13 September
Saturday
07:30pm

Matt Price: Made in Cornwall

COMEDY: Comedian, yarn spinner and master of organised chaos brings his solo show to Falmouth. “Fearlessly funny” ★★★★the Scotsman

More information 18 September
Thursday
07:00pm

NT Live: Inter Alia (15)

FILMS: Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright?

More information 25 September
Thursday
06:00pm

A Romantic Idyll: J.M.W.Turner’s Views Of Devon & Cornwall

TALKS: Discover Turner’s pioneering vision of the South West through his art from Land’s End to Tintagel, Plymouth to Ilfracombe.

More information 30 September
Tuesday
07:00pm

Thrive: Solo Shows from Cornwall’s Fresh Voices

THEATRE: Discover Cornwall’s rising theatre voices in three original solo shows written and performed by local talent.

More information 30 October
Thursday
08:00pm

Radiohead X Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (PG)

FILMS: This reimagining of the iconic Nosferatu (1922) features Radiohead’s Kid A (2000) and Amnesiac (2001) albums.

More information 7 March
Saturday
07:30pm

Cally Beaton: Namaste Motherf*ckers

COMEDY: Quick-witted, unexpected and unapologetic insight into life in midlife. 'Gripping, perceptive and uplifting', Chortle

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More FilmsFilms // Coming up

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25 June
Wednesday
6:00pm

UKGFF: As The Tide Comes In

The 27 residents of the tiny island of Mandø are used to severe weather and flooding, but climate change is making things worse and serious catastrophe looms. Part of the UK Green Film Festival 2025.

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More ComedyComedy // Coming up

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23 August
Saturday
7:30pm

Much Ado About Nothing & Macbeth

A Comedy Shakespeare Double Bill. Four Forty Theatre return for a raucous retelling of Much Ado About Nothing and Macbeth - The Comedy! Both performed in one night by only four actors in forty (ish!) minutes each!

More information Check times : Book
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More MusicMusic // Coming up

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28 June
Saturday
3:00pm

Jazz At The Poly: Roberto Manzin Quartet

Fiery Italian saxophonist Roberto Manzin is one of the best-kept secrets on the contemporary jazz scene.

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More TheatreTheatre // Coming up

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26 July
Saturday
7:30pm

Minack Acting Academy presents: Pearl o’ Wisdom

In a farmhouse on the Lizard, teenager Rose cares for an old lady called Pearl. But it’s not just Pearl’s humour that is breaking boundaries; turns out this old lady can break through boundaries into other worlds too!

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12 May
Monday

Secret Postcard Exhibition: Call Out For Artists!

Calling all local painters, sketchers, designers & doodlers!

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More TalksTalks // Coming up

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3 July
Thursday
6:00pm

A Sea Adventure On Barnabas: To The Scottish Trees & Back!

This is a tale of an epic journey to help ensure the future of Barnabas, the 143 year old dipping lugger & sole original survivor of thousands built along the Cornish coast.

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More WorkshopsWorkshops // Coming up

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13 June
Friday
3:00pm

Drop-In Sessions at The Poly Pottery!

The Poly Pottery’s weekly drop-in sessions are back up and running!

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More Community ActivitiesCommunity Activities // Coming up

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12 May
Monday

Secret Postcard Exhibition: Call Out For Artists!

Calling all local painters, sketchers, designers & doodlers!

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More FamilyFamily // Coming up

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1 August
Friday
10:15am

‘Art’efact Workshop: Ancient World (Ages 5-7)

A Hands-On History Adventure! Step into the past and ignite your child's imagination in this unique, interactive art workshop!

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