The Poly
24 Church St, Falmouth : 01326 319461
The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society
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Where Kea Plums Grow
Local historian Nigel Baker will talk about the origin of the Coombe orchards and the associated ‘industries’ such as oyster dredging, river fishing, barges, coppicing oak woods, flower growing and tea.
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Where Kea Plums Grow
Local historian Nigel Baker will talk about the origin of the Coombe orchards and the associated ‘industries’ such as oyster dredging, river fishing, barges, coppicing oak woods, flower growing and tea.
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Falmouth Grows West, In Maps and Pictures
Showing old maps and photographs of Falmouth on the big screen, based on last year’s popular Exhibition.
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Once Upon a Time: The History of Fairytales
A talk on how fairytales have developed through the centuries, presented by Emma Hughes (The Lady Time Traveller).
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The Art and Life of Gluck (1895 – 1978)
In this lecture Art historian Catherine Wallace, discusses the complex personality and various art works of Hannah Gluckstein known as Gluck 1895–1978
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Kernow To Kalahari - A Journey to The Old Way
Stories, survival, and the old ways: the living culture of the Ju/‘hoansi San people of Namibia.
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Robin Ince - Ice Cream for a Broken Tooth
The co-host of Radio 4's award winning The Infinite Monkey tells stories of love, the universe, and performs poetry from his latest book Ice Cream for a Broken Tooth
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Language of the Fan
Step into the world of Jane Austen and ballroom whispers. This talk will explore how Regency ladies used fans to flirt, deflect, or entice—all without saying a word. Learn and practice the historical gestures that once spoke volumes. A Regency-Era talk on Silent Communication and Subtle Elegance
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Where Kea Plums Grow
Local historian Nigel Baker will talk about the origin of the Coombe orchards and the associated ‘industries’ such as oyster dredging, river fishing, barges, coppicing oak woods, flower growing and tea.
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My Helford Sketchbook with Sophie Velzian
Artist Sophie Velzian shares her plein air sketchbook journey, painting the landscape around the Helford River.
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The Drawings Of Wilhelmina Barns- Graham
This lecture uses the drawings of Wilhelmina Barns- Graham to explore the themes and techniques of her artistic journey through life.
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Cornwall's High-Tech Future(s): Miracle or Mirage?
Does Cornwall have a high-tech future? Revitalised mining? Floating offshore wind? Goonhilly, Culdrose, drones and defence? Talk by Louis Turner.
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The Untold Story of Doctor Dick
Join Will Hazell (Falmouth Uncovered) to discover the forgotten story of Richard ‘Doctor Dick’ Pascoe, a quack doctor who inspired love and hatred across Victorian Cornwall.
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Francis Hewlett RWA (1930 – 2012)
Follow the path of one of Falmouth’s well-known painters , Francis Hewlett RWA, whose figurative work defied the modernist era.
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Kendal Mountain Adventure Tour 2026 LIVE
Kendal Mountain Events returns for another season of adventure and human connection with guest speaker.
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Discover Mixed Media
During this playful and experimental workshop, you will explore a range of water-based materials including; acrylic,...
Find out moreWithnail & I (15)
It's the end of the 1960s and two out-of-work actors, Withnail (Grant) and 'I' (McGann), subsist on a diet of booze,...
Find out moreWonders of the Ocean: A Beginner’s Watercolour Workshop
Dive into watercolour with Janavi, where you’ll learn essential techniques, build confidence, and paint beautiful sea...
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