Join us at the Fox Lecture Theatre on Falmouth University’s Falmouth Campus for a special talk on Cornish folklore on Tuesday 23rd April at 5.30pm.
Date: Tuesday 23rd April
Time: 5.30 – 7.00pm
Location: Fox Lecture Theatre, Falmouth University – Falmouth Campus, Woodlane, Falmouth, TR11 4RH
The talk will guide you on a mythical journey across the Cornish landscape. On the way, you’ll explore the stories of giants, mermaids and piskies which people have been inspired to create and share for hundreds of years. But where do these stories come from? And how relevant are they to Cornwall today?
You will also take a closer look at the rich tapestry of folklore explored in ‘The Moor Dwellers’ Guide’, a new poetry collection which we have created in collaboration with students from Falmouth University. The collection includes original poetry and illustrations inspired by the stories which surround the historic sites we care for.
The talk will be given by Siân Esther Powell, a Cornish museum professional, amateur folklorist and host of the Celtic Myths and Legends Podcast.
We hope this talk and poetry collection will offer people the opportunity to reflect on the part Cornwall’s enchanted landscape has to play in their cultural identity, explore how these stories continue to speak across generations and discover the magic which resides in the places cared for by Cornwall Heritage Trust.
The talk is pay as you feel, with a minimum donation of £1 and a suggested donation of £5.
If you would like to book a place, we recommend doing so without delay to ensure you have spot. Our members were given early access to book their places at this event and there are a limited number remaining. Numbers are restricted and places are available on a first-come-first-served basis.
Please be aware that Cornwall Heritage Trust is photographing the event and may publish these photos in a variety of media and online.
