What's On - Autumn 2025
What’s on nearby Okel Tor Mine during October, November and December
Calstock Arts
Calstock Arts is a unique performance venue in a former chapel right in the heart of the village. This autumn, there is an impressive and diverse musical line-up of jazz, folk, classical, blues and even the music of Bob Dylan. Films are shown on the first Thursday of each month and other performers including poets and comedians guest throughout the autumn. There’s something on every week and a fully licenced bar.
- Jazz: 3,25 Oct, 14,15,21 Nov, 12 Dec
- Folk: 4,12 Oct, 7,28 Nov, 6 Dec
- The songs of Bob Dylan: 16 Oct
- Films: 2 Oct, 6 Nov
- Global music: 2 Nov
- Classical violin: 30 Nov
- Chamber choir: 5 Dec
Click here for the Calstock Arts ‘What’s on’ page.
Calstock Village Hall - Sat 18 Oct
Tamar Valley Male Voice Choir, whose wide repertoire includes traditional male voice songs, songs from musical shows, spirituals and sacred songs including some rousing Welsh Hymns, folk songs and modern pieces. Sat 18 October 7:30-10:30pm. Details here.
Calstock Fireworks – Saturday 8th November
An absolute must-see. As a small village, Calstock punches way above its weight when it comes to firework displays, with reflections on the river and echoes from the far bank adding to the spectacle. A wood-fired pizza and local cider help make the evening!
Cotehele House – National Trust
Always popular with guests, the National Trust’s Cotehele House, Mill and Quay are just a short drive from Okel tor, or a delightful 45-minute walk through the village and along the wooded banks of the Tamar.
Every year Cotehele’s gardeners build a 60-foot garland from thousands of flowers grown on the estate. A tradition since 1956, the garland adorns the Great Hall throughout Christmas. Watch the garland being assembled between 10-20 November, or see it completed in all its glory from Saturday 22 November until Monday 5 January.
Cotehele is also hosting one-day craft workshops: Papercutting Art 22 October, Oil Painting and Knife 5 November, Introduction to Wreath Making 26 November.
There are also free nature walks at Cotehele with one of the rangers. 28 September, 26 October and 30 November, 11am to 1pm. Booking essential. Call 0344 249 1895.
The classic boat restoration workshop at Cotehele Quay is also worth a visit, and is open most Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Okel Tor Mine’s Jon is a volunteer and will happily show you around most Thursdays, although do check with him in advance.
Cotehele’s website is here
Tamar Bridges
Brunel’s famous Royal Albert railway bridge and the adjacent Tamar road bridge are spectacular gateways to Cornwall. Discover the heritage and history around the Royal Albert and Tamar bridges on a 90-minute tour, with stunning views of the river Tamar along the way. 27 October 11am. Details here
Or join a ‘behind the scenes’ tour to see the Tamar Bridge in a brand-new way- from inside one of the anchorage chambers – an area not normally accessible to the public. 7 November 10:00 am - 11:30 am. Details here
Tavistock Markets
The Pannier Market in Tavistock is the 2025 winner of best large indoor market in Britain. It’s open Tuesday to Saturday 9am to 4pm. Details here. There are also featured markets throughout the autumn in the adjacent Butchers Hall: Goose Fair Artisan Market 8 October, Autumn Fair 16-18 October, Arts Market 31 October – 1 November and 6 December, Makers Market 7-8 November, Dickensian Market 5 December. The Butchers Hall also hosts a Christmas Market 11-23 December.
The Story of Emily
Explore Victorian Cornish life in the original Rectory, experience powerful storytelling in the War Rooms museum, and savour South African heritage dishes in the on-site restaurant. A unique and enriching day out in the heart of Cornwall, just 20 minutes’ drive from Okel Tor Mine. Details here
Harrowbarrow & Metherell Village Hall, Callington
Company B. Their live set consists of bawdy renditions of the post-war swing greats; Louis Jordan, Louis Prima and Big Joe Turner to name a few. Licensed bar and plenty of opportunities for a bop. 18 October. Details here
