One of the UK’s most talked about festivals that attracts a phenomenal mix of celebrities, art lovers, book worms and fun loving party goers. Described as a literary festival, but with the feel of a garden party, mixed eclectically with music, a one-minute disco and an alternative flower show!

The Saltash Regatta and Waterside Festival – older than Henley – continues the tradition of Cornish Pilot Gig racing with 150 crews in the Mixed Veteran & Junior Championships. There is also the Five Towns Challenge for Cornwall town councillors (Saturday) and the England & Back fancy dress Cutter Race (Sunday). Major RNLI demonstration on both days.

This year, the Regatta theme is Sir Francis Drake, and Pirates of the Tamar.

Roo and Lark, Port Eliot's resident whippets, host a day for all dogs and their servants, erm um, sorry owners. The Dog Festival began as Roo's revenge, as he was banned from the main Port Eliot Festival for most inappropriately peeing on tents. Roo therefore has his own festival with his friends invited along for a fun day out.

Saltash May Fair is the annual event for the people of Saltash, which aims at celebrating the community, businesses and organisations of the town
Fore Street and Victoria Gardens
Saltash
Cornwall
PL12 6DX

Tel: +44 07767 444816

A whole month of new art by Jo and Stephen Beer. On show and on sale at Saltash Library for the whole of December, this is an opportunity to see and buy stunning original artwork by the husband and wife team. From beautiful large floral paintings, portraits and conceptual pop art, to small affordable stocking fillers under £30, this is a must see show.

A 3 hour birdwatching cruise up the beautiful River Tamar and Lynher with full commentary by leading ornithologist, Bruce Taggart. You will see a variety of wildfowl and wading birds including, hopefully Avocet and Spoonbill. Departs Cremyll Quay at 0930 and Saltash Quay at 1000. Advanced booking essential. See website for further details.

A 3 hour birdwatching cruise up the beautiful River Tamar and Lynher with full commentary by leading ornithologist, Bruce Taggart. You will see a variety of wildfowl and wading birds including, hopefully Avocet and Spoonbill. Departs Cremyll Quay at 1045 and Saltash Quay at 1115. Advanced booking essential. See website for further details.

A 3 hour birdwatching cruise up the River Tamar and River Lynher. With a full commentary by leading ornithologist Bruce Taggart you will see a variety of wildfowl and wading birds including, hopefully Avocets and Spoonbills. Departing from Cremyll Quay at 10.45 and Saltash Quay at 11.15. Advanced booking is essential. See website for further details

BTW-UK Area 1(Devon & Cornwall) are holding a custom bike and trike show at 12 noon till 6pm on Saturday 11th June 2011. It is being held in aid of Derriford Hospital Children's Cancer Trust. Live music will be on site supplied by Derriford Hospital Radio who are also going to be doing a live broadcast back to the hospital wards, and we have managed to secure some interesting stalls including leather accessories, tools, music, etc.

Join us for a 3 hour cruise on the beautiful Rivers Tamar and Lynher.
We hope to see Little Egret, Shelduck, Wigeon and other wintering wildfowl,Curlew, Oystercatcher, Black-tailed Godwit and of course the stunning Avocets and Spoonbills.

• Full commentary by leading ornithologist Bruce Taggart.
• RSPB and CWT staff on board for help and advice.
• Birdwatchers Question Time.
• Large open upper deck and comfortable enclosed cabin.
• Hot refreshments, bar and toilets on board.

Sailing from Saltash Quay at 11.30am return approx 2.30pm

ADULTS £12 CHILDREN £6