Things to Do in North Cornwall This Month – July Events Roundup
Discover what’s on in North Cornwall this July 2025, from food festivals and live music to coastal art shows and local regattas. Plan your perfect summer with our roundup of top events and things to do.
Music on the Moor Festival (9–13 July)
- A first-of-its-kind celebration across Bodmin Moor villages (Bodmin, Blisland, St Breward, St Neot).
- Features live Vivaldi performances, poetry by Michael Morpurgo, pottery demos, and more (visitbude.info, theguardian.com).
CamperVan Live Lounge, Padstow (19 July)
- Intimate evening concerts on Saturday 19 July at Tregella Place Camping.
- Folk, Americana, blues under the stars beside a campfire. Line-up includes Samuel Ashton, Tom Dibb, and friends (musicglue.com).
Cornwall Ribfest, Bude (24–27 July)
- Town-wide celebration featuring top ribs, local vendors, live music, and family entertainment in Lamoureux Park (cornwalltourism.com).
Rock Oyster Festival, Wadebridge (24–27 July)
- Combines food, dance, music, and ocean views near Wadebridge at Dinham House.
- Features headline acts like Ministry of Sound Classical and UB40, along with street food from Michelin-starred chefs (visitcornwall.com, visitcornwall.com).
Lafrowda Day, St Just (3rd Saturday in July)
- Long-running arts and music festival in St Just-in-Penwith, celebrating local creativity and heritage https://www.lafrowda.co.uk/about-lafrowda.
Flushing Regatta Week (Late July–Early Aug)
- Community regatta featuring bathtub races, gig rowing, crab-catching, and beach carnival atmosphere https://www.facebook.com/flushingvillageregatta/?locale=en_GB.
Ongoing & Seasonal Highlights
- Magic in the Skies fireworks show at Land’s End: every Tue & Thu evening from late July through August (visitcornwall.com).
- Coastal Echoes Exhibition at Willoughby Gallery, Bude (5–24 July) — local art inspired by the sea (visitbude.info).
Trail & Outdoor Picks
- Enjoy the Camel Trail (18.3-mile cycleway from Padstow to Bodmin) for stunning estuary views https://cameltrail.co.uk/.
- Explore dramatic cliffs and sea stacks at Bedruthan Steps — ideal for coastal walks and wildlife spotting https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/carnewas-at-bedruthan.
Bonus Attractions
- Minack Theatre in Porthcurno remains a cultural highlight with summer shows overlooking the sea (thesun.co.uk).
- Charming coastal villages like St Just and Flushing are hosting quaint community events, live music, and traditions.
Plan ahead
Date | Event | Highlights |
5–13 Jul | Coastal Echoes (Bude) & Music on the Moor | Art exhibitions, classical music, poetry |
19 Jul | CamperVan Live Lounge (Padstow) | Folk/Americana evening under the stars |
24–27 Jul | Ribfest (Bude) & Rock Oyster (Wadebridge) | BBQ ribs, headliner gigs, Michelin eats |
Mid–Late Jul | Lafrowda Day (St Just) | Local arts, live scenes, community atmosphere |
Late Jul–Aug | Flushing Regatta Week | Fun races, carnival, beachside competitions |
Tuesdays/Thursdays | Magic in the Skies at Land’s End | Fireworks over the cliffs, live entertainment |
Visitors Top Tips
– Book ahead, especially for festivals and theatre tickets.
– Bring layers—the coastal evenings can get chilly.
– Ideal for those seeking a mix of music, culture, coastal walks, and community vibes.