Community Day 2025

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The event will be held between: 10:00 - 16:00

Community Day 2025

Welcoming our local community

We’re opening our doors for our annual Community Day, where we welcome our local neighbours and invite the public onto our Falmouth University Campus at Woodlane.

Along with free activities such as garden games, there will also be creative workshops for all ages and live music and performances.

What's more, this year our Community Day also coincides with our incredible Degree Shows, where you can uncover some of the best emerging creative talent.  

Discover our full itinerary of workshops, performances and sessions

Launchpad Futures – Business Clinic 

There are two Business Clinic sessions available:

1) Pitch Your Business Idea 

Have a business idea but haven’t started trading yet? This session is for you! Pitch your idea for a chance to receive a share of £500 in startup funding to help you take the first steps toward launching your new venture. 

2) Startup Clinic  

Facing a challenge with your existing business? Book a 1-to-1 session with our award-winning startup expert. Whether it’s marketing, product development, sales, or strategy, we’ll help you move forward with practical, tailored advice. 

Book your session

Willow Workshop – Make Your Own Hat 

Following last year’s popular “basket shark” session, local willow artist returns with a new hands-on workshop for 2025! 

This time, try your hand at crafting a unique willow hat using traditional techniques and natural materials. Whether you’re looking to create something playful, artistic, or simply enjoy the process, this relaxed and creative activity is perfect for all ages. 

Penryn First Aid Society / South Western Ambulance Service 

Learn life-saving skills for all ages, such as CPR and how to use a defibrillator with the Penryn First Aid Society! 

Games Academy: Do you have a great idea for a game?  

Learn how game designers craft and test game ideas. Turn your ideas into engaging prototypes in our hands-on workshop. 

Noah Frear – Illustration: Collage Zines for Favourite Things 

Collage and forage to make a bright and colourful zine of your very own! Join Noah Frear as they explore how to create vibrant work through the things we love. 

Generation Wild 

Make a recycled bird feeder to help attract birds to your garden! A fun, sustainable craft ideal for children and families. 

 

Fal Bookbinding (SU affiliated society) 

Join Fal Bookbinding Society for paper marbling! 

Create colourful, organic designs on paper using traditional techniques. Come with enthusiasm—materials provided! 

The Printmaking Centre: Print your own postcard!  Choose from a selection of lino blocks featuring animals, plants, and shapes. Walk-up sessions for all ages with hands-on creativity. 
Sustrans: Dr Bike & Bike Security  Bring your bike for a free safety check with minor repairs. We'll also provide security marking and add your details to the national bike database. 

Fashion and Textiles Institute (FTI): Mend your clothes with flair

Learn darning and Sashiko techniques to extend the life of your garments. Bring a well-loved item or just come to learn and practice. 

Lewis Bell: Live guitar performance 

Enjoy a captivating set from Lewis Bell, performing a range of his own compositions inspired by Spanish Classical and Flamenco music with hints of Celtic folk. 

Falmouth Outreach Team: Exploding Paint & Hapa Zome Printing 

Watch how chemistry makes paint explode and create your own splatter artwork (warning: it can get messy!). Or use natural materials to print a bookmark or gift tag with the Hapa Zome technique. 

Jules The Ventriloquist: Live ventriloquism performance 

Be entertained by Jules, a talented ventriloquist whose lively characters and comedy will delight audiences of all ages. 

Garden Games Galore! 

Step into our classic garden games area — perfect for families, friends, and anyone feeling competitive! Whether you want to test your aim, your nerves, or just have a laugh, we’ve got something for everyone. 

 

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Degree Shows

See the amazing work of graduating students at our Degree Shows, running from 24 - 31 May 2025. Open to the public, these exhibitions and events invite you to explore an inspiring showcase of work across our campuses, spanning art, fashion, music, photography, computing, and more.

Find out more

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