Join us for a one-day event at St Germans Priory combining history, architecture, faith and spirituality Set within this wonderful building, a fascinating event where esteemed speakers explore the saints of medieval Cornwall, and the many lives of St Germans Priory. Including an exploration of the Priory building's mosaic of architecture which emerged over time, and how St Germans was subsequently remembered connecting to the Celtic Revival of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The event includes a guided tour of St Germans Priory, described by Cornwall Historic Churches Trust as one of the finest, oldest and most historic parish churches in Cornwall. Standard Adult : 9.50 Concession : 5.00 (students and under 18s) Tickets include teas and coffees served on the day Lunchtime - bring your own lunch, visit one of the local eateries in or around St Germans, or have a Cornish pasty in the Priory (5). To reserve a pasty, choose either traditional meat pasty, or vegetarian pasty (cheese & leek), confirm how many of each and email Denise at [email protected] Programme 10.30am - Coffee/tea 10.55am - Welcome by Richard Laugharne, Chair of St Germans Priory Trust. 11.00am - Professor Nicholas Orme, 'The Saints of Cornwall', followed by Q&A 'Who were the saints venerated in medieval Cornwall? While some like Mary and Michael are international ones, what of the many who were known only in Brittany, Cornwall, and Wales, or even Cornwall alone? What can their legends tell us about religion more widely in medieval Cornwall?' 12pm - John Allan: The architecture of St Germans church before 1350, followed by Q&A 'An exploration of the two earliest phases of the standing building, which are examples of the Norman and Decorated styles. With its richly carved west doorway and flanking towers, is perhaps the most important survival of Norman church architecture in Cornwall. Its dating and parallels will be considered. The work in the Decorated style forms one of a group of church building programmes dating from c. 1330-40, which display the refinements of the late Decorated style and show close stylistic links to Exeter Cathedral.' 1pm - Lunch Break Bring your own lunch or visit one of the many eateries in, or around St Germans. Optional tour of the Priory church during lunch. 2.15pm - Dr Jo Mattingly, 'The architecture of St Germans after 1350', followed by Q&A 'This talk will look at the construction of the impressive south aisle and stone-vaulted porch built for parishioners in the new Perpendicular style. Made 6 feet wider than the nave, windows were badged by local gentry and Bishop Lacy of Exeter, 1420-55. Work may have begun in the 1420s, but no specifically Perpendicular style piers were introduced, as the south clerestory of the Norman church was retained in contrast to Cornwall's many Perpendicular churches. The introduction of the large 1520s window in the south chapel and the rood loft, and the 1802 demolition and replacement of the Norman north aisle will also be considered.' 3.15pm - Dr Garry Tregidga: Remembering St Germans through time, followed by Q&A 'This talk will explore how St Germans was subsequently remembered. This will be particularly the case in regard to the emerging Celtic Revival of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries when the cultural and religious history of Cornwall started to be interpreted and explored in greater detail. The role of antiquarians along with different texts from books to newspapers will be considered.' 4.15pm - Guided tour of the Priory church 5pm - Event Ends This is a fundraising event for St Germans Priory, supported by the St Germans Old Cornwall Society

Mozart: Marriage of Figaro Overture Bruch: Violin Concerto Beethoven: Symphony No 7 The Jopes Orchestra brings together some of the finest professional musicians from across the south west of England, united by a simple goal: to share great live classical music with as many people as possible. This concert offers a welcoming way to experience three much-loved works in one evening. The programme opens with Mozarts Marriage of Figaro Overture fast, bright and full of energy. The orchestra is then joined by dazzling Polish violinist Ola Lenkiewicz for Bruchs ever popular Violin Concerto. After the interval, the concert closes with Beethovens Seventh Symphony, music of drive and momentum that Wagner famously described as dance in its most exalted form. Whether youre a regular concert-goer or coming for the first time, this is a chance to hear outstanding musicians performing some of the world's greatest music.

Monthly Soundbaths at the Priory hosted by Sacred Space Healing, surrounded by candles and tranquility, Tracey Teague will be holding space for a very special Soundbath each month. After each session, we gather over a cosy hot chocolate or resourcing herbal tea. Tickets are on sale through the Sacred Space Healing website:https://www.sacredspacehealing.org.uk/appointments Please remember to wrap up well, bring your yoga mat or anything else to lie on, and whatever you need to feel comfortable and warm during the session

Monthly Soundbaths at the Priory hosted by Sacred Space Healing, surrounded by candles and tranquility, Tracey Teague will be holding space for a very special Soundbath each month. After each session, we gather over a cosy hot chocolate or resourcing herbal tea. The Soundbath session in June will be a collaboration with Yin Yoga. Tickets are on sale through the Sacred Space Healing website:https://www.sacredspacehealing.org.uk/appointments Please remember to wrap up well, bring your yoga mat or anything else to lie on, and whatever you need to feel comfortable and warm during the session

By placing her writing desk by the window, Jane Austen positioned herself at the border between two worlds: Indoors and Out Jonathan Delbridge and Penelope Appleyard take audiences on a musical jaunt to explore Jane Austen's love of music and the outdoors. Listeners will embark on a road trip from Jane's own garden, past Pemberley and all the way up to Scotland, taking in a spot of Regency landscape design! Performed in period clothes and with an authentic square piano from 1814, 'The Little Song Party' blend scholarship with entertainment in their distinctive witty style, celebrating all the fun and creativity of domestic music-making. A scripted mix of music and speech, the playlist for the journey includes; Voi Che Sapete by Mozart, Silent Worship by Handel, The Yellow Haird Laddie, and Auld Lang Syne, as well as poetry and much more. West-Country based voice and piano partnership Penelope Appleyard and Jonathan Delbridge perform creative and entertaining recital programmes on historical themes. They are currently focussing on domestic music of the Regency era. Frequently to be found in period costume, chauffeuring 209 year old Broadwood square piano Lady Catherine around the UK in a Skoda estate, Penelope and Jonathan travel around performing their unique semi-theatrical programmes. This performance of music, song, and prose will last approx 1hr15 with no interval. Performance Schedule: 14.30, Doors Open 15:00, Performance Start Refreshments and cakes will be served afterwards, with an opportunity to speak with the performers.