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Events for January 2010

Now that the noughties are over, where better to usher in the new decade than Newquay? Even though winter in Newquay may not be the peak time for tourism, there are plenty of indoor activities to stave off the gelid elements.

Ice Skating at the Eden Project ‐ Throughout January

The Eden Project attracts visitors from all walks of life ‐from botanists to the pretty plant enthusiast. This month however there’s something else special going on and that’s ice skating. This means it’s time to lace up your skates and show off your latest moves at the rink. The Eden Project recommends that you book your time slot in advance and also show up a little early. The cost is £5 for 40 minutes and this includes the skate rental. Before or after skating be sure to check out the beautiful surroundings in the Eden Project itself ‐ Britain’s largest biosphere project!

Paul Carrack in Truro Hall, Cornwall ‐ January 27, 2010

Tempted by the fruit of another? If these words sound familiar then you probably remember that they originating from Paul Carrack. At the time he was the front man for Squeeze. He also provided vocals for Mike and the Mechanics, and Ace. On January 27, 2010 Paul Carrack is scheduled to perform in Truro at the Truro Hall for Cornwall. Truro is due south of Newquay ‐ by 13 little miles. There are easy to use bus routes that connect Newquay and Truro, so you have no excuse!

Suckers Weekend at Blue Reef Aquarium ‐ January 30 to 31, 2010

The Blue Reef Aquarium has an event on celebrating the octopus. Suckers Weekend will give you a chance to come within a very close proximity to octopuses and other members of the cephalopod class. The exhibit features the giant Pacific Octopus as well as nautiluses. These prolific members of the deep sea have suction cupped tentacles that will leave you amazed. This is the perfect opportunity to learn about octopuses and experience life forms that are seldom seen.

‐ Anthony Fröhlich