activities

Experience Cornwall in a different way and try one of our activity suggestions that make the most of our fantastic surroundings. You can either book the activities directly or one of our helpful Scarlet team can arrange it all for you.  

You can also join us on one of our day workshop activities. 

Surf Lessons Wild Swimming, Coasteering and Surf equipment hire

Year round - weather dependant
Nick Tiscoe @ The Surf Club
Telephone 01637 861200 ext.2080
Mobile: 07889972236
Email: Nick@surfmyworld.co.uk
Web: www.thesurfclubcornwall.co.uk

Climbing, Power Boat Trips, Kayaking and Coasteering

April - October - weather dependant Cornish Rock Tors Ltd
Simon: 07791 534 884
Matt: 07791533569
Email: Simon@CornishRockTors.com
Web: www.cornishrocktors.com

Fishing - 1/2 day or 2 hours

April - October - weather dependant
Paddlefish Adventures
Telephone: 07803 955923
Email: info@paddlefishadventure.co.uk
Web: www.paddlefishadventure.co.uk

4 hours Deep Sea Fishing or 2 hours mackerel fishing

March-November weather dependant
Paddlefish Adventures
Telephone: 07803 955923
Email: info@paddlefishadventure.co.uk
Web: www.paddlefishadventure.co.uk

Horse Riding on The Gannel and on the beach

Year round
Trenance Riding Stables, The Gannel, Newquay
Telephone: 01637 872699
E: enquiries@newquayridingstables.co.uk
Web: www.newquayridingstables.co.uk

Horse Riding on the beach at Perranporth

Year round
Reen Manor Riding Stables, Perranporth
Telephone: 01872 573064
Web: under construction

Tree Climbing

Year round - weather dependant
Mighty Oak Tree Climbing Company
Telephone: 07890 698 651 (Alan)
Web: www.mighty-oak.co.uk

Mount Pleasant Eco Park - Sustainability and Eco courses

Year round
Mount Pleasant Eco Park, Porthtowan
Telephone: 01209 891500
Email: enquiries@mpecopark.co.uk
Web: www.mpecopark.co.uk

Plan-It-Earth - Sustainability and Eco Courses

Year round
Plan-It- Earth, Sancreed, Nr Penzance
Telephone: (0)1736 810660
Email: enquiries@plan-itearth.org.uk
Web: www.plan-itearth.org.uk

Guest activities at Scarlet

February and March 2013

Guest Activities

** = Complimentary for hotel and day guests
* = courses for local residents, please enquire for further information

Book your place with Spa reception

Daily Meditation class complimentary for all guests 3pm – 3:30pm

Mondays


8am – 9am Hatha Yoga with Gemma **

Tuesdays

8am – 9am Hatha Yoga with Gemma **

Wednesdays

8am – 9am Pilates and Quantum Yoga with Amy **

Thursdays

8am – 9:30am Transformational Dance with Amanda **
11am - 12noon Nordic walking **
7pm – 8:30pm Mara Yoga with Mara* (from 07.02.13 x 6 weeks)

Fridays

8am – 9am Pilates and Quantum Yoga with Amy **

Saturdays

8am – 9am Mara Yoga with Mara  **

Sundays


8am - 9am Meditation and Breathwork with Amanda **

PRIVATE SESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE (Please book at the Spa)

1-2-1        1-2-small group (no more than 4)

1hr            £60           £75       

1.5hrs       £75          £90

All abilities welcome.  Please book in advance at the Spa by calling 01637 861861 or internal *209.

Brief descriptions of our classes are below. 

Complimentary meditation class

Every day at 3.00pm, a complimentary half hour meditaition class for all hotel residents.  We will be taking guests through a variety of introductory styles with the aim of slowing down the mind.  No experience ncessary, requires no painful sitting positions, no saffron robes, just you and an open mind. 

Pilates & Quantam yoga

In this fusion class, teacher Amy draws on the principles of Pilates to create a dynamic flowing session with an emphasis on muscle balance, strength, flexibility and precision of movement. Quantum Yoga encourages a mindful approach that uses the teachings of Ayurveda and Hatha yoga asanas to help channel your energy where it's needed.

Hatha yoga

Gemma draws on her diverse experience of yoga over the past 10 years to tailor each class to the individual. She takes into account where you are and what you are hoping to gain from delving a little deeper into your yoga practice.

Gemma trained as a yoga teacher in India and continues to learn and be inspired by yoga and its wonderful teachers. This class combines movement and breath with sequencing, posture practice and deep relaxation.

Yoga bodywork

Yoga bodywork is an intuitive, holistic massage process that integrates Andrew's experience as a yoga teacher, massage therapist and bodyworker.

A yoga bodywork session takes between 1 and 11⁄2 hours. This includes consultation and assessment, massage or hands on work as appropriate and a discussion of the ways in which you can continue the process beyond the session. All sessions are fully confidential. Comfortable clothing is necessary as this is not an oil massage. The process can be used to address specific health issues, but will always take a holistic and integrative view of your body, mind and life circumstances.

Homeopathy

Our homeopath, Brenda Pretty (BPharm LCCH RSHom), is a highly experienced registered homeopath offering an effective, caring, confidential service. Patients benefit from both her practical, 'no fuss' homeopathy and also from her many years of experience as a pharmacist.

Brenda says: "We are good at self healing. We do it all the time often without realising, which is why we are sometimes surprised when we fall ill.

"When our natural healing mechanisms are disrupted through stress, grief, anger, anxiety, fear or overwork, we may find ourselves suffering with decreased vitality, a lowered sense of wellbeing and illnesses of one type or another. It's just these situations where homeopathy can be helpful. As a homeopath. I look at you as a whole person, not just as a list of symptoms.  Recognising the links between the mind, emotions and the body, I target homeopathic medicines to help stimulate and encourage your body's own healing system.

"My aim is to help you get back your balance, improve your sense of wellness, enjoy life as much as you can and find that missing 'zing'."

In the introductory session, Brenda guides you thorough what she calls a homeopathic MOT, exploring with you how homeopathy could help to improve your health and well being. Homeopathic medicines are included along with a personalised plan to enable you to move forward and enjoy the benefits of using homeopathy.

Laughter yoga 

The connection between mind and body is well documented. Change your physiology and you change your psychology - and a bout of hearty laughter is an incredible way to do this in a heartbeat.

Steve Patterson from The Cornwall Laughter Club will introduce you to the many benefits of a good chortle with some Laughter Yoga - a unique experience where you laugh for no reason.  There are no jokes, no comedy and you don't even need a sense of humour.

He says: "During this session, we will combine movement, eye contact and childlike playfulness with laughter exercises, yogic breathing and relaxation to enthuse, awaken and delight the mind and body.

"Everyone loves to laugh.  It makes us feel better.  It's a language everyone knows, but nobody had to be taught.  What better way to brighten up your life than with a good laugh?"

Singing lessons 

Jazz singer Ella Basile is the Scarlet's singing teacher providing guests with vocal coaching in popular styles from dance music to folk and rock.

Ella says: "I teach students how to warm up their vocal chords like a pro, introduce them to diaphragm breathing exercises and give hints and tips to having happy healthy vocals."

Ella can help you to improve your singing technique to sound better either in the shower, or performing professionally. One-to-one lessons really focus on the individual's needs and abilities.

Ella works with many students to build their confidence whilst singing, as this can be the main block that stops us singing at our best. Whether you are a beginner or at a more advanced level, Ella has something to suit every need.

Beach Nordic walking 

Nordic Walking is a fitness technique that uses carbon poles to enhance ordinary walking. It tones the upper body, burns 46% more calories than normal walking and is low impact, reducing any pressure on your joints.

Instructor Kate says: "Whatever your age, fitness level or ability, Nordic walking is effective and enjoyable for everyone, including pregnant women and those recovering from injury."

She invites you to join her for a session to get a feel for this graceful, sociable and highly effective fitness activity.

Time with Scarlet guru Amanda Phillips

Teacher Amanda Phillips is available to explore with guests ways in which they can increase their energy and work towards embracing all that they are.

Spend time with Amanda engaging in one of the following:

Silent walking meditation 

Surrender to the pleasure of now by meeting, connecting and moving in a silent walking meditation. Walk slowly in nature, connect with our environment in silence, appreciate and delight in the earth, the flowers, the rocks, the ocean, the elements. Allow your mind to become still and feel a sense of deep peace, pleasure and connection with ‘all that is'. Having arrived at a place of beauty, break silence and share feelings, reflect if you wish, or simply enjoy and be.

An optional picnic lunch is available, and we will return ‘home' at normal

walking pace chatting, or simply enjoying peace.

Meditation and breathwork 

During this class, you can connect to the 'breath of life' with conscious awareness. Working with breathing patterns and by making subtle adjustments, you can connect with universal energy / prana / positive life force. Surrender to the now and be in the beauty and healing energy of silent meditation.

Spiritual development

Amanda will look at spiritual purification practice through the elements - air, fire, water and earth. She encourages students to connect with their higher self and work with pure positive energy, opening themselves to support, love and blessings around us.

Transformational dance and breath 

This class creates a safe space to unravel, let go and release anything you may be hanging onto that is no longer serves your or helps you achieve your highest potential.

Working with transformational breath and movement can help to release self-limiting behaviour patterns and initiate positive, life-affirming change.  No dance experience is necessary to take part, just a willingness to become all that you are.

Jewellery workshops at The Scarlet

Recycled beach finds workshops with Sarah Drew

Sarah Drew is holding a series of jewellery workshops at The Scarlet. Guests are invited to spend a relaxing day making jewellery from salvaged materials collected from the beach below the hotel.

As well as creating some contemporary jewellery, you can also enjoy a two-course lunch, which is included in the price.

2012 Dates: 31st March, 26th May, 30th June, 6th October, 11th November

Location: The Lower Dining Room.

Time: 10am - 4pm

Price: £55

Booking is essential. Please contact reservations for more details on 01637 861800.

For more information go to www.sarahdrew.com

 

Art & Natural Crafts Workshop

Art & Natural Crafts Workshop, Lower Dining Room 

Find the inner artist in you. Express yourself through colour. Paint the sea, experiment with colour in simple ways,  blues,  greys,  silvers, turquoise. Phrases are given as starting points.

Draw still life with teasels, hydrangeas, oak leaf, wheat and lavender.

Weave nets and baskets and experience the delights of the hedgerow and straw. Create a sculpture out of handmade paper and silver thread.

Explore the fantastic colors of dogwood and the different shades of willow and give the ancient art of corn dolly making a go!

Share earthy therapeutic delights in a communal and fun space. Come and join in for as long as you like. 

 

 

 

 

What's On In Cornwall

Wildlife Photographer of the Year at the Eden Project 19 Nov 2011- 15 Jan 2012
One of the most prestigious competitions of its kind, the stunning images shine a spotlight on some of the rarely seen wonders of the natural world. Co-owned by the Natural History Museum and BBC Wildlife Magazine, the exhibition showcases over 100 winning and commended photographs. Admission is included in your entry to Eden.

A Time of Gifts at The Eden Project  25th November - 30th December 2011
A Time of Gifts is our take on a spectacular Winter Festival. including skating, baking, singing and award winning photography. It's perfect for the family and there's something for everyone.

Ice Skating at Eden Saturday 22nd October 2011 - Sunday 26th February 2012.  Back, by popular demand, our Ice rink now includes a glacial theme! Whether you're a professional skater or you've never seen ice before, our magical ice rink is the perfect place for you to hone your skills.

Adult Ghost Tours, Pendennis Castle 9th December 2011
Enjoy a special ghost tour of Pendennis Castle at night led by our historical characters. Explore every part of this atmospheric site including the Half Moon Battery and the underground magazine and spooky Tudor Kitchen. Hear tales of times gone by and beware of any unexpected visitors who may be lurking round the corner! Cup of piping hot soup included. Adults only.

Dickensian Victorian Christmas, Treasure Park November 20th, December 11th and Christmas Eve

Join us at Treasure Park for a traditional style Victorian shopping experience. We will be presenting three spectacular shopping days on the build up to Christmas with roast Chestnuts, choirs, barrel organs, brass bands, snow (machine), Staff in Victorian dress, authentic nibbles, punch and mince pies and a truly traditional Christmas feel.

Minack Theatre Summer Season

Cornwall's open air theatre in spectacular surroundings. Pack a picnic and see a show. The exciting line up for 2012 starts with Titanic, the musical on April 6th.

Nature photography field trip at Trebah Gardens 25th March 2012

Organized by The Cornwall Wildlife Trust Photographic Group, come along to the stunning Trebah Gardens on 25th March, 10:00am - 3:00pm, where you will be photographing early spring flowers. An admission fee applies, please contact david@davidchapman.org.uk for more details.

The Cornwall Home Show Sat 31st March & Sun 1st April

Kingsley Village, Fraddon is host to Cornwall's  home and garden design show. The Cornwall Home Show will be a distinctive and vibrant exhibition, celebrating the best of Cornwall's interior, garden and home design industry. The two-day exhibition will showcase a wide variety of products, services and inspirational ideas for the home and garden showcasing all manor of designs and renewable energy solutions bringing together a fantastic selection of home inspiration.

'Obby 'Oss Day
The 1st of May is 'Obby 'Oss Day in Padstow celebrating the Celtic festival of Beltane. This spring festival is dedicated to the return of the Celtic sun god Bel, who makes the crops grow and lengthens the hours of daylight. The 'Obby 'Oss looks like a big black caped animal - thought to represent a stallion - with a strange mask and snapping jaws. Its strange, pagan dance and the rhythm of the drumbeat are quite mystical and infectious. A ‘teaser' leads the ‘Obby ‘Oss, dancing around the ‘Oss' and prodding him with a special padded stick.

Helston Flora Day
The 8th of May is Flora Day in Helston celebrating the Christian feast day of St Michael. On this day, children from the local schools dance the Furry Dance through the streets of Helston. The dwellings and shops of the town are festooned with bluebells, campion and whatever green foliage is available. Specific dances (not including the children's dance) go in and out of various private buildings and grounds. On the same day the Hal an Tow, an enactment of St George slaying the dragon and celebration of the coming of spring, is performed in the streets of the town. Both events indicate a pre-Christian celebration of the passing of winter.

Atlantic Adventures with Wildlife Watching Company on Land and Sea
Land trips are running from March. 1 May to 31 October
Daily am and pm 2, 3, 4 hour ‘Ocean Safari' marine wildlife, heritage and scenic trips, on 12 seat RIB around the spectacular Land's End and Lizard peninsulas. Weather and numbers permitting.
Meet: The Old Engine Shed, end of Albert Pier, Penzance harbour, TR18 2LL, grid ref. SW 477 303.
Time: Varies daily.
Bring: Cameras, binoculars in water-proof bag.
Cost: Varies.
Booking: Please phone the office on 01736 811200 for all information.

Daphne du Maurier Festival 2012, 10th May - 19th May

Celebrating Dame Daphne du Maurier who lived and wrote in the area, this festival is a sparkling mix of star names, guided walks, talks, drama, community events and free entertainment.
The dates for 2012 are Thursday, 10th May to Saturday, 19th May. Keep an eye on www.dumaurierfestival.co.uk for more information.

Fal River Festival.  1st - 10th June
The Fal River Festival takes place from 1st - 10th June.  This 9-day festival celebrates life on the River Fal and includes more than 130 events ranging from music, drama, and the arts to water sports such as rowing and triathlons. Landlubbers can follow the river on various walks. The festival, now in its 6th year, offers you the chance to immerse yourself in the culture and heritage of this very Cornish river.

Royal Cornwall Show, 7th - 9th June 2012
One of the top agricultural shows in the country held at The Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge.

In it's 291th year, this is the county’s biggest annual event and is brim-full of exhibits and activities which offer so much in the way of entertainment, competition, information, shopping and all that’s best in food and farming. 

 

Polperro Festival, 16th - 23rd June
A week-long free event of live music, arts, crafts, street entertainment and fun for all the family. Polperro Festival is a community event run by volunteers and they're in their 17th year. Please come and support Polperro, and have a fantastic time in the process. 

 
The Boconnoc Steam Fair 20th Jul - 22nd Jul

is one of the leading events of its kind in the South West, with some people saying that it's the best. With its picturesque setting and many exhibits it's hard to beat with it's relaxed atmosphere. No wonder why people are travelling far and wide to visit us. The Boconnoc Steam Fair 2011 is held on 22nd - 24th July. Gates open from 8am daily. During the show there are many exhibits for you to view, these include over 30 full size steam engines, More miniature steam engines expected this year than last year, a wide selection of classic and vintage cars are also expected.

Port Eliot Festival 19th - 22nd July
A festival of arts and literature on the Port Eliot Estate near St Germans offering an eclectic mix of big names and local talent.

The St Endellion Music Festivals, 31st Jul - 10th Aug
The St Endellion Music Festivals take place at Easter and in the Summer every year in the Collegiate Church of St Endelienta, bringing together a wide range of exciting musicians from all over the world. St Endellion is near Port Isaac and about a mile from the glorious North Cornwall coast.


The 9th World Belly Board Championships, Sunday 2nd September 2011

For 9 consecutive years, Chapel Porth is playing host to the WBBC.  This contest celebrates all things connected with the art of riding a wooden board.  Not only are the judges looking for skill in the sea, prizes also include best varnish, best costume & best cake.

Launceston Steam and Vintage Rally.  Dates TBA
Come to the Launceston Steam and Vintage Rally held at Trebant Farm, just off the A30 at Five Lanes.  There will be entries in all classes of steam engines and cars, vintage and classic vehicles. Sample bread made from the wheat turned into flour as part of the 'Old Cornwall' exhibit. There will be trade stands for crafts, models and collectibles. Other attractions will include falconry displays, dog agility, a sheep-shearing demonstration and a tractor tug-of-war. There will be lots of free children's entertainment and competitions, also a range of traditional fairground rides. There will be a beer tent with a wide variety of foods. In the evening, there will be musical entertainment provided by a 60s 70s and old country music band.

 

Trereife Summer Festival of Food and Craft, 5th August - 7th August

Large marquees of art and craft on the tennis lawn, a selection of fine food stalls in the cobbled stable area of the house, plus a variety of carnival-style musical entertainment, craft demonstrations, visitors can expect a wide array of attractions to suit. Wander the woods, relaxing on the lawn, or picnicking in the walled garden.