What’s on? May Half Term at PK Porthcurno – 2026
Join us this May Half Term at PK Porthcurno for a variety of family-friendly workshops and activities for all ages, commissioned by Ofcom, the UK’s communications regulator.
WORKSHOP: PRESS. PRINT. SHARE.
Tuesday 26 May | 13:00-15:00
This hands-on family workshop explores how messages were shared in the past — and how they continue to influence us today.
Discover the printing press and the power of propaganda, then create your own bold, positive posters using simple printmaking techniques to take home. Along the way, families are encouraged to think about how words and images shape ideas.
Museum admission is not required.
WORKSHOP: AMAZING IDEAS
Wednesday 27 May | 13:00-15:00
The interactive family workshop, Amazing Ideas, brings AI to life using Micro:bits. Get hands-on, experiment with coding, and discover how artificial intelligence works by creating your own mini projects together.
Open to all ages, anyone under 10 years must be accompanied by their parent/carer(s).
Museum admission is not required.
FAKE NEWSFLASH TRAIL
COLLECT YOURS FROM THE FRONT DESK
Come and be recruited by Ernest Smellingway, our trusty bloodhound with a nose for fake news! He’s discovered that a flock of messenger pigeons has escaped into the museum — and some have gone rogue, spreading misleading stories.
Your mission is to track them down, investigate the messages they’re sharing, and decide what’s real and what’s fake. With Ernest by your side, can you sniff out the truth before it’s too late?
What will you believe…? 🕵️♂️🐦
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Explore PK Porthcurno
Explore more of what PK Porthcurno has to offer during your visit!
Discover our hidden WWII Bunker
Go deep underground and explore the secret tunnels built for the Telegraph workers at Porthcurno during WWII.
NEW EXHIBITION ‘FAKE NEWS?’
Commissioned by OFCOM, the UK’s communications regulator, ‘FAKE NEWS?’ explores misinformation, Disinformation and propaganda from ancient times to the present day.
Cafe PK
Enjoy a fresh, healthy and exciting range of locally sourced Cornish light bites, cakes and snacks – perfectly paired with a range of hot and cold drinks.
Koffi PK*
Located within the Porthcurno Beach car park, Koffi PK is the perfect stop for a quick refreshment during your visit to PK Porthcurno, Porthcurno Beach, or exploring the breathtaking Southwest Coast path.
Indulge in a range of delightful Cornish treats and refreshments from locally sourced businesses. Savour the fresh aroma of Olfactory coffee and the smooth, creamy taste of Callestick ice cream.
*Weather permitted
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