![Frampton - When the sun to westward sinks and bathes all things in gold (1896) main[71].jpg](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/68a48509db7a357b8fb66c0f/9bd775a6-af98-46e5-abbf-051e0973f123/Frampton+-+When+the+sun+to+westward+sinks+and+bathes+all+things+in+gold+%281896%29+main%5B71%5D.jpg)
Image 1 of 1
Image 1 of 1
Image 1 of 1
Image 1 of 1
Thursday 12 November 2026 | 6pm–7pm
Discover the fascinating and often overlooked artistic history of Polperro, one of Cornwall's most picturesque fishing villages.
Whilst Polperro did not attract many long-term residents until the 1950s, its beauty led it to rival St Ives as a destination of choice for painters from across Europe, America, Australia and beyond.
Art historian David Tovey brings this international artistic story to life, exploring the many painters who found inspiration in Polperro's harbour, narrow streets, fishing community and dramatic coastal setting.
The talk also introduces the intriguing group known as the Polperro Polemicists, led by artist Arthur Wragg, revealing a lively and distinctive chapter in Cornwall's artistic history.
An opportunity to discover the remarkable creative legacy of a village whose importance to British and international art deserves to be better known.
Event information
Date: Thursday 12 November 2026
Doors open: 5pm
Talk and audience Q&A: 6pm–7pm
Tickets: £15 per person
Four-Talk Pass: £50 for all four November talks (saving £10)
Make an evening of it at The Sherborne
Join us from 5pm before the talk begins at 6pm. Why not extend your visit with dinner in The Sherborne Restaurant? Advance restaurant booking is encouraged.
Restaurant reservations: https://www.thesherborne.uk/eat
Please read our Booking Terms before completing your purchase. Tickets are refundable up to 48 hours before the event start time. We are unable to offer refunds within 48 hours of the event or for non-attendance.
Thursday 12 November 2026 | 6pm–7pm
Discover the fascinating and often overlooked artistic history of Polperro, one of Cornwall's most picturesque fishing villages.
Whilst Polperro did not attract many long-term residents until the 1950s, its beauty led it to rival St Ives as a destination of choice for painters from across Europe, America, Australia and beyond.
Art historian David Tovey brings this international artistic story to life, exploring the many painters who found inspiration in Polperro's harbour, narrow streets, fishing community and dramatic coastal setting.
The talk also introduces the intriguing group known as the Polperro Polemicists, led by artist Arthur Wragg, revealing a lively and distinctive chapter in Cornwall's artistic history.
An opportunity to discover the remarkable creative legacy of a village whose importance to British and international art deserves to be better known.
Event information
Date: Thursday 12 November 2026
Doors open: 5pm
Talk and audience Q&A: 6pm–7pm
Tickets: £15 per person
Four-Talk Pass: £50 for all four November talks (saving £10)
Make an evening of it at The Sherborne
Join us from 5pm before the talk begins at 6pm. Why not extend your visit with dinner in The Sherborne Restaurant? Advance restaurant booking is encouraged.
Restaurant reservations: https://www.thesherborne.uk/eat
Please read our Booking Terms before completing your purchase. Tickets are refundable up to 48 hours before the event start time. We are unable to offer refunds within 48 hours of the event or for non-attendance.