Cruising in Company - Obby Oss - Padstow

Obby Oss - The Padstow 'Obby 'Oss is a unique, centuries-old May Day (May 1st) folk tradition in Cornwall, celebrating the coming of summer. Two hobby horses—the original Old (Red) Oss and the Blue Ribbon Oss—dance through town, accompanied by music, dancers, and the "teaser". It is a vibrant community event, often considered one of the oldest in the UK. As a boater in the Marina you will be in the heart of all of it - a great way to watch the festivities and have your own space nearby.

More info can be found here: https://www.cornwalls.co.uk/events/obby_oss.htm

Cruising In Company is the NDYC program of trips that will try to get a convoy of boats out together to head to events in the Bristol Channel enjoying our hobby as a community. Every trip is open to anyone with a boat and skills that enable them to get to the destination (and back!) safely and is perfect for those who would prefer to follow a friend into an unfamiliar port. If you do not have a boat but would like to come as crew, the best place to look for this is on our WhatsApp community where hopefully a space can be found. Small print - These trips are done on your own boats, with your own insurance and at your own risk - it is for the participants to decide whether the trip is suitable for their craft and experience.

As with all things cruising, the weather has to play ball, we have sought locations where you will see local celebrations, small airplanes and fireworks but if the weather is not suitable for the destination, we will look to find an alternative option that is. Keeping up to date with events as they progress and the weather unfolds is also best done on our WhatsApp community.

Last updated 3:14am on 5 March 2026