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Welcome to the April issue of Cornwall Living, again brimming with a whole host of fabulous ideas for the home, unforgettable days out and top foodie destinations.

Anyone who has ever visited our coastline will tell you that Cornwall and surfing go hand in hand – surfing has become as much a part of the Cornish identity as pasties and cream teas. Whether you’re a seasoned pro, a novice eager to give it a go, or simply someone who likes to admire the waves from the comfort of dry land, I catch up with four inspiring, and very different, surfers who are based in Cornwall to tempt you in (page 14).

Also this month, I have the pleasure of meeting seascape artist Andrew Giddens (page 120), whose love of the surf instead finds its way onto canvas. We’re honoured to hear from double Olympic rowing champion and all-round national treasure, Helen Glover (page 110), on her journey to becoming the world number one in her sport and growing up around Penzance. Foodie is back with lots of great ideas for dining out (page 98), creating the perfect pasty (page 105) and a preview of this year’s Porthleven Food & Music Festival (page 102).

It’s almost time for the ever popular Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Show, and this year’s event promises to be even bigger and better, with Cornwall’s finest makers and producers descending upon the Royal Cornwall Showground to showcase their wares. We have the scoop, with the official show guide (page 65).

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Contents

See pages 14-19 for this month’s cover feature

April 2017

Regulars 8 News & views

Catch up with Cornwall

20 Luxury property

Find your dream Cornish home

63 Way back when

A look back at days gone by

81 Competitions

Win a little taste of Cornwall

86 Coastal escapes

A choice of stunning stays

118 Gallery guide

A window on Cornish art

132 What’s on

April at Hall for Cornwall

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98 Gourmet gossip

All the latest foodie news

102 Bigger & even better

Porthleven Food Festival 2017

104 Artisanal baking

A day in the life of Amanda Williams

106 The perfect pasty

Meet Cornish Premier Pasties

108 A favourite with a twist A delicious dessert recipe

109 Full of flavour

UpperDeck Restaurant and Bar

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38 The feel good factor

A morning with the team at Oltco

42 The only way is up

Meet Rozen Furniture and Botrea Stairs

48 Through the looking glass

Amazing glazing from Cornwall Glass

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52 All the comforts of home

Bespoke pieces from Celtic Pine and Oak

54 A touch of sea and style

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Coastal interiors from Kettle of Fowey

56 Art and architecture

Expert framing from Carpenter Oak

60 Warm your home

Gather round a Kernow Fires fireplace

90 A holiday by the beach

Perran Sands is a treat for all ages

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93 Outside bride

Meet Cornish Tipi Weddings

94 Home from home

Home comforts at Merchants Manor

96 A world on your doorstep

Paradise found – Isles of Scilly Travel

110 National treasure

Rowing champion, Helen Glover

117 Springtime art

Celebrate spring at Summerhouse

120 Let there be light

We meet artist Andrew Giddens

123 True or false?

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NEWS & views For more ideas visit www.cornwall-living.co.uk

Money-saving property-sale tips You’ve sold your home, the price is agreed, and then several weeks later you get bad news: the buyers want a price reduction of several thousand pounds owing to repair works mentioned in the survey.

What do you do? Kevin Craner, Property Solicitor at Sampson Solicitors, explains. “Rather than concede as many people might there is an overlooked solution: ask to see the survey. It should contain a statement as to what the property is worth in its current state and condition.

Frequently, the surveyor will say it is worth the asking price, even though repair works are required. Logically if their own surveyor says it is worth what they agreed to pay, it is difficult to justify a price reduction. Faced with this common-sense fact, buyers often have little option but to drop their request, ensuring you are not left out of pocket!”

Smart financial advice such as this can help you save thousands or maximise your profit when it comes to buying or selling your house.

It pays to speak to the experts such as Sampson Solicitors.

For more information visit www.sampsons-solicitors.co.uk

Don’t let the windy weather get you down Gale force winds and fences don’t get on too well – the recent storms have left more than a few fences in pieces. But with high winds now a gusty fact of life we are just going to have battle on. Unfortunately, rebuilding timber fences is both costly and time-consuming!

Based in windy Tintagel, Cornwall Fencing sells and installs storm-proof fencing under the name of Colourfence. Originally devised in Australia, Colourfence panels are made of pre-painted high tensile steel guaranteed to last for at least 25 years while maintaining their colour and functioning as a highly effective barrier – even against winds of 130mph! Not even rust will hinder these fences as they are built with innovative Colourbond steel and coated in an outstanding anti-corrosion technology that heals itself.

The time to switch to these fabulous fences is now as the prices are comparable to their timber relatives but with the added benefit of outlasting timber over time. What’s more, you won’t even need to get your shovels out, Olly and his team will carry out the installation for you! With over 200 installations across Cornwall and many viewable from the road, you're never far from a Colourfence. Take a look at the installations map on the Colourfence website for sites near you and sneak a peak!

For more information visit www.colourfencecornwall.co.uk

Excitement grows for this year’s Royal Cornwall Show Once again, Cornwall is getting geared up for the Royal Cornwall Show, with a great list of events and shows already in place.

The RAF Falcons, for instance, will be dropping into the main ring on all three days, in an impressive display of parachuting prowess, while the Bolddog Lings Motocross Display Team are set to wow onlookers with some two-wheeled, acrobatic feats that you simply won’t believe.

Eagles and vultures will soar above the crowd in an impressive bird of prey display, while the grand

parades of prize-winning cattle, sheep, horses and goats will make their annual appearance in the main ring. Be sure not to miss the show jumping and the inter-hunt relay!

Taking place between Thursday 8th and Saturday 10th June, with an exciting line up as well as some amazing Cornish food and drink to keep you going, this year’s Royal Cornwall Show is not to be missed.

For tickets and full event information visit www.royalcornwall.co.uk

Keep in the loop at www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Could your bathroom or kitchen do with an update?

The friendly and helpful team over at Fired Earth Truro are here to help you perfect your bathroom or kitchen. Boasting a wide range of tiles, paints and accessories for both bathrooms and kitchens, you will be spoilt for choice when visiting the showroom, which is tucked away on Little Castle Street in Truro.

From classic and elegant to modern and quirky, there is a fantastic range of handcrafted, freestanding bathrooms and kitchens on display in the Truro store.

A trip to the store at number 6 Little Castle Street, Truro is a truly worthwhile visit! Indeed, you can return home from your trip to Fired Earth loaded with tile samples, which you can use to test the tiles at home amidst your perfectly lived-in style.

So if you fancy a browse of some unique, handcrafted sinks, beautiful and traditional knobs and simple yet stylish taps then head down to Fired Earth Truro where you can find an enviable range of British products.

For more information, call 01872 277110 or visit www.firedearth-truro.co.uk

Cornish art goes under the hammer for Cornwall Hospice Care An evening not to be missed with Cornish charity Cornwall Hospice Care, which is hosting a fundraising art auction at The Exchange in Penzance in May. Some of Cornwall’s most notable and well-respected artists have donated works, including Nicola Bealing, Anthony Frost, Tom Leaper, Paul Lewin, Maggie O’Brien, Tim Shaw RA, Simeon Stafford and Michael Strang.

Viewing will be held on Friday 12th May from 10am until 5pm and on Saturday 13th May from 10am until 3pm. The actual event begins on Saturday evening, with doors opening at 7pm with auctioneer David Lay getting underway from 8pm. The £5 entry fee will get you a catalogue, a glass of bubbly, canapés and live music from Café Sax. Registration to bid is during viewing times and before the auction commences, with telephone and commission bidding available. The catalogue will be available from late April at The Exchange and Newlyn galleries.

Come and meet the artists at Customs House Gallery As all of you art-lovers out there will know, there is something otherworldly about stepping into a gallery and being immediately surrounded by works of art, each with its own varying, emotive style. Of course, each piece carries with it the background of hours and hours of hard work by the artist but this can often be forgotten, as the finished product appears so effortless. Luckily, as spring brushes away the chills of winter, Customs House Gallery is holding some ‘Meet the Artist’ sessions. During these sessions each artist will take up residence in the gallery over one or two days to demonstrate their painting, giving you the chance to see these masters at work.

While there will be eight artists participating overall; here are three to peek your arty interest: On 5th May watch as Lin Williams turns a blank canvas into spectacular scenery; on 30th and 31st May watch in awe as Heather Howe recreates Cornwall on canvas; and on 13th June marvel at Roger Curtis’ skill with a brush. Whatever form of art you are interested in, it is a truly unmissable experience watching an artist work.

For more information visit www.cornwall-art.co.uk

So head on down as it promises to be a great evening and all for a very special charity that supports patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families.

For more information contact Sarah Newton on 01736 755770

Keep in the loop at www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Discover this month’s artist to watch at the Poly Guild With so many artists and unique ranges of beautifully crafted work on show at The Poly Guild it can sometimes be hard to focus on any one thing. Luckily for us, The Poly Guild has announced the artist of the month so that we can give special attention to their work! This month’s artist is Sophie Jarram, a fantastic, recent graduate from Falmouth University. Using the process of slip-casting to create precise angles, Sophie has created a collection of ceramic pieces that are linked together by their geometric shapes, a truly striking addition to your home.

Of course, you can still enjoy browsing all of the other work stocked by The Poly Guild. Crafted by artists and designers who either live locally or studied in Falmouth and with work ranging from jewellery and textiles to ceramic, prints and glass, The Poly Guild boasts a truly local and distinctive range.

For more information, visit www.thepoly.org

Let the Cornish Kitchens and Bathrooms team manage your new space

Exciting times ahead for Ales of Scilly Ales of Scilly, which was launched on the stunning Isles of Scilly in 2001, recently welcomed new leadership in the form of Jen Trevithick.

Originally from Falmouth, Jen decided to take on the brewery early this year after spending a few months as Mark, the previous owner’s apprentice.

“I have to admit, I had never brewed before I met Mark, but now I absolutely love the process – creating something from scratch for people to consume that is so natural and has so much history attached to it makes me proud.”

Moving forward, Jen hopes to support many of the upcoming events taking place on the Isles of Scilly, explaining: “There’s a massive drive to use local produce on the islands and I have been approached by a number of event organisers already that want to encourage this as much as possible.”

Jen has a background in marketing and so has some very exciting plans for the brewery itself, so be sure to watch this space!

For more information visit www.alesofscilly.co.uk

Based in the historic Old Brewery Yard on the outskirts of Penryn, Cornish Kitchens and Bathrooms boasts quality products and an incredible installation service. Aiming to make the process of achieving your desired kitchen, bathroom or bedroom as easy and stress free as possible, the team is always on hand to help and welcomes anyone, from those only browsing to those looking for a complete refit.

We spoke to company owner, Nick Ellis, who announced: “We are now solely showcasing Crown kitchen, bedroom and living space furniture. We’ve nearly completed an extensive refit to show all of Crown’s latest ranges along with quality appliances, work tops, sinks and taps. We’ve also added a painted oak bedroom plus an office display, which shows just how diverse our range of products really is!

“From April, our doors will be fully open, so if you’re looking for a quality new kitchen, bathroom, bedroom or life space furniture, we’re here and always happy to help bring your aspirations to life!”

To find out more, call 01326 376788 or visit www.cornishkitchensandbathrooms.co.uk

Discover the beautiful new Celtic Coast Collection, from Jo Downs Glass Jo Downs, one of the world’s most well respected glass designers, works from her studio in Cornwall, drawing inspiration from the stunning landscapes that abound this part of the country.

Her advanced fusion techniques allow for the creation of abstract designs of individuality and depth.

This year, Jo Downs launched the Celtic Coast Collection, which includes beautifully decorative bowls, candle stands, mirrors and stunning grand-scale feature pieces, all cut, crafted, fired and finished here in Cornwall.

With pieces ranging in price from £19 to £695, there’s something for every taste and budget. Indeed, this gorgeous new range needs seeing to be believed! The studio and gallery are open in Launceston, from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, whie the gallery is open on Saturday, 9am to 5pm.

For more information, visit www.jodowns.com

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hether you have been a water baby since birth, you’re looking for something new to take over your life, or it’s something to try on a short break, going surfing, or, more precisely, not going surfing, is like a visit to Cornwall without biting into a pasty or licking an ice cream. It just shouldn’t be allowed! In many coastal towns and harbours you will find young, and not so young, men and women donning wetsuits grabbing their boards and jumping in ‘for a cheeky one’ (surf) during their lunch break and after work. Indeed, many of the companies we talk to here, from Finisterre to Oltco, will head off to the beach for a surf during the working day and make up the time later.

So what is the pull of surfing? We talk to four very different surfers to find out: professional Sam Bleakley, who has been surfing almost since he could walk; model and surfer Corinne Evans, who didn’t start until she was about 15; Tass Swallow, who runs Tassy’s Surf Ratz, coaching girls in St Ives; and ex-Army veteran Martin Pollock, who only took up surfing after loosing both legs and an arm to an IED (improvised explosive device) in Afghanistan.

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Surrounded by the sea, with nearly 200 beaches, little wonder surfing is a huge part of life in Cornwall.

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Sam Bleakley Don’t be fooled by old-fashioned ideas of surfers.

Like many today, Sam is a hard-working family man who, when I meet up with him, is on his way to pick up his finished and bound thesis for his PhD, in geography, travel writing and… surf. “I grew up near Gwenver and went surfing from an early age with my dad. Now I can carry on the tradition by Image courtesy of: Liam Arthur getting my own young children started.”

Sam has been an international professional surfer and amongst other things is a travel writer, an Ambassador for Finisterre and a commentator at International Surf events. “I’ll be in Papua New Guinea for the next event… it’s a wonderful job… washed-up old surfers just chewing the fat!” He has travelled to some extraordinary places to make documentaries about emerging surf cultures: places like Mauritania, Sierra Leone and Ghana, and still competes on the British Tour.

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He is a longboarder from choice. “It’s more feminine and I love the dance on the board, on the wave. Shortboarding to me is more aggressive, more punk; while longboarding is more like jazz music.” He talks about the opportunities surfing has given him and its spiritual side. “When surfing you are totally engaged in the present and the environment.”

He’s written a rather beautiful book about it, Mindfulness and Surfing: Reflections for Saltwater Souls. It’s wonderful even for a non-surfer like me; the last words, and my favourite quote in the book, are from Sam’s daughter Lola: “Dad, I want to surf with you in places I’ve never heard of.”

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“I feel connected to nature and the planet”

I meet Martin at the Sand Bar overlooking Praa Sands and his eyes keep wondering to check the waves below. He grew up in Mullion and joined the Army in 2008, was deployed to Afghanistan a year later where he was shot in the leg, but recovered and returned to the front line. Then in 2010 he lost both legs and an arm in an IED explosion.

As we drink coffee he quite naturally talks about “when I was blown-up.”

Apparently, other vets refer to their ‘being alive day’ as the day they got blown up and survived. But Martin tells me: “My ‘being alive day’ was the first day I surfed. It just felt so right. I don’t think I realised the impact until later, just how much it grabbed me. When I’m surfing I’m happy… it’s peaceful, it’s fun.”

In 2012 he got the chance to go to California to learn to surf with Operation Surf, and hasn’t looked back since. Now he has lessons from Dan Joel at Poldhu: “He’s been a big help, helping me and

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coaching me… And I must mention Van Curaza who runs the surf charity in the States; he’s been my buddy since the beginning.” He grins: “Though his wife does all the work!” Martin spends a lot of his time inspiring other vets to take to the water and surf; he helps Operation Surf in the UK as well as returning every six months or so to the States to surf with them.

“There’s a number of things about surfing for me,” Martin explains. “I get real physical benefit and my mental state is better. When I’m in the water I’m freer; it’s easier to move on a surfboard.

I am really restricted on land; it’s still an effort on the water but not the same. Surfing has filled a part of me that was missing. I feel connected to nature and the planet. ” For more information about Operation Surf UK www.endeavourfund.co.uk

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“I started Tassy’s Surf Ratz five years ago, to help fund the competitive side of my surfing. It started out with just a handful of girls, but within a year I had to start another class for girls under ten!

That’s when my real passion for coaching started. It’s not all about surfing; it’s about developing self-confidence and helping girls to have a positive self-image. Surfing has proved to be the most amazing tool for building self-esteem in what is arguably the hardest time in these young girls’ lives.” Now she coaches around 25 girls between the ages of 6-16 years old.

In 2015, with a dream of creating a surf clubhouse for her Surf Ratz, Tass took on the challenge of a derelict but iconic building in the heart of St Ives, with the sea on three sides. She launched a successful Crowdfunder campaign to raise the funds and got the lease from the Council. Tass picks up the story: “After two years of more fundraising, planning and plain hard labour we are finally operational and so excited to be on the run up to ë LEFT Tassy surfing

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our first summer season as a Surf Education Centre & Community events hub here in St Ives.”

Events in for 2017 include: sea school workshops, rockpool and coastal foraging, more sea themed supper clubs, exhibitions, lifeguard and surf coaching courses and the launch of ‘Surf MumZ’ – a class for surfing mothers everywhere!

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Corinne Evans

Corinne is equally passionate about getting women into surfing and runs surf lessons, and surf and yoga days. She didn’t really start surfing until she was 15 and joined the local surf club. “There weren’t many other girls surfing, none of my friends did it… but I just loved it, really got bitten by the bug! I enjoyed the free surfing most; I tried a few competitions but didn’t like the pressure.”

Now she makes her living from surfing, modelling – she’s an Ambassador for Ann’s Cottage – writing for girls’ surf magazines and running her surf tours. She also manages the fundraising events for the Wave Project, which helps people with mental and physical disabilities get into surfing.

“But I still surf as much as I can. I love Fistral, especially in the winter.

“It’s such a funny feeling, the anticipation of not knowing whether you are about to catch the wave of your life or wipeout! There’s no consistency with surfing. You’re out in the wind, rain and sun… it changes every time you go out. The best surf is usually from autumn to spring… so you just have to embrace the cold, windy days and enjoy. It’s the best thing ever and I just want to encourage more women and girls to grab a board and get out there and have some fun!”

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Head over to our website for a range of videos giving you plenty of inspiration to explore the wonderful Cornish coastline, including a video of Tassy’s surf school and another showcasing the beautiful Isles of Scilly. www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Some good surfing spots

Gwithian - slightly tamer than Godrevy Polzeath - on the north coast

Praa Sands - just up from Porthleven

Towan Beach - in Newquay and more sheltered than Fistral Perranporth - but take advice on any rips Bude - on north east coast

Sennen - at the opposite end of the coast near Land’s End

Want to enjoy more of the Cornish coastline?

Well you could be in with a chance by entering one of our fabulous competitions! This month we have a whole host of fabulous getaways.

You could even win return flights to the Isles of Scilly! Turn to page 81 for all the details.

Enter now at www.cornwall-living.co.uk Terms & conditions apply.

Watergate Bay - watch out for kite surfers

“The anticipation of not knowing whether you are about to catch the wave of your life or wipeout”

Church Cove and Kennack Sands - on the Lizard If new to a beach always check with a lifeguard or local surfer about any hazards or rips.

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Carnweather A modern, five-bedroom house with enclosed gardens and dramatic, Atlantic sea views.

INFORMATION Five bedrooms, three en-suite Dramatic sea views Enclosed, generous gardens Unique, modern design Tarmac driveway with ample parking

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n entering this house, it’s clear to see the care that’s been taken to make this space bright and modern, while retaining the homely feeling of a family residence.

Step onto the wooden flooring of the slate porch area, wipe your feet and move through to the kitchen diner. A very well appointed kitchen offers plenty of room for those who love to cook and the space is beautifully lit, with double glazed French doors looking out over the garden.

It’s easy to be taken aback by the views across the golf course and down to the coast as you move through to the sitting room where, once again, the modern design combines space, natural light and carpeted comfort to make you feel instantly at home.

Head up the handcrafted staircase to the first floor, where five bedrooms, three of which have en suites, offer plentiful and comfortable accommodation and lovely views.

Outside, the rear garden, with traditional, Cornish stone walling and a stream running through at the bottom is ideal for outdoor games in the summer: fire up the barbeque and let the kids play while you sit back in the sun and watch the grill with a glass of something chilled.

What’s more, if you’re an avid golfer who loves nothing more than a therapeutic nine holes with a view, Trevose Golf and Country Club is only moments away. Here, you’ll also find a wonderful range of beauty and massage treatments, great for relaxing after a long week!

Carnweather is in prime position for exploring one of Cornwall’s most beautiful coastal regions and, with plenty of schools within easy reach; a wealth of things to keep kids and adults alike busy all year round, as well as some of the country’s finest foodie venues in nearby towns such as Padstow, there’s something for everybody.

So, whether you’re a growing family looking for a coastal relocation with extra room, or you’re seeking a holiday home to return to year after year, book a viewing today, before someone beats you to it!

Carnweather Windsway

ë MAIN From the outside in, this house is beautifully modern é ABOVE RIGHT The views from Carnweather are absolutely astounding

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GUIDE PRICE: PRICE:£1,400,000 £900,000 JACKIE STANLEY

1 North Quay, Padstow PL28 8AF 01841 532555 sales@jackie-stanley.co.uk www.jackie-stanley.co.uk

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Set in its own beautiful, third-acre plot near the north coast, Parc Garrow enjoys far-reaching views over rural farmland, down towards the glittering waters of Perranporth.

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Two reception rooms Double garage and workshop Mature gardens Stunning rural views EPC rating D55

riving down the private lane towards the property, there’s a real sense of solitude – of being at one with your surroundings.

When you pull up to the house, its wonderful landscaped gardens and private sun terrace are enough to tempt an offer on the spot!

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spacious living and dining area has plenty of room, great for putting your feet up after a long day and ideal for gathering with your friends over a bottle of wine and a board game. Why not break out the Carcassonne?

Follow through to the kitchen, where matching wall units with open shelving offer all the storage you’ll need when making the most of Cornwall’s quality produce. An open-beamed ceiling really cements the room’s traditional, ‘farmhouse kitchen’ feeling.

Upstairs, four bedrooms – one with its own en suite – provide comfortable accommodation for a growing family looking to relocate, each enjoying beautiful, countryside views with some looking to the sea!

Outside, the well-kept and easily manageable garden has plenty of space for kids who want to play in the Cornish sun, while the red-paved sun terrace is just asking for a deck chair or two. Get the grill going and invite everybody round; after

all, what better way to show off your new country home? And, if you’re a bit of a horticulturalist, Goonhavern Garden Centre has everything you’ll need to put your stamp on this wonderful outdoor space.

Indeed, Goonhavern is a great area for those looking to make the most of Cornwall’s rugged north coast, with Perranporth beach just a short drive from the property. What’s more, it’s only a short, seven-mile drive to the high streets of Cornwall’s capital, Truro and a mere six miles from surfing hub, Newquay, with its array of seaside eateries, bars and stunning beaches. And, being so close to one of Cornwall’s main roads, you’re not far from a long list of schools. Indeed, Goonhavern has its own primary school, so your little ones should be well catered for!

So, to get the ball rolling on your next family adventure, contact the Millerson, Perranporth team and arrange a viewing; properties like this aren’t often on the market for long!

é ABOVE Cosy and comfortable, Parc Garrow really enjoys an authentic farmhouse feel

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GUIDE PRICE: £900,000 £500,000 MILLERSON

4 St Pirans Parade, Perranporth TR6 0BL 01872 573700 www.millerson.com

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Apple Tree Cottage Having begun life during the 18th century, this quintessentially Cornish cottage has been beautifully transformed into a comfortable and stylish home.

INFORMATION Period home with extensive renovation Three double bedrooms Large living area Parking Secluded rural setting Stunning views over neighbouring countryside

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et in a secluded rural hamlet, just a short drive from Stithians, Truro, Falmouth and Redruth, residents here are well set when it comes to shopping, schools and even watersports on the local Stithians reservoir!

Step inside and it’s clear to see that Apple Tree Cottage has undergone extensive renovation and refurbishment. The carefully designed interior fuses rustic character features with the latest luxurious finishes. Add to this the eco credentials of the biomass and solar thermal heating system and you have a home that’s as efficient as it is beautiful.

An open-plan kitchen and day rooms are essential when it comes to everyday, family living, offering plenty of space for spending time together as well as for social gatherings with friends. What’s more, the kitchen has a superb contemporary edge that sits perfectly in this period home: cream units are topped with timber work surfaces, with an integrated double oven and Amtico flooring with underfloor heating rounding everything off.

Spanning the breadth of the cottage is the impressive living room, with its stunning granite fireplace and log burner, perfect for getting cosy on the cold nights of winter, as well as plenty of space for

sumptuous sofas and an open beamed ceiling, which really cements this cottage’s authentic country-home feel.

Upstairs, three inviting double bedrooms offer ample space for a family looking to relocate, as well as a large and luxurious bathroom with a walk-in shower and a deep bath to sink into when the kids are out.

And, speaking of the kids, the beautiful and large gardens have plenty of space to keep them entertained as they play in the balmy afternoons of summer. There’s also a sun trap barbeque area that you’ll want to make the most of; just pull up a couple of deck chairs and get that grill going!

In all, this home has everything to offer a family looking for an authentic Cornish cottage in the country, with the added benefit of modern fittings and finishes. One thing’s for certain with Apple Tree Cottage – it won’t be on the market for long, so book your viewing soon, before you miss your chance!

Apple Tree Cottage

ë MAIN A stunning, traditional cottage exterior é ABOVE Unwind with all the family, with space to spare! é INSET Comfort and style go hand in hand throughout this well-designed home

GUIDE PRICE: £315,000 CLIVE PEARCE PROPERTY

31 Lemon Street, Truro, Cornwall TR1 2LS 01872 272622 hello@clivepearceproperty.com www.clivepearceproperty.com

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Little Downderry Farm A wonderful family farmhouse with its own equine facilities, set in six acres of stunning Cornish pasture.

INFORMATION Three/four bedrooms Detached cottage Detached annexe Four stables Seven paddocks with natural boundaries Private parking Six acres

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at on a beautiful south-facing slope in a wonderfully rural position, Little Downderry Farm boasts some absolutely astounding views over the surrounding countryside.

Inside the cosy and characterful cottage offers versatile accommodation including three to four bedrooms, a pantry, sitting room and conservatory. The kitchen/ breakfast room, with its own fireplace, is a homely spot for a coffee in the morning or a glass of wine in the evening.

The residence even has a study which, while handy for someone who likes to bring their work home, would easily make a fourth bedroom. Overall, this beautiful property feels cosy and comfortable, emanating the warmth you’d expect from such a well-maintained farmstead.

Separate from the main house is the annexe. With oil-fired central heating and double glazing, this space is especially cosy in the winter. Converted nearly ten years ago, it adds a great deal of potential to the property, enjoying an open-plan living space

that includes a kitchen, sitting/dining area and even an en suite bedroom. Why not generate some extra income by letting it out as a holiday home or permanent residence?

Situated between Truro and St Austell, Little Downderry Farm makes the most of its idyllic and peaceful surroundings while, at the same time, enjoying the convenience of local amenities in the nearby villages of Grampound, Probus and Sticker. Local primary schools as well as secondary schools in Truro and St Austell make the location perfect for a young family and, being equal distance from both the north and south coast, it’s in a prime position for taking advantage of everything that the Cornish seaside has to offer.

Little Downderry Farm

ë MAIN This Cornish farmhouse is beautiful, from the outside in é ABOVE The sweeping views of the surrounding countryside are something to behold

GUIDE PRICE: £750,000

PHILIP MARTIN

9 Cathedral Lane, Truro TR1 2QS 01872 242244 sales@philip-martin.co.uk www.philip-martin.co.uk

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Legacy Properties infuses life by the sea with impeccable design and craftsmanship.

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here are many ways to make the most of the Cornish landscape and undoubtedly one of the best is to enjoy it from the balcony of a property overlooking the local vista. This is what Legacy Properties offers. The family owned company, based here in Cornwall, is a premium developer of luxury coastal homes; acquiring, designing and building properties that complement the landscape, such as the incredible awardwinning development Seascape...

Located in the highly-sought after Pentire area of the north coast, Seascape includes a selection of ten luxury apartments and two houses in a private, new build development overlooking the north coast. Seascape’s appeal lies in its location, meticulous attention to detail and high end finish.

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world-renowned Fistral beach, with its breathtaking views and considered design, Fistral House is the perfect blend of luxury living and coastal cool.

Carefully designed and built to enhance the owners’ living experience, the dining-living area boasts stylish, open-plan living, while details such as ceiling mounted speakers are installed to optimise entertaining. The kitchen incorporates top of the range appliances, quartz worktops and feature lighting, while the bathrooms feature Mandarin Stone tiles along with Hansgrohe fittings.

Yet another development on the impressive Legacy books is Thirty Six. With a selection of one, two and three bedroom apartments, these spaces really need to be seen to be believed. Enjoy a life of luxury with bespoke Cornish built Treyone Kitchens, underfloor heating throughout, 100% wool carpets in bedrooms and wide plank engineered oak flooring in living areas. You’ll be hard pressed to find a higher specification and attention to

detail. What’s more, it boasts a large private landscaped communal garden with sea views, a wonderful space in which to enjoy the Cornish summer.

One to watch and new this year is the exciting development of ten luxury houses in Holywell Bay, just outside of Newquay.

This will include nine houses with four bedrooms and one with five, so be sure to watch this space!

So if you fancy owning a little slice of Cornwall to come back and enjoy, time and time again, contact the team at Legacy Properties now and book a viewing at one of the stunning waterside developments.

You can rest assured it’ll be one decision you won’t regret making.

LEGACY PROPERTIES

Unit 2b, Quintdown Business Park, Quintrell Downs, Newquay TR8 4DS info@legacyproperties.co.uk www.legacyproperties.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

ë ABOVE The contemporary interiors and modern appliances complement the spectacular ocean views

“With world-class surf, the Gannel Estuary at low tide and coastline that you can spend days strolling along, Pentire is paradise for those who love the outdoors”

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Traditional look

modern benefits We crave products that are functional yet look stylish too. So why should we expect any different from our windows?

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et’s be honest, when it comes to our homes we want the best of both worlds. We want beautiful houses overflowing with character and elegance but we don’t want to spend every second of spare time maintaining them – is that so much to ask? Growing up in a Georgian townhouse I watched as my parents spent many a day replacing the iconic timber windows and toiled away countless hours in the search for glass after one simple slip sent panel after panel crashing to the floor.

With my own windows needing frequent attention, I’ve often thought there must be a better option out there that the masses have somehow collectively missed. Throughout this research, I discovered two very important things: PVC is where the future stands but it doesn’t have to stand out.

With local family-run company Dawes & Windows, you’ll find the perfect combination: the minimal maintenance and thermal and cost efficiency of PVC with the charm and appeal of traditional timber windows.

Dawes & Windows achieves this match made in heaven through the use of Resident 9, a window system designed to replicate the 19th-century flush sash timber windows.

What a revelation! This works wonders for the owners of older, traditional properties, providing a genuine solution to their doubleglazing needs and can also be considered for use in conservation areas due to its authentic appearance. Of course, the product is only half the battle. Fortunately, Dawes & Windows, led by Managing Director Phil Dawe, boasts a team of skilled and friendly craftspeople with a truly enviable work ethic.

But don’t just take my word for it! Simon and Jo were blown away by the service provided: “Phil Dawe was the ninth person we invited to provide a quote for our replacement windows and we immediately felt that this was someone we could put our trust in.”

Indeed, as the team over at Dawes and Windows are celebrating their 10th anniversary, they must be doing everything right, with their expert and affable team of hardworking craftsmen.

ë MAIN Create stunning additions to your home é ABOVE The classic looks we love with all the benefits we require

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Unit 1, Blowinghouse Hill, Redruth TR15 3AG 01209 315700 sales@dawesandwindows.co.uk www.dawesandwindows.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Transform your floor

Add a warm welcome to your home with the latest range of Cornish oak, olive ash and Douglas fir, the engineered flooring materials of choice from Aspen and Ash.

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spen and Ash, with more than 40 years’ experience in exclusive flooring across the UK, produces artisan floors for clients wishing to enhance the beauty of a space with a stunning wooden floor of genuine quality.

Company director Peter Randles tells us: “Natural wooden flooring will bring a sense of character to your home, with the appearance improving as time goes by.

“Our exquisite flooring can be contrasted against chic ultra modern furnishings or used to complement period features to great effect.”

Aspen and Ash has secured close ties to Lord Falmouth’s Tregothnan Estate, enabling the company to procure beautiful oak and olive ash. However, from the forest to the floor, Tregothnan wood is limited.

The oak and olive ash is sourced from the sustainable woodlands of the estate, using trees that are felled as part of the natural thinning process.

Peter adds: “The wood flooring market is awash with cheap, less sustainable wood from far flung places. We source our wood locally so that we can preserve endangered rainforests and reduce transportation miles, minimising our carbon footprint.

“We are committed to recycling and preserving historic, heritage-rich woodland for future generations to enjoy. We know where our wood comes from and we want you to share its journey with us.”

Aspen and Ash also offers beautiful Dinesen-style reclaimed Douglas Fir. Peter continues: “We seek out reclaimed timber. Not only does it benefit the environment, reclaimed wood from older structures is sourced from mature trees, giving it hardiness and character. This timber is durable, having already stood the test of time.”

The company’s engineered flooring is handmade with precision and passion, using traditional methods to offer unparalleled stability and finish, to produce a floor that will last for generations, adding instant value to your home. So, why not give the team a call?

éABOVE Wooden floors help to tie any room together ê BELOW Handmade with expertise and care

ASPEN & ASH

Unit B1-B3, Cardrew Business Park, Redruth TR15 1SQ 01209 210753 07980 703760 www.aspenandash.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Beautiful

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Reap the rewards of having enviable flooring without the sweat and tears that go into maintaining real wood floors! é ABOVE The fabulously chic look of raven oak ê BELOW Get the chalet style with reclaimed heart pine

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was recently invited to take a look at the new LooseLay Longboard wood designs at the state-of-the-art Karndean showroom. Naturally, I jumped at the chance to get my interior design fix! Upon arriving at the showroom I was immediately ushered to see the collection as no amounts of talking can really do justice to these fabulous interior additions.

The boards, it must be said, really are something to behold. The collection offers a wide selection of sophisticated wood hues to choose from, each inspired by authentic European, American and Australian woods including pine, walnut and spotted gum, to name but a few!

Looking at the selection on offer I am struck with each board’s utter uniqueness. The European oaks offer two distinct groups, one of which boasts on-trend grey and charcoal tones for a modern look with authentic knots, lightly brushed grain details and subtle distressed finishes – it is simply stunning.

Ideal for traditional and contemporary interiors in particular, the American inspired woods include reclaimed and rustic pines and a contrasting warm walnut design. The detailing in the reclaimed timber replicates both natural open grain and manmade markings for a unique, aged look, whereas character walnut takes on the true colour of real walnut wood. As I browse I begin to mentally design a room around these rich and authentic tones.

Finally, the collection concludes with two Australian designs. Offering a sustainable alternative to real Tasmanian oak sourced from remote lumberyards in South Eastern Australia, bleached Tasmanian oak presents original growth rings and subtle colour variation, but in a modern whitewashed finish. With cool, crisp lines, the subtle spotted appearance and large amounts of sapwood within lemon spotted gum reflects the natural characteristics of this rich, Australian wood.

Indeed, it is the concept of beautiful designs and practical execution that makes these floorings so appealing. Designed for quick and easy installation, meaning less disruption for busy homes and lifestyles, and impact in larger areas of the home including hallways, open-plan living spaces and bedrooms.

My helpful tour guide tells me: “With colourways and finishes designed to complement emerging trends in home interior design, each new wood design not only replicates the realistic beauty and individuality of its original source, but also remains easy to clean and practical” – a winning combination!

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Annie Cowen

SOUTH WEST CARPETS

Treloggan, Newquay TR7 2SX 01637 872023 www.southwestcarpets.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Know your property Get the information you need when buying a new property or upgrading your own with a survey from Court Design.

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ith spring around the corner, now is a time when many people make plans to look for a new house to live in, or carry out work on their existing home, particularly here in Cornwall.

When looking to buy a property (which is a substantial financial investment!), one of the most important considerations is to commission a detailed building condition survey, so that you have a thorough understanding of what repairs or regular maintenance may be necessary to keep your building in good condition. It is all too easy to fall in love with your chosen property and overlook its true condition!

We speak with Senior Partner at Court Design and Conservation, Andrew Hayes, who says: “It’s very common for such conditions to be overlooked.

Understandably, not many buyers have a true understanding of what they’re looking for when it comes to a property’s state of repair, which is why we do what we do!

“The advice we give is all the more important with historic buildings, particularly those that are granted listed building status and it’s important to ensure that the survey is carried out by a

suitably qualified building surveyor, with conservation experience.”

Indeed, your existing home may need repairing due to the winter storms, or you may wish to alter and extend the property to suit your changing needs. Court Design & Conservation can help with such design work, obtaining the necessary Local Authority consents and preparing the detailed documents for the builders to work from. Andrew, himself, is a conservation accredited, chartered building surveyor with over 25 years’ experience of working with historic buildings so, if you’re planning a new project or looking to pastures new, but you need a professional to take a look and provide you with all the advice and quotes you need, why not give him a call?

ë ABOVE LEFT We all fall in love with historic buildings é ABOVE RIGHT The charming yet high maintenance thatched roof

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The Coach House, Trevissome, Flushing, Falmouth TR11 5TA 01326 37600 www.courtdesign.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Walking on comfort

Sometimes we want to inject life back into our home, but how do we do it? Well, the answer might just floor you.

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ife is tough on our poor carpets.

Muddy boots run up and down corridors, paws and claws scratch at the bottom step of the staircase and countless cups of tea are spilt on the living room floor after a speedy reach for the last remaining biscuit was a little off target!

Indeed, we really do take advantage of our comfy flooring, often letting them lie a little worse for wear for some time.

If this is the case then it may well be time to focus on your floor and give it the revamp it needs. Of course, deciding that you need a change is often the easy part; deciding what to go for? Now that is tricky.

Walk through your home and spend a moment considering the style you have cultivated in each room and which floor will help enhance it. Does your living room offer a cosy and inviting space with which a plush carpet will add that extra ounce of comfort? Perhaps your classic kitchen could do with a sleek floor to offset the traditional feel and add some zest? Whatever the room, whatever your style, updating the floor can dramatically alter the entire look.

With so many questions, it’s useful that Bodmin Flooring Centre has answers to all

these decorative conundrums. David Rose at BFC says he sees this a lot and so is relaxed about how to approach it. Indeed, with over 30 years of experience and often providing bespoke designs for clients, David and his team are certainly equipped to help you through your revamp process with ease.

This family-run business supplies carpets, flooring, beds and furniture to suit the most exacting tastes, and is proud to boast the National Trust and English Heritage as customers. David finds that customers appreciate a complete service; with help from the moment they start looking, right the way through to installation. The company therefore offers a huge range of beds, flooring and carpets at its dedicated warehouse in Bodmin.

So, even if you are unsure of what you want done, pop down to the Bodmin Flooring Centre warehouse and see what’s on offer and find your flooring inspiration.

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Annie Cowen

BODMIN FLOORING CENTRE

Dunmere Road, Bodmin PL31 2QN 01208 76859 www.bodminflooring.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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The feel good

A morning with the team from Oltco highlights that this is not your average flooring company.

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é ABOVE The team love making every aspect of your home look as great as possible

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pon walking into the office at Oltco, it becomes immediately clear this is no typical flooring business. For a start, just a two-minute stroll from the iconic Fistral beach, it’s not located on some anonymous industrial estate in the middle of nowhere.

The office is sharp and contemporary, with AstroTurf on the floor of the breakout area, large wall-mounted screens, and plush designer seating to sink into with a fresh coffee while flicking through a magazine.

This is all part of a very intentional desire to create an experience.

I’m greeted warmly by Director Johnny Pearce. Johnny’s business partner, Tom Stringer and his parents, started the family business around 12 years ago and Johnny

has witnessed and helped it grow from a small, local firm in Newquay to a marketleading flooring specialist with a national reputation. Oltco is the place to go for beautiful driveways, and for transforming unloved balconies, patios and courtyards into stunning spaces, whether traditional or contemporary. It is also a leading provider of interior flooring, for both domestic and commercial settings. Oltco’s high profile clients include Wembley Stadium, top celebrity chefs and even spiritual leaders.

But Johnny’s equally happy helping a local neighbour fix their drive.

You could attribute this success to the incredible expertise and skill of the team, to the hardwearing products that are high performance and low maintenance – stunning flooring that does the job, yet looks beautiful too. You could attribute it to the company’s 20-year guarantee on all resin bound flooring – the best on the market and a clear show of the confidence the company has in its offering. But these are all just part of the experience you can expect as standard. Johnny, takes a different outlook. The importance is the ‘why?’ “It’s for the lifestyle we want for ourselves and our team; we want to feel good about the work we do and the decisions we make.”

Essentially, it’s all about lifestyle: “Don’t work 100 hours and slog away… work 30 hours and feel contented!” It’s a simple,

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but extremely effective approach: If people love what they do and take pride in it, then this will translate into great results. The team at Oltco genuinely want you to get as much enjoyment and pleasure out of your new flooring or driveway as they get from doing a good job.

“You can’t benchmark people,” continues Johnny. “We wanted to support the community, and so have implemented the apprenticeship programme. To work for us, they need to learn our ethos… I’d rather hire someone with no skillset, but with the right ethics. After all, we can give them the skills, but they need to have the mentality that fits the business: a genuine person, who likes to have fun – a team player.”

It appears to be working: “It’s an opportunity of a lifetime,” says employee, Ben. “Tom and Johnny are fantastic to work for – I see them more as friends than employers.” Corinna adds: “It’s nice to be in a relaxed, comfortable environment. We have great team in the office which keeps it fun.”

A born-and-bred Newquay boy, Johnny is an avid supporter of everything Cornish.

“We have some very talented people in our county,” he explains. “Cornwall is a real hot-bet of skill and talent. You don’t need to hire a designer or architect based

in London, for example, when everything and everyone you need is right here. And, crucially, they understand the lifestyle too.”

So, with lifestyle and work/life balance so crucial to Johnny, one wonders what he does to unwind. “I love early morning running across Fistral beach,” he says, as well as eating out with the family at his favourite restaurant: Paul Harwood’s The Fish House.

Johnny’s inherent charisma and passion for his business are truly infectious. For a minute, I almost find myself reaching for my P45 and asking where to sign! I’m left with the distinct impression that this local company has all the skills, products, services and expertise needed to make your home, holiday let or business look as great as it deserves to. So if you would like to breathe a bit of life into a tired looking property, then you really should give the Oltco team a call. Not only can you expect excellent results; they might just make you smile too!

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There are many benefits to utilising the services of an architectural practice, whether you are building a new home, converting your loft, extending or altering your existing home. Good planning and considered design not only make for the best possible use of space but can also save money in ensuring developers have a comprehensive guide to follow in bringing your vision to life.

A & K Architectural Services is an established, family-owned practice founded in 2005, offering a full architectural design, planning and building regulation service in Cornwall and the south west. Having grown from the construction industry the team have a practical and detailed approach to development with qualified knowledge in construction techniques, insulation solutions, plumbing, electrics and renewables.

The team are happy to assist you at any stage of your development but are best introduced to a project at its infancy to help fully develop your initial ideas. They are there to work with you, ensuring the end product will meet all of your criteria whilst guaranteeing that the proposals are deliverable to your budget.

On contacting them they will happily discuss your development and arrange a free initial visit, during which they assess, and most importantly listen. This ensures they gain a true understanding of what you are trying to achieve. From this point they will provide you with a quotation to include all architectural services to develop your visions.

They will return to carry out a full measured survey of your home or development site and produce a draft scheme for your initial thoughts. At this stage they will work closely with you to tailor the development to your needs.

Once a design is finalised they will work to gain the required approvals to construct the scheme providing you with a fully managed planning and building regulation approval service.

They also offer a flexible project management service for further peace of mind during the build, for which more information can be found on their website.

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By utilising the knowledge and experience this architectural practice has to offer, you will have commissioned a start-to-finish service that includes all aspects of design, authority approvals and construction that will ensure your development is delivered to a high standard and on budget.

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Coupled with a thorough understanding of local and national planning policies and building regulation requirements they have gained permissions for hundreds of clients in the most challenging of circumstances.

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We catch up with local company, Rozen Furniture as they get ready to take on Botrea Stairs, adding even more to its impressive list of services.

“It’s an exciting challenge.

Botrea Stairs is a wellproven company and we’re really keen to further that success moving forward”

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ozen Furniture, the local bespoke furniture makers based in Ruan Minor, near Helston, specialise in creating fi ne, handcrafted furniture and kitchens to suit your home. Having helped clients across the UK to develop ideas, projects and commissions, varying from single one-off pieces to the furnishing of entire properties; from worktops to wardrobes, the team are experts when it comes to creating unique furniture, transforming the homes of clients who return, time and time again.

From humble beginnings, Rozen Furniture fi rst started out as a result of the creative partnership of Ian Cox and Alan Pearce, both Cabinet Makers by trade.

Having grown quickly, the new company soon required more room to accommodate its ever growing workforce, as well as more workshop space. In 2000, it made its move to Ruan Minor on the Lizard peninsula, a beautiful location that’s helped attract an incredible team of craftsmen and women whose combined efforts have made Rozen the success it is today.

And, as if that wasn’t enough, Rozen Furniture recently acquired Botrea Stairs – the bespoke staircase experts – scoring yet another notch on its already impressive belt!

Botrea has been a leading name in stair making in Cornwall since 1983, with a fierce reputation for offering competitively priced staircases in hard and soft wood, all within an impressive four to six week lead time! Now, due to the retirement of the original founders, Botrea is set to move under the Rozen banner, with the aim of combining the reputations of each business and achieving an almighty homefurnishing force, reinforcing an ethos of design, quality and service.

With an 11,000 square foot factory and a dedicated stair CNC machining centre, there’s nothing Botrea can’t do when it comes to your new staircase. Choose

from oak, ash, black walnut or, indeed, any other timber, including softwood, as well as deciding which steel and glass components you feel would work best.

The team will then mock up a CAD drawing for your perusal and approval, before putting the real thing together.

The best part about this is that the team constantly strives to continue its approach to customer service, with site visits and technical assistance, promoting a personalised process in a world where ever more people are sourcing staircases and fi tting services online. The team knows that a staircase can very much be a centrepiece of a home. For this reason, they pour all of their efforts into making sure that their exacting standards ooze from each and every inch of the fi nished product.

We caught up with Alan Pearce, Director at Rozen Furniture about Botrea, who seemed very excited about the whole thing, explaining: “It’s an exciting challenge. Botrea Stairs is a well-proven company and we’re really keen to further that success moving forward. We here at Rozen offer a bespoke design service to our clients, supporting them on every stage of their project and this is something we really want to infuse into Botrea.”

So, watch this space. Things at Rozen Furniture, it would seem, can only get better!

Indeed, if you have an interior design project that could use the professional touch of an expert team that knows its trade; a company that’s only set to get bigger and offer more, then get in touch with Rozen Furniture and Botrea Stairs.

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Cherry Tree Workshop, Ruan Minor, Helston TR12 7JR 01326 291056 www.botreastairs.co.uk info@botreastairs.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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The heart of design

With so many properties making up the eclectic mix of residential and commercial properties in Cornwall, sometimes it’s nice to stand out from the crowd.

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sually, while embarking on my many walks around Cornwall I often find myself pausing to appreciate and lust over the many beautiful and characterful cottages that Cornwall seems to have in abundance. However, on recent strolls I have been pausing less for thatched roofs, lattice windows and names carved with care into slate and more for sleek lines, innovative use of wood and stone and walls with so many windows you begin to wonder if there is a single shadow in the entire house. It wasn’t until I saw an utterly breathtaking house in St Mawes that I finally bit the bullet and decided to learn a little bit more about the fascinating art of architectural design.

Enter local company SPS Architectural, the perfect company for gleaning some insight into the processes behind the design, having worked on a wide variety of properties, ranging from residential and commercial to educational and community-led projects.

One of the first things that strikes you when delving into the depths of architectural design is the absolute necessity of passion throughout each and every stage. Each bespoke design begins with a sketch and it is clear with each etching that tremendous thought and care has been poured into it. The sketches are a distinctive culmination of the client’s brief and the designer's insight and creativity, which is then worked upon further still as client and designer build upon the base ideas to create something tailored and completely unique.

The team over at SPS Architectural pride themselves on this initial process as their forward thinking, design-led work considers all angles and ensures that the client’s requirements, both in budget and design, are met with precision and care. With a team born and bred in Cornwall and with 25 years of experience, their designs boast both contemporary features with traditional influences, so that your bespoke design will fuse effortlessly with its Cornish surroundings while maintaining a striking façade.

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Innovation Suite, Gateway Business Centre, Barncoose Industrial Estate, Redruth TR15 3RQ enquiries@spsarchitectural.co.uk www.spsarchitectural.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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We catch up with Jason Smith, Director of the environmentally friendly Eco Clean Tech as the company leads the way in patio and drive cleaning.

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here’s no feeling quite like returning after a long day to a well-presented home. But getting your property to that state can be tricky without the right tools. Surface specialist, Eco Clean Tech, understands the desire to be house proud while not wanting to spend hours getting your home into this pristine state. That’s why, after selling the product nationally, the team have decided to offer an exclusive cleaning service tailored to Cornwall.

With the help of their European partners, they have introduced the TerrazzaMC Brush to the region. Designed in Belgium to clean any external and internal surface, this unique and patented system can restore stone, decking, block paving and countless other surfaces with only a small amount of water and no damaging high pressures or chemicals.

Jason has a wealth of experience in helping homeowners to protect their investment by restoring their property back to its former glory. He recalls one client with a lovely house and swimming pool that was surrounded by beautiful sandstone, which had only been laid two years before.

Unfortunately, due to the nature of the surroundings, the sandstone had become infected with black spot. Pressure washing started to damage the joints and care had

to be taken when using chemicals as their children often played in and around the pool. And even after several attempts to clean the sandstone with these methods, the problem remained.

“When the client first spoke with me she was considering replacing the whole terrace at a considerable expense and inconvenience,” begins Jason. But this would only have been a short-lived solution to the problem due to the surrounding environment. He went on to explain that due to our climate becoming warmer and wetter, black spot, moss, algae, lichen and weeds all flourish outdoors. The solution was simple; use the TerrazzaMC Brush with a little water and sand. It removed the black spot and resulted in one very happy customer, whom now not only has the area around her pool cleaned but also all of the other areas around the property as well.

Eco Clean Tech specialise in the removal of moss, algae, lichen, weeds and general dirt, restoring all of your surfaces and giving your outdoor living space the wow factor it was intended for.

ë ABOVE Make your outdoor space look beautiful again with this simple, safe, effective and eco-friendly solution

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With many of us here in Cornwall benefitting from stunning coastal, countryside and garden views, I thought I would explore a new way to make the most of these enviable outside spaces. words by:

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ith the weather getting warmer and spring tempting us to the great outdoors once more, it’s only natural our thoughts should turn to our own outdoor spaces.

Whether you have a balcony, rooftop terrace, courtyard or acres of rambling garden, the key is to make the most of what you have.

I personally like to view my garden as an extension of my living area; a place to sit, relax and let the world dance by while I enjoy time with my friends and family. It was this last aspect that intrigued me into exploring outdoor options. It seemed such a shame that a garden, in which so many hours are

spent pruning and perfecting, is lost behind an iron railing or other similarly obstructive garden accents. With this in mind, I turned my thoughts to alternative methods and stumbled across the beautiful yet practical glass balustrade.

Practical is a key aspect here as while it does indeed add a touch of elegance to the area it also acts as a windbreak, which in the windy county of Cornwall is a benefit like no other!

This means you can enjoy your morning coffee outside amongst the sun and scenery without the pages of your latest copy of Cornwall Living flapping with enthusiasm with each gust of salty sea air.

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é ABOVE Enjoy your views uninterrupted with clear, glass balustrades

Venturing into the world of glass balustrades, there’s an abundance of choice! From wood to steel to no rail at all, there is a style for every taste, with the clean lines of the glass balustrading complementing any area. But with so much choice on offer, it’s best to consult the experts. The team at Cornwall Glass boast a wealth of experience and knowledge, and are only too happy to help shed some light on your pet project!

They begin by offering some interesting things to ponder when first considering a change in railing. Do you want to feel connected to your surroundings,

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appreciate the wildlife and plants or perhaps you just want to revel in one of the many amazing views that the south west is privy to? Whatever your aim is, it is clear they are devoted to bringing it to fruition by measuring, producing and installing this lovely new addition to your home.

If you want to truly make it your space, add a little more privacy by opting for tinted or frosted glass, which also adds an interesting texture and appearance to the balustrade. And on the opposite end of the spectrum, you can add the illusion of more space through the clever use of mirrors. By placing them strategically you can create a door or window where there is none.

These mirrors can be artfully framed with your own climbing plants trained to gently follow the frame or decorated with driftwood collected off your local beach for a true Cornish finish! These mirrors can also be used as standalone sculptures or as part of water features.

Indeed, the possibilities are endless and can be as varied and individual as you want. While it’s worth noting that the mirror backing will naturally peel over time, this adds a beautifully weathered appearance that only deepens the charm of the mirror.

There is just something so appealing about sitting on the patio and gazing out at the scene beyond while the delicate yet sturdy glass balustrade stops the winds from hurrying you indoors.

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If you want to have a chat with the friendly folks at Cornwall Glass they will be exhibiting at the Cornwall Home and Lifestyle Show. Pop along, say hello and have a chat to the people behind the glass and find out how you can transform your outside space.

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Stennack Road, Holmbush Industrial Estate, St Austell PL25 3JQ 01726 66325 www.cornwallglass.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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comforts of home Bespoke, handcrafted pieces of pine and oak furniture, eye-catching ornaments and an astonishing range of classic paints make tailoring your home easier than ever.

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ake a moment to think about the simple moments in life: sitting around the family dinner table and enjoying a hearty Sunday roast, reaching into your wardrobe to pull out the chunky knit jumper that your Grandma made you and pulling out your wedding china from the dresser for that special occasion you want to lace with treasured memories. What do all of these simple moments have in common?

They are made all the sweeter when combined with simply stunning, handcrafted furniture.

There is just something homely about a sturdy oak dining table, something comforting in the way a pine wardrobe opens with ease and the timeless and traditional look of a kitchen dresser. Indeed, walking into the Celtic Pine and Oak showroom you are immediately met with a sense of home.

Each expertly crafted piece of furniture boasts a history of 50 years of expertise and generations of handed-down skill in the trade. With a finish of either wax or a beautiful Farrow & Ball paint, each piece radiates tradition and charm and with ranges of designs for kitchens, dining and bedrooms the only thing you will struggle with is which one to pick! Indeed, the styles are as varied as the categories of products! Whether you want a traditional piece to fit seamlessly in your lovely country cottage or a modern variant to accentuate your sleek and polished home, Celtic Pine and Oak have something for all.

The timber sourced for these exceptional examples of woodworking are sustainably and ethically sourced, which means your piece of furniture not only looks fantastic but also puts the green agenda first, making it a good-looking do-gooder! And to ensure that your sustainable and durable piece of furniture maintains its fabulous look the team are on hand to provide you with tips and tricks of the trade so that even years down the line your dining table is still the talk of the dinner party!

If you want to discover your next standout piece of furniture you can either head down to Wadebridge and take a leisurely look around the impressive Celtic Pine and Oak emporium or, for a constant stream of fabulous new products, you can check out the website and browse from the comfort of your own home! Indeed, whichever way you choose to shop you will be blown away with the impressive and unmissable furniture on offer.

CELTIC PINE AND OAK

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A touch of sea Fresh colours, simple designs and superb attention to detail, Kettle of Fowey brings the coast indoors with a truly beautiful interior design.

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s I am sure you are familiar with, there is something fundamentally satisfying when looking at a room designed with such attention to detail it gives new meaning to the term voyeur.

I don’t know if it’s the seemingly effortless colour palettes that blend together so perfectly, the use of statement pieces of furniture that both draw the eye and tie the room together or the inclusion of just enough sleek style to create beautiful spaces while maintaining that homely feeling we all love.

Take a peek, for example, at the houses meticulously furnished by Kettle of Fowey for Una in St Ives! Walking around the houses, you’ll find it rather difficult to pay attention to your guide; as you absorb every inch of delicately designed space, catching a sense of the incredible work that went into the process. The team have worked hard to create the much sought-after home-fromhome feel, with each room influenced by the seaside but with a delightfully modern twist.

They spent a total of three weeks fitting the houses out and, even with over 25 different suppliers being involved, the contract was delivered on time and on budget; a truly commendable achievement!

Having supplied everything from knives and forks to fire extinguishers and sofas, Kettle of Fowey has been able to ensure that every interior combines style with practicality. The neutral colour palettes, with warm earthy tones and cool blues, are clearly taken from the iconic Cornish landscape that we hold so close to our hearts. As our guide explains: “We feel lucky to work in such a beautiful place.”

A look around the beautiful homes will leave you with a sudden zest for subtle coastal colours and elegant furnishings. One thing is certain: the next time I decide to refresh my home, I’ll contact the friendly team at Kettle of Fowey and make full use of their turn-key interior design service.

é í ABOVE & BELOW Every inch of these stunning houses exude coastal living

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Unit B, St Austell Bay Business Park, Par Moor Road, St Austell PL25 3RF 01726 817778 www.kettleoffowey.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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We catch up with oak timber frame specialists, Carpenter Oak Cornwall about a recent project at Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens.

é ABOVE The new gallery is beautiful, from the outside in

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he Carpenter Oak Cornwall team know everything there is to know about timber framing and are, undisputedly, experts in their field.

Using traditional timber framing techniques alongside sustainably sourced materials such as oak, Douglas fir, larch and glulam, their passion is creating unique, oak framed buildings, in Cornwall and beyond.

Testament to their skill is the new gallery at Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens, a recent and highly successful, collaborative project to build the biggest purpose-built gallery in Cornwall since the Tate!

Working with local firm, Norsk Carpentry, the Carpenter Oak team were tasked with creating the frame for the new build, as well as providing specialist input throughout the design process. We spoke to Tom Jubb, who explains: “Following several rounds of concept schemes, we came up with a design that had the potential to provide the required wall and floor space while looking great and being incredibly cost effective to build – never an easy combination!”

Managing to stick to a near impossible time schedule and budget, Tom maintained superb attention to detail, maximising the frame’s functionality and scoring maximum eco-points! Once the new frame was in place, Norsk Carpentry, due to their expertise,

sterling reputation and ‘can do’ attitude, were tasked with finishing the project. Dan Pye, owner of Norsk, tells us: “It became immediately clear that we and the Carpenter Oak guys shared not only a love for carpentry and attention to detail, but for a conscientious approach, too.

“We also agreed, where possible, on sourcing materials and services from local businesses, as we each understand how important projects like this are to local industry!”

The completed gallery is a real masterpiece. Inside, a huge roof lantern, which has been installed to give light to the gallery, gives the exposed oak frame a weightless appearance. In fact, the exposed frame – a masterpiece in its own right – seems to float in the building’s apex, catching the eye of each and every visitor that enters the building.

Neil Armstrong, from Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens, comments on the finished gallery: “The result is a triumph. As clients, we’re absolutely delighted with what is now a confidently styled, honest building. I believe it’s a building in which everyone can take pride!

“The slightly austere exterior belies a spacious, light filled interior that’s perfect for displaying artworks to maximum effect.

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We hope it will make a useful contribution to the cultural life of west Cornwall.”

All of the works were completed in good time for the inaugural opening of the Rose Hilton and Friends exhibition, which saw more than 700 people enjoying the new space and works of art as they were displayed between the new oak structure.

“The gallery is testament to the hard work of all involved,” concludes Dan Pye, “but also to the level of talent and skill in Cornish businesses.”

So, if you’re looking for a company to manage your project with a passion for its craft as well as a well-thought out, methodical approach, perhaps you should consider Carpenter Oak, whose expertly crafted framing can be enjoyed for generations to come!

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Towans Farm, Lelant TR26 3LD 01326 336554 www.carpenteroakcornwall.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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We catch up with Pierre of PB Maintenance to learn about his company and incredible traveling experiences.

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PB Maintenance specialises in general building and residential re-active maintenance, this includes extending your home and all internal renovations.

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ierre Barrie, having grown up in London to love the building industry, is very much his father’s son. His first job was on-site, aged 14, working for his father’s construction company. Since, he’s trained as a carpenter and roofer and even spent four years as a plumber. Eventually, he tells us, “I managed building sites across the capital, dealing with all aspects of residential build and repair.”

After years of working in London, Pierre decided it was time for a change. He loved the work, but needed to experience something new, so he put it all on hold and spent the next four years traveling through Mexico. During this time, he made some experiences that would last a lifetime, including feeling a sperm whale’s spray in the Atlantic, being stung in the Valley of the Brave by a white scorpion and almost dying, dancing with the indigenous tribes for ‘Dia del Muerto’, or ‘Day of the Dead’, and helping make pavement art for ‘semana santa’, or ‘holy week’. Safe to say, he got his wish!

After all these life-changing experiences, Pierre made his move to Cornwall and started PB Maintenance, preferring the prospect of seagulls over scorpions. Covering a variety of services, from site extensions and garage conversions to roofs, kitchens, decking and driveways, the team has a lot to offer. Made of five professionals, each either family or friends, the team’s expertise covers gas, electrics, carpentry and building.

Being in Cornwall, PB Maintenance also specialises in holiday homes, increasing their profitability through specialist designs.

So, if you have a holiday home that could use the touch of a team that knows its trade and a man who survived a scorpion sting, look no further!

Ever looking to the future, Pierre speaks of future plans for the business, explaining: “One of my big dreams is to open a retreat centre for meditation retreats, yoga holidays and holidays for autistic young people and their families.”

So, watch this space! In the meantime, you can always rely on PB Maintenance for an expert and friendly service, whatever your needs.

PB MAINTENANCE

Gwithian, Hayle TR27 5BW 01736 756811 Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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All about the ambience Creating the perfect atmosphere and focal point in your home with help from the team at Kernow Fires.

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ne of the key things that sets humans apart from the rest of the animal kingdom is our ability to create fire. Since our earliest days as humble cave dwellers, fire has brought us much-needed warmth, energy and comfort – the place we congregate at the end of the day to share stories and food around the glowing embers. While our creature comforts have thankfully moved on, fires remain a focal point in many of our homes. The team at

Kernow Fires understand the social and emotional connections well, acknowledging that a fire is more than just a heat source; it is a fundamental part of our being. And today, a fire can be a thing of real beauty too.

I catch up with the company’s Managing Director, Simon Breckon, who talks passionately about a fire’s role in creating a home, whether traditional or contemporary.

“A fire can really set the tone of the whole room,” explains Simon. “It’s a central point. In some cases, you build the house around it.”

It soon becomes apparent just how knowledgeable Simon and his team are, not just about fire and stove installation, but about the bigger picture of house renovation, particularly when it comes to updating older properties, when unforeseen issues can arise as the project unfolds.

In one such recent project, the original heavy fireplace was balanced precariously over the guest bedroom and was considered dangerous – it had to be removed completely from the bottom right up to the roof. Using a number of teams, Kernow Fires removed the dangerous chimney, fixed the roof and replaced the chimney with a safe HETAS approved system.

As well as completing the installtion, the team took care of finishing and decorating the room.

You get a clear sense of the care and respect

é ABOVE Expect a meticulous attention to detail í BOTTOM LEFT Fires remain a focal point in many of our homes

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that the team show to people’s homes when working there; a passion for doing the job properly, with exacting standards.

In another project, the Kernow Fires team created a beautiful bespoke shelving unit either side of the feature fireplace. On both occasions, they worked closely with the client, drawing on their experience to produce something that looks beautiful and performs the task.

Every stove installation must perform, but it must be sympathetic and appropriate for the building it lives in, considering that allimportant ambience. “There’s nothing like meeting the customer in the house,” continues Simon. “You learn so much more about their requirements, tastes and personality, which all feed into figuring out the best solution for them – you don’t want to make assumptions that what they need is a black box of a particular wattage.”

How do they plan to use it? How will it make them feel? Is it there to give heat, look nice, or do both? These are really important questions to ask the client to establish exactly what they want. “Perhaps create a visual ‘mood board’ on Pinterest or in a scrapbook to build up an idea of your tastes. A fire is an investment – built to last while fads come and go – so we’re keen to make sure we get it right, gently challenging customers (in a positive, constructive way) to

help them make the right choice.”

You might want a real statement piece – the key focal point of the room. Conversely, perhaps you need a fire that subtly sits in the background, drawing your eye to the stunning view outside, rather than competing with it. It may even be desirable to reposition the fire to somewhere else more functional, practical or aesthetically pleasing. The Kernow Fires team can advise on all these considerations.

The key point to take away is: don’t make the fire an afterthought. Even if it’s the last thing on your list, Simon’s advice, from his own experience, is to speak to the experts as early as possible. Why not pop over to one of the showrooms in Wadebridge and Pool to see the stunning choices and speak to the experts first hand? They can provide ideas and help you with much or as little of the project as required. After all, for Simon and his team, it’s not just about installing a fire; it’s about creating a warm, inviting home that you can’t wait to return to each day.

ë ABOVE One of the team puts finishing touches on a project after the previous unsafe chimney was removed and replaced

Meet the team

See the team at the Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Show on Stand 22

KERNOW FIRES

Wadebridge: 01208 812527 Redruth: 01209 200887 info@kernowfires.co.uk www.kernowfires.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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A look back at life on �e coast in days gone by.

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Welcome to Cornwall Living’s guide to The Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Show.

Saturday 29th (10am to 5pm) and Sunday 30th April (10am to 4pm)

So, why visit the show?

The Cornwall Home & Lifestyle show brings together the best of Cornwall’s home-related products and services all under one roof.

This year, the show takes place on Saturday 29th April (10am to 5pm) and Sunday 30th April (10am to 4pm).

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The 2017 show promises more than 140 exhibitors, with ‘A Bite of Cornwall’ Quality Food & Drink Market and artisan food café, allowing you plenty to space to eat, drink, read brochures and even take a little something home with you.

Taking place on the Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge, it’s a wonderful day out for everybody, with a whole host of activities taking place over the weekend, including informative seminars, chances to meet the experts, a fully serviced café, licensed bar and an exhibition full of ideas to inspire you and your home.

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Pre-registration closes on 27th April at 5pm

CONTENTS 66 Introduction

76 Beach chic

68 Welcome to the show

78 Seminar schedule

Welcome: An introduction to our show guide

A preview of the Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Show

70 Exhibitor list

A preview of who will be at the Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Show 2017

Clever uses of coastal tiling from The Cornwall Tile Company

Don't miss out on insights and advice from the professionals

79 Floorplan

Be one step ahead by knowing where you need to go

73 Polished, pristine

Duke Stone create bespoke surfaces with quality, handpicked materials

75 Wood-fired wonder

Stunning wood-fired eco hot tubs, from Kernow Springs ON THE COVER Visitors enjoying the show

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Introducing the 2017 Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Show.

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FREE ENTRY PRE REGISTRATION Save money by preregistering in advance of the show.

Simply complete the online form and turn up!

(Pre-registration closes on 27th April.)

Alternatively entry is £3pp (under 16s free) or £5 per couple.

ith more than 140 exhibitors displaying this year, The Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Show is Cornwall’s premier home and garden event, showcasing the best of the region’s home-related services and manufacturers. Whether you’re rejuvenating your interior, getting green-fingered in the garden with the arrival of spring or taking on a self-build, there’s guaranteed to be something for you.

Attracting visitors embarking on homebased projects as well as owners of boutique hotels and B&B’s, tourist parks and holiday letting agencies, this event offers a wealth of inspiration and ideas, alongside the opportunity to find all the products and services they need.

The show will also host its popular Homeware Market and A Bite of Cornwall Quality Food & Drink Market and Café, each ensuring that everyone attending gets to take home a special little something.

With so many exhibitors displaying a whole spectrum of products and services, there’s definitely something to catch your eye, so here’s a flavour of what to expect at this year’s event.

Gardens Garden rooms and outbuildings, shepherd huts, fencing, hot tubs, drives, landscaping, balustrades, decking, fire pits, garages & gate systems, garden furniture more.

Home Improvement Kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, renewables, joinery, blinds, tiles & stone, worktops, windows & doors, plumbing & heating, stoves and cookers, stairs, flooring, hearths, interiors and interior design, home AV, lighting, ventilation, furniture and more.

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Self-Build Architecture, planning, timber framing, eco building, builders and construction, groundworks, trade services builders merchants and more.

Professional Services VAT reclaim, holiday letting agents, property and more.

Homeware Market Glassware, kitchenware, cushions, art, blankets, ceramics, furniture, lampshades, craft, soft furnishings and more.

A Bite of Cornwall Food & Drink Market & Cafe Sample and take home some of the finest local artisan food and drink, including: local gins and cider, cheese, spices, olives, cakes, food boxes and more.

Visitors can also relax in the cafĂŠ, read their brochures or discuss their project whilst sipping a cool beverage or nibbling on some delicious breakfast, lunch and snacks. There will be cider available on tap and a prosecco bar also!

CORNWALL HOME & LIFESTYLE SHOW

The Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge PL27 7JE 01872 888733 hello@cornwallhomeshow.co.uk www.cornwallhomeshow.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Exhibitor list

Home Improvement, Professional Services & Self Build Absolute Joinery SW Adrian Core Bespoke Furniture Aspects Holidays Aspen & Ash Engineered Flooring Atlantic Reach Developments BJ Taylor Construction & Groundworks Blue Flame Heating Solutions Botrea Stairs Carpenter Oak Cornwall CBL Stoves Charles Taylor Trading Colourfence Cormac Facilities Cornish Horizons Cornish Hot Tubs Cornish Traditional Cottages Cornwall Council Building Control Cornwall Glass & Glazing Cornwall Solar Panels Cornwall Woodburners Cottages.com | Welcome Cottages Country Blinds & Interiors D&C Engineering Drill All Drill Bits Duchy Living Duke Stone of Cornwall eastofhere Eco Architectural Eden Hearth & Home Elementi Fires UK LTD Elite Spas & Leisure SW Fell Partnership First For Floors Garden Buildings Cornwall Good Life Joinery GreenGenUK Greenhill Design Haverland Heating Heating SW | Heritage Range Cookers Homemade Heartlands Ihus Iroka Kernow Fires

Kernow Springs Kestrel Specialist Handrail Systems ModBox Spaces Multiheat & Energy Systems Ltd Natural Generation Natural Tile & Stone Co Oceana Hot Tubs P S Counter Windows Pumphrey & Weston Shepherd Huts Right Price PVCu & Home Improvements Riverside Teak RJM WINDOWS LTD Rozen Furniture Samuel F Walsh Self Build VAT Reclaim Senso Simon Annear Plumbing & Heating Sip Hus South West Carpets South West Heating Solutions South West Ventilation Spyrys Spas & Hot Tubs Stanchura Susie Hammond Suzanne Hargreaves Interior Design Tamar Trading Building Supplies The Aga Shop The Cornwall Tile Company Thermo Group Thomas Sanderson Timber Frame Design & Build Top Gear Electric Bikes Tre Concepts Trenant Craftworks Utility Warehouse Wadebridge Bathroom Studio Wadebridge Kitchens Warrior Stoves Westcountry Group Westcountry Sheds & Cabins Western Electrical ZLC Energy

Details accurate at time of print. To see our full and updated exhibitor list and for more information please visit

www.cornwallhomeshow.co.uk

HOMEWARE & INTERIORS MARKET

Alchemy Tiles Any Old Lights Atlantic Blankets Baavet Bordh Tables Brownhill Photography Carroll & CO Chown China Cooklands Cormorant Reconsidered Furniture Cornishware Crown Oak Furniture Jago Illustration north55 Gallery Quay Art Sculptured by the Elements The Bluebell Cottage The Original Tea Towel Co Uneeka

FOOD & DRINK MARKET & CAFE

Big Pan Parties Bring Me Bubbles Brownie Maid Cornish Tea Company El Sea Food Green and Browns Hedgerow Deli Kitchenside Bakery Lafafa Middle Eastern Food Med Foods Nature Kitchen Patnicks Preserves Riverford Home Delivery Southwestern Distillery St Ives Cider Swannacott Manor Meats Warrens Bakery Worthy Cheddar

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Tailor made to your unique location.

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Mel Chambers Alchemy Tiles

Bespoke hand carved encaustic tiles, using ancient 13th century techniques.

Inspiring quotes & poetry with stunning images held eternal in earth & time.

Stand alone pieces or bespoke kitchens & bathrooms www.alchemytiles.com ◊ 07768 193848 ◊ info@melchambers.com

Patnick’s A Cornish family owned business, based in Par, Cornwall, producing homemade high quality award winning chutneys, relishes, mustards, curds, jellies, marmalades and jams.

Tel: 01726 815284 • mail@patnicks.com • www.patnicks.com

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Using only the best materials and focussing on one job at a time, Duke Stone always delivers a service that’s second to none. éMAIN Add a touch of class with beautiful, polished marble floors è RIGHT Ideal for any room and any style

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uke Stone of Cornwall, the small, professional and friendly team based on the Lizard peninsula, is made up of experienced stonemasons, specialising in the design and manufacture of natural stone products for any domestic or commercial setting. The team takes pride in its work, paying meticulous attention to detail and displaying great skill in meeting each customer’s individual requirements, however large or small.

In Cornwall, there’s a great demand for work surfaces made of granite and other hardwearing materials. Fortunately, Duke Stone has built a reputation for working with an extensive range of colours and finishes in granite, marble, limestone and quartz, always getting the results you want in a cost effective way.

Don’t be fooled into thinking it’s just worktops that Duke Stone of Cornwall supplies. Recently, the team completed a luxuriously high-end Crema Marfil tile project for a local customer.

Duke Stone specially sourced and checked the Crema Marfil marble block in Spain to ensure it was first quality material, before it was manufactured into tiles and shipped direct to Cornwall. The tiles were then fitted

by their experienced tile fitting team.The result is a floor that’s both well polished and premium, oozing quality and seamlessness from every inch.

What we love about Duke Stone is the team don’t spread their resources; rather they only ever undertake one tiling project at a time, using a small and very experienced team to ensure that the highest standards are met and a first class service is given.

What’s more, the Duke Stone workshop is always ready to respond quickly to the team working on site, producing radius cuts and polished edges, meaning each project is finished with only the finest looking tiles and with no unsightly beading.

So, if you’re looking to change the way your floor makes your home feel, or you’d like to upgrade your kitchen with only the finest materials and service, get in touch with the Duke Stone team.

DUKE STONE OF CORNWALL

Units 7a and 19, Rural Workshops, Higher Bochym, Cury Cross Lanes, Helston TR12 7AZ 01326 241111 www.dukestoneofcornwall.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

Meet the team

Visit the team at the Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Show on Stand 5

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Kernow Springs provide spectacular, eco-friendly indulgence with wood-fired hot tubs, available for home, commercial and events.

ê BELOW Award-winning tubs: Martin and wife Nicola at the National Festival Supply Awards in London

Discover more Meet the team

Look out for Martin and the team on Stand G1 at the Cornwall Home and Lifestyle Show, who look forward to seeing you there!

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t all started for Kernow Springs when Cornwall-based, former boat builder and father of two Martin Dean built a couple of wood-fired hot tubs for his garden after sampling their relaxing delights while on holiday with his family.

Working with different wood types has always been second nature to Martin so word spread rapidly of his beautiful backyard creations. Demand then soared to the point where he decided to launch his own company, with Kernow Springs now standing as one of the leading suppliers of wood-fired hot tubs in the south west.

These fantastic garden additions aren’t just for personal enjoyment. When installed in your holiday properties they can help add year-round appeal – even in the depths of winter, nothing sounds more tempting than a relaxing dip in the hot tub. But why choose a wood-fired tub? Well, for a start they look simply stunning, complementing the natural ambience of your garden. A tub from Kernow Springs is handcrafted from the finest timbers, while the water is heated by burning wood.

No electricity is required at all, which means much lower running costs, no noisy pumps and only minimal water treatment required – 100% natural and 100% sustainable! Indeed, these fabulous tubs caught the eye of popular actress and TV

personality Caroline Quentin, who couldn’t resist their rustic charms. “I love my Kernow Springs hot tub,” beams Caroline. “It’s a joy to use and looks wonderful too. Sitting under the stars, up to my neck in hot water is a wonderful, eco-friendly way to relax.”

As well as gracing many homes and holiday cottages across the south west, these beautiful tubs have proved popular in hospitality venues too. The Old Mill House, a wonderful Padstow B&B, decided a wood-fired hot tub would be the perfect addition and soon found that their Valentine’s weekend package sold out in record time! “I would highly recommend Kernow Springs Eco tubs,” says Adam, General Manager. “Not only is it a one-of-akind product but Martin’s knowledge and dedication is exceptional.”

So, if you are looking to boost your revenue, year-round interest and eco-image, get in touch with Martin and the team now. Or, to see the tubs in action, you can head down to Travisker Garden Centre in Padstow where several of these wooden beauties are on show.

Wild Spa Rentals are now available, too!

ë ABOVE LEFT Caroline Quentin é ABOVE Enhance any outdoor space ê BELOW Relax in your own personal haven

KERNOW SPRINGS

07779 374017 info@kernowsprings.co.uk www.kernowsprings.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Inject some true coastal class into your bathroom with the clever use of tiles. words by:

Annie Cowen

Discover more

If you’d like to experience your own tiling epiphany, meet The Cornwall Tile Company team at the Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Show, on Stand 32, to see what they can do for you.

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hether you live by the sea or not, coastal interiors are a firm favourite among homeowners and designers. The reason is simple: this refreshing style reminds us of that carefree holiday atmosphere, of long, lazy days spent alongside sand, sea and surf and of the promise that we have it all on our doorstep.

While you can of course create this coastal ambience with any part of your interior, I recently became enthralled with the use of tiles to emulate that much-loved lifestyle by the sea. As tiles come in a range of textures, materials, finishes and colours there really are no limits to what you can achieve. My fascination with tiles started after entering a friend’s bathroom and finding myself instantly transported to my favourite coastal spot!

The cool, azure tiles underfoot could well have been the waves themselves, gently lapping against the shore as I paddle along the beach, while the slightly darker, yet no less striking, blue of the tiled walls mirrored the sky so perfectly I was almost waiting for the sun to appear. Indeed, this was a bathroom that had the coast clear in mind.

After this oddly inspiring bathroom visit I found myself heading down to The Cornwall Tile Company’s showroom in Newquay in the hopes of finding my own seaside paradise. I

was not disappointed! The range on offer was staggering and a little overwhelming at first.

Luckily, there was a friendly team on standby to help me through the throng of brands and styles on offer. After a lot of deliberating I was drawn to the world-renowned, Spanish tile and bathrooms company, Porcelanosa, of which The Cornwall Tile Company are the only stockists in Cornwall; after all, why can’t I combine Cornish beauty with Spanish luxury?

Having spent a bit more time talking through my options I realise just how many options I have as it isn't just tiles on offer but a whole range of sanitaryware as well! The team over at The Cornwall Tile Company have experience with private clients, developers, architects and designers and offer a full installation service for those, like myself, who are looking for the complete package. Indeed, with owner Simon Paull himself installing tiles into the highestend homes for over a decade, I know my bathroom to be is in good hands.

é ABOVE The stunning coastal interiors at Tamarisk, brought to life with The Cornwall Tile Company

THE CORNWALL TILE COMPANY

Unit 3A, Treloggan Industrial Estate, Newquay TR7 2SX 01637 879188 info@thecornwalltilecompany.co.uk www.thecornwalltilecompany.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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schedule Get expert advice and professional insights from those in the know.

Saturday 29th April 11am

Solar PV & Storage – On the Spot Expert advice from Cornwall Solar Panels

Your chance to quiz Tony Sampson from Cornwall Solar Panels on anything related to Solar PV & Battery storage. Braving the onslaught, Tony will spend the entire presentation taking your questions, so be as challenging as you can be.

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12pm

Woodburning Stoves of Tomorrow, Available Today Expert advice from Cornwall Woodburners

An overview of the latest in woodburning stove technology and the Eco-design Ready scheme.

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Creative consultant and artist Inga Hayes explores how these on-trend concepts can be applied to our homes, promoting happier, healthier and more mindful living.

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3pm

A Guide to Renting your Home to Holidaymakers Expert advice from Cornish Horizons

This seminar will be a “warts and all’ presentation, going through all the pleasures and pitfalls of renting out your property to holidaymakers. We will cover topics such as what type of property and what location sells well; what holidaymakers look for; where our tourists come from and what insurances and paperwork you’ll need to have in place before renting your property.

1pm

Incorporating Renewable Heating into your Building Design Expert advice from Blue Flame

What you need to know and what pitfalls to avoid when incorporating renewable heating into your house. Looking at the types of renewable heating technologies that would be best, sizing and specification of the equipment, heating distribution as well as space required.

The team will look at regulations and requirements for planning and how you can get the best renewable installation for your new home.

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2pm

Creating a Mindful & Hygge home Expert Advice from north55gallery

In 2016 you couldn’t miss the presence of the concept hygge. Whilst this Danish concept is still popular, there’s a new Scandinavian mindset on the radar. This one is Swedish and already has influence on home & lifestyle choices for 2017.

Sunday 30th April 11am

Affordable and Sustainable Self-Building Expert advice from ZLC Energy Tips and advice on how to build a sustainable home for your family. Getting good advice at the design stage is crucial and can save a huge amount of money during the building process.

Incorporating sustainable elements into the building will never be cheaper or easier than when starting from scratch.

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12pm

Planning Permission, Tick. What Now? Expert advice from Timber Frame Design & Build

Designing your home or buying the plot with permission is exciting and relatively straightforward. To some folks, what happens next is a bit of a dark art, which Timber Frame Design & Build would like to cast some light on for you. This presentation is a whistle stop tour, from lifting the first sod to enjoying a glass of bubbly whilst relaxing in your new home.

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Woodburning Stoves of Tomorrow, Available Today Expert Advice from Cornwall Woodburners

An overview of the latest in woodburning stove technology and the Eco-design Ready scheme.

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The Benefits of Corian in your Home Expert advice from Core Office Systems

Adrian Core’s creative design, coupled with the stunning colour palette of DuPont™ Corian®, is ideal to make all of your home design aspirations come true. Corian is a quality product that will stand up to demands of family living so you can rest easy knowing you’ve picked a solid surface to last a lifetime!

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Traditional & Modern Rugs • Earthborn Eco Paint Floor & Wall Tiles • Stone & Wood Flooring

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Win!

Competitions

Enter our competitions for the chance to win these fantastic prizes!

To enter visit

www.cornwall-living.co.uk

Escape to the south coast

Win a weekend away in Kennack Heights, worth £500 Set above Kennack Sands beach in south Cornwall, this brand new, luxury penthouse is sumptuously furnished in a contemporary style featuring a huge, full height apex window with bi-fold doors, underfloor heating and its own parking. All entrants can also get £100 cashback on full price Kennack Heights bookings this year!

Fly to Scilly

Win return flights to the Isles of Scilly for two, worth up to £290 The stunning archipelago paradise of the Isles of Scilly off the coast of Cornwall is a world like no other, yet only a short flight from the mainland. You could experience the magic yourself courtesy of Isles of Scilly Travel, which is offering return Skybus flights for two, from any departure point (to be enjoyed out of peak times, so you can have the islands all to yourself).

Timeless garden furniture

Win a beautiful, Teak, Lutyens Bench, worth £389 Cornwall’s Patio Furniture Ltd, based on the edge of St Austell is giving you the chance to win this high quality, five-foot teak garden bench, a timeless piece of garden furniture.

The company’s entire garden range is made from solid teak that will last outdoors for years to come. Visit the Par showroom where you can view the UK’s largest range of teak garden furniture!

A Cornish getaway

Win a seven-night stay for two, worth £500 Contemporary interiors, stunning countryside views, a whirlpool bath, superfast wifi and absolute peace and tranquillity, not to mention a freshly made Cornish cream tea! Expect all of this and more from this seven-night stay in Callestock Courtyard Cottages’ stunning barn conversion, the perfect couple’s retreat.

Light and Land

Win a place on Light and Land UK workshop, worth up to £200 Light and Land runs photography workshops and tours in the UK and worldwide. Founded by one of the world’s leading landscape photographers, Charlie Waite, the company’s tutors are some of the UK’s best photographers. Don’t miss this chance to learn from the best and really hone your camera skills!

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Competitions Beautiful coastal getaway

Win a two-night stay in a new two-bed, self-catering suite, worth £450 A stone’s throw away from the historic town centre of Falmouth, The Falmouth Hotel Suites are ten brand new luxury self-catering suites with stunning views over Castle Beach. Win a two-night break in a spacious suite with beautiful sea views and a luxury arrival hamper. During your stay, make the most of The Falmouth Hotel’s heated pool, gym, award-winning restaurant and cosy lounge bar!

The Garrack Hotel

Win a two-night, midweek stay for two at The Garrack Hotel, St Ives, worth £390 each Hidden down a little lane above St Ives, this intimate and welcoming hotel is offering you the chance to win a stunning two-night stay, in a double or twin room with spectacular sea views. Start your day with a hearty Cornish breakfast, also included, before getting out and exploring this incredible part of the Cornish coast.

Framed for life

Win a beautiful photo mount made from native olive ash, worth £99

These fabulous photo mounts from Scott Woyka Furniture are a great way to display your favourite shots. While designed for three 7” x 5” photos, the possibilities are endless as these work fantastically for random collages as well as standard photos. It’s easy to swap the photos around as you wish so get creative!

Escape to Polzeath

Win a beach holiday prize bundle from John Bray Cornish Holidays and friends, worth £1000 Win a self-catering holiday voucher, plus a family meal at The Waterfront, a surf lesson and a safari boat trip from Wavehunters, as well as a voucher to spend at Ocean Blue Clothing. This is a fantastic opportunity to stay in one of John Bray Cornish Holidays self-catering cottages at Polzeath beach, on the beautiful north Cornish coast, for a family holiday to remember. Whether you want a hot tub, sea views or dog-friendly accommodation, you will find it at John Bray.

An Atlantic escape

Win a weekend holiday for up to four people, worth £450

Atlantic Coast Holiday Park is the perfect setting for your family holiday, situated in a secluded location and surrounded by the natural beauty of the sand dunes. Enter for a chance to win a free holiday in one of the park’s new, luxury holiday homes and the best part is, you can even bring your pet!

It’s playtime!

Win two children’s annual memberships to Camel Creek Adventure Park, worth up to £80 This is a great opportunity to keep the little ones entertained, whatever the weather. From Buccaneer Battles and Raging Rivers to the Dragon’s Kingdom indoor play zone, there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained at any time of year at Camel Creek Adventure Park, so be sure not to miss your chance!

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Everyone's welcome Eat

Stay...

Cornish food is at the heart of our hospitality.

Enjoy our amazing Afternoon Tea in the Vista Lounge, taking in the spectacular views, from £16 per person.

Or why not treat yourself to Sunday Lunch 2 courses from £16.95 per person, 3 courses from £19.95 per person.

Our Spa...

Indulge yourself with one of our relaxing treatments and make time for fabulous experience.

Afternoon teas

Our boutique seaside rooms are styled to suit children, dogs and grown-ups, so make sure you check out our latest offers.

Leisure Club...

Non-members are welcome to our Leisure Club, with facilities including an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, gym and tennis court - day membership from £5.90 per person.

Vista Lounge

Tempting Spa Treatments

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Competitions Spring bloom

Win an award-winning beauty set, worth £30 Bloomtown’s award-winning beauty set, expertly handcrafted in Cornwall, includes The Spring Blue Clay and Indigo Leaf Soothing Mask; The Clearing Black Clay and Tea Tree Face Soap and The Rose Garden Organic Hand and Body Wash. If you’re looking to give you skin the treatment it deserves just in time for summer, this is just what you need!

West Country break

Win a seaside holiday, worth £1,200 Award-winning cottage company Helpful Holidays offers holiday homes across the West Country, from romantic retreats for two to huge houses for up to 47 friends and family, including over 270 Cornish cottages. Every cottage is checked out before you check in and comes recommended as a good place for a happy holiday.

They are offering a splendid prize: a week at Bonny Alva, a wonderful south Cornwall holiday home for nine (plus pets) above Porthpean beach with spectacular views over St Austell bay. Perfect for coastal walking, seaside fun or simply relaxing.

Breakfast by the beach

Win breakfast or lunch for two at the Rockpool, Gwithian, worth £30

Famous for its good food, great music and sandy back yard, the Rockpool sits on the edge of Gwithian, one of Cornwall’s finest surf spots. With a sumptuous breakfast and lunch menu to peruse, including fresh seafood, the winner of this prize can enjoy a delicious, freshly-cooked meal for two after a stroll on the beach.

In it to win it

With plenty of incredible prizes to be won, now’s the time to log on and enter our competitions!

We love a chance to give back to our readers, with competitions offering some absolutely astounding prizes, all of which are geared towards making the most of the coast. From family holidays, to sumptuous seafood, spa treatments, activity days out on the water and more, we’re always on the lookout for great ways to get out and explore, so be sure to watch this space!

Jill Burton, winner of our recent 50th

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issue of Cornwall Living, winner-takes-all competition, says: “I’m having a ball! It still hasn’t sunken in that I’ve won! We’ll be going to St Ives Bay soon to make use of our two-night stay in the gorgeous beachside property. We can’t wait to have a nice relaxing weekend away in front of the fire and with three miles of beach to stroll alongWe live in London, so it’s definitely nice to have an excuse to get away for a weekend.”

No purchase necessary. Prize draw open to anyone in the UK age 18 years or over excluding employees of Above Beach Cottages, Bloomtown Botanicals, Callestock Courtyard, Crealy Adventure Park, Garrack Hotel, Helpful Holidays, Isles of Scilly Travel, Light and Land, Norman Hurst Industries, R H Richardson Hotel, Rustic House, Scott Woyka Furniture, The Rockpool, John Bray Cornish Holidays, Leven Media Group, and their families, agents and anyone else connected with this promotion. One entry per household.

By entering this prize draw you agree to receive marketing material via email, phone and post. You can unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe links in our email correspondence. The prize is non-transferrable and non-exchangeable. No cash alternative available. Winners must be willing to provide their name and country of residence for publicity if required. The promoter’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. The winners will be drawn at random after 24th April 2017. The winner will be notified by email within 14 days after the draw closes. Subject to availability.

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Coastal

Escapes Our choice of C�nish getaways

This month’s unmissable stays feature Polzeath, Falmouth and Lusty Glaze.

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Carn Mar, Polzeath

With an unrivalled position and direct access to the beach, Carn Mar is the epitome of a Cornish holiday experience. Upon entering this striking, architect-designed house that sleeps 14, you’re immediately struck by the amazing attention to detail demonstrated throughout. With tranquil and spacious bedrooms and a simply stunning blue in the reading room, you may well have to be prised away from this

amazing house one finger at a time.

Adventurous days are spent battling the surf on Polzeath beach and walking the breathtaking Cornish coastline with the salty sea air refreshing your very soul.

While away your evenings watching the blazing sun set across the panoramic views this house provides. Indeed, as beautiful as the interior is, the views constantly steal the show. Dinner on the terrace followed by a glass of wine on the balcony overlooking the beach will soon become a daily tradition. For a bit more peace and quiet, you can introduce the children to the high-tech TV room, which does an amazing job of tempting you away from incredible coastal scenes and into the plush and cosy entertainment room.

Spend an evening gazing up at the night’s sky while huddled around the fire pit, a perfectly sheltered spot in which to toast marshmallows and plan the day ahead. Or, after a day in the waves, warm up by the glass-fronted log burner with a hot cuppa in hand before swapping the stories of the day around the large and impressive Tom Raffield designed dining table.

01208 869090 www.latitude50.co.uk

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Gwelavon, Falmouth

One of the newest additions to the Helpful Holidays’ stable is a gem in the nautical town of Falmouth, which remains a favourite destination for visitors and locals. Gwelavon is a striking three-storey townhouse, newly built near the waterfront with stunning views across the river to the handsome village of Flushing.

Just a five-minute stroll from the lively heart of Falmouth, the house is beautifully presented with a stylish, modern vibe. Huge ceiling-high doors fold back from the open-plan living space for sundowners on the decking and a patio garden. Indeed, there is no better way to round off a day exploring the vibrant area than by relaxing on the patio as the sun sets over the marina. With two first-floor bedrooms and a further master double, there’s ample space for six.

Watch the colourful boats sail calmly by from the armchair by the dormer window in the master bedroom, relax in your own tranquil space in the living area or embark on a Cornish adventure and explore the many local, familyfriendly beaches. Or you can stroll into Falmouth and enjoy a foodie delight at one of the fantastic eateries, take a tour of the fascinating Maritime Museum or

just spend a day pottering around the many shops! Truly, Falmouth is a town of abundant entertainment for the whole family and Gwelavon is the ideal base from which to explore it.

01647 434320 www.helpfulholidays.co.uk

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The Pebble, Lusty Glaze

Located at One Lusty Glaze, a stylish suite of luxury apartments overlooking the Atlantic, The Pebble is a timeless holiday home with outstanding and far-reaching views of the sea from its sunny terrace.

Inside, everything is beautifully presented, with a delightful, country cottage feel. The apartment sleeps four, with carefully chosen furniture fittings and artworks, as well as wooden floors in the main living area and even underfloor heating – welcome after a day on the beach!

The Pebble has been cleverly designed to make the most of the views, with all the bedrooms and the living room facing the ocean. What’s more, the sun terrace lends itself to some al fresco dining as the sun goes down, a wonderful way to enjoy the balmy, late afternoons of summer.

Lusty Glaze is one of Cornwall’s premium beach destinations, with a great restaurant, bar and watersports to get stuck into. And, with miles of stunning coastline and worldclass beaches, as well as endless coast paths all within a stone’s throw, you’ll be hard pressed to find a better base from which to launch your Cornish, coastal adventure.

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Life among

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Surrounded by some of Britain’s most beautiful beaches and sitting on the awardwinning Perranporth beach, Haven’s Perran Sands Holiday Park is a treat for all ages. words by:

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“The friendly and welcoming community at the park is definitely an incentive for returning...”

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pread across a clifftop landscape of towering sand dunes, there’s an amazing feeling of open space here. When you’re not off exploring all that this fabulous area of Poldark’s Cornwall has to offer, you’ll be rushing to take part in as many of Perran Sand’s on-site facilities and activities as you can. From indoor and outdoor pools to an on-site surf school and private lounge and bar, everyone’s tastes are catered for.

On the doorstep, the largest and highest dunes in Cornwall, which cover around 650 hectares, stretch and act as an enticing place for a windy, Cornish romp. Indeed, these types of coastal locations are often teaming with wildlife and Perran Sands is no different. Have fun spotting the skylarks, razorbills, garden tiger moths and the quirkily named scrambled egg lichen! It really is an ideal location for children and dogs alike.

Of course, not all of your time needs to be spent outside – as tempting as it is! You’ll be mightily impressed by the accommodation, which boasts all the comforts of home as well as a few extras (I may not own a walk-in wardrobe but it is now most certainly on my

to-do list!). Indeed, all of the amenities in the these luxury homes from home are first class and leave my own home looking thoroughly underwhelming. From docking stations to en-suite bathrooms to fabulous flat screen TVs, you will be short of nothing during your stay.

And, with some sleeping up to eight people there is space for the whole family!

The chance to own my own holiday home is very tempting, offering the freedom of getting away to your own piece of coast whenever you want – I mean who hasn’t dreamt of just heading off for a weekend at the drop of a hat!

The friendly and welcoming community at the park is definitely an incentive for returning, as well as the fantastic entertainment, which helps keep everyone amused for many an evening. If you fancy a fresh-aired holiday amidst sand, surf and comfort then Perran Sands Holiday Park is just the place.

ë ABOVE LEFT Nothing compares to enjoying an ice cream on a lovely sunny day é ABOVE Surfing, picnics and walking the dog, Perran Sands has much to fill your days with

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Lifestyle

Outside bride

Spend your special day amidst family, friends and an idyllic outdoor atmosphere with Cornish Tipi Weddings.

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et’s be honest, everybody loves Cornwall. And while people still flock to our sunny shores for the ultimate seaside holiday, people are now flooding to this stunning county to experience a unique wedding destination!

Getting married in the great outdoors, often with a festival vibe or boho country feel, is a growing dream with city dwellers who want to create something really different for their day of days.

Cornish Tipi Weddings is the top location for the wild at heart with its incredibly pretty woodland, freshwater lake, streams and meadow areas for ceremonies, receptions and camping. It’s a quirky venue set up alongside the 20-year success of Cornish Tipi Holidays.

Outdoor wedding venues are becoming increasingly popular and this one is no exception, with a famous soap star – Eastenders in case you’re interested – marrying there a couple of years ago and fashion designers coming on honeymoon to one of the very first outdoor wedding locations in the UK. Add a couple of dozen fully equipped tipis, and the option to bring your own tents or campervans, and you’ve got the perfect mix for an unforgettable

wedding weekend. Two decades of camping experience on this lovely 20-acre site means that the team behind both the wedding and holidays know all about the importance of special time spent with family and friends. Being so close to the coast – only five minutes from the beautiful Port Isaac – they also know all about the swift-changing Cornish weather and always advise wedding guests and campers to come well prepared with everything from sun cream to wellies!

Another top tip is to bring your own tipple! The Cornish Tipis team don’t believe in corkage charges; bring all your own drinks and set up a rustic bar with flowers, homemade signs and fairy lights to give a homely feel a world away from the formal bar experience of hotels and caterers.

Whether it’s an elopement special just for two – yes, that is one of the packages – or a grand affair for over 200 family and friends, you’ll find it difficult to do better than this venue for romance and Cornish style.

ë ABOVE A unique venue in which to enjoy your big day, one that everyone will be talking about for years to come

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e m o h m o r Home f Staying in a hotel that feels like home is a luxury we don’t experience enough in our lives. Fortunately, Merchants Manor hired interior designer Helen Hughes to transform a grand hotel into a warm and welcoming home from home.

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almouth is traditionally a seaside resort, explains Helen. “But because Merchants Manor is set back, perched on the top of the hill and with wonderful grounds, the owners – Nick and Sioned – wanted a stylish, cosy country house hotel with year-round appeal.” With brief in hand, Helen set to work creating a welcoming place to stay with a lived-in feel.

“It’s quite a grand house,” she says. “But Nick and Sioned wanted people to feel as if they were coming into a family friend’s home, rather than a hotel. Achieving this meant being quite relaxed about the design; building it through eclectic décor and objects that reflect the evolution of a family home over time.” This brief means that each object chosen is done so with thought and care and hopefully holds with it a history of its own.

Indeed, walking through the manor you feel like Alice walking through Wonderland as each decorative piece beckons you over and begs curiosity and inspection. From the coffee table in the library made by a local design student out of various bound copies of Punch magazines to a 19th century, painted horse and from primitive hand-carved bowls from the farms of north eastern Europe to illustrations and artwork by local artists, Merchants Manor evokes multiple feelings of home by showcasing life from different eras.

Of course, while each piece is unique and holds within itself its own talking points and interest, the true art comes in the arrangements of the décor. Every room manages to blend these diverse decorations into a striking yet welcoming space that does indeed feel like it has been assembled over years of living rather than through a mere eye for detail and design.

Nothing is out of place and yet everything stands out, a combination truly hard to achieve but eternally pleasing to the eye. If you want to spend your getaway in a familiar yet new and absorbing place then a visit to Merchants Manor should definitely be top on your list.

ç LEFT Each room boasts its own charm while effortlessy contributing to the ambience of the hotel ç INSET It's the little things that make a difference

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A world on your doorstep You’ll experience the unique charms of Scilly from the moment you check in with Isles of Scilly Travel, whether you’ve chosen to soar into the skies on a Skybus plane or opted for a leisurely sail on the Scillonian passenger ferry. é MAIN The Isles of Scilly are perfect for a family holiday you’ll never forget

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or those living in Cornwall and parts of Devon, there is also a chance to save up to 35% on a day trip sailing, thanks to the launch of a brand new Locals’ Offer for 2017. Isles of Scilly Travel is bringing back its hugely popular deal for West Country residents, enabling anyone living in the TR, PL, EX22 and EX23 postcode areas to take advantage of reduced day sailing tickets for midweek visits between March and June.

Sailing from Penzance on the Scillonian III offers mesmerising views from the deck of the famous Cornish coastline, as well as an opportunity to spot wildlife – the ferry is sometimes accompanied by pods of dolphins on its three-hour journey to Scilly.

Or if you decide to fly, Skybus services leave from Exeter, Newquay and Land’s End Airports and reach this breathtakingly beautiful cluster of islands off the Cornish coast in less than an hour from Exeter, half an hour from Newquay or an all-too-brief 15 minutes from Land’s End, with just enough time to soak up the stunning aerial views before you arrive on St Mary’s. Flights leave from Land’s End and Newquay all year round and from Exeter Airport between March and October.

However you choose to get there, you’ll arrive to discover a destination that is truly a world apart from everyday life, with deserted stretches of fine, white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters waiting for you.

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There are five inhabited islands, each with its own unique charm and character and island hopping is a must with tripper boats making regular stops between St Mary’s, Tresco, Bryher, St Martin’s and St Agnes. Get back to nature with the opportunity to enjoy everything this magical archipelago has to offer in the great outdoors, from snorkelling with seals to embarking on a wildlife boat safari, kayaking to an off-island, exploring tropical gardens or searching out rare birds and historic sites of interest.

Or you could just strap on your walking boots and wander at your leisure along the 60 miles of coastal paths and scenic nature trails, which are all bathed in never-ending views across the islands.

So what are you waiting for? Make your escape this year – visit the website or give the team a call to book your Skybus flights or Scillonian ferry tickets to the Isles of Scilly.

The Locals’ Offer is available for Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday sailings throughout March, April, May and June, and open to full-time residents of the specified postcode areas and for new day trip bookings on Scillonian III only.

Return tickets booked through this offer cost just £25 per adult, £15 per child and £10 per infant. Proof of residency in the appropriate postcode areas will be required on collection of tickets.

For full terms and conditions, see www. islesofscilly-travel.co.uk/plan-your-trip/termsand-conditions and to book sailings through the Locals’ Offer, quote ‘Local17’ when booking over the phone.

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01326 334220 www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk www.facebook.com/islesofscillytravel www.twitter.com/IOStravel Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

Discover more

• Skybus flights leave in either an 8-seater Islander or a 19-seater Twin Otter plane, but either way, you’ll be able to watch your pilot as he or she flies to Scilly • Dogs are welcome too – pet owners can book tickets for their pooch to fly with them in specially designed on-board dog carriers • Flights offer incredible views of the Cornish coast – and Skybus even sells tickets for scenic flights taking in Cornwall’s iconic coastline • This year marks the 80th anniversary of flights from Land’s End to Scilly – and the 30th anniversary of the first scheduled Skybus passenger services

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t e m r u Go gossip

We catch up with all the latest news from some of our favourite chefs, eateries, hotels and pubs!

2017 HERALDS THE ARRIVAL OF THE NEW CRAFTWORKS KITCHEN FOOD TRUCK 2016 saw Craftworks enter into the Good Food Guide for 2017, an incredible achievement for a street food venue! What’s more, it was also voted in the top four best street food restaurants in the south west by Salt Media.

In fact, since opening back in the summer of 2015, the Craftworks site has already expanded, converting another container to allow customers more room to sit and enjoy what the menu has to offer, from sumptuous burgers and nachos, to brimming burritos, salads and tacos!

With the addition of the Craftworks Kitchen Food Truck, foodie fans can now expect to see the mouth watering Craftworks menu all over

Cornwall at a range of events, from Polo on the Beach at Watergate Bay to the Great Estate Festival at Scorrier House. What’s more, the truck is also available for hire for your special occasion so, whether it’s a wedding or just a good old, summertime knees up, you can let the team bring the delicious Craftworks menu to you!

CRAFTWORKS STREET KITCHEN Lemon Quay, Truro 01872 857117 www.craftworkskitchen.com

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NATHAN OUTLAW TO HEADLINE THE ST IVES FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL

Enjoy tranquil parkland views across the glorious hotel gardens in St Austell whilst tucking into a mouth-watering lunch or sunset evening meal. From sustainably-sourced smoked haddock fishcakes with onion marmalade to Breton-style chicken, and from sweet potato gnocchi to the finest Sirloin steak or first-class, traditional Sunday lunch – you’re spoilt for choice at The Cornwall.

Making the most of the sun-soaked terrace this spring, relax and enjoy a glass of wine with your al fresco, evening meal and watch the sun go down with your favourite people. How about a gourmet beef burger with Cornish gouda and a piece of homemade carrot cake with vanilla cream cheese and bourbon whiskey ice cream to finish off? Complete your experience with a honey-laced dessert wine, warming cocoa or coffee, or even a signature cocktail of your choice.

The Cornwall’s bar menu is available daily from 12pm until 9.30pm, with the main Brasserie menu available every evening from 6pm until 9.30pm. If you’re escaping to The Cornwall for a traditional Sunday lunch; with two courses for £17.50 or three courses for only £19.95, you can savour a beautifully relaxing Sunday lunch with a charming view at a reasonable price.

Michelin-starred, Cornish chef, Nathan Outlaw, is among the big names announced to showcase at this year’s annual St Ives Food and Drink Festival. The festival, which is held in the stunning seaside town of St Ives on the iconic Porthminster beach, will celebrate the very best of Cornish produce on 13th and 14th May. Now in its seventh year, the festival is a must for food lovers.

With national TV faces taking to the stage, culinary experts, local street food and artisan producers, the festival is sure to excite and delight the taste buds!

But the festival is by no means a one trick pony! As well as great food, the festival will have an abundance of activities and entertainment, promising a fun-filled day out for all the family.

Tickets start at a mere £3 for a day pass and £5 for a weekend wristband, while children under 12 go free. So prepare your taste buds for a foodie experience they won’t forget and head down to St Ives this May. ST IVES FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL Porthminster Beach, St Ives 01872 888089 www.stivesfoodanddrinkfestival.co.uk

THE CORNWALL HOTEL & SPA Pentewan Road, Tregorrick, St Austell PL26 7AB 01726 874050 enquiries@thecornwall.com www.thecornwall.com

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EXPERIENCE THE FRUITS OF THE SEA AT RICK STEIN’S FISH, FALMOUTH Rick Stein’s restaurants in Cornwall have a fierce reputation, offering some of the finest, locally sourced seafood around. Rick Stein’s Fish in Falmouth is one of them and, as the afternoons begin to brighten with the arrival of spring, its mouth watering menu has plenty to offer those looking to make the most of Falmouth’s beautiful waterfront.

Offering sumptuous dishes including grilled mackerel with fresh chopped herbs, coconut prawn curry with chapatti and salt cod and chick pea stew, among many others, Rick Stein’s Fish is the place to go if you want to taste the fruits of our coasts at

their finest. There are also some seriously tempting desserts on offer, which you may find hard to refuse!

Having recently been refurbished, the restaurant’s interior is now more coastal than ever, so why not pop in this spring and experience it for yourself?

RICK STEIN’S FISH Discovery Quay, Falmouth TR11 3XA 01841 532700 www.rickstein.com

LUNCHTIME AT ST ENODOC IS MORE THAN JUST A MEAL

JUST ADD BUTTER Add a spring to your step with the speciality breads at Vicky’s bread. For spice lovers, there’s the smoked chilli sourdough, available on Mondays. For a savoury feast, try the roasted potato and onion loaf on Fridays. When the weekend finally rolls around, we recommend the punchy, Mediterranean Olive and Thyme bread.

All of Vicky’s Breads are hand-moulded and fermented slowly overnight. Wander past their bakery in Helston and you can’t help but be drawn in by the wafts of freshly baked bread, as the loaves roll out of the oven. The best part is, you’ll find stockists all around Cornwall and throughout south Devon, so if you’re around, you can be sure to check the Vicky’s Bread website and find out for yourself why this local bakery is receiving rave reviews!

When you arrive at St Enodoc, you’ll spend just a moment drinking in the stunning views of the Camel estuary, quickly feeling a sense of calm wash over you. Head through the front doors in the hotel you’re instantly greeted with a warm welcome from friendly staff.

Depending on when you arrive, there’re various options awaiting you. Relax with an invigorating spa treatment before enjoying a lunch, courtesy of Head Chef James Nathan, who creates a superb range of dishes using fresh and local ingredients and healthy European recipes. Alternatively, take afternoon tea while you take in the fantastic scenery that this wonderful hotel is privy to.

While it’s very tempting just to enjoy the sumptuous surroundings, we recommend leaving the hotel, at least for a day, to explore the beautiful walk along the ancient Saints Way, a breathtaking trail through the countryside between Padstow and Fowey.

VICKY’S BREAD 01326 572084 info@vickysbread.co.uk www.vickysbread.co.uk

ST ENODOC HOTEL Rock PL27 6LA 01208 863394 info@enodoc-hotel.co.uk www.enodoc-hotel.co.uk

THE FIVE PILCHARDS INN ● Good selection of real ales ● Menu changing daily ● Food cooked to order ● Good quality local food Until the 31st March we are open for food and drink Wednesday to Sunday. After 31st March open everyday.

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TUCK INTO SPRING AT THE LEMON ARMS

DELICIOUS SEAFOOD THAT’LL HAVE YOU HOOKED

Spring is now upon us and our farms and fields are once again yielding some of the country’s finest seasonal produce. Nowhere is this more apparent than at the Lemon Arms in Mylor Bridge, where you can enjoy a spring stroll around the creek before popping in for lunch.

Now that we’re not completely wrapped in woollies, we’re looking for something a little lighter and the seafood on offer at the Lemon Arms might be just what you’re looking for! And, on those particularly balmy afternoons, you can quench that sea-air thirst with a pint of your favourite from St Austell Brewery.

Even as spring looks more like summer, we can expect some rainy days; days when all we want is some proper, wholesome grub. Not to worry, as the weekly Sunday roast is always available to remedy those cloudy, Sunday afternoon blues.

The weather is starting to get warmer and the evenings are drawing out, prompting us to start dining al fresco again. Where better to do so than at Hooked on the Rocks, overlooking Swanpool beach and Falmouth bay?

Those who love a long, lazy lunch or dinner will be pleased to hear that Hooked on the Rocks has just launched a new menu which, on top of its much loved classics – Goan curries and seafood sharing platters, to name a couple – includes a variety of tapas dishes, perfect for sharing in the sun. Expect exciting new flavours such as tempura of prawns and squid, ceviche of scallop lime and pickled ginger and goats cheese tortellini.

Handpick your own crab and lobster from the tank before you dine or choose from the specials boards, which will be updated regularly with meat, fish and vegetarian dishes, allowing the talented chefs to take full advantage of seasonality and local Cornish produce.

For the warmer months, Hooked on the Rocks is now open on Sunday evenings for dinner and drinks, a glorious way to end your weekend. For full opening hours, visit the website and to get a feel for its stunning setting, check out Hooked on the Rocks on Instagram!

HOOKED ON THE ROCKS Swanpool, Falmouth TR11 5BG 01326 311886 www.hookedcornwall.com/hooked-on-the-rocks hookedontherocks

THE LEMON ARMS Lemon Hill, Mylor Bridge TR11 5NA 01326 373666 www.staustellbrewery.co.uk/pub/falmouth/lemon-arms

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Local real ales & home cooked food Live Entertainment every Saturday Quiz night Monday Darts matches Wednesdays & Fridays Events & Entertainments may be subject to change at short nooce so please contact us

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Food & Drink Festival 12th, 13th & 14th May Lemon Quay, Truro A gathering of over 70 of Cornwall’s finest food & drink producers with out-of-county guests.

Market Stalls and Street Food.

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Chefs line-up

The Shipyard Stage Saturday 22nd

10.00am: Antony Worrall Thompson and Porthleven’s own Jude Kereama with the ever-popular ‘Ready, Steady, Cook-off’ 11.15am: Josh Eggleton, the Pony & Trap – Bristol 12.15pm: Simon Hulstone, the Elephant – Torquay 1.15pm: Guy Owen, Idle Rocks – St Mawes

2.15pm: Nik Boyle, the Victoria Inn, Perranuthnoe 3.15pm: Ben Prior, Ben’s Kitchen – Marazion

4.15pm: Jack Stein & Simon Allot, Stein’s – Porthleven

EVEN BETTER! This year’s Porthleven Food & Music Festival is shaping up to be the best ever with even more going on!

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his year’s Porthleven Food & Music Festival is shaping up to be the best ever with even more going on!

So get your party boots on, work up a hunger and a thirst, and join in the festivities by the sea in Porthleven.

Last year saw about 30,000 people come to the gorgeous harbour town (we are biased as it’s also home to Cornwall Living) to enjoy three days of food, music, entertainment, and fun. There was even a giant glitter ball!

This year the Lime Kiln stage is back, with great music of all kinds, throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday. Stop a while, grab a drink from the bar and be entertained by

an eclectic mix of local folk, funk, jazz and choirs, all kicking off at 10am on Saturday.

And this year sees the addition of a Literature and Acoustic tent: full of words, film and music – food for the mind and soul.

There are three nights of ‘After Dark Parties’ in the Shipyard Marquee. Friday night sees the Opening Party with great bands including Rosie Crow to kick it all off, then on Saturday night you can boogie on down to an ‘Under the Sea’ themed party. Expect foot stomping bands and street food on offer; fancy dress is of course encouraged. Sunday night is an alltogether more relaxed affair starting after the ‘Under the Sea’ themed ‘Bake-off’.

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ë MAIN Octopus cake perhaps? The Festival is run Fresh from the by a committee of talented, committed, and Cornish sea

young, volunteers with some professional back up from Kelvin and Alec from the Masked Ball. Chairman, David Turnbull, explains: “Porthleven is such a vibrant place to live and work, there are lots of young people working and running small businesses é ABOVE here… and they love the town! So there’s Real, honest, always something going on. The volunteers local food who run the Food and Music Festival are no different; we are committed to stimulating the è RIGHT Food and a local economy and promoting Porthleven; as show! well as involving the whole community in a really enjoyable three days.

“But it has to be fun for the committee too… it’s contagious!” The Festival is certainly proof that a few creative people really can make a difference. ç LEFT Celebrity chef Anthony Worrall Thompson

PORTHLEVEN FOOD & MUSIC FESTIVAL

www.porthlevenfoodfestival.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

What’s on..

The Shipyard Stage Friday from 7pm

The Urban Voodoo Machine The Rosie Crow Band Motown Pirates

Saturday from 7pm 3 Daft Monkeys Mik Artistiks Eco Trip Duncan Disorderly & the Scallywags The Mosquitoes

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BAKING A day in the life of Assistant Head Baker at Vicky’s Bread, Amanda Williams.

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atching up with Amanda, the 26-year-old assistant head baker at Vicky’s Bread in Helston, it’s clear to see that she’s passionate about what she does.

“When I started work at Vicky’s bread, I’d dabbled with making sourdoughs and was really interested in baking in general,” explains Amanda. “I learned everything from scratch at the bakery, from weighing out the ingredients to moulding the dough and baking it.”

Amanda explains that, while the bakery works 24 hours a day, her shifts vary a little: “Generally, I arrive around midday and spend the first couple of hours dividing and moulding dough that’s been made by the morning shift. Then I move on to mixing the dough. Almost all our bread is fermented overnight, so we are always working two or three days ahead.

“My favourite part is the mixing; it’s incredible how just a few simple ingredients suddenly come together to make this silky mixture – it really is like magic! Having said that, the worst part has got to be cleaning the mixer. Dried bread dough tends to set like cement!”

When pressed to tell us what her favourite bread is, Amanda can’t decide. “Each day is slightly different;

on Thursday, we chop olives for Saturday’s olive and thyme bread and three times a week we make rye bread, which I enjoy because it’s so different from all the other breads we make.

“I suppose the best smell in the bakery has to be the saffron buns. After all, I am Cornish! I helped to develop the recipe we use and am really proud of it.”

On top off all this, Amanda helps run the shop, which tends to get quite busy towards the end of the afternoon, however this is one of her favourite parts of the day: “I love hearing how much our customers love our bread!”

We ask Amanda what she does to wind down after such a busy day: “I leave the bakery somewhere around 8pm and the first thing I do when I get home is wash the flour off my face. Then I might make a casserole; I like to cook food that goes well with bread!”

It’s truly refreshing to meet somebody with as much passion for their craft as Amanda. Indeed, just hearing her talk about the bread tumbling out the ovens and the smells drifting out onto the street is enough to make my belly growl!

ç LEFT From start to finish, Amanda is involved in the magic

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Winner of two gold awards at the Eden Project’s 2017 World Pasty Championships, we catch up with Fiona Rick of Cornish Premier Pasties.

To Win..

Pasties are marked on: • Crimp

• Pastry texture • Filling texture • Taste • Technical expertise • General appearance

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aving been caught in traffic on the A30, Fiona is refreshingly unperturbed by a frustrating road trip as she steps out of the car. Indeed, she’s immediately keen to get stuck into a conversation about everything, from travelling and flavours around the world to the history and heritage of the pasty.

Her enthusiasm is infectious. It’s refreshing to speak to somebody who still cares about the little things – those that make the Cornish pasty special – despite working for a company that’s only getting bigger.

The business, which is only 55 strong, is keen to support local businesses. Indeed, while it sells wholesale, the pasties always end up in the ovens of local shops, bakeries and butchers around the country. What’s more, Fiona tells me that Cornish Premier Pasties (CPP) is a board member of the Cornish Pasty Association (CPA), always working hard to protect the status of Cornwall’s dearest foodie tradition. Fiona works closely with the CPA, which is especially important as Cornwall faces uncertainty with the looming of Brexit.

CPP, already occupying unit four at St Columb Major Business Park, expanded into unit 5 in 2011. This is where the company

holds its office, bakery and even its own butchery department, to which Fiona accredits the quality beef skirt that goes into all of their pasties. In fact, all of the ingredients that go into CPP’s products are fresh and locally sourced, meaning people all over the country can enjoy a true flavour of Cornwall which, in essence, is this company’s mission.

Fiona and her colleague Charlotte explain that many think their pasties are machine crimped. On the contrary: “Our crimpers hand crimp up to 170 pasties an hour! I think the confusion comes from the neatness of our pasties – we use a minimum of 22 crimps, which means a lot of people mistake our crimpers’ skill for machine precision!” I can understand why Fiona is a little taken aback by such a suggestion!

After filling me in on the background, Fiona moves onto the World Pasty Championships.

For the first three years, she tells me that because CPP supplied Eden with palm oil free pasties, they were unable to enter, which was frustrating to say the least! However, as the company became more involved with the CPA, they made their first entry into both company categories in 2016, scooping silver in both.

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“I’m so annoyed, we’ve just had another batch of posters made up celebrating last year’s silver and now we’ve won gold!”

This year’s event, which again took place at the Eden Project, saw workshops including children’s crimping classes, raising money for a children’s community charity.

“People love to learn how to crimp. If you’ve grown up in Cornwall, it’s likely that it’s been passed down. I don’t know anyone I went to school with, who is Cornish through and through, whose grandma or mum didn’t crimp!

“Unfortunately, tickets for these classes always run short, so next year we intend to do more. It’s amazing how many kids really want to give it a go!”

This year, Fiona proudly accepted the awards on behalf of CPP for first place in the Open Savoury category – for the sensational Red Thai Chicken Pasty, as well as gold in the Cornish Pasty – Company category. As you might expect, competition is fierce at such a prestigious event, yet I’m told there is a buzz in the air between those who hold the pasty and its Cornish roots close to their hearts.

Having won the awards, Fiona tells me: "My fellow board members and I are extremely

proud of our team. Without them, none this would have even been possible!"

I ask Fiona what inspired the team to enter the Red Thai Chicken Pasty. “We’ve been doing this one for a number of years – it’s a CPP staple. As people begin to travel more and get a feel for global flavours, they’re more and more interested in new twists on their native dishes. It’s proven really popular with our customers to date, so we thought we’d enter it this year! Last year, our chicken and mango went down well, but we knew we could do better!”

As the meeting winds down, Fiona finishes by adding, “Even though we produce many flavours like this, I must say that there is still only one true pasty and that’s a Cornish one!”

I couldn’t agree more.

CORNISH PREMIER PASTIES

Units 4 & 5 Hurling Way, St Columb Major Business Park 01637 889388 www.cornishpremierpasties.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Did you know?

During the busy season, the CPP team is capable of handcrimping more than 22,000 pasties a day!

Cornish Premier Pasties provided each passenger on the inaugural flight between Frankfurt and Newquay Airport with a fresh Cornish pasty!

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Why choose between a dessert and a palette cleansing drink when you can have both in one?

enowned for its caring owners, friendly staff and outstanding accommodation and food, Best Western’s Restormel Lodge is taking a new name, but fear not – that’s about all that’s changing!

Now known as Best Western Fowey Valley, the staff know a thing or two about good food and, combining a local love for gin and delicious desserts, the kitchen team

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have kindly shared their sensational recipe for gin and tonic cheesecake (that’s right!).

Simon, General Manager at Fowey Valley, says: “I can’t take credit for inventing it, but when faced with a free weekend, I wanted to do something a little different with my favourite drink and dessert. It’s not overly alcoholic, but it tastes sensational; this recipe works beautifully!”

FOWEY VALLEY HOTEL

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The fabulous new menu and décor at UpperDeck is sure to delight.

had to pop up to the UpperDeck at Falmouth’s Marina to have a look at the new décor and meet owner Toby and chef Donna. The interior’s stunning: very light and welcoming with off-whites and blues as the main colours. There’s even a wooden boat hanging from the ceiling. But it’s the view out over the marina that draws you into the room, plenty to watch and beautiful light.

Donna explains the new menu: “It’s designed around four very distinct foods: steaks, from some award-winning local butchers; seafood, landed locally; stonebaked pizzas and vegetarian. We want to cater for the whole family, all the guests in a group, and this way there is something for everyone. Then for something different we have our specials board, which might feature Thai food alongside a classic like ‘liver and bacon’. Both are really popular with our regulars!”

I ask Donna about the Thai dishes. “We do other influences as well, Caribbean maybe… but I really love Thai food, those wonderful Thai flavours and the freshness of the food, it’s a stand-out and very popular. I just love cooking with spices, couldn’t cook without them really. Oh and butter, definitely need butter. It’s all about using unprocessed ingredients. Everything we serve is made here; from the pizza dough to the ice cream… we get loads of comments about our delicious ice creams. The only thing ready made is Baker Tom’s bread; nothing processed in that either!”

Their Sunday lunches are as gluten free as they can be, with gluten-free gravy, cauliflower and broccoli in white sauce, and Donna has devised a dairy-free ice cream, so, whatever the dietary needs of your party, they’ll all find plenty to choose from at UpperDeck. And what's more, there is always lots going on outside in the marina to keep the conversation flowing.

UPPERDECK Falmouth Yacht Marina, North Parade, Falmouth TR11 2TD 01326 313481 www.upperdeckfalmouth.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk éTOP TO BOTTOM From starters to desserts, the UpperDeck menu has something for everyone êBELOW Just an example of the delights on offer

Sample menu Starter Shell on crevettes Garlic butter, champagne, warm bread Main Thai fish cakes Sweet potato wedges, rocket, sweet chilli dip

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£12.00 Vegetable fajitas veg, Cajun of t skille ng Sizzli warm tortillas, sour cream, salsa Dessert Giant ice-cream profiteroles £6.00 Choice of three, hot chocolate sauce

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Interview

National treasure We catch up with the European, world and double Olympic rowing champion, Helen Glover, to discuss growing up around Penzance, her love of pasties, and what it takes to be number one.

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comprehensive list of the accolades bestowed upon Helen Glover would need an entire magazine devoted to it. So here are just a few highlights: the world number one ranking in her sport, multiple record breaker, two Olympic gold medals, threetime world champion, and MBE (for services to sport, personally awarded by the Queen in Windsor, no less).

And, like the Queen, Helen has also featured on a postage stamp; she has even had a new hybrid of fuchsia named after her. It’s fair to say she has officially reached national treasure status. Of course, it’s oodles of talent, hard work and determination that have got her here, but to those who know her well, she’s simply the inspirational girl from Penzance who dared to dream big.

Hailing from a sporting family, Helen, along with her rowing partner Heather Stanning, broke an Olympic record when they won gold at their first Olympic games in London 2012 – the first gold for Team GB at the games. (If you’ve visited Penzance in recent years, you may have noticed a gold post box outside the Dock Inn on Quay Street commemorating the occasion.)

Since that historic day, the duo remain unbeaten, going on to break countless records and rack up more silverware, culminating in another Olympic gold at Rio 2016 last summer. The pair have well and truly put British women’s rowing on the map, inspiring the next generation of aspiring athletes.

Recently married to TV voyager Steve Bracknell – in a fairy tale wedding at the appropriately named Pisky Cove, near

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with the intention of trying to get to the London games and win gold within four years.” This she achieved, marking the start of a meteoric rise to be ranked the world number one female rower, a milestone that still bewilders Helen today. “It’s really special,” she says. “In training you put everything you can into being the best so when that is recognised it feels great.”

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Marazion – we catch up with Helen, as she enjoys some well-deserved time off, to discuss an enchanting childhood exploring west Cornwall, her achievements to date and future plans.

Helen recalls growing up in and around Penzance. “I loved it,” she says. “My dad has an ice cream shop, Jelberts in Newlyn, and our childhood was spent eating ice cream, pasties, seafood and clotted cream (not all together!) and just exploring the beaches and countryside. We would take long family clifftop walks, no matter what the weather!”

Fondest memories? “Probably days at Gwithian sand dunes. We would take a big picnic and have sledge races down the dunes. When I was older these dunes were my favourite place for running.

With two Olympic golds under her belt, it begs the question which experience Helen cherishes the most – London 2012 or Rio 2016.

“I enjoyed them equally and for very different reasons. In London the ‘home games’ feeling was huge and so exciting. Heather and I won the first GB gold of the games and the whole Olympics was almost bigger than we could even prepare for. The satisfaction of winning my first Olympic gold was huge, but took a long time to sink in. I found it very hard to call myself an Olympic champion, as the whole

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“I try to get home as much as possible, though with training that has been difficult over the last eight years. I love to visit Mousehole, Sennen, and the Minack Theatre.”

It might surprise some to learn that, despite Cornwall’s unique pilot gig rowing heritage, Helen got into rowing at a relatively late stage, having excelled at other sports including hockey, tennis and athletics in her youth. In fact, she notes, “I didn’t try gig rowing until after the London Olympics (and I loved it!). I was in a talent identification programme four years before the London Olympics and started rowing as I was spotted as having potential in the sport. I picked up the sport

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“In training you put everything you can into being the best so when that is recognised it feels great”

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é ABOVE Heather and Helen out on the water

thing had been such a whirlwind. In Rio we were prepared for what a games feels like but the pressure was on us so much more. After staying unbeaten since the London Olympics we had a lot to lose and a huge amount of expectation on us. The grit that got us through those four years made the Rio win feel very sweet. And unlike the London Olympics the satisfaction was immediate as soon as we crossed the line.”

What was it like being awarded an MBE from the Queen? “It was unexpected and very special. I would always say there are so many people more worthy than me: teachers, nurses, soldiers... I feel so lucky to do what I do that I don’t need an award. However to get recognised, and to be told that what I’ve achieved has made a difference and inspired others, is amazing.”

Yet despite having accomplished so much, Helen has no plans to stop anytime soon, with plenty of items to tick off the bucket list. “My first step is to run the London Marathon and set some physical challenges for myself, whether I return to rowing for another Olympics or not. I have so many places I want to see and challenges I want to do, and I feel I can use my physical training to go on some great adventures one day!”

Helen offers her tips to those with dreams to follow. “I think that no matter what your goal is, surround yourself with good people and go for it! Support network is crucial, from the

obvious people we see every day, be it coaches or colleagues, to friends and spouses and siblings. An unconditional and patient support network is crucial for achieving a goal.”

But life is not all training and competing, with no time for fun, as Helen explains. “I love the outdoors so whenever I can I will kayak, climb or paddle board.

When in full time training and too tired, this often leads to my husband Steve just paddling me around in our canoe!” And having decided to take a year out from formal training, this year will see more time devoted to more leisurely – yet no less active – pursuits.

“I spent new year in Australia with my husband as he was working there for a month. This got 2017 off to a great start with diving, cycling, trekking and canoeing! Hopefully there’ll be more of the same for the rest of the year, plus running the marathon and finding more adventures!”

One thing is certain, whatever Helen turns her hand to next, you can be sure that she’ll be making waves.

Image courtesy of: Gregor Rom

Image courtesy of: GB W2

"I love the outdoors so whenever I can I will kayak, climb or paddle board. When in full time training and too tired, this often leads to my husband Steve just paddling me around in our canoe!"

é ABOVE Another medal for the unbeaten duo

HELEN GLOVER www.britishrowing.org Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Out & about

LEFT Mike truly captures the heart of the wave RIGHT Just some of the stunning prints available at the gallery

In the maelstrom’s heart Mike Lacey of Waves Surf Art Gallery, Porthleven, produces some of the most captivating wave photography that we’ve ever seen.

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e recently spoke to Mike about what he does, to find out what inspired him to begin his career in wave photography and to see if he really is living the dream.

é ABOVE Mike getting stuck in

“As soon as I was able to catch my first wave, I was hooked and wanted to document it through photography”

When did you first realise you wanted to pursue surf photography?

“Growing up in Windermere meant that I’ve always loved being in the water, but the lakes just didn’t quite cut it in the wave department, so as soon as I could drive, it became my mission to make it to Cornwall and its amazing surf. As soon as I was able to catch my first wave, I was hooked and wanted to document it through photography, although at the time I couldn’t afford a waterproof camera housing. Seven years ago, I finally bought one and as soon as I started taking photos from inside the waves, I knew this was the right path in photography for me.”

So it’s only a recent decision, in the grand scheme of things?

“Looking back, I like to think that my all day surf sessions, where I’d get out the water to rush some food before getting straight back in until sunset – making the most of every minute of a great swell – were all just training for a career in wave photography.”

You clearly love being in the water!

What do you love most about taking a camera into the break?

“I love the unpredictable nature of the conditions in Cornwall, from cold, stormy seas to warm and sunny, golden sessions.

For me, being out there taking the photos is like being there surfing – every surfer knows that feeling of being deep in the moment, where you don’t think about anything else apart from the waves.

“In my case, I’m thinking about getting in the right position to capture that magical moment. It’s the most amazing feeling to be reacting to the conditions around you instinctively; nothing beats holding your position and waiting for that huge wave as it grows bigger and gets ever closer, trusting your instincts to get into that perfect spot and be completely engulfed!

“I’ll be chasing the swells around Cornwall for as long as I can!”

MIKE LACEY PHOTOGRAPHY

01326 368369 www.wavesgallery.co.uk MikeLaceyPhotography mikelaceyphoto Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Out & About Out & about

Spring into

e s u o h r e Summ Welcoming the arrival of spring is Summerhouse Gallery, with an impressive line up of artists and events.

Discover more

The show with Maggie O’Brien will encompass a variety of techniques, focusing on a mixture of place, memory and imagination, with a reflective quality of the fragility of life and nature.

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ust a stone’s throw from the sea in the historic market town or Marazion, Summerhouse Gallery is a beautiful and welcoming space, always striving to showcase the best of Cornish art. With a variety of paintings, bespoke jewellery, sculptures and glass from a wonderful range of artists – from the well established to the up and coming – it’s definitely worth popping your head in, especially if you’re out and about exploring this wonderful part of Mount’s Bay, or about to walk the low-tide path to St Michael’s Mount.

This spring, the Summerhouse team invite you to join them in celebration of what is one of the most beautiful seasons.

The first show of 2017 will see work from featured artists Imogen Bone and Iona Sanders, alongside a variety of well loved and known Summerhouse artists.

Using flashes of fresh green against bold yellow flower buds, Imogen captures the environment at its most beautiful.

Indeed, her work is as much a celebration of our surroundings as a call to stop and appreciate them. Imogen has rapidly become viewed as one of the most exciting talents to come out of Cornwall in recent years and The Summerhouse is delighted

to have her on board as the lead artist for its opening show!

Iona Sanders, also using bold bursts of colour from fruit and flowers, makes them pop from muted backgrounds, making hers an instantly recognisable body of work, with an important focus on narrative. Iona is a rising star whose work has received critical acclaim in London and throughout the south west.

The Summerhouse is also delighted to welcome renowned sculptor Tom Leaper to the family. Tom’s incredible sculptures will be introduced to the gallery within the show, so keep an eye out!

With plenty going on in the spring, including a stunningly emotive onewoman show called Where Have all the Songbirds Gone; visually captivating work from Maggie O’Brien and more, the Summerhouse spring line up is not to be missed!

ë TOP LEFT Pears in Monochrome, by Iona Sanders é TOP Double Luck Mounts Bay, by Imogen Bone é ABOVE The Earth is in Our Hands, by Maggie O'Brien

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On Display

2. STUDIO GALLERY Close Up of “Bees”

by Penny Black

Penny Black, using various techniques, has created these iridescent and intricately detailed bee and beetle collages. They appear alongside the jewellery of resident designer Julia Schofield and guest designer Emily Nixon. Other work includes Andrew Lanyon, Steve Slimm and Debbie Prosser.

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Showcasing local artists and art galleries

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1. THE BANK SQUARE GALLERY The Blue Door by Nicholas Smith

Blossoming over the years, The Bank Square Gallery in St Just may be small but it is home to a wide range of artists, including Nicholas Smith, the founder who can often be seen painting at his easel. Here, you’ll find lots of new paintings and prints by Nicholas and local artists, ready for the new season.

Open Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5pm and Saturday, 10am to 4pm.

ST JUST 01736 788222

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5. EAT ART

Bespoke framing service Eat Art is a collaboration of artists, designers and craftsmen with many years experience in the art of picture framing. The team collaborate with some of the best artists working in Cornwall today and clients from all over the UK to supply art and frames to the trade and public. With simple solutions from just a few pounds to unique handcrafted designs, Eat Art offers a complete bespoke framing service.

FALMOUTH 01326 375917

www.eatart.co.uk

3. ART WORLD GALLERY

Oiseau aux Reflects Oranges

by David Jamin Found at 62 Church Street in the centre of Falmouth, Art World Gallery was established in 2000 and prides itself on featuring an exceptional collection of French, Italian and Cornish artists. The gallery is also home to some wonderful ceramic artists and sculptors. Many of these artists are exclusive to the gallery.

Open seven days a week, from 10am to 5.30pm.

FALMOUTH 01326 219323 www.artworldltd.com

4. SALLY NAPIER JEWELLERY

Pendant from The Sea Collection by Sally Napier Jeweller Sally Napier creates handcrafted jewellery, emphasising attention to detail whilst keeping a contemporary edge. Each piece and design is created individually, combining semi-precious stones, silver, gold and freshwater pearls. You can purchase online or contact Sally if you’d like to visit her studio to see her work or discuss a commission or repair.

MARHAMCHURCH 01288 361921

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6. QUAY ART

Bull Terrier by Matt Buckley Produced in ceramic polystone resin with hand finishing, Matt Buckley of Edge Sculptures has created a striking collection of evocative and fiercely modern animal and mythical creature figures. His latest releases include this stunning Bull Terrier sculpture in red or white, sitting at 49cm height. You can see the amazing range of sculptures by visiting the gallery or the website.

PADSTOW 01841 533534

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On Display 7. ATISHOO GALLERY

Quay Road Cottages Charlestown

by Alan Arthurs Situated in Charlestown, famous for BBC drama Poldark, you’ll find Atishoo Gallery. Opposite the old chapel, featuring work by more than 80 artists and craftspeople, the gallery offers a bespoke picture framing service and an extensive range of art cards and prints to buy. Visit the website where you can buy online and check opening times.

CHARLESTOWN 01726 65900 www.atishoodesigns.co.uk

8. CUSTOMS HOUSE GALLERY Setting Out by Jackie Hollingsbee

The gallery’s light and airy space on Porthleven’s harbour side exhibits original works by some of Cornwall’s finest artists in a range of mediums. A bespoke framing service is available here as well as the Own Art scheme. View the work available on the regularly updated and fully ecommerce enabled website. Open seven days a week from Easter.

9. HARBOUR CRYSTALS

Silver and gemstone jewellery Come and browse Harbour Crystal’s fantastic range of silver and gemstone jewellery that has been handpicked from around the world. In store you will find further pieces of jewellery that cover a whole range of gemstones with variable prices to suit everyone’s pocket.

PORTHLEVEN 01326 569365

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10. CSCAPE ART

Historic Harbour by Sarah Blakey The Craft Kiln (Cornish crafts), Sail Loft Emporium (antiques and collectables) and Cscape Art are all part of The Old Workshop next to the main Charlestown car park (PL25 3NJ). Many originals, prints and cards by artist Sarah Blakey and photographer Mick Blakey are available at the gallery. Open daily March 29th until October 31st, 10.30am to 5.30pm.

CHARLESTOWN 01726 66639

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11. PENLEE HOUSE GALLERY AND MUSEUM Eyes and No Eyes

by Frank Bramley

Penlee House has the biggest collection of Newlyn School paintings in a public gallery and is located just a short distance from where they were originally painted. The current exhibition, ‘A Casket of Pearls’, celebrates its artistic treasures, which include this joyful painting by Frank Bramley, ‘Eyes and No Eyes’ from 1887.

PENZANCE 01736 363625

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12. WAVE 7 GALLERY

Port Isaac by Andrew Redden See Andrew’s one man show between 7th and 28th April at Wave 7 Gallery, which exhibits contemporary art and crafts across two buildings: the main gallery and the granary used to showcase sole exhibitions.

It’s also the working studio of Victoria Mead Mirrors. Art courses and craft afternoons run throughout the season. The gallery is open 10.30am to 5pm, Tuesday to Saturday.

TRELIGHTS, NEAR PORT ISAAC 01208 880605 www.wave7gallery.co.uk

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Day in the life

Let there

be light Canvases of all sizes filled with seascapes, bright blues of all hues and brilliant, brilliant whites.

“A painting is part of you, an overflow of you, so to get that immediate, heartfelt reaction is wonderful” ì ABOVE Autumn light, Poldhu cove ê BELOW The Mount

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was lucky enough to meet artist Andrew Giddens at his studio and gallery in Perranuthnoe. The space is bright, light and airy. The walls are covered with his paintings with their brilliant white spray and splashes of sunlight on sparkling blue water adding to the lightness of the room. There’s an old draughtsman’s chest against the wall, squashy chair and sofa, an easel with large canvas on it, which is painted all over in a deep red, tubes of paints and a paint splattered leather Parker Knoll type chair that Andrew tells me he’s had for over ten years and often sits in when painting. I think that, just maybe, even I could paint in this space.

And… there’s a really good coffee machine tucked in the corner, so I accept his opening offer of coffee, and we chat easily.

Apart from his obvious skill as an artist it becomes clear quite quickly that Andrew is a man of deep belief and, although he doesn’t eschew to any particular Christian faith – indeed he dislikes organised religion, he does talk about Jesus and his relationship with Him quite easily and candidly. “I went off the rails quite a bit when I was younger and got kicked out of school, I went to college in Bournemouth and Falmouth to study art but got in with the wrong people… you can imagine the rest!” He grins rather sheepishly.

It was then that he had the epiphany that changed his life and got him back on the straight and narrow. And, even for an old cynic like me, it is clear to see the celebration of life and the natural world in his paintings… it positively jumps off the canvas.

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Day in the life

é TOP Close-up of his brushwork ê BELOW Andrew Giddens in his studio

He now lives in Praa Sands with his wife Marie and their four children. “I feel so blessed to live next to one of Cornwall’s most stunning beaches at Praa. It’s really inspiring to wake up to the sounds of the waves breaking on the shore a few hundred yards from our home and being able to walk across the sand as the sun rises each morning. I have a short walk up the cliff to the studio and as I work the tide sneaks in and then out again as I get totally caught up in the act of painting.”

He picks up canvases to show me as we talk, explaining more about them. He works from memory, though may take the odd photo with his phone. Holding up my favourite he tells me: “This is a painting of the beautiful beach at Perran Sands. I painted it after a particularly good time on the beach with my youngest boy. It’s as much a painting of the beach as the memories that were created that day. It’s people who make places special and I paint special places… and the light!”

The painting is joyous: blue seas and that brilliant white as the sun hits the water: just stunning. It was whilst he was working behind the bar at the Shipwrights in Helford Village, that he hung one of his paintings on the wall of the pub and it was bought by regular Sir Tim Rice, who still collects his work. Then he had an exhibition at Out of the Blue in Marazion that sold out. He decided it was time to take the plunge and concentrate full-time on his painting.

And the rest, as they say, is history. His art is now collected all over the world. And… he loves that, with his own gallery to work in, he gets to meet some of the people who buy his work. “I love seeing the personal reaction to my work. A painting is part of you, an overflow of you, so to get that immediate, heartfelt reaction is wonderful.”

ë LEFT Perran Sands é ABOVE Winter Storm, Kynance

ANDREW GIDDENS

Andrew Giddens Open Studio/Gallery www.cornish-art.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Health

True or false?

With almost 40% of UK adults having varicose veins at some point in their lives, Mr Ken Woodburn, Consultant Vascular Surgeon at Duchy Hospital, takes us through the myths behind them. é ABOVE Mr Ken Woodburn, Consultant Vascular Surgeon at Duchy Hospital

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f you suspect you have varicose veins, it’s essential you see a doctor.

The good news is that there are many treatments available, some of which don’t require surgery. What’s more, some of the myths we accept as everyday truths aren’t, actually, quite as they seem!

Myth #1 Varicose veins aren’t harmful

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While usually just unsightly, in some cases they can be harmful, causing aching, throbbing and itching, in some cases, swelling. Over time, they may even lead to skin changes and leg ulcers and occasionally blood clots.

Myth #2 Varicose veins are the same as spider veins Spider veins are veins that have dilated.

They are found in the surface of the skin and are largely a cosmetic issue. Varicose veins are located in the fat between the skin and muscle.

Myth #3 Varicose veins can always be easily seen Many people think that they’re always visible. This isn’t the case, as sometimes, they can be found deeper under the skin, out of sight. You’ll know if you’re suffering from deeper varicose veins because they present the same symptoms of swelling, achy tired legs and itchiness.

Myth #4 There’s no point in operating as they always come back With the old method of treatment, this was largely true. However, research has shown that when treated using new methods such as Endothermal Ablation, the veins are less likely to reappear in most patients. And, while new varicose veins can develop, it’s usually possible to treat them with one of the new keyhole techniques.

Myth #5 Women get varicose veins more than men This isn’t strictly true. Women are more likely to do something about varicose veins and therefore represent a higher proportion of patients.

Research shows that they occur roughly in the same proportions in both men and women, but that men are more likely to ignore them.

Myth #6 Varicose veins run in families This one is actually true. There is a strong familial link and the more relatives you have with varicose veins, the more likely you are to have them. The link cannot be termed as solely genetic, as patients often only have them on one leg and not the other.

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Advice

Good news for unmarried couples

A recent Supreme Court case looks likely to improve the standing of unmarried couples, as Stephens Scown’s Davina Haydon explains.

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“There is no doubt that, historically, the law has been out of step with society and has been unfair to unmarried couples”

landmark legal ruling could have a significant impact on how public sector pensions are distributed to unmarried couples if one partner dies. A Cornish lawyer who is an expert in inheritance disputes has welcomed the news of the Supreme Court case.

Davina Haydon, partner in the inheritance and trusts disputes team at Stephens Scown LLP in St Austell says: “Losing a loved one is difficult enough, without having to face additional financial strain. But this is exactly what has been endured by countless unmarried couples, who have not had the legal rights available to married couples.”

However, a Supreme Court case looks set to change how public sector pension schemes are shared with unmarried partners after the death of his or her partner.

The case involves Denise Brewster from Northern Ireland. Lenny McMullan, her partner of ten years, proposed on Christmas Eve 2009, then tragically died just two days later. He had paid into an occupational pension scheme for 15 years, yet Ms Brewster was denied access to his pension because he had not filled out a nomination form specifically naming her. However, if they had been married, she would have

é ABOVE Davina Haydon, partner in the inheritance and trusts disputes team at Stephens Scown

been entitled to a significant financial recompense. After a lengthy legal battle, the Supreme Court ruled in February that the requirement for unmarried couples to have to fill out a pension nomination form, which married people did not have to fill out, amounted to unfair discrimination.

Davina adds, “This ruling makes clear that public sector occupational pension schemes are no longer entitled to deny a payment to an unmarried partner simply because the employee had not filled out the relevant form. This will certainly open the door for an unmarried partner to have greater rights upon the death of a loved one, but potentially only in certain circumstances.

“There is no doubt that, historically, the law has been out of step with society and has been unfair to unmarried couples.

Anything that will start to address that is to be welcomed. Pension providers have been watching this case with interest, and it will be important to see how they react.”

STEPHENS SCOWN LLP

1 High Cross Street, St Austell PL25 4AB 01726 74433 solicitors@stephens-scown.co.uk www.stephens-scown.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Lifestyle

Surf W style

We catch up with fashion retailer, Ann’s Cottage, the one stop shop for all your fashion needs. words by:

Dan Warden

ith 11 stores across Cornwall, Ann’s Cottage is one of Europe’s largest retailers of surf and lifestyle clothing, as well as surf equipment ranging from wetsuits to boards and accessories. The best part is, the store’s famous loyalty card programme allows you to turn points into pounds, which can be spent either online or in any of the stores, including the clearance store in St Columb!

Being part of such a fast-paced industry, the Ann’s Cottage team keep their fingers on the pulse when it comes to current trends and knowing what’s hot and what’s not.

Take the annual and highly anticipated festival season, for instance. This, in many people’s eyes, is the launch of summer. Not

only this; we tend to look to our celebrity idols for the season’s latest fashion trends and with the likes of Coachella kicking off the year’s festival scene, many people, including celebrities, travel from all over the world just for this incredible festival at Indio, California. Known as America’s largest festival, showcasing the most popular and established artists, festival goers have the added pressure of wearing the latest clothing and accessories.

Indeed, many of us look to the stars to inspire our own wardrobes and the Ann’s Cottage team appreciate this, especially with Cornish festivals such as Boardmasters and Tunes in the Dunes drawing fashion-minded revellers from all over the world.

Tie-dye, for instance, has really come back

Image courtesy of: Rip Curl

è RIGHT Ripcurl’s Pacha Crew range is perfect for the summer

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ì ABOVE RIGHT Menswear really benefits from tie-dye!

Image courtesy of: Rip Curl

Image courtesy of: Seafolly

ê BELOW Shibori playsuit from Seafolly

on trend recently and, although it has for many years been somewhat clichéd – ever since its peak popularity in the 60s and 70s – some more sophisticated forms are beginning to appear in the world of fashion. Anyone keeping an eye on key fashion sites such as Vogue will know that these emergent forms have become a really popular look, especially at busy, summer festivals where it’s tough to stand out from the crowd.

Look at the Rip Curl Pacha Crew, for instance. Wonderfully showcased below on the left, these jumpers are light and cool during the balmy evenings of summer and they really make a statement, too! You’ll find them at Ann’s Cottage, along with a whole range of tiedye clothing, from board shorts and t-shirts, to bikinis. And, in a world where men are

beginning to spend more time on what they wear, such trends appeal to everybody!

Another dyeing technique that the team has spotted is shibori. The elaborate, striking patterns of shibori clothing are real head turners and again, they never fail to speak up in a fashion world filled with noise. Once enjoyed by the Japanese elite, this revived technique has started to make waves in the world of fashion and one of the most exciting things about it is that no shibori garment is the same.

Head to the website and check out the shibori collection from Seafolly – it’s absolutely stunning!

While these trends are bound to change and evolve, you can count on the Ann’s Cottage team to help you choose the look that best suits you. Choose from a massive selection of top surf and bong Image courtesy of: Billa lifestyle brands, including – but certainly not limited to – Rip Curl, Billabong, Quiksilver, Seafolly and Roxy. And it doesn’t stop at clothing – they’re experts in the world of surfing, too, so whether it’s a new wetsuit for the summer or a shorter board for the ever-improving surfers in your clan, they can help guide you through every step of your shop, matching your needs and, more importantly, your budget.

To see for yourself, visit the Ann’s Cottage website or, better still, head in store!

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Tornado visits Cornwall

1st to 4th June 2017 Be part of history. Travel on this iconic locomotive, the first to be built since1960, when it visits Cornwall for the first time.

Standard Tickets | First Class Travel | Compartments for groups | Dining

Book early to avoid disappointment. Tickets on sale from March.

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Advice

How will you spend yours?

Since 6th April 2015, anyone aged 55 or over has been able to take their entire defined contribution pension fund however they want...

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his decision has allowed most pension plan-holders to draw down as much, or as little of their pension, at any time. Effectively, we are now free to shop around and devise a multitude of product combinations – even taking it all as cash! However, whilst retirement freedom creates more choice, it can also bring with it more risk...

And it’s not just pension plan-holders coming up to retirement who are considering this issue. It will also impact upon those of us in the workplace who are looking to build up our pension pot (or thinking about taking one out), who now recognise that the new government rules may require a change in our pension planning.

On average men retire at 64 years and 6 months and women at 63.8, according to the report Retirement Income Uncovered by Old Mutual Wealth. At these ages men can expect to live until 86.3 and women until 86.9. Being retired for 21 years or more means planning for an income that funds retirement for this length of time.

Don’t pay any more tax than you have to...

The first 25% of your pension pot will be taxfree either as one lump sum or as the first 25% of multiple lump sums.

Here are some of the key options arising from the Pension Freedoms:

1. Uncrystallised funds pension lump sum These funds are ‘uncrystallised’, as they have not yet been used to pay a scheme pension, buy an annuity, or designated to a flexi-access drawdown fund. As it stands, your pension pot would remain as currently invested, or can be taken partly, or all, as cash.

2. Annuities Historically, three-quarters of the 320,000 or so people that retire each year opted for an annuity, which offers a regular guaranteed income.

And, for many, this certainty of payment may mean that it’s still the best option. (Source: HM Treasury, March 2014)

3. Flexi-access drawdown At the other end of the scale are ‘drawdown products’, which could potentially offer a better return but do come with a higher degree of risk, as you’ll still be investing in the stock markets, and so on.

ê BELOW Matt Begley, retirement planning expert at Harris Begley Financial Planning

4. Blended solutions The likelihood, for many, is that they may opt for a mix of immediate cash, annuity and flexiaccess drawdown – thereby meeting current needs, delivering a guaranteed income for life, yet also leaving some funds invested in the hope of future growth.

Making the right decisions for your future can seem a daunting prospect and it’s essential that you take expert advice. Harris Begley take pride in offering a personal service that takes your individual circumstances into account. Get in touch for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your pension and plan for your future.

The value of pensions and the income they produce can fall as well as rise. You may get back less than you invested.

HARRIS BEGLEY FINANCIAL PLANNING

The Regent Chapel Street, Penzance TR18 4AE Office: 01736 366550 Mobile: 07795 144795 matt.begley@harrisbegley.co.uk www.harrisbegley.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Out & about

HFC in May From raucous comedies to captivating ballet and opera, May at Hall for Cornwall is promising to be a show-stopping month, with something to suit everyone.

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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Tuesday 16th to Saturday 20th May Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical continues on its record-breaking tour, starring X Factor winner Joe McElderry. Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs. Joe McElderry was just 18 when he won the sixth series of The X Factor in 2009. He has since had three top ten albums, as well as notching up two more reality TV show victories, winning ITV’s Pop Star to Opera Star and Channel 4’s The Jump.

The Endellion String Quartet with Guy Johnston Cello Friday 26th May The Endellion String Quartet is renowned as one of the finest quartets in the world. They have appeared at nearly all of the major series and festivals, have featured at the Proms and frequently appear on BBC radio and television. Joining them will be cellist Guy Johnston to perform a masterpiece of the string repertoire, the great Schubert C Major Quintet.

Birmingham Royal Ballet

Friday 12th and Saturday 13th May Birmingham Royal Ballet returns to Truro with a sparkling triple bill. José Limón’s The Moor’s Pavane distills the passion and tension of Shakespeare’s Othello into a thrilling one-act tragedy.

In the beautiful Wink, Jessica Lang captures the poetry of five Shakespearean Sonnets. Finally, in Arcadia, the ancient god Pan is unleashed as Birmingham Royal Ballet’s Ruth Brill makes her first commissioned piece to a new score, composed by renowned saxophonist John Harle. Accompanied by the acclaimed Royal Ballet Sinfonia, Birmingham Royal Ballet present unforgettable performances of dance and drama.

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Leo Sayer: Live in Concert

Thursday 25th May Following the success of his 2015 Restless Years tour, Grammy award-winning and international chart-topper Leo Sayer is returning to the UK for another series of concerts. Known the world over for his army of hits, which include Thunder In My Heart, Moonlighting, One Man Band, I Can’t Stop Loving You and You Make Me Feel Like Dancing.

Out of Order

Tuesday 2nd to Saturday 6th May Ray Cooney’s Olivier Award-winning comedy Out of Order returns to the stage in a gleeful new production.

When Richard Willey (Andrew Hill), a Government Junior Minister, plans to spend the evening with Jane Worthington (Susie Amy), one of the Opposition’s typists, in the Westminster Hotel, things go disastrously wrong – beginning with the discovery of a body trapped in a window. Things go from bad to worse with the arrival of Jane’s distraught young husband. Add an unscrupulous waiter, a frustrated hotel manager, Mrs Willey and Nurse Foster and things really do come to a head!

BalletBoyz: Life

Tuesday 23rd May Following its triumphant premiere in London, Life is performed by an all-male company of ten amazing dancers and features two works by internationally acclaimed choreographers: Rabbit by Pontus Lidberg and Fiction by Javier Frutos. Life takes an elegant, powerful and provocative look at life and death, presented in the inimitable BalleyBoyz style. BalletBoyz have generated thousands of fanatical dance fans across the globe with their inventive, vivid and memorable shows.

The Manfreds: Makin’ Tracks Tour 2017 Kernow King is Trevithick!

Featuring The Oggymen

Tuesday 9th May Born in Cornwall, Richard Trevithick revolutionised the use of steam as a successful and profitable means of energy. It was Trevithick’s passion and genius that led to steam power being put on rails and roads.

Trevithick! is bursting with music, comedy and facts and is still relevant to the world we live in today. This is the gripping story of, not just one of Cornwall’s greatest sons, but one of the greatest men in history, steeped in accolade and loved by many but whose life was tinged with tragedy.

Wednesday 31st May Manfred Mann is considered one of the finest and most respected bands from the 60s. Their numerous hits were an unusual yet winning combination of R&B with an undercurrent of Jazz. The Manfreds, with original front man, Paul Jones, will be performing many of their hits, including Do Wah Diddy Diddy, one of the most instantly recognisable songs of the 60s, along with a mix of jazz and blues covers from their new album.

HALL FOR CORNWALL

01872 262466 For tickets and full event listings visit: www.hallforcornwall.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

English Touring Opera: Tosca and Patience

Monday 29th and Tuesday 30th May English Touring Opera return to Hall for Cornwall with two stunning new productions. Puccini’s Tosca (Monday 29th May) is one of the world’s best-loved operas, brimming with lust, corruption and political intrigue. As fresh today as it was at the first performance, Gilbert and Sullivan’s Patience (Tuesday 30th May) pokes fun at the eccentric affections of barely-disguised Victorian celebrities.

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1 A UNIQUE COASTAL RETREAT greatwood, mylor, south cornwall First time for sale for 13 years ø private slipway ø ownership to mean low water ø 4 bedrooms (2 en suite) ø 2 reception rooms and garden room ø indoor pool ø mooring by licence ø around 3.6 acres of gardens ø triple garage ø 3,997 sq ft ø EPC=C

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1 A BLEND OF CREEK & COUNTRYSIDE LIFESTYLE devoran, nr truro, south cornwall Rebuilt and renovated in 2008 ø imaginative and unique design ø open plan living area with round-house style sitting room ø 5 bedrooms ø 5 bathrooms ø paddock & stables ø around 7.6 acres ø 3,565 sq ft ø EPC=C

Savills Cornwall Jonathan Cunliffe jcunliffe@savills.com

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Padstow

£725,000

An immaculately presented three storey property situated in the sought after old town with an en-suite master bedroom and two further bedrooms.

The ground floor is open plan living and comprises a beautiful south facing conservatory. Enjoying lovely views over the deer park and Camel estuary, this delightful property comes with an excellent holiday letting history. EPC G

Padstow

£220,000

This spacious mid-terraced property is situated on the immediate outskirts of Padstow town centre, convenient for the local supermarket, surgery and infant school, set on an attractive cul-de-sac of similar style properties. This cosy cottage style property has three bedrooms, enclosed rear garden and parking. EPC C

Trevone

£725,000

This immaculate four bedroom property offers an en-suite bathroom, two shower rooms and open plan living space, a low maintenance garden with fabulous country views and all just minutes from Trevone’s popular beaches. Available fully furnished with high quality, contemporary furniture, this is a fabulous turn-key opportunity with an excellent letting history. EPC B

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Nr St Mawgan Village

£425,000

This delightful barn conversion believed to date back to the early 1800s is set in a lovely rural hamlet within a mile of St Mawgan village and just three miles from the beautiful sandy beach at Mawgan Porth. The property offers immaculately presented accommodation including three bedrooms, open plan living space and far reaching views across the Vale of Lanherne and over the beautifully landscaped gardens. There is the benefit of a garage and plenty of parking. EPC D

Camelford

£585,000

An individual & well appointed 4 bedroom detached modern home together with a detached annexe & studio apartment above situated within gardens and grounds approaching 1.5 acres bordered by the River Camel on the outskirts of this historic market town. EPC-F

Constantine Bay

£540,000

Lovely detached three bedroom bungalow positioned in a unique location, completely private and away from public view yet within a short walk of the beautiful sandy beach and championship Trevose Golf Club. Bordered by open fields on each side, the property enjoys a lovely aspect and countryside views from both the house and gardens. EPC G

Padstow

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MOLESWORTH MANOR | PADSTOW | GUIDE PRICE £1.5M

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SPACIOUS DETACHED RESIDENCE A spacious and light four double bedroom house, conveniently situated close to the village and boating facilities. Attractive views looking towards the Percuil River and countryside beyond, set in very attractive mature level gardens to the front and rear with ample parking for several vehicles, boat storage and a double garage. The property offers huge potential to extend (subject to planning) and although in good decorative order the property would benefit from updating. EPC - E.

Guide Price ÂŁ775,000

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IMPOSING HOUSE & SUBSTANTIAL BARNS, A WONDERFUL GARDEN & ESTUARY GLIMPSES Four bedroom family size house, two storey and single storey barn ranges, fabulous mature walled and enclosed gardens - 0.8 of an acre in total and water glimpses of the estuary. A very rare opportunity in this special geographic location - same family ownership for fifty years.

EPC - F.

Guide Price ÂŁ925,000

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Black Rock, Nr. Camborne

£495,000

A well presented 3 bedroom cottage with further detached 2 bedroom barn conversion set within land of approximately 6 acres. The property occupies a beautiful elevated position approximately six miles from the market town of Helston and enjoys superb panoramic views towards the Penwith Peninsula. In addition to the main cottage and detached barn conversion, there are 4 paddocks – 1 with field shelter, 2 stable blocks with a total of 6 stables, 43’ garage and further outbuilding.

3 BEDROOM COTTAGE DETACHED 2 BEDROOM BARN CONVERSION WITH HOLIDAY USE 6 ACRES OF LAND 4 PADDOCKS 2 STABLE BLOCKS 43’ GARAGE EPC RATING F23

Truro

£375,000

An immaculately presented four bedroom detached home set in an elevated position in this highly sought after location with south westerly outlook over the City.

The flexible and well-proportioned accommodation is complemented by gardens, an integrated double garage and parking.

Helston Office: 01326 572434 Truro Office: 01872 277794

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ORCHARD BARN, ST ERTH Orchard Barn is a beautifully converted reverse level property with two bedrooms (one ensuite), bathroom and attractive open plan living accommodation with feature wood burner. There are two parking spaces and gardens to the front and rear. The property is currently run as a successful holiday let and is for HOLIDAY USE ONLY. It will be sold fully furnished and equipped for letting purposes. EPC rating: D

Orchard Barn, St Erth £295,000

THE BARNS, GWITHIAN Planning Number PA16/02770.

Situated on the outskirts of the highly desirable village of Gwithian is a group of attractive granite barns with original granite lintels and wet laid slate roofs with planning permission to convert into 3 two storey homes one with 2 bedrooms and two with 4 bedrooms. The finished properties will have lovely rural views, with two of them having coastal views taking in the stunning landscape, the rugged northern cornish coastline and Godrevy lighthouse.

Full detailed drawings can be seen at our office.

The Barns, Gwithian £500,000

FORE STREET, LELANT This is an attractive, period, well maintained, semi detached property comprising of 3 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, bathroom, separate w.c, garage, block built shed, outside w.c., attractive well stocked rear garden with water feature fish pond and self contained 1 bedroom annex. Situated in the popular village of Lelant the property is conveniently located to local bus routes, the A30 and the picturesque rail link between St Erth and St Ives.

EPC rating: E

Fore Street, Lelant £380,000

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Wheal Rose

ÂŁ550,000

Close to the north Cornish coast, this immaculately presented four bedroom detached home is spacious with lovely rural views including the sea in the distance. Beautiful kitchen with granite work surfaces and quality built in appliances. Large exible layout with huge potential. Extensive garden, ample parking and double garage. EPC rating E

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SHOW HOME NOW OPEN, VISIT US TODAY Beautifully designed homes in Truro.

We’ve unveiled our brand new show home and would love you to take a look around. This is your opportunity to see for yourself what makes Trevethow Riel so special.

Marketing suite opening times Monday, Thursday & Friday 11am – 6pm Saturday & Sunday 10am – 4pm Trevethow Riel Marketing Suite, Newquay Road, Truro, TR1 1RH We look forward to welcoming you.

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Charity

! e k a c , t e s , y d a e R We take a look at Cornwall Hospice Care and its fabulous team, whose efforts help many enjoy delicious food.

“The food is excellent, first-class hotel food,” wrote a patient staying with Cornwall Hospice Care at Mount Edgcumbe Hospice. Another saying, “The food has stimulated my appetite.” words by:

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here is an old saying that a little of what you fancy does you good.

While this might be true for some, not everyone is lucky enough to fancy food. This is why it is so important that the chefs across the Cornish charity Cornwall Hospice Care work hard to produce mouth-watering meals three times a day to help tempt seriously ill patients to eat.

They go out of their way to encourage less than hungry people to eat, from sourcing a person’s favourite sorbet to cooking a steak in a particular way.

They also make the most delicious cakes, producing one recently for the young daughter of a patient so she didn’t miss out on the traditional celebration. But it isn’t just patients that get to enjoy fabulous cakes. Cake is at the heart of the charity’s fundraising efforts with coffee mornings and cream teas among the staples of the annual events list. “Cake is such a draw that we thought why not develop the theme and go for an all-out celebration,” says Judy Lawton, Community Fundraiser for Cornwall Hospice Care.

“So three years ago we declared 6th May our annual Great Cornish Cake Bake Day and last year we raised a fantastic £8,500.

We picked this date because it happens to be National No Diet Day so there really is no excuse not to eat cake! This year the date falls on a Saturday so we’ve gone one better and will be holding the Great Cornish Cake Bake Weekend” – this is definitely one for the diary!

The concept is simple, host an event at which you sell cake! “It can be a coffee morning, a cake sale in the office or a ‘guess the weight of the cake’ competition at school or work,” says Judy. “You can make it a community gathering like they did at Illogan, Redruth where the organiser told me afterwards that everyone welcomed getting together for something other than a wedding or a funeral! We’re also producing the Great Cornish Cake Bake Cake Book, which features handed down recipes and the personal stories of those who have provided them. We hope it will be on sale later this year.” – I will definitely make sure I whisk one up!

CORNWALL HOSPICE CARE

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