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So, we have a bumper issue of Cornwall Living for you this March. Felix writes an evocative cover feature about ancient Cornwall (page 12) with some wonderful examples of standing stones, myths and legends that are sure to tempt you out to visit. Foodie is back with a restaurant review of Amanzi, the African restaurant in Falmouth (page 112), a look at Fraser’s on the Promenade in Penzance (page 104) and other fabulous ideas for eating out, as well as a great recipe from Baker Tom (page 110). With spring in the air there is the talk of weddings, and to help, we have a weddings supplement this month to get you planning for yours (page 67). And it’s time to get out into the garden so we have five of our favourites (page 98) to visit for ideas, and professionals to help with a complete garden makeover, and we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Great Gardens of Cornwall (page 99). Annie meets paratriathlete Melissa Reid, who won bronze in Rio (page 126). We preview the ever popular Porthleven Food Festival (page 121), and meet Julian Waring to talk about the Great Porthleven Baulk Auction on 18th March to raise much needed funds for the Fishermen’s Mission (page 102). And, of course, you’ll also find wonderful properties to buy, places to stay, interior design ideas, health, wealth and all the usual art, news and views. Enjoy this bumper Cornwall Living!
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Contents March 2017
Regulars
See pages 12-17 for this month’s cover feature
8 News & views
Catch up with Cornwall
18 Luxury property
Find your dream Cornish home
86 Coastal escapes
A choice of stunning stays
94 Easter competition
Win a fabulous prize bundle
124 What’s on
April at Hall for Cornwall
130 Gallery guide
A window on Cornish art
138 Competitions
Win a little taste of Cornwall
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foodie
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104 The ultimate comfort food Fabulous fish and chips at Fraser’s
106 Gourmet gossip
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All the latest foodie news
111 Old school hospitality
Standout food at this old school bar
112 An African indulgence Get your foodie fix at Amanzi
114 Take a load off
Relaxed meals at Tywarnhayle Inn
115 Caribbean flare
Stunning Caribbean food at Cribbs
117 Seasonal sensation
Trebah Kitchen springs into action
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32 130
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Upperdeck Restaurant and Bar
30 A passionate tale
Delve into the history of Holman Park
32 A fresh start
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Style your home with Julian Foye
35 Decked to the nines
Page 67
Refresh your garden with Woodstock
36 Blinding style
Inspirational Interiors share some top tips
39 The good life
Expert craftsmanship at Goodlife Joinery
40 Traditionally speaking
Oakridge, restoring Cornwall’s finest
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42 Flooring to fall for
Floor it with Carpet Connection
44 Restoration sensation
Strippers Flooring saves the day
46 Inside knowledge
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Get your home on trend with Uneeka
48 Great outdoors
The ultimate outdoor transformations
51 What’s cooking
The benefits of converting your cooker
52 Style & substance
Rohrs and Rowe’s fresh take on business
56 Pick of the Orchard
Not just window shopping at Orchard
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59 Defining your home’s style Refresh a room with Stylehome
62 From the floor up
Transform any room with Westwood
65 Built to last
Three Rivers, family-run and Cornish
91 90 years young
Explore Hotel Bristol’s history
92 Get the travel bug
See the world with Newell’s Travel
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99 Great Cornish gardens
Discover the best of Cornish gardens
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NEWS & views For more ideas visit www.cornwall-living.co.uk
Dr Jane Gibbins honoured with prize from The Royal Society of Medicine
ABL Plastics have the right materials at the right price for the job
Cornwall Hospice Care consultant Dr Jane Gibbins has been awarded the Palliative Medicine Masters Prize from The Royal Society of Medicine. She carried out a novel piece of research about care of the dying, which challenged the cultures and perceptions surrounding previous research on this phase of life. The aim was to improve care of the dying by facilitating individualised care and symptom control for patients. Jane elaborates: “As part of the study we developed some simple, yet comprehensive prompts for staff to use in hospital wards, alongside prescribing guidance and a symptom observation chart. We didn’t know if it would work, but it did. The symptom observation chart improves care for patients by changing the standard focus of measuring blood pressures and temperatures, to concentrating on key problems for the dying, like pain, nausea and breathlessness.”
ABL Plastics, the Certass registered, Redruth based, family-run company can supply and fit all things plastic, from sash windows and porches to conservatories and French and bi-fold doors. They can also help you with your patio and any composite doors you require – nothing is any trouble. What’s more, when it comes to double-glazing, they’ll supply and fit the replacement units for you, making your life completely hassle-free.
Jane says the award is an honour and recognises research; “we’re exploring novel areas of development within Cornwall Hospice Care, such as the use of outcome measures, and at the Joint Palliative Care and Oncology Clinics we’re involved in at Treliske Hospital. I’m pleased that we are empowering other healthcare professionals to provide the best quality of care for all patients reaching the end of their lives.” For more information visit www.cornwallhospicecare.co.uk
ABL has earned a fantastic reputation in the local area and rightly so – the value for money and realistic prices on offer, as well as the free, no-obligation quote service make the business one of the top in the county. In fact, with a two week lead time, once you’ve decided what it is you need –a new conservatory, for instance – the team will have everything you need ready with unrivalled speed. Trade and the public are both welcome at ABL Plastics, so whether you need a quick fix for your home or need the right materials for a big job, be sure to get yourself to the store in Redruth. For more information call 01736 755657 or 01209 314365
Help people who need it while doing something unforgettable The Hft Team Extreme Weekender really is an adventure that can’t be missed. You can defy gravity on the UK’s tallest swing over a cliff edge, soar over a flooded quarry on a zip wire, plunge into the water during coasteering, be catapulted off ‘the blob’ and much, much more; with breakfast, lunch and a barbeque dinner included! Team Extreme Weekender is brought to you by Hft and helps support adults with learning disabilities across the UK live life on their own terms. The practical help, support and encouragement the team over at Hft offer gives them a chance to find more comfort and satisfaction in life. It’s about
helping people to have the kind of life we would want for ourselves or our loved ones. The weekend itself will take place on the 10th and 11th June at Adrenalin Quarry in Liskeard, with tickets costing just £150. For more information visit www.hft.org.uk/teamextreme
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This year’s Cornwall Art Fair is set to be bigger than ever! After receiving over 3,000 visitors last year, Cornwall Art Fair is looking forward to its return to St Ives this coming May with even more artists, interactions and activities. We asked fair Director, Matt Pooley, about the event, who explained that Cornwall Art Fair aims to promote the vast talent of established and emerging Cornwall-based artists, across a variety of media, by providing them with an outlet for their work. After the success of last year, the team are looking forward to hosting an even bigger 2017 event. “We will be running the Student Discovery Competition, which allows local students to showcase their work to a large audience. We have also introduced the Live Art Sessions, where visitors can watch the artists in action as they create their work.” So, if you’d like to witness the emergence of young and upcoming artistic talent or appreciate the work of well established across a whole spectrum of mediums, get yourself to this year’s Cornwall Art Fair. For more information, visit www.cornwallartfair.co.uk or email info@cornwallartfair.co.uk
Boot up for this year’s Walk Scilly! Explore the stunning Isles of Scilly – 28 miles off of the Cornish coast – with 29 different walks, including wildlife discovery tours, food foraging forays, top-to-toe rambles across all five inhabited islands and a Mediterranean stroll through Tresco Abbey Garden.
Savour the beautiful handcrafted jewellery, designed and created by jeweller Sally Napier Before setting up her own studio, Sally completed her BA (Hons) in Jewellery and Silversmithing at De Montford University before working for various jewellery designers where she gained knowledge and experience in both London and Hong Kong. Sally’s jewellery is designed and handcrafted with the emphasis on quality, attention to detail and keeping a contemporary edge. Taking inspiration from everything, including art, travel, country walks, the coast and graphic design, Sally Napier Jewellery designs range from geometric to organic shapes and colours. Each design is created individually using a combination of semi-precious stones, silver, gold, pebbles and pearls.
There’s plenty to be explored on the Isles of Scilly and Walk Scilly, between 1st and 7th April, has it all covered. Unfortunately, tickets are limited, so be sure to secure your place soon!
Sally Napier Jewellery is sold through fashion boutiques, design galleries and exhibitions. Sally also works to commission with both private and commercial clients, so why not get in contact, visit her in the studio to see her work, discuss a commission or request a repair. Sally Napier Jewellery is also available to buy online via her website or the Little Piece of Cornwall online shop. Sally is also taking part in ‘Open Studios Cornwall’ in the summer where her studio, which is located near Bude, is open to the public from 30th May until 4th June, 10am to 4pm.
For the full programme of walks, visit www.visitislesofscilly.com/walkscilly
For more information visit www.sallynapier.co.uk or www.littlepieceofcornwall.com
Scilly is a walker’s paradise. It’s uncrowded, known for endless white sandy beaches, crystal clear blue waters and exotic flora and fauna. Walk Scilly is simply the best way of exploring the islands’ spectacular scenery, wildlife and heritage. This year, you can also take a spooky tour through Hugh Town, up to the Star Castle Hotel on St Mary’s, which ends at the hotel’s Dungeon Bar, where more than four centuries ago some of the most notorious prisoners in the country were incarcerated!
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Cover feature
Legend
&lore We delve into Cornwall’s ancient past with a sightseeing tour of some its most iconic and fascinating monuments.
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Felix Rowe
ornwall is steeped in myth and legend, boasting a rich cultural heritage wedded to its landscape, where fact and lore remain indelibly intertwined. Out in the wilds of the far west – where rugged rock meets roaring seas – the landscape is dotted with ancient monuments that hint of a mysterious, enigmatic yet tangible past; one that continues to seep into our lives, with customs and rituals that remain alive today. Many of Cornwall’s most celebrated and long-held traditions and festivities hark back to earlier times, seeking to draw a line from our ancestors to the present, while morphing, evolving and integrating other trappings along the way to create a novel and uniquely Cornish identity of their own.
“Cornwall is full of places where people can access the ancient past,” says Peter Hewitt, of the Museum of Witchcraft and Magic. “There are hundreds of ancient monuments such as standing stones and chambered cairns which date back thousands of years. The folk customs and lore… may be said to survive in rituals and festivals as well: go to Padstow on May Day, or to the winter festivals in Penzance, or to the Hallowtide festivities in Boscastle.
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“Nowhere in Cornwall is enshrouded in greater mystery and legend than Tintagel Castle…”
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enigmatic places. Today, they make superb days out, perfect places to let the imagination run wild…” Indeed, as we always attest, the best way to learn more about anything is to experience it yourself firsthand. After all, there’s nothing better than exploring the Cornish landscape and coastline with the family, followed by a hearty pub lunch. And there are many examples of all shapes, sizes and origins to be found across the Duchy, should you want to discover more about Cornwall’s fascinating pre-history. Many sites are also free to visit. So, to give you just a little taster, we suggest a few ideas for your own sightseeing tour of Cornwall, from the north coast to the wild moors, to the far west.
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“All these things are conscious interpretations and revivals of an ancient way of being that help people today reconnect with their ancestors, the landscape around them and to alternative ways of seeing the world.” Each monument has its own local traditions too, such as the Neolithic stone circle near St Buryan, affectionately known as the ‘Merry Maidens of Boleigh’, after the 19 maidens who supposedly got turned to stone for dancing on the Sabbath. Two additional stones that look on are ‘the pipers’ who had been accompanying the dancers before trying to make their escape, only to suffer the same fate. So the legend has it, if you stand in the middle of the circle (in a noticeably worn patch) and kiss your loved one, the relationship will last forever. ç MAIN But while legends take root, embellished over Reach out time as they become deeply ingrained in local lore, and touch the the physical monuments themselves are all-too past at Tintagel real. What’s more, you’ll find certain monuments Castle that are almost entirely unique to Cornwall itself. English Heritage’s Matt Bulford, explains the ê INSET allure of these fascinating sites. “Visits to places like Horned God at the Chysauster Ancient Village and Tintagel Castle help Museum of us discover how people lived in Cornwall during Witchcraft parts of our history that remain steeped in and Magic mystery,” Matt explains. “From the courtyard î RIGHT houses at Chysauster – so different to Ancient contemporary villages found elsewhere – to the settlements in the far west little-understood ‘Dark Age’ settlement at Tintagel, Cornwall is blessed with so many unique and of Cornwall
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“Cornwall is blessed with so many unique and enigmatic places… superb days out, perfect to let the imagination run wild…”
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î OPPOSITE Bodmin Moor (main), Merry Maidens (inset top), Labyrinths rock carving (inset bottom)
Bodmin Moor
Stonehenge, in Wiltshire, may be the iconic example that everyone immediately thinks of, but Bodmin Moor, in the very heart of Cornwall, contains 16 identified ancient stone circles. On the edge of the Moor near the village of Minions, you’ll find a particularly intriguing group known as The Hurlers. It’s fairly unique in that the Late Neolithic or Early Bronze Age site is actually made up of three sets of stones. The legend of The Hurlers is almost identical to that of the aforementioned Merry Maidens (complete with its own pair of pipers); the only difference, of course, being that the stone figures who suffered their sorry fate here were local men partaking in the traditional Cornish pastime of hurling. The Hurlers are immortalised in the song by another south west folk legend, celebrated musician Seth Lakeman, with sample lyrics: “Bodies silver, our hearts of stone, we make no shadows, we stand alone.” It is also said that it is impossible to count the number of stones. The Hurlers are free to visit during daylight and there is parking a short walk from the sight. Dogs are welcome on leads, but be mindful of sheep and ponies which graze in and around the area.
Images courtesy of: Visit Cornwall Paul Watts
éî ABOVE & BELOW The ruins of Tintagel Castle hugging the north coast
Arguably nowhere in Cornwall is enshrouded in greater mystery and legend than Tintagel Castle perched ominously on the north coast. A key stronghold in the fifth to seventh centuries, Tintagel was first mooted as the birthplace of the mythical King Arthur, many centuries later, by Geoffrey of Monmouth in his epic 12th century chronicle. While Arthur’s very existence itself remains contested, there is no doubting the very palpable appeal that the legend still commands to this day. Young or simply young at heart, believer or sceptic, surely no one could fail to be impressed by a visit to this ancient ruin hugging the headland. While much still remains unknown about the genuine inhabitants of Tintagel, a visit will reveal some fascinating insights and artistic reconstructions based on historic and archaeological research. (Discover more at www.english-heritage.org.uk) The tour of the ruins is bound to work up an appetite, so a stop at the Beach Café is a must. We’re told the crab sandwiches are worth the trip alone, while the children’s meals come complete with bucket and spade which can then be put to good use on the beach below the castle. Plan your visit carefully and you’ll witness Merlin’s cave, revealed as the tide ebbs. Boscastle’s Museum of Witchcraft and Magic always makes for a fascinating and entirely unique day out. “We are about a ten-minute drive (or a fabulous one-hour coastal walk) from Tintagel,” says Peter Hewitt. “About five minutes drive from the Museum is St Nectan’s Glen and Kieve, an ancient site in woodland that is a living spiritual retreat for many; and not far from here are the Labyrinths – mazes cut into the rock of a wooded valley.” (Plan your trip and discover lots more at www.museumofwitchcraftandmagic.co.uk)
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The Moor is exposed to the Cornish elements, so wrap up warm and head off prepared for all sorts of weather! While in the area, head to nearby Trethevy Quoit, a fine example of a Neolithic ‘dolmen’ burial chamber, near St Cleer, dating from around 3500 to 2500 BC. The huge capstone weighs a whopping 20 tonnes – amazing when you consider that this was moved and positioned without the aid of modern machinery! Finally, complete your trip with a visit to King Doniert’s Stone, fragments of a much later ‘Celtic’ cross dating from the 9th century, commemorating Dungarth, King of the ancient kingdom of Dumnonia, which encompassed Cornwall, Devon and parts of Somerset.
• T he Merry Maidens of Boleigh, near Land’s End
Penwith
The best way to connect with the landscape is to see it for yourself. So, with that in mind, here are just some ancient sites to explore across Cornwall: • S tripple Stones, near Bodmin Moor • L anyon Quoit, near Penzance
• The Hurlers (near Minions) • T rencrom hill forts (near Hayle) • T reryn Dinas and Logan’s Rock, Treen, St Levan, near Porthcurno) • Carn Euny, near Sancreed • C hysauster Ancient Village – great wildlife walks around this area (open from April) • M adron well – ancient well, famed for its healing properties. Although now has a Christian affiliation, is accepted to have much older pagan origins
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• O badiah’s Barrow on Gugh, Isles of Scilly
In Cornwall’s far west, you can’t venture too far without stumbling over an ancient monument or stone circle, like the Merry Maidens, particularly in and around the Penwith peninsula. Many of the sites situated here are completely unique to this very specific part of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Take Tregiffian burial chamber, for example. According to English Heritage, on entrance graves such as this: “Of 93 recorded examples in England, 79 are on the Isles of Scilly, and the remainder are confined to the Penwith peninsula at the western tip of Cornwall.” Chysauster Ancient Village opens to the public at the beginning of April and is definitely one to visit for those looking to connect with the past. Set in stunning, rolling countryside, this well-preserved settlement of stone ‘courtyard houses’ is the perfect place to let off steam and take in the fresh Cornish coastal air. Look out for the ‘fogou’ – a mysterious underground passage, unique to the area, possibly used for storage, shelter or ceremonial purposes. Carn Euny, a short drive away in Sancreed, is another ancient village, occupied in the Iron Age, then abandoned around the end of Roman population. Finish your day by heading into Penzance for some well earned fish and chips on the Promenade, from Fraser’s.
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The Savills Cornwall team are proud to present a selection of properties with strong links to Cornwall’s fascinating past.
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n such a rural, unique and wild county as Cornwall, it is not unusual for residents to feel a connection to their surroundings, whether they are Cornish born and bred or have moved into the area. With monuments dating back to the Iron Age, ancient mines and religious sites, you are never far from Cornwall’s impressive history. Due to Cornwall’s varied past, which includes pirates, smugglers, packet ships and global trade, the diversity seen across properties is remarkable. From harbourside cottages to rural estates, Cornish properties are a striking extension of our heritage. The north coast of Cornwall, while boasting a dramatic landscape, also possesses a fascinating history. Tintagel Castle, steeped in myth and history, offers a fantastic day out filled with imposing stone walls and absorbing legends. Set in the countryside near this exciting coastline lies the charming Lesnewth Parish and with it a most
intriguing property. Tregrylls was built in the 1720s for the Grylls family, although the family has been linked to Lesnewth ever since the 1300s. The small estate with cottages, stone outbuildings and 64 acres of land is at a guide price of £1,650,000. Tregrylls really does command a prominent position in the Parish. On the south coast and nestled within Morval, Cornish for Sea Valley, sits a charming and characterful house on the market for £1,100,000. A beautiful Grade II listed house set in 3.5 acres of gardens, Churchtown has a detached converted forge as well as what is thought to have originally been a blacksmith’s cottage. While the exterior still holds the charm and feel of the original cottages, the interior boasts stunning renovations. Indeed, with the picturesque valley surrounding it and the ancient fishing town of Looe nearby, Churchtown is a tranquil retreat dating back to circa 1860.
ë MAIN Tregrylls nestled in the countryside é INSET The impressive and charming Botrea House
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Property ACROSS CORNWALL
West Cornwall is often referred to as the ‘Wild West’, and it isn’t hard to understand why, as the striking coastline and heathertopped countryside culminate to form a truly staggering landscape peppered with standing stones and historic mining settlements. Tucked away amidst this area of Cornwall sits Botrea House, a rustic and thoroughly charming property with extensive south facing gardens, grounds and woodlands. Botrea House is located close to an ancient cemetery at Botrea. Over the years, this pre-historic site has yielded arrowheads and urns from its traditional burial mounds and barrows. The coastline might be dotted with smuggler’s coves and stories of pirates, but the real treasure is found inland at this stunning property, which is on the market for £850,000. Situated in a conservation area and bordered by the National Trust woodland of Trelissick, Quay Cottage offers a peaceful
and idyllic escape from the real world, at a guide price of £800,000. For a real flavour of the past, head just down the lane to the quay that has been used since the Iron Age, with the current structure dating from the 18th Century. Tin and copper ore would have been loaded up onto trading boats before setting off down river towards Falmouth and the Channel. Quay Cottage offers a completely timeless setting within which to spend your time. You can immerse yourself in the surroundings by paddling along the creek or experience one of Cornwall’s Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty by foot. Either way, this area is not one to be missed.
é TOP Quay Cottage in south Cornwall é ABOVE Churchtown on the south coast
SAVILLS CORNWALL 73 Lemon Street, Truro TR1 2PN 01872 243200 www.savills.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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INFORMATION Curved balcony with lounging/dining area Double bedroom Allocated parking space Stunning sea and valley views Stone’s throw from the beach
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verlooking the beautiful expanse of sand that makes up Watergate Bay sits this standout penthouse apartment. The views over the bay can be enjoyed from the beautifully decked and curved balcony. Just imagine soaking up the last of the summer rays while enjoying some al fresco dining. Looking over the stretching scenery with the sun setting in the distance, it is easy to forget about life for a while and just live in the moment. Through the glass wall of the balcony you will find the immaculate kitchen/dining/ living room, which boasts a fantastic, bright and spacious atmosphere due to the large surrounding windows that look out upon the sprawling views. Walking through to the double bedroom you will find an equally bright space with even more views to the sea, and with underfloor heating you can watch the stormy seas in absolute comfort. The décor throughout offers a simple yet stylish look that perfectly complements the by-the-sea location. The Waves development at Watergate Bay boasts parking, secure telephone entry systems and separate lockable storage areas on the ground floor, which are ideal for storing surfboards and anything else you don’t want cluttering up the pristine apartment. There are also some communal showers, which are perfect for washing
away that pesky sand you bring back after a day at the beach. Watergate Bay itself is a fantastic selling point. The beach, which is ideal for watersports and beach games, is so close you can taste the salt in the air. The area also includes access to the famous Fifteen restaurant, which was introduced to the beachfront by Jamie Oliver and has made Watergate Bay a very sought after location. And what with the watersports, events such as Polo on the Beach, and local attractions, Watergate Bay offers a fantastic, vibrant atmosphere and the small beach community is one of great energy and excitement. All in all, this apartment offers a compact yet elegant place from which to enjoy the dramatic and varied beauty of north Cornwall. Having said that, with the scenery available from the balcony you don’t have to travel anywhere to enjoy this stunning stretch of coast.
The Penthouse, 32 Waves Windsway
ë MAIN Jaw-dropping views across Watergate Bay on the north coast
GUIDE PRICE: £900,000 £370,000
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1 North Quay, Padstow PL28 8AF 01841 532555 sales@jackie-stanley.co.uk www.jackie-stanley.co.uk
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INFORMATION Brand new smart home Five en-suite bedrooms Three floors Cinema room Stunning views over Fowey harbour Heat recovery ventilation system Double garage Landscaped gardens Parking for several cars EPC rating C
Shore Enough The last one of four brand-new smart homes in Polruan, overlooking Fowey harbour.
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inding a property that offers prime location, high spec and sublime views can sometimes feel like a bit of a pipe dream. Even when one does pop up, it’s soon gone – snapped up before you even get so much as a viewing! Shore Enough, designed by a London based architect, is one such property. Situated in a magnificent position overlooking the shimmering harbour of Fowey, Shore Enough puts residents in prime position to enjoy all the watersports, walks and wonders that this beautiful coastal location has to offer. The Daphne Du Maurier Literary Festival, for instance, offers a slice of local culture while the Fowey Royal Regatta is perfect for sailing enthusiasts. Come December and you’ll see the beautiful town light up, just in time for the annual Fowey Christmas Market, one of the county’s largest and most anticipated. This brand new house offers more than 3,500 square feet of space, as well as exceptional views out over Fowey harbour and beyond, which you can enjoy from the wraparound glazed balcony. What’s more, it’s privy to an exceptionally well-planned layout, making it perfect as either a holiday home or a permanent residence. And if you’re not always around to mind the house, not to worry; it comes fitted with app-monitored CCTV control.
It’s also fitted with an app-controlled intruder alarm and computer/app-controlled heating system, making your life incredibly easy. Five en-suite bedrooms – yes five – can be found over the three floors and the master even has its very own dressing room! On the lower ground floor, the kids can entertain themselves in the cinema room and, when the sun’s shining, you can dig the tools out of the garden store, which backs onto the lawn and add your personal touch to the landscaped rear garden. During the summer, the nearby South West Coast Path offers hundreds of miles of sunny walks with dizzying views of the glittering Atlantic and, to round the day off, the external south west facing patio, which runs the width of the house and onto the rear garden is the perfect haunt for balmy-evening barbeques. Just seven miles from Par mainline railway station and 27 miles from Newquay Airport, Shore Enough makes for an easy escape, wherever you’re based. So, to arrange a viewing before it’s snapped up, contact the Rohrs & Rowe team.
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ë MAIN An ultra chic and contemporary waterside bolthole overlooking the beautiful and ever-popular river Fowey
GUIDE PRICE: £1,250,000 PRICE: £900,000 ROHRS & ROWE
01872 306360 www.rohrsandrowe.co.uk info@rohrsandrowe.co.uk
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Vine Cottage A beautiful, four-bedroom home in the countryside near Feock.
INFORMATION Slate flagstone floored reception Four bedrooms Four bath/shower rooms Modern features Stunning country views Landscaped gardens Detached double garage Self-contained studio above garage
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there’s even a pond. Feock is a highly sought after waterside location on the edge of the Carrick Roads. Watersports and a café are available at Loe Beach, where you’ll also find launching and mooring facilities. The gorgeous National Trust house and gardens at nearby Trelissick, as well as miles of footpaths, walks and bridleways mean lots of time can be well spent, exploring the outdoors. What’s more, the Feock community thrives with activities that centre around the village hall and beach. For instance, why not join the local gig club? For families, there are schools nearby at Kea and Devoran while independent schooling is available in Truro. In summary, Vine Cottage would make a perfect new start for a family looking for a country residence so, if that’s what you’re looking for, get in touch with the Clive Pearce team and arrange your viewing, before someone else does!
Vine Cottage
ë MAIN From the outside in, Vine Cottage is a great example of country living
GUIDE PRICE: £725,000 CLIVE PEARCE PROPERTY
31 Lemon Street, Truro TR1 2LS 01872 272622 hello@clivepearceproperty.com www.clivepearceproperty.com
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Boasting a stunning south facing vista, which takes in Praa Sands and the captivating Cornish sea, this deceptively spacious property is a truly picture-perfect home.
INFORMATION Stunning coastal views three/four bedrooms
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é ABOVE Spacious and light living areas
The surrounding area is perfect for experiencing everything Cornwall has to offer. Down on the near-white stretch of sand of Praa Sands beach, you can swim, lounge and surf your summer days away before enjoying a delicious meal or tempting hot chocolate from the Sand Bar, a lovely beachside café and restaurant that really does offer it all. Similarly, you can head into the lovely harbourside town of Porthleven and spend an evening at one of its many fantastic eateries, most of which serve an amazing array of locally caught fish. Really, this exceptional property needs to be seen to be believed, as the culmination of location, design and feel are something to be experienced in person.
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ë MAIN & é INSET An elevated postion ensures a wonderful view of the Cornish sea
GUIDE PRICE: £415,000 MATHER PARTNERSHIP
25 Meneage Street, Helston TR13 8AA 01326 565016 sales@thematherpartnership.co.uk www.thematherpartnership.co.uk
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A beautiful farm cottage on the north coast, with its own four acres and equestrian facilities.
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eace and tranquillity are often hard to come by nowadays, however it is possible to escape the deafening humdrum of every day life, one way being to employ the help of Cornish property agents, Millerson and let them introduce you to some proper, country quietude. Take Trevarrack Cottage, for instance. Tucked away in the little known rural hamlet of Reskadinnick, just a few miles from the north Cornish coast, Trevarrick is a beautifully presented, detached four bedroom farmhouse enjoying around four acres of stunning Cornish countryside, as well as stable facilities, perfect for those who have an interest in equestrian pursuits. It commands far-reaching views stretching out across unspoilt farmland and, with the stunning beaches of Portreath, Gwithian, Hayle and St Ives each within easy access, it truly makes the most of Cornwall’s land and seascapes. Having been extended and improved over the years, Trevarrack now offers spacious and flexible accommodation throughout. On the ground floor, you’ll find a lovely kitchen that’s true to Trevarrack’s farmhouse feel, as well as a separately accessed utility room and formal dining room. Head through the connecting doors of the beautiful snug and settle down in the homely, dual-aspect living room and you can get cosy next to the roaring, open fire.
Also on the ground floor, you’ll find a particularly useful and generously spacious shower room, perfect for when you have guests, as well as a double-glazed conservatory overlooking the rear garden. Open the conservatory door, step out and you’ll find gorgeous, formal gardens to both the front and rear, with plenty of private areas in which to enjoy some al fresco dining in the warmer months. The land also lends itself to those with equestrian needs with its own purpose built stable block consisting of three separate stables, as well as a pony stable and two storage rooms. Add to this a substantial gravel driveway and double, timber garage and you’ll see that Trevarrack Cottage is as functional as it is idyllic. So, if you feel like it’s time to up-sticks and get back in touch with the tranquillity of Cornwall’s stunning rolling countryside, then contact the Millerson team and arrange a viewing today.
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ë MAIN A picture perfect Cornish stone cottage, nestled in rolling countryside
GUIDE PRICE: £900,000 £545,000 MILLERSON
Commercial Street, Camborne TR14 8JX 01209 612255 www.millerson.com
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ornwall is lucky enough to boast a truly enviable array of historical properties and settings, and at Holman Park, you will find a property that holds its own amongst even the top Cornish heritage destinations. Firstly, what a location; just a stone’s throw from the ever-evolving Camborne town centre and only two miles from two of Cornwall’s best beaches, Gwithian and Portreath. Certainly, no one would know six acres of beautiful grounds with 15 aged magnolia trees, a haven of wildlife and gentle lawns exist beyond the old stone walls along Tehidy Road, which was made famous in the old shanty ‘Up Camborne Hill’. Revealing all of this historic home’s secrets is the job of Elizabeth Price, who runs a family team responsible for the restoration of Rosewarne House, which sits majestically in the heart of Holman Park. This Grade II* – mustn’t forget the star! – listed property is a magnificent and rare example of Regency life that exudes elegance in its classical Greek and Egyptian architecture. During the time of mad King George, between 1811-1820, his son the Prince Regent reigned in his place – a flamboyant and extravagant trendsetter. 1795 to 1837 saw the Regency period, which followed on from the Georgian days of what we recognise now as the ‘Poldark’ age.
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Rosewarne was born of this era thanks to a local lad, William Harris, who married into the Rowe family from Helston. He then set about creating an estate of his own – joining the wealthy societies that ventured between their London, Bath and Cornish properties – choosing Camborne to be his home. William only had one daughter, Mary, who was regrettably unlucky in love and married for only a short time. She also had just one child – a son, to whom she fondly gave her father’s name. Sadly, he died without an heir causing the house to eventually change hands. After some years of neglect at the decline of the mining industry, the renowned Holman Brothers bought and restored Rosewarne as their home and the elegant house became well respected again. In 1967 the Holmans gifted the house to the charity SCOPE who, after moving to their new building in 2007, sold Rosewarne to a developer that did nothing with it, and the house became unloved once more. When Holman Park became available for
sale again, Elizabeth fell in love at first sight. With some trepidation, she and her family purchased the estate and began work to restore Rosewarne House in 2013. They are now celebrating the first steps to completing the six grand apartments that will shortly be for sale. Price Properties has invested a good sum in saving this prized Cornish gem and the team are enjoying everything it has to offer along the way! The new homes at Holman Park include the eight apartments (which have all now been sold) that make up the Tree Houses and the four Courtyard Cottages that are available for immediate occupation. Each cottage now for sale has two large bedrooms with ‘chevet’ dormer detail, a galleried stairway with lightwell, an open-plan living/ dining room and a fully fitted and equipped kitchen. The cottages are cleverly designed to incorporate quality period fittings including: double glazed sash windows, traditional gas central heating radiators, solid oak doors and worktops, and other period details such as granite and ironwork features. Later in the year the four classic Stable Cottages, Beech House and the grand apartments of Rosewarne House will be completed, so make sure you keep an eye on the website so that you can watch as this fantastic restoration and development unfurls.
é ABOVE The beautiful Courtyard Cottages, available at a starting price of £205,000 ç INSET Enjoy the idyllic bluebell wood ç LEFT Make the most of a modern kitchen in a traditional setting í BELOW Elizabeth basking in the beauty of Holman Park
HOLMAN PARK Rosewarne, Camborne TR14 8FD 07890 072100 holmanpark@homecornwall.com www.holmanpark.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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he team at Julian Foye always have ears to the ground when it comes to interior style. Indeed, when we recently caught up with them, they informed us that this year’s colour of the year, as announced by Pantone, is greenery, which we’re told is a refreshing and revitalising shade that symbolises new beginnings. According to Pantone, Greenery reflects the flourishing foliage and lushness of the outdoors. In particular, it works well in dining and sitting rooms. The first colour of the year to ever be selected by Pantone was cerulean blue. Even today, it’s a popular choice with the Julian Foye team, who love nothing more than the coastal-inspired. In fact, in Cornwall, with its vast coastline and light-filled properties with white-washed interiors, the coastal look appeals to many. In particular, those who escape the city and spend their downtime relaxing on the coast tend to actively seek out properties in which the décor matches the sand and sea surrounding them. What coastal style does is bring the
ambience of the Cornish outdoors in. cerulean blue, which bridges the gap between azure and sky blue, has calming qualities that make it an ideal foundation on which to base a room’s design. However, similarly to green, if certain shades of blue aren’t used with care, they can create a cold feel. While this isn’t a problem during the summer when the sun beams through the windows, with rental periods extending over the winter and spring months, a cosier décor is often called for. Cerulean blue, when used alongside grey upholstery, can result in a fresh, calming look that’s cosy and inviting, even on the dullest of days. So, if you’re a holiday-homeowner looking to get the most out of your investment, coastal style is certainly something to consider. Recently, the Julian Foye team has been busy visiting furniture shows and ordering the new ranges that’ll feature in the company’s showrooms this year. Modern and natural were two of the main themes during their search
é MAIN Mixing it up with natural greens and creams ê BELOW The use of subtle greys and blues bring a sense of calm to any living space
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and lighter, grey-coloured woods are certain to make an appearance. You can also expect to see more furniture made from reclaimed wood, as well as surfaces that are inspired by nature and built from eco-friendly products. In fact, whatever style, purpose or material you have in mind, when you walk into one of the Julian Foye showrooms, you’re guaranteed to find something to suit your needs. For instance, perhaps you work from home and need a space in which to focus; or you want to make room for the kids to do their homework. If so, incorporating a study area into your home can really pay dividends. It doesn’t have to be an entire room, indeed many who don’t have a room to spare simply choose to devote an area to the cause, with the simple use of a desk and storage unit. There’s a wide range of options to achieve just this in the Julian Foye showrooms, so why not get yourself there and check it out for yourself? Maybe you’re looking for a leather alternative that can stand up to the test of children and pets. If so, Aqua clean upholstery is the perfect solution, as it can be wiped clean with just water – you can even get biro pen stains off! The invisible coating on the fibres of the fabric simply won’t compromise the surface of the fabric, meaning it’ll still provide that cosy feel while giving you the peace of mind you need when investing in a beautiful new piece of furniture. One of the most – if not the most – important pieces of furniture you’ll ever invest in is your bed. This is where you find sanctuary after a busy day and, often, is one of the only places you can get some true peace and quiet. Julian Foye specialises in supplying pocket-sprung beds with natural fillings. So,
visit the showroom and try beds that have been sourced from many options to provide the best in comfort and value. With independently working springs, your new mattress will conform and adjust to your body contours, allowing you a restful sleep, every night. For in-depth advice on your interior scheme, just pop in for a free consultation with one of Julian Foye’s designers and create your fresh start.
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é TOP Combining straight lines and natural wood for a ‘60s feel with a contemporary twist é ABOVE Printed fabrics in restful greens presage the coming of spring
Showrooms in Truro, St Austell, Wadebridge & Hayle 01872 222226 www.julianfoye.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Decked to the nines T Achieve your dream garden with a visit to Woodstock Hardwood Flooring.
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Annie Cowen
he first month of spring is here and with it comes the promise of lighter evenings, warmer days and time spent enjoying the fresh Cornish air. Of course, you don’t have to venture onto the windy cliffs in order to make the most of a beautiful day. With a well-crafted deck in your garden, you can watch the hours of the day float serenely past as you relax and unwind in your personal garden paradise. Modern decking often consists of various timbers and composite materials. As Cornwall’s hardwood specialist, Woodstock deals primarily in hardwood decking, though composite products containing no wood at all are becoming increasingly popular. While the team at Woodstock are known for high-end joinery and furniture crafting using regular timber, they have decided to go with something a little different for the decking. Opting for dense, tropical, oily timbers with exotic names such as Yellow Balau, Massaranduba and Ipe, they ensure the decking is extremely durable and ideally suited for an outdoor environment. Most hardwood decking is available in three profiles: reeded with small ridges to aid drainage in wet weather, grooved or castellated with wide ridges, or simply smooth with hidden fastenings, eliminating unsightly screws and making for an immaculate finish.
For a company whose main focus has always been timber, it came as a mild surprise that Woodstock decided to stock composite decking. But when asked a very simple answer was given: the quality and finish impressed the team so much that they just couldn’t resist! The materials used for these are moulded from oak floorboards and are available in a number of colour schemes from lined oak to charred black. They can even be installed to create the illusion that your decking flows seamlessly from your interior and out into your garden. Of course, one of the main advantages of using composite materials is the lack of maintenance required to keep them looking new. All you need is a little scrub here and there with some soapy water and you will have a perfectly kept deck. Or, if you want to go the extra mile with your deck then you can pick up all of your oils and maintenance products from Woodstock, which will help to keep it in tip-top shape so that every day spent outside on your decking is a memorable one.
ë ABOVE Give your outdoor space the ‘wow’ factor with the stunning decking options from Woodstock Hardwood Flooring
WOODSTOCK HARDWOOD FLOORING Bickland Business Centre, Tregoniggie Industrial Estate, Bickland Water Road, Falmouth TR11 4RS 01326 370020 www.wood-stock.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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e recently caught up with interior design expert from Inspirational Interiors, Sue Clark, who gave us the lowdown on current home trends. Sue always has her finger firmly on the pulse when it comes to home interiors and we managed to catch her again this month, this time discussing the breadth of products and services that Inspirational Interiors has to offer. Hot in the Inspirational Interiors range at the moment is a range of designer curtains and blinds. We all know how much of a difference the right soft furnishings can make to our homes. In fact, choosing the right curtains or blinds is just as important
as laying the right carpet or flooring. Always popular with Sue and the team, Harlequin Fabrics holds quite a presence in the Inspirational Interiors shop floor, as does Metropole, the innovative, decorative curtain pole supplier. With a catalogue boasting products ranging from the simply stylish to the motor operated, all enjoying exquisite attention to detail, your interior could certainly benefit from using Silent Gliss Metropole system. In a range of sizes and finishes, this can even be supplied with the incredible Silent Glass Wave Curtain Heading System, a contemporary alternative to traditional heading styles that has revolutionised the perception of curtains in modern interiors.
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ç MAIN Speak to Sue and let her help you add that personal touch to your interior
“Choosing the right curtains or blinds is just as important as laying the right carpet or flooring”
ç LEFT FInish your new look and make it all pop with a new rug
é ABOVE Add more than a little drama with some gorgeous wallpapers
There are other options to choose from as well, such as the Z-LiteTM Roller blinds, which provide exceptional light control, combining sheer and opaque fabrics in one blind to achieve a stunning, eye-catching effect. You’ll also find Perfect Fit blinds, which are perfect for conservatories and doors. Available in an entire range of pleated fabric, roller and venetian-styles, with white, brown, anthracite or golden oak frames, Perfect Fit blinds sit in their own patented frame, clicking in between the beading and glass of a uPVC window without any drilling or screws. These blinds have no cords, making them a brilliant, child-safe solution and a great addition to conservatories, tilt and turn skylight windows and doors.
ê BELOW The incredible range of shutters and blinds can make a huge difference to the light of your interior
While some of you may be looking to completely revitalise your interior from the ground up, others may simply wish to add an extra touch or two to make their current colour schemes pop. How about a new rug? Or, perhaps you’d like to accompany your designer upholstery with matching cushions, rather than a mismatch of those that simply look out of place. With options to match all styles and tastes; whatever your home interior plans, Inspirational Interiors can accommodate your needs. Sue, who has a passion for all things interior design, loves guiding clients through every step of their home project, from inspiration to installation. At any point of the process, if you’re faced with a crisis of confidence or simply need an expert opinion, she’ll be there to take your hand and guide you. So, if your interior could do with some TLC but you’re not sure you’ve got what it takes to do it alone, seek the safe hands of Sue and let her do the hard work for you.
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01637 854800 info@inspirationalinteriors.com www.inspirationalinteriors.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Passion and tradition flow through every expert piece of craftsmanship in the Good Life Joinery workshop. and belief shines through the final product. A product made on a robotic production line just does not have the same feel.” Stuart also encourages potential customers to visit previous jobs, explaining that “quite often, the thing that sets us apart from our competitors is much more obvious when you can get up close. Not only do you see the level of detail and craftsmanship that’s gone into the piece, the client can also find out first hand how we will work with them; relationships with our clients are very important to us.” To see Stuart and his team, visit the Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Show at the Royal Cornwall Showground in Wadebridge, on 29th and 30th April. Or, if you can’t wait to get in touch, give them a call or drop them an email to arrange a visit to the workshop. They’re always welcoming and keen to discuss new projects.
ë MAIN The beauty is in the simplicity é ABOVE Expert craftsmanship and exquisite attention to detail
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ood Life Joinery, since moving to a new workshop last year, has gone from strength to strength. We caught up with the founder of this successful oak framing and joinery firm, Stuart Bowman-Harris, at his busy workshop just outside Camelford. There’s clearly a mix of modern and traditional styles being crafted with the items on the workshop bench. Currently being made was a sleek kitchen with stainless steel worktops, a very large oak staircase and a painted bookcase and cupboard unit. Intrigued to know what inspires the team, we asked Stuart, who explained: “I believe the main ingredient in good design is simplicity. The first thing I ask before designing an item, whether it’s a large oak-framed garden room or a piece of furniture, is how the customer wants to use it. “I have a small, very experienced workforce and we all agree with the principle that form follows function. Also, we’re all absolutely passionate about what we’re doing – we love wood and making things out of it. Whatever it is that a craftsperson makes, if they love what they’re doing and believe in it, their love
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Oak Ridge Natural Build is an undisputed expert when it comes to preserving and restoring traditional buildings in Cornwall.
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ornwall is famed for its countless structures built with the use of traditional materials and methods. In fact, one of the things that inspires so many to relocate here is the dream of owning a traditional Cornish house or cottage. What’s more, as this month’s cover feature highlights, there are plenty of historical structures dotted around our landscape, yet maintaining them and keeping them present for us all to appreciate is no mean feat. The team at Oak Ridge Natural Build are incredibly passionate about keeping these remains very much intact. Through the use of traditional craftsmanship and techniques, they’re able to build and restore homes and landmarks that fit into the natural elegance of the surrounding landscape. Indeed, the company’s experts specialise in both traditional and contemporary builds and the range of services that they can offer is so vast that, whatever your building needs, you can almost guarantee they’ll be catered to. The Oak Ridge force has swathes of experience in working on buildings with historical significance, many of which are
Grade Listed. Crucially, they understand the importance of how the properties look, which is why, before a project begins, they plan everything meticulously to ensure that, while the building is preserved, its unique character is maintained. A great example of this is the recent restoration of Hayle Railway Bridge. After being approached by Hayle Town Council to repair, restore and repoint the oldest standard gauge bridge in Cornwall, the team took on the project under the careful eye of English Heritage. Built in 1837 and unmodified since 1852, the structure is so highly regarded that it’s been classed as a Scheduled Ancient Monument. The stonework of this particular structure had been eroded and, in some cases, fallen away completely. To begin, the team went about finding local, reclaimed stone that matched that which had been used so many years ago. Eventually, through the use of lime pointing, they were able to restore the bridge to a precise standard. Hayle Bridge is but one example of the work Oak Ridge does. In fact, domestic projects make up a great deal of the team’s
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day-to-day work. For instance, they recently undertook a project in Helston to restore a cob cottage that, as is the case with many properties of its age, had been subject to water penetration over a long period of time. An impressive display of what the team is capable of, the job included removing the top, external half of the gable in order to access the original cob. The team also uncovered the original fireplace and, on discovering that the lintel had a crack in it, were able to support and replace it. In the living room, the original rendering was removed and replaced with lime putty rendering which, being more pliable than standard, hydraulic lime, allows for easier shaping and rounding off, perfect for achieving and preserving that traditional, Cornish-cob look. Something that the Oak Ridge team regularly find is that the traditional build of houses in Cornwall, while aesthetically pleasing and tough as old boots, has the tendency to allow for serious damp. This becomes especially clear when more conventional methods are used to restore or upgrade them, such as concrete flooring.
Fortunately, they specialise in limecrete flooring. With no damp proof membrane, limecrete is able to breathe freely with the rest of the building. The problem is, digging into the floor can be a troublesome task and, on one particular job back in 2015, they unearthed a piece of granite that weighed a staggering one and a half tonnes! Duncan Ridge, owner of Oak Ridge explains: “When we discovered the enormous piece of granite, we really had no choice other than to dig it up with some good, old fashioned hard work!” Indeed, everything else aside, that’s what the Oak Ridge Natural Build ethos boils down to – hard work and perseverance. So, if your home is of traditional build and could do with some maintenance in a way that retains and protects its historical uniqueness and individuality, you know who to call.
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r o f l l a f o t The Carpet Connection team can help you transform the look of your home.
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“Interest in LVT has increased dramatically over the past couple of years”
ue to its easy maintenance and visual appeal, the popularity of luxury vinyl tiles – or LVT – has significantly increased over the last couple of years. With a resistance to scratching, stains and scuffs, LVT is a robust alternative to sheet vinyl and wooden flooring, and a worthy option when it comes to choosing the right floor for a bustling household. Kevin Williams from Carpet Connection in Helston explains: “Interest in LVT has increased dramatically over the past couple of years. During this time, it’s also become more accessible – it used to be regarded as one of the more expensive options, but manufacturers seem to have recognised this. Now, it’s much more widely available and significantly more affordable, while still retaining all the benefits that have always made it so desirable.” In response to this recent demand, Carpet Connection now stocks LVT from a number of manufacturers, including LG, Tarkett and Lifestyle. What’s more, this multipurpose material, which is laid as individual planks and tiles, is available in a variety of colours and styles, meaning you can create and customise your floor in a way that’s completely unique to you.
As with all work carried out by the Carpet Connection team, the whole job can be taken care of for you, from start to finish. Free measures and estimates can be carried out and samples are available to take away and view at home. Once you’ve chosen the look that best suits you, installation is taken care of by Carpet Connection’s own employed fitters and is also guaranteed for a year. To complement your new flooring, the Helston based store also stocks a wide selection of rugs, perfect for completing your new look. Alternatively, if you prefer something a little softer underfoot, Carpet Connection also supplies and fits carpets from a number of leading manufacturers such as Axminster, Brockway, Brintons and Ulster. So, to see how the team can help you realise an underfoot feeling that’s fresh, functional and hassle-free, get yourself to Carpet Connection.
ë ABOVE Instantly transform your home with a stunning LVT floor from Carpet Connection
CARPET CONNECTION 4A Water-Ma-Trout, Helston TR13 0LW 01326 573003 www.carpet-connection.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Bring back your wooden floor’s original, former glory with Strippers Flooring.
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“Stripping wooden floors requires the right attitude. To do it properly, it simply can’t be rushed.”
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he year 2017 marks the 20th anniversary for Strippers, the wooden flooring restoration company, and it celebrated with last year being its busiest ever. Strippers Flooring has come a long way since it first established itself in Bedfordshire. Having moved to Cornwall in 2001, the company has seen many fashions and trends as they appear, change and disappear again over the years. We spoke to Andrew Biss, owner of Strippers Flooring, about growing trends. He told us: “Over the last two decades, there has been a consistent move towards wooden floors, both new and refurbished. With more energy efficient heating and glazing technologies available to manufacturers, many of the old reasons for not having wooden floors are now invalid! “Of course, this ties in with what is, essentially, a global trend – the growing desire among consumers for a more natural look and lower sheen levels and paradoxically also an increase in bespoke staining and ‘colour wash’ products. These days, virtually all products used to finish floors now have extremely low VOCs (volatile organic compounds, or gasses emitted from certain gasses or liquids) and meet the highest European standards.” Over the years, Strippers Flooring has
established itself as the county’s leading flooring restoration company and was the first in Cornwall to receive recognition from the Which? Trusted Trader scheme, the most respected scheme with the strictest standards and ongoing monitoring. Andrew still keeps himself very much at the forefront of what Strippers Flooring does, refusing to take back step. “I still only ever diary in one job at a time and pay the utmost respect to a client’s home. The logistics involved in refurbishing floors can be substantial and its vital to stick to the timetables set with the clients. It’s still me that does all the work – I never subcontract it – and, as I always have, I take a methodical and detailed approach to all of my work, advising on the the most suitable finishes based on the planned usage and future maintenance.” So, what is it that Strippers Flooring can offer you? Whether your style is traditional or contemporary, wooden flooring is totally adaptable, depending on your choice of furniture, meaning there’s always a style to suit your home. What’s more, if like many older houses in Cornwall, yours is hiding a beautiful and original wooden floor, you can completely change and refresh your home décor
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by simply ripping up the carpet and letting Andrew apply his methodical approach. “Restoring wooden floors requires the right attitude. To do it properly, it simply can’t be rushed.” Many underestimate the work involved in sanding a floor, which is why Andrew, with over 20 years’ experience, is equipped with the best, professional tools; two of his main sanding machines cost more than your average car! Even if some boards are beyond repair, he assures us that there’s usually a creative solution, such as utilising timbers from elsewhere in the property or sourcing reclaimed timber. Finally, using only the best commercial grade floor finishes from the most respected manufacturers, the final touches to your floorboards will leave them looking their best n Before
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for much, much longer and invariably add value to your property. Over the years, Andrew has helped bring floors back to life throughout Cornwall, including homes, hotels, restaurants and museums. So, if you’d like to bring a tired or original old wooden floor back to life or you’d simply like to find out more about wood flooring renovation and how having it in your own home could transform your home décor, contact Andrew!
ç LEFT TO RIGHT Whatever the style and state of your flooring, Andrew has both the expertise and the right tools for the job, so you know you’re in safe hands
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e g d e l w o n k The team at Uneeka share their two top tips for a home that’s on trend and warm, whatever the season.
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Layer up with texture “2017 is all about mixing patterns and textures to create depth, which is great news for those who need a home that’s as practical as it is beautiful. Blankets and throws will keep you warm when the nights are cold and double up as picnic blankets in the summer months! This year, more is definitely more and you can add extra texture with knitted cushions; go bold – and on trend – with a rich blue, or choose more muted tones to complement your existing colour scheme.”
“The bravest of us will layer cushions and throws on furniture items such as this incredible sofa. It’s a real statement piece that’s got all of us at the home store falling in love.”
Be innovative with colour “As the stylists among you will know, the colour of 2017 is ‘greenery’. Pantone’s Colour of the Year will be appearing in paint tins and on wallpaper, countrywide, but at Uneeka, we like to find more innovative ways to work a little greenery into our homes. Saris and fabric can be hung from the wall for a more temporary and stylish take on the trend and you can pair them with filament bulbs for a warm glow at any time of year. Or, if you’re worried that wall hangings might make a small room seem dark, a mirror hung opposite a window will reflect light, making your space seem even bigger!” So, with a professional team that’s happy to help find that unique style for your home, where else but Uneeka?
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The Mid Cornwall Landscaping professionals create incredible outdoor spaces that will be enjoyed for years to come.
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hose of you who regularly pick up a copy of Cornwall Living may remember Mid Cornwall Landscaping, the landscaping specialists who provide fresh and contemporary spaces for families, residents and patients to enjoy. At the core of this impressive company’s ethos is a desire to manage projects that are as aesthetically pleasing as they are effective in bettering the lives of those facing ill health and adversity. By employing a blend of home-style gardening and commercial landscaping, the team, to date, has managed some of the most undeniably impressive and functional spaces, improving the lives of those most in need across Cornwall. During more than 30 years of business, Mid Cornwall has provided full design and build services for a number of healthcare projects, such as the outdoor space at Cornwall Care’s Mountford residence which we covered last year. After being approached by one of the home’s nurses with initial ideas to create the space, the Mid Cornwall team was able to draw up the designs and tailor the area
to those living there. The final result was a sensory garden, tearoom and greenhouse in which residents can now grow their own things. Manager Director at Mid Cornwall, Jacques Egbers explains: “We went for a fairly contemporary look, with lots of grass and routes for easy access for all residents at Mountford. The transformation took place over a six-week period and it was a pleasure for all of those involved. “Indeed, it was an honour for myself and Chris Plant to be invited back for the garden’s opening. The positive feedback was just astounding and to see how much the residents value the space is incredibly satisfying.” Another fine example of the team’s invaluable work can be found at The Cove, at Treliske Hospital. This purpose-built, Macmillan Cancer Support Centre is dedicated to offering a breadth of information and support to anyone living with or affected by cancer. For this one, the team provided a basic landscaping package to help bring the idea to life, providing the necessary expertise to seed, turf and help add the finishing touches to the project.
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“The positive feedback was just astounding and to see how much the residents value the space is incredibly satisfying”
ê BELOW Fletcher Ward’s recreational area
It’s clear then, that the team at Mid Cornwall Landscaping are no strangers to charitable work, so it’ll come as no surprise that to celebrate its 30th anniversary, the team donated 30 trees, planting them at schools, care homes and community based projects across Cornwall in order to promote sustainability. Happy birthday! More recently, the team were involved in rejuvenating the recreational area for Bodmin Hospital’s acute psychiatric admissions unit. The project, which the team won after being invited to tender for, involved transforming a bland outdoor space that offered no real functionality into an area that would greatly benefit those attending Fletcher ward. After coming up with the initial designs as well as the plans for realising them, the team set to work on their vision of combining recreation with relaxation. Upon completion (a week ahead of schedule!), the once bland outdoor area had been reborn as a bustling hub of communal outdoor activity.
Now, a rubber crumb playing surface with table tennis and an activities court provide an outlet for the more energetic residents, while well-thought-out seating and footpaths allow plenty of room for those who just want to get outside for a breath of air. What’s more, the calming-colour scheme in which the area was finished now plays an active role in alleviating mental stress and illness, showing once more that, down to the last detail, the Mid Cornwall team are experts in their field. So, if you know of a space that needs the magic touch of an ethical and professional landscaping team, why not get in touch? With Mid Cornwall Landscaping, your project is always in safe hands.
é MAIN The calming colour scheme of Fletcher Ward’s recreational area helps alleviate mental stress and illness
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What’s cooking? Convert your oil- or gas-fired range cooker so that it runs cheaper on electricity, complete with independent hobs.
as post-Second World War models, the conversions will mean that the hobs work independently. This means that you can fry, boil, simmer and steam, all on different hobs while cooking a roast in the oven, just as you would with an electric oven. Indeed, cooking has never been easier as the heat-up times are also vastly improved while you gain more control of the heat levels. If your range cooker heats the hot water for your home, either an immersion will be needed or the hot water cylinder should be plumbed into the central heating boiler. In either instance, the team at Cornish Cooker Conversions can advise you on the best course of action. Thanks to advances in technology you can now control your range cooker through an app on your phone, which means you can turn it on and off, even when hundreds of miles from home! It’s perfect for those who want to spend more time enjoying Cornish life by the sea and less time beholden to the kitchen.
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“The team over at Cornish Cooker Conversions pride themselves on their ability to enable you to reduce the running costs of your muchloved range cooker by up to 80% by converting it to electricity”
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ith a classic design and perfected ease of use, there is nothing quite like cooking on a range cooker. Unfortunately, the running costs of these kitchen staples are often quite high and can taint an otherwise wonderful appliance. The team over at Cornish Cooker Conversions pride themselves on their ability to reduce the running costs of your much-loved range cooker by up to 80% by converting it to electric. This ensures you keep the centrepiece of your kitchen without parting with copious amounts of your hard-earned money, which could be spent on other home improvements or even a lovely holiday! The expert engineers at Cornish Cooker Conversions radically re-engineer the inner construction of your range cooker on site, while greatly improving the functionality. “We know that many range cookers are very expensive to run, but to replace them is a huge investment,” says Cornish Cooker Conversions’ Elizabeth Jackson. “But with some clever engineering on our part we are able to increase operational flexibility, ensure your cooker is fume-free and reduce the burden of servicing, all in addition to the opportunity to make big savings in fuel costs.” Working for oil, gas, 30 amp, 13 amp and solid fuel range cookers from as far back
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Lifestyle
Style & substance Introducing Martyn and Matthew of Rohrs & Rowe, an innovative new Cornish estate agency business that dares to do things differently. words by:
Felix Rowe
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hen we heard about a brand new estate agency promising to shake things up, we were naturally keen to discover more. Shunning the traditional ‘bricks and mortar’ approach, Rohrs & Rowe, the brainchild of Martyn Rohrs and Matthew Rowe, is an exciting, innovative new hybrid, taking the best bits from the high street – experience, local knowledge, industry clout and a personalised service – and combining these with technology and social marketing, to create a dynamic, bespoke offering, better suited to today’s buying habits. Indeed, within only a few minutes of chatting, it becomes clear that Martyn and Matthew are not simply in the business of selling houses. Fundamentally, their entire ethos is geared towards facilitating a lifestyle; sharing their love of Cornwall with likeminded people – discerning buyers, perhaps making the move here in search of a slower pace of life and the greater opportunity for play.
“Lifestyle is so important, yet so often overlooked when considering a property,” explains Matthew. “Of course, things are a bit different here in Cornwall. People come here for the opportunities it presents. In a way, the house is almost secondary – obviously, the right house is essential but, crucially, it’s also about what that house enables you to do.” “We’re trying to shine a light on the bigger picture,” adds Martyn. “Cornwall has its own unique identity, just waiting to be discovered. What’s more, today you can still remain connected to the city yet enjoy the unique lifestyle that Cornwall affords.” Both originally from Cornwall, Martyn and Matthew share a collective 40 years’ experience in high-end estate agency, in and out of county. Martyn’s experience includes a five-year stint in the London and Surrey market, selling some of the Home Counties’ most exclusive houses, building some excellent contacts and a firm understanding of discerning buyers’ needs. They quickly bonded
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ë ABOVE For Rohrs and Rowe, their business is all about promoting the unique lifestyle that Cornwall affords
over a shared belief in a better way of doing things. Martyn picks up the story: “We loved working for others, but feel we can offer a modern, tailored, multi-channel approach, that recognises people’s evolving shopping habits and harnesses technology effectively.” “We have always had a burning desire to do this ourselves,” continues Matthew. “It’s about doing what we love, in a location we love, and trying to do it better than everyone else.” A key tenet is finding novel ways of presenting a property in order to attract buyers, perhaps when traditional approaches adopted by others haven’t translated to sales; targetting the right buyers effectively, and creating a narrative that connects on a personal level. Put simply: “Adding some drama – that’s what we do.” Martyn and Matthew recognise the powerful simplicity of visual impact, utilising mesmerising drone footage to capture a property’s essence, combining this with social media to generate interest. “It’s a much more emotive, immersive experience compared with static photographs,” says Matthew. “It’s a very honest way of doing it, but dramatic too – it creates an emotional attachment to the property.” While R&R has some truly impressive ‘wow’ properties on its books, you’ll find stunning homes to suit a range of budgets from around £350,000 upwards. The key differential is individuality; it’s not so much price but the opportunity and exclusivity the home presents
that matters. As long as the property (or land) is distinctive, then R&R can add saleability, and hence value – whether a tiny stone cottage in a jaw-dropping setting or a contemporary waterside apartment. The company’s personal touch draws upon Martyn and Matthew’s sincere love of the county they are clearly proud to call home. “We love Cornwall intimately.” They can endorse the lifestyle wholeheartedly because it is one that they know themselves well. Martyn is an avid golfer, often found on the greens of Trevose and St Enodoc, and also enjoys open sea swims. Matthew, meanwhile, is a keen cyclist, and enjoys fishing and watersports with the family, as well as running the South West Coast Path. What comes across most from Martyn and Matthew is a genuine love of what they do, coupled with a quiet confidence in their ethos. The belief appears to be paying off; since they officially began trading in late September last year, they have already agreed sales up to the value of around £10 million. So if you’re contemplating selling, or you currently have your house on the market and you aren’t happy with its progress, why not pick up the phone and have a chat.
é ABOVE Martyn Rohrs and Matthew Rowe
“It’s about doing what we love, in a location we love, and trying to do it better than everyone else”
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With the cold still very much in play, we look at the wonderfully sustainable air source heat pumps offered by GreenGenUK. After all, a cosy home is a happy home.
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ornwall is littered with off-gas areas. People living within these areas are forced to heat their homes through more expensive and inconvenient means – until now. Air source heat pumps convert energy stored within the air into usable heat to supply heating and hot water to a property in an environmentally friendly, cost-effective manner. The result is a heating solution perfect for replacing any oil, LPG or direct electric alternative. A great example can be seen in Mr F’s 5kW Mitsubishi Ecodan installation in The Lizard. Mr F was looking for a way to reduce the running costs of his home while increasing his living comfort. By opting for an air source heat pump, he now experiences an enviable array of benefits. Replacing the property’s night storage heaters with a heat pump and wet central heating system means Mr F now pays 35% less on his annual heating bills, amounting to a £300 annual saving! Heat pumps harvest heat in the air, compress it and upgrade it to usable heat in our homes. Because of this, air source heat pumps emit over three units of heat for every one unit of electricity consumed, resulting in lowered bills. Customers installing air source heat pumps through an MCS accredited company are eligible for incentive through the government’s Renewable Heat
Incentive. Based on the heat demand of the property and efficiency of their system, Mr F will receive £750 a year through the RHI scheme and total incentive amassing £5,500. Heat pumps provide continuous heat over extended periods of time, ensuring a constant temperature within the property. Effectively, a heat pump maintains internal temperature despite external drops. As such, homes should always be at the ideal temperature. Furthermore, this helps to eradicate issues of damp, particularly in older buildings. Finally, opting for a renewable heating solution will see the customer’s carbon emissions significantly reduced! GreenGenUK is amongst Cornwall’s leading suppliers of renewable heating, specialising in the bespoke design and installation of domestic systems, providing free surveys and offering guidance throughout the south west. So if you feel that you could benefit from a smart new heat pump, give the friendly team a call and see if it is the heat solution for you.
é ABOVE Air source heat pumps – an environmentally friendly and cost-effective way to heat your home
GREENGENUK Unit B, Ruston House, Wheal Vrose Business Park, Helston TR13 0FG 01326 564513 www.greengenuk.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Pick of the Orchard Inject some life back into your home with a range of windows and doors from Orchard Windows.
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e know that windows are endlessly important features of our home. So when it comes to updating them it is important to make the right choice. This is made infinitely easier when going to a company that has accumulated an array of knowledge and boasts a friendly and approachable staff. Orchard Windows, which is run by Managing Director Andrew Chaney, offers just that. Having been in business for over 15 years, Orchard has amassed a significant amount of technological know how, which will help you to make the best decision possible with regards to your property. Orchard Windows utilises leading industry suppliers to find superior products, while ensuring best value for money is maintained, given the quality of the products. If you want to see these fantastic ranges in action you can head down to the fully fitted showroom in Tavistock, where you will find an array of displays as well as a collection of friendly and experienced staff who are there to answer any questions you might have. The team can then arrange a visit to your property in order to provide a free written quotation. The range really is impressive, with a product to fit every style and taste and expertly fitted to ensure lasting quality. The products available range from timber and timber alternative to aluminium and energy efficient PVCu, which are supplied by
Timber Windows, Evolution, Masterframe, Warmcore, Orchard Eco Friendly Liniar, Doorstop Composite Doors, Granada Secondary Glazing, Spectra Conservatories and supaLite Solid Roof Products. Occasionally, you can find some offers and savings at Orchard as the suppliers provide reductions that are then passed on directly to the customers. While this normally happens twice a year, at the moment you can find 10% off all installations! For more information just visit Orchard’s website or Facebook page; you could even win a bottle of champagne, perfect for toasting your new windows! Orchard Windows really is a customer-led company, which prides itself on providing an excellent service and ensuring you are left with the perfect installation and high thoughts of the Orchard’s team. Of course, high-quality installations are not the only thing on offer. They provide quick and painless repairs on existing windows as well as creating that perfect conservatory; why not add an orangery to your property and feel the fruity benefits of the superb extra space?
ë MAIN Pay a visit to the fully fitted showroom in Tavistock é ABOVE Whatever your colour and style needs, Orchard Windows can cater to them
ORCHARD WINDOWS
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We catch up with Stylehome, one of Cornwall’s leading luxury interior retailers, to find out what’s available in the fabulous world of home décor.
“Stylehome is the proud authorised retailer for the manufacturers of the original Eames range of dining and lounge chairs”
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tyling your home can be an endless source of fun, but traipsing around multiple showrooms and stockists trying to find that perfect piece can be infuriating. Luckily, Stylehome offers a fantastic range of popular brands that can be viewed either in store or on its fabulous new website, which launched recently. The website boasts a fresh new look that captures the signature style of the company. It is packed with information and images of the products and services on offer so makes for an ideal, stress-free shopping experience. Indeed, the range of brands and products on offer is truly impressive and creates the ultimate assortment of choice. Regardless of your styling needs, Stylehome will have something for you. If it is beautifully crafted pieces of furniture you are in the market for then Stylehome is the local stockist of many, including Designers Guild, a leading fabric brand that provides absolutely stunning ê BELOW Stylish and iconic Eames side chairs
pieces of furniture that offer timeless and high-quality additions to your home. Or perhaps you wish to keep out the outside world while maintaining your inherent sense of style? As the inspiration dealer for Cornwall, Stylehome offers the full range of Luxaflex models, including the amazing new battery powered and smartphone controllable motorised blind system. Opening and closing your blinds manually is a thing of the past with this attractive and intuitive collection. Of course, no room is complete without the perfectly designed rug to accent the décor. With Alternate Flooring, you can use the ‘make me a rug’ service that offers great value on bespoke made rugs with your choice of size, border style and colour; what could be easier! This January saw the end of unauthorised replica designer furniture sales in the UK. Luckily, Stylehome is the proud authorised retailer for the manufacturers of the original Eames range of dining and lounge chairs and have organised some special offers so that you can afford to buy the fabulous real thing. Forget faking it till you’ve made it, it’s time to treat yourself to the genuine article! Whether updating a room with a few final touches or completely decorating your lovely home, check out the full range at Stylehome, both in store and online, and find your inspiration. The friendly staff can help you find what you are looking for or you can browse until that standout piece catches your eye and heart.
ë MAIN The retro chic lounge chair and ottoman é ABOVE Beautiful and functional – Powerview blinds from Luxaflex
STYLEHOME Unit 14, Threemilestone Industrial Estate, Threemilestone Truro TR4 9LD 01872 560500 www.stylehome.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Rodda and Hocking can help add value to your home and conservatory, with state-of-the-art roof technology.
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conservatory is a wonderful way in which to get the most out of your property and its surroundings, especially in Cornwall. Whether it’s sleepy, summer afternoons spent dozing or evenings spent sheltering from an Atlantic storm and playing cards, time beneath the roof of a conservatory is always well spent. Unfortunately, issues such as heat loss can spoil the dream for some, particularly when the energy bill comes through! Rodda and Hocking, the trusted Cornish suppliers of conservatories, double-glazing, orangeries and doors are experts when it comes to reaching your conservatory’s potential, promising to help you achieve a conservatory that’s both a pleasure to spend time in and cost-efficient, often adding significant value to your home. For instance, by helping you choose thermal, energy-efficient roofing made from the latest glass technology, the team can help save you money by stemming excessive heat loss. In fact, by using Planiterm Total Plus with argon gas, they can offer you up to three times more insulation than double-glazing. Perhaps, as is often the case, you’ve found that your existing roof makes the room freezing in the winter and sweltering in the summer. If so, then consider the new Guardian™ Roof system. This patented technology from Guardian Roof South West – a part of the Rodda and Hocking Group – promises to eradicate these seasonal drawbacks, making you comfortable, whatever the weather. What’s more, it only takes a few days to install, so it’s hardly an inconvenience, either! So, if you’d like to see how you can improve your conservatory and add value to your home, contact the Rodda and Hocking team.
é ABOVE What better place to sit with a coffee, overlooking the garden ê BELOW A conservatory is a great place in which to catch up with friends or simply watch the world go by
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We might not be able to walk on sunshine but we can walk on beautiful, stylish and ever so comfortable floors. Head down to Westwood-Frame’s Falmouth store and find the finishing touch your room has been missing.
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f you want to refresh a room nowadays all you need to do is update your floor, and perhaps add a splash of style with a set of new blinds. By popping down to WestwoodFrame Carpets in Falmouth and talking to the friendly and knowledgeable staff you could find the perfect finishing touch to your home. As leading specialists in flooring and blinds, Westwood-Frame offers a fantastic variety of samples for home and business. The team also understands that choosing is a very personal process, so they don’t go in for the hard sell; instead they leave you time to browse and feel comfortable while choosing. This independent family business has been offering advice and imaginative ideas since 1967. Current owner Tom Fogarty is the fourth generation in the carpet trade and believes that there’s still a place on the high street for small independent retailers who are dedicated to tailoring the service to the customer’s individual needs. The Falmouth showroom boasts an impressively diverse selection of flooring. From specialist floor coverings such as Karndean and Unnatural Flooring, to natural fibre products such as coir and sisal, plus an extensive range of natural wool carpets. There’s also a huge selection of quality carpets from well-known manufacturers including Axminster, Whitestone Weavers,
Brintons, Brockway, Crucial Trading, Roger Oates and many more. Every blind is bespoke to fit your space perfectly. From vertical, roller and panel to Venetian and motorised blinds, all available in a range of designs and fabrics so that your unique style can shine. Or, if you already have a material in mind, the team will gladly make the blinds out of your own fabric before providing a full installation service. A lot of big businesses seem to either be perpetually holding sales or offering extortionate prices. It’s a breath of fresh air at Westwood-Frame as they don’t try and fool you with gimmicky sales. As Tom says: “We are really proud of our pricing policy and our range of products. It’s honest and fair pricing plus an individual service. We’re delighted that more and more customers are choosing to shop locally for this reason.” Indeed, Tom and his small team of highly experienced staff are ready and happy to help you, from the first step to the last. So, whether you want a quick and easy revamp or are adding the finishing touches to a complete design project, Westwood-Frame has the range and the skills to help.
ë MAIN Room-sized rug by Crucial Trading
WESTWOOD-FRAME CARPETS 57 Church St, Falmouth TR11 3DS 01326 313352 info@westwood-frame.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Built
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We visit Three Rivers Furniture, an independent, family-run Cornish business with heart.
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et in the heart of Truro is Three Rivers Furniture – an independent, family owned furniture store displaying a vast range of home furnishing products. On top of supplying quality oak furniture from around the world, as well as other exotic woods such as mango and acacia, the store specialises in English-made pine furniture and mattresses. In fact, as a result of working closely with its suppliers, more than half the store’s furniture is made in Britain, mostly in the West Country, enabling it to offer multiple-paint finishes, semi-bespoke sizes and a wide range of items that are simply unbeatable in quality. What’s more, the team can deliver locally to the room of your choice, assemble your new purchase and recycle all packaging for you. Store manager Matthew has been involved in furniture retail for over 30 years and is responsible for sourcing the store’s vast range of products. He explains: “We believe in old-fashioned quality; dovetail drawers, solid drawer bottoms and full assembly. From modern dining tables to reclaimed pine chests, our furniture is built to last. “While every item in our showroom can be sold off the floor, we stock many pieces and always have quality mattresses available for quick delivery.” Matthew is a great advocate of face-to-face advice and, while the website offers a taste of what’s on offer, he encourages clients to visit the store in person to discuss their requirements, adding: “We have customer parking outside, so it couldn’t be easier.” So, if you’re looking for a new piece of furniture that’s well built, made in Britain and quality checked by a team that knows its trade, pay a visit to the Three Rivers Furniture showroom.
é TOP Three Rivers is truly a family affair è RIGHT The quality of the furniture on offer in the Three Rivers showroom is second to none
THREE RIVERS FURNITURE
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Escape the Ordinary “a sumptuous blend of historic ambience and contemporary luxury, in the heart of Cornwall’s mining landscape” Boutique Georgian Manor hotel, set in private parkland, with a choice of beautifully decorated celebration rooms for intimate civil ceremonies, and bespoke receptions with up to 250 guests.
• Opulent Interiors • Boutique Bedrooms • Romantic Restaurant • Luxurious Lounges • Decadent Gin Bar • Indoor Pool & Spa
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Welcome to our spring wedding guide. We have some great ideas and things to get you thinking about planning your very special day. From photographers and cakes to romantic venues and beautiful dresses and flowers. And it can be well worth investing in a make-up artist to get you looking your most beautiful… after all, you will feature in nearly all of the photographs. First of all it’s worth thinking about the ‘feel’ you want to create – informal or formal, big and grand, or small and intimate – which will then guide you in choosing the venue and style; the memories you want to create for you and your guests. In Cornwall, we are so lucky, you can have a clifftop wedding with fabulous views, a castle as the backdrop or have photos taken on golden sands… it’s all possible. Whatever you want for your special day, I hope our guide helps with some useful ideas. So grab a pen and your best friend and start planning your perfect wedding.
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Tregenna Castle provides a bespoke Cornish wedding
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Achieve your dream rural wedding at Ta Mill
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Falmou� hair stylists wi� ensure not a strand is out of place f� your wedding day Specialising in wedding hair and with over 30 years’ experience in the trade, the stylists at Strands have even been involved with the British World Cup Hairdressing Team! The team, who know the importance of your individual needs, will sit with you and discuss exactly what it is you’d like, including any extra requirements such as conditioning and colour treatments. What’s more, the stylists can create
anything from romantic, soft curls to rustic hair-up dos, promising to create a bespoke hairdo for everyone involved. Ultimately, Strands’ aim is to make you feel completely confident and comfortable and the best part is, they can come to you, so you won’t even need to leave the house! For more information call 01326 313374 or visit www.hairdressersfalmouth.co.uk
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If you’re looking for an exclusively stylish way to serve drinks at your wedding, special event, hen do, charity corporate event or festival, then Bring Me Bubbles has the perfect solution Image courtesy of: Alexa Poppe Photography for you. Imported from the south of France, the 1969 Citroen H van has been painstakingly but lovingly restored and now, it readily serves chilled prosecco and cocktails. In fact, if it’s a party, why not go the whole hog and choose the ‘fully stocked bar’ option? The bar service you get is always bespoke to your requirements, so whatever the occasion, you can be sure to impress your guests and associates with what is a truly unique mobile bar! The best part is, if you’re a supporter of local, Cornish drinks, then the Bring Me Bubbles team can supply you with a wide range of local, Cornish drinks, both soft and alcoholic!
Set within private parkland in the heart of Cornwall’s mining landscape, the Penventon Park Hotel offers an unashamedly lavish blend of historic ambience and contemporary luxury. The elegant Georgian mansion has recently undergone a multi-million-pound refurbishment, creating the most sumptuous interiors that fuse historic features with boutique style, quirky accents and indulgent luxury. For your special day, the hotel offers an outstanding choice of beautifully decorated celebration rooms. The lavishly decorated Venetian room and Lady Edith suite are perfect for more intimate gatherings, whilst the Grand Forum ballroom provides a spectacular setting for up to 250 guests. The elegant lounges are full of sinkinto-me furnishings and the decadent new gin bar with its collection of over 140 gins is sure to be a favourite spot during the festivities. With 63 boutique suites and bedrooms, and a wealth of facilities including spa, fitness suite, two saunas, Jacuzzi and indoor swimming pool, the Penventon Park Hotel offers a unique and opulent setting for the most romantic weddings.
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“You spend a fortune on food, venue, dress etc., so it’s worth spending some money on a professional make up artist! After all you are the centre of attention, so don’t scrimp on how you look! Check out the make up artist’s work online. And always have a trial session.”
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espite the weather, or maybe… because of the weather… Cornwall is the perfect backdrop for your wedding, and it is getting increasingly popular as a wedding destination. Stunning coastline, beautiful beaches and gorgeous countryside makes for the best setting for your wedding. From the rugged north coast to the tranquil bays on the south, with all the fabulous countryside in between; iconic engine houses, castles, magnificent country houses, stylish hotels and bijou restaurants; lighthouses and pretty harbour towns; whatever the backdrop you want for your wedding Cornwall has it by the bucketful! Now is the perfect time to plan your wedding and start to build a folder full of fabulous ideas. From venues to photographers; the food to serve your guests and what to drink with it: to the perfect dress, we really do have it all. It’s well worth spending some time sitting on a beach together or walking along the coast just thinking, and talking, about exactly what sort of wedding you both want, what sort of feel you want it to have, the memories you want to create, and, of course the practicalities of how much you want to spend and how many guests to invite… and then try to stick to it! You might prefer an informal, small, and intimate wedding, where everyone feels welcome and comfortable – with lots of laughter and great music. Or perhaps you want the full traditional white wedding, with a church service and a bit of pomp and ceremony with everyone getting the chance to dress up to the nines with a great party in the evening! I was recently at a fabulous wedding event at Tregothnan Estate to get some ideas. There was plenty to think about from the wonderful flowers grown on the Estate (it’s home to the largest private botanical garden in the UK as well as British tea!), to gorgeous vintage materials and china used to decorate the tables, plus, of course, yet more beautiful Tregothnan flowers. The dress, hair, make-up, cake and photographer are
all things to be considered and researched. With Cornwall now such a popular wedding destination, there is plenty of everything you need for your perfect wedding available locally. But what stood out at Tregothnan was the weather… it poured… indeed there were severe weather warnings! But it was still fabulous. The bride wore white wellies, apparently quite a common feature of wedding attire these days! We all hope for brilliant sunshine and clear blue skies, but don’t always get what we wish for. And yet with a few extra contingencies (a supply of large umbrellas maybe?) a wet and/or stormy wedding can be even more memorable… it’s just how you deal with it!
ç MAIN Flowers from Tregothnan Estate;hair by Emma Carlyle; make-up by Ione Kutz
So start planning you summer or winter wedding for this year or next right now and just remember that however good you are you just might not get the weather you dream of… but it’s still your day and one you, and your guests, will remember forever – white wellies and all!
ë ABOVE LEFT Stationary: Megan Riera
í OPPOSITE BOTTOM LEFT TO RIGHT Dress from Bliss Bridal Gowns; model Jodie Hyatt Cake and edible tea cups by Emily Hankins Table styling by Box and Cox Vintage Hire
é ABOVE Make-up by Suzi Winter
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ot many people can say they’ve been married in a stunning Cornish castle, a truly unique experience that offers the chance for lasting memories and photos. The Tregenna estate boasts 72 acres of picture perfect locations so you will be spoilt for choice with where to tie the knot and get your beautiful wedding day portraits. You can stand in the elegant pavilion, under the impressive castle, in the stretching grounds or on the beach, a spot so secluded and serene it feels like a tropical wedding without having to leave the country. And in 2017 you can look forward to the new woodland pavilion, which promises to be an enchanting place in which to forge memories. The team at Tregenna Castle understand that every couple have different dreams when it comes to their wedding day. As such, they offer a fantastic range of packages, any of which can be tailored to you and your individual needs. You can even ďŹ nd proposal packages, meaning this captivating castle has you covered from the popping of the question to the exchanging of the vows. So why not create the wedding of your dreams at this enchanting Cornish castle?
TREGENNA CASTLE Trelyon Avenue, St Ives TR26 2DE 01736 795254 events@tregenna-castle.co.uk www.tregenna-weddings.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Be inspired by the romantic paradise of Trebah Garden.
Special offer
You can get an amazing 15% off of your room hire should you decide to get married on a day other than Saturday.
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reate your perfect day within a sanctuary of breathtaking beauty surrounded by an everchanging backdrop of natural elegance. Feel peaceful and far away in a timeless setting with transient vistas that make every day unique. Take your first steps as a married couple under the canopies bursting with blooms, through tunnels of vast vegetation or simply hand in hand on the private beach. Add to the beauty of your day with bouquets filled with seasonal greenery and blooms freshly gathered from the garden by professional florists with botanical knowledge. Indulge your guests with award-winning Cornish sparkling wine or Champagne accompanied by handmade canapés on the private lawn whilst absorbing tranquil views of the valley and the Helford beyond. The house at Trebah is a unique Cornish wedding venue licensed for daytime civil ceremonies all year round. Ceremonies take place on the ground floor of this elegant home that stands at the top of the subtropical valley commanding views of the ravine garden below and the Helford stretching behind.
The ceremony room has seating for 40 guests and is licensed to host 50 people. Additional guests are welcome to observe from the private terrace outside or arrive after the ceremony. The room hire includes expert floral decoration using fresh greenery from the garden and Trebah’s in-house florist is always available to help you design bouquets and button holes using handpicked blooms should you wish to embellish the theme or add to your displays. Trebah is a subtropical paradise with stunning coastal scenery that boasts colour and interest all year round, providing the perfect backdrop for wedding photography, regardless of which season you decide to get married. Indeed, go and take a look around this captivating corner of Cornwall and imagine the lasting memories and photographs that could be forged there. Find the award-winning garden in the south of Cornwall on the Helford river, close to the nautical town of Falmouth.
ë ABOVE Celebrate your day in the suptropical paradise of Trebah
TREBAH GARDEN Mawnan Smith, Nr Falmouth TR11 5JZ 01326 252200 www.trebahgarden.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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PERSONAL WEDDING SERVICE Designed and bespoke items made on site – visit the shop to commission a bespoke piece of jewellery or a unique wedding ring for that special day, crafted exactly how you want it to look. Traditional and modern methods used. 30A MOLESWORTH STREET, WADEBRIDGE, CORNWALL, PL27 7DP
Tel: 01208 815800 contact@barryrowefinejewellers.co.uk
A stunning 4 star venue, this iconic hotel is the epitome of glamour. Expect Rosette dining, panoramic sea views, marble floors and sweeping staircases. Say “I do” in the most magical location. Enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine when you book a viewing wth our wedding planner, Quote “Cornwall Living sparkling” when booking.
www.atlantichotelnewquay.co.uk or call us on 01637 872244 The Atlantic Hotel | 1 Dane Road | Newquay | Cornwall | TR7 1EN
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g n i d d e W Youryour way A secluded, rural hideaway on the picturesque north Cornish coastline, not far from the rugged landscape of Bodmin Moor; Ta Mill is the perfect setting for your Cornish wedding.
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uring your stay, why not prepare for the big day by simply absorbing the natural ambience of the surroundings. The grounds can be exclusively yours for a two or three night stay, during which you can relax in the spa facilities, enjoy a barbeque in the resplendent gardens and catch up with your loved ones. Kids can frolic in the play area and grown-ups can while away the afternoons exploring the grounds, following the nature trail and enjoying a few holes on the pitch and putt. Whoever said the build up to your wedding has to be stressful? The team’s ethos is ‘your wedding, your way’, encouraging you to bring your own style to this enchanting venue and ensuring your wedding is tailored to you. They know that weddings are about enjoying happy memories and creating new ones that will last a lifetime, so however you’ve always envisaged your special day, they’ll be on hand to ensure your dream comes true.
The courtyard, perfect for an intimate wedding breakfast, can accommodate up to 60 guests while larger receptions can be held on the stunning lawn, in a marquee or yurt of your choice, with sweeping views across the valley. For guests who’ve travelled from the ends of the earth to see you tie the knot, Ta Mill – with its four bedroom house dating back to the 16th Century, detached lodges and tastefully restored barns – can offer luxury accommodation for up to 60. There are even pet-friendly cottages, so no part of the family, no matter how furry, will be left out! So, to see how Ta Mill can turn your dream wedding into a reality on the rolling and enchanting landscape on the fringes of Bodmin Moor, why not get in touch?
é ABOVE The perfect backdrop to your dream day î BELOW RIGHT The 16th Century slate-clad house
TA MILL St Clether, Launceston PL15 8PS 01840 261797 www.tamill.co.uk tamillweddings@gmail.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Newquay’s The Hotel Bristol makes a wonderfully romantic yet affordable place to get married.
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icking the right wedding venue can be a thorny task for any bride and groomto-be. Firstly, it has to be somewhere special, with more than just a touch of magic, yet before you know it – once you start adding personalised service, fine food and sea view accommodation – you can be faced with a venue that requires a king’s ransom! Fortunately, this isn’t the case at The Hotel Bristol, where the bride and groom can enjoy a beautifully arranged wedding day, complete with its own red carpet ceremony, without breaking the bank. Set above Tolcarne Beach, The Hotel Bristol has been a destination to capture the hearts of lovers for 90 years. Renowned for its warm, impeccable hospitality, the staff are well-versed in getting everything right when it comes to weddings. From the moment you book your event, the wedding coordinator is there to offer practical support, ensuring all goes smoothly and that your day is as unique as you are.
The service and setting are just part of the hotel’s attraction, however. Repeat visitors and locals alike will vouch for the fabulous food, from mouth-watering canapés and starters to an extensive choice of delicious mains. So, rest assured – guests of your special event will not want for a better wedding feast! Another great advantage of booking at The Hotel Bristol is the sheer flexibility. Your wedding can be as simple and intimate, or as large and lavish as you like. What’s more, the team can help you with each tiny detail, from creating the perfect ceremony to fine tuning the décor and entertainment. Add to all of this some quality accommodation and sea views and you have a truly special wedding venue at exceptional value.
HOTEL BRISTOL Narrowcliff, Newquay TR7 2PQ 01637 875181 www.hotelbristol.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Trereife House and Gardens, situated near the artistic town of Newlyn in West Cornwall, is the perfect year-round venue for indoor and outdoor civil ceremonies and wedding receptions. The Queen Anne house and grounds are available for your exclusive use, including accommodation for up
to 14 people, capacity for up to 60 for ceremonies and up to 250 for marquee receptions. The main drawing room and stunning bridal suite overlook the modern parterre garden beyond which marquees are usually situated on the former tennis lawn. However formal or informal an event you have in mind we are flexible. ’
OFF THE A30, NEAR PENZANCE ’ CORNWALL, TR20 8TJ 01736 317520 ’ enquiries@trereifeoffice.co.uk
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to memories Add some Cornish charm and history to your day by finding the perfect piece of jewellery to represent your love and lives together, only at Cornwall Gold.
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et amidst 18 acres of beautiful grounds, Cornwall Gold has been busy producing fine jewellery for nearly 30 years. The aim has always been a simple one: make wonderful memories with jewellery that represents Cornwall’s proud heritage, unique natural beauty and way of life.
The jewel in the crown of Cornwall Gold is Tolgus Tin Mill, Cornwall’s last remaining tin streaming works. Established in 1865, this historic and fascinating mill has been lovingly regenerated to once again extract tin from the land, using it to create beautiful reminders of Cornwall’s culture and past. Harnessing over a quarter of a century of jewellery making experience, the team at Cornwall Gold then combine their Tolgus tin with silver and gold to create unique pieces that will keep our precious heritage alive for generations. With preserving memories in mind, Cornwall Gold are delighted to present their Tolgus Bridal Collection, a legacy that will not only help safeguard the future of Europe’s last tin mill but also signify the start of your lives together.
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è RIGHT Tolgus Demelza necklace £325 ê BELOW Tolgus Demelza cufflinks £99
çLEFT Tolgus Woodland necklace £199 íBOTTOM LEFT Newlyn 9ct gold and amethyst ring from £560
Lovingly handcrafted to your exact specifications, each bespoke piece contains Tolgus Tin extracted and processed on site, right in the heart of Cornwall, which is then forged in 9 or 18ct gold. Indeed, for those who live in Cornwall, or hold Cornwall close to their hearts, Cornwall Gold offers the perfect collection of jewellery with which to express your love. Of course, there are many stresses surrounding weddings, from planning and executing the day itself to the actual popping of the question! Luckily, the friendly and experienced team will guide you through the process of finding the perfect ring so you can relax in the knowledge that Cornwall Gold has you covered, from initial consultation through to design, sizing and manufacture. The team in the workshop even offer cleaning and repair, so there is no need to worry if years down the line your jewellery could use refreshing! While the ring is undoubtedly important for your special day, it is by no means the only piece of unique jewellery that should be considered. Get off on the right foot with your new motherin-law by gifting her a beautiful necklace courtesy of the Tolgus collection, all of
which are made using tin from Tolgus Mill, sterling silver and rose gold, creating a truly stunning collection of jewellery with Cornwall at its heart. Or, perhaps you have a family heirloom that you would love to incorporate into your special day. Due to the flexibility of precious metals your jewellery can be melted down and transformed into an item of jewellery of your choice. This means you can take that piece of jewellery that holds sentimental value and revamp it into something that will make your day that extra bit extraordinary Whatever stage you are at, whether you’re working up the courage to ask the big question, hunting for wedding bands together or looking for that perfect present that simply says ‘I love you’, head down to Cornwall Gold and discover a world of beautiful jewellery, sourced and inspired by the land. A uniquely Cornish experience that is exclusive to Cornwall Gold.
ëINSET RIGHT Tolgus Demelza Bracelet, $70 and Tolgus Demelza ring, £75 ëINSET LEFT Tolgus lockets from £85
CORNWALL GOLD Tolgus Mill, Redruth TR16 4HN 01209 203280 www.cornwall-gold.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Memorable dress, unforgettable day
From ball gowns to your entire wedding outfit, Cargo Clothing is the place to go to find the perfect dress for your perfect day.
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“Cargo is there to make the experience unique and enjoyable”
our wedding day is a day you will spend planning for what seems like a glorious age. Before the question is even popped you will most likely already have a good idea of what the special day will look like. Of course, the wedding dress is as iconic as the wedding band on your finger, so finding the perfect one will be high on the list of priorities. Luckily, the team at Cargo Clothing know this well and are passionate about making us look and feel fabulous for that most cherished occasion. Owner Sue explains: “We are obsessed with the endless search to bring you the world’s best dress designers and the most beautiful collections of dresses, gowns and fashion ranges. We want to make you look and feel amazing, whatever the occasion.” It is apparent from the first time you enter the Penryn-based shop that Cargo really does care about the whole shopping experience as every detail is well thought out. A lovely quiet environment with comfortable sofas provides parents and partners with a place to relax while offering the occasional sounds of awe as you try on and show-off the beautiful dresses. While Cargo is still celebrated for its wide selection of prom dresses and ball gowns, there are now a lot more customers looking for wedding dresses and bridesmaids’
dresses. “Many of our dresses are perfect for a wedding. They are relatively inexpensive so make a real alternative to the usual wedding gown. There are a couple of designers that are particularly appropriate: Sherri Hill, Pia Michi and new addition Elle Zeitoune, whose dresses range from £195 to £750.” The team at Cargo really care about your shopping experience. From the moment you try on that perfect little black dress to the moment you look in the mirror and see yourself walking down the aisle, the Cargo team are there to make the experience unique and enjoyable; they even have the designer shoes and killer heels to complete the look. Cargo is currently open seven days a week in order to accommodate prom season, but times will vary depending on the time of year. You can check the opening times on the Cargo website or simply give the helpful team a call and they will be more than happy to advise. So why not pop over to the shop now and find your dream outfit for the big day!
ë MAIN Find that special dress to make sure your day is as magical as it deserves to be é ABOVE Cargo Clothing is also the ideal place to find unique bridesmaid and prom dresses
CARGO CLOTHING Unit 17, Kernick Ind Estate, Parkengue, Penryn TR10 9EP 01326 376486 info@cargoclothing.com www.cargoclothing.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Beautiful handmade jewellery crafted in any combinations of gold, silver, bronze or copper. Unique individual pieces to reflect your unique day
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Stay
Coastal
Escapes Our choice of C�nish getaways
This month we visit Carbis Bay, Bedruthan Steps and the Roseland peninsula.
é ABOVE Kick back with some awesome sea views è RIGHT Incredible views from the bright modern lounge
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Island View, Carbis Bay
With its golden sands and turquoise sea, Carbis Bay is recognised as one of the most beautiful holiday destinations in the world. Indeed, it’s the perfect base for those wanting to relax and get away from it all, while having the convenience of being just minutes from the bustling town of St Ives. With its Blue Flag accredited beach, Carbis Bay is a popular choice for
luxury, self-catering holidays with many of Carbis Bay Holiday’s special escapes boasting dramatic sea views. What’s more, via one of the most scenic rail routes in the UK, St Ives’ coastal railway connects to Penzance which, in turn, offers some great shopping opportunities and fantastic places to eat. One of Carbis Bay Holidays’ most stunning holiday lets, Island View really lives up to its name. In the living room, floor-to-ceiling windows offer panoramic views across Carbis Bay beach, St Ives Island and Godrevy lighthouse, while the décor combines blues, greens and amtico flooring to reflect its coastal surroundings. Guests here can take full advantage of the Cornish sun in the fabulous, seaward-facing communal garden south-facing sun terrace to the rear. Why not venture out and explore the South West Coast Path? After all, it’s just on the doorstep! 01736 630015 www.carbisbayholidays.co.uk
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Sheepshed, Bedruthan Steps
Created by architectural designer and TV presenter Charlie Luxton, this beautiful holiday home, which sleeps up to four guests, makes bold use of space, natural materials, colours and textures, all of which perfectly culminate to reflect the drama of its stunning coastal setting. As you’d expect from a designer who is passionate about the environment and sustainable architecture, it’s super ecofriendly too, with solar power and triple glazing. Sheepshed is hidden away down a quiet lane with virtually no passing traffic, making the location very secluded and tranquil. There are après surf showers, and a sunny private garden as well, which boasts a lovely table and chairs for some al fresco dining while enjoying the beautiful countryside views. Sheepshed can also be booked together with a similar, larger property next door to make accommodation for 12, perfect for those big get-togethers with family or friends! Sheepshed is set in a tiny hamlet just inland from the dramatic coastline of Bedruthan Steps and the family friendly beaches of Mawgan Porth as well the lesser-known Porthcothan, making it the perfect base from which to enjoy the
breathtaking north Cornish coast. Or, if it’s a foodie escape you want, then Padstow and Newquay are only a short drive away, both of which offer a fantastic array of eateries that boast freshly caught and cooked seafood! 01326 567838 www.forevercornwall.co.uk
é ABOVE Sleek interior style ç LEFT A view in itself
Trenona Farm, Roseland peninsula ç LEFT The Victorian farmhouse ê BELOW Cottage interior
Family run for over 20 years, Trenona Farm Holidays offers traditional farm buildings that have been carefully converted into three beautifully comfortable and relaxing, year-round holiday lets. And, if you want everything taken care of, you can make the most of the Victorian farmhouse bed and breakfast, open from March until November, where all rooms are either en suite or have a private bathroom. Chy Un Lur and Chy Whel – just two of the cottages – are both fully accessible, with wet rooms, wide doorways and openplan living areas. There’s even level access to the garden! Nestled on the stunning Roseland peninsula, Trenona is dog friendly, with great walks, beaches and picturesque fishing villages nearby to explore. From St Mawes, visitors can take the ferry to the sailing hub of Falmouth, enjoying the fresh seafood, quirky shops and boutiques that abound the town. Book a stay with Trenona and you can expect breathtaking, peninsula views, incredible walks, sumptuous accommodation and fantastic food. In all, it’s a hard holiday to beat. 01872 501339 www.trenonafarmholidays.co.uk
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From near disaster to the golden days of British tourism, life has seldom been dull for the Hotel Bristol. We reflect on a remarkable past and present while looking forward to a fantastic future.
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ooking at the friendly, well-lit reception of the Bristol in 2017, you might never imagine the many highs, lows and upheavals of one of Cornwall’s best-loved hotels. However, the very start of the Young family’s tenure sounds like a silver screen drama: “It began on a stormy night in March 1927.” The charming old postcards and happy holidaymakers paint a picture of contentment and success while wartime shortages and the ravages of three separate recessions provide another side to the story. It is fair to say that the 1920s and ‘30s seem a world away from today’s tourism. The season was from May to September only and foreign visitors were virtually unheard of in Cornwall, as was the en-suite bathroom! However, English seaside resorts were booming and Hotel Bristol was already gaining quite a reputation. Indeed, it became the talk of Newquay as rival hotel guests watched in envy as Hotel Bristol residents were served afternoon tea on the beach. The outbreak of WWII nearly spelt curtains for the hotel, but by a stroke of luck Benenden School from Kent approached the Youngs in search of a place to shelter their pupils. This carried the hotel over till the happier 1950s when trade bustled year-round and touring dance bands lit up the evenings. Other than a near disastrous fire in 1973, little slowed business for the next generation. Tourism boomed and everyone, from
aristocrats to the odd, fleeing bank robber, booked a room; Ted Heath, Margaret Thatcher, Michael Caine and Eric Clapton have all stayed at the hotel. The recession of the 1990s was a stiffer test, but Hotel Bristol survived through some clever strategies. One such strategy was becoming a Best Western Hotel, which provided greater stability while retaining independent management. Another big boost were the many Rosemunde Pilcher fans who wanted to see the Cornwall that looked so beautiful on German television. Meanwhile, regeneration and developments such as the Eden Project further boosted Cornwall’s tourism credentials. Today, Hotel Bristol is still renowned for its warm hospitality, beautiful location and excellent food. Families return year on year, couples get married there and diners still vouch for the restaurant. While the current team might hope for a less wild ride in the coming years, this classic Newquay hotel continues to treat its guests to the best in Cornish hospitality. Indeed, to celebrate 90 great years, the hotel is currently running a special competition on social media with the hashtag #HotelBristolMemories.
ë MAIN Enjoy seaside glamour at Hotel Bristol, once frequented by Eric Clapton and Michael Caine í BELOW LEFT Some recently rediscovered pamphlets from yesteryear
HOTEL BRISTOL Narrowcliff, Newquay TR7 2PQ 01637 875181 www.hotelbristol.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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ward-winning travel agent Newell’s Travel continuously strives to inspire those in Cornwall who love to explore the world. Being independent, the Newell’s team can book with any tour company to any destination in the world and their relationships with the UK’s top tour operators have grown impressively since the business’ humble beginnings in 1962. The agency began its life when Mr Warren Newell opened a small office in Falmouth. When Mr Newell Senior sadly passed away, his son, Simon took up the mantle. When Simon retired in 1989, present owner, Roger Hawke, quickly purchased the two-branch business – a second office having already opened in Redruth – before opening a third in Truro. In 1990, following their marriage, Mr Hawke’s wife, Helen also became a
Partner of the company and remains so to this day. Now, Newell’s Travel Limited has 11 retail branches across Cornwall, extending into Devon, as well as a Business Travel Department and a Groups Travel Department in Bristol. Such growth and success is down to hardworking, professional staff and innovative thinking; it’s really ì ABOVE no wonder that the nation’s leading tour Cruise in comfort operators continuously vote for them in the and style national award ceremonies! For the past 29 years, The Newell’s ê BELOW LEFT Old Port Dubrovnik, Travel show has attracted the country’s Croatia leading tour operators and 2017 will be no exception. This years’ event, taking place on ê BELOW Sunday 12th March between 10.30am and RIGHT Hit the slopes
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3.30pm, will see Truro welcome 46 national companies, each ready and waiting to talk you through all-things travel, whether at home or abroad. In fact, the Newell’s Travel Show is the largest of its kind in the south west and, having outgrown the Hall for Cornwall, is now set to move into a supersized marquee on Lemon Quay Piazza in order to accommodate even more suppliers! The day will be packed with cinema presentations from nine diverse companies hoping to inspire your inner explorer, as well as on the day show offers, face-toface travel advice and a chance – for those attending the show – to enter the Star Prize draw from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, for a cruise worth over £3000! Another one to look out for is this year’s Cruise Show. While it’s not taking place until October, it’s definitely one to pencil
in your diary early, especially after the resounding success of last year’s show, which showcased many of the world’s leading cruise companies at the Atlantic Hotel, Newquay. Indeed, this year’s Cruise Show is set to be even bigger! Newell’s Managing Director, Roger Hawke tells us: “Already, cruise lines are telling us to put them down for this year and who are we to disappoint?” To book or to find out more about Newell’s innovative travel ideas, get in touch or visit the website. And, for a taste of all things travel from a company devoted to spreading the bug, be sure to attend this year’s huge Newell’s Travel events.
ë ABOVE LEFT Brienz Rothorn Railway above Lake Brienz ë ABOVE MIDDLE Sydney Opera House ì ABOVE RIGHT Experience a true African safari ê BELOW The iconic Mount Fuji
NEWELL'S TRAVEL www.newellstravel.co.uk/travelshow Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Over £800 worth of prizes, just one winner! It’s time to get excited for Easter with this fantastic competition!
To celebrate Easter, we’ve lined up one of our biggest ever competitions. From gorgeous soft furnishings to a luxury drinks hamper, one lucky participant will win this prize bundle brimming with goodies. For a chance of winning, visit:
www.cornwall-living.co.uk/competition/easter
Sumptuous furnishings
Win a Sandstone double continental quilt, worth £125 Established over 20 years ago, Romantic Englishwoman in Lostwithiel has since become a firm favourite among women looking for that special something in Cornwall. And, knowing that sharing is caring, the team is offering you the chance to add a touch of luxury to your home. Scallop edged, 100% cotton and finished in creamy, neutral tones, there’s no way you’ll save this one for the guestroom!
A perfect toast
Win a fabulous Polgoon drinks hamper, worth £75 An award-winning vineyard and orchard in Penzance, Polgoon produces a fantastic range of delicious artisan wines, ciders and juices. The Polgoon team are giving away a hamper filled with a selection of their bestselling products: a pair of still wines, a unique sparkling apple product and two ciders, including their Mounts Bay Scrumpy, as well as a selection of juices. four people!
Scandinavian luxury
Win a barbecue set, including tongs, cutlery and skewers, all in one very smart case, worth £60 Transform your garden and gain a room in just one day! Available in four sizes and complete with central barbecue, these lodges can be used year round for work, leisure and business as well as for sleepovers, entertaining, enjoying or playing music, getting close to nature and working on your fitness. The question is: how would you use yours? To give you a little taster of outdoor living, Barbecue Lodges is offering this fantastic barbecue set.
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Take it anywhere
Win a portable woodburning stove, worth £349 Outdoor cooking is one of life’s real pleasures. The Frontier Plus from Anevay is made for evenings sitting out on the patio, cooking dinner and watching the flames, or trips down to the beach for an adventurous, al fresco dinner after a dip in the sea. It can even be used in canvas tents, for those real camping adventures!
A sweet treat
Win six of Buttermilk’s bestselling sharing boxes in a jute bag, worth £29 Established in Padstow in 1964, Buttermilk is an artisan confectionery company based in Cornwall. You can win its bestselling and award-winning treats all wrapped up in a hand drawn illustrated jute bag. This includes the champion of confectionery, Almond Brittle, and some Great Taste winners, such as Caramel Sea Salt Fudge.
Your favourite double act
Win dinner for four on The Prom at Fraser’s Fish and Chips, worth £60 Fraser’s, based on the Prom in Penzance, are all about celebrating the great British tradition of fish and chips. One of the best double acts ever, fish and chips coupled with a stunning location makes Fraser’s a must-visit restaurant and takeaway. With responsibly sourced, Cornish fish, cooked to perfection local potatoes and the option of gluten-free batter everyone can enjoy this dish.
True Cornish beauty
Win a Cornish beach pebble and silver pendant, worth £56 Become the proud owner of your very own Cornish beach pebble and silver stack pendant, the ultimate keepsake from the fabulous coastlines of Cornwall. Camali Design offers handmade, contemporary jewellery celebrating simplicity and elegance, whilst also embracing asymmetry, contrast and imperfections.
What a combo!
Win a meal for four at Stable Pizza, worth up to £82 Courtesy of the incredible pizza restaurant, Stable Pizza, which has restaurants in both Falmouth and Newquay, you could be in with a chance of winning this awesome meal for four, which consists of four pizzas and four cider tasting boards! Famous for its pizza, every appetite is guaranteed to be satisfied with this amazing prize and with an equally impressive cider menu, the tasting boards are just the thing for getting a real flavour of one of Cornwall’s favourite drinks.
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No purchase necessary. Prize draw open to anyone in the UK age 18 years or over excluding employees of Romantic English Woman, Polgoon Vineyard, Barbecue Lodges, Anevay, Fraser’s Fish and Chips, Buttermilk, Camali Design, Stable Pizza, 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 27th March 2017. The winner will be notified by email within 14 days after the draw closes. Subject to availability.
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5 of the best
GARDENS From wild and enchanting to overflowing with colour and elegance, Cornwall has some truly stunning gardens to visit.
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n an ideal world, we would take up 50 pages and show you all of the gardens in Cornwall, as in our eyes they are all amongst the finest in the world. Unfortunately, we only have room for five so make sure to take note of our small selection, wait for the sun to shine and head off to spend the day amidst beauty and splendour.
The Lost Gardens of Heligan St Austell
On Monday 16th February 1990, The Lost Gardens of Heligan were rediscovered amidst the brambles of time. Today, Heligan remains one of the most loved and romantic gardens in the UK, appreciated as much for its beauty and mystery as for the groundbreaking restoration project, which was the largest in Europe! www.heligan.com
Pencarrow House
Tanglewood Wild Gardens
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Newbridge
This Grade II listed Georgian home is steeped in history, with stunning gardens just waiting to be explored. A Victorian rockery, lake and Iron Age hill fort make up just some of the historic landscape and, if you visit in the warmer months, you’ll see the woodland carpeted with bluebells and wild garlic.
Tanglewood is a garden shared equally by wildlife and people. The grass is long, the foliage dense, wild and filled with wonder – with the occasional humorous statue! You can stroll amidst beautiful untouched flora and fauna or shelter from the odd shower in the captivating Embryonic Eden, a polytunnel planted with stunning exotic plants!
www.pencarrow.co.uk
www.tanglewoodmaycontainnuts.co.uk
Trelissick Estate
Boconnoc House and Gardens
Trelissick Estate has a varied collection of plants with far reaching maritime views to enjoy as you walk through the garden. The main plant collections are magnolias, camellias, rhododendrons and hydrangeas. The main lawn is at the very heart of the garden with mixed exotic borders with a focal point being the iconic and huge cryptomeria japonica tree.
This true Cornish garden must be seen in spring when the azaleas, camellias and rhododendrons are bursting with glorious colour. Many are still in place from the original planting 400 years ago. Look out for a rare camellia hiding amongst the rest, a cutting from the famous 230-year-old tree at Pillnitz Castle. Boconnoc House and Gardens are available to hire for weddings and events.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trelissick
www.boconnoc.com
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s n e d r a g h Cornis The Great Gardens of Cornwall celebrate their Silver Anniversary this year as a riot of colour heralds the start of spring.
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ome 25 years ago, 12 of Cornwall’s largest, most important gardens united in order to improve the experience of visitors. Now, the gardens are home to a thriving and exciting collection of rare and beautiful plants and trees that aren’t seen anywhere else in the British Isles. To celebrate 25 years of unison, a commemorative book has been commissioned and written by acclaimed gardening broadcaster, Tim Hubbard, outlining the unique history of each. Available now, The Great Gardens of Cornwall – The People and Their Plants, is packed with photographs, quotes and anecdotes from some of the hundreds of dedicated gardeners who’ve worked on Cornwall’s gardens over the centuries. From woodland retreats to historic rolling parkland, modern and ancient gardens and a stunningly varied selection of sculptures from around the world, there’s something both formal and informal to suit everybody. Marvel at the great canyon of hydrangeas at Trebah; immerse yourself in the Mediterranean landscape of Lamorran, or take a step back in time at the historic Tregothnan. Spend a day exploring the impressive and ever-evolving bio-domes of the Eden Project or discover the Lost Gardens of Heligan, veiled for decades in weeds thanks to the First World War.
On the Caerhays Estate, you and yours can peruse the Plant Heritage National Collection of Magnolias, which contains more than 600 species and named hybrids from around the globe. When the Cornish sun is shining, make the most of the incredible headland views and the pleasant dog walks (yes, it’s dog friendly!). On wetter days, you can explore the castle and it’s rich tapestry of history. With such magnificent diversity, there truly is something for everyone to enjoy in Cornwall. Each garden represents excellence in its own, inimitable way and, for those with a green finger, a wealth of hints, tips and expert advice is always on hand. You’ll also find gardening tours and plants and seeds for sale, including hybrids that are unique to Cornwall. Offering all the facilities you could ask for on a day out, including disabled access and catering, the 12 members of the Great Gardens of Cornwall work together to ensure that every visitor to our county’s stunning gardens comes away with an experience they’ll never forget.
ë ABOVE Trebah é TOP Heligan é MIDDLE Bonython é BOTTOM The Caerhays Garden Diary
THE GREAT GARDENS OF CORNWALL www.greatgardensofcornwall.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Garden guru S However big or small, Barry Lewis-Langley has the skills you need to bring your outdoor space to life. words by:
Dan Warden
tarting his career at Kew, the Royal Botanical Gardens in West Sussex, Barry Lewis-Langley has been actively involved in botanical arboriculture, tree surgery and the garden industry for over 22 years. After an impressive career with Kew, Barry went on to establish his own successful tree and landscaping company in West Sussex and the south east, his clients ranging from private estates wanting to rejuvenate their tired, often lost gardens to their original glory to housing associations, land agents and developers; he even advised his local council. Now, having moved his trade to the West Country, Barry works throughout Cornwall and Devon and his business undertakes every aspect of tree surgery and garden works with the same efficiency and meticulous, high standards that have always made him so successful. Offering a whole array of services that range from submitting planning applications for trees in conservation areas or those with preservation orders, to garden tidies and regular maintenance, Barry carries out full risk assessments prior to every task. The family-run business will also undertake all aspects of tree surgery, from hedge cutting, light pruning and crown lifting to full reductions and felling. They’ll even do full clearances on property development
sites, give advice on pests and diseases and offer the supply and planting of all trees and hedges. Really, it’s more a question of what they don’t do! A great example of the wonders worked by the garden and landscape side of the business is the garden of Julie and Adrian Elsworth, a professional couple looking to re-establish the beauty of their garden, just a few miles outside of Newquay. Since working with Barry, they’ve managed to regain all the borders and are currently working on creating an Italian courtyard garden surrounded by an osmanthus evergreen hedge. Together, they’re also developing a seating area, hoping to frame it with pleached ornamental pear trees and incorporate a new stone water feature. Barry tells us: “It’s been wonderful working with the Elsworths. We now share a passion for their outside living space and it’s been a real pleasure undertaking the work for them.” So, like the Elsworths, if you have a plot that’s doing nothing for you, why not get in touch with Barry Langley and put your ideas in his safe, capable hands?
ë MAIN Tree surgery is one of Barry’s many specialities é ABOVE Barry can help you realise your dream outside space, from the ground up
BARRY LEWIS-LANGLEY 01840 250894 07376 528031 langleybarry@gmail.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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A local landscape, maintenance and design company working with you to bring your dream garden concept to life. We offer free quotes, great design, great service and beautiful gardens.
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the storm A chance to own a bit of Cornish history at Porthleven’s Great Baulk Auction on March 18th.
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orthleven is world famous for its stunning fishing harbour, the clocktower, and the waves photographed soaring over the tower and the harbour during severe storms. The baulks are the huge blocks of wood (they weigh about two tonnes each) that are lifted by crane to block the gap into the inner harbour where the boats shelter. Watching them being lifted in or out of the gap is mesmerising, and listening to the hugely evocative noise of them bumping and rubbing up against each other during bad weather is a not to be forgotten moment on a dark night when the seas are rough. But after the storm on 5th February 2014, the harbour was badly damaged, windows smashed, buildings flooded, the old lifeboat station (now and art gallery) lost its roof, and the strength of the water tossed big chunks of granite into the road and moved the huge canon. Worse still, two of the baulks protecting the inner harbour broke and others bounced out.
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“From Dame Judi Dench and Dame Carol Ann Duffy (the first woman Poet Laureate) to David Hosking and Mark Surridge, everyone approached has willingly agreed to feature or produce a piece of art”
“Weren’t the Truro Choir perfect. Oh, and I really enjoyed the folk group Changing Rooms… that was a lovely surprise”
ë MAIN The great storm, by Geoff Squibb é ABOVE Seascape by Sue Read ç LEFT Caroline Quentin's painting í OPPOSITE A poem by ex-Poet Laurette Carol Ann Duffy ê BELOW Painting by Jason Lilley î RIGHT Another painting from Heather Howe
Ten boats were lost and equipment damaged. Overnight fishermen lost their livelihood. The community rallied round clearing up and raising much-needed funds. I spoke to Julian Waring from the Fishermen’s Mission. “The people of Porthleven have been amazing, Leigh, landlady of the Atlantic Inn, was the first to start fundraising events, raising thousands of pounds to help the fishermen. And if it hadn’t been for the quick action of the Harbour Master things could have been a lot worse. But we still needed to raise yet more money for the Fishermen’s Mission.” Then one morning on his way to work Julian came up with the idea of the auction; to use the baulks to raise money for fishermen in need. So he set about getting them cut into chunks for sculptors and furniture, and slices for artists of all kinds, local and internationally recognised or, like Caroline Quentin, just plain famous. From Dame Judi Dench and Dame Carol Ann Duffy (the first woman Poet-
Laureate) to Naomi Frears, David Hosking and Mark Surridge, all acclaimed artists, everyone approached has willingly agreed to feature or produce a piece of art. Julian took me for a look at some of the things that have come in already and they are beautiful. On February 5th this year they marked the anniversary of the storm by projecting images of the art onto the wall of the Bickford Institute (the clocktower building). And from 5th to 10th March the work will be on exhibition at the Lifeboat Station gallery as a preview before the auction itself. Well-known auctioneer David Lay will conduct the auction on March 18th from 4pm in a marquee on the Harbourhead, the auction will also run online. Leigh at the Atlantic is really pushing the boat out too, with a bar and food in the marquee. It’s going to be a very popular evening!
www.davidlay.co.uk to register online porthlevenbaulkauction
é ABOVE The harbour by Shirley Netherton
Support
The Fishermen’s Mission provides a lifeline of welfare and support for fishermen and their families. It includes emergency assistance, compassionate welfare, practical support and covers the whole of the UK coastline. They spend 88p in every £1 donated on providing services. Fishing is still one of the most dangerous jobs in the country. www.fishermensmission.org.uk
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The ultimate
COMFORT FOOD Celebrating all things fish and chips with Fraser’s on the Penzance Promenade.
é MAIN The brightly coloured interior makes for some delightful dining! ì RIGHT Gluten Free Coeliac UK Accredited
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here are few better places for a stroll than Penzance Prom; wide and flat with benches and shelters, the views are stunning from West Penwith, Mousehole, and Newlyn on one side, all the way down the coast to Marazion and across to the iconic St Michael’s Mount on the other. There is always plenty going on from small fishing boats to trawlers, sailing boats to kite surfers scudding across the waves. And there is nothing better on a sunny day than sharing some fish and chips with that view, or, in fact there is nothing better on a stormy day with rain lashing the windows and seaspray in the air, than cosying up inside with a steaming hot plate of fish and chips. Which is how I ended up in Fraser’s on a wet and wild, spring day. Fraser’s owners, Pete and Sue Fraser, call Penzance home and just love the place. Pete was born in Perranuthnoe and played rugby “badly” for the Cornish Pirates while Sue is the daughter of a well known Penzance
butcher. So, they decided to use the 17 years of experience running multi-award winning Harbour Lights Fish and Chip restaurant in Falmouth, recently crowned the best Fish and Chip restaurant in the UK, by opening Fraser’s Fish and Chips in Penzance too. Pete tells me: “Whatever the weather, fish and chips really is the ultimate comfort food for your mind as well as your soul. And our aim is simple at both Fraser’s and Harbour Lights: we want all our beloved customers to leave the restaurant with big smiles on their faces. You can come in feeling a bit miserable but the atmosphere cheers you up, the welcome from the team, a bit of light banter as they cook for you… it just works.” And Fraser’s is certainly cheery inside; the décor is bright and colourful, with turquoise comfy seating, natural wood and splashes of primary colours. One unique feature is that Fraser’s is one of only a handful of fish and chip shops in the UK that serves truly gluten free fish
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ì RIGHT On a hot, summer’s day, Fraser’s fish and chips make for a fantastic picnic
and chips, seven days a week; they even have accreditation from Coeliac UK. Pete explains: “We invested a lot in being able to offer gluten free by installing a completely separate filtration system so that there is no chance of cross-contamination. There may not be that many coeliacs but as gluten intolerance is on the increase, we want things to be as inclusive as can be. Oh, and we do sell ‘normal’ fish and chips as well! All fish and chips are fried in a mixture of rapeseed and palm oils.” Both Fraser’s and Harbour Lights pride themselves on their sustainable ethos; they are members of the Sustainable Restaurant Association, are certified by the Marine Stewardship Council and support CWT’s Cornwall Good Seafood Guide. “If the boys are out fishing, we will always have Newlyn landed fish on the menu, also all fish, for those that wish, can be grilled without batter and served with salad rather than chips or ever more popular a bit of both.”
It’s lunchtime and there is a welcoming buzz about the place. Regulars and visitors alike are greeted warmly and there’s a hum of conversation. I ask Pete about his upbeat team. “All handpicked because of their friendly characters. We all like to think of ourselves as a close but slightly dysfunctional family. You have got to fit in!” It’s a fun business with big ambitions and the most picturesque location in Cornwall. After winning best Fish and Chip Restaurant in the UK with Harbour Lights, the challenge is now on to win the same title at Fraser’s and there’s absolutely no reason why they shouldn’t!”
FRASER’S FISH AND CHIP RESTAURANT
Join the team!
Fraser's are looking for enthusiastic staff and apprentices to join the team.
“Our sister restaurant Harbour Lights Falmouth was recently crowned the best Fish and Chip restaurant in the UK”
Western Promenade, Penzance TR18 4HH 01736 339581 www.frasersfishandchips.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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We catch up with all the latest news from some of our favourite chefs, eateries, hotels and pubs!
EGGS-TRAORDINARY TRAORDINARY CHOCOLATE ON SHOW AT I SHOULD COCO We’re very egg-cited for Easter now that we have caught a glimpse of I Should Coco’s amazing new range of unique, beautifully decorated, handmade Easter eggs. Available in milk, dark and white chocolate, these fabulous eggs are sure to please and provide ideal gifts for chocolate-lovers. Of course, Easter isn’t the only holiday creeping up on us. For a Mother’s Day and Easter gift with a difference, why not book onto a chocolate workshop and make the perfect present! Adults and junior workshops will be running over the Easter holidays and offer a great opportunity to
make and take home something special and delicious for a loved one; of course, we won’t tell anyone if you keep the chocolate to yourself! I SHOULD COCO 39 Fore Street, St Ives TR26 1HE 01736 798756 chocolatier@ishouldcoco.co.uk www.ishouldcoco.co.uk
RELAXING SPA OR REFRESHING WALK, HOW WILL YOU ACCOMPANY YOUR LUNCH? GET A TASTE FOR THE FINER THINGS IN LIFE AT THE SANCTUARY, TRURO New wine merchant and bar, The Sanctuary, is set to dedicate a week to celebrating fine wines, champagnes and eclectic spirits in the heart of Truro, from Monday 6th to Sunday 12th March. With highlights including tastings, demonstrations, film screenings, special offers and parties – all at the new venue on Old Bridge Street – the week coincides with the launch of a special membership club called the Sanctuary Seekers, members of which will benefit from discounts, exclusive deals and loyalty rewards. The club will also be the first to hear of exclusive events so, with free annual membership available during Sanctuary Week, it’s definitely not one to miss. David McWilliam, owner of The Sanctuary, explains: “Sanctuary week will be a fantastic way to explore the world of wine and a great introduction to what we do here.” He continues, telling us, “For instance, I like that people can just pop in for a coffee or a glass of wine. It makes the Sanctuary a calm, friendly place to hang out and that’s really what we’re about, whether on a work-day morning or a hair-down Saturday night.” THE SANCTUARY 18 Old Bridge Street, Truro TR1 2AH 01872 271757
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Let us paint a picture for you… Upon arriving at the enviably located St Enodoc Hotel you spend just a moment taking in the ever-changing views of the Camel estuary and already begin to feel a sense of calm sweep over you. Walking through the front doors into the hotel, you are immediately greeted by friendly staff. Now, depending on what time you arrive, a multitude of possibilities awaits you: Relax and unwind with an invigorating treatment in the oh-so pampering day spa. Then enjoy a delicious light lunch prepared from fresh local produce by Head Chef James Nathan, who creates a superb range of dishes that focus on healthy modern European recipes. Or perhaps you want to take it easier and indulge in a fabulous afternoon tea whilst overlooking the stunning scenery? And just maybe, after this refreshing and rejuvenating experience at the St Enodoc Hotel, you feel up to a fantastic walk along the ancient Saints Way, a beautiful trail that leads you from Padstow to Fowey, through breathtaking countryside. ST ENODOC HOTEL Rock PL27 6LA 01208 863394 info@enodoc-hotel.co.uk www.enodoc-hotel.co.uk
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SPRING INTO ACTION AND ENJOY THE FANTASTIC SEASONAL FARE AT THE LEMON ARMS
PLAY, EAT AND DRINK AT BEN TUNNICLIFFE SENNEN COVE Freshly caught fish and seasonal fruit and vegetables feature heavily on the menu at Ben Tunnicliffe Sennen Cove, creating a thriving foodie destination in west Cornwall. Respected chef, Ben, is passionate about seasonal produce, and proudly supports local farmers and fishermen. Not only is the beachside restaurant a must for any foodie, it is also family and dog-friendly. Add its stunning location to these allures, and you have a real haven. Situated in a rugged and unspoilt bay, just two miles from Land’s End, the restaurant enjoys commanding views. In summer watch over people basking in the sun and surf from the decking, or spend winter days nestled by the fire with a hot chocolate as pro-surfers wrestle the waves below. A family friendly restaurant with stunning views and quality food, where else would you want to be?
Offering a traditional village pub atmosphere, the Lemon Arms in Mylor Bridge is the perfect place to enjoy a well-earned drink and some hearty and freshly prepared pub grub. With winter behind us we are very excited to see spring produce appearing on the Lemon Arms menu! Nothing welcomes a fresh new season like a spirited walk around the outstanding surrounding countryside followed by a fabulous, and generouslyportioned, Sunday roast with a pint that never fails to hit the spot. You couldn’t plan a better day if you tried! So dig out those walking boots and take a good old stroll along the creek before heading into the welcoming atmosphere of the Lemon Arms and a team who take great delight in refuelling wary travellers and trekkers with good honest food, locally sourced just for you.
BEN TUNNICLIFFE SENNEN COVE Sennen Cove TR19 7BT 01736 871191 restaurant@benatsennen.com www.benatsennen.com
THE LEMON ARMS Lemon Hill, Mylor Bridge TR11 5NA • 01326 373666 www.staustellbrewery.co.uk/pub/falmouth/lemon-arms
SAVOUR HENLYS’ CORNISH GIN SELECTION AND LOCALLY SOURCED DISHES IN HELSTON While we count down the days for spring and summer why not spend your weekends enjoying all that Henlys Bar and Restaurant has to offer. Celebrate your well-deserved weekend in style by tasting your way through the fantastic selection of Cornish gins, which includes favourites such as Curio, Tarquin’s and Elemental. Frankly, is there a better way to toast the weekend than with a Cornish gin and tonic in hand while soaking up the vibrant atmosphere of the bar? After your spirited Saturday evening you can then take a leisurely stroll down to Henlys to make the most of the superb restaurant. On Sundays, between 12pm and 2.30pm, you can tuck into a
delicious Sunday roast. This foodie feast is made with all local ingredients, such as meat from Retallack’s Farm in the Lizard. You can savour this fantastic Cornish foodie experience with the current promotion of two roasts and a bottle of wine for £20! Perfect for those lazy Sunday afternoons with someone special. HENLYS 2 Church Street, Helston TR13 8TG 01326 561141 www.henlysbarandrestaurant.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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FEED YOUR SOUL AT HAYWOOD FARM’S SUNDAY CIDER SOCIALS Haywood Farm, Cornwall’s most authentic cider farm has announced its programme of live music events for 2017. The Sunday Cider Socials, as the farm’s events are known, are all set in the idyllic surroundings of Haywood and have become a hugely popular feature in the Cornish calendar. A combination of live music, fine cider and local ale, as well as a hearty barbeque cooking up some of the finest local produce, makes for a memorable afternoon for locals and visitors alike. The action kicks off at 3pm on 30th April, with the high energy, Celtic folk rock band Black Friday taking centre stage. Head to the Haywood Farm website for a full list of music dates, as well as details of orchard tours and shop opening hours. After all, boasting some of the finest cider in Cornwall, you’d be a fool to not sample some for yourself!
SEVENSTONES SHRUB CO. BRINGS 18TH CENTURY DRINK TO PORTHLEVEN During the 18th Century, due to heavy taxes on imported spirits, smugglers would sling their barrels of rum overboard in order to avoid the excise officers, returning later to retrieve them from the seabed. Often, after time spent under the sea, the rum would become tainted with salt water. To overcome this briny obstacle, citrus shrub cordials were created to mix with the tainted rum, masking the nasty aftertaste and even enhancing the flavour! Ben and Harry, two friends living in the small fishing village of Porthleven, decided to try it for themselves and set about hand crafting their own shrub cordials, using the same traditional methods and ingredients. Under the name Sevenstones, they now make small batch runs of 100 bottles, using original Cornish recipes taken from 18th century books. When we asked what goes into shrub, the pair explained that each batch is a blend of botanicals, herbs, spices, honey, citrus fruits and hand foraged local rock samphire, which can only be found on the cliff tops, within reach of the Atlantic’s spray. For the full, traditional shrub experience, try two parts of rum to one part shrub. Or, if rum isn’t your thing, shrub also works well over ice and soda water, but don’t just take our word for it! SEVENSTONES CO sevenstonesdrinks@gmail.com www.sevenstonesdrinks.co.uk Seven Stones
HAYWOOD FARM St Mabyn, Bodmin PL30 3BU 01208 840140 www.haywoodfarmcider.co.uk
HARBOUR LIGHTS, FALMOUTH WINS BEST FISH AND CHIPS IN THE UK When only fish and chips will hit the spot, be sure to treat yourself to the best in the UK. The Harbour Lights in Falmouth has been crowned the Best Independent Fish and Chip Restaurant in the UK, after coming out on top at the 2017 National Fish and Chip Awards – widely considered the ‘Oscars’ of the fish and chip industry. The secret recipe batter and responsibly sourced fish, as well as the twice cooked, local chips clearly went a long way towards the award, not to mention the team’s sustainable and local sourcing
ethos, the restaurant’s staff training as well as its community engagement as and staggeringly beautiful views! Self-confessed fish and chip fanatic and Harbour Lights owner, Pete Fraser believes that traditional fish and chips is the best comfort food in the world and that, when you get it right, it’s good for both the mind and soul! Pay a visit and see for yourself – you certainly won’t be disappointed. HARBOUR LIGHTS RESTAURANT Arwenack Street, Falmouth TR11 3LH 01326 316934 www.harbourlights.co.uk
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Food & Drink Festival
Our roots lie in luxury Set within 43 acres of beautiful Victorian wooded parkland; The Cornwall Hotel, Spa & Estate is a stunning hideaway in the heart of South Coast Cornwall, offering everything from a relaxing spa retreat or family getaway to the perfect foodie fantasy experience. Explore the great outdoors, relax in the rejuvenating Clearing Spa or indulge in the mouth-watering Elephant Bar & Brasserie.
Fri 12th & Sat 13th 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.
There’s something for everyone at The Cornwall Hotel.
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Carvery Menu One course £12, two course £17 and three course £20 (free gift for all Mums!) Available 12pm – 2:30pm Sunday 26th March - Booking essential
OUTSIDE CATERING FOR YOUR DAY, YOUR WAY Family Golf & Restaurant • Children’s Play Area • Sunday Carvery Beer Garden • 18 Hole Par 3 Golf Course • Fun for all the family Outside Catering • Cornish Hog Roast
Whealdream Redruth Road Helston Cornwall TR13 0LR
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Starters
Carvery
Desserts
Minted Pea & Watercress Soup with Fresh Bread Roll
Choose from:
Roast West-Country Beef
Strawberry & Clotted Cream Cheesecake with Vanilla Ice-cream
Duck & Port Pate
Roast Turkey
Toasted Brioche & Red Onion Jam
Roast Lamb
Breaded Goats Cheese Apple Salad & Cranberry Sauce
Honey Glazed Ham
Today’s Vegetables are:
Broccoli & Cauliflower Cheese,
Triple Chocolate Mousse with fresh Raspberries Steamed Lemon Pudding with Chantilly Cream
Creamy Leeks, Red Cabbage, Roast Parsnips, Carrot & Swede Mash Please help yourself to
Roast Potatoes, Yorkshire Puddings, Stuffing and Gravy
Fowey Valley, 7 Castle Hill, Lostwithiel, Cornwall PL22 0DD T: (01208) 872223 • F: (01208) 873568 bookings@foweyvalleyhotel.co.uk • www.bw-foweyvalley.co.uk Wherever Life Takes You, Best Western Is There.® Each Best Western® branded hotel is independently owned and operated.
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Easter
TREATS
Baker Tom’s hot cross bun recipe is perfect, with Easter just around the corner.
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delicious combination of sweet and savoury, finished with a sticky glaze, hot cross buns are a real Easter treat. The best part is, according to Tom, they’re incredibly simple to make, so don’t be put off by the list of ingredients! Nothing beats the reward of a fresh tray, filling the morning air with the rich aroma of spices.
Baker Tom’s
HOT CROS S BU NS
INGREDIENTS
For the bun: 14g fresh yeast or 7g dried yeast 400g bread flour 200g warm milk 55g sugar 5g salt 6g mixed spice 50g softened butter 50g mixed peel 100g raisins 1 egg For the cross: 50g flour 50g water For the glaze: 30g sugar 30g water
METHOD
1. Place the flour, sugar, yeast, salt and mixed spice into a mixing bowl. Rub the butter into the flour mix until it resem bles breadcrumbs. 2. Add the mixed peel and raisins into the bowl and make a well in the middle. 3. Mix the milk and eggs and place into the flour mix. 4. Mix all the ingredients to form a sti cky dough and knead well for 8 to 10 minu tes until it forms a dough and is no longe r sticky. 5. Rest for an hour and cover with a tea towel or cling film. 6. Divide the dough into 10 equal piece s and mould into round balls. 7. Pre-heat your oven to 200°C or 400° F. 8. Place onto a baking tray and leave to rise for 1 to 1.5 hours. 9. To make the cross, mix the flour and water and mix to form a paste that resembles double cream. Pipe crosses of this mix onto your buns. 10. Place in the pre-heated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brow n. 11. While the buns are baking, start maki ng the sticky glaze: pour the water and suga r into a saucepan and boil for 3 minutes until it thickens. 12. Glaze the hot cross buns and enjoy !
Hints and tips:
Weighing the milk is more accurate, giving more consistent results. You should also use milk that’s at room temperature – if it’s too hot or cold, the buns won’t rise. And, for a real twist and homemade feel, why not make your own mixed spice with cinnamon and nutmeg and use orange juice to instead of water to make the glaze?
BAKER TOM 01209 218989 info@bakertom.co.uk www.bakertom.co.uk Baker Tom’s @bakertomsbread Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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foodie
Old school
HOSPITALITY Having heard rave reviews, we take a trip to Mount Hawke’s Old School Bar and Kitchen.
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ver the issues, we’ve featured Old School Bar and Kitchen a number of times and, on more than one occasion, we in the office have found ourselves pining over images of the sensational gastro pub’s exceptionally tasty food. Built from a recently refurbished and iconic school building in the heart of Mount Hawke, it certainly has something different to offer and, with this in mind, we decided it was high time one of us headed over and tried it for ourselves. Cornwall Living’s Michelle, who knows a thing or two about fine dining, isn’t often blown away by her culinary experiences but, upon her return to the office one Monday morning, having visited the Old School eatery that weekend, it was abundantly clear that she’d been seriously impressed! Michelle explains: “One thing that struck me most was the clear passion for service that’s shared by the entire team. They know their business and are always on hand to help. For instance, we asked the lovely waitress if she could recommend a wine to accompany what we’d ordered and, really, there couldn’t have been a better match. “I ordered the confit West Country duck leg with rustic croutons which, put simply, was amazing. The whole experience was made easy and relaxed, thanks to the knowledgeable team.” The establishment offers a warm, cosy atmosphere to soak up as well as a varied menu with ingredients sourced from suppliers in the surrounding towns and villages, including Truro, St Agnes, Porthtowan and Redruth. What’s more, the team are keen to continue supporting Cornwall’s long brewing tradition and so are incredibly passionate about serving local real ales, beers, ciders and spirits. The one thing Michelle kept saying when we asked her about her trip was: “Seriously, you have to try it!” So, why not take her advice? We certainly will be!
é ABOVE & ê BELOW Fabulous food, beautifully presented
OLD SCHOOL BAR AND KITCHEN Mount Hawke TR4 8BA 01209 891609 www.osbk.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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An African
indulgence
Enjoy a truly inspiring blend of South African cuisine with locally sourced, Cornish ingredients. It’s a foodie experience you won’t forget but will seek to recreate through many future visits.
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ne chilly January afternoon we were caught off guard by a rather disheartening amount of rain while walking through the beautiful harbourside town of Falmouth. This could easily have dampened our spirits into retreat but we decided to shake it off and attempt to turn the day around by finding somewhere special to have a meal. And find somewhere special we did. As the cold wraps its fingers around our bones we feel ourselves being drawn to the eye-catching and inviting African décor of Amanzi. We walk in and are immediately met with a deliciously warm atmosphere. The décor is made up of eclectic African furnishings and sculptures and at once we start to feel cosy and considerably more relaxed. We have been standing for less than 30 seconds when a smiling Carolyn walks up and welcomes us to her restaurant before offering us a table for two. We sit and turn to the fabulous wooden menus
that are handed to us. Our eyes widen and our stomachs start to ache in longing; how on earth are we going to choose when everything takes our fancy! We start off with something easy, a drink, and both opt for what is described as South Africa’s most popular beer, Castle. We sip the refreshing, golden lager as our eyes pour over the menu. The menu boasts an incredible array of choices, from locally caught seafood to perfectly cooked steak on a skewer. Finally, after what seems like years of deliberating we reach a decision and order. Our prestarters are brought out nearly immediately. Amanzi’s own South African Biltong and Droëwors, a delicious dried and cured beef and sausage. For two people who have been scrambling along cliffs for most of the day, these cured meats prove the perfect nibble to satiate our now rumbling bellies. Just as we bite into the last piece of cured beef our starters appear. I have the deep fried Brie, which ebbs out of its breaded coat
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é ABOVE Deep fried Brie, a cheeselover's paradise é ABOVE MIDDLE Melt in your mouth Malva Pudding é ABOVE TOP Bobotie, mouth-watering mutton with a cream topping é TOP RIGHT Calamari, from sea to plate í BOTTOM LEFT Droëwors, a real South African treat
when cut open – a sight truly pleasing to any lover of cheese. I am so engrossed in my own food that I completely forget to ask my partner how his Calamari is until I have finished, but the look on his face suggests he has been in a similar foodinduced trance. We make a mental note to enjoy our next course with a little more restraint as we ravished our starters while in a state of foodie delight. But when the mains are laid on the table and our eyes widen once more, all thoughts of taking it slow evaporate. My Cape Malay curry is presented with such care that it is almost a shame to tuck in, but tuck in I do as it smells delicious and I cannot wait to try it! The menu describes the curry as having a “deep flavour”, which doesn’t even come close to doing it justice! Ordinarily, I am a slow eater but the plate before me manages to decimate this as I finish my food in record time. Again I forget to ask my fellow diner about his food. It seems the enchanting
cuisine at Amanzi renders my manners useless and he has long since finished his evidently delicious Bobotie, a lightly spiced mutton dish. We sit back in satisfaction before remembering that we still have one course left. I opt for Malva pudding, a beautifully moist toffee dessert, and opposite goes for the Coffee Bay mud pie. Both desserts are, as expected, sensational. We lean back and nurse our now satisfied bellies. While my stomach tells me I won’t need to eat for a while, I cannot stop thinking about returning to Amanzi on a monthly, or even a weekly or daily, basis and working my way through its fantastic menu, which is served with a smile and obvious dedication to great cuisine.
AMANZI
Every issue, we dine undercover at a different restaurant, tasting the menu and putting the team through their paces in search of the finest eateries, freshest produce and best service. It’s a tough job but someone has to do it! Look out for our ‘Tried and Tasted’ seal of approval.
38 Arwenack Street, Falmouth TR11 3JF 01326 312678 www.amanzirestaurant.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Take a
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Tywarnhayle Inn has everything you need to relax after an early-spring stroll on the beach.
ocated just 100 yards from Perranporth beach, Tywarnhayle Inn is the perfect spot to retreat to after a breezy, seaside walk. Whether you’re looking for a scenic spot to enjoy a glass of wine or pint of cask ale, or shelter and warmth after a long walk on the sands of Perranporth, there are many reasons to visit Tywarnhayle Inn. Take the family for a stroll and, afterwards, the kids can make the most of the pool table or one of the many board games available. Meanwhile, the adults can order a fresh, hot coffee and simply take a load off. Comfortable chairs and well-spaced tables make dining at Tywarnhayle comfortable, allowing plenty of room for everyone – even the dog! Come summertime, as the sun admires its reflection in the Atlantic, the Tywarnhayle beer garden is ideal for chilling in the sun with a couple of cold ones, so why not take a deck of cards and while away a balmy afternoon in one of the beach-hut style booths? With
tempting lunch and dinner menus, you might just be tempted to make a day of it. In the meantime, there’s plenty going on to keep you busy. Bring the gang on Mondays and take on the quizmaster’s conundrums or, after a long week at the office, shrug it all off on Friday night with some live music and a tipple of your choosing from the extensive bar menu. Every Sunday, there’s a delicious carvery on offer accompanied by live music, so you can round of your weekend with all the trimmings and get yourself ready for the week ahead, while enjoying the atmosphere. So, if you enjoy good food, great scenery and a bar menu that’s well suited to quenching that inevitable sea-air thirst, why not get yourself to Tywarnhayle Inn?
TYWARNHAYLE INN
Tywarnhayle Square, Perranporth TR6 0ER 01872 572215 www.tywarnhayleinn.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
é ABOVE Contemporary and airy dining area í BELOW LEFT Just a short walk from the beach
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Caribbean flare in
CORNWALL H
Laura Jewell takes on the tantalising menu at Cribbs Caribbean Restaurant, Falmouth.
aving heard nothing but rave reviews, and with a mind to mix things up a little, I decided it was time to pay Cribbs on Falmouth’s Arwenack Street a visit. I simply had to see what all the fuss was about. Upon arrival, we were immediately welcomed and shown to a beautifully lit table by the window. The waitress, friendly and smiling throughout the evening, took our drinks order and promptly delivered the menus. After what seemed like an age of deliberating between equally tempting dishes, we made up our minds. I started with Caribbean crab and fish cakes with mango, tomato and red onion salsa, while my friend impetuously settled for Falmouth Bay scallops, served with a spicy cashew dressing and seasonal salad. To those of you who enjoy locally caught seafood, I’ll say now: get yourselves to Cribbs. Astounded by our appetisers, having all but licked our plates clean, we sat back and awaited our mains, soaking up the warm, easygoing atmosphere. They soon arrived, hot and fresh; bearing our cutlery and donning napkins
in true Wile E. Coyote fashion, we dove in. My Jamaican jerk chicken with seasoned rice, fried plantain and pineapple chutney (of which there was lots) was sensational! My friend, who went for the pineapple and coconut janga – a balanced combination of mussels, prawns, scallops, squid and whitefish cooked with pineapple, onion garlic and peppers – was, quite simply, blown away. First opened in 2007 and located just off the marina in Falmouth, Cribbs is Cornwall’s only Caribbean restaurant. Head Chef and owner, John Duncan hails from St Vincent and infuses his native culinary influences into everything on the menu. In fact, even as we sat bursting at the seams from our two generous courses, the smells drifting from the open kitchen had our mouths watering and curiosities burning, hotter than ever; we’d barely scratched the surface of what the menu had to offer! And so, as we thanked the team and headed out into the fresh, Falmouth sea air, we agreed to come back again soon for lunch. After all, who could say no to sticky barbeque ribs and rum?
CRIBBS CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT 33 Arwenack Street, Falmouth TR11 3JE 01326 210000 info@cribbscornwall.co.uk www.cribbscornwall.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
î BELOW RIGHT A powerful combination of flavour and presentation ç LEFT Cribbs uses only the freshest ingredients
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Seasonal
SENSATION As winter turns to spring, Trebah Kitchen is set to up the game on its incredible, seasonal menu.
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s winter comes to an end and the seasonal menu board looks forward to foraged spring leaves, fresh Cornish lamb and much lighter, less hearty offerings, Executive Chef at Trebah Kitchen, Daniel Gvalda’s thoughts turn to planning this season’s set menu. Ever focused on using the freshest, local ingredients and continuing the theme of approachable, bistro-style dining, Trebah Kitchen’s new menu is certain to deliver both excitingly different food and firm, traditional garden favourites. Trebah Kitchen itself is a fresh, bright and contemporary space with clean lines, splashes of vibrant colour and its own terrace set amongst tropical planting. Open daily from 10am and serving the most delicious homemade cakes, breakfasts, lunches as well as afternoon tea, a visit to Trebah Gardens is never complete without a pit stop at the Kitchen. What’s more, it’s open free of charge to those not visiting the gardens, who simply want something fine and fresh to eat. New additions include Fal estuary mussels poached in Helford Creek cider and Rhodda’s cream – perfect for those looking to make the most of Cornish coastal flavours, while the fresh crab open sandwich promises to satisfy even the heartiest appetite for alfresco dining. Throughout the year, Dan will be constantly developing the menu and trialling new dishes on a daily basis, so we recommend keeping an eye on the specials board! Being a Michelin-trained, former Master Chef quarter-finalist, Dan is passionately and fervently going about finalising his plan for Trebah Kitchen’s first Feast Night, set to be held on the evening of the equinox. Entitled ‘Trebah Late’, the evening will see Dan conjure up a multi-course tasting menu, personally introducing each course and its origin, as well as offering dish specific wines. The evening is certain to be both an enjoyable and educational event and the best part is, afterwards, you can let the feast go down with a stroll around Trebah’s beautiful gardens, which will be open until sun down.
é ABOVE A combination of different woods gives the Trebah Kitchen a contemporary feel ê BELOW Natural daylight floods in through the 'glass wall'
TREBAH KITCHEN
Mawnan Smith, Falmouth TR11 5JZ 01326 252200 www.trebahgarden.co.uk/eat Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Got to visit... HOOKED ON THE ROCKS
Overlooking Swanpool Beach and Falmouth Bay, Hooked on the Rocks is only a short walk from Falmouth Town with views to Pendennis castle and St Anthony’s lighthouse. Whether you’re soaking up some rays, or storm watching, this wonderful beachside bistro offers an impressive backdrop to your dining experience. The restaurant sources the majority of its seafood and shellfish from the local Newlyn market; the freshest produce reflected in the diverse menu. For the casual eaters, there’s an exciting tapas menu, perfect if you want a light bite or to create the ultimate sharing feast. The menu offers a wide range of fish dishes, with meat and vegetarian options too along with a ‘specials’ board making the very most of seasonal locally sourced produce. The signature platters are a great way to try the local shellfish, with the choice of adding a crab or lobster (caught within nine miles of the restaurant) from the in-house tank. For Sunday Lunch, enjoy a serving of the Hooked roast with all the trimmings; this has gained an avid following, so make sure you book ahead! Hooked on the Rocks is great for a morning coffee in the sun, a long and lazy al fresco lunch, or the perfect way to end a hard day out and about. HOOKED ON THE ROCKS Swanpool, Falmouth TR11 5BG 01326 311886 www.hookedcornwall.com/hooked-on-the-rocks Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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What’s on at 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
Sunday from 2pm • Willie and the Bandits • People’s String Foundation • Company B
It’s
BACK!
The New Inn in Goonhavern offers a unique blend of style and comfort in which to enjoy your meal. words by:
Mandy Milano
Porthleven Food & Music Festival that is… with chefs, food, music, drink and lots more!
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ow in its ninth year (and they said it wouldn’t last!) Porthleven Food & Music Festival is back on 21st to 23rd April. Last year it was an absolute stunner with a whole myriad of food on offer to try and to buy, cookery demonstrations, street food cooking up a storm, buskers, champagne bar, oysters, gin bar, evening concerts and even a glitter ball! This year promises to be another stunner with food producers queuing up all year to get a stall and, even better, The Lime Kiln Stage is back featuring local musicians, bands and singers. From Rosie Crow and Suzie Mac to the Oggymen and Porthleven Town Band stop a while, enjoy a beer from the bar, and listen to some of the best music money just can’t buy. The Food & Music Festival is organised every year by a small committee of 10 volunteers and a band of other volunteers. I met up with Chairman, David Turnbull, committee members Andy Morse and Mandy Feldon, who explained that it really is run on a shoestring… they have a small fund of about £2000 for some admin and time, but apart
from that everyone is unpaid. “It has become such a huge part of the community and last year drew around 30,000 to our small harbour town, both locals and visitors. They fall in love with the place and come back to visit when it’s quieter.” David tells me: “We need professional help too now, so Kelvin and Alec from the Masked Ball are bringing their expertise to the organisation. Wherever we can, we are using local people and companies to help. And we have some truly wonderful supporters: Trevor Osborne has supported the festival from the very first year, with money and help, Above Beach Cottages and Classic Cottages are also great supporters… and then, of course, there are all the local businesses and locals who either really enjoy or ‘put up with’ a weekend of mayhem and a little madness in the town.” So put the dates in your diary now and get ready to party, eat some delicious food and watch some of the best chefs at work.
PORTHLEVEN FOOD FESTIVAL www.porthlevenfoodfestival.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Shopping ç MAIN Ladies’ watch: 7140R-001
A matter
of time
Keep up to date with a Patek Philippe perpetual calendar watch, from Michael Spiers. words by:
Dan Warden
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atek Phillippe, the undisputed expert in the art of watchmaking, is the creator of some of the world’s most complicated timepieces. It has more than 100 major patented innovations, as well as the largest collection of complex watches in regular production, including the perpetual calendar. This watch function, which displays the day, date and month of the year, can even take date variations such as leap years into account, making it outstandingly accurate. Company founder, Jean Adrien Philippe, has linked this feature to Patek Philippe since the patent of the mechanism in 1889. In 1925, the innovation established the company as the master of the complicated watch, a term referring to timepieces with extra functions – complications – on top of the simple reading of minutes and hours. Today, the perpetual calendar remains just as popular and while some watches use apertures to display the day and month, others make use of sub-dials. A great example of the latter is the 5140P-017, a design that’s key to the Patek Phillippe perpetual calendar family. The reason it’s so important is because it houses a unique, ultra thin selfwinding movement that’s been fitted into the timepiece in an engineering master-class. In recent years, there’s been a boom in demand for not only ladies’ mechanical watches, but also for ladies’ watches with complications, a demand that Patek Philippe has met. The 7140R – the first ladies’ perpetual calendar with ultra-thin, selfwinding movement – is a fine example.
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To see for yourself the perfect blend of style, functionality and expert craftsmanship that oozes from the Patek Philippe range, visit Michael Spiers in Truro.
MICHAEL SPIERS 82 Lemon Street, Truro TR1 2QA 01872 272264 www.michaelspiers.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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l i r p A at HFC
From Olivier Award-winning shows to soul-shaking percussion and heart-stopping pyrotechnics, there’s something to entertain everyone at Hall for Cornwall this coming April.
n Owen Jones
That’ll Be The Day
Saturday 1st April The UK’s No.1 rock ‘n’ roll variety production, That’ll Be The Day returns to Hall for Cornwall with its latest, most popular show! Featuring a sensational lineup of classic hits, spanning the ‘50s right through to the ‘70s and ‘80s, mixed with hilarious comedy, stunning costumes and live music performances, you’ll be dancing in the aisles before the night is over.
Nell Gwynn
Tuesday 4th to Saturday 8th April Winner of the 2016 Olivier Award for Best New Comedy, Jessica Swale’s blissfully funny Nell Gwynn heads to Truro, direct from sell-out runs in the West End and at the Globe Theatre. Jessica Swale’s warmhearted, bawdy comedy tells the story of an unlikely heroine, who went from lowly orange seller to win the adoration of the public and the heart of the King. Starring Olivier Award nominated actress Laura Pitt Pulford, Nell Gwynn is brought to the stage by English Touring Theatre.
Owen Jones: The Politics of Hope
Monday 10th April The popular Guardian columnist and author of Chavs and The Establishment shines some light on a positive way forward. Owen Jones is a regular contributor to the New Statesman and The Independent and appears regularly as a panelist and commentator on BBC Radio 4’s Any Questions and Question Time. He’s even a trade union lobbyist and parliamentary researcher, helping Labour plan backbench rebellions on issues ranging from civil liberties to workers’ rights.
Champions of Magic
Wednesday 12th April Direct from a hit season in London’s West End, the world-class illusionists that make up the Champions of Magic are back for a spectacular night of mystery that’ll keep you guessing, long after the final curtain. Witness the impossible, including disappearances, teleportation and a heart-stopping finale and enjoy lighting and pyrotechnics that rival the biggest arena productions.
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Out & about
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Fascinating Aïda’s Dillie Keane
Thursday 13th April Dillie Keane takes a short break from her Fascinating Aida gal pals to present her first solo show in 558 years! With some brand new songs, grand old favourites, songs of love and songs of disgraceful filth, Dillie will break your heart, mend it again and have it sent to the cleaners for pressing. She’ll also give you her recipe for chutney while she’s at it.
Seven Drunken Nights: The Story of the Dubliners
Friday 14th April Seven Drunken Nights brings to life the music of Ireland’s favourite sons, The Dubliners. Telling the story of a career spanning 50 years, a hugely talented cast of musicians and singers bring the music of this iconic group to life. This is a guaranteed evening of music, humour and ‘craic’ with classics including The Wild Rover, The Black Velvet Band and, of course, The Seven Drunken Nights, to name a few!
Yamato: The Challengers
Saturday 15th April The internationally renowned Yamato Drummers return by popular demand this April. Their acclaimed performances of Japanese Taiko drumming and music have captivated audiences of over six million people across the globe. In this brand new show, the drummers challenge and push themselves to their absolute limits, leaving audiences exhilarated.
Dirty Dancing
Monday 17th to Saturday 22nd April Exploding with heart-pounding music, breathtaking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing, this worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds as they come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives. Featuring 35 hit
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songs, including Hungry Eyes and the heartstopping (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life, this is not one to be missed!
Reginald D Hunter
Thursday 27th April Reginald D Hunter returns to HfC with his highly anticipated brand new show, Some People v Reginald D Hunter. Reginald’s searingly honest material has garnered him a popular fan base that spans the generations. His appearances on television have included 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown and the hugely popular threepart BBC2 series, Reginald D Hunter’s Songs Of The South.
Iconic – The Show
Friday 28th April Steve Steinman’s all new hit show Iconic delivers the best soundtracks from some of the coolest and most iconic movies of all time. A full cast of singers and dancers alongside a formidable band blast their way through some of the most recognisable music on the screen, including hits from Kill Bill, Pulp Fiction, Bond, and many more. With tracks by Queen, AC/DC, Tina Turner, Prince, as well as awesome pyrotechnics, it’s a show that’s sure to blow you away!
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
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racing in Rio
In between training and exploring Cornwall with her two whippets, paratriathlete Melissa Reid finds time to sit down and have a chat with us about life before and after winning bronze at the 2016 Rio Paralympics. words by:
Annie Cowen
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ast year we saw the Rio 2016 Olympics and Paralympics whiz by in a blur of outstanding achievements and breathtaking ceremonies. And while Britain achieved truly staggering results, here in Cornwall we were holding a collective breath for local Cornish paratriathlete Melissa Reid, who walked away from her first Paralympics with a bronze medal. I was lucky enough to have a chat with Melissa about her time growing up in Cornwall but I was cautious of taking up too much of her valuable time, as training for the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics is a full-time task! Growing up in Cornwall, Melissa was surrounded by the sea. But much to my surprise she was not always comfortable with the water. “My love of water took a long time to grow,” begins Melissa. “I started out scared to death but eventually grew to love it. After joining Surf Life Saving and
learning the skills I needed I soon became confident and gradually made the transition over to triathlons. Without living in Cornwall I wouldn’t have the love of water that I do now. I really couldn’t think of a better place to grow up.” Well Melissa, neither could I! But I am now intrigued as to how Melissa started triathlons, as I certainly love swimming in the sea but I have never thought to run and cycle afterwards! “Triathlon had never really been a thought in my life, nor had becoming a professional athlete. As a teenager I wanted to work as a lifeguard on the beach before travelling the world doing the same. Unfortunately, this is not what happened. Due to my vision I was unable to work on the beach; after years of training my world fell apart and I didn’t know what to do”. Melissa continues, “After a few weeks of feeling angry and bitter I decided to use my vision to my advantage and so, for the first time ever, turned to
ë MAIN Earning the bronze medal in Rio 2016
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Living in Cornwall
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Day in the life
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trial paratriathlon. After my first race I was hooked and there was no going back”. It is a remarkable show of resolve that Melissa has shown; she is the epitome of leaning into the curve that life throws at you. I ask her how it feels to be such an inspiration and find myself captivated by her modesty. “I do not see myself as an inspiration. I have just gone and tried my best at something I enjoy; it has its ups and downs. It is a privilege that people see me as an inspiration but I am just like everyone else who wants to achieve; if you give everything you have then you will get there.”
Discover more
You can find out more about Melissa’s story, and follow her throughout her journey to Tokyo 2020, by visiting her website at www.melissareid.org.uk
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é ABOVE Melissa receiving her well-deserved bronze medal alongside her guide, Nicole Walters
Truer words could not have been said and I feel myself making a mental note to remember this and draw from it in the future. While some move away in ease of access to their work, Melissa is determined to stay within her Cornish roots. “I see myself in Cornwall for the rest of my life. I do not intend on moving for training or work purposes. I have a brilliant social and supportive network here with TR1 coaching and the St Austell swim club; I wouldn’t change it for the world. My quality of life here in Cornwall is better than any training facility in the country.”
é ABOVE Melissa in front of the Cornish sea that began her love of the water
“While there are plenty of quiet spots that Melissa enjoys around Cornwall, Porthtowan has to be her favourite”
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So, it looks like Melissa will be staying in Cornwall whenever possible and only leaving for the important things… like the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics, where Melissa hopes to bring home gold. I want to wish Melissa luck but I think back to what she says about giving everything she has and I realise she doesn’t need it; she already has all that she needs to do amazingly; the drive and determination to succeed at what she loves. I cannot wait to see where the future takes her.
MELISSA REID www.melissareid.org.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Learn how to take the perfect picture while enjoying the experience of a lifetime on one of Carla Regler’s amazing workshop getaways.
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alking the timeless Cornish landscape is a pure and memorable experience. The views atop heather-coated cliffs and rocky tors will never fail to take your breath away. But while memories may fade, a perfectly executed photograph will not and can even help bring a little bit of sunshine to the darker days of the year. When she isn’t off stunning the world with her amazing snapshots of captivating landscapes, natural wildlife and unpredictable elements, Carla is encouraging and instructing others in the fascinating art of photography. Drawing upon her own experience, Carla is a big fan of utilising residential workshops. These fantastic experiences give you the chance to spend upwards of two days surrounded by likeminded people while developing your craft. These residential workshops can take place here in the scenery close to our hearts in Cornwall, on the water at the Isle of Wight or across the seas amidst new and fantastic landscapes, with the help of Carla’s industry partners Light and Land Photographic Tours and Holidays. Explore and capture the rugged yet serene shores of Norway, the icy snows and ever-changing light of Iceland and the vibrant, historical scenes of Italy. These fantastic, educational getaways give you the chance to learn in an inspirational and encouraging environment while having the opportunity to see and capture some truly outstanding scenes. Of course, these views are made all the sweeter by the fact that during these retreats you won’t have to worry about organising a thing! All accommodation and travelling is sorted for you so all you need to think about is turning up, having an amazing time and returning home with some unforgettable photographs. Another unmissable perk of going with photography groups is they take you to the right locations at the right time of day so as to ensure you’re seeing them in the right light and conditions. Carla can also organise private workshops, tailored to individuals or small groups of any age, aimed at perfecting your photography skills. So get that camera at the ready, as you aren’t going to want to miss a moment.
CARLA REGLER
Carla Regler Photography and Gallery Chapel Terrace, Porthleven 01326 354171 carla@carlaregler.com www.carlaregler.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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The Cornwall Living guide to art around the county
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The Wren By Stephen Cummins
Equanimity By Steve Slimm
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French Town By Andrew Lanyon
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The Sunny South By Walter Langley
1. STEVE SLIMM
2. THE BANK SQUARE GALLERY
3. STUDIO GALLERY
4. PENLEE HOUSE GALLERY
Visitors are often drawn to Cornwall by its light. The expressionist paintings of Steve Slimm breathe that evocative quality, which is why they’re even studied by art foundation students. This landscape piece can be seen at Tregony Gallery, along with smaller pieces that capture the spirit of ancient Cornwall.
Blossoming over the years, The Bank Square Gallery 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. If it’s seascapes, landscapes or wildlife you are looking for this St Just gallery is well worth a look. Open Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5pm and Saturday, 10am to 4pm.
This spring at Studio Gallery features recent work by Andrew Lanyon as well as the unique rust and metal images by blacksmith and jeweller Lisa Wisdom, red-gold jewellery by Emily Nixon and the vibrant and evocative paintings of Julia Rowlands. Open 10.30am to 5pm, Tuesday to Saturday.
Despite being best known for his watercolours, Langley occasionally worked with oils, giving him access to the prestigious Royal Academy, which favoured oil paintings. This picture was painted in the garden of Pembroke Lodge, Langley’s home in Newlyn and the model for the depicted old gardener was his neighbour – the eminent botanist, William Curnow.
Equanimity By Steve Slimm
Tregony Gallery 58 Fore Street, Tregony Truro TR2 5RW 01872 530505 www.steveslimm.com www.tregonygallery.co.uk
The Wren By Stephen Cummins
Unit 1-2, 5 Bank Square, St Just, Penzance TR19 7HH 01736 788222 /banksquaregallery
French Town By Andrew Lanyon
Fore Street, Porthleven TR13 9HH 01326 617624 07972 158064 /studiogalleryporthleven
The Sunny South By Walter Langley
Morrab Road, Penzance TR18 4HE 01736 363625 www.penleehouse.org.uk
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Showcasing local artists and art galleries
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Steam Bent Twist Mirrors By Beatrix Baker
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That had better be for Me By Thomas Bossard
Bracelet from The Dome Collection By Sally Napier
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Deeply Loved By Mel Chambers
5. THE POLY GUILD
6. ART WORLD GALLERY
7. SALLY NAPIER JEWELLERY
8. ALCHEMY TILES
The Poly Guild stocks a unique range of beautifully crafted work from artists and designers who either live locally or studied in Falmouth. Work includes jewellery, ceramics, prints, glass and textiles and is available exclusively in Falmouth, through the Poly Guild, making the range truly distinctive.
Situated 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.
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.
“Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage” – Lao Tzu. Using 13th century inlay techniques, carved not painted, each tile is uniquely hand carved into wet clay, inlaid, glazed and fired over three days. No tile can be replicated, making each bespoke piece truly one of a kind. Commisions welcome.
Art World Gallery, 62 Church Street, Falmouth TR11 3DS 01326 219323 www.artworldltd.com
Elmsleigh, Pinch Hill, Marhamchurch EX23 0ER 01288 361921 www.sallynapier.co.uk
Rose Cottage, Port Navas, Constantine, Falmouth TR11 5RJ 07768 193848 www.alchemytiles.com
Steam Bent Twist Mirrors By Beatrix Baker
24 Church Street, Falmouth TR11 3EG 01326 319461 www.thepoly.org
That had better be for Me By Thomas Bossard
Bracelet from The Dome Collection By Sally Napier
Deeply Loved By Mel Chambers
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The Cornwall Living guide to art around the county
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Dappled Cove By Sarah Blakey
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At Rest Mevagissey By John Cadle
Porthleven Beach By Jenny Aitken
Moon Jellyfish By Richard Satava
9. CSCAPE ART
10. ATISHOO GALLERY
11. QUAY ART
12. CUSTOMS HOUSE GALLERY
The Craft Kiln (Cornish crafts), Sail Loft Emporium (antiques and collectables) and Cscape Art are part of The Old Workshop, next to the main Charlestown car park. Many originals, prints and cards by artist Sarah Blakey, and photographer Mick Blakey, are available at the gallery. See website for winter opening hours.
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.
Richard creates incredibly lifelike, glass jellyfish sculptures using a centuries-old art form consisting of a glass sculpture inside a second glass layer. Formed first, the inner layer is then dipped into molten glass, encasing it in a solid outer shroud. The result is a stunning hand-blown jellyfish sculpture, available in a variety of colours and only from Quay Art.
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, from oil paintings to sculptures. 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.
Dappled Cove By Sarah Blakey
The Old Workshop, Charlestown, St Austell PL 25 3NJ 01726 66639
www.theoldworkshopcharlestown.co.uk
At Rest Mevagissey By John Cadle
71 Charlestown Road, Charlestown, St Austell PL25 3NL 01726 65900 www.atishoodesigns.co.uk
Moon Jellyfish By Richard Satava
North Quay, Padstow PL28 8AF 01841 533534 www.quay-art.co.uk
Porthleven Beach By Jenny Aitken
Commercial Road, Porthleven TR13 9JD 01326 569365 www.cornwall-art.co.uk
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North Cornwall Coast By Mike Lacey
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Caught In The Snow By Carla Regler
Eat Art Bespoke framing service
13. A GREAT ESCAPE ART
14. WAVES GALLERY
15. CARLA REGLER GALLERY
16. EAT ART
Found on Little Piece of Cornwall, Stuart’s work showcases the colours and textures of our beloved county. He sponges real fish with acrylic paint before rubbing specialist paper onto the surface, a Japanese technique known as Gyotaku. He then adds the finer details, such as the eye, fins and spines, using a pen or paint. His signature, kakihan, is lino printed in a complementing colour, making his work distinctive.
Situated near the stunning harbour of Porthleven, Waves Gallery showcases some of the finest photography of one of Cornwall’s most talented, coastal photographers, Mike Lacey. Mike swims his camera out to the breaks of Cornwall all year round, capturing the magical, stunning views from inside the breaking waves.
Carla is an award-winning landscape photographer based in Porthleven, where she has two galleries, one above the popular kitchen-café Seadrift and a second, recently opened around the corner on Chapel Terrace, stocking a range of beautiful prints and gifts, including Carla’s stunning work and fascinating vintage prints. Contact Carla for workshops in Cornwall.
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.
Waves Gallery, Commercial Road, Porthleven TR13 9JD 01326 368369
1 Chapel Terrace Porthleven TR13 9HS 01326 354171
Empire Way, Tregoniggie Estate, Falmouth TR11 4RX 01326 375917
2 Gurnards By Stuart law
07544 703540
agreatescapeart@gmail.com
North Cornwall Coast By Mike Lacey
www.wavesgallery.co.uk
Caught In The Snow By Carla Regller
www.carlaregler.com
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Shopping TOURMALINES & 18CT GOLD RINGS
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About to celebrate five years of creating beautiful jewellery, and with stunning new collections and all new courses, 2017 is going to be a sterling year for The Jewellery Workshop.
alking along the picturesque Porthleven harbour it’s hard to imagine anything rivalling the beauty of the coast. With the earthy tones of the harbour complementing the compelling blues of the sea and the pop of colour from the fishing boats, it truly is an idyllic place. But then you pause by the shops and find yourself drawn in by one of the window displays with a view to equal the sea. Inside you find an amazing array of handcrafted silver jewellery and exquisite German-made Junkers and Zeppelin wristwatches. This treasure trove of delicate and unique pieces is known simply as The Jewellery Workshop, and one visit will not be enough. In May, The Jewellery Workshop celebrates its fifth year of providing locals, and visitors from afar, with captivating and bespoke jewellery. Indeed, while there’s a fantastic selection instore, if you don’t find what you’re looking for then silver and goldsmiths Rachel and Paul can make it for you, ensuring that you leave with something tailored to you. Similarly, if you have an item of jewellery with sentimental value, such
18ct white and yellow gold diamond ring – £2950
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as an heirloom, they can remodel it with contemporary designs. If you enjoy wearing enviable, handmade jewellery why not try your hand at making it yourself, simply pop into the shop and ask! The workshop itself is an unassuming studio nestled on the opposite side of the harbour. They also offer the one-off experience of crafting your own wedding rings. What could be more special than overlooking the beautiful Porthleven harbour whilst making the wedding rings that you will exchange on the day? “We had a fantastic day making each other’s wedding rings, they are even better than we expected. Thank you so much, Rachel, Paul and Clair for your advice, guidance and for making it such a memorable experience,” say Catheryn and Adrian, the proud owners of beautiful rings and everlasting memories.
The courses
THE JEWELLERY WORKSHOP
Wax-carve a ring, make a mould and cast it in silver: £85
St Elvan’s Courtyard, Harbour Road, Porthleven TR13 9FB 01326 561511 www.porthlevenjewelleryworkshop.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
Try one of Clair and Paul’s fabulous one-off courses, with all materials included! Every Monday: from 10am to 5pm Make a bangle, a stone-set ring and make a pendant in sterling silver: £95 Every Tuesday: at 1pm and 6pm (Except the first Tuesday of the month) Make a textured ring or bangle in sterling silver Ring: £35 Bangle: £45 Every Wednesday: from 10am to 4pm
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Shopping
Meet the maker We catch up with Jane Pollard of Jacques Cabin Furniture – a unique store where you can find one-off pieces of furniture handcrafted using reclaimed materials, now available on the online marketplace Little Piece of Cornwall.
Where do you salvage the materials used to create your vibrant furniture? Before moving to Cornwall, I used to mainly work on house renovations and I was shocked by how much timber was just thrown away. So I started taking it home and re-using it to make furniture. We collect it whenever we come across anywhere that’s getting rid of anything that can be used again. It seems crazy to use new timber when there’s so much good quality timber that can be used again! Is your house filled with your own work? Do you have any special one-off pieces on show? Yes, it’s full of furniture I’ve made over the last 20 years or so. The Tallboy cupboard, which is our personal favourite, was the first Jacques Cabin prototype, which really got me started working in this style as we received so many positive comments from friends.
On average, how long does it take to make a bespoke piece of furniture? What makes up the process? We make everything from mirrors that can be made in a few hours to kitchens, which can take between six and eight weeks! When a client approaches us there are normally a few discussions about the design, sizes and colours they want. I then draw up the design to make sure the client is happy before getting started in the workshop. One of my favourite parts of the whole process is
giving the client information about the provenance of each piece of wood used. Why did you join Little Piece of Cornwall? We love where we live and work and wanted to be part of a marketplace that showcases the best Cornish products. What inspires the unique style your furniture has? I’ve always been impressed by furniture made out of necessity and with the materials someone has to hand at the time. For example, we came across some flooring removed from a Victorian house, which had previously been a shop sign before being repurposed to make floorboards. We will now use it to make cupboards… so that’s at least three uses for one lot of timber and it carries its history with each new use. Living by the sea does help to inspire some of our designs. Especially when you get a creative block as a dog walk on the beach helps to blow the cobwebs away!
LITTLE PIECE OF CORNWALL www.littlepieceofcornwall.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Win a three-night Scilly break for two, worth £925 With azure blue waters, white sandy beaches and a subtropical climate to match, the Isles of Scilly – one of the most beautiful archipelagos in the hemisphere – are one the UK’s best kept secrets. This incredible prize, courtesy of Karma St Martin’s resort, includes a welcome drink, daily breakfast and a lobster dinner for two, as well as sumptuous accommodation in one of the newly refurbished, ocean view rooms.
Add some sparkle
Win a stunning granite necklace from the Tolgus Collection, worth £350
This beautiful necklace is made from tin processed in Cornwall Gold’s Tolgus Mill, combined with sterling silver and rose gold vermeil. Set with polished Cornish granite, the Tolgus Collection is inspired by the bold and strong granite cliffs that surround Portreath.
Fuel up with Kernow Fires!
Win a pallet of locally grown and kiln-dried logs, worth £165 The only choice for woodburners, multi-fuel stoves, Dru gas fires, fuel and fire installations; the team at Kernow Fires strongly believes in quality fuel at affordable prices, delivering locally sourced, kiln-dried logs throughout Cornwall, all year round. So, don’t miss your chance – you could be better prepared than ever for that next cold snap!
A gourmet break
Win a two-night, gourmet break at Merchants Manor, worth £450 Merchants Manor, the warm, comfortable country house overlooking Falmouth bay, is offering the chance to win this incredible two-night break, which includes a five-course, chef’s taster menu on the first night and a three-course, candlelit dinner on the second. The lucky winner will also enjoy complimentary use of the pool, sauna and steam room as well as a free bottle of prosecco!
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Competitions A grand tour
Win a family ticket for a guided tour of Pencarrow House, worth £21.50
The team at Pencarrow House and Gardens are offering you the chance to take a guided family tour of this beautiful Georgian home and learn its colourful history. See the variety of portraits, antiques and furniture before wandering outside in the Grade II listed gardens; it was here that the monkey puzzle tree earned its name!
Get summer ready!
Win three months’ membership at St Michaels Hotel and Spa’s new Health Club, worth £174 To celebrate the launch of its brand new Health Club, the St Michaels Hotel team are offering you the chance to win three months of unlimited use of all its facilities, including the pool, steam room, sauna and hot tubs as well as the state-of-the-art spin studio, gig rowing studio, Matrix CV equipment and its extensive programme of classes.
Get the glow
Win a 60-minute facial treatment with skin consultation and one month’s skincare products, worth over £150
Win a results-driven clinical treatment with Dr Stolte at Medfacials in Truro. The facial consists of two professional treatment masques combined with carefully selected products to optimise results. The treatment is perfect for resurfacing the skin and delivering a clearer, smoother and tighter complexion that is instantly more radiant with a youthful glow.
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Win your dream wedding for less at Kilminorth Cottages with £1000 off venue hire and free accommodation for the bride and groom, worth £1600 With 13 luxury cottages, a stunning licenced ceremony area and a choice of caterers, this beautiful, 32 acre estate could be exclusively yours between Friday 12th and Sunday 15th May 2017 for an unbelievable price, thanks to a last minute cancellation. From bonfires and dancing to a more traditional reception with a gourmet meal; whatever your wedding needs, Kilminorth has everything covered.
A pristine driveway
Win a driveway or patio clean, worth £300
Cornish company, Eco Clean Tech understands the need to be proud of your house, from the moment you enter. This is why the team is offering you the chance to win a driveway or patio clean of up to 100 square metres on a Cornish property! Using a unique cleaning system, your surfaces will be restored back to their original state without using any high pressure, leaving you to sit back and enjoy your property.
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No purchase necessary. Prize draw open to anyone in the UK age 18 years or over excluding employees of Karma St Martin’s, Cornwall Gold, Kernow Fires, Merchants Manor, Pencarrow House and Gardens, St Michaels Hotel and Spa, Kilminorth Cottages, Eco Clean Tech, Engine House Media, 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 27th March 2017. The winner will be notified by email within 14 days after the draw closes. Subject to availability.
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Got to experience… THE MASKED BALL
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favourite among Cornwall’s party goers, and set to a stunning background overlooking Mount’s Bay, it’s not hard to see why the Masked Ball is consistently voted one of the UK’s best and most unique boutique festivals. Taking place this year between 26th and 28th May on the clifftop at Beacon Crag on the outskirts of Porthleven, the Masked Ball is a spectacular all-night party. Since its conception over a decade ago, it has grown into a multilevel party kingdom where themed venues range from outrageous to spectacular, with a mélange of fascinating entertainment. Along with an unrivalled line-up of underground international DJs, this year’s festival features a brand new area, ‘A Voyage Through the Underworld’, which promises to transport you back to iconic parties of years gone by. Expect to see ball gowns, tuxedos, great fancy dress and a full dance floor until 6am. For updated details of the line up, a full lowdown of what to expect, and to order tickets, visit the official website, before all the tickets get snapped up.
THE MASKED BALL
www.maskedball.net Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Health
Tweak not tuck? Rebecca Dunlop, Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Duchy Hospital, discusses the pros and cons of the top cosmetic surgery trends of 2017, which so far show a move towards subtle surgery, a tweak rather than a tuck!
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osmetic surgery has come a long way over the past few years and with it, the procedures being requested are changing as well, allegedly led by celebrities before being circulated on social media.
Bum lift After years of trying to reduce the size of our rears, celebrities such as Kim Kardashian are bringing the bigger bum into the mainstream. The procedure of grafting in this area has been popular in Brazil for decades and saw a 500% increase across clinics during 2016! However, according to Rebecca, this procedure is not mainstream so if you feel it is for you ensure to select a surgeon with experience in this area.
Smaller, more subtle breast augmentation Current trends are moving towards smaller breasts and nipples to complement a more athletic figure and natural look. Rebecca comments: “Smaller implants are more suited to the chest wall and overall physique of a patient and they have greater longevity, with less chance of negative effects on the skin and breast tissue itself.” In fact, the average size of requests is now a C-D rather than the DD-E a few years ago.
Walk in, walk out More patients are opting to have surgery under sedation or local anaesthetic, which particularly applies to minimally invasive surgeries such as the earFoldTM. Traditional prominent ear procedures (Pinnaplasty) require the surgeon to make an incision along the crease of the ear and lift up the skin before suturing the cartilage. earFold requires only a small incision under local anaesthesia and a few small stitches that will dissolve over time, which Rebecca feels is a great procedure for those with a common type of prominent ear.
Botox cream Wrinkle-freezing/relaxing injections are less invasive than surgery and have become increasingly popular in recent years. But things are changing again with research into new ways of applying botox, such as developing it in a cream that patients can use themselves. Sadly, Rebecca says this isn’t a reality yet as the muscles that the botox targets are deep beneath the skin. So, injections are here to stay, for a while at least!
“Don’t be too quick to follow the trends in cosmetic surgery. Let the celebrities throw caution (and money) to the wind! Instead, focus on a combination of the tried and tested techniques and a healthy body and mind.” Fat freezing or Coolsculpt Described as a non-invasive alternative to liposuction, fat freezing procedures use paddles to cool your skin and fat, causing the fat cells to burst and release their contents. Unfortunately, Rebecca is not convinced. “At best, it is very subtle and for most would not give enough improvement to be worthwhile. At worst, it could be a very expensive waste of time. Plus, I have yet to hear a credible explanation of how the body deals with the burst cells without just metabolising them into more fat!”
Leg shaping After a recent Vogue article claimed that “cleavage is over”, women have moved towards a more demure look by showing off a little leg instead. As such, 2017 will likely see a rise in minimally invasive sculpting procedures, such as microlipo; a procedure where unwanted fat is removed and specific areas are sculpted. “Again, however, this is not mainstream,” comments Rebecca. “The best results would be with patients with very small fatty deposits and excellent skin.”
DUCHY HOSPITAL
Penventinnie Lane, Truro TR1 3UP 0800 9170022 www.duchyhospital.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
n Rebecca Dunlop, Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Duchy Hospital
Free open events
If you’re considering cosmetic surgery but would like to find out more, why not head along to one of Duchy Hospital’s free open events? You’ll be able to have a ten-minute discussion with a consultant and get answers for any questions you may have. Details of forthcoming events are listed online, on the Duchy Hospital events page.
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é ABOVE Malcolm Emery of Stephens Scown LLP can advise owners of overseas property
Malcolm Emery, partner and tax expert at Stephens Scown LLP walks us through recent changes effecting overseas property owners.
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“Each country has its own rules to decide which law applies, known as conflict of laws rules...”
wning a property overseas can be an incredibly rewarding experience, however many owners fail to consider what’ll happen to it when they die. New rules now apply to property owned within the EU, known as Brussels IV, which may change what happens to your estate when you die. Malcolm Emery tells us about the new rules, explaining that, if you have a connection with more than one country – for instance, if you live in one and own property in another – the new rules will affect you if one of those countries is an EU member. “Each country has its own rules to decide which law applies, known as conflict of laws rules. The interaction of these rules is often complicated and unclear, making it uncertain who will inherit your estate. Brussels IV aims to reduce this uncertainty.” So, what country’s law applies to your estate under these new rules? According to Malcolm, it is the country in which you are a resident that governs what happens to your property when you die. This default position can be overridden if you choose to apply the law of your nationality instead, which can be done either via Will or Codicil.
On the advantages of making a choice of law in one’s Will, Malcolm explains that for many, “choosing to apply the law of their nationality will ensure that their estate is governed by the law with which they are most familiar.” For anyone who does own property overseas, Brexit certainly poses some questions, however Malcolm assures us that “at the moment, it doesn’t make a difference. This is simply because the UK never opted into Brussels IV and as such they are not bound by the rules.” So, what should you do now? If Brussels IV affects you, Malcolm recommends reviewing your Will or, indeed, writing one if you don’t already have one. This will ensure that your estate passes to your chosen beneficiaries. He stresses that your existing Will may be treated as a choice of law, even if it doesn’t explicitly say so. In turn, this could mean that your Will does not have the outcome that you expect.
STEPHENS SCOWN LLP Osprey House, Malpas Road, Truro TR1 1UT 01872 265100 solicitors@stephens-scown.co.uk www.stephens-scown.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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COSMETIC INJECTIONS HYDRAFACIALS PERK SKINCARE ELECTROLYSIS MOLE REVISION LASER TREATMENTS FOR THREAD VEINS & HAIR REMOVAL ULTRACEL & INTRACEL - MULTI-LAYERED NON SURGICAL SKIN TIGHTENING AND RESURFACING
At Cornwall Denture Clinic all we do is make beautiful full and partial dentures. We are not distracted by other dental treatments - we just make natural looking good-fitting dentures using the best materials and techniques. We can provide you with flexible, plastic and metal dentures. We also fit lower suction dentures, implant retained dentures and are happy to refer you a suitable dental professional when necessary. If you would like to discuss your requirements please contact us for your free, no obligation consultation on
01736 874950 or visit us at
cornwalldentureclinic.com
As dear as saffron? We’ve been importing saffron for over thirty years. You can pay less elsewhere, but you get what you pay for. And you can also pay a lot more! 1g for £2.99, 2g for £5.75 Also available by mail order (small extra cost to cover postage). We sell bourbon vanilla too.
The Globe, Frances St, Truro TR1 3DP Tel: 01872 272106 www.reedspharmacy.co.uk
Truro’s independent pharmacy
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Advice
Let your home
support you Matt Begley, retirement planning expert at Harris Begley Financial Planning, offers his advice on the best way to release cash from your home.
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e all look forward to our retirement years as time to truly relax and enjoy life, devoting more time to our hobbies and time spent with family, as well as improving your home and embarking on those life-long dream adventures – maybe you’ll even take a cruise! Historically, your retirement would have been funded by your personal and state pension, plus any other applicable state benefits, investments or savings you may have accrued. However, the economic climate over recent years may have put a dent in some of those expectations – the impact of an ageing UK population means that state support can only go so far. However, if you’re a homeowner, aged 55 or over and looking for additional funds, then an Equity Release Plan could be your solution. Access to funds The value of most homes has significantly increased over the last few decades, meaning that many people are asset rich through property wealth, but more limited in cash resources. Aviva’s latest research found 69% over-45 homeowners say that their home is worth more than their pensions, savings and investments combined. A house bought in the late 1990s has increased on average by 156% meaning you may have more money tied up in your home than you think. Peace of mind “Money worries can become a problem as you approach retirement,” explains Matt. “Supporting your lifestyle and managing credit is no problem when a steady salary is coming in every month – it’s only when the prospect
of this income drying up draws closer that the reality begins to hit home. A well-chosen Equity Release scheme can alleviate these worries and pave the way to a comfortable retirement.” A number of options are available, allowing you to raise funds based on the value of your home as a lifetime loan. With some plans you are not even required to pay off any capital or interest at any point during your lifetime. Effectively, the provider of the loan reclaims the capital and any interest gained through the eventual sale of the property, once the final plan-holder dies or moves into long-term care. Protection for you “As retirement planning specialists and members of the Equity Release Council, we are there to guide you through the options,” Matt adds. “Of course, there are a number of areas that need to be considered to identify if it’s right for each client and if at any point we don’t feel that Equity Release is suitable, we will advise against it and suggest alternatives.” Equity Release is now considered by many to be as important as their pension when planning retirement and it pays to talk to the experts. Harris Begley Financial Planning can provide you with professional, impartial advice in order to plan a brighter retirement, specifically designed for you.
HARRIS BEGLEY FINANCIAL PLANNING
The Regent Chapel Street, Penzance TR18 4AE Office: 01736 366550 Mobile: 07795 144795 www.harrisbegley.co.uk matt.begley@harrisbegley.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Equity Release allows you to tap into the value of your home and release a cash sum. • You must be aged 55 or over, have a property worth at least £75,000, able to release a minimum of £15,000. • You must use the cash sum released to pay off any existing outstanding mortgage. • You retain legal ownership of your home. • You can safeguard a percentage of your home’s value with an inheritance guarantee. • You’re protected with a no-negative equity guarantee, so you, or your estate, will never pay back more than you receive from the eventual sale of your home. • There are no monthly repayments. Instead, interest is added to the loan each year. The loan and interest are repaid in full, usually from the sale of your home, when you die or go into long-term care. • Releasing equity can affect your tax position and eligibility for welfare benefits. • Equity Release isn’t suitable if you have savings you could use instead, or would prefer to sell all, or part of your home, or downsize. • It will reduce the amount of inheritance you can leave.
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Out & about
Spring ride Dust off your bike and get the wheels turning this spring, with the help of Triathlon Store in Hayle.
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he dark days of winter are nearly through and, as the daffodils and primroses emerge from the hedgerows, our thoughts turn to enjoying the glorious Cornish countryside during what promises to be an uplifting spring. There’s no better way of exploring this landscape than by bike, with a fantastic array of on and off-road routes and superbly maintained designated trails, allowing you to keep fit whilst enjoying the view. Well known routes such as the Camel Trail, mineral tramways and the Portreath to Devoran, coast to coast trail make for a fantastic family day out, each offering history, nature, cafés and exercise as well as breathtaking sections of the stunning, 433 miles of coastline surrounding the Duchy. By now, many bicycles will be in a sad, dilapidated state, having been parked in the corner, waiting to emerge once the weather turns fair again. Those late, heady summer days of yesteryear seem a lifetime ago! Fortunately, the team at Triathlon Store, Hayle understands how frustrating it can be when the weather is turning but your bike is not, so instead of waiting for a change in the season before looking at your ride, why not drop yours in and let one of the professional mechanics perform a free, fivepoint bicycle check?
Having been in business for over 27 years in the west Cornwall area, the Triathlon Store team prides itself on delivering total customer satisfaction, supplying high quality products and services as well as a range of cycle clothing, so fresh that you’ll be tempted to scrap the moth-eaten gear lying abandoned in your drawer. So, to get spring-ready and watch the Cornish countryside come to life on two wheels, head to the Triathlon Store.
ë MAIN Spring’s a wonderful time to get out and about on two wheels é ABOVE Get the right gear for the warmer months ahead!
TRIATHLON STORE 7 Hayle Industrial Park, Hayle TR27 5JR 01736 751066 www.triathlonstore.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Out & about
Boats under sail, Mount’s Bay (circa 1870)
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urious children watch as fishermen sell their catch on Newlyn beach in the late 1870s. The fishing boats on the horizon, known as Luggers, chased the fast-moving herring shoals around Britain’s coast for months before returning home. Within ten years of this photograph being taken, new fish sheds had been built, taking the market indoors for the first time.
A look back at life on �e coast in days gone by.
Do you have any fascinating vintage images of life on the coast? Send your image to: editor@enginehousemedia.co.uk Image courtesy of: Penlee House Gallery & Museum / Gibson Archive Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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CONTEMPORARY MEETS COUNTRY MEETS CREEK! devoran, south cornwall Rebuilt and renovated in 2008 ø imaginative and contemporary design ø beautiful, tranquil setting ø open plan living area with round-house style sitting room ø 5 bedrooms ø 5 bathrooms ø paddock & stables ø around 7.5 acres ø 4,372 sq ft ø EPC=C
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Savills Cornwall Jonathan Cunliffe jcunliffe@savills.com
01872 243 200
Guide £1.675 million Freehold
CHARMING PRIVATE COUNTRY HOUSE st kew, mid cornwall Private grounds with far reaching views ø spacious accommodation ø beautiful interiors ø 5 bedrooms ø 3 reception rooms ø long private driveway ø swimming pool ø outbuilding & pool room ø around 10 acres ø 4,125 sq ft ø EPC=D
Savills Cornwall Ben Davies bmdavies@savills.com
01872 243 200
Guide £1.35 million Freehold
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SECLUDED, BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED COUNTRY ABODE st. breward, north cornwall 5 bedrooms ø charming interiors ø sympathetic use of materials throughout ø detached studio annexe ø mature south west facing waterside gardens ø around 20 acres of land including pasture ø 3,265 sq ft ø EPC=D
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Savills Cornwall Jonathan Cunliffe jcunliffe@savills.com
01872 243 200
Guide £1.35 million Freehold
IDYLLIC CREEKSIDE SETTING roundwood, kea, south cornwall Private jetty & water frontage ø scope to extend or redevelop (STPP) ø ownership to mean low water ø 3 bedrooms (master suite) ø creek views from all principal rooms ø tranquil waterside & rear gardens ø 1,478 sq ft ø EPC=E
Savills Cornwall Ben Davies bmdavies@savills.com
01872 243 200
Guide £800,000 Freehold
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Mawgan Porth
£1,200,000
Occupying an elevated position in this sought after location, this detached four bedroom property enjoys superb, far reaching views to Mawgan Porth beach, the coastline and out to sea. The property represents excellent potential for cosmetic improvement. EPC D
Near Watergate Bay
£695,000
A deceptively spacious and charming five bed Cornish farmhouse situated in a small hamlet just outside popular Watergate Bay. Plenty of character with two Inglenook fireplaces, beamed ceilings and deep window sills. EPC E
Trevone Bay
£750,000
An immaculate property just minutes from Trevone’s popular beaches with master en-suite plus three further bedrooms, two shower rooms and open plan living space. Excellent letting history and brought to market fully furnished - a fabulous turn-key opportunity. EPC B
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Nr Rock
£280,000
This comfortable 3 bedroom semi detached holiday home, situated on a small select development of similar style properties, enjoys a countryside location with lovely far reaching views just a short distance from Rock, Polzeath & Wadebridge. EPC E
Trethevy
£249,950
This 3 bedroom bungalow enjoys a superb coastal location in the hamlet of Trethevy, conveniently situated between the popular villages of Boscastle and Tintagel. The detached property is positioned in an elevated spot with excellent views towards the cliffs of Bossiney Cove and to the ocean beyond with a beautiful secluded garden. The accommodation is well planned, comfortable and certainly very unique, which adds to its charm. EPC F
Wadebridge
£379,950
This substantial & refurbished four double bedroom semi-detached period home occupies a prominent & elevated position above the town of Wadebridge with a large rear garden & driveway parking. EPC E
Padstow
01841 532555
sales@jackie-stanley.co.uk
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Beach View, St Ives
£825,000
Featured in The Guardians’ 50 great holidays for families with teenagers, Beach View is a beautifully presented house located just moments from Porthmeor beach, famed for its surfing and quality, beach cafes. Boasting incredible views from many rooms in the house, a stunning garden with BBQ and sea glimpses as well as ample storage and parking for two, Beach View puts owners in prime position to enjoy the many coastal walks and glorious sunsets on offer here.
4 BEDROOMS MOMENTS FROM PORTHMEOR BEACH STUNNING SEA VIEWS AMPLE STORAGE BEAUTIFUL GARDEN WITH BBQ PARKING FOR TWO EPC RATING D63
Tregolls Lodge, Truro
£245,000
This generously proportioned retirement apartment, part of the favoured Churchill Retirement Living Development, enjoys level access into the city centre. Suitable for those looking for comfortable retirement, there’s car parking, a lift to all floors, a communal lounge and lodge manager. A guest suite is also available subject to booking and a 24 hour care line is in place. Having only recently been completed, the presentation remains as exemplary throughout. Early viewing is recommended.
St Ives Office: 01736 798833 Truro Office: 01872 277794
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Hayle
£389,950
This spacious and incredibly versatile detached, 4 bed bungalow is situated in an extremely popular location and has planning permission to re-design the bungalow to create a self-contained apartment. Currently the accommodation features: Spacious lounge with bay window, kitchen/family room, family bathroom and 4 double bedrooms. Outside there is extensive driveway parking, a private rear garden and double garage.
VERY SPACIOUS POPULAR LOCATION PLANNING PERMISSION FOR RE-DESIGN 4 DOUBLE BEDROOMS PRIVATE REAR GARDEN DOUBLE GARAGE
Penzance
£330,000
Impeccable 4/5 bedroom, Victorian mid terrace townhouse set in an elevated position thus offering splendid coastal views to Mount’s Bay from the front elevation. Once the former dwelling of a Captain Rogers, R.A. this lovely spacious family home offers versatile accommodation arranged over three floors and benefits from majority UPVC double glazing, gas central heating, fore garden and a good size rear courtyard. It should also be noted that the roof was completely renewed approximately 7 years ago.
Hayle Office: 01736 754115 Penzance Office: 01736 361282
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4/5 BEDROOM (2 EN-SUITES) EXEMPLARY ACCOMMODATION OVER 3 FLOORS COASTLINE VIEWS INTO MOUNTS BAY AND BEYOND GAS CENTRAL HEATING MAJORITY UPVC DOUBLE GLAZING OUTSIDE SPACE TO BOTH FRONT AND REAR EPC RATING - D58
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Truro
ÂŁ429,950
This impressive period townhouse has six bedrooms (ďŹ ve en-suites) and superb living space including three reception rooms and an open plan kitchen/breakfast room, plenty of parking and a garage. EPC rating G.
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LADOCK
A FABULOUS CHARACTER COTTAGE AND FORMER CORN MILL IN A BEAUTIFUL WOODED VALLEY Four bedroom restored cottage with integral mill house and working overshot wheel, lovely mature gardens, large garage/workshop, stables and over seventeen acres of land including half a mile of mill leat. A type of property rarely available - set within a rural hamlet some eight miles from Truro. A naturalist’s paradise. EPC - F.
Guide Price £725,000
Truro 01872 242244
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01326 565016 www.thematherpartnership.co.uk
LOWERTOWN – £400,000
This executive style detached five bedroom house offers well proportioned and tastefully presented accommodation making it a lovely family home and also has the potential to extend further. The property is set in a generous plot with well maintained gardens including a large lawned area with steps down to a stream as well as a very good size and private decked area. To fully appreciate all that this property has to offer, your earliest appointment to view is highly recommended. EPC rating - D - 56.
MANACCAN – £429,950
An extremely well presented detached character cottage situated on the outskirts of the highly sought after village of Manaccan within close proximity to the sailing waters of the Helford River. The accommodation is of good size being enhanced by many character features throughout, parking, garage/ workshop, a summer house as well as good size gardens. No onward chain. EPC rating - E - 40.
ST MARTIN – £365,000
This four bedroom modern detached house provides the height of contemporary living yet incorporates a degree of old world charm with its attractive ‘New England’ style. The property is situated in the heart of the very well thought of semi rural village of St Martin and has been designed and built to a very high and exacting standard incorporating state of the art facilities with an eye on the carbon footprint. Offered for sale with no onward chain. EPC - C - 77.
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COASTAL | COUNTRY | TOWN | MODERN | PERIOD
BRUCEFIELD HOUSE | TRURO | GUIDE PRICE £799,950
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Charity
Community collaboration We catch up with Paul Brinsley, Chief Executive of charity Cornwall Hospice Care, who is reaching out to the Cornish community for support.
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aul Brinsley, Chief Executive of Cornish charity Cornwall Hospice Care, is on a mission. “I’m keen to spread the word about the wide range of care we provide,” he explains to us, “and that’s where I hope you, the community of our county, can help.” At the heart of the charity are the two hospices, Mount Edgcumbe in St Austell and St Julia’s in Hayle, providing 16 intensive care beds. Some patients come in to stay whilst Cornwall Hospice Care’s medical teams get control of the difficult symptoms they’re experiencing. Some are with the hospice at the end of their lives. “Our reach, however, extends much further,” continues Paul, “and it’s important that we tell you about the other things we do thanks to the support of the Cornish community. We run a 24/7 advice line for other healthcare professionals who need support and guidance from our clinical teams. This includes advice to out-of-hours NHS doctors. Our charity has Clinical Nurse Specialists who offer non-medical treatment for a condition called Lymphoedema, a swelling associated with cancer. Between them they fulfil nearly 2,000 appointments a year.” Cornwall Hospice Care’s medical consultants (employed directly by the charity, not the NHS) run a weekly pain clinic at the main acute hospital at Treliske and are part of the multi-disciplinary team there, assessing and supporting patients who
may never come to either of the hospices. They also work with the community nursing teams and with carers. “Our charity is committed to training the doctors, nurses and carers of the future and to this end we have a contract with the University of Exeter for medical education.” As Paul explains to us, this year the charity is planning to extend its reach into the community, trialling clinics that will be easily accessible in local towns and villages. “We want to ensure people have the opportunity to benefit from conversations early in their diagnosis so they can live as well as possible and make the most of their precious time. We achieve all this despite receiving a very small amount of government funding and have to raise over £8 million annually in the community.” This is where you can play an important role. “I would ask two things; please do kindly pass on the word about the reach our charity has and if at all possible consider fundraising for us.” If you would like to donate to or otherwise support Cornwall Hospice Care, contact the team now to see how you can make a real difference to people’s lives, right here in Cornwall.
é ABOVE Paul Brinsley Chief Executive ë TOP Michelle Earle, Therapies Manager é BOTTOM Helen and Teri, Clinical Nurse Specialists ë LEFT Dr David
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