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Issue 52 | November 2016 | £3.25
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JAMIE OLIVER’S FIFTEEN A WINDOW ON ART AND MUCH MORE
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The season of mellow fruitfulness is upon us. Time to stack up the logs for winter and light the fire in the cool evenings… and Cornwall still has plenty on offer.
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The autumn can be a fascinating time to look for wildlife. All sorts of vagrant migrating birds turn up on our shores, in the estuaries and on coastal fields, sheltering from storms and high winds out at sea. I had a wonderful time writing the wildlife cover feature, and my wildlife week was made complete this morning as I walked my dog on the coast path with a large pod of dolphins making their way slowly and majestically towards Penzance… wonderful! And just as fabulous was going to the preview of Poldark and interviewing the three main stars – see page 74 to read about the red carpet event. Autumn is often the time to start planning your wedding for spring 2017 so from page 51 we have our wedding guide to help get you planning, with some fabulous venues, destinations – including the romantic Isles of Scilly – and lots of other ideas. I talk to gorgeous make-up artist Suzi Winter about her life, work and tips on wedding make-up. Foodie is back, featuring an interview with the talented Hylton Espey, Chef Patron of Rastella at Merchants Manor in Falmouth. And… I talk to Matthew Thomson, Chief Executive of fabulous Fifteen about its 10th birthday celebrations and what’s on offer this autumn. All of this, as well as the usual gossip, recipes and restaurant review. We have ideas for getaways, short breaks and wonderful properties to buy; bookings are well underway for Christmas outings and parties. And, as well as the regular competitions, there is a chance to win even more goodies in our 12 days of Christmas competitions on pages 88 and 89. There are all the usual home and beauty ideas… and a feature on art and galleries in Cornwall. So, a bumper issue to keep you company on a wet autumnal afternoon. Enjoy!
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Got to experience... AN AUTUMNAL WALK
Nothing beats a brisk autumnal walk on the inimitable Cornish coast to blow away the cobwebs. This stunning shot of Rosemullion Head by photographer Tom Young beautifully captures our stunning coast in all its glory. So grab a good pair of boots, a thick coat, and get outside to enjoy the autumn sunshine!
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Contents November 2016
Regulars 8
News & views
Catch up with Cornwall
17 Luxury property
Find your dream seaside home
76 Coastal escapes
A choice of stunning stays
130 Gallery guide
Local artists and galleries
137 Competitions
See pages 12-15 for this month’s cover feature
Fantastic prizes to be won
162 Walk this way
Nordic Walking workshops
foodie 104 Fifteen turns ten
Jamie Oliver at Watergate Bay
106 Gourmet gossip
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All the latest foodie news
111 A recipe for success
Tremenheere Kitchen, Penzance
112 Beyond expectations
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The Victoria Inn, Perranuthnoe
114 Meet the chef
We give Hylton Espey a grilling
116 A taste sensation
Mount Haven is causing a stir
118 Service with a smile Specials at Spires
121 Boat to plate
Fish fresh from Porthleven harbour
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OUR GUIDE
the dream wedding
Features
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Got to experience... An autumnal walk
30 A homemade delight
The Home & Lifestyle Interiors Market
32 A touch of style
On trend at Inspirational Interiors
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35 Rustic charm
Bespoke furniture at Rustic House
38 Beach chic
Inject some coastal style into the home
40 Industrial meets vintage Julian Foye’s Revival Collection
74 Poldark returns 134
We hit the star-studded red carpet
81 A riverside retreat
A visit to Budock Vean Spa
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83 A country escape
Invest in your own holiday home
84 Christmas on the coast
Festive cheer at the Atlantic Hotel
86 A winter wonderland
A country Christmas at Trevince
91 Fabulous fashion
Essa Collection, Porthleven’s boutique
94 Triumphant times
An inspiring business venture
96 A little piece of Cornwall Showcasing the best of the Duchy
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99 A thing of beauty
Timeless classics at Michael Spiers
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124 What’s on
November at Hall For Cornwall
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126 Water & colour
Atishoo Gallery at Charlestown
147 Where there’s a will... Advice from Harris Begley
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149 The choice is yours
Choosing the right hospital for you
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NEWS & views For more ideas visit www.cornwall-living.co.uk
Creating the perfect seaside interiors scheme with Kettle of Fowey
The sky’s the limit with Indoor Active’s Clip ‘n Climb
When creating a seaside interior scheme for holiday lets, it’s important for guests to feel relaxed and comfortable, with an emotional connection to the idea of ‘escaping to the beach’. Colour is key, borrowing from the palette of our coastline: neutral and versatile schemes, with ocean blues, greens and sunshine yellows. Coastal style is all about creating a relaxing, airy and sunny atmosphere. A coloured stripe pattern or a nautical print will pull together a colour scheme within a room and add character and individuality to each space.
Since opening 15 months ago, Indoor Active at Cornwall Services has enjoyed a fantastic start, with both the soft play and Clip ‘n Climb centre proving a huge success. Cornwall’s biggest Clip ‘n Climb centre offers a safe climbing experience for ages four and up, but it’s not just for the little ones. The team can organise team building sessions and staff parties with a difference. For the more adventurous, look out for the launch of the new monthly ‘Clip ‘n Glow’ sessions for over-18s, an after-dark climbing session with lights, smoke machines, music and glow sticks, with a meal and drink included.
If you want to create a beautiful interior but have too little time or simply don’t know where to start, talk to the team at Kettle of Fowey about their ‘turn key’ interior design and installation service. They know how to supply stylish, inspirational and practical interior solutions for the residential, commercial and holiday home markets, with experience in everything from design and concept to procurement, delivery and installation.
Indoor Active will be running once-weekly after-dark soft play and Clip ‘n Climb sessions for children too, so check out the Facebook page for details. Indoor Active is open seven days a week in both its soft play and Clip ‘n climb centre, with booking essential for Clip ‘n Climb.
No matter how big or small your project is, the Kettle team can help you create an exceptional interior to fit you and your budget.
While the kids play, relax in the onsite café with its delicious barista Italian coffee, hot drinks, cold drinks, homemade cakes and snacks. The hot food is provided by onsite caterers Sausage and Roll and the Open Oven Pizza Company, both showcasing tasty local produce.
For more information, visit www.kettleoffowey.co.uk
For more information or to book visit www.indooractive.co.uk
Multi-award winners Cotton Mills Interiors moving in 2017 Cotton Mills, the second generation business that was founded as a fabric shop in 1975 by Nigel Parris has evolved under the directorship of daughter Ali Cary over the past eight years to an interior specialist company. In addition to scooping awards, projects have featured in international magazines such as House & Garden and national newspapers including The Telegraph. The team at Cotton Mills have welcomed the boost that their reputation and accreditations have afforded them, enabling them to expand their Cornish production team to include seven workrooms, two upholsterers and a full time fitter, as well as working with other specialists to bring their projects to completion. The team have had to admit that they have outgrown their home of 30 years in People’s Palace off Pydar Street and are planning a move in 2017 to a purpose-built showroom opposite the Moorfield carpark on Charles Street, Truro. Let’s wish them luck and look forward to the launch party! For more information visit www.cotton-mills.co.uk
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Discover why St Ives is perfect for a getaway all year round Ranking among Europe’s top beach destinations, St Ives has it all. But what about low season? For starters, accommodation becomes more affordable, with irresistible offers on short breaks and a wonderful range of hotels, guesthouses and self-catering accommodation, from the luxury Tregenna Castle and Garrack Hotels to the super-funky Cohort Hostel. With less crowds and clearer roads, an out-of-season break offers all the best bits, without the school holiday rush. As showcased at the recent St Ives September Festival, the town is a hive of creativity, with Barnoon Workshop offering a dedicated space for arts and crafts, while local artisan chocolatier I Should Coco promises workshops to indulge your sweet tooth. New business 54 Lemons offers clubs for all ages, including pottery, writing, sowing, craft and drawing! Enjoy a glass of mulled cider around the roaring fire in the Sloop Inn; treat yourself to a spa day at the St Ives Harbour Hotel or some shopping in the many small independent boutiques.
October sale at Cornwall Bathroom Centre Truro’s Cornwall Bathroom Centre is the place to go for your bathroom or kitchen. With a massive range of options, including premium brands Laura Ashley, Dansani and Ted Baker, there’s something to suit everyone, whatever your personal tastes. And there’s never been a better reason to visit the centre, with a minimum of 20% off everything this October, with up to 60% off ex-display items. So you can get the dream bathroom or kitchen without the hefty price tag – perfect if your house needs a refresh, or perhaps if you have a rental property that needs updating ahead of next season. The October sale culminates at the end of the month with an open weekend, Friday to Sunday, with offers and a Neff cookery demonstration – the only time the centre has opened on a Sunday in ten years of business! Cornwall Bathroom Centre is completely independent, offering the best prices for the best products and respected service, with incredible technical expertise. The company has enjoyed substantial growth over the last five years, with many premium brands wanting to be associated with the centre – a real testament to the quality of service provided. But it’s not just bathrooms, with an extensive range of kitchens available too, and a quality design service. Remember: the kitchen and bathroom are typically the two rooms that add the most perceived value to a house, and often the things that people consider most when searching for their new home. So make sure the kitchen and bathroom don’t let your house down with a visit to Cornwall Bathroom Centre.
December promises a jam-packed month, kicking off with the arrival of Father Christmas aboard the RNLI lifeboat. Finally, the spectacular fireworks display promises a memorably happy new year. So, while summer in St Ives is magical, let’s not forget that all year round, this stunning seaside town has something for everyone.
For more information call 01872 275830 or email sales@cornwallbathroomcentre.co.uk or, even better, pop into the showroom
For more information visit www.visitstives.org.uk or www.stives-cornwall.co.uk
We here at Cornwall Living are thrilled to sponsor the Helston Hawks, depicted here proudly donning their new kit. David Page, team coach of this up-and-coming, plucky youth squad says: “We are starting to see the signs of a really good team emerging which is helped by the fact they feel prepared in their kit.” Ecstatic to be playing in quality team colours, the Hawks are beginning to prove quite the formiddable force on the local football scene. Since starting the season on 10th September, the team are truly beginning to meld as an efficient goal scoring machine. Of course, we like to think the new kit has something to do with it! And, with the rest of the season ahead of them, there’s plenty to be excited about. So come on, Hawks – do us proud!
Singing the blues with Helston Hawks
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A bolthole in Helford For architect and interior designer Michael Worthington, the village of Helford on the south side of the Helford river makes the perfect escape from a busy London life. He bought tiny Creek Cottage four years ago and completely re-designed it, creating a quirky open-plan space downstairs, with the kitchen worktop forming part of the stairs! With a wood burner for the winter and kayaks to get out on the water in the summer, it’s a great year-round destination.
Escape to Kestle Cottage at Frenchman’s Creek Nestled on a historic farmstead just above Frenchman’s Creek, you’ll find the delightful Kestle Cottage. This beautiful cottage has been newly renovated, sensitively conserving its architectural heritage and combining it with thoroughly contemporary touches. The property sleeps four but is small enough to make a delightful bolthole for two – the perfect base for exploring the Helford river and the spectacular Lizard peninsula. The property has an easy-going feel with wooden floors and exposed beams. You’ll find lovely design touches and handcrafted features adding to the charm. Tiny Kestle Barton art gallery is also to be found here with fascinating exhibitions from acclaimed artists (the gallery is free but note that it’s seasonal), and gardens, wildflower meadows, orchards and ponds are there for all visitors and guests to enjoy. A gentle stroll takes you down to Helford village itself, which boasts a great pub and a foot ferry to the other side of the river. For more information visit www.forevercornwall.co.uk
A big part of the appeal of Helford, which is admittedly pretty remote, is that the pub and shop are within walking distance, and the whole village has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere; the ideal place to relax with his young daughter, who finds friends in every house in the village during the summer season! Michael has invested in a fishing boat to make the most of the cottage’s proximity to the river, and is often seen smoking mackerel outside the cottage in the evening after a good day’s catch. Michael uses the cottage a lot himself, but it’s also let through Helford River Cottages, which lets 17 other cottages too, all in Helford Village. For more information visit www.helfordcottages.co.uk or call 01326 231666
What’s the chance of becoming unable to work through illness? UK employees underestimate the likelihood of being unable to work due to serious illness or injury. The Association of British Insurers estimates around one million people are off work for over four weeks as a result each year (Welfare Reform for the 21st Century, September 2014). Many would struggle to make ends meet if unable to work for long periods due to illness. Mental health issues, cancer and arthritis are typical examples, but problems like back and neck injuries can also force people out of work for unexpectedly long periods. Various forms of financial protection are available. Income protection insurance replaces part of your income, paying out until you can start working again (or until you retire or the policy term expires). However, over half of employees (around 19.3 million people) don’t have any form of income protection (Canada Life, August 2016). The ‘head in the sand’ approach is common, yet if protection isn’t provided by
your employer, you should arrange your own. It’s important to look at which illnesses and injuries are included when selecting a policy, so you know exactly what situations are likely to be covered. An adviser will be able to recommend policies to fit with your age, occupation and health. To receive a complimentary guide covering Wealth Management, Retirement Planning or Inheritance Tax Planning, contact Thomas Sopp. thomas.sopp@sjpp.co.uk www.thomassoppwm.co.uk 07900 826242
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Cover feature
Wild Cornwall
One hen harrier, two curlews, three choughs, four kestrels and five seals, waders, seabirds, finches and more… a day out in Cornwall. words by:
Mandy Milano
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ornwall is a fabulous place to do a bit of wildlife watching, and the autumn is particularly good for spotting birds. With its spectacular coastline, towering cliffs, sandy beaches, muddy estuaries and wooded riverbanks there is a whole plethora of habitats. And what about inland? There’s the wild ruggedness of Bodmin moor, beloved by Eleanor Tomlinson of Poldark fame (see page 74 for more on the stars of Poldark); dappled woodlands and the wide open spaces of the Lizard and Penwith. With Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) and Special Scientific Interest (SSIs) there are some pretty unique habitats too. But Cornwall is special too because it makes you slow down and look around. And that is the secret to good wildlife watching… just stopping to observe what’s around you. Once you have found your
spot, settle down, and just look – don’t even think of raising those binoculars yet! Once you have grown accustomed you will start to notice movements and silhouettes on top of telegraph poles and gateposts. Then with you eyes still firmly on whatever it is – raise your binoculars – and take a look! Deer, rabbits, fox or raptors (birds of prey to us) it’s always exciting and hugely rewarding.
é ABOVE A watchful deer ì ABOVE An inquisitive otter ì ABOVE RIGHT Fly agaric fungi
The Lizard
I spend a day – a reasonably fine autumnal Monday – out in west Cornwall to see what I might find. The Lizard (AONB and SSI) with its wide variety of habitats seemed a good place to start. So I head out to Windmill Farm Reserve with its fascinating 17th century windmill building, which has been roofed and restored as a lookout. This impressive Scheduled Ancient Monument has quite a history; it was a lookout tower
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Image courtesy of: Adrian Langdon
Image courtesy of: Adrian Langdon
Unexpected visitors
You might glimpse an osprey on an estuary in Cornwall now. And if it looks like a pelican, has a bill like a pelican and flies like a pelican… then it probably is a pelican. One has been resident in west Cornwall all summer!
during World War II and a hideout for an infamous sheep smuggling gang in the early 19th century… kids old and young would love it! There’s an information centre with visitors’ book to check for recent sightings and then you can climb to the top of the windmill; it’s not that high but the land around is flat so you can see for miles, with stunning sea views. But… the stairs and the floor at the top are made of open metal mesh, so a little disconcerting and probably not for the faint-hearted! Outside, this wonderful home for wildlife comprises grassland and heathland, scrub, bog, swamp and hedgerow. I’m only there briefly and get chatting to a passing ranger from Cornwall Wildlife Trust who helps me spot a hen harrier
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é ABOVE Windmill Farm Reserve lookout ê BELOW A short eared owl on the Lizard
swooping over the fields and also tells me about the barn owls which have successfully fledged four chicks this year that can sometimes be seen flying round the reserve at dusk, and the short eared owls – featured in our photographs – that return each winter and can be seen hunting over the old airfield during the day as they are diurnal. From there it’s only a short trip down to the Lizard Point – though if you haven’t already visited, a stop at Kynance Cove is a real must. Arriving at the Lizard, walk down to the far point and you are almost guaranteed to see seals lazing on the rocks below when the tide is out. I am lucky and, although it is officially closed, there’s a friendly, informative NT volunteer at the Lizard wildlife watchpoint with the telescope already set up on the seals and spare binoculars for anyone to use. I stop to look and chat. There are five seals on the rocks and at least one ‘bottling’ in the water below us: when they rest, bobbing in the water with just their head above water. Then a family of choughs flies past: the parents have successfully raised at least two chicks this year. A bit later the resident
family of kestrels swoop in, I think they are peregrines, but my new friend kindly points out the difference. No one seems to mind if you get it wrong… it’s being interested that’s important. And peregrines are often seen along the coast path. It’s a great place to see passing seabirds in their thousands especially in the autumn as migrating birds depart for their winter feeding grounds. Reluctantly, I draw myself away from the Point, it’s seriously catching this wildlifewatching bug, and I am worried that as soon as I leave pods of dolphins will glide by.
Marazion A quick trip up to Marazion, with spectacular views over St Michael’s Mount, to scour the beach for birds, there is the distinctive shrill ‘peep peep’ of oystercatchers flying in, and lots of other waders and seabirds. Then across the road to the RSPB reserve where autumn brings some unexpected migrants from the north, the pools and muddy edges are home to little egrets, waders and finches; you might even hear the foghorn like ‘whump whump’ of the secretive bittern. If you are in Cornwall in late November then there’s the chance of seeing the amazing spectacle of a murmuration of starlings as they head home to roost in the reeds at Marazion reserve.
ë ABOVE CENTRE Inside the lookout é ABOVE A young seal being released into the sea
The story of the owl
Amateur photographer, Dan Murphy, took the amazing images of the short-eared owl. “I probably spent about an hour waiting at Windmill Farm in the rain for the shots. Then suddenly the rain stopped, the weather cleared and we saw the owl take off n Theside Phoenix from the other of the sailing into reserve. They don’t seem to be London particularly bothered by people, unlike barn owls, so we watched and I took photos for about half and hour. I use a Nikon D810, handheld, and took 300 to 400 photos to get 50 that were in focus and then whittled that down further to about 15 really great shots”
Owl Images courtesy of: Dan Murphy
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“There are five seals on the rocks and at least one ‘bottling’ in the water below us… Then a family of choughs fly past: the parents have successfully raised at least two chicks this year”
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With our cover feature placing the spotlight on the wonderful wildlife in our beautiful Duchy, we thought you might like to have a look on our website at a great film about some autumnal walks to get you out and about in association with Visit Cornwall. www.cornwall-living.co.uk
Image courtesy of: Matt Jessop
Hayle Finally I head up to the Hayle estuary reserve. Here I spot a pair of little egrets, some curlews and plenty of seabirds. Vagrants seeking refuge following gales around the coast often turn up here and there is always a large flock of waders, gulls and ducks to be seen as the tide going out exposes the mud-flats for feeding. If you drive into Hayle and cross over the bridge to North Quay, park behind the open-air swimming pool – closed in the autumn and winte. There is a beautiful walk along a wide flat path along the estuary with lovely gardens and benches for watching the birdlife that’s perfect for wheelchairs and pushchairs or family bike rides. Any of the estuaries around Cornwall will provide a lovely walk and the chance to spot birds and other wildlife. Cycle the Camel Trail to Padstow and take time out to stop and see what’s about. The Tamar and Lynher rivers are home to avocets and the occasional spoonbill. The Helford is another beautiful spot; maybe watch with a pint of local beer at the Shipwrights or the Ferryboat Inn. The Heron Inn at Malpas
near Truro is aptly named with great views over the river and the heronry opposite, and, of course, at the Pandora Inn you can sit out right on the estuary. A trip from Falmouth to Truro by ferry is a wonderful way to spot wildlife, and the skipper is always good at pointing out anything he or she sees… watch out for kingfishers along the bank… just a bright streak of brilliant blue. So wherever you are in Cornwall, it’s worth taking a bit of time to really look around… and don’t forget above you. But be warned it does get rather addictive. Next time I go I’m taking a flask and some sandwiches because you just want to stay a little bit longer… just one more sighting… whatever it might be!
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Pelyn
A stunning Cornish estate offering total privacy and seclusion, near to Lostwithiel.
INFORMATION Meticulously restored manor house Five bedroom main house Three-bedroom guest wing Two-bedroom housekeeper’s apartment Glorious gardens, pasture and woodland Grade II* Listed Extensive cellars No public rights of way About 148.5 acres
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idden from view, approached by a sweeping private drive and looking over its glorious gardens, Pelyn sits surrounded by its own grounds near the Fowey river. This grand, wooded estate has been owned by the same family almost continuously for over 400 years. The house itself was classically built in 1601, with subsequent 18th century and Victorian additions. Today, following a meticulous renovation programme, Pelyn offers a truly unique and magical blend of features centred on the Grade II Listed south-facing principal house. Enter and you’ll find yourself in a magnificent formal reception hall, with a graceful staircase leading up to the galleried landing. To the right of the hall is the ballroom with coved ceiling and plaster mouldings, added in 1828 and designed by Henry Harrison, a significant architect of the time. From here you can access the self-contained guest wing, which has a kitchen, sitting room and three en-suite bedrooms. Also on the ground floor are the library and elegant drawing room. The dining room leads through to the spacious and well-equipped kitchen, with all the expected modern appliances. The plant room and a useful pantry can be found in the rear hallway where there is also a staircase leading to a study.
Upstairs, the master bedroom has wonderful south-facing views, together with two dressing areas and a sumptuous en-suite bathroom finished in marble. There are three further bedrooms, including a guest room, and a formal study with a triple aspect outlook and a small balcony terrace. In addition to the guest accommodation in the main house, there is room for plenty of visitors; outside, at the rear, is a well-appointed apartment with two bedrooms, a bathroom and open plan kitchen-living room. Adjoining is the coach house, with potential to be used as a studio or gym. The gardens and grounds provide an impressive space for escaping to or enjoying with your family and friends. At the front, flowerbeds become awash with colour in the summer and a level lawn slopes towards the valley bottom. On the north side, there is a sheltered formal garden flanked by mature trees that leads in turn to a large walled former kitchen garden.
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SAVILLS CORNWALL
73 Lemon Street, Truro TR1 2PN 01872 243200 truro@savills.com www.savills.co.uk
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Imposing period house Full of character Five bedrooms Four reception rooms Four bathrooms Detached single garage Set in approximately one acre
Springfield House
A house of grandeur in a secluded location with mature gardens on the outskirts of St Columb Major.
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very now and then, a property comes up on the market that demands your attention. Springfield House on the outskirts of St Columb Major is one of these. This grand, imposing detached home built in 1860 is a wonderful early example of vernacular Gothic revival architecture. Springfield House was once the centre of a large farming estate and a focal point for the local community. The local hunt would start on the front lawn, with many a garden fete held in its grounds. The house has now matured into its wooded setting of just under an acre with a superb range of mature trees and established bushes and flowers adding to its charm and appeal. Its striking exterior – built in Cornish stone and clad in brick with dressings of red, white and black under a slate tiled roof – is suitably matched by the sense of grandeur and opulence as you step inside. The spaciously proportioned rooms retain many original features, including intricate coving and cornicing, high ceilings, grand fireplaces and elegant windows. Three formal reception rooms on the ground floor offer a range of options for entertaining, while the large kitchen-diner is
truly superb. Boasting a huge bay window, currently housing a church pew windowseat, the kitchen, with its beautifully fitted units, centres upon a stylish island. A wonderful space to bring all the family together, it’s a budding chef’s dream. The majesty continues upstairs with four double bedrooms, two bathrooms and two en-suite on the first floor, and a further room which could be used as a fifth bedroom on the second floor. Springfield House has a wonderful atmosphere and the grandeur of the period remains intact. It’s a lovely family residence, but would equally lend itself perfectly as boutique accommodation, as a first rate country house in the heart of Cornwall, close to the popular beaches and harbour villages of the north coast.
Springfield House
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PRICE: £625,000 JACKIE STANLEY
1 North Quay, Padstow PL28 8AF 01841 532555 sales@jackie-stanley.co.uk www.jackie-stanley.co.uk
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Two Pots Cottage
A beautiful cottage, coach house, stables and superb gardens at Trewolla, on the north coast.
INFORMATION Charming period cottage Large farmhouse kitchen Four/five bedrooms Outbuildings including a small flat and stables Stunning gardens
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casual glance of this property from the roadway would give you no understanding of what lies beyond the gate. Two Pots Cottage is an enchanting cottage, perfect for those searching for an individual family home full of genuine period charm. What’s more, it also offers fantastic business potential through its extensive outbuildings including a small flat and stabling, which could be put to a variety of uses, whether one is a horse lover, looking for an artist’s studio or a holiday let. But the ultimate joy of the property is without doubt the beautiful wooded garden including a magical walled garden, evocative of a bygone era with creative landscaping and planting and a collection of Victorian styled summerhouses. Seeing really is believing with this fabulous property. The setting of Two Pots Cottage (a name it has been given by local reference for many years rather than its original title of ‘Chy-Woon Praze’) is like an oasis in an open landscape of rich farmland forming part of the Trewithen Estate. Two Pots Cottage has been the cherished home of the current owners for nearly 30 years. Originating as a typical Cornish cottage, it has been lovingly extended and updated over the years to become a very sizeable family home, brimming with character, complete with elegant sash windows throughout. The cosiness of the
original cottage is still very evident in the snug, with its multi-fuel stove, ideal for getting warm and cosy on a winter’s evening. This space is complemented by additional spacious reception rooms, including a spacious dining room and galleried drawing room, and a large farmhouse style kitchenbreakfast room – all perfect for bringing the family together. The cottage offers four to five bedrooms, with a bathroom and additional shower room. Being about a mile west of the village of St Newlyn East, half a mile from the Newquay to Goonhavern road, the cottage is in a very convenient location with everyday facilities on hand. The coastal villages of Cubert and Crantock are also close by and Newquay itself is about three miles. If you love balmy beach days, you’re in luck with several north coast beaches in easy reach, including Crantock, Holywell Bay and the sandy cove of Polly Joke. Two Pots Cottage is a beautiful, beguiling cottage, that really would make the dream family home.
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é ABOVE Beautiful wooded garden including a magical walled garden
GUIDE PRICE: £900,000 £695,000
JACKIE STANLEY PHILIP MARTIN
1 North 9 Cathedral Lane,Quay, TruroPadstow TR1 2QSPL28 8AF 01841 532555 01872 242244 sales@jackie-stanley.co.uk sales@philip-marti n.co.uk www.jackie-stanley.co.uk www.philip-marti n.co.uk
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Greenacres
A beautiful farmhouse cottage nestled in the Cornish countryside near St Just.
INFORMATION Nestled within beautiful countryside Extremely well presented Four double bedrooms (three en suite) Around ½ acre of grounds, including a meadow An additional one or five acres available by separate negotiation No forward chain
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ucked away in a beautiful rural location, enjoying sweeping views of the Cornish countryside, you’ll find Greenacres, a deceptively spacious detached house that will make the perfect family home. With its relaxing feel and being so close to the many beautiful beaches of west Cornwall, it’s unsurprising that the property has previously operated as a successful holiday let. The warm and inviting sitting room complete with exposed beams and woodburning stove is the perfect retreat to decamp and unwind following a day exploring the stunning countryside that’s quite literally on your doorstep. The dining room, meanwhile, is ripe for entertaining friends and family, with plenty of room for a large table to gather all the gang together. Downstairs also boasts a newly fitted kitchen, study, cloakroom, and a very handy utility room for cleaning muddy boots and even muddier paws after walkies. Upstairs are four lovely double bedrooms, three of which have en suites, as well as a family bathroom, making it ideal for visiting friends or relatives.
If you love your own outdoor space, then you’re in for a treat here. Not only are you surrounded by greenery, but Greenacres also boasts half an acre of its own grounds, separated into different sections including a meadow, and all of which have idyllic views in to the valley. Public footpaths can be found close by, leading out to rugged Cornish coastlines and in turn leading to beautiful golden sandy beaches. The town of St Just is close by where a good range of local amenities can be found, while the larger market town of Penzance is approximately six miles away. This really is a beautiful part of the world to live in, with the combination of beaches and countryside, and Greenacres is the perfect abode to make that dream a reality.
Greenacres
é ABOVE A rural location makes this the ideal property in which to escape from the rat-race
GUIDE PRICE: £410,000
MILLERSON
21 Causewayhead, Penzance TR18 2SP 01736 361282 penzance@millerson.com www.millerson.com
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1 Polteggan Cottages A lovely character house with gardens and a wooded copse, on the edge of The National Trust’s Trengwainton Gardens, Penzance.
INFORMATION Character cottage Rural location Two reception rooms Three bedrooms Garage Ample parking Garden and woods
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hink rustling leaves, a trickling stream and green lawns. Add a character house with original features and plenty of space. Set this in a wooded location just a couple of miles from the sea, beaches and the bustling town of Penzance, with its stunning views across Mount’s Bay, independent galleries and shops, and some of the best restaurants Cornwall has to offer. The result is rural idyll 1 Polteggan Cottages. This beautiful dwelling is entered through a solid wood door, which leads to the lounge and dining room, each with working feature fireplaces for indulging in Cornish winter evenings and window seats for enjoying views of the garden. The kitchen provides plenty of space for cooking, baking and socialising, with a built-in airing cupboard, ideal for drying off wet coats and shoes after a walk through the surrounding countryside. Upstairs are three bedrooms, two with feature fireplaces and mantles, together with a shower room. Outside, the grounds really are the pride and joy of this property. There is a granite walled garden, accessed through a painted wrought iron gate, awash with shrubs and plants, including colourful hydrangea and beautiful magnolia. To the side of the house is the main garden, with a delightful
patio area for barbeques in the summer or relaxing with a book while listening to the stream amble by. There is also a raised vegetable patch, perfect for enthusiasts or beginners who’d like to learn the art of growing your own. Behind the house you’ll find the wooded copse, comprising of approximately a third of an acre and the stream which supplied the old watermill in days gone by – and there’s a treehouse, sure to excite and entertain children. For adult members of the family there are two sheds, a cosy summerhouse and off-street parking for five cars as well as a wooden garage, providing plenty of space for all those gardening tools, surf boards and bicycles. 1 Polteggan Cottages truly allows for the best of both worlds: seclusion and privacy at the same time as being a short drive away from the local amenities; a wonderful house for whoever is lucky enough to make it their home.
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ABODE PROPERTY AGENTS
48 Fore Street, Hayle TR27 4DY 01736 756681 info@abodepropertyagents.co.uk www.abodepropertyagents.co.uk
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The Copper Kettle A large, family home in the picturesque harbour town of Porthleven.
INFORMATION Versatile family home Highly sought after location one minute walk to the harbour Five bedrooms Large sitting room separate one-bedroom, self-contained annexe
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robably one of the most sought after harbour towns in Cornwall, Porthleven has plenty to offer. The Copper Kettle is within a one minute walk of the bustling harbour where you can still buy the freshest fish straight from the boats. Or if you don’t want to cook your own fish, try any one of the stunning restaurants or pubs dotted around the picturesque harbour. From Seadrift, to lunching outside at award-winning The Square, fine dining at the other Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant Kota or take the whole family to its sister Kota Kai. Rick Stein has a restaurant here too, or just sit and watch the world go by at any of the pubs and cafes. Porthleven Food Festival is now a real must on any foodie’s diary. There is a selection of little independent shops and galleries as well as a well-stocked supermarket, and a local primary school. With its iconic clock tower, long shingle beach and harbour wall for crabbing and jumping off, Porthleven is absolutely perfect for family life. And The Copper Kettle could provide the perfect family home. This end-ofterrace Edwardian house was originally a guesthouse and is now a large family home that has the versatility to suit a range of potential uses. The main house has five bedrooms with the master en-suite and a pretty enclosed patio to catch the afternoon and early evening sun. But it also has a self-contained, one-bedroomed
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annexe that would be ideal for elderly relatives or teenagers. Downstairs, The Copper Kettle has an impressive 20ft square living room with smoked oak flooring and large dualaspect windows. There is also an inner hallway with original mosaic tiled floor, a generous dining room and a stylish fully integrated kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, downstairs toilet and large storage room perfect for bikes and surfboards. Upstairs is a brand new family bathroom and five bedrooms, the smallest of which is currently used as a dressing room for the master en-suite bedroom. The large loft could be converted into additional living space subject to planning permission. Outside is the private patio area, perfect for al-fresco dining leading on to the separate annexe with an open-plan kitchen/ lounge, double bedroom and shower room. At the side of the house is deeded parking for four vehicles. Everything an extended family could need are all set in this wonderful harbour town.
The Copper Kettle
ë MAIN a stunning, harbour town home
GUIDE PRICE: £445,000
MATHER PARTNERSHIP
25 Meneage Street, Helston TR13 8AA 01326 565016 sales@thematherpartnership.co.uk www.thematherpartnership.co.uk
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Contemporary coastal living
Fistral House boasts an enviable location designed to make the most of the breathtaking views.
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verlooking the world-renowned Fistral Beach, Fistral House is a selection of ten luxury apartments. Situated on the Pentire Peninsula in Newquay, the development is just a minute’s amble from one of the UK’s premier beaches. This coastal town blends laid back living with outdoor adventure. From its quaint fishing harbour to its dramatic coastline, Newquay has so much to offer. Foodies won’t be disappointed and with seven beaches there is a bay for every day. Blending style with views, utilising space and maximising living this is a home you’ll never want to leave. From little touches of luxury and design-led interiors, to seafacing balconies that bring the outdoors in, attention to detail is at the heart of every apartment. Each property features a bespoke Treyone kitchen with an alcove breakfast bar, luxury tiles supplied by Mandarin Stone and unique feature lighting to suit your style. Intimate, exclusive and second to none, the two penthouse apartments are as breath-taking as the beach they gaze upon. Wake up to world-class views every day of the week with the corner-to-corner feature
window, offering panoramic views that stretch out to sea. And to make the most of the Cornish sunsets, the large outdoor terrace offers the perfect place for sundowners and stargazing. Each penthouse encompasses half of the top floor and boasts sumptuous interiors, Miele appliances and in-ceiling speakers in all rooms – perfect for relaxed living or entertaining. This stunning private development of two to three bedroom apartments is the product of Legacy Properties, a family-owned and run property company creating beautiful, modern living spaces in the UK’s most sought after locations. It really has to be seen to be believed, so book a viewing now to mark the start of an exciting new adventure.
é TOP The stylish new apartments at Fistral é INSET Dog walking at Fistral beach
LEGACY PROPERTIES
Unit 2b, Quintdown Business Park, Quintrell Downs, Newquay TR8 4DS info@legacyproperties.co.uk www.legacyproperties.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Truro buzzing with home inspiration at the second Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Interiors Market.
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n 9th and 10th September 2016, thousands gathered in Truro city centre to discover a plethora of stunning and unique interior and homeware products at the second Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Interiors Market. The event, supported by Cornwall Living, hosted some of Cornwall’s best designers, makers and suppliers of glassware, art, ceramics, fabrics, soft furnishings, quality furniture, shutters and blinds, kitchenware and more. Over the two days, visitors got the opportunity to purchase bespoke one-off items, and meet local suppliers to discuss how they can create something special for their home. The Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Interiors Market was originally launched in 2015, proving to be extremely successful. Undoubtedly this year’s event exceeded all expectations, drawing in thousands more attendees. It has certainly become a highly anticipated feature on Cornwall’s event calendar and will be returning next year. Due to its popularity over the last two years and the positive feedback received by exhibitors and organisers of the event it is in
discussions about new locations so that the event is accessible for all in the county. Katie Parcell, from the Cornwall Home Show, says: “We’re delighted that so many visitors made the time to come along and see what the event was about and discover the great home products that were on offer. The support shown for our events across the board is much appreciated. We hope we can continue to offer people, whether local or on holiday, the chance to discover and take home something that reminds them of this lovely county and at the same time support the local makers and the region’s economy. We hope to build on our events and showcase what Cornwall is all about.” Photos from the event can be found on the Cornwall Home Show Facebook page. If you are interested in finding out more about the Home Show’s upcoming events visit the website.
Discover more Visit the next show
Cornwall Home & Lifestyle Show 29th and 30th April 2017 The Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge
Supported by media partner, Cornwall Living Featuring interiors, garden, renewables and self-build.
For more information visit www.cornwallhomeshow.co.uk
CORNWALL HOME SHOW
01872 888733 hello@cornwallhomeshow.co.uk www.cornwallhomeshow.co.uk /Cornwall Home Show Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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AW touch of style Beautiful ideas for the home from Inspirational Interiors.
e catch up with Sue Clark of interior design experts Inspirational Interiors to get the lowdown on the latest trends for the home. So what does Sue recommend to add a statement to your home? “I'm loving the new Clarrisa Hulse range”, explains Sue. “She has once again teamed up with Harlequin Fabrics to produce a second range of gorgeous fabrics and wallpapers. Clarissa drew her inspiration for the exquisite fabric collection Callista from a variety of influences, including her enduring passion for plants, flowers and landscapes.” The striking fabrics, all of which have that signature Clarissa style include silk and cotton mix jacquard
weaves, silk dupion prints and a beautiful voile that has been dip-dyed then embroidered and hand embellished. “Another one to look out for is Standing Ovation”, continues Sue, “a fashion inspired, couture collection of feature wallpapers from design house Harlequin. The collection comprises nine confident wallpaper designs in an array of over 40 beautiful options, all oozing with vivacity and sophistication. Drawing on both existing bestselling fabrics and original artwork, the wallpaper collection represents a mix of subtle silhouettes with an extravaganza on full-on colour and pattern, which majestically combines with the Fauvisimo fabric collection.”
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And for that extra touch of luxury, why not add some motorised blinds to your home? “Motorised blinds have always been seen as a premium product”, says Sue, “an extravagance beyond the reach of most. This is now a thing of the past as Louvolite proudly introduces One Touch motorised blinds, making luxury affordable. One Touch technology helps us to think differently about how we add shade at our windows.” Without getting up from your seat, you can filter the daylight, increase your privacy and let daylight in, all at the push of a button. The benefits are many: innovative yet affordable contemporary technology for the modern home and office; they are child safe
as operating cords and chains are no longer necessary; they are simple, convenient and easy to use; installation of battery-operated solutions is easy and removes the need for mains wiring; and best of all, they are operated by a remote control that can be used anywhere in the room. What’s more, the blinds are available in a range of ontrend patterns and styles to add an instant focal point to any room. Whatever the scale of project, speak to Sue to see how she can make your home as special as it really deserves to be. “We used Sue at Inspirational Interiors because of the local personal service, offered at a good price with a wide choice of fabrics”, says Mrs Spence of Newquay. Equally, if you have a holiday let or rental property which you want to maximise the potential of, then it really does pay to employ a professional service such as Inspirational Interiors to add that ‘wow’ factor. Another happy customer, Mrs Manson, adds: "I have just completed my property and Sue’s wooden blinds have added the finishing touch needed to get tenants queuing round the block. This is the fourth property Sue has done for me and I am delighted to be able to recommend her – nothing is too much trouble!” So if your home is in need of a bit a refresh, then perhaps it’s time to inject it with some designer inspiration from Sue now.
“We used Sue at Inspirational Interiors because of the local personal service, offered at a good price with a wide choice of fabrics”
INSPIRATIONAL INTERIORS
01637 854800 info@inspirationalinteriors.com www.inspirationalinteriors.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Rustic charm Beautiful bespoke furniture and unique homewares from Rustic House.
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t Rustic House, there’s something for everyone. Pop along to the impressive showroom, located just on the edge of St Austell on Par Moor Road and browse the range of unique reclaimed furniture, teak root dining sets, linen sofas, wicker, luxury lighting and much more. If you’re already thinking about Christmas, Rustic House has a lovely selection of home accessories and unique gift items. Most importantly, all of its items are available factory direct at wholesale prices. Why not visit the café and enjoy a delicious organic coffee and homemade cake whilst browsing?
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Heart of the home Bespoke handcrafted pieces in pine and oak, gorgeous ornaments and a huge range of classic paints.
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ooking for a one-off piece for your home to change the look of a room? Whether it’s a traditional style dresser for the kitchen, bespoke four-metre wardrobe for your bedroom or handmade dining table, Celtic Pine and Oak, in Wadebridge, has the answer to absolutely all of your furniture needs. The company has a combined 50 years of expertise in furniture making and it produces stylish, distinctive, handcrafted furniture, using traditional cabinet-making techniques. Celtic Pine and Oak offers a varied mix of designs for kitchen, dining and bedroom ranges plus unique one-offs, all of which can be finished in a country wax or classic Farrow & Ball paint.
“Put simply, we are committed to offering exceptional solid wood furniture at the keenest possible price,” says Manager Jean Hyde. “We use expert local and global craftsmen, whose skills have been passed down through the generations to ensure our products have lasting quality and are built using traditional woodworking techniques.” The Celtic Pine and Oak team’s long pedigree of design and finish produces furniture of unrivalled style, functionality and durability. And, if you are concerned about the origins of the wood for your new piece of furniture you can rest assured because they only select sustainable and ethically-sourced timber, putting the green agenda first. Whether you are looking for a modern piece or something more traditional the friendly team are always on hand to advise on all aspects of design and colour, and to offer advice on how to look after your products once you have taken them home. The store has a range of waxes and polishes to maintain the high quality finish of the furniture. The company will deliver or, if you would prefer, you can drop in and collect your wonderful new piece of furniture. So, whether it’s an occasional table or a bespoke 24-seat dining table, a visit to Celtic Pine and Oak’s Wadebridge emporium is in order. Wood has never looked so good!
ë ABOVE An inspiring collection of original and unique furniture and ornaments
CELTIC PINE AND OAK Foundry House, Polmorla Road, Wadebridge PL27 7NB 01208 816861 www.realwood-furniture.co.uk RealWoodFindsFurniture Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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oastal interiors are a firm favourite among homeowners and designers. This refreshing style reminds us of that carefree holiday atmosphere, with long lazy days, sand, sea and surf at our doorstep! Coastal design is about recreating this relaxed feeling within your home. Tiles play an important role in interior design, setting the look and feel of the home. Whether it be the floors which you walk barefoot or the statement feature in your shower, tiles offer a broad choice of textures, materials, finishes and colours. Imagine a peaceful seaside scene, with relaxing ocean blues and calming whites, soft sandy beiges to vibrant beach towel hues. The Cornish coast boasts its own unique quality of light, and a high gloss or glass tile is a great way to capture this. The reflective, shiny surfaces bounce light around your rooms. White tiles are the most popular choice for coastal interiors, as they spread and intensify light rather than absorbing it. Coastal living is also about making the most of the great outdoors, so why not take influence from natural materials in your home? The calming look of natural stone tiles will bring a spa like tranquillity, while the rustic finish of a wood effect tile will channel beach hut chic. Picture weatherbeaten driftwood or distressed painted planks for your floor or walls. The Cornwall Tile Company Newquay is the perfect place to visit if you’re looking
for a special touch of coastal class, with a 20-year background in the tile trade and ample experience in transforming luxury beachside homes. Take, for example, recent project Tamarisk (pictured), a luxury family beach house nestled in the beautiful location of Mawgan Porth. The clever use of tiles has given the owners the fresh, bright and energising aura of life on the beach. The Cornwall Tile Company team believes in style over trend, offering a comprehensive range of tiles to suit all tastes and interiors, with many coastal designs to choose from. Wander around the extensive showroom, getting inspiration from the easy-view displays. Here, you’ll find friendly and knowledgeable staff with all the expert advice you need on both choice and installation. The Cornwall Tile Company can take care of it all with a measuring and design service, installing your tiles to the highest standard. With owner Simon Paull himself supplying and installing tiles into the highest end homes for over a decade, you know you’re in safe hands.
é ABOVE The stunning coastal interiors at Tamarisk, brought to life with The Cornwall Tile Company
THE CORNWALL TILE COMPANY Unit 3, Treloggan Industrial Estate, Newquay TR7 2SX 01637 879188 info@thecornwalltilecompany.co.uk www.thecornwalltilecompany.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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mango, mindy and teak, characterised by a raw, grained finish... The look is utterly eclectic, with statement pieces inspired by the industrial era featuring iron and steel and looking like relics salvaged from a Manhattan warehouse or an early 20th century schoolhouse. These key pieces are juxtaposed with glossy, tobacco leather chairs or softened by neutral toned upholstery in linen and calico, which lends an understated elegance to the overall theme. With so many designs incorporated from so many eras and regions, it’s remarkable that the look works at all. In fact, it really shouldn’t work – but it does, perfectly – creating an understated comfort zone in your home where quirky functionality combines with timeless style... where industrial meets loft living... meets hacienda... meets chateau chic – all teamed with a few retro accessories to complete the vintage reclaimed vibe. In line with this current trend, Julian Foye launched the ‘Revival Collection’ into its Truro store this month, with the fourth floor entirely dedicated to this distinctive design look. The collection includes charismatic dining tables, with a cartwheel inspired table leg, paired with elegant French chairs that offset the rustic feel and confer an inviting sense of warmth. Some pieces of the Revival Collection are handmade, using only carefully selected
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reclaimed or recycled wood. The craftsmen work with the imperfections in the wood to ensure each item is individual and retains its characteristic natural beauty with no two pieces being the same. Due to the nature and general age of reclaimed or recycled timber, movement, slight cracks and gaps may appear over time. This is not something to be concerned about – rather it is a feature that gives this furniture its character and feel. The vintage reclaimed trend is a direct result of the popularity of up-cycling furniture, which has become fashionable over the past decade. The Revival Collection takes this to the next level as it makes the reclaimed look accessible to every home without the need to trawl antique markets in search of the quirky and the stylish or necessitate the graft of sanding, painting and restoring your discovery in order to create a customised look in your home. Cool statement pieces from the range, like the metal-edged coffee table with wine bottle storage offer a fusion of design and functionality and make this collection impossible to ignore. Similarly, the curved, half-moon, metal shelving units can be used against a wall or in the centre of a large room to effectively divide the area into two living spaces. The Revival Collection includes an extensive range of dining tables, chairs,
cabinets, display units, coffee tables, shelving, bookcases and mirrors that are guaranteed to bring a unique personality to your room. The key to recreating this versatile design look, which blurs the traditional boundaries by mixing modern design techniques with the vintage, the reclaimed and the antique, is to accessorise the look with raw materials, such as exposed brick, rustic wood, ceramic, metalwork and stone. Bringing in organic and natural themes, such as weathered wood textured flooring and using concrete pots as planters creates a relaxing ambience and if you really want to work the trend, invest in reclaimed shutters or antique panelling to successfully complete the effect. To view the Revival Collection visit Julian Foye, Truro.
é ABOVE We love this metal edged coffee table with wine bottle storage
JULIAN FOYE Tregolls Road, Truro TR1 1SB 01872 222226 truro@julianfoye.co.uk www.julianfoye.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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icture the scene… you’ve decided to install a new shed in the garden, the shed’s being delivered in a few days time and you need to prepare the foundations. So far, so good but with rain forecast for the foreseeable future and a tight deadline to work to, panic sets in – laying concrete foundations can take days and a lot of effort. Fear not, Stop-Digging Southwest has a new and innovative way to help install garden rooms, sheds, carports, decking, signage, fencing and most temporary building structures without the need for digging concrete foundations. The company, based in west Cornwall, uses corrosion resistant, galvanised steel ground screws up to 1.2 metres long, that can be used for projects such as temporary storage, timber, spa baths, fencing or climbing frames. We asked Managing Director Nathan Ward why this new method is so beneficial: “It’s not just a time issue, ground screws can really help because there’s no need for digging and laying a concrete foundations. It removes the need for lorries on site so not only can they be fitted in difficult to reach areas but they are good for the environment too as there’s no waste, no cement and little ground clearing. The screws are completely reusable, unwind them out when the structure needs to be
removed and the ground recovers.” The method also saves time – it can take just a few minutes to install one into the ground. So, if you want to put up a garden room or an office it only takes a morning to complete the foundations for your building. “That’s a lot easier and quicker than digging ground works in the Cornish mizzle,” adds Nathan. Suitable up to 25kN load the screws can handle most garden or light construction projects with the benefit of no waste products to take away or necessity to clear the ground. The concept comes from Swedish company Sluta Grav (Swedish for Stop Digging) whose success has led to selling over 100,000 ground screws through a large network of retailers and installers across Sweden. The market has grown rapidly in Europe and is now available for the first time, exclusively, right here in Cornwall. The time has come to stop digging!
ë ABOVE LEFT Ground screws – no need for digging or the laying of concrete foundations é ABOVE The screws are easy to install and completely reusable ê BELOW In-situ ready for the assembly of the garden out-house
STOP DIGGING SOUTHWEST Water-ma-Trout Industrial Estate, Helston TR13 0LW 07968 205443 /stopdiggingsw Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Healthy heating Heat your holiday accommodation the smart way, using infrared technology from Redwell.
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ow many times have you opened the door to your eagerlyawaited holiday break to smell a musty, possibly damp cottage or caravan? This is an all-too-common experience and, depending on the time of year, it may have been unoccupied for some time. A challenge for most holiday homeowners is weighing up the cost of heating out of season. Redwell, the infrared heating specialist, recently worked with a holiday homeowner in the south west, who faced a constant battle trying to maintain an even temperature in his static lodge while unoccupied over the winter. Frequent out-of-season visits were met with a damp unwelcoming smell and a full dehumidifier. Redwell installed an appealing system based on a range of images chosen by the client, printed onto Redwell’s range of panels to create a unique design theme. A simple thermostat system for each zone meant that he could set a minimum level to protect the lodge when away, and enjoy a healthy comfort when in residence. He’s overjoyed by the simplicity, aesthetic benefits, minimal energy use and accurate controllability the system offers. Now he returns to a fresh, welcoming smell ready to enjoy his stay. “Following the installation, I visited recently for the first time in a while to find virtually no water within the de-humidifier units, no dampness or condensation whatsoever throughout the lodge, and a consistent temperature in all rooms”,
explains the happy owner. “Combined with a very reasonable running cost, it has been an outstanding success!” Infrared produces a soft ambient warmth throughout, creating a subtle comfort which is healthy, as it warms the body, keeps the air cooler and fresher and at the same time warms the fabric of the building contributing to an evenness and efficient form of heating. How many times have we complained about ugly radiators taking up vital wall space that could be used far more effectively? Those days are numbered. The use of radiant heating within the home provides a huge range of flexibility due to the style of the panels offered. Choose from mirrors, custom framed prints, towel dryers or simple white panels mounted to your ceiling to free-up space. The opportunity to use your heating to furnish your home is a very new concept to most. Maintenance-free and with up to 50% less energy used, Redwell presents a compelling option for holiday homeowners who want to improve on aesthetics, save on energy, protect the fabric of the building and at the same time offer a unique selling point with healthy heating systems.
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Meet the future of TV, encompassing the best of OLED technology. The fusion of 4K resolution and OLED technology delivers the best picture possible today, in an artfully crafted curved design. HBH Woolacotts has OLED TVs on display in all its stores, and all with a free 5-year guarantee, so pop in and see for yourself.
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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. The main drawing room and
stunning bridal suite overlook the modern parterre garden beyond which marquees are usually situated on the former tennis lawn. New for 2017 is a stylish heated gazebo, located in the walled garden at the end of an aisle of rare medlar trees. However formal or informal an event you have in mind we are flexible.
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Editor Welcome to our wedding guide for Autumn 2016.
If you are getting married in 2017 then you probably need to start planning now, if you haven’t started already. A walk on the beach together to chat informally about what you want is a good place to start, to check that you both share the same vision of the big day… or maybe a very small intimate day! And think about the memories you want to create for you, your family and guests. What do you really want people to say about the ‘fabulous wedding’ they’ve just been to?
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The ‘feel’ you want to create – informal or formal, big and grand, or small and intimate – will guide you in choosing a venue and style. In Cornwall we are so lucky, you can have a clifftop wedding with fabulous views or have photos taken on golden sands… it’s all possible, and we have some great ideas in our guide. How about a romantic wedding or honeymoon at Karma St Martin’s on the Isles of Scilly or a ceremony in a beautiful Italian-style garden at Lamorran near St Mawes? Or, plan a wedding in your very own castle with views over St Ives at Tregenna Castle.
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Polperro yurts at West Kellow Farm are dog friendly and great for a mini break, Birthday or Hen party. Visit westkellowyurts.com for details. We are open Mid March-Mid October.
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From her workshop Sally designs and hand-crafts individual pieces of jewellery, using a combination of semi-precious stones, silver, gold and freshwater pearls.
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s w e i v & s w Ne Cele�ate at �e gl�ious Lam�ran Garden, St Mawes Do you aspire to an occasion which is unique and intimate, a fairy-tale wedding in magical surroundings? Look no further than Lamorran – a subtropical garden with uninterrupted views over St Mawes Bay and to the St Anthony’s Headland, with its iconic lighthouse. In fact, we reckon you’d be hard pushed to find a more awe-inspiring vista than this one – the perfect setting in which to share your special day with your loved one. Lamorran is a Mediterranean garden set in the beautiful Roseland Peninsula, surrounded by the sea, with extensive views out over to the Lizard. Built in an Italianate style and planted in the style of the great gardens of the Italian Riviera, the intimate four-acre garden winds down the hillside to the sea. If you’re in search of a personal, exclusive and truly memorable location for your wedding, speak to the team at Lamorran Gardens to make it a magical, unforgettable occasion. For more information visit www.lamorrangardens.co.uk or call 01326 270800
From fabulous dresses, and makeup to beautiful venues, some great ideas for your big day!
Absolutely Budeiful dresses and delicious ice creams! Budeiful Brides is a friendly haven for brides on The Strand in Bude. The team pride themselves on their unique service, taking the time to understand your needs to provide you with the experience you deserve for your special journey. Budeiful Brides offers an extensive range of bridal gowns from some of the best American and British designers for under a £1000. “We also offer a beautiful range of gowns for bridesmaids, beautiful jewellery of all kinds including one-off pieces made by us in-house”, explains Emily from the boutique. What’s more, Budeiful Brides offers fully bespoke gowns to achieve your dream look, by perfectly fitting your gown to make your own masterpiece. “Here at Budeiful Brides we never turn away a bride who needs help”, says Emily. “Weddings can be stressful, and even if you have not purchased a gown from us, we offer our full alteration service to everyone.” And for that extra something a little bit special on your big day, why not book Benny’s ice cream bike? This vintage-style tandem bike serves organic Cornish ice cream made in Boscastle and served in Benny’s ice cream parlour in Bude. The box is an original 1950s Wall’s box. For more information call 01288 353660 or visit www.budeifulbrides.co.uk For Benny’s Ice Cream call 07805 121005
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s w e i v & s w e N Make-up artist Suzi Winter launches new website! Every bride wants to look their best on their wedding day and if you have your wedding make-up applied by Suzi Winter, you’re sure to look like a movie star! Suzi trained at The Delamar Academy of Make-up (a complete make-up artist training programme) and at The London School of Beauty and Make-up and is one of Cornwall’s leading makeup artists. Originally from London, Suzi has worked on film sets, magazines, fashion shoots and many, many, weddings. She always keeps up to date with the current make-up trends and latest products and is a MAC and Bobbi Brown pro member. Take a look at Suzi’s new website where you’ll find all the details you need for arranging your wedding day make-up as well as plenty of inspiration on the ‘press and praise’ section. To read more about Suzi turn to page 66 where she talks to our editor, Mandy. Suzi Winter 07723 029548 www.makeupartistcornwall.co.uk
Bespoke �idal beauty boutique opens in St Ives There’s exciting news for Cornish brides with the opening of Beautopia Belles, an innovative venture that will have ‘brides to be’ flocking to the door. Beautopia stocks off-the-peg, vintage, and one-off sample dresses and accessories. This is a new concept for brides looking for a mix of current and vintage style bridal wear from dresses, separates and tiaras to unique veils and boleros; all available to purchase in store. If you find the dress of your dreams but it doesn’t quite fit, Beautopia can also put you in touch with their seamstress for any alteration services. You are welcome to browse the beautiful unique dresses at any time during the boutique’s opening hours or you can arrange an out-of-hours appointment for evening and weekends. Beautopia also offers beauty therapy services for your big day, including bridal make-up, nails, spray tanning and lashes. A bespoke bridal package for the bride and her bridesmaids can also be arranged, with a glass of bubbles and some Cornish nibbles on arrival. Beautopia Belles 5 Fernlea Terrace, St Ives TR26 2BH | 01736 794050
One Bridal, Charlestown’s independent boutique One Bridal is a lovely, independent bridal boutique based at The Old Workshops in the historic port of Charlestown. Opened in 2011, the boutique is run by a mother and daughter team, stocking a small but varied collection of stunning wedding dresses and accessories. “Our approach is for the bride to create her own unique dress”, explains Lynn from the boutique, “and so the collections include a range from Romantica of Devon called Infinity Bridal” (www.infinitybridal.co.uk). There are eight classically elegant styles in the collection made from beautiful soft satin. Cleverly, these can either be worn alone, or the bride can design her own dress by using the Infinity Accessories collection with up to 50 separate items and embellishments to customise the dress, making it truly unique and one-of-akind. Or, the bride-to-be can have a bespoke
dress made by One Designs, courtesy of Lynn’s mother; each dress is made only after getting to know the bride and so is guaranteed to be a one-off design. One Bridal now stocks the iconic shoe brand Irregular Choice (created by Dan Sullivan in 1999), adding to its other collections of stunning wedding shoes by Rainbow Club and Perfect Bridal. Each year, Dan creates over 600 different styles and is constantly jotting down styles, photos and sketches. From embellished heels, ornate woodcarvings, tiny intricate charms and lavish fabrics to the memorable colour combinations; everybody has an ‘Irregular Choice’ favourite shoe or story.
For more information visit www.onebridal.co.uk or call 01726 338085
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YOUR DAY, YOUR WAY, OUR PLEASURE Choose from one of our three wedding packages. GOLD • SILVER • BRONZE Each one designed to suit your budget and expectations. Visit our website – www.thelugger.co.uk – for full details.
The Lugger Inn • 3 Marine Terrace • The Promenade • Penzance • Cornwall • TR18 4DL T: 01736 363 236 • F: 01763 364 141 • E: info@thelugger.co.uk www.thelugger.co.uk
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Discover romantic Scilly, a paradise island escape right here in Cornwall.
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magine walking hand in hand along a deserted white sand beach, the sun catching the tiny pieces of silver and diamonds the sand leaves shimmering on your toes. As you gaze out across the cobalt blue ocean with pure white clouds dotted against an azure blue sky you could be forgiven for thinking you were in far-off climes. But you’d be wrong. This stunning island paradise lies just 28 miles off the coast of Cornwall. The Isles of Scilly are an uncrowded and uspoilt archipelago with just five main inhabited islands nestled amongst more than hundred rocky islets. If your dream wedding and honeymoon is one of pure escapism then you can’t get a more magical destination than Scilly for your ceremony or honeymoon, or indeed both! With such short travel times and no need for additional visas or special licences you can share your day to remember in the company of family and friends. Having visited Scilly since a young girl my love affair with the islands started and finished with St Martin’s. For me, this is the most magical of the five. As you approach on the motor launch that brings you across from St Mary’s you are greeted with a breathtaking stretch of sand, with cool, clear water gentle lapping at the edge. This is just one of many stretches of beach on St Martin’s – all have their individual character and each reveals a new gorgeous vista out across the water.
Such is the beauty of the beaches and the fabulousness of the views I could wax lyrical forever, but as every girl knows at some point you have to come back down to earth and consider the practicalities of the wedding ceremony and reception. But dear reader, fear not – the island is home to the luxurious Karma St Martin’s, a holistic hideaway that from a distance looks like a hamlet of traditional stone island cottages. This simple façade belies an interior of contemporary luxury and a stunning venue in which to say ‘I do’. Karma has four
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B e au t i f u l ly u n iqu e W eddings The perfect union of breathtaking architecture, beautiful grounds, spacious terrace and delicious food. Let The Alverton be the magnificent backdrop to your big day.
Discover the awardwinning venue in the heart of Cornwall.
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n Karma St Martin’s offers everything a couple needs for the perfect wedding, from fine wines and delicious food to exquisite views and elegant accommodation
licensed wedding settings to choose from and its gorgeous gardens are the perfect place for photographs with that stunning blue water and white sand as a backdrop. Your guests will be wowed by gorgeous bedrooms, some decorated with intricate Balinese wallpapers by designer Tina Driscoll (Karma Group’s businesses began in Bali and India and so interiors hark to the orient with a clever mix of pattern and coastal chic). And the honeymoon suite really is something else. Relax in the calming, muted tones of your own large living room that has a vista out across Tean Sound and beyond, before you step out onto the private balcony and take in deep calming breaths of the restorative sea air. There’s nothing like the smell and sound of
the ocean to calm those pre-wedding nerves along with a treatment in the hotel spa to nourish and nurture. Once you’ve said ‘I do’ and gathered for photographs (the hotel can arrange a photographer for you) it’s time to sip champagne and look forward to the wedding breakfast. Any anxiety about speech-making can be put to one side for the moment while you enjoy the hotel’s cuisine to the full. Chefs prepare their dishes from seasonal produce, much of which is locally grown or caught from the very waters that the hotel overlooks. The wine list is carefully chosen and with a Wine Emotion System in place you and your guests can explore the world’s finest vintages one step at a time. I’ll leave you there for a moment…looking out across a room filled
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ç LEFT A Scilly Flowers bouquet will fill the air with a beautiful scent ê BELOW Fay Page's exquisite jewellery will leave you with a memento of Scilly that, along with your memories, will last a lifetime
with the happy faces of family and dear friends who are sharing in your special day, making memories to last a lifetime. There are some other practicalities of the day that need attending to. You won’t need a wedding car as they aren’t allowed on the island, a short stroll is all you need take from where you don the dress of your dreams to standing next to your betrothed. If you want to always wear a little piece of Scilly then you could commission local jeweller, Fay Page, to make your wedding bands or perhaps a silver and gold St Martin’s cowrie necklace? Flowers for the day couldn’t be fresher than those from Scilly Flowers from the island’s Churchtown Farm. Scented pinks in summer and scented narcissi in winter will fill the room with a sweet heady scent whatever the season. Scilly Maid Chocolate, tempered and moulded on St Mary’s, will make yummy favours for your guests. Once the day is done and you awake as Mr and Mrs then it’s time to explore the island, after a hearty breakfast of course! Strolling arm in arm around St Martin’s is a real treat, whichever direction you choose to take – it’s just about big enough to lose yourself for the day but not big enough to
get lost. There is plenty to explore over a few days on the island, meandering round the paths and trails, discovering view after view after view. No countryside walk is complete without a pit stop in a proper traditional pub. The Seven Stones Inn, a lovely stone building offers a good pint and quite possibly the best view from a pub garden anywhere in the UK. Of course, after each day exploring, you want nothing more than to retreat to the perfect sanctuary – and a wedding and honeymoon on St Martin’s will allow you to do just that.
Useful contacts
Karma St Martins www.karmagroup.com
Isles of Scilly Travel www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk Islands Partnership www.visitislesofscilly.com Scilly Flowers www.scillyflowers.co.uk Fay Page Jewellery www.faypage.co.uk
Scilly Maid Chocolate www.scillymaidchocolate.uk
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C apturing �e magic For Laura Buffery-Martin, documenting the story of a wedding day is a creative, emotional and rewarding honour.
ì MAIN Make the most of a beautiful location with beautiful photography è INSET Capturing the moments with Laura Buffery Photography
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hen someone does what they love and loves what they do, the result is usually something quite special. Such is the case for Laura, a professional wedding and portrait photographer based on Cornwall’s north coast. “From the moment my dad gave me his Pentax ME Super in my early teens, I was hooked,” Laura tells us. “At age 15 I did work experience for a very successful wedding and portrait photographer and learnt the art and magic of dark room processing.” Since then, Laura’s passion for photographing natural, fleeting and fun moments has only grown greater. A loan and mentor from the Prince’s Trust and a modest website were the starting points for what is now an exciting, rewarding and still growing business. Couples she originally photographed with newborn babies call on her year by year to document the changes. For Laura, Cornwall is a photographer’s paradise. “I feel so lucky to be living and working in this beautiful county. Visiting the most beautiful venues ‘for work’”. She often travels too, especially for weddings, and has photographed special days in the many treasures of Devon, Bristol, Dorset, Gloucester, the Isle of Wight and Switzerland. “I love the diversity of photographing a wedding day. There’s always a moment to shoot, always a beautiful
location, and so much emotion. I mainly work with a photojournalistic mindset, taking on the role of a portrait photographer as I direct and pose groups, becoming a still life photographer with the detail shots and satisfying my love of landscape photography by always capturing the location. I am constantly rewarding my creativity – it can’t get better than that!” Photographing people is a special part of the job for Laura, and it really shows in the beautiful moments she manages to capture in her images. “Even in my early landscape work you’ll find a solitary figure there somewhere, making the shot”, she explains. Laura recently launched her new website, which showcases all her latest work, from weddings to on-location family portraits, and commissions to product shoots. The site is beautifully put together, an inspiring online journal of colour, emotion and atmosphere expertly captured.
LAURA BUFFERY PHOTOGRAPHY
01209 313807 info@laurabufferyphotography.co.uk www.laurabufferyphotography.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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y a d r u yo Gorgeous make-up artist Suzi Winter knows just how to make you feel special.
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meet the beautiful Suzi at her home on a sunny afternoon and we settle down in her garden with spectacular glimpses of the sea glistening in the distance. Suzi is tall and slim, with huge green eyes, long lustrous chestnut hair and a bone structure to die for. And she is also warm, funny, and totally self-effacing… her main worry during our talk is “why me?” But with an agent in London finding her work for the likes of Hello magazine, as well as contracts with hugely successful Cornish companies like Seasalt and a stunning wedding portfolio, I’m keen to find out a bit more about this successful make-up artist based in Cornwall. After all Cornwall, gorgeous though it is, doesn’t immediately seem the right place to build a successful career as a make-up artist. “Actually that was partly down to a very glamorous agent I knew who was staying at the Tresanton. When I told her that, while I absolutely loved living in Cornwall, I thought I should move back up to London to improve my prospects she said to me (puts on slightly affected ‘lovey’ voice) ‘Darhhling… are you mad! London is full of make-up artists. Down here you are the only one… there will be plenty of work!’” And, of course, the agent was proved right, but it must have taken quite a leap of faith to stay and make it work.
words by:
Mandy Milano
Background
Unsurprisingly, when she was 16, Suzi started work as a model with an agency in London. She grins at me: “But I really wasn’t a very good model, I didn’t have the confidence and you need to have a certain self-belief to be able to strut your stuff and pose for the cameras. But I loved watching the make-up artists at work and decided that that was what I really wanted to do!” So she enrolled at the prestigious Delamar Academy on a professional make-up design course. Once finished, she worked alongside friends in the business learning and finessing her trade. “I was lucky enough to work on the film Blue Juice with Katherine Zeta Jones which was amazing. But otherwise I was doing lots of assisting on model shoots and also starting to do weddings.” She gives me that huge smile again, “which I discovered I absolutely loved!” She then went travelling the world, but it was in Bali that her life changed again. Suzi
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"I have really grown to love doing weddings, and I get to do them in Cornwall… it doesn’t get any better!"
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picks up the story: “I met this guy in Bali and he started telling me about the wonders of Cornwall and how much I would love it. By then, the idea of going back to London was pretty horrid. So I moved to Cornwall, and he’s now my sister’s husband! So it wasn’t just my life that Bali changed!”
herself… at her most beautiful. It’s when you will be most photographed in your life. But you want people to say you look amazing… not that your make-up is fabulous! And… it’s all about the eyes for a bride; I use individual lashes to really open out the eyes.” Her enthusiasm is contagious!
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Time off
Suzi has been with Seasalt for five years, not just working on its promotional material but now with Seasalt in John Lewis and Next directory, online and video. “I love doing it, they are such a fantastic company to work for, with fabulous locations all over Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.” I ask her about a typical day on location: “I usually start about 6am doing the models’ hair and make-up for the day. Then it’s off to the location and I pretty much spend the day running about touching up make-up and redoing hair and, most of all, trying not to get in the way of the photographers! It’s pretty full-on.” But it’s weddings that she gets really passionate about. “It really is such a special time to get involved in someone’s life – that one big day! A bride wants to look like
With two children: Marley (seven) and Savannah (five), Suzi and partner Jamie spend most of their time off as a family. ”We camp on the Lizard in our campervan, or go to the beach at Poldhu or Gwenver. I do yoga; I love yoga. I surf and run a bit. We like to eat out: Seadrift or Kota, the food is amazing! And the Polurrian is great for the kids.” The conversation drifts back to weddings and make-up. Suzi smiles, “I have really grown to love doing weddings, and I get to do them in Cornwall… it doesn’t get any better!”
SUZI WINTER 07723 029548 www.makeupartistcornwall.co.uk /SuziWinterMakeupArtist Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Suzi’s tips for brides to be
“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 artists work online. And always have a trial session.”
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p u e d a A� m Help to look your best with a range of treatments from Aesthetic Solutions. é ABOVE Look fresh and youthful on your special day
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veryone wants to look fabulous on their wedding day – and not just the bride, but the bridesmaids and mothers of the bride and groom. It has to be the whole package – the clothes, the hair, the make-up and, of course, the face and skin must look fresh and youthful. Aesthetic Solutions offers a variety of treatments to consider before the big day, both injectable and non-injectable, to ensure your face is looking its very best. Injectables include anti-wrinkle injections for the forehead and around the eyes (lasting up to three months), as well as dermal fillers to plump up deeper lines or to volumise the face, giving an instant result (lasting up to 18 months). Injectable treatments start at £180. But, if you’re not a fan of needles, there’s a fantastic range of non-injectable treatments too – medical strength creams to tackle problematic skins, dermarollers to create fresher skin, laser treatments for facial thread veins and the very popular HydraFacials, which can be specifically designed to target mature skin, fine lines, enlarged pores or acne prone skin, to improve skin texture, skin tone, evenness and vibrancy. The HydraFacial, which has taken Cornwall by storm, is loved by the medical community, beauty editors and celebrities alike. It results in long-term benefits without downtime or
irritation. The unique Vortex-Fusion serum delivery system is what Sets Hydrafacial MD apart from other procedures. The multi-step treatment cleanses, exfoliates and extracts to remove impurities and dead skin cells while at the same time replenishing vital nutrients including antioxidants, peptides and hyaluronic acid – results you can see and feel instantly! Aesthetic Solutions is a doctor and nurse run clinic in Truro. It’s the longest running cosmetic clinic in Cornwall and is Save Face and Care Quality Commission registered, so you can rest assured that you are being confidentially treated by highly-trained professionals in a private clinic. Visit the Aesthetic Solutions website to view the range of treatments available.
AESTHETIC SOLUTIONS Breezecott Clinic, 196a Bodmin Road, Truro TR1 1RB 01872 272520 info@aestheticsolutions.co.uk www.aestheticsolutions.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Your day
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A Tregenna Castle wedding is as unique as every couple the team meets. They believe your wedding should be just that – your wedding!
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regenna Castle is the perfect staging area for your dream day. If you want to feel like royalty with a castle wedding, or you’ve always dreamed of white sandy beach photos, then Tregenna is the place for you. As Conference and Event Manager, Keira Beatie, explains, weddings at Tregenna Castle are tailored entirely to you. “We believe that your wedding day should be shaped around your vision and as unique as the love you share”, says Keira. “Our passionate wedding coordinators are eager to work alongside you to bring that vision to life, making sure that everything is in place for you to relax and enjoy your special day.” Whatever you want for your special day, Keira and the team want to help you create the dream wedding you’ve always longed for. “Our wedding packages help to take all the stress out of planning, so you can focus more of your precious time on all the finer details. We offer the Kara Package, perfect for larger parties, and the Lowena Package that can be as intimate as you like; the Midweek Vintage Wedding that boasts a vintage atmosphere; and our Winter Wedding Package for those who dreamed of getting married in the colder months.” Visit Tregenna’s website to look through all the packages to work out which is best for you. “If there are certain aspects you’d like to change, just let us know”, says Keira.
ç LEFT Say ‘I do’ outside in the pavilion, overlooking St Ives bay
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“We know that we need to be flexible because everyone’s dream day is slightly different.” But how about the proposal itself? Tregenna even offers a proposal package so if you’re planning on popping the question you can ensure it will be an unforgettable occasion. Not many people can say they’ve been married in a stunning Cornish castle. The entire 72-acre estate is available to pick the perfect spot for wedding photos, to cherish the day’s memories forever, from the pavilion to the front of the castle; in the grounds or even on the beach. You can say “I do” in a variety of places, from the pavilion to the lovely function rooms. “We believe in possibilities”, says Keira. With guests travelling far and wide, why not organise a pre-wedding get-together? Tregenna Castle has a beautiful new barbeque area perfect for intimate family gatherings, canapé and champagne receptions or even a hog roast. With all the wedding planning you may want to book into Castle Beauty for a relaxing massage before the big day. When it comes to the reception there is so much the team can offer you to ensure it’s everything you ever imagined. After the ceremony, it’s time for the celebrations to start. The team are with you at every stage, so all you need to worry about is letting your hair down and having fun surrounded by the people you love. Tregenna can provide you
with a varied selection of wines: cold, crisp champagne, and you can even work with the team to create your own bespoke wedding cocktail for you and your guests to enjoy. At Tregenna, one of the truly great things on offer is the gift of choice. Savour drinks and canapés on the lawn, or take to one of the five function rooms. Once toasts are out of the way, and dinner has been devoured, it’s time to party. Thankfully, the team can provide a list of trusted suppliers to provide a night of unforgettable entertainment. Let the Tregenna team work with you to make your day as special as it should be. “We know that weddings can be stressful and that everyone can get bogged down with the planning phases”, says Keira. “That’s why we’re here to support you every step of the way. So relax, unwind, and enjoy the celebration of your love! If you’ve been looking for a picturesque backdrop, with a team of people to support you, the search is over. Indulge in a Tregenna wedding and have the day you’ve always dreamed of and the day you really deserve.”
é TOP The beautiful new barbeque area, ideal for intimate family gatherings ë INSET An idyllic location to create the perfect wedding photos
TREGENNA CASTLE Trelyon Avenue, St Ives TR26 2DE 01736 795254 www.tregenna-castle.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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t h g i s t s r fi t a e v Lo The Atlantic Hotel, Newquay, is the perfect location for your dream wedding.
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hat could be more romantic than enjoying your special day in a luxurious hotel situated in ten acres of headland, combining stunning accommodation, unrivalled hospitality with a view that you can’t help but fall for? Moments from the famous Fistral beach, one of the south west’s most stunning stretches of sand, the Atlantic Hotel in Newquay is the perfect setting for the ultimate waterside wedding. Having recently launched a proposal package for anyone popping the question, the Atlantic has an impressive series of wedding packages, so you can plan your day your way, down to the tiniest detail. With an original sweeping staircase, grand entrance, marble floor, chandeliers and a ballroom with Art Deco styling, the interior is perfect for your event and, when the sun’s shining, you can say ‘I do’ with the ocean as your witness, beneath the intimate gazebo. Why not sample some of the magic before the big day? Relax in the sumptuous suites with rolltop baths, kingsize beds, and views at every turn. The hotel’s Romance Break package offers a stunning and relaxing getaway with sand, sea and sunsets that neither of you are ever likely to forget. And, while the beach is stunning, you’ll be tempted not to leave the grounds, especially as you lounge next to the azure outdoor pool, or kick back in the hot tub, both of which overlook Towan, Great Western, Tolcarne, Lusty Glaze and Porth beaches. Here in Cornwall, we all know that there’s nothing quite like fresh sea-air to work up an appetite. Being so close to the ocean, even sunning yourselves by the pool will be enough to get your tummy rumbling. Fortunately, from pasta to succulent steaks to seafood, the delectable menu in the hotel’s own Rosette awarded champagne bar and restaurant, Silks, is a product of a firm belief that fresh and local tastes better. From the team’s warm welcome and the luxurious accommodation to the beautiful setting, there are countless reason to make the AA four star Atlantic the location for the most important day of your life.
î BELOW Luxurious decor and stunning views make the Atlantic Hotel an idyllic wedding venue
THE ATLANTIC HOTEL
Dane Road, Newquay TR7 1EN 01637 872244 info@atlantichotelnewquay.co.uk www.atlantichotelnewquay.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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celebrate your special day at apple tree. Visit our website for hire details and up and coming Autumn events.
Make your bridal party or wedding occasion extra special with beautiful natural henna design Apple Tree Cafe is a family run cafe/ restaurant situated in Trevescan, Sennen – 1 mile from Lands End. ☎ Tel 01736 872753 /appletreesennen www.appletreecafe.co.uk
For more information, contact Sublime Boutique Spa 26 Lemon Street, Truro, Cornwall TR1 2LS. 07511 404744 • www.sublimespa.co.uk
Amelia’s Classic Cars
Amelia’s Classic Cars aim to provide a unique and individual wedding car hire in Cornwall, tailored to suit your individual needs.
Mill House, Trewardreva Mill, Constantine, Falmouth TR11 5QD 01326 341276/01209 861146 (evenings) info@ameliasclassiccars.co.uk
Beautiful handmade jewellery crafted in any combinations of gold, silver, bronze or copper. Unique individual pieces to reflect your unique day
Individually planned menus in your chosen format and style, using the finest local Cornish produce. Canapes Finger Buffets Hot & Cold fork Buffets Served Meals Hog Roasts & Barbecues Tel: 01326 374402 • www.truffles-catering.co.uk jenny@trufflescatering.fsnet.co.uk
Wedding, Editorial & Photographic Make-up Perfect Brows • Nouveau LVL Lashes Eyelash Extensions • Sienna X Spray Tanning Hot & Cold Stone Facials Indian Head Massage • Thai Foot Massage Naturally enhancing your beauty for your special day! tamsynsiddiqui@ymail.com www.cornwallweddingmake-up.co.uk 07870 568086
C Jane Jewellery
07800 649555 | cjanejewellery.co.uk email: cjanejewellery@outlook.com
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Poldark is back A star studded night on the red carpet with the stars of Poldark. words by:
Mandy Milano
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t starts with an email: an invitation to the preview of the first episode of series two of Poldark… and meet the three main stars Aidan Turner (Ross Poldark), Eleanor Tomlinson (Demelza Poldark) and Jack Farthing (the evil George Warleggan). We are the envy of nearly the whole office (there’s always one or two who don’t get it) where Poldark fever’s already high. Sadly, it’s raining by the time we get to St Austell, but during the previous few days the hype around the series and the enigmatic Ross
Poldark has been growing and we are both really excited to be attending such a prestigious red carpet event. We check in with the guys from the BBC and then, despite the rain, head off to watch the stars on the red carpet. We can hear the noise before we catch sight of the crowds; people are standing about 10 to 12 deep round the cordoned-off red carpet. There’s a quiet buzz of conversation as we all chat to the people around us… and then a hush descends… swiftly followed by a huge cheer: the stars have arrived! We all go a little bit mad and Felix is behaving like a true paparazzo holding his camera in the air and clicking away over people’s heads in the hope of getting a picture. All three stars are absolutely charming taking time with people, despite the rain; having their pictures taken with fans, signing autographs and even bestowing the odd kiss or two. Then the stars are whisked away, the crowd share stories and pictures with their neighbours, and it’s time for us to be ushered into the cinema for the screening. Inside, after a brief welcome, the lights are dimmed, the music swells and we are all totally immersed in Cornwall and all things Poldark. It is fabulous to watch on a large screen; the landscapes and the stars look sensational; we are transported back to a different time but in scenery we know so well. It’s over far too soon.
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ê BELOW Signing autographs and posing for photos
The lights go up and, amid cheers, the stars walk onto the small platform right in front of us; after a moment of being completely star-struck, I manage to find my voice and get an early question in, asking where there favourite bits of Cornwall are. Jack Farthing who is much, much nicer than his alter ego, the evil George in the series, answers first. “I’ve only just finished a holiday at Trebetherick, I can’t seem to keep away, I
have completely fallen in love with Cornwall. But I guess Charlestown is my absolute favourite place: it’s like a compact version of everything Cornwall has to offer.” Then Eleanor, who plays Demelza, chips in: “Yes, Charlestown is one of my favourites too. But it’s Bodmin moor that I really love; Demelza really seems to come alive on the moor.” Finally it’s Aidan’s turn. He gives us all a lovely, warm smile. “I really love the whole area and spectacular coastline around St Just where Ross Poldark has his mines. It’s quite unique. Oh, and the cove at Porthgwarra, that’s stunning.” Writer of the series and executive producer Debbie Horsfield adds: “Cornwall has become another character in the series, a character with a huge personality! We have to put up with all she throws at us weather-wise, and really make the most of those dark brooding skies, magnificent storms and gorgeous calm days with their still bright blue skies and glittering seas that are all part of being in the county.” We make our way out into the dark, wet night, exchanging stories and feeling very privileged to have been part of it all. A red carpet first for us. And Cornwall is very definitely one of the main stars!
“A hush descends… swiftly followed by a huge cheer: the stars have arrived!”
For more information about Poldark locations www.visitcornwall.com/poldark/blog/poldark-film-locations?
Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Stay
Coastal
Escapes Our choice of C�nish getaways
Beautiful stays in Polzeath, Charlestown and Falmouth. Stepping Stones, Polzeath
Stepping Stones is a beautiful property, epitomising chic coastal living, just minutes from the sand and surf of Polzeath and a gentle stroll away from Daymer Bay along the coast path. ç LEFT The master bedroom with private balcony
êBELOW A large, open-plan living space
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be struck by the contemporary exterior, fusing wood, glass and slate in stylish clean lines. Stepping inside, a beautiful contrast of wood and leather seating, coastal canvases and colourful cushions creates a modern yet relaxing ambience. The open-plan kitchen and dining area has slate floors, and the statement dining table is perfect for bringing all the family together to plan the day that lies ahead. What’s more, the modern log burner is ideal for warming up after a surf session. Stepping Stones has six beautifully decorated bedrooms, including a sumptuous master with its own private balcony overlooking the countryside. A sun terrace spans the front of the house, a sheltered spot to relax and recline on the sun loungers. At the back of the house, a long flowerbed is scattered with beautiful succulents, lavender and grasses. Luxurious down to the last detail, and with so much to see and do literally on your doorstep, Stepping Stones is the dream base for your next north coast adventure. 01208 869090 www.latitude50.co.uk
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Stay Lantern Cottage, Charlestown
New to the Cornish Traditional Cottages family, Lantern Cottage a stylish yet comfortable and inviting mid-terraced, 18th century cottage is an easy stroll from the historic Cornish harbour village of Charlestown. Set back from the road with an enclosed lawn, making the most of its south easterly position, follow the path to the front where you’ll be welcomed with a traditional layout that’s surprisingly light and airy. Although modernised the owners have been careful to maintain as many of the characteristics of this traditional cottage, retaining its unique charm. A traditional hallway gives access to the two ground floor rooms, a comfortably furnished sitting room with an open fire and a kitchen/diner with a flagstone floor. Upstairs you will find three attractively furnished bedrooms and a family bathroom. Charlestown, with its beautiful historic harbour, is one of the primary filming locations for the popular Poldark series. So make sure you make the most of this historic set, which is only a short walk
ç LEFT Tradtionally furnished living room with open fire
from Lantern Cottage. With the coast path and glorious beaches all within easy reach, this really is the perfect place to escape the everyday and soak up the inimitable south Cornish coastline. 01208 895354 www.corncott.com
Polkanuggo Farm, near Falmouth
Polkanuggo Farm Holiday Cottages, just outside of Falmouth, offers an idyllic, rural retreat at its eco-friendly, selfcatering holiday homes, set in secluded countryside surroundings, on a familyrun working farm, in the heart of Cornwall. The team welcome you with
é INSET The light and spacious kitchen è RIGHT Panoramic views across the Cornish countryside
ê BELOW One of three comfortable bedrooms
tea and fresh Cornish cake, the perfect way to kick off your dream family holiday. The cottages have been lovingly refurbished with meticulous detail using handcrafted solid oak and original granite materials used from Polkanuggo Quarry, to create a warm, inviting retreat. A natural spring is automatically pumped into a UV filter and biomass boiler, providing locally-sourced fresh water and underfloor heating. The farm is nestled within over 50 acres of private green fields, with two large ponds distinctly displayed in a secure fencing, a real haven for wildlife. It’s ideally located for accessing many of the beautiful beaches, tourist attractions and walks of the coast. Polkanuggo Farm Holiday Cottages are within easy reach of Falmouth, with its busy harbour, beautiful beaches, shops and galleries. It’s also the departure point for coastal safaris – take a boat trip to nearby St Mawes, Flushing and the picturesque river Helford. Close by, St Stithian’s Lake offers watersports including canoeing, windsurfing and sailing, plus nature trails. www.polkanuggofarmholidaycottages.co.uk
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Out & about
A riverside retreat If you’re looking for some ‘time-out’ then a visit to the Budock Vean Spa will leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.
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ith all the stresses and strains of modern life we sometimes just need to chill-out for a while. Where better than somewhere that not only offers a stunning location, but excellent treatments, delicious food and wonderful facilities? That’s a lot of superlatives for one sentence but a visit to the Budock Vean Spa really does deserve them. As we arrive and turn into the private drive, lined with mature trees, we make our way to the front of the hotel. An 18th century manor house is there to welcome us – this is when we wished we had booked a night’s stay as well, we’ll know for next time! We are greeted by a friendly receptionist who escorts us to the spa via the hotel’s lovely selection of lounges, which all look out across the landscaped gardens. We make a mental note to come back here for afternoon tea where we can curl up in one of the many deep armchairs. The spa is at the far end of the hotel and has a reception area with treatment rooms surrounding it. From here you walk down to the swimming pool area where we found loungers to lounge on, an outdoor hot tub
to soak in and a walk in shower to cleanse and invigorate – with a plentiful supply of sweet smelling body products to try. There is even an open fire that warms the soul during the winter months. After an hour or so of gentle swimming and soaking in the hot tub bubbles we were called for our treatments. The back massage is amazing. Just the right pressure so that you can drift off and enjoy the moment, covered in warm towels with gentle music playing in the background. Could things get any better? Well, it seems they could. Our massages were followed by a delicious light lunch after which we decide to take a gentle stroll down through the hotel grounds to relax at the water’s edge. The hotel and spa is situated on the banks of the Helford river deep in Daphne Du Maurier country and as the sun dances on the water we conclude it is the perfect end to a perfect day.
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Celebrate in style
The spa specialises in hen party celebration days for up to 15 people, with gift vouchers available for a specific treatment or designated amount. Call the team for details.
BUDOCK VEAN HOTEL & SPA
Near Helford Passage, Mawnan Smith, Falmouth TR11 5LG 01326 252101 www.budockvean.co.uk/spa Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Contemporary holiday lets on the Cornish coast... all within walking distance of the beach.
FOR ALL CORNWALL LIVING READERS Rest and Relax with our special Rejuvenate Package which includes a 25 minute back massage plus 25 minute facial, using 100% organic Made for Life skincare. ONLY £60. OR Enjoy a Cream Tea Spa Day which includes a 25 minute spa treatment of your choice, full use of facilities and a Cornish cream tea. ONLY £50. Valid until 30th November To book call 01736 792907 or email Una.spa@madeforlifeorganics.com
MADE FOR LIFE SPA | UNA ST IVES, LAITY LANE, CARBIS BAY, ST IVES, CORNWALL TR26 3HW
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Stay Out & A
A country escape Now is the perfect time to invest in your very own holiday home.
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magine what it would be like to own a beautiful, comfortable getaway that you can retreat to at your leisure, across a full 12-month season. Buying a holiday home at Juliots Well opens up a whole new world of pleasure and leisure opportunities centred on you, your family and your friends. Relax with a good book or soak up the sun around the pool while you replenish and unwind. Quiet days for couples, non-stop fun for the family or a laugh and a chat with both old and new friends... it’s all there waiting whenever the mood takes you. Set in an idyllic location, less than 20 minutes from the north Cornwall coast and with fantastic facilities, Juliots Well has a lot to offer potential owners. Right on the doorstep of the park are sandy beaches, castles, national parks, animal sanctuaries and a list simply too long to mention. What’s more, becoming an owner is like joining a club. They’re very sociable and new owners find themselves making lifelong friends to see again every year, creating memories to last a lifetime.
The park also acts as a fantastic base from which to explore the natural and national heritage wonders around north Cornwall, from tiny fishing villages to national parks, wonderful beaches and exciting days out. Choose a cosy, well-equipped caravan or a large luxury lodge; it’s all there ready to view at Juliots Well. The extensive range of facilities for everyone include a heated outdoor pool and sun terrace, The Coach House – a 17th century inn serving home-cooked food and takeaways – as well as a games room complete with pool table and a children’s outdoor play area. There’s also free golf at Bowood Golf Course next door, if 18 holes of typically Cornish fairway tickle your fancy. New for 2016, Juliots Well has introduced a bespoke new holiday home development called ‘The Paddock’, where you can purchase a brand new holiday home from only £23,995. They have also installed a number of the latest, state-of-the-art lodges, starting from just £89,995. So, if owning your own dream holiday retreat is on your bucket list, there has never been an easier, more affordable time to do so.
“Juliots Well opens up a whole new world of pleasure and leisure opportunities centred on you, your family and your friends”
JULIOTS WELL HOLIDAY PARK Valley Truckle, Camelford PL32 9RF 01840 213302 juliotswell@swholidayparks.co.uk www.swholidayparks.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Stay
Christmas
on the coast
Where better to celebrate Christmas this year than in luxury surroundings with a backdrop of Atlantic breakers?
Christmas at The Atlantic
• Choice of staying Christmas Eve and Christmas Day or Christmas Day and Boxing Day • Five minutes from the local church for those that want to attend Midnight Mass • If you want to stay longer then why not enjoy a Twixmas Break - book three nights from 27th December and receive the third night free of charge!
Win!
A two-night Christmas break for two adults and two children at the Atlantic Hotel – turn to page 137 to enter.
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or those who haven’t been lucky enough to experience a Cornish Christmas it should be something you do, at least once in a lifetime. Whether that’s enjoying crisp, blue skies, days walking across golden sand beaches or hunkering down in front of a roaring fire while the wild weather ravages the coast outside. With the summer crowds long gone an air of serenity descends on the coast and it’s the perfect time to kick back and be pampered. And where better to do so than at the four star Atlantic Hotel in Newquay? Recently awarded Luxury Modern Hotel of the Year by the Luxury Travel Guide the hotel is offering the ideal festive package to celebrate in style either with that someone special in your life or with the whole family. For some, spending Christmas away from home can be a little daunting, but a stay at the Atlantic Hotel will make everyone feel special. As you open the curtains you’ll be faced with the most glorious of sea views out across
the ocean. Days start with hearty breakfasts at the Atlantic – you’ll need to be fully fuelled for that beach walk across Fistral. Once the cobwebs have well and truly been blown away it’s back to the hotel for a swim – we recommend indulging in a relaxing spa treatment. A muscle-melting massage, followed by a dip in the hot tub is sure to relax and restore ready for a Christmas to remember as you sip champagne under the Christmas tree on Christmas Eve before enjoying a delicious candlelit dinner. On Christmas Day everyone can sit down and relax over a five-course lunch set against the backdrop of the sea, with a special visit from Father Christmas for the little ones. What a treat – no slaving over a hot stove and not a dish in sight! And Boxing Day at The Atlantic is all about me-time too. Children have the opportunity to enjoy a dance camp with a performance at the end, while adults are free to enjoy their day – whether that is curled up with a book, taking a stroll or indulging in another trip to the spa. Go on – treat yourself!
THE ATLANTIC HOTEL
Image courtesy of: Tyron Mackenzie
Dane Road, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 1EN 01637 872244 atlantichotelnewquay.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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OPEN THE DOOR TO LUXURY... AND REL AX
Escape to the coast and discover your luxury personified with the West Country’s holiday specialists, Cornish Gems and Devon Gems. Over 170 holiday homes, cottages and apartments offering luxury as standard. Need inspiration? Choose your ‘Gem’ from one of our popular collections: • Baby Friendly • Dog Friendly
• Boutique for Two • Celebratory Stays
Short breaks and last minute deals are available.
Tel: 01872 241 241 www.cornishgems.com www.devongems.com
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A winter wonderland Only two shopping weekends until Christmas… at Trevince anyway!
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hat says Christmas more than a visit to a stunning Cornish country house, roaring fires warming your soul as you peruse three rooms packed with beautiful artisan produce? If this sounds enticing, then a Country House Christmas at Trevince is just the thing for you. Trevince stands proudly at the top of a curved gravel driveway where once carriages brought visitors to the house. Its owners, Trish and Richard Stone, have scoured the globe to source beautiful products for their new venture: a seasonal shop and café at Trevince. For two weekends only, they are showcasing local artisans among an astounding array of gifts from Europe, north America, the UK and Ireland. “We hope our visitors will enjoy the experience of Christmas shopping in our home”, says Trish, who is spearheading the new venture. “Christmas shopping on the high street can be very stressful; we are offering a great alternative, with a more relaxed and cosy atmosphere.” Local artisans will be displaying textile products, silver jewellery, wood-carved utensils and hand-made leather goods. The fabulous goodies include beautiful silk and velvet accessories from local textile artist, Rachel Stowe; feather creations from local milliner, Holly Young; unique silver jewellery from two of Cornwall’s most talented silversmiths, Nicola Bottono and Anna Pope; delicious Trevince Christmas puddings, and much more. The drawing room, library
and three storey hall at Trevince will be transformed into a wonderland of gifts and home décor, while the dining room will become a cosy café where shoppers can relax and have a frothy cappuccino, light lunch or afternoon tea. Local builders, painters, stonemasons, ironworkers and woodworkers are helping to prepare the house for the grand opening on 25th November. ‘There’s always something that needs attention in an old house”, says Richard Stone, whose family has lived at Trevince for generations. “Just when you think you’ve finished, you have to start at the beginning again, like the Forth Bridge!” So make your yuletide complete this year with a visit to Trevince’s magical Country House Christmas.
ë ABOVE Heritage tree decorations ç LEFT Silver vessel pendant by Nicola Bottono í LEFT Paper sculptures, Dream Tree and Paris by Studio Roof ê BELOW Turkish delight by Truede and assorted crackers by FCC
TREVINCE Gwennap, Redruth TR16 6BA 01209 822725 www.trevince.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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24 prizes, 24 winners over 12 days...
ing’s Christmas competitio It’s Cornwall Liv n!
To enter visit www.cornwall-living.co.uk/12days
St Eval Candle Company
Miracle Theatre Cinderella
Cribbs Caribbean Restaurant
The Falcon Hotel
A beautiful sensuality and rose scented candle hamper worth £38 www.stevalcandlecompany.co.uk
Cornwall’s must-see Christmas show! Only at Princess Pavilion, Falmouth worth up to £140 www.miracletheatre.co.uk
A dining voucher for Falmouth’s authentic taste of the Caribbean worth £50 www.cribbscornwall.co.uk
A beautiful night’s B&B overlooking the Bude canal worth £140 www.falconhotel.com
Beacon Country House Hotel
The Clementine
You Beauty
Polgoon Vineyard
A relaxing night’s dinner, bed and breakfast in St Agnes worth £143 www.beaconhotel.co.uk
A gift voucher for lovely coastalinspired gifts and homewares worth £50 www.theclementine.co.uk
A gift voucher for Porthleven’s hair and beauty salon worth £25 www.youbeauty-salon.co.uk
A drinks hamper featuring awardwinning wines, ciders and juices worth £75 www.polgoon.com
Cornwall Glass and Glazing
Johns Wine & Spirit Specialist, St Ives
A beautiful, large bevelled mirror with gold-rippled frame worth £198 www.cornwallglass.co.uk
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A Tarquin’s Cornish Gin luxury gift set worth £50 www.johnswines.co.uk
Talland Bay Hotel
The Customs House Gallery
High tea for two with a glass of Louis Roederer Champagne worth £60 www.tallandbayhotel.co.uk
A hare sculpture in bronze resin (a choice of one of the three hares shown) worth £100 www.cornwall-art.co.uk
No purchase necessary. Prize draw open to anyone in the UK age 18 years or over excluding employees of Cream Cornwall Ltd, St Eval Candle Company, Johns Wines & Spirit Specialists, Cribbs Cafe, Polgoon Vineyard, You Beauty, Bikechain Ricci, IGLU, Forest Holidays Deerpark, Baker Tom, Tregenna Castle, Newton Equestrian, Franchis Holiday Park, Cornwall Glass and Glazing, Talland Bay Hotel, Duchy Hospital, Miracle Theatre, The Clementine, Customs House Gallery, Falcon Hotel, Beacon Hotel, Engine House Media, Leven Media Group, and their families, agents and anyone else connected with this promotion. One entry per household. By entering this prize
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Season’s greetings! With Christmas just around the corner, we’re bringing some festive cheer with a fabulous yuletide competition... To celebrate our favourite time of the year, we’ve teamed up with 24 of Cornwall’s most inspiring businesses, services and venues for our fabulous Christmas competion. Simply enter by visiting: www.cornwall-living.co.uk/12days for a chance to win one of the amazing prizes below. There will be only one winner for each prize, chosen at random, with two winners drawn every day for 12 days, following the closing date, until all the prizes are gone. Good luck!
Baker Tom
Duchy Hospital
IGLU
Forest Holidays Deerpark
A Christmas hamper of delicious bread and sweet treats worth £50 www.bakertom.co.uk
A gift voucher for nurse-led aesthetics treatment at Duchy Hospital worth £100 www.duchyhospital.co.uk
A Christmas special, kiln-dried ash firewood bundle worth over £200 www.iglu.uk.com
A luxury cabin break with Forest Holidays for you and three guests worth up to £800 www.forestholidays.co.uk
Cream Cornwall
Newton Equestrian
Franchis Holiday Park
Bike Chain Ricci
A six place Maritime bone china dinner service worth £445 www.creamcornwall.co.uk
A two-night midweek stay at Trewenna Cottage on the Lizard, with indoor pool and sauna, worth £200 www.newton-equestrian.co.uk
A three-night, out-of-season stay in Kittiwake Cottage, near Mullion worth £150 www.franchis.co.uk
A superb cycling package with jersey, T-shirt, helmet, pump and much more, plus a pro bike fit, worth over £600 www.bikechainricci.co.uk
The Ultimate Lifestyle By The Sea
Issue 51 | October 2016 | £3.25
OUR GUIDE
to the Home Show
meet
Pedal power
Jago The atmospheric and evocative illustrator
Get on your bike and explore Cornwall’s many cycle trails
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Tregenna Castle
Brush’s Broom Cupboard
River Cottage Canteen Catch & Cook
Escape for a night in a seaview room for two including, breakfast, dinner and resort leisure facilities, worth up to £265 www.tregenna-castle.co.uk
A set of three beautiful, stylish gin glasses from Dartington worth £25 www.brushsbroomcupboard.com
You will enjoy a morning’s fishing then learn to cook your catch. You’ll then end your day with a feast, worth £195 www.rivercottage.net
Cornwall Living Inside
PORTHLEVEN TOWN TRAIL FOODIE RISING STARS WALK SCILLY WEEKEND
A year’s subscription to Cornwall Living, bringing you everything that is fabulous about Cornwall, worth £35.75 www.cornwall-living.co.uk H O M E S • I N T E R I O R S • G A R D E N S • T R AV E L • F O O D • H E A LT H & B E A U T Y
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. Each prize is chosen at random and 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 5th December 2016. The winner will be notified by email within 14 days after the draw closes. Subject to availability.
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Shopping
Fabulous clothes… Colour, texture and something entirely unique – Essa in Porthleven.
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Mandy Milano
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ucked away on the little main street up the hill in Porthleven is a real little treasure. On my first visit I was just delighted by the beautiful colours, from smoky muted shades to more vibrant reds, blues, greens and raspberries. The clothes here are just screaming out to be worn and touched. And there are handbags, scarves, gorgeous silver jewellery and other accessories to tempt you. Perfect to treat yourself or for unusual presents that are sure to please. After I’ve had a good browse and, with quite a lot of difficulty, reduced the things I want to try on to a manageable six! Owner, Vanessa Stevens, was on hand to help and seeing my selection she disappeared into the stock room to bring out one more top for me to try. Unsurprisingly, it was perfect on me, and the one I bought! The other big surprise is the prices. There really is something to suit every pocket as well as every age and size (trust me I know!). Prices range from £5 to over £130 for something really special – but there are plenty of things in the normal mid-range and you are guaranteed to be getting something stylish and unique for your money. I congratulated Vanessa on her choice of top for me. “I just love helping people to choose the right thing and maybe try something a bit different”, she told me. “This is a real family business, we travel all over the world, Thailand, India and Nepal, to choose our stock – something a little bit different. We buy Fair Trade whenever we can and are keen to increase our range of Fair Trade clothes. The fact that we hand-pick everything also means that we work directly with manufacturers to
ensure we get the best products at the best prices.” She grinned at me, “And you’re not alone in being surprised at our prices, a lot of locals think we’ll be expensive but when they finally come in they are really happy to see how reasonably priced we are.” I think it’s also probably down to the beautifully dressed mannequins in the window that make people think this is a rather exclusive clothes shop. Exclusive it might be, but not expensive. So if you are looking for something a bit different; a statement piece for this autumn and winter then head over to Essa Collection. Vanessa is sure to be able to help you.
ë ABOVE Essa stocks an inspiring collection of clothing, jewellery and accessories from exotic locations around the world
ESSA COLLECTION
5 Fore Street, Porthleven TR13 9HQ 01326 572236 www.essacollection.co.uk Essacollection Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Shopping
l a n o s r e p A touch Beautiful, bespoke fine bone china from Chown of Cornwall, Hayle.
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or over 40 years, Chown of Cornwall has been producing beautiful fine bone china. Established in Stoke on Trent in Staffordshire – the true birthplace of British pottery, the family business made the move to our shores in 1987, setting up its workshop in Hayle. Chown produces personalised, bespoke mugs, tableware and gifts for artists, designers, businesses, charities, churches and others, exporting its stunning wares all over the world, even as far as Australia. So whether you’re searching for a set of unique, quality tableware with heritage to complete your home, or even a simple gift, then look no further. You’ll be in good company – Chown has produced tableware for many high profile clients including a number of royal families; in fact, its china has been used on the Royal Yacht Britannia. 90% of Chown’s work is hand-printed at the workshops in Hayle, while all its china is hand-decorated by highly-skilled lithographers. Managing Director Stewart Chown has over 35 years’ experience in ceramic colour and silkscreen printing, and is one of the few remaining ceramic screen printers working in the UK. He’s particularly adept working with gold and platinum – the perfect finish for your best
set of china, brought out to impress on those special occasions. Are you one saucer short of a full set? Fear not! Chown provides a fantastic matching service, replacing individual pieces of existing dinner services – ideal for recreating those unique, rare pieces that are impossible to track down. But the team can also design and produce complete new sets entirely from scratch to your brief. “We liaise with our clients from start to finish to get their designs onto the china”, explains Stewart, “be it a one-off piece or a full banqueting set and anything in between.” Chown provides a silkscreen ceramic printing service for ceramicists and potters too. To discover more, take a look at the huge range of items online or, even better, pop into the brand new shop at the workshop in Hayle and see for yourself, opening at the end of October.
CHOWN OF CORNWALL Hope Farm, Gwithian Road, Connor Downs, Hayle TR27 5EA 01209 713361 chown@chownchina.co.uk www.chownofcornwall.co.uk www.chownchina.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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2 person tubs from £1,649.00 6 person tubs from £2,236.00 8 person tubs from £2,321.00 Choice of wood types, internal or external heaters.
Natural ~ Beautiful ~ Sustainable www.kernowsprings.co.uk ~ info@kernowsprings.co.uk ~ 07779 374017
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s e m i t t n a h p Tri-um We talk to Mike George, owner of Triathlon Store, about the unlikely catalyst for his new business.
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hat would you do if your doctor has just told you that you have Type 2 Diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure? Resign yourself to taking a cocktail of medication for the rest of your life or decide to try something different? “I made some significant changes to the kind of food I ate and got on my bike,” explains Mike. “Four months later, no diabetes, low cholesterol and lower blood pressure,” Changing his diet and adding cycling to his daily routine helped Mike decide to add to an exciting new venture to his existing business. Triathlon is one of the fastest growing participation sports in the UK and with a company that had been selling wetsuits for 28 years, an experienced and knowledgeable runner and a swimming coach on staff the new venture was a nobrainer. “We brought in a cycling expert to join us,” adds Mike, “and so our team of triathlon experts was complete.” The company has joined forces with bike manufacturer Scott to offer their wide range of quality bikes suitable for every type of cycling, from gentle trails and beautiful
winding coast roads to the toughest forest mountain bike routes. They also have an excellent selection of electric bikes for both road and rough tracks meaning that every member of the family can get on their bike! Triathlon Store is a ‘one-stop-shop’ offering everything you need for all three elements of the triathlon. So, whether it’s a swimming wetsuit or simply a pair of goggles you need; some superb Hoka running shoes, or a race winning Scott bike, you’ll find it all in store, with a group of experienced advisors on hand to guide you through the best fit for every element of the sport. For Mike’s part, this year he did his first triathlon as part of an ‘older’ boys team where each person did one part of the race. Next year Mike plans to complete his first full event, safe in the knowledge that he is now fitter and healthier as a result.
é TOP Anticipation é ABOVE The three disciplines – cycling, swimming and running í BELOW LEFT Mike
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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ctober sees the launch of a new, exciting, online market place called Little Piece of Cornwall. The Cornwall based website aims to bring Cornwall’s finest independent retailers together in one place as a community to enjoy mutual benefit, whilst offering the many people who hold Cornwall close to their hearts the chance to enjoy it, wherever they may be. Little Piece of Cornwall will showcase the finest jewels in Cornwall’s crown to thousands of people in Cornwall, the UK and worldwide. From jewellery to pottery, fashion to art, furniture to toys and not forgetting food and drink, this handy website offers a Little Piece of Cornwall to everyone. As a customer you can find exactly what you are looking for by searching specific
locations and shops, allowing you to take Cornwall home without actually being there! You can browse the many beautiful products Cornwall’s rich county has to offer and find something truly unique Merchants can place their fantastic products in front of Cornwall Living’s huge readership that spans across the globe! Merchants will also have the option of creating their own, unique standalone store and have access to multiple other marketplaces across the UK.
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A thing of beauty
Patek Philippe celebrates the 20th anniversary of its patented Annual Calendar mechanism, available at Michael Spiers, Truro.
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Therefore, the characterful Annual Calendar automatically displays the month, the day of the week, and the correct date, but the watch does not ‘understand’ leap years, as with a perpetual calendar model. The date must be adjusted using the correctors, or pushers, at the side of the case, or by using the crown. This complicated timepiece has proved a popular addition to the collection, with pieces available for both men and women. To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Annual Calendar, Patek Philippe has launched a new model, in which the dial has been subtly reworked in charcoal grey with beautiful Breguet numerals to complement the 21 Annual Calendar models that have come about since 1996. Michael Spiers Jewellers on Truro’s Lemon Street injects Swiss luxury into the south west, stocking an extensive range of Patek Philippe timepieces, including the new Annual Calendar: a charming model of watch that marks a point in the history of horology, while sitting elegantly and comfortably on your wrist.
ë ABOVE Over 175 years of experience lie behind the making of these exquisite time pieces ê BELOW Philippe and Thierry Stern, Honorary President and President of Patek Philippe
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Find that something special at Morrab Studio, Penzance.
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here’s nothing worse than scratching your head, wracking your brains and scrambling around to try and find that special gift for someone. With gift giving, it’s the thought that counts, and at Morrab Studio in Penzance, Simon and David Laity and their team have it covered. Soon to be celebrating its 66th birthday, independent and family-run Morrab Studio has a wealth of expertise in helping you choose the perfect gift. From greetings cards to hand-cut crystal, fine china and collectables, the team at Morrab Studio pride themselves on extensive research and careful selection of the best products from local, national and international suppliers. Stocking Frogman Bronzes by Tim Cotterill, the biggest selling bronze artist in the world today, with his elegant, stylised and whimsical bronze frogs; a wide selection of animal sculptures in a special bronze finish by Frith; watches from Denmark by Bering. Morrab Studio is truly a treasure trove of high-quality and unique gifts from across the globe.
Owners Simon and David Laity constantly strive to refresh their merchandise. During September they have welcomed the ever-popular range of miniature glass Christmas trees, complete with glass baubles. You’ll also find beautiful blankets and throws in lambswool and mohair by Avoca of Ireland with the addition of socks and scarves for the Christmas season. Among the extensive selection of collectables, Moorcroft Pottery and Steiff Bears continue to be very popular. Moorcroft is still manufactured entirely in Staffordshire, England; the skilfully handdecorated range is available in open and limited editions. Steiff Bears of Germany offer limited editions for the collector and a plush range for babies and children. And if by some miracle you don’t find what you are looking for in the shop, Morrab Studio has even more choice in its catalogue collections. As David explains: “We’re always happy to order a gift for you on your behalf.” Or, indeed, if you’re simply looking for a bespoke and personal flourish on a picture you already have, Morrab Studio offers an outstanding picture-framing service. The studio can be found at the top of Morrab Road, Penzance – the 70ft window display cannot be missed! A large selection of the range can also be found on Morrab Studio’s website, so if you can’t make it over to Penzance in person, your next gift for that special someone is only a few clicks away.
é ABOVE Steiff Bear ‘Willy Wonka’ £170 (Limited Edition) í BELOW LEFT Frith ‘Tarquin Hare’ £90 Moorcroft Pottery vase ‘Honeycells’ £585 (Limited edition) ê BELOW Bering Ceramic Collection watch £269 Frogman ‘Stepping Stones’ £311 (Limited edition)
MORRAB STUDIO 1-2 Stewart Buildings, Morrab Road, Penzance TR18 2QU 01736 362191 www.morrabstudio.co.uk sales@morrabstudio.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Delicious food, spectacular views, and fabulous people: Fifteen is celebrating its 10th birthday!
H “At least three quarters of the food we serve is from Cornwall… and the other quarter is from Tuscany! The two strands of our DNA!”
ere at Cornwall Living we love Fifteen Cornwall, it’s the place to take visitors for a scrumptious lunch with gorgeous views and great service; all finished off with a walk on the stunning sandy beach! It doesn’t get any better. I catch up with Chief Executive, Matthew Thomson. “It’s hard to believe it’s been ten years since Jamie Oliver came down to Watergate Bay and started the Fifteen Cornwall restaurant and apprentice programme in 2006. And this year’s graduates bring to 180-plus the number of young chefs we have taken into our kitchen. Over 80% are still cheffing, many in prestigious establishments. It really is something for the whole team to be proud of!” he tells me. And… the restaurant always maintains its fantastic quality of food and service. Senior Sous Chef and Training Manager Karl Jones chips in: “The employment success rate of the graduates is really high, the majority have gone on to great careers. Some have become head chefs in some pretty fabulous establishments and others own their own cafes and restaurants. After graduating we encourage our young chefs to fly the nest and help them find employment outside of Fifteen. However, after gaining suitable experience several chefs have returned to us as trainers, and have proved invaluable to the programme.”
Matthew adds: “Visiting our wonderful suppliers is a big part of the Fifteen experience for apprentices; taking them out to the fields and polytunnels of Cornwall to see the provenance of the food we use, and meet the producers, is a fundamental part of the course. At least three quarters of the food we serve is from Cornwall”, he grins and goes on, “and the other quarter is from Tuscany! The two strands of our DNA!” Indeed, Fifteen was at the forefront of sourcing really great local produce ten years ago when they first started and Matthew assures me: “We are still as embedded as ever with our local suppliers. We owe them a huge thank you!”
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So the team at Fifteen wanted to say a big thank you to all the wonderful suppliers, supporters and customers who’ve helped them along the way over the past ten years. Matthew explains, “We are offering a special thank you code. It takes less than a minute to register online for the thank you code (or just call the restaurant), then you can choose two courses from the full a la carte menu… rather than the usual smaller fixed price menu… for £26 and get a third course for free; or go for three courses for £32 and get a fourth course for free. So this winter customers who register will receive a complimentary course and rather than the set lunch menu you get to choose from the full luscious menu – the lunch menu unleashed!” This sounds pretty good to us… a delicious free pud at Fifteen is not something to be missed. Plus, you can use your thank you code as often as you like during the offer dates. Not only has its continued support of vulnerable young people and community producers made Fifteen a unique dining destination, but its team of innovative chefs and creative Italian-Cornish fusion menus has secured its status as one of the front runners in Cornwall’s booming foodie-scene. Weekly lunch at Fifteen maybe?
Ribollita (a classic Tuscan soup)
Secondi Crispy fillet of salted hake, potate al forno, purple sprouting broccoli & olive salsa Pheasant wrapped in lardo, polenta, kale and salsa verde Rotolo of crown prince squash, sage and chestnuts
Dolci Vanilla panna cotta with pomegranate and grappa
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Almond and damson tart with spiced plums Apple and Amalfi lemon cake, toffee sauce & clotted cream
FIFTEEN CORNWALL On the beach, Watergate Bay TR8 4AA 01637 861000 reservation@fifteencornwall.co.uk www.fifteencornwall.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!
CRISP AND REFRESHING GINGER BEER FROM CORNISH ORCHARDS What could be more refreshing than an ice cool glass of ginger beer? And no ginger beer is more refreshing than the delicious offering from Cornish Orchards. Best served chilled with ice and lemon, it’s wonderfully light, sparkling and well balanced, with a subtle, unmistakable taste of aromatic ginger – everything you’d expect from a really good ginger beer! While it’s scrumptious as it is – beautifully complementing oriental dishes such as stir-fry or a Thai curry – Cornish Orchards’ alcoholic ginger beer also makes the perfect cocktail pairing too – it goes amazingly with rum! So what makes it so good? Well, the answer (as ever with all things foodie) lies in the quality and expert blending of select, natural ingredients – a
combination of the finest Nigerian and Jamaican ginger, star anise, cinnamon, malted barley, and lemon zest meld together to create this moreish taste sensation – the smell alone is truly fantastic! So, if you’re looking for the perfect accompaniment to your next Asian-inspired feast, or simply you crave a new cocktail idea, then it’s time to crack open a bottle or two! CORNISH ORCHARDS Westnorth Manor Farm, Duloe, Liskeard PL14 4PW 01503 269007 apples@cornishorchards.co.uk www.cornishorchards.co.uk @cornishorchards /cornishorchards
SET SAIL FOR A POP-UP GATHERING WITH FAL OYSTER
THE PERFECT SUNDAY ROAST AT THE LEMON ARMS
Lovers of shellfish will remember reading about Ostraca, the popup oyster and seafood bar, and more recently about Fal Oyster, suppliers of fresh, sail-gathered or hand-picked Cornish oysters. This month, fisherman Ranger reveals the third element of the business: Pop Up Gatherings. From humble beginnings (a stall on Customs House Quay in Falmouth, with just a cool box of oysters, an oyster knife, some turquoise napkins and Tabasco), Pop Up Gatherings is now a very different sight to behold, taking over Customs House Quay with food and drink traders and, of course, Ostraca. “Pop Up Gatherings will host two festivals each year”, says Ranger. “Fal Oyster Wink – a play on ‘kiddlywink’, the reputed haunt of pirates and smugglers – will run mid-October, to celebrate the start of the Fal Oyster fishing season. Fal Oyster Gathering will run on the last weekend of March, showcasing traders that gather, hunt or fish for the food on offer, as well as being a celebration of the year’s Fal Oyster harvest.” Set among the old customs buildings, Pop Up Gatherings have a truly unique atmosphere, perfect for indulging pirate style in various fruits of the sea and Cornish tipples – look out for Rebel Brewing Co’s Fal Oyster Stout with a mineral taste and creamy oyster head.
With autumn finally in the air, it’s time at last to look out that big coat at the back of the wardrobe and pack away the shorts. But that’s no reason to fret, because this is the time of year that we get to enjoy big, hearty feasts following a brisk walk. And when it comes to quality pub grub, you can’t go wrong with a visit to The Lemon Arms at Mylor Bridge. After a crisp stroll around the creek looking out upon the boats, settle down beside the roaring log burner for a traditional Sunday roast lunch – you won’t be disappointed! With generous portion sizes, the roast is an absolute must – the perfect antidote for refuelling after a walk, along with a pint of Proper Job. As with all the menu, everything is locally sourced wherever possible, from the beautifully tender meat and to the fresh, crunchy vegetables. Served with large homemade Yorkshire puddings, with lashings of gravy, it’s proper feast – and not just for the eyes. THE LEMON ARMS Lemon Hill, Mylor Bridge TR11 5NA 01326 373666
FAL OYSTER – POP UP GATHERINGS Pop up: harbour, pier, field and piazza 07807 290315 www.popupgatherings.co.uk @ostracacornwall @faloyster @popupgatherings #FalOysterWink
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BEACHSIDE CAFÉ IN GWITHIAN IS READY FOR WINTER Overlooking the sandy stretches of Gwithian Towans and Godrevy, Sunset Surf café, now under new ownership, is the perfect place to relax and warm up this winter. Revitalise after a windswept walk with coffees, cream teas and indulgent hot chocolates; refuel following an exhilarating surf with a hearty breakfast, or, treat your taste buds to moules mariniere or a classic hearty burger. The menus are packed with locally-sourced produce, wherever possible, and everything is homemade, then served to order. Distract hungry tummies by absorbing the sweeping views from St Ives along to Godrevy lighthouse. The café is also licensed, so it’s the perfect
place to while away an afternoon with a cold beer whilst watching the waves crash on the distant shore. Open seven days a week, from 10am until 6pm, breakfast is available between 10am and 11.30am with lunch servings from 12pm to 5pm, plus dogs are welcome! For winter opening hours, visit the website. SUNSET SURF CAFÉ/BAR 10 Gwithian Towans, Gwithian TR27 5BT 01736 752575
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HARVEST TIME AT HAYWOOD FARM CIDER It’s been a busy summer at Haywood Farm. The shop has seen a steady stream of thirsty customers stocking up on their favourite cider, Tom has been busy with the orchard tours, and there have been some fantastic bands playing at the Sunday cider socials. But, as summer rolls into autumn, the serious work begins! The orchards, planted by Tom and his father only five years ago, already have a bountiful crop of fine Cornish apples ready to be picked and pressed before they start their slow fermentation process. Volunteers help to bring in the harvest on ‘picking days’ – not only are they are a proper social occasion and a great family day out; the cheese and cider also helps make it an attractive proposition!
The Elephant Bar & Brasserie at The Cornwall Hotel in St Austell is a fantastic place to gather with friends and family for a delicious Sunday lunch, served every Sunday from 12.30pm to 6pm. Although the food is sumptuous it won’t break the bank (starting at £14.50) and the relaxed atmosphere of the Elephant Brasserie creates the perfect setting for a Sunday treat and a good old catch up. The best thing? Well, there are two. One, you can enjoy home-cooked food without the washing up! Two, you can meet Frank the resident Elephant and VIP guest at the Brasserie (no he’s not real and he’s not stuffed but he looks pretty close!). Near the Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate you’ll find a whole host of exciting exploration opportunities including the Eden Project and the magnificent Lost Gardens of Heligan. Once you’ve worn yourself out, head to the Clearing Spa for a relaxing dip in the infinity pool or indulge in a treatment or two. THE CORNWALL HOTEL Pentewan Road, Tregorrick, Saint Austell PL26 7AB 01726 874050 www.thecornwall.com
HAYWOOD FARM St Mabyn, Bodmin PL30 3BU 01208 840140 www.haywoodfarmcider.co.uk
Pie Sundays
at the Five Pilchards • Porthallow • TR12 6PP • Handmade pies using local produce • Seasonal veg selection • Comprehensive wine list • Good selection of real ales 01326280256 to book your lunchtime table www.thefivepilchards.co.uk
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GRAB A CASE OF YOUR FAVOURITE TIPPLE FROM BURDETT WINES Burdett Wines has been supplying the trade throughout Cornwall for the last seven years and building a reputation of supplying, interesting, modern and good quality wines to many restaurants, pubs and hotels. But what a lot of people may not know is that the company also supplies direct to the public and can deliver mixed cases to your door throughout the UK via its website www.winedown.co.uk Based in St Ives, Burdett Wines holds regular tasting evenings at local restaurants throughout the year. The big one takes place this year at the Guildhall, St Ives on Thursday 8th
December, 7pm to 9.30pm. There will be over 100 wines available to taste from all over the world and orders placed on the night will be delivered in time for Christmas. We’ll certainly raise a glass to that! BURDETT WINES 01736 851101 www.burdettwines.co.uk /BurdettWinesLtd
A TRADITIONAL CORNISH PUB IN THE HEART OF LOSTWITHIEL The Royal Oak is a beautiful traditional Cornish pub in Lostwithiel, offering fantastic home cooked pub food, using locallysourced ingredients from suppliers including Kittows Butchers, Fish for thought, Total Produce, Roddas and Roskilly’s ice cream – quality food without the associated price tag. On Sundays, tuck into the fantastic carvery from 12pm to 3pm, offering a choice of three local meats along with the usual array of delicious roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings, cauliflower cheese and a selection of tasty vegetables. But, for those who don’t want to go the whole hog, there’s a light bites and specials menu too. Throughout the winter, The Royal Oak is offering two main meals for £12 on selected items on the main menu, 12pm to 3pm, Monday to Saturday, with a new winter menu starting in November. What’s more, Friday 21st October marks the return of the popular food theme nights, kicking off with a taste of India (booking is advised but not essential). The theme nights will continue fortnightly from 4th November up until the start of December, then onwards through January until the end of April.
A TREAT FOR THE MIND, BODY AND SOUL AT CARBIS BAY HOTEL There are many reasons to visit the cultural hub of St Ives. However, having just won a Professional Beauty Regional Award for Spa of the Year: South West, there has never been a better time to visit Carbis Bay Hotel. Within the British beauty industry, this award is no mean feat, but it’s clear what swung the vote! The facilities, which are open year-round to both hotel guests and non-residents, include a bespoke hydrotherapy pool, sauna pod, outdoor heated swimming pool and relaxation lounge, all with stunning views of the privately owned Blue Flag beach. What’s more, there’s even a spa treatments room overlooking the beach with its own balcony! The only problem with all the self-exertion of a spa day is the inevitably insatiable appetite that only fresh, sea air can give you. When hunger strikes, slip out of your spa robe and into a cocktail in one of Carbis Bay Hotel and Estate’s range of fantastic dining experiences. Satisfying any appetite, whether it’s a romantic meal for two or a stylishly large celebration, the hotel’s restaurants can accommodate your every need. So, pay a visit to Carbis Bay Hotel and fill up on spa treatments, before washing it down with awardwinning food, cocktails and sea views. CARBIS BAY HOTEL AND ESTATE Carbis Bay, St Ives TR26 2NP 01736 795311 www.carbisbayhotel.co.uk
THE ROYAL OAK 5 Duke Street, Lostwithiel PL22 0AG 01208 872552 www.royaloakcornwall.com
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Winner of gold award in Taste of the West and shortlisted for best in the same award.
FOR DETAILS OF OUR 1ST GOURMET NIGHT ON 20TH OCTOBER VISIT OUR NEW WEBSITE 01736 363093 | www.turksheadpenzance.co.uk Chapel Street, Penzance, TR18 4AF
The doors to delicious open 17th October Open for lunch from 12pm to 1:30pm Monday to Friday Tuesday evenings from 5pm to 7:30pm (term time only). Join us on Tuesday 29th November for
AN EVENING OF LATIN MUSIC AND FOOD
Latin music duo Som Maneiro will accompany diners as they feast on a Latin themed menu. 5pm onwards.
Spires Restaurant, Allen building, Truro College, Truro, TR1 3XX t: 01872 267621 email: spires@truro-penwith.ac.uk
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SUCCESS We take a look at what’s coming up this winter at Tremenheere Kitchen, Penzance.
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remenheere, just outside of Penzance, with sweeping views over Mount’s Bay and St Michael’s Mount, is home to the much-loved Sculpture Garden. But you may not know that it’s also the location of a stunning eatery, Tremenheere Kitchen, serving delicious food and boasting those same jaw-dropping views. Kate, Ben, Paul and Joanna are the proud owners of this super restaurant. The charming and inspiring setting, just a mile from Penzance (with plenty of parking), coupled with passion and expertise from the team has led to a recipe for success. After a busy summer season for the team at Tremenheere Kitchen, what's in store for the winter? Well, rest assured there’s plenty still to look forward to this year, with several events for Christmas and New Year already lined up. But, for starters, how about a relaxing long lunch as you get cosy around the wood-burning stove? Tremenheere Kitchen is open everyday, all year round (except for Christmas day and Boxing Day), with dinner available every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening from 6pm. Whether there for lunch or dinner, tuck
into the locally sourced and skillfully prepared dishes as you’re looked after by the friendly and attentive Tremenheere Kitchen team. Bread and tempting cakes are freshly baked everyday, bacon is cured in house and the team even create their very own amazing homemade ketchup! But that’s not all; Tremenheere Kitchen is the perfect venue for a variety of functions and events, whether a unique wedding reception, Champagne and canapé party, product launch, luxury picnic or special anniversary meal. You can enjoy exclusive venue hire and gift vouchers are available too – just speak to team about your event and see what they can do. Soon, the Kitchen will be getting festive with its upcoming Christmas party nights on 6th and 16th December. What better reason for early festive celebrations... a delicious, three-course menu, followed by live music from the Slap Dash Trio. And if you’re searching for the best way to spend New Year’s Eve, then look no further! Enjoy a decedent five-course dinner and acoustic set from ‘Scenic Route’ – the perfect way to bring in 2017.
é ABOVE Take a load off and enjoy a delicious al fresco lunch on the patio ê BELOW INSET Just a preview of the culinary delights available at Tremenheere Kitchen
TREMENHEERE KITCHEN Near Gulval, Penzance TR20 8YL 01736 448089 tremenheerekitchen@gmail.com www.tremenheere.co.uk/kitchen Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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expectations Summer has ended, the hordes have gone and the beaches are quiet. The time has come for a Cornish autumn holiday.
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f you’ve had your ear to the ground over the last 12 months or so, you’ll have heard the increasing rumblings emanating from the coastal village of Perranuthnoe: the rise of husband and wife team, Nik and Laura Boyle, and the Victoria Inn. With rave reviews pouring in from all angles including The Times, The Telegraph, Sawday’s, The Good Pub Guide, Michelin and Trencherman’s, there was only ever one place we were headed for a weekend away from London. Arriving on a Saturday afternoon, a nice welcoming Cornish bar was exactly what the doctor ordered. Greeted by the eversmiling host and owner, Laura, a drink was the assured priority; a pint of local ale (One Hop from Cornish Crown brewery) for me, and local gin Curio, infused with rock samphire and served with tonic and a piece of lime, for my wife – the perfect start to our mini vacation. We were shown our beautifully crafted room, with fresh milk for our teas and coffees and books to read, we were surprised by the attention to detail – a professional but wonderfully unassuming delivery of service. For dinner, we were given a beautiful spot by the window, private enough to enjoy our own company, yet central enough to experience the gentle hum of the evening. We were presented with the house signature, a freshly baked beer and cheese bread still warm from the oven with homemade duck ‘marmite’ butter and an ice cold shot glass of tomato gazpacho, a
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Autumn/winter prices
Standard B&B per room £95.00 per night October - Feb Dinner Bed & Breakfast £135 per room
October to February locals lunch £15 for two courses £20 for three courses Over 60s lunch Tuesdays three courses £10 (Set Menu) Opening Hours Tuesday - Saturday Lunch 12pm - 2pm Monday - Saturday Dinner 6.15pm - 9.00pm Sunday Lunch 12pm - 3pm
rather lavish and unexpected way to start the evening. From there things got even better; homemade pheasant sausage with a beetroot fondant, onion puree, artichokes, and poached blackberries. The gaminess and earthiness was offset beautifully with the sharp spike of poached blackberry running through it. A rich, sweet onion puree brought it all together, perfectly finished with a crunch of crispy puffed-wild rice, paired with a lovely full-bodied Pinotage.
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It was becoming clear that this was no ordinary pub, with an ever-present touch of the extraordinary. My cod with pork cheek arrived with perfect golden caramelisation; flawlessly executed and a real testament to some exceptional cooking. Earthy Girolle mushrooms, crushed peas, slow braised pork cheeks, some sweet and sharp silver skin onions and a light thyme jus finished off this fantastic take on surf and turf. My wife chose the homemade ricotta and mushroom tortellini, served with rainbow chard, peas, and a light butter emulsion, topped with fresh truffle; a simple and elegant dish paired with an excellent Viogner. And what better way to finish than with a sticky plum pudding and a chocolate brownie? Needless to say, we retired to our room well stuffed. We chatted with the effervescent chef and owner Nik over breakfast. It’s refreshing to hear a chef talk with such passion about not only the local produce, but the local area too. He truly lives and breathes this coastline. We were stunned at the array of breakfast on offer with fresh berries, homemade muesli and honey granola, freshly baked breads, yoghurts, and cooked options of avocado with poached free-range eggs, sweet tomatoes, sweet chilli sauce, or locally smoked salmon with scrambled eggs on toast. Off to explore St Michael’s mount, one of the most unique sites in the country and just a 20-minute walk from the pub, we arrived at just the right time to walk the
causeway. Back to the Victoria Inn for a late Sunday roast; beef cooked to 54 degrees and then seared and blackened on the crust with marmite and thyme, producing the most incredible medium-rare you’ll ever eat. Towering Yorkshires and incredible crispy roast potatoes combined with deep delicious gravy and a great selection of local vegetables to made it one to remember. My counterpart, meanwhile, was over the moon with the Cornish pork loin, accompanied by apple sauce and crisp, salty crackling. Dessert came at the suggestion of the chef, a port soaked Stilton with celery, pears, and a walnut salad. Shared between us, it managed to encapsulate our entire stay: unexpected, inviting, heart-warming and refreshing. This pub really does deliver on all the good stuff without the omnipresent pretentiousness. It delivers all the comforts of high-end hotels, but with the heart and soul of a proper B&B. It moves away from the clamour of fashionable foams and cubes, yet keeps hold of the excitement and intrigue that all great food has. The head chef’s sometimes playful dishes always retained a sense of elegance, and balanced perfectly the hearty, feel-good factor of good old-fashioned home pub cooking.
VICTORIA INN 01736 710309 enquiries@victoriainnpz.uk www.victoriainnpz.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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We catch up with Hylton Espey, Chef Patron of Rastella at Merchants Manor, Falmouth, to give him a grilling on his favourite flavours, passions and life outside the kitchen. Who inspired you to get into cooking? “My mother. She’s a really good home cook, with an amazing library of reference recipe books, always happiest experimenting with flavours and textures. One of my earliest memories is a Peter Gordon recipe for scallops with crème fraiche and sweet chilli – I can still taste it today. I’m from a quiet Cape Town suburb called St James and grew up exploring the beaches and mountains of the southern peninsula. My first kitchen exposure was as a commis chef, aged 20, in the small fishing village of Kalk Bay. The café was opposite the harbour, with daily catches brought to the kitchen door by local fishermen. Falmouth reminds me a lot of Kalk Bay.” Tell us about your role as Chef Patron at Rastella, at Merchants Manor… “I have overall responsibility for the food, its flavours and presentation. We’re a small, tight team and my day can include anything from working with the amazing artisan producers of Cornwall, to menu development and planning for future events. No two days are same.” What’s your favourite ingredient? “Personally, my favourites are those I have foraged, landed or hunted myself. I like the attachment of really knowing where my food has come from and respecting that ingredient. Since being here, we’ve foraged our own sea vegetables, caught our own fish and even landed a few crab.”
What’s your proudest moment to date? “Merchants Manor receiving a high two rosettes from the AA inspector. He really recognised the thought and execution that goes into each dish, with a real emphasis on flavour.” What do you do when not in the kitchen? “I have an amazing wife who puts up with a lot, but really appreciates what it takes to be a chef. So when I am off I spend as much time with the family as possible. We love the coastal path walks and my personal passion is to sneak off for an early morning surf.”
RASTELLA @ MERCHANTS MANOR 1 Western Terrace, Falmouth TR11 4QJ 01326 312734 info@merchantsmanor.com www.merchantsmanor.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
é TOP Hylton Espey forages in nature’s pantry í êBELOW Some of the dishes available at Rastella
“I like the attachment of really knowing where my food has come from and respecting that ingredient”
What’s your favourite dish? “From the menu at Rastella, I’d have to pick the Cornish duck. The flavour combination of Manor-smoked Cornish duck, spiced carrot cake puree and candied pecans is just very moreish. We’re always changing the menu and have just been tasting new menu items. Some real winners included a take on crab inspired by the rock pools of the area, and a winter dish with smoked brisket, marrow and winter greens.”
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A taste sensation
A fabulous evening full of surprises and big flavours at Mount Haven, Marazion.
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Jamie Osborne
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ith a thriving foodie scene here in Cornwall, and ever more eateries popping up across the county, it’s always the same challenge: try somewhere new that everyone’s raving about; or stick with what you know, dining at that trusty restaurant that never misses a beat with great food, drink and service? Well, on this occasion, I found a restaurant that ticked both boxes. Somewhere I knew fondly from past experience, but also that more recently has been abuzz with hype via social media and friends who had paid a visit. It had me wondering what all the fuss was about…
Mount Haven Hotel and Restaurant is the establishment in question and more so its new Head Chef, Ross Sloan. Perched above the shore in Marazion, the view is unsurpassed, looking out upon the iconic St Michael’s Mount, whether dining inside or on the terrace. OK, so we’re always raving about views here at Cornwall Living but, honestly, you’d be hard pushed to find a better one! The hotel and restaurant ooze a calm ‘mind, body and soul’ feel with tasteful, unique décor and soothing incense aromas through the air. I wasted no time in booking my partner, two close friends and myself in for a taster evening. Images of the food had started to appear online from Ross’ new menu, sending my taste buds into a frenzy as immediately I was struck with the beauty of each plate. Hake fillet, seaweed butter, samphire, charred purple sprouting and new potatoes, lamb shoulder, sweetbreads, garlic mustard, pea and olive, green and white asparagus, slow-cooked duck yolk, nasturtium cream, olive caramel and foraged sea vegetables, goats’ curd, nettle broth, peas, broad beans and wild rice granola, citrus baked cheese, summer fruits, pistachios… the list goes on and I couldn’t wait to be sat at the table with great company sampling this sensational looking food!
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Needless to say, it didn’t disappoint. Ross’s take on fresh seasonal produce used at the right time of year is incredibly special and second to none. I can safely say I have never eaten food like it. We were all blown away by each plate’s careful presentation and vivid bursts of colour that stirred the senses. We were treated to ten taster dishes, each as good as the last, and thoughtfully explained by the lovely and interested waiting staff. I would happily recount every last detail of each course whilst reminiscing over the evening, but I don’t want to spoil the surprise. However, firm favourites amongst the table were the marinated scallops and cuttlefish with
fennel, white carrots, crème fraîche and dulse powder… something none of us had tried before which made for a refreshing seafood dish, packed with flavour. The oxtail and oyster croustillant also proved popular. A crispy shredded potato roll encasing tender, juicy oxtail and oyster served with fiery homemade horseradish and peppery watercress, it was truly sensational and again like nothing we had ever tried before. Whilst waiting for desserts we gazed upon the view, sipping our fabulous 2015 William Chase Rosé, understanding exactly why Mount Haven has caused such a stir. The table was split with our favourite desserts but eventually we all agreed the
white chocolate mousse, rosehip jelly, rose petal sherbet, raspberries was, well, wow! Absolutely dreamy and perfectly balanced. All that’s left to say is: if you haven’t yet, then book a table while you still can. For interesting, incredibly tasty food, cooked and presented by a passionate team and created by a chef in a league of his own… it’s got to be Mount Haven.
MOUNT HAVEN Turnpike Road, Marazion TR17 0DQ 01736 710249 reception@mounthaven.co.uk www.mounthaven.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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TASTE BUDS The future of fine dining in Cornwall is looking bright, thanks largely to the education and training of the next generation of culinary masters and service aficionados.
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With plenty of offers and special events planned over the coming academic year, follow Spires on Facebook @spiresrestaurant to keep up to date.
ne of the hubs of Cornwall’s boom in food and beverage talent is Spires, the Truro College training complex, which includes a fine-dining restaurant open to the public. And with Spires opening its doors again on 17th October, fine dining and exceptional service at incredible value for money is once again back on the menu. For the first time ever, diners will experience the skills of Advanced Level 3 students, who have taken their abilities to the next level, specialising in rare ingredients and cutting-edge techniques. The incredibly popular jazz evenings are returning for every second Tuesday of the month and this year will also see the introduction of a Latin evening on 29th November. But there’s also great news for those who can’t fit a sit-down fine-dining meal into their day, thanks to the launch of Spires Express. Located opposite the main restaurant, Spires Express will serve quick lunches using local produce with plenty of easy options such as paninis and homemade soup. The college’s relationship with the Rick Stein Group continues to blossom and Jack Stein will once again be heading to Spires to conduct masterclasses, a huge inspiration for the students, as seen in the incredible dishes that diners get to indulge in.
Catering lecturer at Truro and Penwith College, Claire Frearson, says there has never been a better time for people to experience Spires. “People can enjoy a sumptuous finedining meal created and served by students at the top of their game,” she explains.“And this is all done at a fraction of the cost normally associated with this high standard of cooking and service. A two-course lunch is only £7.50 while a three-course lunch is only £9.50.” As Claire notes, there’s a busy year ahead. “Most of our events and lunches are fully booked really quickly, testament to the high standard of our students and the incredible meals and service they provide. We’re all looking forward to welcoming back our regular diners and showcasing the fantastic Spires dining experience to newcomers – it’s going to be an outstanding year for food lovers in Cornwall.” To make a reservation or to find out more about the courses available call or email the Spires team.
é ABOVE Delicious, freshly prepared dishes arriving from the kitchen ë LEFT Service with a smile from the hospitality team
TRURO AND PENWITH COLLEGE Spires 01872 267621 spires@truro-penwith.ac.uk www.truro-penwith.ac.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Boat to plate It doesn’t get fresher and the provenance doesn’t get better. Mandy meets Budgie and Jen about Fish on Wheels. words by:
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ishing is still a mainstay of Cornish life, the backbone of village life in Porthleven. In fact, with increasing demand from local restaurants, pubs and chippies as well as better-informed, more discerning, customers; there is growing interest for fabulous, fresh, locally-caught fish with great provenance. So I meet David Toy, better known as Budgie, and his partner Jen to talk about their new venture Fish on Wheels. Budgie explains, “I have more and more people ringing me to find out what fish I’m catching and what’s available on the day, from chefs, holidaymakers and local
customers. They like to know where their fish comes from and really appreciate buying straight from the boat. But, of course, being out on the water so much, and in all conditions, it’s not always possible for me to answer my mobile, in fact sometimes I can’t even get to my phone! And customers can’t always get down to the harbour at the right time to collect.” So he and Jen decided it was time to set-up a new number and add to the service by starting a delivery service in their van. Jen says, “Customers love it… it’s truly from the boat to your door! I’ve been helping Budgie for a while now.” (Though Jen also
has a full-time job of her own.) “I go out on the boat with him, I pick fish out of the nets, brew-up and clean the wheelhouse…” She grins, “Primarily I’m there to brew up and clean the wheelhouse! So I understand what it’s all about, I can explain how the different fish and shellfish are caught to customers and tell them what fish is coming in that day and what fish is in season… it’s quite surprising how many people don’t understand that fishing is seasonal.” Because Jen works during the day, deliveries are likely to be either first thing or late afternoon/early evening and she delivers at weekends. “At the moment it’s still lobsters and monkfish that are really popular. But going into the autumn and winter it’s more about the less expensive but equally delicious cod and pollack.” Budgie interrupts, “I really can’t understand why some people have a real thing about pollack and won’t try it; I think it’s a delicious fish, especially when fresh off the boat. It probably is quite an ugly fish, but then so is monkfish! Best cooked in flour, egg and breadcrumbs or, for a treat, a local beer batter!”
“People like to know where there fish comes from and really appreciate buying straight from the boat”
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foodie The couple supply a lot of local chefs and pubs; Nik Boyle from the Victoria Inn in Perranuthnoe is a loyal customer. “But I really do like delivering to individual locals and visitors; once they are on my list as a regular I will call them up and tell them what we have coming in that day.” Budgie does all the cleaning and filleting on the boat, so it’s ready to go straight into the pan, with a bit of butter, lemon and black pepper. Or you can have the fish delivered fresh. A lot of visitors will buy fish to take back home with them.
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Monkfish is still plentiful so I ask Jen and Budgie for their favourite monkfish recipe. (Bearing in mind we are talking at about 6pm in the office with a couple of the design team still working and listening in… tummies start to rumble!) “It’s got to be monkfish covered in garlic butter, wrapped in Parma ham, then smothered in olive oil and lemon juice. Pop into a dish, cover in foil then roast in a hot oven for about 15 to 20 minutes, remove the foil and cook for a further 15 to 20 minutes (it depends on the thickness of the fish). Meanwhile make a white wine and cream sauce.” Budgie interrupts, “While drinking a glass of white wine, of course!” Jen continues with a grin, “Sauté some finely chopped onion and garlic, tip in a glass or two of wine and a chicken stock cube, then reduce. Finally add some cream, chopped parsley and pour over the monkfish when ready to serve. It’s absolutely delicious!” The next day, I call Jen and luckily Budgie has monkfish coming in on the boat. She drops them off at the office for me… and that night R and I try their recipe. It’s fabulous!
The monkfish is beautifully prepared, ready for cooking. I prepare it exactly as Jen described… drinking a glass of wine as it all cooks, and serve the fish with green beans and Cornish new potatoes. And for £14 for a kilo, we eat only one of the tails and I freeze the other for another day… quality and excellent value too.
FISH ON WHEELS Porthleven 07821 546675 Fish-On-Wheels Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Steve Backshall: Wild World Tour
HFC in November
On a dark November night what could be better than a night at the theatre? And Hall For Cornwall has something that’s sure to entertain this November.
Pride and Prejudice
Tuesday 1st to Saturday 5th November Following sell-out performances at Regent’s Park Theatre, Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice comes to Truro this November. “It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.” As the Bennet sisters haplessly search for love, it is Mr Darcy who unwittingly finds his match. Pride and Prejudice features the Olivier award-winning Matthew Kelly (Of Mice and Men) and Felicity Montagu (Bridget Jones’s Diary, The Durrells) as Mr and Mrs Bennet. This production celebrates the legacy of Jane Austen as we approach the bicentennial year of her death in 1817.
Sunday 6th November Wildlife TV presenter, adventurer, naturalist and children’s author, Steve Backshall, takes us on a Wild World Tour of the real life expeditions that have inspired his books: The Falcon Chronicles, and his latest novel in the series, Shark Seas. It’s a wild journey, illustrated with photos and films from the Arctic to the Antarctic, from the tundra to the top of the world’s highest peaks, and from the depths of the rainforest to the bottom of the ocean. Suitable for wildlife enthusiasts of all ages from eight to eighty.
Czech National Symphony Orchestra
Monday 7th November Celebrating its 23rd birthday in 2016, The Czech National Symphony Orchestra is widely regarded as one of Europe’s top symphonic ensembles. They will perform two ever-popular works from Austria and Norway and a vibrant and warm-hearted Dvorák symphony from the orchestra’s native Bohemia.
Ross Noble: Brain Dump
Saturday 12th November. As always Ross has lots of stuff backing up in his head and it’s time to let it all out. Famed for his super-quick, freewheeling style and highly imaginative flights of fancy, a Ross Noble show is always an unmissable event. Age recommendation 15+.
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Show of Hands: Walk With Me
Sunday 13th November Show of Hands return with the exceptionally talented Miranda Sykes. Big sounds, uncompromising songs and stunning production make for an evening to remember. Show of Hands are undeniably one of the strongest forces in acoustic music, regularly voicing the hopes, fears and life stories of scores of people in song.
Owen Jones: The Politics of Hope
Sunday 20th November How can we build societies run in the interests of working people, not run as a racket for the mean and the greedy at the top? The popular Guardian columnist and author of Chavs and The Establishment shines some light on a positive way forward.
Ministry of Science
Tuesday 15th November Warning! 100% educational. 200% entertaining. 300% explosive. 400% fun. Please keep your head firmly on your shoulders, and your arms and legs inside the ride at all times! This show comes with a bang. It comes with a whoosh. It comes with a hovercraft built on stage... Oh, and a human cannon too! The super-talented presenters and the voiceover from above (X Factor’s Peter Dickson) will take you on a journey using brilliantly designed demonstrations with a few loud bangs on the way. Fingers in ears advised… Age Recommendation 6+.
Chinese State Circus
Thursday 17th and Friday 18th November The internationally acclaimed Chinese State Circus returns with a spectacular new production, Dynasty. Thirty worldclass Chinese acrobats, aerial artistes and jugglers interact with the super-human physical skills and dexterity of the masters of martial arts – the legendary Shaolin Warriors. From start to awesome finale, thrill follows thrill and what seems impossible becomes reality.
La Serenissima: Concertos for Christmas
Monday 21st November The International Concert Series continues with La Serenissima, who’ve established themselves internationally as leading performers of music from the Italian baroque. Their Christmas programme
brings familiar favourites, as well as introducing something new with a festive flavour.
That’ll Be The Day Christmas Show
Tuesday 22nd and Wednesday 23rd November Get ready to party as That’ll Be The Day returns with its brand new 2016 Christmas Show! The UK’s most popular rock ‘n’ roll show celebrates the festive season with all your favourite Christmas classics from the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s, plus plenty of hilarious comedy!
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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Water & colour It’s no surprise visitors return year on year to the wonderful Atishoo Gallery in historic Charlestown.
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ounded by Liz Hackney nearly 20 years ago, and based in the beautiful, historic harbour village of Charlestown for the last 13, Atishoo Gallery is the perfect place to pick up a gift or that special something for the home. Liz and her partner, artist and picture framer Paul Clark, put their success down to their family-friendly service and a philosophy of showcasing talented independent artists, many from Cornwall. Liz and Paul are often helped by six-yearold daughter Eileen, who has been coming to work since she was six months old. Nowadays she’s always eager to help with displays, sticking on price labels, and even modelling the stock. “Customers come back every year asking where the baby is!” says Liz. Equally, they’ve followed their customers’ lives, many returning every summer. “Only this week a regular couple from Wales visited with their elderly dog, Suzie”, recalls Liz. “I remember when she first came here as a puppy!” “Our artists, suppliers and customers have become our friends, and we love to stop for a chat”, adds Paul. “Regulars often pop in to buy birthday cards and gifts as they can trust that we’ll have a great selection. We are happy to find out extra information about our artists for people, and if we haven't got quite what you’re after, we’ll do what we can
to find the right piece.” The gallery aims to offer British made, quality art, crafts and gifts with a quirky, fun feel, such as the homeware range from Emma Ball, with coasters, tablemats, trays and aprons. New this year is a wonderful range from Port Isaac artist Caroline Cleave, with her distinctive seafood designs featuring lobsters and crabs. Liz continues: “We’ve seen a lot of changes to Charlestown over the years. When we opened it was quite a sleepy place, but many restaurants have opened since, and with the filming of Poldark the village seems to have suddenly been discovered. But, hidden up a little courtyard there’s still an air of tranquillity about our little bit of the village. We love being here, and are very grateful to the people of Charlestown for making us so welcome over the past 13 years – we hope to spend many more years here.” With a charming family business in a beautiful location, this seems pretty likely to us!
ëABOVE More than just a gallery, Atishoo is a Charlestown institution
ATISHOO GALLERY
71 Charlestown Road, Charlestown, St Austell PL25 3NL 01726 65900 www.atishoodesigns.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Coastal inspiration at Spindrift Gallery on the Roseland Overlooking the sea at Portscatho on the Roseland peninsula, Spindrift Gallery showcases work both of the area and by the people who live and work there. The artists and craftspeople featured produce a varied selection of work – ceramics, fused glass, paintings, prints, sculpture and jewellery are displayed amongst driftwood, beach finds and quirky automata inspired by the stunning surroundings of beaches and coves of the area. The gallery team have been kept busy this summer with a particular surge in visitors this September, as Cynthia Greenslade from Spindrift explains. “New visitors to the area, many from abroad, the rise in the area as a wedding destination and the return of valued existing customers who over the years have supported us so well have made it a brilliant start to the autumn for us – so thank you all!” The gallery is open throughout the year from Wednesday to Sunday, 10.30am to 5pm, and if unable to pop down in person, have a look at its stunning collection on Facebook and Etsy. For more information call 0187 2580155 or visit www.spindrift-gallery.co.uk
Introducing Nicholas Smith, artist in residence at the Bank Square Gallery, St Just
October waves Nicholas Smith
Artist Nicholas Smith started painting when he was just 15 in his native Fenland surroundings. Subjects as small as butterflies, bees and ants were commonplace in his photorealistic wildlife paintings but now, 40 years on and living in Cornwall, his eye is turned towards the interaction between the sky and the sea and the quite distinctive light of the Penwith area.
manmade sculptures of engine houses and farm buildings.
Oils on board or canvas capture the changing moods of our rugged coastline with its granite outcrops and
For more information call 01736 788222 or visit www.nicholassmithartist.com
The Bank Square Gallery is open all year round and can be found opposite the clock tower in St Just, where Nicholas can often be found working on his latest painting. There are over 160 signed limited edition reproductions available through his website.
All silent now Nicholas Smith
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Local and distinctive designer artworks at The Poly Guild Christmas at Truro Arts If trudging around the shops this Christmas doesn’t inspire, Truro Arts is the place to give you a festive lift. Nestled in the leafy heart of the city, Truro Arts is one of the gems of Truro. The beautiful building offers the most comprehensive selection of art supplies in the south west alongside a fascinating range of imaginative, arty and just plain gorgeous gifts. If you’re finding it difficult to choose, gift vouchers are available too. You can sign up for one of the Christmas art workshops that will be held on the mezzanine floor, or if you just need a break you can enjoy a delicious lunch in the airy café space or an artisan coffee on the fireside sofas. To spread some Christmas cheer, Truro Arts is offering a complimentary tea or coffee with this article, so bring it along and sample the atmosphere of this unique place for free! Find the Truro Arts Company at 26 River Street in Truro, next door to the museum. For more information call 01872 240567 or visit www.truroartscompany.co.uk /truroartscompany
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From established names to the next generation, The Poly Guild stocks a range of beautifully made work from artists and craftspeople who live locally or who studied at Falmouth University. Work includes jewellery, ceramics, prints, glass and 3D work, exclusively available through the Poly Guild, making the range truly local and distinctive.
intriguing and high quality craftsmanship to the high street. Opening hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 7pm, at 24 Church Street in Falmouth TR11 3EG. For more information call 01326 319461, follow us on Twitter@thepolyguild or visit www.thepoly.org
The Guild is an Own Art gallery, which makes buying original art easy and affordable by enabling you to spread the cost of your purchase over ten months with an interest-free loan. The Guild is proud to support our local makers and works with them to bring unique, Rosie Sutcliffe
Always something new to see at The Poly Galleries The Poly Galleries are also based in the iconic Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society building in the heart of Falmouth. The ground floor gallery, the Spring Gallery, is the place to see work by a wide range of contemporary artists and craftspeople. Exhibitions change every week, so there’s always something new to see. The second floor is home to the Main Gallery, the Poly’s largest exhibition space. The Annual Members’ Summer Exhibition is held
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there every August, with over 40 members taking part. It also houses a number of Falmouth University’s end-of-year shows and has been used as a venue for seated musical concerts, a wedding and theatre performance this year. Both galleries are available for booking – contact the Poly team for details. For more information call 01326 319461, email info@thepoly.org or visit www.thepoly.org
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The Cornwall Living guide to art around the county Richard Saltoun Gallery
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The Restless Image By Rose Finn-Kelcey
The Magical Garden By Angelica Sheldon-Fentem
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The Blue Studio, 1947-48 By Wilhelmina Barns-Graham
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Ox Eyed Daisies on the North Cornish Coast By Sophi Beharrell
1. THE SUMMERHOUSE GALLERY 2. THE EXCHANGE The Magical Garden By Angelica Sheldon-Fentem
The Restless Image By Rose Finn-Kelcey
3. PENLEE HOUSE GALLERY
4. THE WATERMENS GALLERY
The Summerhouse Gallery showcases the very best of Cornish art; a welcoming, beautiful space which has become a favourite of many art lovers who visit Cornwall. The gallery displays contemporary impressionistic work, celebrating both established, well-known artists alongside the up and coming. See the website for news and up-to-date information.
‘Liberties’ (22nd Oct to 7th Jan) presents a snapshot of the evolving conversations helping to map a woman’s place in British society through work by 24 woman artists. Film, photography, sculpture, performance and painting reflect personal and political issues and changes in art practice since the introduction of the UK’s Sex Discrimination Act.
This view of the artist’s studio at Porthmeor in St Ives is just one of over 60 paintings by this important 20th century artist (1912-2004) in the current show at Penlee House Gallery, ‘Wilhelmina Barns-Graham: A Scottish Artist in St Ives’, which runs until 19th November.
On the waterfront at Falmouth’s Custom House Quay, the gallery was once the studio of Henry Scott Tuke. Today it’s the working studio of Sophi Beharrell. Visit the gallery to see Sophi’s breathtaking beachscapes, rockpools and cliffscapes. Contact Sophi if you would like to discuss a painting, print or commission.
Market Place, Marazion TR17 0AR 01736 711 400 www.summerhousegallery.co.uk
The Exchange, Princes Street, Penzance TR18 2NL 01736 363715 www.newlynartgallery.co.uk
The Blue Studio, 1947-48 By Wilhelmina Barns-Graham
Penlee House Gallery & Museum Morrab Road, Penzance TR18 4HE 01736 363625 www.penleehouse.org.uk
Ox Eyed Daisies on the North Cornish Coast By Sophi Beharrell
Custom House Quay, Falmouth TR11 3JT 01326 312165 www.cornishartgallery.com
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Ceramic vases By Adrian Brough
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Au Vent II By Carine Bouvard
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Misty Morning Mike Moss
The Old Lifeboat Station By Susan Isaac
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6. WAVE 7 GALLERY
7. ART WORLD GALLERY
8. CUSTOMS HOUSE GALLERY
Market House Gallery is one of the largest established galleries in Cornwall with work by over 100 artists, 70 ceramicists and 12 glass producers, including a good selection of ceramics by local potter Adrian Brough (prices from £80). The gallery is open Monday to Saturday, 11am to 5pm.
Wave 7 Gallery near Port Isaac exhibits contemporary art and crafts across two buildings: the main gallery and the granary used to showcase sole exhibitions. It’s also the working studio of Victoria Mead Mirrors. Art courses and craft afternoons run throughout the season. The gallery is open 10.30am to 5pm, Tuesday to Saturday.
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 ceramics artists and sculptors. Many of these artists are exclusive to the gallery. Open seven days a week, 10am to 5.30pm.
The gallery’s light and airy space on Porthleven’s harbour side exhibits original work by some of Cornwall’s finest artists in a range of mediums. A bespoke framing service is available here as well as the Own Art scheme. The gallery is open daily 10.30am to 5pm. View the work available on the regularly updated and fully ecommerce enabled website.
Market Place, Marazion TR17 OAR 01736 710252 www.markethousegallery.co.uk
Trelights, Near Port Isaac PL29 3TW 01208 880605 www.wave7gallery.co.uk
62 Church Street, Falmouth TR11 3DS 01326 219323 www.artworldltd.com
Commercial Road, Porthleven TR13 9JD 01326 569365 www.cornwall-art.co.uk
Ceramic vases By Adrian Brough
Misty Morning By Mike Moss
Au Vent II By Carine Bouvard
The Old Lifeboat Station By Susan Isaac
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Mr Toad’s Big Day Out By Dale Bowen
Eat Art Bespoke framing service
1. QUAY ART
Mr Toad’s Big Day Out By Dale Bowen A vibrant, humorous limited edition framed print, taken from ‘The Further Adventures of Mr Toad’ set, created by popular artist Dale Bowen, from the classic Wind In The Willows. For a wide range of original paintings and limited editions by national and international artists, visit the gallery (open every day) or see the website. Quay Art, North Quay, Padstow PL28 8AF 01841 533534 www.quay-art.co.uk
2. THE ROUNDHOUSE AND CAPSTAN GALLERY
Rocks and breakers, Porthmeor Cove, near Zennor By David Rust Overlooking the quay at Sennen Cove, this unique circular gallery on two floors features an ever-changing display of work by a selection of the best painters, potters, sculptors, jewellers and printmakers working in Cornwall today. The gallery also offers an exciting array of gifts and crafts in the upper gallery. Sennen Cove, Penzance TR19 7DF 01736 871859 www.round-house.co.uk
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Dancing Hare By Mel Chambers
3. EAT ART
4. ALCHEMY TILES
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.
“I wish I could show you, when you are lonely or in darkness, the astonishing light of your own being” – Hafiz. Using ancient 13th century inlay techniques (not painted), each tile is individually hand carved into wet clay, inlaid, glazed and fired over three days. No tile can be replicated, making each one unique.
Bespoke framing service
Empire Way, Tregoniggie Estate, Falmouth TR11 4RX 01326 375917 www.eatart.co.uk
Dancing Hare By Mel Chambers
Rose Cottage, Port Navas, Constantine, Falmouth TR11 5RJ 07768 193848 www.alchemytiles.com
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Sailing By Martyn Dempsey
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5. ATISHOO GALLERY
6. SHARON McSWINEY
7. MARTYN DEMPSEY
8. CSCAPE ART
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 or art cards and prints to buy. Visit the website where you can buy online and check opening times.
Sharon creates beautiful jewellery and metalwork, decorative wall pieces in copper and brass featuring leaves and birds plus a range of sea-inspired designs for the home, and unique metalwork greetings cards. See her exhibition, ‘Autumn in St Ives’ 8th to 14th October, at St Ives Arts Club.
Martyn has been painting in Cornwall for over 20 years, becoming one of the Duchy’s most successful artists today. Martyn exhibits around the world, with a dedicated following, and private collectors including The Rothchilds, Lady Spencer and Morgan Stanley. Visit Martyn’s private space, The Gallery in Port Isaac.
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 available at the gallery. Open daily during the season 10.30. to 5.30.
Unit 7, The Drill Hall, Chapel Street, St Ives TR26 2LR 01736 448293 www.sharonmcswiney.co.uk
44 Fore Street, Port Isaac PL29 3RD 01208 881032 www.mdempsey.co.uk
The Old Workshop, Charlestown, St Austell PL25 3NJ 01726 66639 theoldworkshopcharlestown.co.uk
‘Tis Windy Today! By Louise Rawlings
71 Charlestown Road, Charlestown, St Austell PL25 3NL 01726 65900 www.atishoodesigns.co.uk
Copper Horse Chestnut Leaf Decoration By Sharon McSwiney
Sailing By Martyn Dempsey
Deckhand at Work By Sarah Blakey
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Art
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Stunning and eclectic, colourful and unique… art at the Lighthouse gallery.
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“a fresh, bright space in which to appreciate the work of Cornwall’s leading, and talented emerging, artists”
unique, large three storey Georgian building with its vaulted domed ceiling providing an incredible pool of natural light is home to one of our favourite galleries in Cornwall… the Lighthouse gallery in Penzance… with its wonderful mix of paintings, ceramics, sculpture and jewellery. Set over two floors the clean lines and simple layout provides a fresh, bright space in which to appreciate the work of Cornwall’s leading, and talented emerging, artists. First opened in 2003 by Directors Tracey Spry and Christine Weschke, Lighthouse Gallery is now firmly established amongst the most respected galleries in Cornwall. I speak to Tracey and Christine. “It all started back in the spring of 2003: as friends, and both mothers of young daughters, we wanted to start a business that would fit in with our lifestyles. We’d always loved browsing in galleries and collecting pieces by local artists, so opening a gallery of our own seemed the most natural thing in the world”, Tracey tells me with a smile. “And we’ve come a long way since then…” Christine adds: “As well as running the gallery now we exhibit at several art fairs in London and Bristol; our next one is the Affordable Art Fair in Battersea this October. Taking local artists work to a wider audience is a big part of our job, and benefits all of us. We
have a growing mailing list of collectors in the London area… some actually come to Penzance to seek us out!” They both obviously love what they do and are equally passionate about the artists they work with. Tracey grins, “But one of the most pleasurable outcomes of owning a gallery for the past 13 years is the friendships we have made along the way… and we’ve had so much fun!” The pair tell me they have some exciting exhibitions planned for 2017, which is shaping up to be their busiest yet. So keep an eye on their website for details or pop in for a look… it’s sure to make your heart sing!
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Mandy Milano
LIGHTHOUSE GALLERY 54/55 Causewayhead, Penzance TR18 2SS 01736 350555 www.lighthouse-gallery.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Carla Regler PHOTOGRAPHY
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Situated on the stunning 15th century harbour of Polperro. Surrounded by stunning, quintessentially quaint surroundings. Gina produces originals and limited edition prints. Visit the website for news from Gina on her current projects, examples of her previous work as well as prints. If you’re lucky, you may even find a highly sought after original! Commissions also available. Member of the ABNA (Association of British Naive Artists) Current opening times: Tuesday ~ Sunday, 10am ~ 4pm
01503 272958 | www.yourgina.co.uk Lansallos Street, Polperro, Cornwall PL13 2QU
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Make sure you approach winter with spring in your step. Here are some simple tips: 1. Body brush regularly to stimulate the circulation 2. Eat foods for vitality – fresh local produce that is warming 3. Moisturise regularly – paying attention to the hands 4. Get out and about – running, cycling, surfing or walking with friends (or head to the gym if it’s dark). This activity increases our immune system
Relax and treat yourself Sumptuous bath milk Ingredients 1½ cups powdered milk (for dairy free – use soy milk powder) ½ cup Epsom salts Essential oil of your choice – orange, lavender or rosemary (3-5ml) A handful of flower petals (optional for extra luxury) Method Mix all the ingredients together then pour as required into a warming bath to relax and boost your immune system.
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Winter health Along with the rest of nature, our skin changes as the seasons turn. With winter comes low humidity, which strips skin of its natural moisture, leaving it dry and more susceptible to damage. To protect your skin from the cold, turn to natural moisturisers with healing natural ingredients.
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ave you ever had a life-changing moment? Mine was in 2008 when I went along to a ‘Moving Forward’ day run by the Mermaid Centre. I had been asked to go and show our range of organic skincare and provide massage and Reiki for the ladies attending. It was inspiring and humbling at the same time. It gave me an insight into what people facing cancer go through, along with their families. I left the day with a sense of purpose and working with some great Trustees and volunteers, set up the Made for Life Foundation (registered charity 1138846). To date, we have provided support within Cornwall and beyond to over 10,000 people. By the end of October we will have run over six Made for Life events across the UK. The whole team get involved and find it hugely rewarding. Volunteering and helping others has been shown to be hugely beneficial. It helps define who we are and gives us a sense of purpose. With winter drawing in, remember there is always someone out there who could do with some help and support – find something close to your heart.
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An outstanding achievement Cornwall Hospice Care celebrates a first-rate appraisal of St Julia’s Hospice in Hayle.
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ornish charity Cornwall Hospice Care is celebrating news of an ‘outstanding’ rating for one of its two hospices from the Care Quality Commission. The rating, which is the highest achievable, follows a recent inspection at St Julia’s Hospice in Hayle. “This is a well-deserved tribute to the whole team who’ve worked together to achieve this result,” says a delighted Paul Brinsley, Chief Executive. “The rating acknowledges the incredibly high levels of care given to our patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and also reflects the passion of our staff and volunteers.” The news comes at a time when the teams at Cornwall Hospice Care are proving that the charity of today isn’t just about hospice buildings. “It’s so much more,” explains Dawn Tame-Battell, Director of Patient Services, “we’re about inspirational people who make a difference to our patients and their families in a range of ways.” One of those inspirational people is Dr Deborah Stevens, the charity’s Medical Director. “The cornerstone of what we do is of course the in-patient care,” explains Deborah, “but we achieve so much more by offering outpatient appointments, providing our experience and expertise alongside the medical teams at the Royal Cornwall
Hospital Treliske, supporting the community team and running education projects. We also operate a 24/7 advice line for other healthcare professionals.” “Now we’re actively looking at how we can increase our input in to the community,” continues Deborah, “the acute beds will be there for the people who really need them, but we know there are particular groups of patients for whom the hospice is really not the right environment and we want to ensure people are getting the right care at the right time and in the right place.” “We care for adults from the age of 18 onwards but this wouldn’t be possible without public support,” adds Dr Carolyn Campbell, Consultant in Palliative Care. “More than 80% of the money we need to do this comes from the people of Cornwall and we can’t say thank you enough for that. I, like all my fellow staff and volunteers, am indeed proud to say I am Cornwall Hospice Care.”
CORNWALL HOSPICE CARE fundraising@cornwallhospice.co.uk www.cornwallhospicecare.co.uk
Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
é ABOVE Dr Carolyn Campbell, Consultant in Palliative Care and Dr Deborah Stevens, Medical Director ê BELOW The ‘outstanding’ team at St Julia’s Hospice, Hayle
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ê BELOW Dawn Tame-Battell, Director of Patient Services, and Paul Brinsley, Chief Executive of Cornwall Hospice Care
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An absufrapbrise Joanna Lumley writes personal letter to a resident of Cedar Grange in Launceston.
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egendary British actress Joanna Lumley, best-known for her role as Patsy Stone in TV’s ‘Absolutely Fabulous’, brought a smile to the face of Susan Beale, a resident at Cedar Grange in Launceston. Susan has an advanced form of dementia and since February this year has been a resident at Cedar Grange, a 60-bed specialist residential care home with a focus on nursing care for those with dementia, Alzheimer’s and mental health conditions, in Lanstephan, Launceston. One day, Susan told the home’s manager, Michelle Wray, about her life in London. Susan explained how her neighbour had once been former Bond girl Joanna Lumley. This led to them contacting Joanna’s PA. The much-loved British actress, who has enjoyed parts in shows like The New Avengers, sent a present in return. Cedar Grange manager, Michelle Wray, says: “Susan began talking to me about Joanna when she saw her on television and told me that when she went shopping and was walking home, Joanna would often pick her up in her sports car and they would go for a ‘jolly good adventure’.”
Michelle continues: “We always take the time to get to know our clients and their life histories. Often, when a short-term memory becomes unreliable because of dementia, a long-term memory remains strong and Susan’s memories of Joanna were very clear. Joanna was unable to visit the home owing to her schedule but she remembered Susan fondly and sent a hand-written note along with a signed copy of her autobiography, which was very gratefully received – talk about making someone’s day!” The note Joanna Lumley wrote to Susan, which brought a smile to her face, reads: “Dear Susan — if I may, I do hope you enjoy looking through this book which comes to you with my very warmest good wishes and kindest thoughts — love from Joanna.” Susan and the team at Cedar Grange were delighted to receive the letter and book from Joanna; a really special moment that brought a sparkle to the day.
CORNWALL CARE 01872 261787 welcome@cornwallcare.org www.cornwallcare.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk
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Advice
where there’s a Wi�… We talk to Matt Begley, Managing Director of Harris Begley Financial Planning, to find out about the importance to drawing up a Will.
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emarkably 58%* of all UK adults don’t have a Will. If you happen to count yourself amongst that number, you may be leaving your loved ones exposed to more risk than you realise. Estate planning isn’t purely for people in or moving towards their retirement years. In general, not having a Will means that a person dies intestate and whilst their husband or wife (or registered civil partner) will be the first person entitled to the estate, unless a Will is in place, they may not inherit all of it. Additionally, without a Will the whole process of dividing the estate and distributing the inheritance is slowed down dramatically, which could result in your family suffering from financial worries, whilst also coping with the emotional turmoil of bereavement. “If the couple aren’t married, the situation can be even more problematic”, explains Matt Begley of Harris Begley Financial Planning, as UK law doesn’t recognise a co-habiting partnership and therefore the surviving partner has no automatic right to inherit. “What is even more startling is that even if you divorced from your husband or wife many years previously, on your death your estate would revert to your ex spouse as, in the absence of a new Will, the Will drawn up whilst you were together remains valid.” For many people this single piece of information is enough incentive for them to get a new Will drawn up without delay. “Naturally, it’s important to change your Will as soon as possible after a divorce,” adds Matt.
In fact, even for a family with young children, a Will is vital to protect them in case the unthinkable happened where both parents sadly perished, in a car accident, for example. If a Will or Guardianship arrangement isn’t in place stating who will care for the children in the event of such tragic circumstances, the children are most likely to be put into state care, whilst guardianship by a relative is established by the court – irrespective of the loving family around them! The majority of people delay making a Will as they believe their loved ones will automatically inherit or because they think having a Will drawn up is an expensive and complicated procedure. The reality is that without a Will in place, even the most seemingly insignificant assets may go to the wrong person or to the state. Taking sound professional advice on the best way to protect your assets and the inheritance of your loved ones is essential. Harris Begley Financial Planning works with Portcullis Legals to provide cost effective Will drafting services that ensure the entire process is simplified and easy.
ê BELOW Matt Begley, MD of Harris Begley Financial Planning
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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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Health
The choice is yours Dan Williams at Duchy Hospital helps to decipher the choice of where to have your NHS surgery.
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any people don’t realise that, since 2005, patients have had the right to choose any hospital or treatment centre in England for their operation, when being referred for NHS surgery. With the NHS e-referral service, in Cornwall, your NHS referral gets passed onto the Referral Management Service (RMS). The RMS then calls patients to offer a choice of location for their appointment and surgery. Choice is a wonderful thing, but it can also be bewildering. With so much choice, how do you make a decision? Many chat to friends and family, but there are more scientific, reliable ways to discover which would be best for you, with a wealth of information to help make an informed choice. Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Duchy Hospital, Mr Dan Williams, says: “Patients are likely to achieve a more successful outcome from their surgery by getting involved with decisions affecting their care right from the start. Choosing the best place to be treated by using the wealth of information available is the beginning of this process.” Of course, we all have different priorities, but these largely fall into the following categories: waiting times, distance from home, infection rates, clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Wait times The wait time given by the RMS may be for an initial outpatient appointment rather than the treatment itself, so it’s a good idea to clarify this. To see average wait times, visit www.nhs.uk, choose the ‘Services near you’ tab, select the specialty (for example, Orthopaedics) and location, then choose the hospital from the list.
Distance from home The closest hospital which can offer you the treatment you require will also be given to you by the RMS when they call you.
Infection rates These can be found in a Quality Account, an annual report about the quality of services by an NHS healthcare provider. Visit the NHS Choices website: www.nhs.uk/aboutNHSChoices/professionals/ healthandcareprofessionals/quality-accounts/ Pages/about-quality-accounts.aspx
Clinical outcomes PROMs (Patient Reported Outcome Measures) data comes from asking patients to rate their condition before and several months after surgery to find out how it has affected their symptoms, such as pain and function. One measure used is the Oxford Score. Compare the hospital’s score to the national average to get a good idea of the quality of outcomes achieved. For example, the gain in Oxford knee score, following knee replacement at the Duchy Hospital, increases by 18 points compared to a national average of 16 points.
Patient satisfaction PLACE (Patient Led Assessment of the Care Environment) assessments gauge how hospitals support patients’ privacy and dignity, food, cleanliness and general building maintenance. According to May 2016 data, 100% of the Duchy Hospital patients surveyed said there were enough staff and nurses to care for them and 100% felt that they were involved enough in decisions about their care and treatment. View the full survey by visiting www.digital.nhs.uk/catalogue/ PUB21325. Patient satisfaction can also be gauged from the hospital’s friends and family test, with details available in the ‘Quality of service’ or ‘Key facts’ section of the specific hospital on the NHS website.
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Advice
Will power Don’t cut corners on Will drafting, says Tracey Wright, partner at Stephens Scown.
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e are all under pressure these days and it can be tempting to take the cheapest and easiest route. But sometimes these offers are just too good to be true. One crucial example is when it comes to preparing your Will. A worrying trend has emerged of direct sales people going door to door, selling Will drafting services. These businesses are unregulated and are normally not local. With as little as five days of training, they lack qualifications or experience. As sales people, the chances are that what starts out as a simple Will may end up with insurance and other services sold on top. “I’ve made my career helping people to draft Wills and plan their estates”, explains Tracey Wright, a partner and head of private client at Stephens Scown LLP, which has offices in Truro and St Austell. “You may say I’m biased, but I’ve been there to pick up the pieces when things go wrong. With a qualified solicitor, specialist in this area of law, you know that you are dealing with an expert, who has spent years in training.” Importantly, law firms are regulated, which means that there is an independent body which sets standards that we must
adhere to. If things go wrong, you can complain to an independent body that can impose financial sanctions. Solicitors will be able to offer expert advice on wider issues such as inheritance tax planning or property issues. “We can also advise on areas like Trusts, which some people find useful to help with tax planning”, continues Tracey. “Many of our clients have been with us for a long time and we are able to build up a relationship and gain a great understanding of their unique circumstances. Family dynamics are becoming increasingly complex, with divorces and remarriages adding additional elements to consider.” There is an increasing number of Wills being contested in the courts. This can be incredibly expensive and cause a great deal of stress at an already difficult time after the death of a loved one. The risk of this can be significantly reduced with a well-drafted Will prepared by a specialist lawyer.
ë ABOVE LEFT Tracey Wright, Partner at Stephens Scown LLP
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MOUSEHOLE, west cornwall
Cavernous open-plan living ø 200 yards from Penpol creek ø west facing gardens and terrace ø master suite with private balcony ø 3 further double bedrooms ø 2 additional reception rooms ø 4,247 sq ft ø EPC=D
Inspiring sea views ø beautifully appointed ø 3 bedrooms ø living / dining room ø enclosed courtyard garden ø nearby parking by arrangement ø 1,026 sq ft ø EPC=F
Guide £1.5 million Freehold
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TREYARNON BAY, north cornwall
PORTLOE, south cornwall
Treyarnon Bay - 175 yards with pathway to the beach ø triple aspect beach, sea & country views ø 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms ø private garden ø heated swimming pool ø large deck & 2 balconies ø 2,734 sq ft ø EPC=E
Renovated and extended ø beautifully appointed ø superb oak frame living room ø sea glimpes ø 3/4 bedrooms (master ensuite) ø manageable gardens ø garage and parking ø 2,324 sq ft ø EPC=E
Guide £1.695 million Freehold
Guide £725,000 Freehold
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SENSATIONAL CLIFF TOP POSITION porthcothan bay, north cornwall Beautiful ocean views ø prime cliff top position ø potential for redevelopment (subject to planning consents) ø 3 bedrooms ø garage ø parking ø 1,213 sq ft ø EPC=F
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SWALLOWS AND AMAZONS feock, south cornwall
Gorgeous waterside home ø water views from all principle rooms ø private quay, foreshore & moorings ø open plan kitchen/dining room ø 4 bedrooms ø southwest facing lawns and terrace ø 2 storey stone barn ø 2,429 sq ft ø EPC = E
Savills Cornwall Jonathan Cunliffe jcunliffe@savills.com
01872 243 200
Guide £1.4 million Freehold
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Treyarnon Bay
£445,000
Luxury duplex holiday apartment with high specification two bedroom accommodation situated within a stone’s throw of the beach with superb sea and coastline views. EPC - B
Padstow £650,000 Spacious town house situated in the centre of Padstow with three floors of accommodation and a superb tiered garden at the rear making the most of the sunshine.
Near Treyarnon
£300,000
A unique detached bungalow set within just a mile of the sandy beach at Treyarnon Bay with gardens, garage and plenty of potential.
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At Jackie Stanley’s, we handle the sale of all types of property in the area, from the affordable to the prestigious and exclusive.
Constantine Bay
£615,000
Brand new, luxury duplex apartment with views over the golf course to the sea, exclusive new development within just a few minutes walk of the beach. EPC - C
Constantine Bay
£1,500,000
Beautifully designed modern property with views to the sea and Quies, with four bedrooms and four bathrooms, of exceptional standard with lovely large enclosed gardens in a very sought after location. EPC – F
Burlawn
£525,000
Located in the peaceful & pretty rural hamlet of Burlawn at the end of a quarter of a mile private lane stands this period stone former farmhouse providing comfortable & characterful 3 bedroom accommodation standing within approximately 2.4 acres of glorious gardens & grounds, partially bordered by a stream. In addition is an interconnecting 1 bedroom annexe with successful letting history. EPC-G
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BETWEEN TRURO & ST AUSTELL
A MAGNIFICENT HOME WITH 12 ACRES OF LAND
Tucked away and facing south in a landscape of rolling farmland and with 12 acres of its own land for privacy and protection. Originally a massive barn range of considerable architectural merit and almost reminiscent of an Elizabethan Manor. Beautifully renovated and in pristine condition, ready to move into.Versatile accommodation comprising 6 bedrooms including master en-suite, bathroom, shower rooms, wet room, living room/kitchen with Aga, sitting room, office/ second sitting room and utility. Double glazing and central heating as standard throughout. Further buildings include restored traditional four bay cart house for garaging and single storey barn with conversion potential. Plenty of garden and grounds, paddock and large field. EPC - C
Guide Price £895,000
RURAL COOMBE - MID CORNWALL
A MAGICAL FAMILY HOUSE IN A LOVELY LOCATION
Beautiful 18th Century house with contemporary extension set in approximately one acre of garden and including an artist’s studio, summerhouse and charming single storey stone barn with planning consent for conversion to self-contained one bedroom cottage. Set on a warm South facing slope which stretches down to the upper reaches of the Fal Valley and situated on a country estate of several hundred acres, and approached by a private road. Five bedrooms, two bathrooms, two formal reception rooms, farmhouse kitchen with Aga, study/office, cloakroom and utility, together with a stunning first floor sitting room which opens directly to the upper garden. Period features including an inglenook and traditional period fireplace, a granite paved floor in the dining room and two staircases. EPC - G
Guide Price £875,000
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Manaccan – £429,950 Crowns cottage is 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 chain. EPC rating - E - 40.
Praa Sands – Guide Price £525,000 Commanding fabulous far reaching sea and coastal views, Trevillian is a spacious split level four bedroom detached residence significantly updated by the present owners standing within gardens of just under half an acre including a wonderful deck and kitchen garden. On the first floor the sitting room and master bedroom suite both enjoy private balconies boasting stunning views. EPC rating - E - 54.
Porthleven - £375,000
Porthallow – £295,000
Suffolk Cottage is a charming, two double bedroom character property located within sight and sound of the sea in the popular village of Porthleven. Currently used as a successful holiday let, the accommodation boasts a patio to the rear, behind which is the garage and parking space. Outside, to the rear of the property is a patio area ideal for barbecue’s. Offered for sale with no onward chain. EPC rating - F - 37.
Positioned within a stones throw from the beach in the highly regarded coastal village of Porthallow, this charming detached two/three bedroom seaside cottage is offered for sale with no chain. The property has been utilised as a successful holiday let for many years and with the beach being within a short walk we strongly recommend an early enquiry and an appointment to view. EPC rating - G - 16.
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Perran-Ar-Worthal, Nr. Truro
£310,000
Set in a fine converted Grade II Listed Manor House, this two bedroom apartment has magnificent proportions, beautiful communal gardens, parking and a garage.
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Weeth Farm, Carnhell Green – £475,000 Weeth Farm is a well presented and maintained bungalow set in approximately 3 acres and situated in a rural location. The property benefits from three bedrooms, a family bathroom, a separate shower room, living room with multi fuel burner, kitchen, dining room and an attic space which could be converted subject to necessary regulations. Outside there are two paddocks, a stable block, outdoor swimming pool, double garage and further outbuildings. EPC rating D.
Commercial Road, Hayle – £260,000
Penpol Terrace, Hayle – £300,000
This is a deceptive terrace cottage with excellent views across Hayle Harbour towards Lelant/St Ives. The reverse level accommodation offers three double bedrooms (two ensuite) and a family bathroom on the ground floor and open plan living/kitchen/dining area to the first floor. There is an enclosed garden with an outbuilding and garage as well as additional parking. This property is offered with no onward chain. EPC rating D.
This is a deceptive terrace cottage with excellent views across Hayle Harbour towards Lelant/St Ives. The reverse level accommodation offers three double bedrooms (two ensuite) and a family bathroom on the ground floor and open plan living/kitchen/dining area to the first floor. There is an enclosed garden with an outbuilding and garage as well as additional parking. This property is offered with no onward chain. EPC rating D.
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We are delighted to be able to offer for sale a wonderfully appointed modern family home sitting in ten acres of formal gardens and pasture land in a wonderful rural location. Tressingham is a hugely impressive south facing country home offering space, privacy and quality in abundance. The property overlooks its own land and lake with a verdant nature reserve beyond.
Rosewarne Downs
£800,000
Set within its own private gardens is this delightful, 4 bed semi-detached house beautifully presented with an abundance of charm. Constructed in the 1840s, originally as two cottages, the first floor boasts two bathrooms and four bedrooms, each enjoying views over the garden. There is also a lounge with woodburner, dining room, sitting room, conservatory, and downstairs shower room and utility. The property is surrounded on three sides by stunning, landscaped gardens, offering an abundance of mature trees, shrubs and seating areas.
Leedstown
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FOUR BEDROOM COUNTRY HOUSE TEN ACRES OF LAND BEAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDE VIEWS IMPRESSIVE FORMAL ELECTRIC GATED ENTRANCE AND DRIVEWAY WONDERFUL RURAL LOCATION
SEVERAL OUTBUILDINGS AND STORES DOUBLE CAR PORT TWO ACRES OF GARDENS FOUR BEDROOMS PRIVATE DRIVE BEAUTIFUL FARMHOUSE KITCHEN
£450,000
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A superb opportunity to purchase a detached 3 bedroom barn conversion with approximately 8 acres of land laid to paddock with stable block. The deceptively spacious accommodation comprises, on the ground floor, 17’ family kitchen with utility room, 30’ living room, dining room, double bedroom and shower room. On the first floor, 2 large double bedrooms and a 3rd reception room (30’ in length with PP to reconfigure to create further bedroom & bathroom space, if required). Garage, car port, parking & walled gardens. EPC E53
Near Helston
£420,000
Detached four bedroom 18th Century Grade ll listed cottage with a wealth of original features. Accommodation comprises of generous cottage style kitchen, lounge, dining room both with feature fireplaces and exposed wooden ceiling beams. Upstairs are four bedrooms with one en-suite and family bathroom. Enclosed mature rear garden, plus additional garden behind the cottage. Ample off road parking and detached single garage, plus two former stables.
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Helston Office: 01326 572434 Launceston: 01566 776055
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3 BEDROOM BARN CONVERSION 8 ACRES OF LAND PADDOCK WITH STABLE BLOCK WALLED GARDENS MASTER BEDROOM EN SUITE PARKING, GARAGE & CAR PORT
FOUR BEDROOM 18TH CENTURY GRADE II LISTED COTTAGE STEEPED IN ORIGINAL FEATURES TWO RECEPTION ROOMS BOTH WITH OPEN FIREPLACES MATURE, TRANQUIL GARDENS TWO FORMER STABLES & DETACHED GARAGE
£369,950
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Look out for the Nordic walk workshop in November, and upcoming Christmas workshops. If you would like more information or to book a place at an event, please contact Juliette, the Made for Life Manager, on 01326 221777 or madeforlifefoundation@gmail.com
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et’s start by telling you where Nordic Walking began. The Finnish Cross Country Skiers needed something to keep them fit in the summer months when there was no snow on the ground so, using shorter poles, they began Nordic Walking to keep up their full body fitness in preparation for the winter. Today Nordic Walking has grown into a fantastic, popular sport, suitable for all ages and abilities, beneficial to those with a disability and can be used for rehabilitation too. Kelly Bennett, who owns a friendly Nordic Walking business called Walk Kernow, has teamed up with Made for Life to create fantastic and rejuvenating walking workshops. “I came from the sofa”, laughs Kelly. “Yes, I was lazy once upon a time! But I’m now a fully-qualified INWA Nordic Walking Instructor and not so lazy!” Recently, Kelly met with Juliette from Made for Life over a coffee to talk about how Nordic Walking can benefit people who have or have had cancer. “It was great to talk about how I have seen Nordic Walking benefit my clients who have or have had cancer, from lifting the mood
by exercising in nature, improving lymph system function to improving the posture and core strength and helping balance and coordination which in turn benefits those with peripheral neuropathy. To top it off it doesn’t feel any harder than walking but you are burning up to 46% more calories and using up to 90% of the skeletal muscles. The more we talked the more we realised that working together we could provide something great for people with cancer.” Together, Made for Life and Walk Kernow have planned workshops tailored to suit your needs at the beautiful Trelissick Gardens and there’s even time for coffee, cake and a bit of socialising after! So for a couple of hours of fun and giggles, why not have a go? There’s free parking and pole hire included. “If I can do it so can you,” says Kelly, “and as they say… if you can walk you can Nordic Walk. Oh, and boys… it’s for you too!”
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