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Foreword he s irit of renewal is something that suffuses each new year. From lighter mornings and lengthening days to fresh shoots of growth in the elds and hedgerows, each day that dawns offers ho e and enlightenment. fter the dar hues of winter, this emerging light and pigment from all around us is welcomed by artists and photographers alike. Linda Styles’ ceramics, with their rivers of colour and accents of pure glistening gold, combine to create exquisite pieces that u lift and e cite 1 . rom the micro to the macro, hotogra her teve rownhill 2 uses light to bring both architectural and natural landsca es to vivid life. ew beginnings are also synonymous with those pioneers who push the boundaries, whether they be personal, creative or business. hef irector of anteen ornwall, en

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COLOUR ME WONDERFUL The joyful work of Linda Styles

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Seeking nourishment within nature

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Re-writing the rules of yacht design

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T H E W O R L D S TA G E A tale of Cornish success

T H E A RT I S T I C C H I P P Y Rekindling a passion for creativity

L U X U RY H O M E S At the pinnacle of the Cornish market

T RO P I C A L T E R R A I N Trebah Garden – a Cornish icon

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For some much needed joy in 2021, look to the work of Linda Styles.

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established herself as a ma er of wondrous ob ects, regarding herself as a do er , and deeming the theory and politics of contemporary art irrelevant to her practice. don t wor on that level. ust want my work to give pleasure, even as broken shards, she tells me. his attitude has raised eyebrows in the art world over the past thirty years, but has given her the freedom to make brilliant, truly distinctive work. As a maker, she describes herself loosely as an art otter or assemblage artist with a particular affection for eat culture and cheap, m i d c e n t u r y ornamentation: her house, discovered on our rst meeting, is a wonderland of fabulous things and spectacular vintage objects. As a woman, she describes herself as high church indoctrinated to the oint of rebellion’, a little girl who grew up against a backdrop of 50s nostalgia and 60s nuclear family living. hat saved her, throughout

ome artists are just extraordinary, and so are some people. Potter Linda Styles, whose reputation as an artist and educator has long preceded her, is one such person. She may rightly be called the Doyenne of Cornish ceramics for any number of reasons, not least because her work is thrilling, and has a maverick edge that is completely irresistible. King of all things maverick, Banksy himself describes Linda’s work as “a chaotic comfort that needs no convincing”, passing nal, authoritative judgement by adding “Me likes”. inda studied tudio ottery at almouth ollege of rts in the early nineties. As an undergraduate she was selected for eramic ontem oraries at the V&A in London, and was commissioned

by Sir Terence Conran to create an exclusive tableware range as art of the collaboration Styles and Ward. Since that time, she has

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deliciously uncensored, and appropriate to the alarming, unexpected or banal vagaries of real life his ot, she tells me, of a s layed to bowl made during loc down titled ome, t nce a rison and a anctuary , is ins ired by my garden in almouth.

a particularly turbulent childhood, was the absolute order she learned to achieve through the lacement of what she calls divine ob ects . am drawn to small ob ects in articular, because of my childhood obsession with ade china ornaments, inda tells me. was forever arranging and rearranging them to my heart s content. t was an im ortant ritual for me, their placement being of the utmost importance. Since then, any home have ever lived in has been a ro ect of placement, nostalgia and sentiment, an assemblage of make believe, of smoke and mirrors.”

Accordingly, curated groups of pots are important to her wor . tend to ma e collections, to make assemblages of many pieces, sometimes outrageous in their design, and at other times more discreet.” or ing in grou s of ve to eight ieces at her almouth studio, she begins by assembling soft sheets of terracotta, mani ulating and distorting their form instinctively, as the mood ta es her. hen our on white slip to get a luminous ground – like painting – and then start with the coloured o ides. have so many otions it s mind boggling, and underlay and overlay to get different effects. t is semi random, though based, at its heart, on the formal elements of design – but it is an assemblage of sorts, an evolving rocess. f her rocess is instinctive, her inspirations are just as

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This unapologetic and darkly witty approach to life’s tougher issues is one of the most attractive aspects of her work, and her personality. Linda’s life to this point has been a challenging one, on many levels, but it has made her incredibly resilient, and fostered a great sense of irreverent humour. She tackled three months of lockdown for example, entirely alone, with the creative panache of someone who knows how to make it through the hard times; apart from working ferociously in her studio, she tells me found it hel ed to ma e a thing of coc tail hour , the ritual of drin ing a Martini Sour from my favourite glass, sitting in my favourite spot doing nothing but using all my natural senses and drifting off

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chimed instantly with my own life experience.

‘Beauty’, also, is a key concept in Linda’s work, in the face of a contemporary art world that continues to be hostile to the word.

“What is function? What is beauty? Is it just cheering yourself up with beautiful objects? I thin it is she declares with conviction. t is this uncensored expression of beauty, and of female energy, that is at the heart of Linda’s work. Love, devotion, heartbreak, loss, joy, rage, humour and a deliberate disregard for creative or emotional boundaries of any kind, are expressed in her work through her passion for colour and form. “My practice,” she says, “relates to the emotive and instinctual.

In that respect, I hope my work is about something ‘other’ than itself.

into daydream land.” Linda’s experiences as a woman, and a mother – and an awareness of her female ancestry, including a grandmother who tailored waistcoats for King George V – are erha s the most im ortant influence on her wor . er ots celebrate the feminine, in both form and intent: “They have very few angles or straight lines,” she tells me. hey are built as softly as ossible, and are naturally inclined to slump, alluding to the feeling of being ‘worn out . imilarly, floods of jewel-like colour across the surface of her pots, as well as touches of real gold and a passionate, sometimes furious approach to mark making, suggest the emotional detail any woman engaged in the realities of womanhood will acquire over her lifetime. “My work is about the strength of women in the face of adversity,” says Linda concisely, and many of her wor s ca ture this feeling erfectly, often with a great deal of ‘funny’ thrown in.

“What I am trying to do is to ca ture the ower of enduring love, beyond the transient nature of our physical existence. My aim is to focus on all that is beautiful in this world, whilst acknowledging the lurid reality of darkness and des air.

I am reminded of a dazzling little work on the shelf in Linda’s house, which includes a woman s flailing arms and comical screaming head, all of which, perversely, are detachable from the body of the pot. It is partly inscribed with the words ‘Her head became dislocated from her body from that moment on’ and like all good comedy, it made me laugh because it

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Exploring urban design and the organic environment through the lens of architectural and landscape photographer, Steve Brownhill.

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orn in Tooting, Steve Brownhill began his journey south at the age of ten. A well-spent childhood in Devon resulted in a skate sponsorship and a rofound love of sur ng and the sea. ith a camera in hand since the age of 14, it’s this combination of urban culture and ocean landscape that imbues Steve’s images.

Family generations, including his father and grandfather, who he helped as a child on building sites in ondon had a big influence on his rst career choice. or teve, the road to professional photographer was winding.

Plumbing was the precursor to picture taking and working for years in the building trade gave him the knowledge to understand the processes involved in the thought and creation of buildings. His appreciation for architectural beauty is something that has grown with his skill as a professional photographer, resulting in a passion to capture the art within architecture.

family love living by the ocean, hearing the sound of the swell, taking inspiration from its form and movement. Steve’s work now combines architectural and landscape photography, creating a diverse portfolio that allows him the freedom to mix the metropolitan with the environment. His collaborative work with architects and holiday home owners has helped them to portray buildings in a new light. brownhillphotography.co.uk brownhillart.co.uk

It was a move to Cornwall that cemented Steve’s true passions. Both he and his young

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A B OV E Architect project, Crackington Haven

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TOP The Old Sunday School A B OV E Lympstone Manor

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Holiday on the islands without going abroad.

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outdoors; and for the sense of grounding that the natural landscape inspires through its startling beauty and seasonal rhythms, offering a sense of security and reliability during an era of such unexpected change.

ew year; fresh beginnings.

I haven’t witnessed such an eagerly anticipated chapter change as last year invoked, and we welcome the new year with collective hope for a time of less turbulence, more security and connection with loved ones.

If there’s one thing 2020 has taught us it’s that life can be truly unpredictable and however much we plan for the future, those plans can be uprooted, shaken about and discarded in a mere moment.

Where does that leave us as we enter 2021, at a time of reflecting bac alongside considering the shape of the year ahead?

How lucky those of us living in (or able to visit) Cornwall have been, with a playground of opportunities for natural therapy – in the sea, on craggy moorlands, or simply drinking in expansive, greenhued vistas. We have been drawn to nature and have realised the potency it holds for healing both body and mind. Social media has been awash with joyous celebrations of sea swimmers, vegetable growers and hikers in remote terrain. s we nd ourselves mid winter, a point in the season when we tend to close-in and hunker down, what can nature offer us to boost our wellbeing through to spring?

Making sense of 2020 is going to be a long-haul project, as the political, social and economic implications are picked apart. Many of us have e erienced ma or shifts in our ersonal and work lives – some welcomed, others less so – and embracing these changes has itself called for signi cant reflection. lthough our lived experiences of Covid-19 are unique to us, one unifying shift is the gravitation towards nature as a source of healing – for fresh air, exercise, the opportunity to meet loved ones

I’m a natural-food fanatic, but I’m aware that there is a vast amount of nourishment held within nature that has passed me by; an intricate knowledge of plants and their ability to support and heal us that has been

LEFT Foraging from the natural larder

INSET Harriet Coleman

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passed down through generations, yet many of us have lost touch with today. Winter feels like an opportune time to learn more about the plants on our doorstep and how we can harness them to enhance wellbeing at a time when our immunity is often low, we become more susceptible to colds, many of us struggle with mental health, and the shorter days mean less opportunities for getting active outdoors.

To learn more about the nourishment held within nature and try my hand at making a plant-based winter remedy, I head out for a foraging walk with Harriet Coleman, herbalist and founder of West Apothecary based near Gwithian. Harriet trained in Herbal Medicine in 2017 following a twelveyear modelling career during which she travelled the world but became disillusioned by the industry when she realised the impact the pressure to conform to a certain look was having on her wellbeing. Harriet shares, “My health became challenged – the need to look a certain way led to yo-yo dieting which hammered my gut health and immune system. It wasn’t a sustainable way to live, and when I realised that work was also chipping away at my mental health, I knew it was time to stop”. Harriet’s upbringing had been immersed in nature, her mother’s medicine cabinet was full of herbal tinctures, and it was to this way of living that Harriet returned when she took the decision to step away from modelling.

or arriet, embracing di cult life experiences and learning from them is part of the process of becoming a herbalist, and she looks back now with gratitude for the chapters of her life that led to her work today. Harriet describes herbal medicine as “being in service to others through plants; understanding the language of nature and helping to translate this for others to empower their own healing”.

What does this mean in practice? Harriet offers one to one consultations with clients, creates herbal-infused skincare products, and runs workshops in which she teaches about utilising the power of local plants within remedies and elixirs, to support wellbeing. I ask Harriet how Covid-19 has affected her wor , and whether attitudes towards herbalism have changed during her years of practice. “People want to be more self su cient and connected to nature. n the West we have a habit of looking outside of what we have to nd solutions to the issues we are facing. We are waking up to the local and indigenous offerings that the land around us can provide.”

From a fast-paced career based in London, Harriet moved to Cornwall and spent the rst few months diffusing from the intensity of her experience. Inspired by the landscape and the more laid-back lifestyle, Harriet found nature a great healer and wanted to further her knowledge of herbalism, the ancient form of medicine, in order to continue her own journey of wellbeing and be able to offer this to others.

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Harriet believes that it’s important to view ourselves as part of nature rather than separate from it, and this understanding invokes a compassionate approach to the environment, as well as enabling us to res ectfully harness nature s offerings to support our wellbeing. She explains that her work as a herbalist isn’t just about nding solutions to ailments, it starts with taking a preventative approach, looking at lifestyle changes we can make to improve our health, then supporting these with medicinal remedies where appropriate.

Fundamentally it’s about “tuning in to nature’s calendar and the rhythm of the season arriet reflects.

Seeing ourselves as within nature makes sense when considering how we eat through the cycle of the year, as Harriet explains, winter foods grown locally offer us the nutrients we need at this time of year. During the autumnal season of abundance, we are designed to stock up to see us through the sparser months. Root vegetables, available throughout winter, are grounding, heavy foods that invite you to rest, contrasting with summer foods that hold a lighter, crisper energy.”

Being at the point of midwinter, I ask Harriet her recommendations for staying healthy during the darker, colder months.

“Winter is a time to go within, a time for stillness and hibernation” she says. Bringing this into contemporary living might mean freeing up time for rest and space within our winter-time lives. “Taking 10 minutes each day for quietness, to consciously slow down. Making sure we get plenty of sleep and eating seasonal food” are foundational to winter wellbeing.

This understanding, viewing ourselves as part of nature, designed to eat as our locality offers through the seasons, feels com elling.

I realise that although I’ve been drawn to seasonal eating, the motivation has been environmental and economic concerns such as reducing food miles and supporting local growers. Clearly these are important aspects of our eating choices; but positing ourselves as part of nature gives us additional insight into the bene ts that eating local lant based roduce offers, nourishing us with the nutrients that we need to support our health through nature’s cycles.

As well as boosting our health, synchronising with the seasons can enable us to become “sustainably productive” Harriet explains, more attuned to our wellbeing and mindful

A B OV E Harriet creates herbal-infused skincare products

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Foraging guidelines: Only take plants where there is a plentiful supply Do not take the roots of plants Only eat things if you’re 100% sure they’re safe. e careful regarding identi cation do your research or consult an expert Be conscious of the rules concerning the land you are foraging on, for example coastline, farmland, woodland or a nature reserve. Check the rules before setting out.

Harriet recommends Rachel Lambert’s book ‘Wild Food Foraging in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly’ - see www.wildwalks-southwest.co.uk/ foraging-books/

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of drawing too heavily on our energy reserves.

Again, considering the sustainability of our own wellbeing, as well as our impact on the planet and other people, feels like an important – yet easy to overlook – facet of living sustainably.

intention to embrace a mindset that places me squarely within nature is a great starting oint. nde ned, woolly and di cult to measure? Absolutely. But also full of opportunities to learn and explore in the beautiful Cornish landscape.

as what our local landsca e offers us during winter. “Cornwall is abundant yearround” Harriet says. “In winter, herbs such as rosemary, thyme and sage provide nutrition and strength for our bodies.” Harriet uses plants from her medicinal garden along with foraging walks to create the products that she creates. “Scots pine needles have antiviral properties and are rich in vitamins C and E” and feature regularly within Harriet’s winter remedies. ature offers us what we need.

Eat plenty of locally grown vegetables during winter, grow herbs, look at the indigenous species growing in the hedgerows. The activity of walking, foraging, learning and collecting in itself connects us to nature, and to those we share the experience with.”

If 2020 was the year when we turned to nature, can 2021 be the year when we deepen our connection, and begin to re-learn the language that our ancestors knew so well? If we see ourselves are part of the natural world, our lifestyle choices must surely become more sustainable, more compassionate towards our environment and our fellow species. Which leaves me full of hope for the year ahead.

Harriet has kindly shared the recipe for her Winter Evergreen Respiratory Rub over the following pages. The trio of accessible herbs used in the Respiratory Rub all have antiviral, antibacterial, decongesting and immune boosting properties that prevent and protect us from the vulnerability of the winter season, wit nature’s est intentions. ou can also buy the Respiratory Rub via Harriet’s website www.westapothecary.com.

As we head back to the farmhouse here at Botelet to warm up and use our foraged nds to create arriet s inter vergreen Respiratory Rub (see recipe below), my mind turns to the year ahead and what I have learnt that can feed through. I’m cautious about setting s eci c new year goals given the uncertainty of the era; yet perhaps the

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Harriet Coleman’s Winter Evergreen Respiratory Rub

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sore throats, coughs and chest infections. ourced from the wild and homegrown hardy herbs of winter, these lant allies can be alchemised into a medicine cabinet staple for every household who wish to embody the ancient art of herbalism to the contemporary interest in conscious living.

ornwall has an abundance of medicinal lants and natural ingredients for remedy ma ing year round, the hedgerows of our local lands during these colder months birth nourishment and natural reventatives with ro erties that rotect us from common ailments such as

INGREDIENTS: 10g of fresh Scots Pine Needles

8 dro s of ucaly tus ssential

1 g of fresh hyme

1 an for simmering water

1 g of fresh age

1 glass bowl for ingredients

1 ml a ower il or alternative e.g. sweet almond, olive or avocado oil)

1 sieve

1 hea ed tables oon of local eeswa or andelilla a for vegans

1 measuring ug

dro s of hyme ssential dro s of ine

1 iece of muslin cloth or a clean tea towel 1 air of scissors

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eedle ssential

il

12 ml glass ar with the lid

il

Method ith scissors, cho cots ine eedles into small ieces and add to a glass bowl, followed by cho ing the hyme and age, this hel s to release their natural oils where most of their ro erties are held.

nce strained, add the ug/bowl bac into the an of hot water, simmer, and add beeswa or vegan wa to the infused oil. nce the beeswa has melted and combined, ta e bowl off the heat and add essential oils.

oil a small an of water, sit the bowl of herbs on to and reduce to a simmer. our in the a ower il and infuse for mins 1 hour.

our into a glass ar. nce set, add a label with ingredients and date. his remedy lasts for u to 2 years.

nce infused, osition muslin cloth over the sieve and lace on to of a glass ug or a clean bowl.

This Winter Evergreen Respiratory Rub can be easily applied to the throat, chest and lung area, simply scoop up a small amount wit your nger and massage gently onto the skin, perfectly safe to use on children, apply 1-2 times a day.

train the oil mi ture through the muslin cloth into the ug/bowl.

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Mediterranean charm meets Cornish style to create a stylish stay for all seasons.

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a large restaurant with a mosaic floor, a editerranean style each lub, and even its own personal yacht, Pinuccia.

Clearly, Tresanton knows how to make the hotel e erience cool , creating a serene yet exciting atmosphere throughout the building. verybody is made to feel welcome, including children and dogs, enca sulating the laid bac vibe of the hotel and con rming the idea that lu ury has no limitations.

cluster of rustic whitewashed houses overlook Tavern Beach in St Mawes, a pretty and bustling shing village. his is the site of Hotel Tresanton, bought in 1998 and restored by Olga Polizzi into a haven of rela ation. eing one of the rst designer hotels , it is thought to have wide influence with its quirky and understated seaside loo . t is even said to have ic started the revival of tourism in Cornwall, which to this day remains a strong trend as sun see ers floc every year to e erience what the ornish coast has to offer. nd otel resanton enca sulates this, offering sun soaked terrace dining, uninterrupted sea views, perfectly serene interior design and a homely, welcoming feel. f the ornish experience can be bought, it’s with a stay at this hotel.

Putting an artistic twist on the luxury hotel experience, each of the 30 rooms has a different ambience, featuring an array of ornish made abstract art and stylish interiors. he hotel also boasts

A B OV E Olga Polizzi

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esigned by lga herself, each room has a carefully orchestrated design and colour scheme, featuring subtle hues of yellows, blues and greens to amplify the dazzling blue of the sea and sky beyond the windows and to maintain a modern and energised style throughout the hotel. eautiful patterns harmonise across plush furniture, with a blend of old and new making for a unique aesthetic which remains both classically lu urious and daringly modern. classically ornish twist runs throughout all of the design, with understated seaside colours and nautical features woven into the d cor. oom o tions include a range of small to e tra large, some with rivate balconies and terraces, and all with beautiful views and lush furnishings. amily suites are also available, creating a perfectly safe environment for children. un beds are set above the views of the small beach below, ideal for family activities such as a day of crabbing or sandcastle building.

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Stepping inside, creativity and authenticity are what stand out. he s ecial natural light of west Cornwall made it a centre for modern and abstract British artists from the 1940s to the 1960s and Hotel Tresanton makes the most of this creative boom, its rooms displaying an array of wonderful abstract ornish artwor . always thin art gives a sense of place,” Olga Polizzi describes, and this is clear as each piece ma es every room feel s ecial. treasure trove of artistic wonders, rooms feature stunning local paintings, drawings and even sculptures, ranging in style and theme, from real fossils to statues of cherubs. escribed

by Olga as eclectic, all of the rooms harbour uni ue trin ets which bring them to life.

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Within the main building of the hotel lies a comfortable sitting room with a log re which burns all winter, with ample space to rela . he hotel also hosts its own rooms for private functions and parties, including use of the outdoor dec ing. he general theme is editerranean meets ngland, ma ing the best of the Cornish sunshine with lavish outdoor seating and south facing designs to ma imise natural light. he restaurant is the heart of the hotel, with the original d cor remaining for 22 years. his art deco room is both traditional and uni ue. mosaic tiled floor holds tables all ositioned towards the elargonium lled terrace and

Creativity and fun are clearly at the heart of Hotel Tresanton and this extends to its activities – during the school holidays, the hotel arranges a children’s club with art and craft activities in the layroom or games on the beach. avern each is perfect for exploring rock pools, paddling and swimming. ituated a short but stee walk up the hill from St Mawes waterfront is also a Georgian chapel, bought and lovingly renovated by Olga Polizzi to host a rogramme of cultural events. n ovember, Hotel Tresanton even holds its own music festival, transforming the hotel into its own little community.

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on one of the many loungers under the blue and white striped parasols or enjoy a drink on the u er terrace.

the dazzling views of St Mawes’ shoreline, and the sun drenches through the large windows. t is not only the views that are a delight, but the food too. oyal chef aul Wadham works with the abundance of local ornish roduce, such as freshly caught sh and organic vegetables, to create sim le yet flavourful dishes. unch may include a crab and dandelion salad, mackerel freshly line caught from the bay, a wild garlic sou , or for dessert homemade ice cream and sorbet. or the added community touch that is so important to Tresanton, they host a renowned Sunday barbeque, served on the main terrace throughout July and ugust. his is a delight for both guests and locals, bringing the village together for a celebration of all things food and summer.

esigned s eci cally to ma e the best of and enhance its natural Cornish surroundings, Hotel Tresanton’s location means outdoor activities are lentiful. he town of St Mawes showcases the quaint and picturesque atmosphere of a proper ornish shing village and is erfect for a relaxed summer stroll or a spot of boat watching. or those feeling more adventurous, passing St Mawes castle leads you on a 2. mile wal to the 1 th century church of t ust in oseland, which ohn et eman called the most beautiful churchyard on earth . regular ferry during the summer months will take you to the other side of the harbour where there are longer walks past the lighthouse, and there are miles and miles of coastal footpaths to hi e.

ffering something uni ue and s ecial is the idea behind all of Tresanton’s features, and this includes their very own yacht, available to take guests on breathtaking tours around almouth ay or u the elford iver from ay to the end of e tember.

Pinuccia is a magni cent metre classic yacht and was built in 1 to race for taly in the uro ean u . o resanton, she is the most beloved boat in St Mawes and this addition to the hotel experience goes above and beyond to wow guests with the wonders ornwall has to offer on the water.

To make things even more special, Olga has recently purchased the garden at the front of the hotel, and this is being adapted to become the hotel’s very own natural haven, allowing guests space to explore and enjoy the Cornish greenery, situated just metres above the beach. tly called the each Club’, it adds an exotic spin on the Cornish holiday e erience. ituated across the road from the hotel, the editerranean ins ired decking area gives guests space to sunbathe

Hotel Tresanton is one of three as part of the oli i ollection, all owned by lga. cross the south of ngland you can nd the otel ndsleigh in avistoc , evon, and he tar in lfriston, ast usse , Olga’s most recent acquisition with her daughter le , which is due to reo en following extensive refurbishment in s ring 2 21. he most stri ing thing about these e uisite hotels is ersonality. lga s ersonal touch and artistic influence shine through, making for a unique and genuine experience that guests will want to return to for years to come. otel resanton, in particular, has the essence of Cornwall infused into every aspect of it, and this is what truly ma es it glow. tresanton.com

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Championing great ingredients and the importance of provenance, Ben Quinn shares three recipes from his new, self-published book Good Value Food with Good Values.

Extracted from Good Value Food with Good Values by Ben Quinn, Jon Mckenzie and Jon Herbert.

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Starter: Shakshuka SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS:

Items 3:

Items 1:

200ml water

3 garlic cloves

1tbsp sugar

1 hot chilli (whole)

1tsp salt 50ml cider vinegar

Items 2: 2tbsp tomato puree

Items 4:

400g chopped tomatoes (tinned ideally)

4 eggs ice bread, to serve

1tsp harissa paste

Method one. Put a ‘lid’ over the pan. Something like a baking sheet will do the job.

se a frying an that will t all the ingredients. eat the an and add the vegetable oil, when it s hot but not smo ing, add Items 1. ry the garlic until golden and the room smells amazing.

Poach/steam the eggs until the white is cooked but the yol is still soft. inally, ut the an in the middle of the table with torn u bread, and let everyone get into it!

e t, add Items 2. ry out/boil the mi ture. f it catches here and there that is good, ust scra e it off with a wooden s oon. t s those gnarly bits that ma e real flavour.

Tips

Add Items 3 and reduce to a calm simmer. Taste.

Adjust seasoning to taste.

ou can nis t e aks uka wit ta ini, c illi or roughly chopped herbs.

Next make four wells in the sauce with the spoon and crack the eggs one at a time into each

A great alternative to eggs – some crumbled feta!

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Main: Smoked Chicken SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS: Items 1:

Item 3:

1 whole chicken (t e est uality you can a ord, from someone you know and like)

3kg good charcoal Items 4:

Items 2:

150ml cider vinegar

100g table salt

g soft brown sugar

50g caster sugar

Method ee chec ing every minutes or so. fter an hour and a half, check the legs. Try and twist the drumstick bone. If it comes out, it’s done! If it resists, let it be.

Get the chicken out of the fridge and season liberally with Items 2. Let the ‘brine’ do its job. At least an hour at room temperature or overnight in a fridge if you are an organised person! I’m not!

Mix Items 4 and pour into a resting tray.

Get the chicken out of the fridge an hour before you start cooking. This gives you a chance to set u your charcoal barbe ue in an offset position , or let your oven warm to 180 °C.

Once the bird feels good, remove it and rest it in a warm place for at least 20 minutes in the resting tray. Feel free to baste it every now and then.

Once the oven is hot or the coals are white hot, add the chicken. In the barbeque, this will need to be on the side with no direct heat. The indirect heat will cook the chic en with the flavour or smo e from the charcoal or, if you want, from wood chips or a small hard wood log that you can add to the other side.

Carve up the bird and make sure you pour the resting juices over it.

Tips at does o set’ mean Fire on one side, food on t e ot er imple as t at atc t e smoke. lue is good, ut pu y w ite stu is ad. If you get loads of t is, take a peek. our c icken is pro a ly rendering too ard and splas ing juices and fat on t e coals, causing a are up. ou can remedy t is y sacri cing some eer on t e spot w ere t e smoke is coming from, water does t e same just a uick splas and return t e lid uickly.

Put the lid on the barbeque and leave it well alone! Or simply put it in the middle of the oven and do the same. This is when you should open a beer or bottle of wine. fter minutes of coo ing, have a uic loo .

All should be good but don’t expect a massive change of colour. Cover the barbeque quickly and go again.

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Dessert: Canteen Buns MAKES 12 BUNS INGREDIENTS: Items 1: g strong bread flour 25g fresh yeast or 12g dried g caster sugar

Items 2: 2

Items 3:

ml whole fat mil

g butter keep the paper to grease with)

g soft brown sugar g caster sugar 2 g ground cinnamon

Method ut the roll into cm slices with a serrated nife so it doesn t s uash the dough down.

Mix Items 1 in a bowl that easily ts them. arm Items 2 until the butter has melted and the mil is ust above hand tem erature.

lace the cut ieces into a shallow, greased roasting tin so they have a little s ace between them, cover with the dam tea towel and let them rove again until doubled in si e. hile they are roving, heat the oven to 1 .

lowly add Items 2 to Items 1, stirring with a wooden s oon. nead until the mi ture comes away from the bowl clean. rove, covered with a dam tea towel, in a warm s ot, until doubled in si e.

hen the buns have doubled in si e, ba e for 1 minutes or until golden brown. nce they have cooled, you can remove them to a cooling rac or ust serve them straight away

lit the dough into two and roll out on a well floured surface until it is the si e of an iece of a er, or roughly cm by 1 cm.

Mix Items 3 and liberally s rin le over the rolled dough.

Optional Coat the buns with your favourite topping.

We make caramel sometimes or just warm up some NutellaÂŽ. Once we tried peanut butter, but it was disgusting!

oll u the dough li e a sausage from the short end, this will ma e the swirl everyone goes mad for.

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alcoholic s irit brand, entire with this in mind: “We believe in adventure, exploration and independence, and to live life to the fullest means being ready, come dawn or dusk, for the activities that excite, challenge and ful l you. rin ing shouldn’t hold you back from the adventures of tomorrow.

f this year has taught us anything, it has been the need to loo after our health.

The old adage of ‘prevention is better than cure’ should be a motto we all adopt in our day to day living and what we put into our bodies is crucial in so many ways. he bene t of eating healthily is heavily promoted across all platforms with meatfree and plant-based diets becoming de rigeur in 2 2 . long with taking a considered approach to what we eat, there is also no doubt that there has been a mindful shift in drinking culture across the country.

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ombining his revious work in the drinks industry with a love of coastal living and an active lifestyle, listair launched entire in ay 2019: “I wanted to bottle the coastal e erience.

Something which could be enjoyed in a bar, pub, or restaurant, as well as at home or somewhere wild and remote. he result was listair s self titled drin for tomorrow, drift an elevated, sophisticated non-alcoholic spirit made by distilling unique plants native to the ornish coastline.

Motivated by health, we are consciously moving away from using alcohol to lubricate with a movement towards clear heads and consciences. ormer surf instructor at ol eath each, listair rost set u the ornish non

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drift contains a blend of roc sam hire, sage, citrus, ornish sea salt and a number of lants foraged from entire, the headland at ol eath in north ornwall. hese ey botanicals thrive here due to a combination of favourable climate, soil pH, and air moisture and through research and experimentation with local botanists, distillers and brewers listair has been able to ca ture these flavours through careful distillation. he range of botanicals used in the distillation rocess contain a lot of nutritional ualities. listair e lains ur s irits are not about cutting alcohol out of your life they re about trying something new and making healthier lifestyle choices. entire eaward is the second s irit to emerge from the entire stills. ust bottles of this limited edition drink have been produced and akin to the makeup of a lu ury erfume, listair e lains that it has notes of pink grapefruit followed by herbal notes of sea rosemary, along with woodruff, sea buc thorm and wild seaweed. he gra efruit in articular is rich in vitamin ,

an ingredient vital to help immune systems stay strong and healthy: “We are so excited to release this new flavour which we have been develo ing over the last few months. e have only produced a limited number of bottles, so once they re gone, they re gone. t started out as an idea, an experiment, and something we discovered to be sim ly delicious. t s bright, esty and verdant, and airs wonderfully with a light tonic. or a more so histicated and refreshing drin , our erfect serve is entire Seaward with soda and a pink grapefruit slice to garnish.

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roducing a remium roduct in an emerging sector, listair was unsure as to how the lockdown earlier in the year would impact on sales but was encouraged by the gures ur sales are really encouraging and show that more people are looking to make healthier lifestyle choices. feel the last si months has solidi ed the no and low sector, as consumers have been trying alternatives to alcoholic drinks during lockdown, which has made them more aware of our industry.

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to try something new. entire rovides a sophisticated and delicious drink to make this eriod a more en oyable e erience. articularly as drift and eaward are free from added sugar, arti cial colours and arti cial flavourings.

It is great reading stories from our customers about new outdoor challenges they are setting themselves, or how they are cutting down on alcohol to channel their time and energy into e ercise and becoming more healthy. his is sweet music to the ears of a company that is all about coastal adventure, a passion for the outdoors and a knowledge that there are far more adventurous and exciting things out there than alcohol.

ince its launch, listair has wor ed with some of ornwall s best bartenders, high end retailers, and Michelin-starred restaurants and you ll now nd entire in a number of South West and national independent restaurants and retailers. here are ambitious ideas afoot for entire s future growth, including plans to expand every element of the business – growing the team, product range, working with new customers both nationally and internationally and driving the non alcoholic sector as a whole.

s we emerge into 2 21, listair recognises that the new year will be a time when so many reflect on their health and how this year can be a little more active than the last: “Living near the ocean here in ornwall, we are so luc y to be able to lead such dynamic lifestyles – and hope our non-alcoholic spirit inspires and encourages eo le on their own adventures. ry anuary doesn t have to be about cutting alcohol out of your life, but an opportunity

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Accidental TREASURES WORDS BY LUCY CORNES

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rugged shorelines of northern Scotland, Amelia’s global coastal adventures eventually brought her to settle in Cornwall, where she now combines her love of coastal living with running a blossoming creative enter rise.

Amelia has always had a dee a nity with the ocean, something which manifests itself in every art of her life. rom teaching marine conservation and tagging turtles in the aribbean, to windsur ng around uro e and e loring the wild and

hat enter rise is emaya ollections. emaya comes from the name of a West African water s irit, who became the symbolic rotector of all living oceans and rivers according to cultures as geogra hically distant as Nigeria, Cuba and ra il. ounded ust 1 months ago, emaya ollections has gone from being a tiny o eration to one which o s u in ohn ewis stores and features in restigious international gift guides.

o go from marine biologist to jewellery designer might seem an unusual career trajectory, but for Amelia Frances it has been an orchestrated and ful lling rogression.

The Falmouth-based conservationist has found a creative outlet for her love of the sea, and a novel way of s reading the message about the urgent need for a global ocean clean u .

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Amelia saw a marked increase in sales and interest during 2 2 . he uts the remar able growth of her fledgling business down to a yearning for the coast during that di cult time. “I received a lot of comments during lockdown about how my wor reminded eo le of s ecial laces by the coast, laces they wished they could visit, e lains melia. ots of us have memories of nding sea glass on beaches it s those sim le, nostalgic leasures that we all crave during troubled times.

On the back of this success, Amelia has now turned her attention to a more ressing as ect of coastal litter and one which is having a devastating im act on marine life that of ghost shing nets. host nets are shing nets that have been abandoned in the ocean and then wash u along the coastline or sin to the ocean floor, e lains melia. hese discarded nets, lines and other shing industry it becomes nown as ghost gear because of its ability to continue illing wildlife long after the boats have left it behind. very year tens of thousands of seals and whales, dol hins and or oises are illed by lost shing gear, along with sea birds, turtles and shar s.

es ite the distractions of running a successful business, melia can often be s otted scouring the seashore around her home on the south ornish coast. he is searching for sea glass, small fragments of tumbled glass which wash u on our beaches, ust as it does all around the world. melia uses these accidental treasures in her jewellery range, designing rings, bracelets and nec laces which are ins ired by the ocean and literally sha ed by it.

t s a global roblem from which ornwall is not immune. ne organisation which is leading the way in cleaning our coastline of discarded nets and other lastics is lean cean ailing.

Based in Gweek and run by Steve Green and oni a ertlov , the o eration centres around a 112 year old sailing boat called Annette, which they use to actively clean along Cornish and Isles of Scilly coastlines, including some of the most hard to reach beaches and bays. ome of the general marine lastic collected by lean cean ailing goes to com anies li e muggi age 1 , which manufactures it into durable lastic trays that are sold to

Sea glass is a result of marine littering; it starts life as glass bottles or ars which end u in the ocean, only to be bro en u , tossed and tumbled, smoothed and frosted – gradually becoming something which is ironically very beautiful. fter seven to ten years of being sha ed by the ocean, the ewel li e sea glass is in its o timum state and is collected from beaches all over the world, including in Cornwall where Amelia searches the shorelines. o ee u with demand she also uses cultured glass, which has been arti cially ut through the same rocess.

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we can for future generations. hese efforts to re ur ose sea glass, and to collect, clean and reuse ghost shing nets may only be a dro in the ocean when it comes to freeing our coasts of the scourge of litter. owever, melia ho es to highlight the light of the marine environment in a creative way, and that by ma ing beautiful, wearable ieces of ewellery emaya will s ar conversations and get eo le actively involved in the clean u . f my ewellery ins ires eo le to hel with beach cleans – casual or organised – to su ort charities li e lean cean ailing, and to think more carefully about their own use of lastics, says melia, will have achieved my goal of having a ositive im act on the state of our oceans.

a variety of end users all over the world.

Meanwhile Amelia takes as much of the recovered shing net as she can handle, cleans it using ocean friendly roducts, and transforms it into her new range of Ghost et racelets.

Each of these unique bracelets, which come in a variety of colours and si es, is accom anied by a card e laining the rocess and a little ma of ornwall identifying where the s eci c net was recovered from. 2 from each bracelet is donated bac to lean cean ailing to hel fund their vital wor . t s a cause which is close to melias heart. s she says n my wor and travels all around the world, I’ve witnessed the sad im act of marine littering. t s a huge roblem which at times can seem overwhelming, but it s our collective res onsibility to do what

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also the last time people met in public until the following uly. will always remember it, for that reason, but also for the quality of artwor on show. ue s talent, saw that night, is in her uncensored expression of a very di cult sub ect di cult for ue, as a mother, to share, and di cult for the rest of us too, to fearlessly and directly engage with. hat rst collection was com rised of abstract aintings, collages and short lms from her inning on orthmeor series, created during a year of study at the t ves chool of ainting and ins ired by interactions between herself and om, who is unable to communicate verbally, using a handmade s inner toy. he s inner idea started with a length of string that used to twirl on my nger when om was young, ue e lains. ater we u graded from ngers to encils and started to get fancy with the string. e and [my husband] Rob are very good now at nding little weighted ob ects that s in round erfectly. om is never going to s ea , he is never going to say mum, and don t even now if he understands am his mum, so the s inner is a really signi cant thing, a s ecial bond between us.

n the future, art made during 2020 will be of s ecial signi cance. he social history of an extraordinary year has been documented by artists everywhere, resulting in a unique record of our shared e erience. uch is the im ortance of ne art. rtist ue att s e erience, documented in a collection of revealing, sometimes challenging paintings made throughout last year, is both highly ersonal and common to many others. he wor re resents her e erience as a mother and carer for her severely disabled son om, and e lores the loneliness and isolation she e erienced in loc down, as well as the impact of the suspension of relief care for om, of cancelled o erations, of a lac of respite, and conversely, the new and much valued indness of strangers. ust days before loc down in arch 2 2 , ue s rst solo e hibition o ened at enwith allery in t ves. attended the o ening event myself and it was a strange moment, an evening when some were still hugging, still sce tical of the threat, and others, li e me, were learning to elbow bump with a mix of embarrassment and growing concern. t was

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ever nown me in that role. wanted the ids to see me as a working mum, to see the result of all that time spent painting, all that hard work in the studio.”

Having been encouraged by her tutors to share ideas inspired by her own life, Sue started to make work about the spinners, and about caring for Tom. She began with the construction of a representative spinner, which she lmed on t ves orthmeor beach, “and to me that was the real beginning of myself as an artist,” says Sue. These and subsequent works are framed against a bac dro of time out in t ves, which she visits regularly for short periods of recuperation from a very demanding home life in ardiff. er rst e hibition was im ortant, she says, not ust as an e ression of her relationship with Tom, but for her relationship with her other children. “When om was born, had to sto wor ing and care for him full time, so my children have only

s ue s wor has develo ed over the ast year, her e erience of raising a child with com le disabilities has blurred on canvas with the grief of the pandemic, resulting in an emotional visual diary of 2020. “My work is typically abstract, but in lockdown it became more gurative, and not ust about om it began to have a more communal feel. Tom is always going to inform my paintings, but there was a de nite change in my wor , as well as our life. We normally get ten hours of support care for Tom each week, but in lockdown that all stopped, and we had to care

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n loc down ut all of my family into that brace and took photos of them. My aim was to show solidarity and empathy for Tom, and to show how strong his family are as a support group, but in reality everyone who wore the brace just looked vulnerable.

The brace is in some of my paintings, but we aren t sure now about om having the surgery,” she says thoughtfully. “The ‘great ause has made us see things differently, she adds, echoing a sentiment so many of us seem to feel now. ou ll also see in the collection that ainted a lot of disembodied heads that comes from my daily loc down walk with Tom in his wheelchair. We rarely saw anyone outside, but we walked past a lot of eo le stuc inside, and after twelve wee s of that was waving at a lot of floating heads at windows, eo le we don t even now, who waved back. Everyone was so friendly, and they responded to Tom so much more than before. thin eo le changed during the pandemic, and artwork made in that time will be so interesting to see. t will show what others thought, and what was important to them, and how they were uni uely affected, and as an artist, and a mother, it s im ortant to me to be part of that.”

for him by ourselves. ob and were doing four hours on and four hours off each, and our ids really ste ed u , but it was still di cult. t felt so im ortant to aint whenever could, it was the only light for me, an escape from all the di culties, even though was ainting about them.”

Striking a balance between abstraction and styli ed guration, ue e resses her thoughts on canvas with frankness and tangible emotion. he influence of her art training in t ves, and her articular admiration for the wor of eter anyon are evident in the emotive forms and colour of her aintings. love the way anyon uts down aint, ue tells me. often stand in front of the painting ‘ t ust at ate t ves and wonder how he could ever paint like that. t s as if he ainted with com lete abandon, though now it must have been much more thought-out than that, but there is so much emotion in the way he paints. When am wor ing, if am cross, or even angry, try to do the same. i e many of us, ue found her fears and emotions heightened during the pandemic, and that energy fuelled her work as the year progressed. hese were easy aintings to ma e. new e actly what wanted to say. here was so much worry, and a seemingly blank future ahead. t was a dar time. om was due to have spine surgery, but all operations were cancelled. Without it, Tom will have to wear a bac brace all his life, and it s cumbersome.

Sue’s work will be on show throughout January at the Barbican Arts Group Trust, London. barbicanartsgrouptrust.co.uk suewatt1.co.uk

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The Cornish entrepreneurial spirit continues to earn its place at the top of the international podium.

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ro a s eci cally, their recent success at the International Property Awards.

f we’ve learned one thing since launching DRIFT, it is that Cornwall is home to some of the world’s most inspiring and innovative brands and businesses.

In a way it always has been, with stories of invention and world-leading industry de ning centuries of Cornish history. But as we’ve published each volume of DRIFT, it’s become clear that ‘history’ is perhaps the wrong word. We have been fortunate enough to speak to some of the UK’s nest brands and creative individuals (based in Cornwall), whose work in diverse elds and industries continues to be recognised around the world, in some cases winning prestigious international awards. As a case in point, we need only look to the success of Cornish property agents, Rohrs and Rowe, and that of the interior design experts at

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For regular readers, these two impressive ornish rms may well be familiar. ohrs and Rowe have graced the property pages of DRIFT since its launch, and we’ve featured Iroka time and time again for their blend of luxury, simplicity and comfort that so well suits the ultimate seaside lifestyle.

Firstly I speak with Martyn Rohrs and Matthew Rowe, whose drive to do things differently has, it s fair to say, set them apart in the world of Cornish real estate. At this year’s awards, they were awarded ‘Best Estate Agency in Cornwall’, which is impressive by any measure. Perhaps more impressive, as Martyn explains, is that “this is our third time of winning.”

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“We are especially proud to have been acknowledged for our team’s hard work this year,” continues Matthew, “in what has been one of the most trying times in recent history.

To have been consistently recognised for our efforts is very rewarding and drives us on to continue to innovate, so that we are always fresh and ahead of the curve.”

Interested to learn more, I ask what, in their opinion, has set them apart from other agencies. “Our marketing has set a whole new bench mark in terms of quality and ingenuity for the property market,” Martyn explains.

“Buyers and sellers love the photography with wonderful drone images and exceptional interiors that really provide the essence of our wonderful properties.” That’s a key point; photography, these days, has never been more important, as more and more of us ‘buy with our eyes’. Of course there is more to selling a property than visual appeal, but as most of us will agree, rst im ressions are aramount, perhaps never more so than when searching for a new home. Also important, is Martyn’s mention of “exceptional interiors”…

Since its inception in 2005, Iroka Interiors has gained a national reputation as ‘the South West’s Interior Designer’, yet there are strangely few who know everything that the team has to offer. ach of ro a s designs is organic and tailored to give each client a unique and personalised experience. Their list of services can be applied to a multitude of different ro ects too, whether you re nishing a new build from top to bottom, completely redesigning your home, or simply giving a single room a makeover. It could be your ‘forever’ home, or a holiday home by the sea; having designed and furnished some of the most exciting properties in the south west since 2005, Iroka has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience in helping clients to achieve their dream homes, gain a ve star nish on their holiday lets, and renovate properties for re sale. o it s no sur rise that the team, led by Managing Director, Luke Weller, have oined ohrs and owe as winners at the International Property Awards.

A B OV E One of Cornwall’s most desirable locales

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Alongside partners Parc Owles Design and evelo ment, ro a won est esidential nterior rivate esidence recognition for their incredible work at a property located in St Ives, one of Cornwall’s most highly sought after towns. et over four storeys with vast o en living spaces, the property features extensive landsca ed gardens and ultra contem orary high end interiors interiors which, cou led with the locale, would ultimately clinch this year’s award.

As Cornwall continues to receive growing recognition on the international stage, particularly in the world of property and interior design, I’m interested to hear from Megan Sandall, one of Iroka’s Senior Interior Designers, about whether we can expect this trend to continue. “Properties in Cornwall are currently selling faster than ever,” she says. “Many of these luxury homes take pride of place in enviable locations with sea views, so they tick many boxes for buyers in the second home market.” Add to that the effects of a global andemic, which egan says “has changed people’s perception of the home with many valuing time spent outdoors in the natural environment”, and the result is an increased drive in property sales throughout Cornwall.

Matthew and Martyn agree, but take it a step further, suggesting that Cornwall has, and perhaps always will be fertile ground for those with an entrepreneurial spirit. “Cornwall has always attracted people who don’t want to be ust the norm, maybe ust a little alternative, says atthew. eferring to historic inventions that originate in Cornwall, from the steam engines of the mining era, to renewable energy technologies, he concludes that “innovation is in our DNA, and very much a Cornish way of thinking.”

As we look to the future then, it’s a fair assumption that Cornwall will continue to stand at the forefront of worldwide innovation. In this volume of alone we have ins iring tales from some incredible independent brands and businesses at the forefront of sustainable roduction stood with the vanguard in the ght for a brighter, greener future. dd to that the fact that ohrs and owe and ro a have each secured prestigious awards in their own res ective elds, and it s fair to say that the ornish s irit and its drive to set global standards across myriad elds and industries has never been more potent.

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fter years of wor ing on construction sites, car enter harlie a ewell found that whilst the rest of the world seemed to come to a standstill during loc down, he could use this rare down time to his advantage and nally s end some recious hours on his true assion, art. ith the sites closed and construction wor scarce, harlie set u his studio and rolled u his sleeves. ver the course of the ne t few months, he built his art business from the ground u , ainting, drawing and roducing rints, whilst also learning about the fundamentals of running a successful business, from mar eting to accounts.

hilst this second loc down may be a little less strict and he can go bac to the building site, harlie is still nding time to draw, aint and wor on his art business. e wanted to ic his brains about these two contrasting careers and the future of his creativity.

What came first, constructing or creating? reating came rst, but with an element of construction too was never really into com uter games, and growing u in a small village with not much going on needed to nd ways of entertaining myself. got into ma ing things from an early age. sing my father s old cabinet of tools created little shing rods, bows and arrows, s ateboards, ram s and hand lanes.

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What’s your preferred method?

I haven’t quite had the chance to really experiment with all mediums, but pencil and watercolour have become my current materials. They both require little space and are instant to set up and pack down without mess, which is ideal for life on the move. Pencil has been my most used and loved medium at home, I love the simplicity and ability to create incredible detail and the range of results are amazing. Watercolour has allowed me to add life to my drawings, delicately and patiently. It’s a slow process, but one I enjoy taking my time with. The results are worth it.

Why do you work as both a carpenter and an artist?

Using these tools and understanding how they worked helped me to develop a creative nature.

When and where did you learn how to ra ?

My parents always encouraged me and my siblings to be creative as a way to pass time. On weekends my father would set u still lifes for us to draw or would flic through magazines and copy and colour in pictures. Doodling in classes and pursuing art in secondary school furthered my understanding and subsequently my love for it. My grandma also played a huge role in my learning, taking me to numerous galleries, exhibitions and museums, and although it was daunting it helped me to understand what was, and is, ossible.

I recently rekindled my passion for art, and I don’t want to fall out of love with it by making it my only source of income, as this could make it feel stressful and take the joy out of it. I enjoy working on site and carpentry is good money, so nding a balance between both art and construction was perfect. I feel this balance is essential and as long as I can do each without either one taking away from the other I will pursue both. o o ou fin the time to o oth? s it tricky to switch between construction and fine art? onestly, actually don t nd time nd it incredibly di cult to uggle both car entry and art, as well as pursuing other hobbies such as sur ng and s ear shing, lus

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hanging out with friends and spending time with my girlfriend. Construction is physically and mentally exhausting at times and coming home and nding the motivation to create works of art, which requires a lot of focus, is draining.

Not to mention the state of my hands when I get back; glues, resins and dirt, which try hel lessly not to get on my drawings But because of the contrasting nature of the two things nd it easy to switch off from the other when wor ing on either.

How did you utilise your time during lockdown to launch your art career?

Pre-lockdown I only produced about one drawing or painting every three-to-six months, each being a simple sketch and taking only a few hours. It was purely a hobby and one that I only did when I felt like it. When lockdown struck in March I found myself with more time on my hands than ever. What better time to learn, practice and pursue an ongoing relationship with art?

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I set up my little studio and dedicated eight hours a day to it – laying out my materials I found inspiration and away I went.

exciting, but it is also very daunting at times, not wanting to ruin a piece that you’re so close to completing is scary!

As well as producing works on a daily basis, I also dedicated a few hours to an online art course to further my understanding of the fundamentals of art. I started on the business side of Charlie Bakewell Art too; creating a brand, an online presence, business cards and a website, plus educating myself on how art is sold, seen, printed, packaged and dispatched. The lockdown months were the best opportunity I could ever have hoped for and I made the most of every second of it.

oc down was de nitely a tough time for a lot of eo le, nancially and mentally, but one thing we noticed was how many eo le used the furloughed months to nally pursue something that they’d previously never had the time to commit to. Books were written, websites were launched, jewellery was created, clothes were stitched. Small businesses popped up all over the place and our community was incredibly supportive of one another.

What’s your favourite thing and the worst part of creating art?

If you’d like to purchase one of Charlie’s prints or chat to him about a commission you can reach him via email, website or Instagram.

The best and worst part of creating art is that there is no nish line. am always learning which is fantastic, because it keeps me busy and motivated. Finding new processes, new materials and new ways of application is

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HARBOUR’S EDGE

One of the most iconic houses in Mousehole.

Mousehole is perhaps one of England’s loveliest villages, and outh liff sits at its heart. Originally the local custom house, it has been carefully renovated in recent years, now offering a stylish three bedroom home with some of the best views in the village. he bedrooms include a self contained suite on the lower ground floor, and a fabulous master suite on the rst with the most ama ing ocean views. n the ground floor, the living space feels welcoming and cosy, with an interior nish that com lements the location wonderfully. The kitchen, for instance, with its bespoke painted wall and base units, modern appliances and gorgeous stone worktops, has a decidedly timeless a eal, and offers am le s ace for anybody hoping to capitalise on the area’s abundance of locally reared, grown and caught produce.

Outside, a small paved private terrace sits directly on top of the harbour wall, with space for a bench, a small table and chairs. Looking across Mount’s Bay, it’s the perfect spot to while away a sunny afternoon, ca turing the essence of the unique and increasingly hard to come by a eal of this charming waterside home.

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ocated on one of Cornwall’s most desirable private roads, yet hidden from view on the banks of Port Navas creek behind its own private pontoon, this charming detached home is a true hideaway.

Budock Vean Lane is one of the area’s most exclusive residential addresses – usefully sandwiched between the wooded creek and the Budock Vean Hotel, resort, spa and golf course ma ing this a rare offering indeed on Cornwall’s open market.

This part of Cornwall is blessed with one of the UK’s mildest climates, and Helford House capitalises on this; it’s approached via a steep path from a private parking area, through trees that eventually open out to reveal the property. In fact, it’s only as you descend and are almost at the front door that you can truly a reciate what s on offer here.

It doesn’t take long to realise that this home has been designed to make the most of its incredible setting. Outside, a raised wooden deck – accessed from the sitting room – is a great place to dine when the weather’s good, and when you want to get closer to the water, there’s a riverside patio in the lower garden, which also leads onto the pontoon – a rarity in itself.

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Inside, a large sitting/dining room with wooden floors is a great s ace for entertaining, its double doors opening out onto the decking. There’s also a woodburner, perfect for keeping cosy during the cooler months.

The three bedrooms are found upstairs, including a spacious master bedroom with gorgeous creek views. Add to this a bunk room, perfect for children, and a second double room with a built in ensuite shower, and there’s ample room for everybody to spread out during your Cornish family break.

Whether you intend to spend your days messing about on the water, or basking in the sun on the patio with the promise of an early evening barbeque, very few properties in this area nd their way to the o en mar et – even fewer quite as close to the water.

This makes Helford House an unbelievable opportunity for anybody searching for their dream waterside retreat.

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With views over the town and the Camel Estuary beyond, this is one of t e nest omes in adstow.

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his detached, stone-built and incredibly handsome home commands a fabulous setting at the top of Fentonluna Lane, with gorgeous views across the roofto s of Padstow’s old town and the sparkling estuary beyond. A landmark home in the area and Grade II listed, it comes presented in superb condition thanks to an extensive refurbishment by the current owners. t offers a stylish balance of original character and modern touches, the result of which is an incredible one-of-a-kind home.

The accommodation comprises seven bedrooms across the rst and second floor, four of which have en-suites. There is also a large games room on the second floor, and a sauna room, erfect for the ultimate at-home relaxation.

Downstairs, as well as a separate dining room, sitting room and further reception room, the living space includes a large living room and a modern kitchen, with tongue and groove cabinetry and natural stone worktops. This sense of quality extends to the rest of the interiors, which delicately balance contem orary nishes with more traditional wood and stone flooring, bringing indoors that timeless stately appeal that de nes the home from the outside.

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A traditional stone-built Georgian farmhouse with two beautifully converted barns, close to the Camel Estuary.

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ith two fully converted barns currently used as successful holiday lets, Ballaminers House ma es a su erb rst im ression before you even cross the threshold. The primary residence is an attractive and traditional stone-built farmhouse, and while the inside has been modernised, it’s been done sympathetically so that from the outside in, it retains many of the original features that give homes of this period their character. he accommodation in the main house offers a growing family ample room to move. Upstairs you ll nd four bedrooms and two bathrooms, while downstairs, the original kitchen with oil red ga is a bright, warm room, south facing and spacious enough for a large dining table. ff of this is a tted itchen and gla ed door, opening out into a walled courtyard, and down the hall you ll nd a se arate dining room that’s perfect for entertaining. There is also a generous sitting room with exposed beams and a gorgeous wor ing re lace, lus a private study, which is ideal for anybody choosing to work from home.

The property itself is accessed from a lane, through a ve bar gate and into a yard with space for several cars. It sits within attractive terraced gardens with shrubs and apple trees, and a south-facing courtyard provides the perfect space for entertaining. There’s also a useful outbuilding, which would serve well as a storage space, as well as two recently renovated, two-bedroom barn conversions.

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Entered via a stable door which opens directly into the open-plan living room and kitchen, a woodburner adds to the cosy appeal of the space here, while French doors lead out into its own rivate courtyard. retty twin bedroom also has its own door onto a private patio, as does the larger double bedroom, which faces west with beautiful countryside views. ooden floors run throughout, with the exception of the bathroom, where you’ll nd attractive tiles, as well as a roll to bath and modern cascade shower. cross the yard is airy ottage, also featuring a stable door and an open-plan itchen, sitting and dining room. osy and bright, with wooden floors and custom made windows and patio doors, the accommodation here is split across a twin bedroom, which has access to a modern shower room, and a double bedroom with its own en-suite bathroom.

Onto the area and the picturesque village of Little Petherick is nestled in the wooded valley of ittle etheric ree , a tributary of the river amel. he aints ay an historic pilgrim route from Padstow to owey asses through the village, and even today is a popular walk for those who like to lace up their boots. Home to a wealth of celebrity owned restaurants, championship golf courses and some of the nest sailing waters in the UK, Ballaminers House is in prime position to make the most of everything the region has to offer.

BALLAMINERS HOUSE Guide price: ÂŁ1.2M SAVILLS CORNWALL 73 Lemon Street, Truro TR1 2PN 01872 243200 truro@savills.com

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A beautiful four-bedroom Georgian farmhouse in a stunning coastal position, set in around 1.5 acres of grounds.

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engarrock Farm includes a selection of beautiful stone barns, providing a useful additional stream of income via three attractive holiday cottages. The setting is tucked away with no near neighbours, just a short walk from the coast and the charming hamlet of Porthallow. It’s approached via some of the most picturesque countryside you’re likely to nd on the entire i ard eninsula, the nal mile or so setting the tone for a wonderful sense of private seclusion.

Step inside the main house and what you’ll nd is a traditional, double fronted, south facing house set out in typical Georgian fashion. An entrance porch opens into a welcoming hallway, flan ed on one side by a generous dining room, on the other by an e ually s acious sitting room, which flows seamlessly into the living room and the garden room beyond.

To the rear of the house is the kitchen. oteworthy for its flagstone floors and glass cu ola which floods the room with light. he space here has been beautifully extended with an adjoining garden room, which in turn opens out into the garden. Seamlessly flowing from the itchen is the brea fast room, making for a relaxed, sociable layout – a wonderful space for entertaining guests.

To the eastern side of the house is a large extension. Currently used as a music room and studio, it has also seen use as a

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self contained anne e, and so lends itself to a variety of different uses. stairs there are three good si ed bedrooms, plus a smaller bedroom/dressing room and family bathroom. The rooms here centre around a spacious landing which, for anybody working from home, would make an ideal o en o ce. dd all of this to the potential annexe downstairs, not to mention the property’s selection of converted stone barns, and the accommodation here becomes incredibly fle ible.

Named Rainbow Cottage, Rainbow End and Cove View, Pengarrock’s courtyard of holiday cottages centres around a large attractive barn/garage – perfect for anybody with an interest in classic cars. Rainbow Cottage and Rainbow End lie on the south side, with Cove iew to the north, offering delightful views towards the sea. A further single storey barn is yet to be converted, however it does offer great otential for a number of different uses, subject to the appropriate permissions. ocated on the i ard eninsula, with its uni ue flora and fauna, history and geology, delightful country pubs, sweeping coastal wal s and distinctly laid bac way of life at a time when space has never been a higher priority for buyers, Pengarrock Farm represents an increasingly rare opportunity for anybody who plans to make 2021 the year to move to Cornwall.

PENGARROCK FARM Guide price: £1.75M ROHRS & ROWE 01872 306360 info@rohrsandrowe.co.uk

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REGENCY restoration

A large Regency house in the country, in approximately six acres of beautiful wooded grounds.

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ucked away in almost six acres of wooded gardens is this fabulous restoration of a ne ornish home, ust a few miles inland from the north coast. here are ve bedrooms in total, including a fabulous master suite and guest bedroom. ownstairs, the living s aces are ty ical of the home s eriod, featuring a large itchen and se arate dining room, as well as a study, drawing room and even a library, com lete with beech shelving and a matching sliding ladder. warded a erti cate of cellence by the ederation of aster uilders, the restoration of this home has been nothing short of meticulous. ut it s not ust the interior that sets it a art outside, as well as a mature tree lined driveway, integral garage and enclosed courtyard with a summerhouse and otting and storage sheds, the grounds include a gorgeous a anese garden, lus a se arate four acre addoc . ffering a true sense of freedom on the outside lus a comfortable blend of contem orary lu ury and eriod charm as you cross the threshold, osehill in the ern is a home uite unli e anything else on the current ornish mar et.

ROSEHILL-IN-THE-FERN Guide price: ÂŁ1.25M PHILIP MARTIN 01872 242244 sales@philip-martin.co.uk

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REFLECTION e take a look ack at some of t e fa ulous Cornis omes sold last year y Jonat an Cunli e.

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espite unprecedented tumult, 2020 nevertheless saw potent interest from around the UK in what Cornwall has to offer. s evidence of this, we e lore three of the wonderful homes sold last year by ornish ro erty agent, onathan unliffe. he rst is armino ouse, a si bedroom country home in almouth. ne of the town s nest houses, ust 2 metres from the beach, it occu ies an e ce tionally rivate setting amidst glorious gardens and grounds of more than 1.2 acres. ictorian in character, but sympathetically updated to cater to the modern lifestyle, armino ouse a eals to a growing need here in the UK for a better, more s acious lifestyle at home. he same can be said for he ld icarage in Gwennap, an elegant Georgian vicarage with beautiful rivate gardens and a detached, one bedroom garden studio. utside, a stunning swimming ool with avilion is ust the s ot for summer rela ation, away from the madding crowd, and inside, gorgeous contemporary interiors – including a fabulous kitchen/

brea fast room with ga and a wine store ma e time s ent at home a genuine leasure.

Blending distinct Georgian character with sym athetic contem orary interiors, he ld icarage really is a wonderful home. inally we head to the coast, s eci cally ort avas a tributary of the elford river.

Perched literally on the banks of the creek, The Garage is described as a ‘waterside master iece , with ve bedrooms and a se arate two bedroom a artment. acious living areas and beautiful interiors de ne the accommodation here. learly, it continues the trend of homes that have room to move , but what really sets he arage a art is ust how close it is to the water. erfect for those dreaming of days spent messing about on the river, it even has its own uayside boat store. ach uni ue and offering something different to a spectrum of discerning buyers, these homes epitomise the lifestyle that the last year has left so many of us dreaming of. jonat ancunli e.co.uk

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ith breathtaking panoramic Atlantic ocean views, a modern tted itchen with ilestone quartz work surfaces, frameless glass balconies overlooking Fistral beach and two sumptuous bedrooms, Apartment 4 at Fistral Blue is a rare opportunity for anybody hoping to secure their own lock up and leave seaside retreat. tylish and so histicated interiors have been brought to life with help from the designers at o s and amellias, whilst floor to ceiling windows flood the o en lan living s aces with light. These lead out onto a private balcony, which is the perfect spot for summer sundowners. n the winter, underfloor heating rovides an effortless feeling of warmth, as do plush carpets in the bedrooms and heated towel rails in the bathroom. Add to this a suite of eff a liances in the itchen and this apartment is at once contemporary and supremely comfortable.

in turn takes you to the picturesque working shing harbour and cellars that are stee ed in local history. Walk in the other direction towards Pentire and you’ll quickly discover the stunning River Gannel – a tidal estuary separating Newquay from the charming village of Crantock.

Newquay itself is replete with exemplary restaurants, each in its own way drawing on the area’s abundant larder of locally caught, grown and reared produce. It’s also something of a paradise for those who love the water, whether that be soaking up the sun on the shoreline, or grabbing a board and ta ing to this stretch of the coast s world renowned waves.

Whether you’re a foodie, an explorer or one who simply likes to relax, there are plenty of ways to spend your time here, and Apartment 4 is the ultimate base from which to enjoy it all, epitomising the luxury seaside lifestyle that 2 2 has left so many of us contem lating.

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With a rich history and blooming landscape, Trebah Garden brings a taste of the exotic to the Cornish coastline.

The real beginning of Trebah, however, commenced as the house, garden and Polgwidden Cove were purchased from the Nicholls by Charles Fox in 1838, marking the start of almost 200 years of horticultural endeavour which made Trebah what it is today. The Fox family pioneered Trebah as a ‘pleasure garden’, lling it with many e otic lants which had never been grown in Britain before. During the 40 years of ownership, Charles Fox built an additional Victorian house to the east of the original house and planted hundreds of pines and oaks to protect Trebah against weather conditions.

Trebah has a history spanning back centuries, marking the gardens as a great cultural importance for Cornwall. The very earliest records show Trebah being passed through many signi cant ornish families, including the Killigrews and the Nicholls.

Standing proud at the head of the valley is a remarkable Georgian house and this was built by the Nicholls in the 18th century, pre-dating the development of the garden.

This building oversees the landscape which, as according to the Ordnance Survey map of 1813, began as a wooded valley before being developed into the exotic haven it is today. An invaluable documentation of the area’s heritage, later Ordnance Survey maps also show the original boathouse situated on Trebah’s beach.

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bove the Helford river lies 26 acres of vibrant garden, bursting with the colours, scents and atmosphere of a tropical paradise. Trebah goes above and beyond the average garden – it maintains its own unique biosphere with ponds, canopies and secret tunnels, serves delicious food and drink, hosts live performances, activities and weddings, and even has its own secluded beach. Trebah is a Cornish gem, encapsulating the very best of what ornwall has to offer from scenery and wildlife to community and food.

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The following 30 years of ownership by the Backhouse family saw the planting of exotic trees and plants from all over the world, making Trebah look similar to how it stands today with the digging of pools from the stream which runs throughout the valley. Its exotic blooming, however, was halted during World War Two. The beach was concreted to allow access for tanks, and the garden was used as an ammunition store, with trenches dug in the lower part.

In 1944, 7,500 American troops from the 29th US Infantry Division embarked from Trebah beach towards the Isle of Wight and then onto the D-Day assault, the biggest amphibious landing in history. A memorial at the bottom of the garden commemorates their sacri ce.

In the post-war years, Trebah has changed hands many times, but its rich and diverse array of plants and trees have continued to grow. Today, it is owned by Trebah Garden Trust, an independent charity who ensure that the garden is preserved and maintained for generations ahead. It is open to the public and welcomes thousands of visitors yearly who wish to marvel at its seasonal beauty.

The garden itself is indeed ever-changing depending on the time of year that you visit.

Spring sees a kaleidoscope of colour with 100-year rhododendrons, magnolias and camellias all bursting to life. In summer, not only does the beaming sunshine add to the tropical aura, but the giant gunnera make a

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striking appearance for the sunny months.

Autumn welcomes shades of blue and white in the ydrangea alley, which reflects across the beautiful Mallard Pond, and winter sees plants from the southern hemisphere flowering whilst rebah s magni cent trees stand tall and proud. Trebah is a unique garden, situated on a gentle slope which leads down to the private cove at the bottom. On the way, you encounter tropical champion trees with large palmy leaves, a bamboo maze known as the Bamboozle, a water garden and selection of ponds. Other striking features include Hydrangea Valley and hododendron alley, each lled with delicate colours. Gunnera Passage is a delight for both children and adults alike, allowing you to walk beneath the large ‘Elephant’s Rhubarb’ leaves which shelter you from the rain or create shade on a sunny day.

The Chilean Coomb hosts a range of South American plants, including fascinating trees such as the Monkey Puzzle Tree, the Chilean Lantern Tree and the Chilean Fire Tree. Koi Pool is a tranquil haven to admire the dozen

Once you have explored the sights of the magni cent garden, you have the chance to sit and relax at Polgwidden cove, Trebah’s very own hidden beach. Luscious greenery surrounds the cove, in which you can paddle in crystal-clear waters, explore the many rockpools, or collect some of the tiny shells that settle on the shoreline. Once a place of great historical im ortance and sacri ce, today Polgwidden cove is a sanctuary for peace and relaxation. The Boathouse beach café was originally built by Donald Healey, motor racing driver and designer of Healey cars, to store his boats whilst he lived at Trebah from 1961 to 1971. It is now the perfect place to absorb the views with a scoop of Roskilly’s ice cream or a cup of tea. agni cent cuisine can also be sam led in the garden’s very own Trebah Kitchen. This season they are going for a street food vibe, and all dishes are made using plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, wholegrains and seeds,

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oi sh who live there, whilst allard ond provides an idyllic view with its pictureerfect wooden bridge and range of flora.

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and wherever possible, local produce is sourced. They emphasise their use of herbs and s ices to flavour, rather than salt, and attem t low fat o tions as often as ossible, including the use of healthy oils as opposed to butter and fats. For early risers, their on-the-go ciabatta breakfast rolls are made with fresh bakery bread and are perfect for an al-fresco brunch. Lunchtime classics include their famous rebah flan, which they have been serving for over 30 years, and other street food-esque options such as a mezze platter, vegetarian or beef burgers or ciabatta sandwiches.

can go on into the night and there is always something exciting happening. Trebah also has its own promenade where theatrical performances can come to life, as the vast landscape helps to make performances become epic. Another vital part of their activity calendar is inviting children from local schools to engage with activities such as acting and dance, bringing a community buzz to the beautiful gardens. Made and cared for by Cornish people for decades, Trebah is all about giving back and sharing the wonderful environment that they have with people from all walks of life.

Having been a part of the community for decades, welcoming in guests and hosting communal activities is important at Trebah. This is why they host a wide range of activities and events all year round – from theatre, music and comedy to education. In the heart of the garden lies an amphitheatre, a perfect spot for welcoming a diverse variety of artists and performers locally and nationally. Within the cosy centre of the amphitheatre, performances

Born from the hands of local people and nurtured to life over many years, Trebah prides itself on its vibrant, sub-tropical wildlife, unique landscape and rich history, all of which combine to make the gardens so special.

Stepping into Trebah is like stepping out of Cornwall as you know it and into a new land which, with its fabulous heritage and buzzing environment, feels like a slice of paradise. trebahgarden.co.uk

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Could Cornwall be the best place in the world to run a usiness e nd out w y t e Duc y is attracting more talent than ever before.

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hose of us who call Cornwall home count our blessings on a regular basis. And one of those blessings is the fact that we share this beautiful part of the country with a band of aspirational entrepreneurs, keen to make their mark. This little peninsula is known globally as a rural centre for innovation, sustainability, and creativity; every year the ranks of pioneering people and businesses based in Cornwall swell - drawn to these shores by the pull of coastal living, but lots of other factors besides.

One entrepreneur who recently joined ‘brand Cornwall’ is David Trotter, Inventor and Founder of muggi. This colourful range of plastic drinks trays, dubbed ‘the world’s most versatile drinks carriers’, are deceptively simple in appearance but have won multiple awards for intelligent design. Manufactured in the UK, muggi are sold to a huge variety of end-users across the world, including people with mobility issues for whom they can literally be life changing.

David explains: “The muggi is incredibly durable and has non-slip feet, so will remain stationary on any surface. It’s great for preventing spillages and so is popular in all manner of work environments where spills frequently cause serious accidents.”

For elderly people or those with reduced mobility, using a muggi can improve quality of life. “People can carry drinks on their lap while in a wheelchair or have a spare hand to help negotiate the stairs,” says David. “It’s these little things which provide an important sense of independence.

Using a muggi to revent coffee s illing on the deck of your yacht is one thing, but inventing something which an elderly care home resident, or a young person with cerebral palsy, uses every day to give them a sense of self-empowerment – that’s what I’m most proud of.”

David moved his home and muggi HQ to orth ea near ruro in early 2 2 , after a

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long association with the region. In fact, the design was originally conceived on a sailing trip from France back to Cornwall, when avid inventor David set out to solve the problem of safely holding and carrying drinks in challenging environments; his invention would go on to be embraced by sailors and other outdoor enthusiasts worldwide for its lightness, durability and practicality.

“It feels like muggi has come home,” says avid, who is renting a ro erty and o ce convenient for both Truro and Falmouth whilst he searches for a permanent base. “I am really excited to see what the future holds for muggi, and we have all sorts of ambitions for growth and diversi cation. avid oins other internationally respected leaders and organisations based in Cornwall, as the region continues to forge its worldwide reputation.

“Cornwall is known as a region where creativity, innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainability all thrive – that’s why we want to be here above all else,” says David.

Since David moved his HQ to Cornwall, production of the entire muggi range has moved to 100% recycled plastic – including recovered marine plastic and discarded shing nets. avid e lains e ve been rapidly incorporating recycled plastic into our production systems for the last few years, keeping pace with advances in technology. e use a mi ture of ost industrial lastic, household plastic, and – most recently – marine plastic. In this I’ve been particularly inspired by getting to know a charitable organisation called Clean Ocean Sailing, who are based at wee . avid reuses the ghost shing nets and other plastic Clean Ocean Sailing recover off the ornish coast, incor orating it into muggi production. “As muggi was inspired by a journey on the ocean, this is a satisfying closing of the loop,” says David.

He also has big ambitions for Cornwall to become a centre for the processing of this marine plastic. “At the moment we have to send it away to be cleaned and prepared for reprocessing into other products,” David explains. “I’m working with various other local organisations and businesses to try and set up a processing plant here in the region, so that Cornwall will truly become a pioneer in recovering and recycling ocean plastic.”

One of the founding principles of muggi is to drive this kind of positive environmental and social change – something it has in common with lots of new and growing businesses based in Cornwall. According to HR expert Sue Hook, Founder and Director of Client Development at Sapience HR, environmental stewardship is an intrinsic part of running a business in ornwall. hether you re running a farm, a restaurant or designing the next generation of solar panels, there’s an overriding sense of responsibility,” says Sue. “Brands with a strong environmental ethos will bene t from being based in ornwall, where they will nd many indred s irits.

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However, there are many other great reasons for new and growing businesses to base themselves in Cornwall. “There is a lot of business support available, including help for start-ups, rental space at innovation centres, networking platforms and growth hubs,” Sue explains. Generally, Cornwall has great connectivity thanks to the roll out of Superfast broadband. There are also exciting developments taking place at Goonhilly, where a new green data centre uses immersion cooling and takes advantage of Cornwall’s location at the junction of global subsea cables, satellite feeds and bre.

Designed to meet the needs of automotive, life sciences and space/aerospace marketplaces, developments like this could see Cornwall becoming a hub for cutting-edge industries. ornwall has long been home to a erce creative spirit, which these days manifests itself in everything from lmma ing to web design, photography to branding. “There can be few rural areas with such a concentration of creative talent,” says Sue, who herself lived abroad and in other UK areas before being drawn irresistibly back to Cornwall to start her HR company. “Business owners will nd world class rofessional and creative services on their doorstep here in ornwall, ue con rms. rom design agencies to copywriting services, PR agencies to production companies, the peninsula is one of the big magnets for talent outside of London.

However, one of the major pull factors is undoubtedly the Cornish lifestyle. For David, this was a big attraction. “I love to sail, kayak, walk etc – all of those things fuel my working life. The product I designed is great for the outdoors – wild camping, gardening, campervan trips, beach barbeques, postsurf hot chocolates – in fact it’s the ultimate Cornish lifestyle hack!”

David continues: “I think Cornwall gives you a great incentive to achieve lots in your working life, because your down-time is so rewarding.

Sue agrees: “A high quality of life is one of the things we believe is behind the success stories of many Cornish businesses. A good worklife balance helps optimise productivity and, if you’re looking to build a world-class team, persuading the best people to come and work for you in Cornwall shouldn’t be a problem!”

However, Sue sounds an important warning too. “People in Cornwall work incredibly hard to stay visible in their respective industries.

To be successful from the periphery requires relentless proactivity!” inally, for avid one of the big bene ts of moving his business to Cornwall has been the supportive and collaborative business community. “There’s an infectious sense of achievement – people genuinely spur each other on to pursue ideas and push the boundaries. The businesses and organisations I’ve met with have been open to projects and collaborations – and with much more than ro t in mind. or any business driven by innovation, sustainability and creativity, I can’t think of anywhere better!” muggi.co.uk sapiencehr.co.uk

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While challenging for us all, 2020 was particularly challenging for the care sector.

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he past year has seen increasing demand from those seeking care either in their own home, or in residential accommodation. On top of this, restricted capacity means the cost of care is rising at around 4% annually, approximately twice as much as general inflation. elow, t ins errie ealth Management considers how those needing care support might be able to fund the costs.

In some cases the cost can be considerably higher than this.

In certain cases, the NHS will cover the full cost of care despite your ersonal nancial situation, however, most will be subject to an affordability assessment.

Those with capital (savings and sometimes property) over ÂŁ23,250 will otherwise need to fully fund their care fees themselves. 45% of care home residents fall into this category.

n advantage of this option is that, on death, any leftover funds fall to the estate. However, as the time spent in care increases, so does the chance of running out of funds.

The average cost of residential care in 2018-19 ranged from ÂŁ28,028 to ÂŁ39,988 per annum.

There are three main options to fund care fees. he rst is cash in the ban . eave the money on de osit and draw down su cient ca ital each month to fund the shortfall required to meet the cost of care. In the short-term this may meet the need, however, over time the capital will likely be severely eroded.

The next option is investments. This option involves investing a proportion of capital in assets such as nvestment onds and uities. he objective is to achieve a greater rate of return than if left in the ban , thus slowing the rate at which the capital is eroded. However,

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investments can go down as well as up so, whilst higher returns are possible, so too are lower returns.

Generally speaking, the more risk the person has to take to achieve the necessary return, the higher the level of volatility they are likely to have to face.

The third option is to consider Immediate Care Plans. These may also be called a ‘Care ees nnuity, mmediate eeds nnuity or mmediate eeds lan. ssentially a lan that pays out a guaranteed income for life to help cover the cost of care, either in the client s own home or in residential care, in exchange for a one off lum sum ayment.

The premium is calculated based on age, health, estimated life expectancy, and the amount of bene t the cost of care to be covered that is required. Once an investment has been made there is no cash value and no cash value on death. However, for an additional sum, some capital protection may be provided.

The plan is portable which means should there be the need to move to another care home a new contract will be set up with the new care provider and payments can be made to them.

In addition to the above, consideration may also be given to uity elease for those who own their own homes, but do not wish to sell; nhanced nnuities for those in articularly poor health, seeking a guaranteed income; letting their former home for those willing to, who understand the tax implications in doing so, and would generate su cient rental income to cover care costs a eferred ayment greement where the local authority secures the cost of care against the value of your home to be repaid on sale, if your home can support the loan.

Care fee planning is a complex area with many interlinked issues. If you would like to discuss your options, please call the advisers at Atkins Ferrie Wealth Management on 01872 306422 to book your free initial consultation. afwm.co.uk

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ornwall Air Ambulance is extending its helicopter operating hours to 19 hours a day from 7am until 2am.

Where previously paramedics responded to missions in the rapid response vehicles after m, they will now be able to attend in the helicopter. The aircrew have been going through night HEMS training in preparation for the service being fully operational early this year. teve urdoch, hief erating cer at ornwall ir mbulance, says he way our clinical teams provide care has continually evolved over the years. n 2 1 , we started a trial providing critical care in rapid response vehicles until 2am. This trial provided us with the evidence that our services would be required until the early hours of the morning. s you would e ect, the serious in uries and illness which require our specialist critical care can occur at any time of the day or night. eing able to get s ecialist care to a atient uic ly can be the difference between life and death. That is why we are committed to e tending our helico ter o erating hours, which will help us to reach an average of two or more patients per day.�

The new helicopter has enhanced safety features for flying at night and the aircrew have been through extended training to prepare them for the new hours of operation. hief ilot at ornwall ir mbulance, a tain dam mith, says here are many u grades in this aircraft which will ma e a real difference to o erations here. he 1 has some of the most advanced navigation ca abilities on offer in the industry. eing able to in ut locations into the helico ter, a bit li e a car sat nav, will really hel when we are flying in dar ness. uring night o erations, we rely on ed fuel reserves, ornwall has few fuelling o tions out of hours, so it s a huge bene t to be able to fly further at night due to the better fuel endurance in the new helicopter. he ynthetic ision ystem hel s the crew when returning to airports or heliports as it shows us what we would see if it was daytime. We are delighted to be able to extend the helicopter service we can provide to the community.� cornwallairam ulancetrust.org

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ornwall is unique. It is at the end of the road. An island-like culture with deep Celtic roots. It has the longest coastline of any county in England and most people who live in Cornwall are drawn to the coast in some way.

Surfing, kite-surfing, sailing, swimming, gig-rowing, paddle-boarding, triathlon, wild-swimming, diving, fishing… the list of things we love doing on or in the water is endless – and growing.

This wonderful county has also played an important part in history, helping shape the mining and shing industries, and has been for centuries a home to writers and artists. Now with its own university, it is also increasingly home to many successful entrepreneurs and their ‘global micro’ businesses. As this magazine so clearly illustrates, it has a vibrant creative spirit that sits alongside its enduring appeal as a holiday and ‘foodie’ destination. People work here because they choose to live here, and not the other way around, and that robably de nes ornwall s identity more than anything else.

But this column is for ‘The Last Word’ and just as there are huge contrasts between the north and south coasts of Cornwall, so there are huge contrasts in lives here with a great many people struggling with food poverty, unemployment, mental health and countless other issues.

Unsurprisingly the challenges faced by many have increased signi cantly due to the oronavirus and lockdowns, and will continue to do so through the winter.

The Cornwall Community Foundation (CCF) stands up for those small charities and causes whose voices would not be loud enough on their own. If you love Cornwall then please take a moment to visit the CCF website to see what valuable wor the organisation does, and nd a way to support if you can. The CCF emergency fund alone has raised over £1m since the start of the pandemic with over 370 grants awarded in Cornwall to date.

Jonat an Cunli e is a Director of Jonat an Cunli e td and a trustee of t e Cornwall Community Foundation. jonat ancunli e.co.uk

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