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THE FINER POINTS

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A LIFE OF TIME

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OF THE HI GHEST ORDER

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H I G H E R A N D FA S T E R

The Newlyn School of Art story

Photography from George Stephens

In conversation with Ashleigh Smith

Sustainability at the Scarlet Hotel

Recipes from Tia Tamblyn

Jewellery from Michael Spiers

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Meet resin artist Zee van Gils

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GROUND UP WO R D S B Y M E RC E D E S S M I T H

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Vision and absolute independence have given rise to one of the UK’s most inspirational art schools.

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would e demand for the opportunity to learn from real working artists, that people know and respect. It s important that our artist tutors don t teach too regularly, e plains enry, so they are energi ed a out teaching here, and so it is complementary to their practice. ur tutors aren t trained teachers, they are ust very engaged with what they do and are passionate a out sharing their knowledge and e perience, and importantly they aren t trying to get people to paint like them, ut are focused on engaging with how each student works and helping them move forward individually.

n a beautiful Victorian schoolhouse overlooking Newlyn harbour, Henry arfit has spent the last decade uilding up one of the U s most progressive and independent art schools. In only its first few years, Newlyn chool of rt has received widespread coverage in national roadsheet pu lications, with the Telegraph descri ing it as cutting edge and the school topping the Sunday Times list of the top ten worldwide educational reaks thanks to its vision of o ering student focused courses run y world class artists, that eschew the rules and restrictions of pu lic sector colleges.

The list of tutors working at the school is impressive, and includes names like esse Leroy mith, aye Do inson, essica ooper and aul Lewin. e have a core of over thirty talented tutors from ornwall, says enry, and we also have artists coming here from London, tockholm and erlin to teach. Their students come from far and wide as well, with coming from outside of the county, including international students from as far afield as weden, anada and ustralia. e find students are happy to come all the way to west ornwall, continues enry, for the eauty of the landscape we run a lot of outdoor painting courses here ut also to get away from ur an centres like London. e get doctors, architects, company directors, ournalists and a huge range of people enrolling on our courses. It s an opportunity for them to step outside what they usually do and reathe life into their creative am itions.

tudents attending courses here uickly find that we are not like a traditional college, says enry, who is a working artist, and is oint founder and Director of the school with his wife asha. The tutors here aren t ticking o es, there isn t any red tape and we don t o er any ualifications. e ve learned that what people really want is e perience, and they get much more than they e pected from the courses they attend here. ur artist tutors share things they have learned through years of working and e perimenting with di erent materials and surfaces in their studios, and that is gold dust for our students. is idea, which egan with three years of market research and two years of personal investment, during which time neither he nor asha drew any salary, was to create a school that was entirely self funded. e felt that strategy would force us to run a tight ship in terms of our usiness decisions, says enry.

National arts funding has shrunk significantly so we are much fitter for not relying on it. It was also not ust a out attracting students it was ust as much a out contri uting to the supporting of ornwall s working artists. rtists can t survive on sales of artworks alone, and they have so many ama ing skills to share, says enry. e had a hunch there

lthough the art school now welcomes over , students a year to their short or one year courses, it focuses on uality of teaching, not the uantity of students signing up. e genuinely care a out helping our students move forward in their practice, and we love it when they leave here u ing with enthusiasm for what they have learned and what they plan to do ne t with their work, says enry.

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have instead chosen to uild our courses from the ground up. These courses are so unlike anything that has come efore that we ve had re uests from some of the top London art colleges to advise them on how they could run their own courses, which is a cra y position to e in only a few years after opening the art school.

The school first started with fifteen tutors teaching various short courses we were lucky enough to twist some talented artistic arms in that first year, says enry with courses covering everything from outdoor landscape painting to still life and figure drawing, ut the school uickly grew through the addition of its one year courses. The progression of the school came very much from our students, says enry. ur short three and five day courses had a huge num er of people coming through, and they were really responding to that hit of energy, knowledge and skills training, ut increasingly we found they were also keen for more consistent contact with our artists, in a group environment where they could move their practice forward. ccordingly, the school added its agship ne ear entoring and Defining ractice courses, which have set a new standard nationally in progressive art tuition. The longer courses are genuinely ground reaking, in part ecause we have ignored what other institutions are doing and

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The entoring course was set up to support professional artists on the cusp of launching their careers, advising them on everything from framing, to residencies, to the artist gallery relationship. The Defining ractice course, on the other hand, originated from the process of interviewing for the entoring course, when enry and artist esse Leroy mith, who is Lead Tutor on the school s longer courses, realised we could help a lot of them, ut not through the entoring course ecause they weren t uite ready, they were still at the stage of e ploring their identity as artists .

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A B OV E Working and experimenting with di erent su ects and materials

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the year, so prospective students can meet the team, show their work, get feed ack and ask questions about the courses, “and if they are excited about their work and want to take it further, we suggest the right course, says enry. hat we are looking for in applicants,” adds Jesse Leroy Smith, “is a willingness to e periment and really trust in the course process. It is also important that they feel open to working in a group, ecause they ll learn such a lot from each other during the course y discussing which artists they ve een looking at, or how they are using their materials. There is a real energy in eing with likeminded people and sharing ideas a out your work. It s genuinely uite addictive

Run as six two-day sessions over a year etween anuary and Novem er, Defining Practice is a practical course based on working in response to di erent su ects, with di erent tutors, using di erent processes and mediums – but always with the students’ own practice and work at the fore. It gives them space to develop as artists, says artist and Defining ractice Course Leader, Faye Dobinson, “to tease out their own language, and to work out what they want to say.” Each session is led y aye and two guest tutors, which vary throughout the year so that students are e posed to the roadest possi le in uence. tudents get one to one time with each tutor, who will talk to them about their work, and give them a creative task as a starting point for moving forward.

Applications for the 2021 Defining Practice and Mentoring courses are now open. Short courses run continuously throughout the year.

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or people interested in attending one of the longer courses, the school o ers free one to one tutorials on specific dates throughout

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the Capturing ESSENCE WO R D S B Y DA N WA R D E N

Conceptual photography that explores, from above, the kaleidoscopic colours and textures of the natural world.

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eorge Stephens, aka ‘Gstee’, is an abstract aerial photographer based in Newquay, predominantly shooting seascapes around ornwall: reativity ows constantly here and the changing seasons and swells o er endless inspiration.”

George is self-taught, having had an interest in capturing moments on camera for as long as he can remember: “This, mixed with my interest in aviation, has allowed me to develop and evolve this abstract style of photography and allows my imagination to blend with reality, creating conceptual imagery. I hope to take the viewer on a journey, letting their imagination decipher the subject, inviting a true moment in the present.” In sharing his emotive images of our oceans, George aims to invoke respect for this vast, but fragile, environment.

textures and colours – the very essence – of landscapes that you simply cannot appreciate from the ground level: “I have recently been on a few international trips where I had the chance to shoot new terrain, including the salt ats of northern pain and the volcanic island of Fuerteventura. It is a privilege to be a le to share these often unseen viewpoints of the beautiful natural world.”

“I feel that the bird’s eye view provides an alternative perspective on familiar surroundings, and a sense of escapism.” And that’s precisely how it feels, scanning through George’s work on his website; he captures the

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A B OV E Camel Estuary

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A B OV E alt ats, northern pain

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A B OV E Volcanic terrain, Fuerteventura

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A B OV E Hayle estuary

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HOME WO R D S B Y H A N N A H TA P P I N G

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In conversation with Ashleigh Smith, designer and maker of bags and carry equipment for coastal wanderers and urban nomads.

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my first awareness of such a field. I knew then that that’s what I wanted to do. I studied for a degree in product design at The University of Limerick and after graduation went to work in an Irish design shop. At the time I considered it to be a job that just allowed me to surf a lot! But it was actually a really good education in how the design industry worked and how customers value a product more when they’re buying something that is made by hand. I also spent a lot of time there dealing with the makers themselves. They had these great stories to tell and I realised that there was an importance in communicating these tales alongside the products themselves.”

shleigh’s gentle Irish lilt sets the tone for what I know will be one of those interviews that will stay with me forever. Not really an interview even; more a chat across a scrubbed pine table over a cup of tea and a biscuit. But sadly that’s only an image conjured in my head.

The pandemic has put a stop to face to face interviews for now and so I have to be content with letting Ashleigh’s tale fill my headphones with a story of adventure, endeavour and passion.

Ashleigh grew up in Sligo, in the north west of Ireland. Part of a surfing family, which was considered back then as something quite weird and unusual. Her childhood environment was one spent in and around the water. When not in the water, Ashleigh loved to design, make and create, building huts and hideaways with her siblings, and acting as chief engineer to her Dad’s and Grandad’s projects. It was inevitable that design of some description was the direction her life would take: “Round about 16, I heard through my art teacher of a course called Industrial Design, which was

Ashleigh’s desire to make led to her studying an MSc in Industrial Design at The Technical University of Delft: “If you’re going to study design then you should definitely go to the Netherlands to do it. It’s a really old industry there. They know innately what’s important and what’s good design when making a product. It was my Master’s thesis that was the blueprint for my initial products. Most people write their thesis

A B OV E Ashleigh at work

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A B OV E The Tote All, new for 2020

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working under the guise of a large company.

That wasn’t for me. There were lots of cool, small companies out there that I would have liked to work for but most were too small to hire, so I decided I would start my own.”

Returning to her beloved west coast of Ireland in 2014, it was the perfect time to start a creative business, with lots of appreciation for locally-made products and people wanting to try new things. Ashleigh engaged in an enterprise that had big ambitions for manufacturing really high quality product, and so The Atlantic Equipment Project (AE) was born, creating hard wearing backpacks and carry equipment. “I had taught myself to sew during my thesis as I needed to make prototypes of the bags I had designed. Sewing was a skill that wasn’t really that prevalent in Ireland at the time so there weren’t that many people to learn from – I just made and made and made until I got good at it.”

I was intrigued as to how Ashleigh sourced her materials: “Just a lot of trial and error! I try to source cloth from as close as possible. I did a lot of work during my studies around the sustainability of small supply chains and the adverse impact of really long supply chains.

So my cloth, webbing and canvas come from a company in London and my waxed cotton from Scotland – a gorgeous old factory that’s been making the cloth for centuries.”

And her inspiration for design, patterns and colours? “It’s nothing as contrived as that. I just have a kernel of an idea in my mind of the type of ag I want to make. That itters away in my brain for a while until I eventually get to the point that I need to draw it and then once I’ve drawn it, I immediately need to make it.

Because as soon as you make something you start to understand it. You can see that that strap can’t go there or that pocket only makes sense if you put that seam there.”

It was always the intention for the business that the bags would be made in-house: “So, that’s how we started and there was immediately an appetite for the product. I just made backpacks and satchels as simply as I could, using good quality materials. It’s

Her drawings are all done by hand: “I was trained to use CAD and create 3D models but for I do at drawings. They are almost like engineering drawings. There’s a lot of straight lines to enable me to sew something that’s really repeatable. Once I have a design, then I think about the colours and that’s basically informed by what my suppliers have available.

Choice can be limited as they don’t produce huge batches, but I‘m lucky that they have such lovely colours.

Some are really natural and they work for guys and then there’s the brights which I love – I’m able to colour match pretty well, and I do what I feel’s right for AE. I don’t look at

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Atlantic coastal heritage – these values are so robust and ingrained in what I do and when I moved to Cornwall they still made sense.”

trends or the Pantone colour of the year, I choose from what’s available and add pieces that make sense to what we do. I don’t want to have massive a collection, I want to have bags that people like.”

fter four years of running the usiness in Ireland, Ashleigh explains that ‘‘life changed, as it does sometimes” and as a consequence decided that she needed to express herself di erently. I had gotten really usy. There was great demand, I was employing a couple of people and had international stockists, but it meant that I stopped making new things. o I moved to Devon to make yurts, for a gorgeous company called Yurts For Life. I worked as part of a bigger team, in a bigger workshop environment, doing a lot of sewing.

And fell in love with an amazing man!”

Ashleigh’s key to success has been to keep ambitions big but practical ways of doing things small: “I have found myself with a business that I love. I want to grow and evolve it, and pass it on to my kids. That’s something that doesn’t get written into a business plan or a spreadsheet – it’s a passion that’s hard to quantify. I like that AE is small, but viable and sustainable.”

While writing her thesis, Ashleigh took inspiration from her Professor who was an interaction designer and looked at design from a very di erent perspective. he would question, who is your community, what is it that’s important to them? “Thinking about where I grew up, my community were explorers, crazy people who drove around Ireland at dawn searching for waves. That was the energy and character that was important to me and I knew I needed to follow those kind of principles. I always wanted to be honest and, using one of perhaps the most over-used words ever, authentic! AE’s brand values are shared exploration, honest design and

Now living on Cornwall’s north coast, Ashleigh has a new relationship with AE: “It’s just me, it’s all me. It’s back to a small thing.

I design and I make. Having learned from my mistakes from the last time, now I get to do things in a more viable, more sustainable, more calm way. And I also like that it’s a new challenge to build a brand here. In Ireland people new AE, but here in Cornwall there is the excitement and challenge of building it anew.” atlanticequpimentproject.com

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Blending luxury with eco-consciousness, the Scarlet Hotel is expanding its commitments to the environment.

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top of the uilding, not only helps to regulate heating and cooling of the hotel ut attracts insects and utter ies.

he luxury hotel experience has traditionally revolved around lavish treatment, and this so often comes in the form of single use items, from a constant stream of fresh ro es and slippers to a plenitude of plastic packaged toiletries.

The gardens complement the cli op and are designed to encourage iodiversity, through ee friendly planting and at holes to the landscaped sand dunes designed as nooks for visitors to soak up the views, in which grasses, owers and even ra its have made themselves at home.

ornwall s eautiful carlet hotel, situated amongst the cli op landscape of awgan orth, does things a little di erently. sa lu ury eco hotel , the carlet disengages with the idea that to indulge you must over consume, that lu ury means e cess.

Its ethos, herish the orld , finds the perfect lend of lu ury and sustaina ility, enhancing the ways that the hotel s stunning features and amenities can harmonise with the surrounding environment a panorama of ocean, meadows and cli s, that immerses visitors in nature, enriching the environmentally connected e perience.

tepping inside, the carlet is adorned with locally designed and sourced furniture, recyclable carpets and materials, and stunning locally created artwork, which is also availa le to uy. high use of recycla le materials has gone into the very construction of the hotel, whilst the walls are painted with ohnstone s cological olutions , ensuring the uilding is sustaina le to its core. The hotel cleverly conserves energy and water, with the layout ma imising sea views alongside natural light and warmth.

ele rating its th anniversary, the carlet has added to its eco promises, revealing ways in which it is sustaina le. e delve into some of the hotel team s innovative ideas.

Guest Comfort The carlet ensures that sustaina ility doesn t mean sacrificing comfort. ach of the lu urious rooms features organic towels, ro es and edding. ach guest is gifted their very own pair of slippers innovatively made from recycled plastic ottles, and encouraged to take these home to wear again.

The Building The carlet was carefully designed to synchronise with its surrounding environ ment, its shape sitting snugly within the coastal landscape. Its impressive sea thrift roofing, a ornish plant which lankets the

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the hori on and soak up the sound of the waves crashing below. The serenity of the spa grounds visitors and connects them to nature.

Toiletries include naturally and ethically sourced Oula soap, shampoo and lotions, made locally in St Ives, and Cornish bath salts. The carlet opts for larger, refilla le ottles, cutting down on miniature bottle waste, and every guest is o ered a air Trade ag to take their remaining soap home. Even the toilet roll is made from entirely recycled materials, sugarcane room tissues are entirely biodegradable, and toilets are ushed with rainwater.

The environmental care put into the edrooms e pands to the spa e uipment scrub mitts, eye pillow covers, and footrest covers are all upcycled from no longer used throws and sarongs. Sustainability cleverly becomes part of the spa experience here as guests are indulged in natural treatments.

This is all topped o with two hot tu s and a sauna, and the result is a haven of sustainable serenity.

The team have minimised energy draining in-room appliances such as the traditional mini-fridge, opting for a room service in which guests can order freshly made drinks and snacks upon re uest.

Food and Drink At the Scarlet’s restaurant and bar, the emphasis is on simplicity and flavour. The delicious menu changes daily to make the most of local and seasonal produce, whilst handmade read, cakes and iscuits are made on site. ine dining does not have to be harmful to the environment; the team of chefs make use of what is fresh and local to Cornwall. And with an abundance of fresh fish, vegetables and nearby dairy farms, why wouldn’t they?

ven the dog treats are hand aked in Cornwall from entirely natural ingredients – every tiny detail lets guests enjoy a truly luxurious experience which doesn’t infringe on the environment.

The Spa The Scarlet’s renowned holistic, Ayurveda inspired spa is where the real environmental magic happens. They rely on the ‘power of touch and use only the most skilled therapists as opposed to fancy gadgets and tools to create the ultimate lissful e perience. ocusing on holistic wellbeing, spa visitors are encouraged to reconnect with their senses and embrace a spiritual experience. Guests can indulge in rich mineral mud treatments in the rhassoul, bathing rituals in the hammam and soul cleansing meditation overlooking the ocean in the relaxation area.

This expands to their range of carefully and sustainably sourced wines, ales and spirits, which are mostly local and always the highest uality. Never straying outside of urope for their wines, the team cut down on air miles whilst still ringing e uisite ottles to the ta le. n oy locally sourced fish with seasonal vegetables and a crisp Cornish made wine, and perhaps later that night, an ethically produced te uila or two .

The divine spa boasts a natural swimming pool, using a living reed ed as a filtration system to eradicate the need for chemicals and create an invigorating freshwater experience. Accompanying this are two bubble-free outdoor hot tubs, minimising the use of energy as guests can gaze out to

Connecting with the Surrounding Environment Part of the Scarlet’s ethos isn’t simply instilling these changes to their own business, it is encouraging others to do the same. The hotel’s

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The friendly reception team are available for any queries on sustainability too.

commitment to the environment reaches out beyond its walls and instils positive change within the community. Being the 1,000th member to join the Cornwall Sustainable Tourism project (CoasT), the team are now ambassadors for this scheme and share what they do with others. Running a community fund designed to support the local natural environment alongside people living in the area, they o er guests the opportunity to support charities such as Surfers Against Sewage and CoasT, with a ÂŁ5 donation per booking.

To indulge is integral to the Scarlet e perience, ut in a way that s sustaina le and environmentally kind. It is about embracing the landscape, immersing yourself in nature and truly rela ing whilst leaving no trace and having minimal impact.

The Scarlet prides itself on breaking the traditions of the lu ury hotel e perience.

It proves that sustainability can be integrated into the industry and promises to re ect and work on any mistakes. This eco-friendly sanctuary has paved the way for hotels around the UK, and it’s fair to say that more and more hotels are following suit, making environmentally friendly lu ury the new norm.

For sustainability to be impactful, it must become an integral part of the community as a whole. Providing guests the opportunity to become part of the change adds an additional feel-good element to their visit, knowing that they are contributing to environmental change.

Guests are also encouraged to embrace this attitude throughout their stay. Car free activities are promoted, with up to date bus and train timetables always on hand, alongside information on local walks and attractions.

Visits to places such as the Scarlet rejuvenate the body and mind, reconnect you with your senses and embrace a sense of inner peace, proving that doing so does not have to cost the Earth.

There are also plenty of opportunities for guest education. The spacious guest library o ers plenty of room in which to rela and

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Recipes from Tia Tamblyn of Botelet – a uniquely preserved piece of Cornwall, just upstream of Fowey, where simplicity, sustainability and seasonality take centre stage.

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Starter: Marrow slices with pickled veg & goat’s cheese SERVES 6 INGREDIENTS:

½ tsp ground turmeric

For pickled veg:

½ tsp ground ginger

g seasonal veg I used courgette, cauli ower, carrot, green bean, cabbage and beetroot

Note - the vegetables, fresh herbs and spices can be swapped depending upon availability and taste preference. his akes a full ar s worth you will e le with a good few portions to use with other dishes.

250ml cider vinegar 250ml water 25g Cornish sea salt

For the rest of the dish:

3 sprigs marjoram

100g goat’s cheese

3 sprigs dill

1 marrow

1 tsp black peppercorns

il I used rapeseed

½ tsp black mustard seeds

andful fresh her s I used mar oram

½ tsp coriander seeds

Cornish sea salt and pepper

Method Place the lid tightly on jar and store in fridge.

Make the pickled veg at least two days in advance:

Leave for at least 48 hours before using to let the avours develop. It will keep for a couple of months in the fridge.

Prepare a 1 litre glass jar with lid for storing the pickled veg by washing thoroughly then drying.

To assemble on the day:

Chop the veg into small pieces using all edible parts including stalks and leaves, then place in large bowl. Chop fresh herbs and mix with veg.

Cut marrow into 12 rings approximately 1cm thick (allows for 2 per person).

Place 1 tbsp oil in a frying pan and heat gently.

Place marrow rings in pan, season with salt, pepper and fresh herbs, and sauté for a couple of minutes each side until turning golden. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Pack the vegetables and fresh herbs into the glass jar, pressing down so there is a 5cm (approx.) gap at the top of the jar.

Make the brine - place water, cider vinegar and salt in a pan, bring to a simmer to dissolve salt.

Crumble cheese into small pieces and set aside.

To serve

Remove from heat, add the peppercorns, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, turmeric and ginger, stir well. Leave to cool.

Top each marrow ring with a spoonful of pickled veg, sprinkle crumbled goats cheese on top, season with pepper and fresh herb leaves.

When cool, pour brine over the vegetables, making sure there are no air gaps.

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Main: Fennel & Squash Vegan Risotto SERVES 8 INGREDIENTS:

400g arborio rice

Olive oil

1 tsp cayenne pepper

1 squash

4 tsp dried thyme

1 fennel bulb with stalks and leaves

Cornish sea salt

2 tsp ground cinnamon

Pepper

2 lemons

2 pints vegetable stock

1 onion

2 tins coconut milk

2 cloves garlic

Method Preheat oven to 180 oC.

Prepare stock in a jug.

Peel squash and chop into bite size pieces.

Add 4 tsp dried thyme and 1 tsp cayenne pepper along with salt and pepper to vegetables, and stir well.

Cut stalks and leaves from fennel bulb and set aside.

Slice fennel bulb into approximately 5cm long.

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hen vegeta les have softened, add the rice.

Keep stirring until the rice starts to become translucent.

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Place squash and chopped fennel bulb into baking trays (use two trays if there is too much to spread into one layer). Drizzle over olive oil, season with salt, pepper and cinnamon, and grate the lemon rinds into the baking tray(s).

Give a good mix then place in oven for 30 minutes until just starting to brown – check and turn a few times during cooking. Remove from oven when ready.

Add the stock, a couple of ladles at a time, keep stirring and adding stock until it is nearly absorbed by the rice then add coconut milk in stages, continuing to stir regularly. fter appro imately minutes when there is still a little li uid left and the rice has a slight bite, remove from heat. Stir in half of the roasted squash and fennel, and the juice of 2 lemons. Check seasoning then place lid on pan and leave to sit for five minutes.

Finely chop onion, garlic and fennel stalks and leaves, reserving a few fennel leaves as garnish.

To serve

Put 4 tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan, add the chopped onion, garlic and fennel and cook slowly for approximately 15 minutes until they soften.

Place a portion of risotto in each bowl, top with remainder of roasted squash and fennel, decorate with fennel leaves and finish with cracked pepper.

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Dessert: Blackberry sorbet SERVES 6 INGREDIENTS: 400g blackberries 150ml water 3 tbsp local honey 1 tsp ground ginger 1 vanilla pod, halved both ways 6 mint leaves to decorate

Method Pour from food processor through a sieve to remove the pips, into a jug.

Place all ingredients except mint in a saucepan and gently heat, simmer for a couple of minutes then remove from heat.

Pour into a container and place in freezer overnight.

Allow to cool in the saucepan, then remove the vanilla pod.

emove from free er to soften half an hour before eating.

Place the mixture in a food processor and blend for a couple of minutes.

Serve with a sprig of mint.

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The GREAT CIDER revival WORDS BY LUCY CORNES

he cra cider o e ent is fuelling an orchard re i al as artisan producers seek to showcase local apple arieties in their purest for s.

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a long while cider was considered anything ut a connoisseur s choice. radually things have changed, and these days artisan cider is praised for its a ility to re ect a sense of place ust as the great wines of the world do.

s this year’s crop of apples slowly ripens on the trees, a new generation of craft cider makers are ru ing their hands together in anticipation.

These self confessed cider geeks are honing their trade craft year on year; searching out traditional apple varieties in forgotten orchards, pressing the perfectly ripe ounty in small atches, fermenting using wild yeasts and ottle conditioning the fruits of their la ours as if it were the finest champagne. Š Faydit Photography

ames addington is o ounder of rafty Nectar, the U s leading online store for craft cider. e e plains why it s rich pickings these days for the cider enthusiast.

There is a mini cider revolution happening, as a wave of small scale and highly passionate artisan producers cele rate the rich variety of cider apples which grow here in the U , ames e tols. This skilful endeavour and craftsmanship means that cider now sits alongside fine wine on the menus of ichelin starred restaurants across the country.

This welcome revival much like the art of cider making itself has een a slow ripening followed y a steady fermentation. rom its old image of growlers of rustic scrumpy filled at farm gates, to the cheap and cheerful mass produced ciders of many a misspent youth, for

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couple of visits and a funding id later, Todd and oe em arked on a pro ect to make the very est artisan cider using natural methods.

Their knowledge of horticulture and avour profiles, and their refusal to compromise on high production standards, has resulted in a remarka le range of ciders recognised as amongst the est in the U . Š Faydit Photography

oe and Todd now source apples from other growers which share their ethos across omerset and ornwall Todd lives in almouth with his family, hence the ornish outpost . oth counties have a wealth of old orchards where prime cider apples grow in a undance.

Their uest to discover these secret orchards has led Todd and oe to some eautiful spots hidden away down farm tracks or ehind high garden walls. any such orchards, which were once the hu of life within a village or grand estate, have gone untended for years and een left to their own devices, their fruit going to waste. Now, with craft producers willing to go to the time and e ort to harvest the crop even from a handful of trees from a smallholding or community space these ancient orchards are gradually eing put to use once more.

ne such craft producer is ecret rchard ider, which has dual production ases in omerset and ornwall. The company was co founded in y oe eley, a horticulturalist and tree surgeon, and Todd tudley, a chef. The pair of childhood friends went to school together in west omerset. Later, while oe trained in land management against the ucolic ackdrop of moor National ark, Todd was o travelling the world as a chef, working a oard lu ury yachts and in alpine ski chalets. haring many a cider whenever they were reunited, the oys realised that they had all the right ingredients to craft their own, aside from orchards of course

or oe, the prere uisite for a great cider is traditional, non intensive orchard management.

To us, really good cider starts at ground level in the orchard, he e plains. e seek out sustaina ly managed local growers, where no chemicals are used. The iodiversity of these orchards which are often gra ed y animals, ordered y veg patches and ancient hedgerows, and visited y an array of irds, ees, utter ies and other insects is something to e admired and preserved. nce the apples are harvested, craft ciders are made in small atches rather than on an industrial scale. ecret rchard is made from pressed uice, using wild yeasts.

It is also processed without the addition of sulphites, making this a natural, artisan product

chance conversation with Tommy olseley of Nettlecom e provided the missing part of the pu le. Nettlecom e ourt is a historic country estate set amidst the rolling hills of moor. It was once in the hands of illiam The on ueror, and the oak trees which dot the surrounding parkland were specially chosen for the nglish eet which defeated the panish rmada. ere, ancient walled orchards planted with prime cider making varieties had fallen into disuse the oys had found what they were looking for.

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summertime staples. The overriding style of all these ciders is modern, crisp and refreshing, with the character of fruit to the fore. They are specifically lended with food matching in mind suggested food pairings on restaurant menus is another key characteristic of the craft cider movement, as are smaller servings rather than pints – again the parallels with wine are o vious. ach ottle of ecret rchard comes with tantalising suggestions of what to drink it with, from roast pork and charcuterie, to sushi, mackerel and summer salads.

which varies slightly from year to year. In fact, craft cider has many parallels with the natural wine movement, which e tols the values of organic or iodynamic fruit grown in vineyards high in iodiversity, made in small parcels with minimal intervention.

It s a hands on, intensely physical process for small producers like ecret rchard, and a month or so of hard graft awaits them as they scram le to harvest the fruit at ust the right time. The apples must e washed, chipped and pressed the uice is then stored in large arrels whilst the pulp is donated to local farmers to feed pigs and cattle.

or dressing those fresh and delicious salads, more of us are reaching for an ancient eli ir in the form of cider vinegar. Todd and oe make their own of course, as do many artisan cider makers. favourite with top chefs across the est ountry, the ecret rchard product is live and unfiltered, containing the active en yme called the mother a collection of concentrated natural proteins and eneficial acteria. The uality of the apples we use, the natural way they grow, and our low intervention approach, has resulted in a great tasting vinegar which we are really proud of, says oe. ome people drink a teaspoon of cider vinegar every day, swearing y the health enefits, whilst others simply add it to salad dressings and other dishes to give an intense citrus like kick.

onths later the fermented uice is racked. fter it has had time to settle, oe and Todd will carefully taste each small atch to consider how they might e lended together. It s always an an ious wait to see what the uice tastes like, and therefore what character will define the vintage that year, says Todd, whose favourite cider apple varieties are Da inetts, ingston lack and arry asters. The e act alance of all our ciders changes slightly from year to year, ust like wine, he e plains. It depends what the growing season has een like, what varieties we ve sourced, where e actly the apples have come from, and what state of ripeness the fruit is in when we press it.

rom hum le eginnings, ecret rchard have esta lished themselves as one of the leading new wave cider makers in the U . They now have a cult following as far afield as msterdam and the rench lps, and have won multiple awards along the way. ut, for the ne t few months anyway, these passionate cider makers will not e straying far from the apple trees of the est ountry, as they watch over their precious crop.

ecret rchard currently make two di erent styles from each county moor lear and ellow, and ornish risp and mooth, plus a popular still cider called oly ater.

The two friends are also e perimenting with adding other hand picked hedgerow ingredients to their lends. They produce a famous Nettle ider each year which always sells out uickly, and have ust released two new avoured ciders, lder ower and lossom the latter is infused with rosehips, rose petals and lack erries oth of which promise to ecome

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ward-winning premium developer of luxury coastal homes, Legacy Properties has been acquiring, designing and building properties for over ten years, putting specific focus on newly built luxury coastal homes designed with a premium lifestyle in mind.

In the wake of the recent lockdown, buyers are more excited than ever by the prospect of a life in Cornwall. And with fewer and fewer homes remaining available at Legacy’s other sites around the Duchy, the latest announcement from this e emplary ornish firm couldn t have come at a better time.

As is always the case with a Legacy build, the location is paramount. Incredible surf breaks abound along this stretch of coastline, as do dizzying walks along the coast path. Newquay is well within walking distance too, o ering a wealth of tempting restaurants, attractions and the wider north coast, as a whole, is a popular choice for those looking to capitalise on Cornwall’s luxury seaside lifestyle.

Combine all of this with a luxury base that’s designed to be lived in – tailored to the bythe-sea lifestyle – and you have a lifestyle opportunity like little else on Cornwall’s luxury market.

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would accompany truly seasonal cooking. It has set me o on a ourney that has not only enriched the food on o er at reakfast lu and on the table at our family meals, but also my understanding of the people and places locally that grow the most extraordinary array of beautiful, delicious produce.

easonality is at the heart of how I love to cook; like many of us I have been drawn to the notion of seasonal eating, seeking out recipes and restaurants that celebrate local produce. Yet last year when I took stock of my knowledge of plantbased foods available through the year, I was shocked at how limited this was – despite being vegetarian since age eight, with plants therefore featuring as the mainstay of meals, and dabbling each spring and summer with growing vegetables.

This realisation, along with a closer look at the consequences of eating out-of-season foods, has inspired a shift not only in our family’s eating, but also in the food that I serve at our pop-up café Botelet Breakfast Club that takes place in the farmhouse at our family home Botelet Farm in South East Cornwall. © johnherseystudio.com

One of the positives to emerge out of lockdown was the renewed interest in growing, foraging, using up the food we have in our cupboards and cooking from scratch, as trips to the supermarket became more di cult and for a while there was a sense for the first time in my life – of the vulnerability of the food chain. With food shops emptied of some essential items and farms requesting urgent help from pickers in order not to lose their crops, lockdown exposed the value of our local food producers. Suddenly the fact that we import almost half of the food we consume in the UK (according to the government’s Food Statistics Pocketbook) just didn’t quite make sense.

Earlier this year (pre-lockdown) I decided to source all fresh ingredients on the Botelet Breakfast Club menu from within Cornwall, curious to explore the joys and challenges that

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12 hours a day, 365 days a year, subject to increasingly unpredictable weather. But watching more wildlife in the garden each season and being able to bring high quality, fresh produce to local people – corn on the cob harvested just half an hour before it’s bought from the shop – makes it worthwhile,” says Amelia.

Many of us have created stronger connections with local producers over the past few months, as we have taken a closer look at food that is grown near to us. The Real Food Garden, based outside Bodmin, is a market garden that has had to make some big changes in a short space of time to meet increased demand. I was delighted to catch up with Amelia Lake and Chloe Bines from the eal ood arden to find out more a out what they do, and their thoughts on seasonal eating through lockdown and beyond.

The Real Food Garden is a carbon positive business, with the soil absorbing more carbon than is emitted. Yet growing in this way is hard work, and with only small returns. Amelia and Chloe believe that societally we have lost sight of how food is produced, which plays into the under-valuing of food sold within supermarkets, pushing prices down for all.

Amelia describes the journey of growing a red cabbage that requires space in the ground for six months, and once harvested could sell for perhaps 60p. “We have come to value other artisan food and drink products – such as craft cheese or eer ut we don t get that with vegetables,” explains Chloe.

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Amelia and Chloe have nurtured their two acres of land since 2012, using organic methods to grow vegetables that they sell through their veg box scheme, on-site shop and to a few local wholesalers. Soil health and promoting biodiversity underpin the way that they work, setting aside plenty of space for birds, insects and wild plants to grow alongside their produce. “Seeing the biodiversity in this small space increase year on year is what drives us. It’s hard work,

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During lockdown as more people looked to local options for sourcing food, Amelia and Chloe upscaled their on-site shop, extending opening hours, trying to keep up with demand for their home-grown produce as well as bringing in other local and seasonal staples so that people could buy all they needed with one trip out. As with all small businesses, re-working their policies and procedures to comply with Covid regulations took considerable time and investment, but enabled them to support more local families. This, alongside a tough spring for growers with the hottest May on record. “Nature wasn’t ready,” says Amelia, as she discusses the changes they have had to make to their growing plans as a consequence. Since lockdown has eased, Chloe and Amelia report that customer numbers have dropped o significantly, ut still remain higher than at the beginning of the year.

Seek out growers that utilise organic methods, enhancing biodiversity and soil health as well as optimising the taste and nutritional content of our food.

So, as our lives begin to get busy again, why should we continue to create space for seasonal eating – what value does it have?

Firstly, freshness. When we eat with the seasons we can buy locally grown produce that has less food miles and can make it from ground to plate in a short space of time, no planes, boats or lorries required (consider that, according to the BBC’s ‘Facts about Food Miles’, almost 20 million tonnes of CO2 are generated each year moving food to and within the UK). This not only optimises taste but means we can capitalise on the nutritional enefits of fresh food, which reduce over time in transit.

Connecting with our community is one element of buying local that has surprised and delighted me. Taking the time to find out who is growing what, where, and when has proved to be a rich source of knowledge and friendship. Amelia says: “You put all your love into the vegeta les and so often it s a one way street you send them o and don t hear ack.

With our local veg box scheme it’s two way, we regularly receive feedback from our customers and we love this part of it.” Chloe, who carries out their local deliveries, adds: “It’s fantastic seeing people s faces as I drop o the o es. e often chat a out what s in the o , and how they used last week’s veg.”

Secondly, supporting the local economy.

In Cornwall we are blessed with a clement growing climate and an array of fantastic producers – such as the Real Food Garden - on our doorstep, growing high-quality produce that is sold in local shops, farmers’ markets, supermarkets and roadside stalls as well as through wholesale trade. By purchasing food that is grown near to us, we support the local economy alongside reducing food miles.

The packaging of local, seasonal food is often far greener than imported counterparts.

When food doesn’t have to journey as far or for as long, its covering can be lighter. Amelia and Chloe put a lot of thought into packaging their vegetables using as little as possible, and

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Top tips for seasonal eating: Have a seasonal food chart showing the variety of foods available locally through the year.

Research recipes based around a particular seasonal ingredient or adapt your old fa ourites. se recipes as a guide in dra for there to be adapted to use up what you have and swap in seasonal ingredients.

Seek out local growers through far er s arkets eg o sche es and online research.

Keep connected with what they are producing to inspire your own cooking.

Consider setting yourself a challenge of cooking one wholly seasonal eal a day week onth.

Make it an achievable goal so that you relish the challenge.

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She’s also quick to add that eating seasonally isn t ust a out sacrifice, ut a out reconnecting with the joy of welcoming each season s o erings.

where it is required, utilising paper and jute bags or low-density micron plastic – which they receive back and re-use. ating with the seasons o ers us a ourney through the year that connects us with our local landscape in a way that we can easily lose sight of in the fast-paced, global and digital world we inhabit; celebrating the arrival of the juicy, ripe strawberry in early summer, foraging for blackberries in autumn and relishing the first ite of a winter rassica.

Through a combination of sourcing local produce, growing (for those with access to space) and simple foraging, we can forge a deeper connection with our landscape as well as the people within it.

How many of us felt an intuitive sense that lockdown o ered possi ilities for positive change? Opportunities to rethink our lifestyles and carry forward some of the calm that many of us were lucky enough to experience as our worlds stopped spinning so fast? We may not be spending as much time digging in the garden as we did during spring, yet perhaps we can still embrace that desire to deepen our connection with nature, to support and value the community of people in our local area that nurture the food we eat, to cele rate the craft of growing, cooking and eating with the seasons. As Amelia says: “Nature is always dancing, we need to be able to bend and sway like a tree and dance with it.”

I’m only beginning to tune into the rhythm, but that’s a dance – in all its beautiful fragility – that I’m keen to learn the steps to.

There’s no doubt that eating seasonally is a step towards a more sustainable lifestyle – buying local to reduce the environmental footprint of our food and enhance biodiversity, whilst supporting our local economy and our own nutrition and health. It might mean that we don’t eat any foods we could desire at any point in the year – as we have become so used to – although as Amelia comments, “there’s abundance at every time of year, but it’s not necessarily diversity of abundance”.

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head. She asked herself the question: how can you help your buyers imagine a home, without the expense of furnishing the property yourself The answer is this: for a at and very reasonable fee, Rustic House will send out a consultant to develop a furniture package that shows your property to its best advantage, delivering everything and setting it up for you, efore collecting it after the sale. ut and here’s the kicker – should your buyer decide to buy the furniture package, Rustic House will refund you the home staging fee in full.

ou’ve just put the finishing touches to your beautiful Cornish property, and now it’s time to go to market. One problem you will likely run into – and something that’s crucial in a successful sale is e ectively presenting your property.

Home staging is the perfect solution.

Essentially, it means paying to have your home dressed in a way that invites potential buyers to envisage themselves in it, and current market research is pretty clear on the fact that it helps properties to not only sell faster, but to sell higher too. The only issue with many staging packages is that, while they do promise to bring your empty space to life, they also require you to actually buy the furniture – an investment you’re unlikely to see a return on.

Ultimately, it boils down to maximising the profit from the sale of your property, whilst at the same time firing your uyers imaginations – helping them to see not just a house, but a future home.

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surfboard shapers on Lombok island at Banyu Surfboards. With no classical art training, Zee is self-taught, developing a creative talent for drawing and making that began when she was a young girl.

he tale of Zee’s life reads like an adventure novel. Her early education was far-removed from anything in the art world. She began by studying animal care and wildlife research in her home country of The Netherlands; a study that allowed her to travel the world.

She spent a time volunteering with the Atlantic Whale and Dolphin Foundation in Tenerife moving on to working in elephant shelters and on an organic farm. Zee tells me: “Travelling got me out of a pretty bad depression and helped me to open my mind.”

Learning to ‘glass’ the boards she was working on was Zee’s introduction to resin. As she looked around her she was inspired by the shapes, colours and textures of the ocean and had a desire to recreate them in resin. All of the materials had to be imported and it cost Zee six months of savings to obtain what she needed. With no-one to learn from, it was a case of trial and error: “I accidentally covered my bedroom floor in resin and almost set my wooden house on fire,” explains Zee.” I drove around for five hours once to find wood so I could build my own panels and wasted hundreds of pounds experimenting with this medium to find the techniques and textures that I wanted to achieve.”

Eventually, Zee settled in a small fishing village on Lombok, an Indonesian island famed for its beaches and surf spots, where she lived pretty much off grid in a little hillside cabin. Surfing dominated Zee’s daily life, from being on the water, working as a surf photographer and creating surfboard art alongside the first

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moving and owing. orking across three continents I have found that the resin ehaves very di erently depending on the climate and so you’re never quite sure what the end result will e it s a very e citing process. ince moving to ornwall, this has een the first time that I have been a le to concentrate solely on my art, giving it my full attention, rather than having to work three or four o s on the side.

Three years later and a move to Perth, Australia with her boyfriend Anthony, Zee was rewarded with her first e hi ition. Life in ustralia however was not meant to e. isa technicalities lead to a si hour interrogation, four days in an airport detention centre, followed y deportation via Indonesia ack to The Netherlands.

I laugh a out it now,� says Zee, ut I certainly wasn t laughing at the time. I had to leave my boyfriend way ack in ustralia to finish my e hi ition and to then sell all our elongings hat felt like seven long weeks later and the couple were reunited. nthony secured a o as a hydrographic surveyor which would take him o shore for work, meaning the world was now ee s oyster in terms of where she would settle.

It comes as no surprise that Zee has also managed to com ine her passion for surfing with her artistry.

Last year saw a colla oration with l um sur oards from alifornia, while closer to home, local shapers such as os and r o are incorporating ee s designs into their oards. longside her resin art, ee also creates ora inspired wall murals. contrast from the micro designs in the resin, these macro patterns can cover over s uare feet of wall, as can e seen at a recent installation at awgan orth, creating a dramatic e ect in a swimming pool area. ee s work has now found homes in over fifteen di erent countries worldwide.

nd so ee chose the ornish surf mecca of New uay, where she now creates her pieces from a small garden studio. Taking inspiration from her natural surroundings, a ove and elow the surface, ee uses a two part resin that she then colours with inks and powder pigments: I love the many coloured pots of resin that are the first part of the process. These are then poured on to irch panels and as you pour the resin it keeps

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“Buyers who were thinking of purchasing a continental retreat are also now contacting us saying they have changed their target destination to Cornwall,” Martyn explains.

“There are people who own smaller second homes in Cornwall who are now looking to trade it up to a much larger home, as they seek to either move, or spend much more of their time here. These are just a few examples of the market activity.”

t came as a surprise to many that the housing market re-opened quite so suddenly on 13th May and the first 100 days of activity that followed were unlike any other in recent history, proving the desirability of Cornwall is on more people’s minds across the country than ever before.

What Cornwall has to offer is obviously extremely topical right now, from its beautiful beaches and coastline to its open space and lower population density. Post lockdown, people’s life plans and priorities have most definitely changed. For example, those who were looking to retire in five years are bringing this forward and they are therefore wanting to move in a much quicker time frame.

The style of houses that are sought-after has also changed. The coastal properties have always been and will remain in highest demand, but the largest shift has been in the country market. Whether it is a comfortably sized family house in good-sized gardens and grounds, or larger

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to return to Cornwall with their families, and it’s the shift in work culture that is allowing it to happen sooner in life than people had first planned. The current situation is definitely changing people’s lives.”

country houses within more privacy and plenty of space to accommodate guests or multi-generational family members, the demand has lifted dramatically. Properties with established income streams too, are also proving extremely popular indeed, as Martyn predicted in issue 95 of our sister publication, Cornwall Living.

This combination has meant that it has been an incredibly busy few months for Rohrs and Rowe, resulting in a record number of sales being agreed over the summer period and there being a lack of property for sale in relation to the high demand. “If anyone is thinking about capitalising on the feel good factor in the market, I would urge them to get in touch in with us in order to discuss what we are able to offer that is very different to our competitors,” concludes Martyn.

A shift in work culture, Matthew states, manifested by Covid-19, means that more professional people are being afforded the flexibility of working from home: “We are finding that a lot of interest is from professionals, of both younger and older generations. Several of the buyers are also people born in Cornwall, who moved to other areas for educational or professional reasons and they are now able and wanting

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ccessed by an impressive 200-metre drive anked y fields, as you reach the house, you ll find a uni ue circular garden, with a pond and granite order hosting a variety of plants and trees. s you wander around to the rear of the property you ll find a eautiful garden with raised vegeta le eds, various sun trap patios, a large decked terrace and even a uilt in granite ar e ue. nd even if the weather is inclement, you can still en oy stunning rural views from the first oor sitting room.

Despite a host of modern fi tures and fittings, including under oor heating and engineered oak ooring, there are plenty of features throughout that give this home the feel of one uilt way ack when think feature granite walls, eautiful stone fireplaces, and a farmhouse style kitchen complete with walk in larder. inished to an e ceptional standard, with si and a half acres of ornish grounds ust minutes from t Ives, this five edroom home rings the traditional ornish farmhouse firmly into the st century.

HIGHER PENDERLEATH FARMHOUSE Guide price: ÂŁ1.1M SAVILLS CORNWALL 73 Lemon Street, Truro TR1 2PN 01872 243200 truro@savills.com

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ROOTED in history

A beautiful and stone-built rectory in the heart of rural north Cornwall.

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nce described by the late Sir John Betjeman as a ‘handsome Rectory of stone’, The Old Rectory was built in , its magnificent fa ade of local stone and part-walled gardens still intact today. This really is a charming, and indeed characterfilled home, dovetailing wonderfully with its wider setting.

t Tudy is a pretty, unspoilt village nestling between Bodmin Moor and the north Cornish coast. aving een awarded onservation Area’ status, it centres on the original Celtic graveyard and rade I listed parish church. ich with history, the village name derives from the 6th century monk, Tudy, who is strongly associated with the founding of monasteries and churches in Brittany.

Onto the property itself and, despite any preconceptions you may have from the outside, it is exceptionally spacious. And while it was uilt in the rts rafts period, there are elements of the accommodation that have a Victorian feel.

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Two reception rooms, a kitchen with oil fired , a generous study, three ath shower rooms, and various utility store rooms make up the living space. t the heart of the home is a gorgeous turning staircase that leads up to the first and second oors, and it s here that you ll find a total of seven edrooms.

Across the courtyard from the main house is the picturesque, self-contained two bedroom Coach House. Suitable for over ow guest accommodation, for dependant relatives, or as a holiday let, the oach ouse is also e tremely versatile and generous of space, with two bedrooms on the first oor, plus a generous kitchen, living room and athroom downstairs.

This has to be one of the most charming and characterful homes on the Cornish market, and with the north coast in easy reach, with its crystalline sailing waters, nationally renowned golf courses and abundance of celebrity owned restaurants, it’s an incredible opportunity for anybody hoping to switch to the laid-back luxury of a life in north Cornwall.

THE OLD RECTORY Guide price: ÂŁ1.5M JONATHAN CUNLIFFE 01326 617447

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IMPOSING country home

This gorgeous farmhouse remains true to its original charm and in doing so, epitomises the ‘country house’ idyll.

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mposing from the outside, as you step inside this Grade II listed country house you’re met with exceptionally generous accommodation, comprising six bedrooms including a superb master with en-suite potential. The interiors have been masterfully realised, drawing the very best from the uilding s stone uilt charm yet o ering a warm sanctuary in which to relax.

The large kitchen, dining and living room is incredible. It’s spacious enough to host even the largest of events, yet with a fireplace as a principal focal point and a large Aga stove at its heart, it feels equally warm and welcoming no matter how many (or few) are home.

When you add to all of the above three further reception rooms, a music room, snug, and a generous outbuilding currently purposed as a large garage, store and garden room; when you consider its five and a half acres of grounds and factor in its location in the Cornish countryside, Rosewastis really does epitomise the ‘country house’ idyll.

ROSEWASTIS Guide price: £1.25M ROHRS & ROWE 01872 306360 info@rohrsandrowe.co.uk

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WATERSIDE retreat

This private waterside home en oys agnificent estuary iews and boasts a private stone uay ooring and its own stretch of foreshore.

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ituated in mature gardens and grounds, this three bedroom waterside home comes with a separate one-bedroom guest cottage, a summer house and outbuildings, atop the sheltered banks of Restronguet Creek. In short, it’s a dream come true for those who love spending time on the water.

Appropriately named ‘Tranquil Waters’, this Cornish gem is found in a unique position of privacy and seclusion, with panoramic views of the water and the countryside beyond. The location is spellbinding, and the home only continues to impress as you cross the threshold.

The main house has a beautiful shaker style kitchen-dining room, with doors opening out onto a large wooden sun terrace, making summer entertainment a breeze. You’ll also find an L shaped sitting room with a vaulted ceiling and wood-burning stove, which also opens out onto the sun terrace and barbeque area. The accommodation comprises three beautiful bedrooms, including an en-suite

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master with its own private balcony. For seasonal family visits, the one-bedroom guest cottage is accessed at the first oor level, straight into the open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting room, with a beautiful oak staircase spiralling down to a fabulous en-suite bedroom. utside, you ll find a single storey, pavilion style summerhouse, with two separate rooms and a toilet, which could easily be made into additional self-contained accommodation (subject to consent).

There s also a garage with an o ce workshop attached, a garden store, plus a large wooden boathouse at the bottom of the drive – especially handy if you intend to make the most of your own private quay.

The area between Falmouth and Truro is renowned for its outstanding sailing waters and incredible oceanic vistas, and rarely does a property combine both in such a secluded and private setting. Representing the ultimate luxury seaside lifestyle, within easy reach of the conveniences of two ma or ornish towns, it s not often that this kind of opportunity finds its way to the open market.

TRANQUIL WATERS ÂŁ2.75M SAVILLS CORNWALL 73 Lemon Street, Truro TR1 2PN 01872 243200 truro@savills.com

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RURAL idyll

A beautiful collection of stone barns, sympathetically refurbished to the highest degree to o er e ceptional and spacious accommodation.

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longside The Stables – a generous two bedroom annexe attached to the main barn – the main house has a total of five edrooms, each with en suite facilities.

The master is particularly worthy of note, with its open eamed ceiling, en suite athroom, walk in dressing room and turning staircase leading to an additional storage space.

The kitchen dining room is e ually spectacular, measuring 32’ by 28’ and boasting woodblock worktops, a huge central island and a large at its heart. ith room aplenty for entertaining, French doors allow parties to spill out onto the terrace, which in turn ga es out across the reathtaking ornish countryside. pproached y a uiet no through lane and accessed via granite gateposts, the main house and annexe are surrounded by beautifully planned and manicured gardens that are a delight to spend time in. Indeed, ust four miles from the waters of owey and enveloped in secluded ornish countryside, with ample space for even the largest family and potential for a num er of di erent uses, Treverran arton is not likely to remain on the market for long.

TREVERRAN BARTON Guide Price: £1.25M JONATHAN CUNLIFFE 01326 617447

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YARDS FROM the harbour

A wonderful home with its own holiday accommodation, mere moments from the World Heritage Site of Charlestown harbour.

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ucked away in a beautiful location within Charlestown on Cornwall’s south coast, Polmear Farm comprises an attractive Georgian farmhouse, alongside two three-bedroom cottages, all set within two acres of beautifully maintained grounds.

Grade II listed, the current owners have carried out considerable improvements to the entire property during their ownership and today, the farmhouse o ers e ceptionally well balanced, three-storey accommodation.

The main house is beautifully presented throughout. The e terior displays an attractive combination for Cornwall of both stone and red brick; inside, contemporary interiors combine with traditional natural materials, ringing the home firmly into the 21st century whilst remaining sympathetic to its origins. ive edrooms and five athrooms make up the main accommodation here, all spread across the first and second oor.

These include a private and characterful suite on the second oor, with its own sitting area and bathroom. Downstairs, a large kitchen/breakfast room is truly the heart of the home, and its combination of wood and stone – in both the worktops and ooring serve as further evidence of the home’s charming blend of classic and contemporary.

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Immediately adjacent to the main property is a long stone building, constructed in an L-shape and now made up of two attractive holiday cottages. Named Seagull ottage and Dolphin ottage, each o ers a truly attractive option to those seeking an escape to the south Cornish coast, making this a lucrative holiday letting opportunity – perfect if you’re hoping to capitalise on Cornwall’s growing staycation market.

And taking cues from the main residence, each is replete with character features, including a stunning stairwell leading to a me anine, e posed wood frames in the ceilings, and shaker style kitchens that really round o the escape to the country vi e. ach o ers guests a total of three bedrooms and two bathrooms, which is ideal for any ody hoping to host the ne t Christmas get together, and a dream come true for any friends or family planning on visiting during the summer months, particularly with Charlestown harbour just moments away.

Add to all of this an open fronted, stone built former cart barn and two good si ed garages, offering e cellent further potential along with two gorgeous acres of grounds that include an orchard and Polmear Farm is a serious contender for anybody looking to relocate to the Cornish coast.

POLMEAR FARM Guide Price: £1.85M ROHRS & ROWE 01872 306360 info@rohrsandrowe.co.uk

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Driven

by STYLE A rand new o ering for those keen to capitalise on the ery est of ornwall s lu ury lifestyle.

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ith the recent announcement around the dropping of stamp duty, and with all signs pointing towards a self-catered staycation boom in Cornwall, the announcement of this stunning development of boutique apartments – commanding panoramic sea views on the fringes of Newquay – has been met with buzzing excitement. li dge is due to set a new level of style.

Paul Stephens, founder of Stephens and Stephens, the developer behind the project, says: “With their Mykonos/Ibiza infused vibe and cosmopolitan ethos and style, they are a truly beautiful addition to our portfolio.”

Complete with porcelain tiled bathrooms, contemporary sanitaryware and Porcelanosa designed kitchens, the aspirational new apartments at li dge have been masterminded by multi-award winning Cornish interior design agency, Absolute, ensuring bright, light and airy finishes. Taking their inspiration from the classic whitewashed Cycladic interior style typical of the contemporary Mediterranean, Mykonos or Ibiza, each apartment promises to provide an elevated level of holiday retreat

or lifestyle for guests, holiday homeowners and residents alike.

Fully glazed patio doors lead on to balconies for all apartments, so sunrises, sunsets and stargazing come as standard, and the apartments have been designed to have abundant storage options. In addition, all new owners have the option to use Absolute’s turnkey interior design service at no additional cost.

Now more than ever, a variety of reasons are coming to the fore for investing in holiday homes. Government changes to tax allowances around these types of properties, coupled with the ‘Brexit’ factor and, of course, the recent pandemic, means more people than ever are searching for sanctuary on home soil. Available for purchase through David Ball Agencies, these lu ury new homes atop the cli s of Tolcarne each are set to ecome a tempting prospect indeed. stephensandstephensdevelopers.co.uk davidballagencies.co.uk weareabsoluteuk.com

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The Cornish IDYLL

Never has owning your own slice of Cornish paradise been a more tempting prospect.

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n the wake of the current pandemic, with the threat of another lockdown lurking in the periphery, more people than ever are looking to trade in their busy lives for the rural Cornish idyll. And why not? Never has the world experienced restrictions like those placed on it in recent months, and that being the case, it’s only natural to look at your own four walls and wonder ‘is this really enough?’.

What we’re really talking about here is a sense of space and seclusion, something that Herons Lodge – a gorgeous Cornish bungalow just minutes from Restronguet Creek and the Fal river – has in spades. Having been immaculately refurbished in recent years, this charming home’s modest exterior in no way betrays the exceptional and contemporary living space, which has been wonderfully realised with materials that perfectly complement the locale.

Four bedrooms, including a delightful master suite, make up the accommodation.

Into the spacious kitchen-diner and you’ll find a com ination of solid wood and uart worktops, stunning cabinetry, and a central island housing a modern range-style oven – a dream come true for avid home cooks.

Outside, stocked with camellias, hydrangeas, ferns and more, the extensive gardens and grounds are simply beautiful. They include Cornish stone walls, two sunny paved terraces and raised vegetable beds. Add to this a generous driveway and integral double garage – the perfect space for hobbyists – and ‘room to move’ starts to take on a whole new meaning.

Popular with sailing enthusiasts, Loe beach is ust two miles away, o ering easy access for launching boats and opening up a world of sailing possibilities along the calm waters of the Fal estuary. For those who favour dry land, Cornwall’s cathedral city, Truro, is just five miles away, and the ohemian har our town of almouth is only ten, o ering between them a blend of independent and high-street brands, complemented by superb restaurants, trendy ars and uirky caf s.

With a guide price of £825,000 Herons Lodge is proof that nothing is too much to ask for.

That said, as more and more opt to trade in their busy lives for a private slice of paradise far from the madding crowd, opportunities like this are increasingly few and far between. philip-martin.co.uk

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WO R D S B Y DA N WA R D E N

Interior design – the art of enhancing the spaces in which we live – has never been more relevant.

Many of us have learnt to appreciate our homes more than ever, ut after so much time indoors we need some change to keep our interiors fresh and current. hen it comes to ringing a scheme to life, a little help goes a long way, particularly when it comes from the interior stylists at Truro s otton ills Design ouse. otton ills Design ouse supplies and fits made to measure curtains, linds, footstools, head oards, sofas and cushions, handmade in their ornish workrooms, as well as shutters, carpets and paint. This level of service and e pertise could not e more relevant, as otton ills, li ary e plains: nything from choosing a new paint colour or adding shutters can refresh a room or home and reinvigorate our most important spaces.

aving provided interior services over years, li and the team know how to roll with the times, and, in light of the changes we re all currently facing, now o er appointments in their showroom. They also o er a video call service, and can even send fa ric samples so that you do not need to set foot outside your home. owever, with a eautifully designed, purpose uilt showroom where you can view their e tensive range of fa rics and create a story oard for your scheme at no e tra charge, an appointment at the otton ills Design ouse is well worth setting time aside for. cotton-mills.co.uk

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The ultimate embodiment of what Bentley does, the Spur combines truly sporty and engaging drive with effortless performance. Indeed, it’s powered

by Bentley’s renowned W12 twin turbocharged TSI engine, an enhanced six litre unit that delivers the ultimate in performance, agility and dynamism, and which has already proven itself in the Continental GT. The Flying Spur’s fusion of cutting-edge electronics and artisan craftsmanship are a hallmark of this distinguished manufacturer’s forward-looking approach to technology, blending ease of use with exquisite design and functionality. Add to this Bentley’s signature luxe interiors and attention to comfort throughout the cabin, and the Flying Spur truly sets the bar for the modern luxury grand touring sedan.

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Seasonal SHIFT WORDS BY LUCY CORNES

Sensational food is a year-round fact of life on the Cornish coast. Discover what lies in wait this autumn at three celebrated restaurants in St Ives.

or food lovers especially, the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness o ers rich pickings, with a new larder of local ingredients gradually revealed. This is certainly the case for visitors to the three restaurants in the orthminster ollection overseen y ecutive hef and o wner ick mith. veryone has their favourite, whether it e the e uisite food and aw dropping views

at orthminster each af , the uirky cool of har ourside orthminster itchen, or the rela ed editerranean vi e of orthgwidden each af . ll three restaurants occupy ocean facing vantage points and make e cellent places to see and e seen. nd each has ecome a t Ives institution eloved of locals and visitors alike orthminster each af has een esta lished for more than years , standing the test of time while others have fallen foul of fashion.

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t s a fiercely guarded secret, ut autumn is the est time to e in t Ives. eptem er ushers in a slower pace, with more freedom to appreciate the eauty of the pictures ue har our town than the hustle and ustle of summer a ords. lustery eaches and meandering co led streets, cosy pu corners and window seats for wave watching autumn has a life a rming languor that suits this artistic, epicurean enclave.

riginally from ictoria, ustralia, ick came to ornwall in search of a great food scene and ritains answer to the each lifestyle he fell in love with t Ives and has made it his home. e egan as ead hef at the each af over years ago orthminster featured in a y on the wall T series of that name in . ick now oversees all three restaurants in the group crafting seasonal menus, refining the wine

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lists, perfecting the guest e perience and driving the professional development of plus sta , which includes a talented and of senior chefs. ornwall s growing attractiveness as a year round destination fuelled in part y a uoyant food culture now allows the orthminster ollection, along with many others in t Ives, to stay open all year. This marked change provides steady employment and career progression for those working in the sector, ut also importantly encourages a deeper connection with the annual food cycle. hen I first started working in t Ives seasonality was a real pro lem, e plains ick. Now we ust close for a few weeks in anuary. rom a chef s point of view, it s fantastic ecause we can make the most of the distinct seasons here in the U .

This deeper connection with the annual food cycle has encouraged ick to ecome a hyperlocal food pioneer, growing and foraging food to supplement the produce he orders from local suppliers. ence the natural larder in the immediate vicinity of t Ives ay dictates the direction of the menu. ach day one of the chefs em arks on the foraging run, whilst another gathers the daily harvest from the restaurant s uni ue coastal kitchen

garden. ick first started work on this plot a decade ago it has ecome a daily source of fresh avour and inspiration. e now employs an e perienced gardener to ensure it remains productive all year round, and every it of the small space yields something useful from fruit and vegeta les to her s, leaves and owers.

Lee ilson is ick s right hand man at this each side food oasis. Lee moved to t Ives years ago after falling in love with the ama ing produce and inspirational food culture of ornwall. fter spells in London to work with the likes of ason therton, and a road to serve as personal chef to the atari oyal family, he has settled once more in his favourite town as ead hef of orthminster each af . arly autumn is one of Lee s favourite times in the kitchen. That slow shift to earthier avours, the gentle introduction of richer tastes and te tures, and a fresh ounty from land and sea gives this creative chef new impetus after the relentlessness of the summer months. t the onset of autumn our cooking turns towards warming, earthy avours. The garden as well as our foraging missions along the each and coast path play a key role in that seasonal shift, e plains Lee. There s a rewarding range of staples around for the wild and home grown food enthusiast, especially erries, nuts and fungi ut also things like fennel and ale ander seeds. ne of our favourite autumn recipes is pork cheeks raised slowly in local cider and apple uice along with fennel and coriander seeds, says Lee. e serve this with a erusalem artichoke puree, toasted pine nuts and a splash of tru e oil those earthy, fruity, nutty, spicy notes are all uintessential autumnal avours for me. easonal wild food is also used to enhance the seafood which is the restaurant s mainstay the variety of fish landed is still relatively high at this time of year ut locally sourced meat plays an increasing role on the menu as winter looms

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on the hori on. ick is hoping to take part in a ornwall ildlife Trust initiative again this year, using meat from cattle which gra e their sites. e don t use a lot of eef here at orthminster, ut the aim is that when we do it will have the lowest environmental impact possi le, e plains ick. The ornwall ildlife Trust manages nature reserves across the county, many of which are gra ed with cattle.

The cattle naturally maintain the sites and make them attractive to wildlife. rass fed eef is much etter for the environment, has a good ratio of omega fatty acids and generally the avour is elieved to e superior.

It s not ust the ingredients that are shifting either, it s also the cooking methods. e tend to use more slow cooking techni ues at this time of year, says Lee. radually infusing avours, for e ample to get the layers of deeply rich and umami notes of our signature sticky pork dish these things take time ut it s worth it eanwhile at orthminster itchen, it s the arrival of ornish lemon sole and red mullet from the Li ard eninsula which ead hefs en rior and aul liver are looking forward to. ed mullet from adgwith ove on the Li ard is a particular delicacy caught y the small day oats which fish ust o the coast, its sustaina ility is closely managed. en and aul like to serve theirs poached in coconut milk and accompanied y white cra , compressed cucum er, celery salad, asmine rice and lime.

It s the perfect dish to en oy at a window ta le at the elevated har ourside restaurant, where the famously clear, rose tinted light of t Ives makes for a spectacular, constantly shifting vista. utumnal weather rings the est light conditions, as gentle golden sunshine alternates with dramatic dark lue and grey skies, all re ected in the waters of the ay and watched over y the sentinel form of odrevy Lighthouse in the distance.

It s a view which has inspired many generations of artists, including nthony rost whose work adorns the walls of orthminster itchen. reativity and playfulness are also given e pression in the food here, where local ingredients are given a refreshing twist often inspired y sian and editerranean cuisine. Dairy and gluten take a ackseat in favour of lighter te tures and intriguing, e perimental dishes. ushrooms, artichokes, celeriac, salsify and leeks are amongst the fresh produce that will e starring alongside autumnal seafood on the menu at orthminster itchen in the coming months. little later in the season game will e making an appearance at all three restaurants the timing coinciding nicely with a downturn in the local fishing catch. hen the weather gets rough towards the end of the year the oats can t get out, so we serve more red meat and game in our regularly changing menus, e plains en. e don t have to compromise on uality, we ust adapt, adds aul. I m e cited a out getting some fantastic partridge, pheasant and venison later in the season.

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eanwhile at orthgwidden each af , the seasonal shift sees the return of comfort food, t Ives style. The caf , nestled ne t to The Island, is a popular stop o for walkers out en oying the lustery each and near y coast path, and the large picture window and glass encased heated terrace make for some of the est wave watching vantage points in town. helter from the elements has ecome an art form here, where a cosy lanket and a lu urious hot chocolate are never far away. isitors to t Ives having negotiated the twists and turns of irgin treet, alu rious lace and Teetotal treet are delighted to discover the small and sheltered ay which is home to the caf . ead hef o ert ichael oversees operations here on a daily asis. Thanks to him, refuelling here with owls of hearty chowder packed with ornish fish, panang curry laced with warming spices, or a owl of steaming mussels served with chori o and tomatoes is liss. or dessert, a modern take on a traditional apple crum le is the perfect autumnal end to a meal, a lemon and chamomile ice cream acting as accompaniment and palate cleanser. utumn is a time for fresh ideas and e perimentation

at all three restaurants, says ick. e can e ultra adapta le, concentrating more on daily specials. If a local oat hauls a fantastic catch it can go straight on the menu that evening, or if we harvest a load of pepper dulse we ll get started on a atch of ornish Dashi our take on the apanese classic which uses local mackerel instead of onito akes com ined with the purplish seaweed which grows on near y rocks. Incidentally, any e cess seaweed is com ined with comfrey and used as a fertiliser for the garden. utumn is also an opportunity to refine and perfect the signature dishes which appear intermittently on the menu at all three restaurants. any of these favourites, such as monkfish curry, cra linguine, crispy s uid and orthminster s famous chocolate rownies, can e found in orthminster each af , The ook ook, which o ers a taste of t Ives in all seasons. porthminster.kitchen porthminstercafe.co.uk porthgwiddencafe.co.uk

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Harlyn Bay welcomes The Pig hotel, a quirky, garden-oriented 16th century house oozing with character.

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n 31st July, The Pig at Harlyn Bay opened its doors, inviting guests in for a heart-warming post lockdown getaway. ering an authentic and warm atmosphere and fresh delicious food, Pig hotels put their guests’ happiness at the heart of their service, and they never disappoint.

Faced with the new normal, The Pig are operating in line with government guidelines and prioritising guest safety, whilst still ensuring that guests are provided with the same attentive care and relaxing experience as before.

The Pig have several havens across Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Hampshire and Kent, each with its own personality, and the new hotel at arlyn ay is no di erent. Nestled amongst beautiful coastline, its location is described by The Pig’s Robin Hutson as “amongst the very best coastal settings anywhere in Cornwall”, with some of the county’s most celebrated beaches “a stone’s throw away”. The hotel

oasts panoramic sea views eyond its five acres of surrounding gardens.

The Grade II listed building itself is just as impressive. The Pig at Harlyn Bay is one of Cornwall’s most historic mansions, dating back to the 16th century with Medieval, Jacobean and Georgian features. The Stonehouse, which sits west of the main building and hosts additional rooms, is a traditional Cornish slate building with a Delabole slate roof. The long driveway leading up to the impressive establishment ignites a sense of awe for approaching guests, as the buildings stand proud and invite you in with their regal aura.

Stepping inside, the undeniable style is homely charm with a touch of luxury. Guests are welcomed into a traditional Map Room, greeted by a warming wood-burning stove.

Beyond this there is a picturesque snug sitting nearby to the hotel’s wine store, the perfect place to unwind with a glass, or perhaps a bottle, of your chosen grape.

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Caroline Cleave | Featured Artist 1st September to 29th September 2020 Taking the viewer on an uplifting journey through the natural beauty of Cornwall’s coastal flowers and ocean creatures, to a darker, more emotive sense of existing together in Cornwall through the pandemic, Caroline’s paintings and drypoint monotypes mark an important moment in the history of our shared creative and commercial community.

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Heading upstairs, The Pig boasts an abundance of unique and characterful rooms, the wide array of sizes and prices meaning that there is something to suit everyone without sparing any luxury. Guests can choose between a room in the Main House, with views across Harlyn Bay and the headland, or the tonehouse, which o ers views of the courtyard and vast gardens.

At the beating heart of every Pig Hotel is a kitchen garden. Bursting with fresh herbs and vegetables, everything grown in the garden dictates the seasonal menu and nothing is left to waste. This adds to the authentic, home-grown atmosphere; all produce is sourced locally, sustainably and with attentive care. The kitchen garden is the hub of the hotel, and at the end of it you ll find the magical otting heds, in which guests can truly relax and unwind with an array of massages and facial treatments – a surprise luxury experience

Rooms range from cosy and small with monsoon showers to luxury large rooms with four poster beds, freestanding baths and private terraces. Each has a sense of individuality in its finishing touches, yet all adhere to the rustic country house decor that is quintessential of The Pig. Expect distressed wood, brass embellishments, panelled walls, hand painted artwork and colour schemes of sea blues and earthy greens. All features are carefully chosen with the soul of the building and location in mind – in this case, a traditional and weathered manor on the windswept seaside.

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The arden agons o er a uirky twist on the country manor stay. Closer to nature ut still o ering all the lu ury comforts of a room, The Pig has four romantic wagons tucked away between the kitchen garden and the main house, each featuring a king sized bed, log burner, en-suite bathroom with monsoon shower and freestanding baths alongside a private outdoor shower, for those who prefer their bathing al fresco. Described as the ‘most comfortable, sexiest Shepherd’s Huts on the planet’, the wagons are perfect for any couple looking for a romantic and adventurous getaway.

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The Pig encourages guests to connect with nature, and the blend of luxurious treatment in a home grown, garden style environment inspires a sense of natural harmony.

The food is another wonder of The Pig experience. Everything is driven by the gardens, from which the chef crafts a menu that is simple, seasonal and embraces the fresh and vi rant avours that the nglish garden has to o er. The mile menu supports local farmers and producers, supplying any extras that cannot be grown on site. These include delicious local Tarquin’s gin and produce from Ross Geach – former head chef for Rick Stein’s and owner of Padstow Kitchen Garden. ornwall is often descri ed as the U s foodie capital and The Pig at Harlyn Bay makes the most of this exciting reputation.

Dine on seafood fresh from the ocean, local meats and cheeses from surrounding farmland, and even sa ron a tradition in Cornish cuisine. And with an incredible wine list to choose from, each dish on the menu can e paired perfectly, for the ultimate fine dining experience.

Uni ue to The ig is their rand new Lobster Shed. In the place of an old Pig Sty, this food outlet serves up fresh lobster, crab, oysters, meats and veggies straight from the wood oven and charcoal fired grill. inish o with a delicious Old School Ice Cream sundae and a choice of Cornish cider or eer, or perhaps a glass of amel alley fi or Pig Hut’s very own rosé. The Lobster Shed’s signature ‘Lobster and Camel’ is a must – a feast of lobster, thrice cooked chips and a signature pinot noir rosé brut, all served al fresco in the serenity of the surrounding gardens.

The Pig brand themselves as being ‘home grown in every way’. They embrace what they have available, rejecting the norms of designed hotels by emphasising home grown food, informal and authentic service and a genuine commitment to the environment.

The ig at arlyn ay o ers a ornish twist on this brand’s homely charm, incorporating seaside avours and aesthetics into a lu ury rustic garden ased e perience, with incredible results. thepighotel.com/at-harlyn-bay

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A unique maritime enclave with Mediterranean overtones.

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t’s been more years than I can remember since I visited Mylor Yacht Harbour.

Cutting my teeth as a young yachting journalist, this would be our destination of choice to photograph products on the marina’s board walks or to interview visiting yachtsmen and women, squeezed into cockpits, clutching steaming mugs of tea, shooting the ocean breeze. A recent visit, however, revealed that Mylor harbour has become so much more than just a marina. The sum of its parts have combined to create a unique waterside destination.

Two hundred years ago this was England’s smallest naval dockyard in one of the world’s most strategic ports, home of the naval training ship, HMS Ganges and the Packet ships, and centre for the French Resistance during the Second World War. We chose to park a little way out of the port so that we could walk down through the parish churchyard of St Melorus. We walked past many graves of those who made their living on the sea, including those of several Packet ship captains and more than 60 of the men and boys of HMS Ganges, infamous for its harsh conditions and zealous discipline.

ylor is now home to the last eet of oyster fishing oats under sail and has ecome a haven for water-lovers of all types. I would be hard-pushed to ever again align so many good things all in one evening. The sky was blue, the air warm. A gentle breeze was creating my favourite sound of halyards clinking against masts. The marina was full of every vessel you could imagine, from small pocket cruisers to sleek 40-footers, RIBS to rowing boats and a couple of large modern motorboats that wouldn’t have looked out of place in Monaco. In fact, the whole feel was Mediterranean. We were there for dinner at Castaways, Mylor’s social hub. Serving delicious food and drinks to day visitors, locals and sailors alike we spent a happy evening watching a new world unfold. As we sat down at a table on the quayside, I leaned back against the warm wall and with the sun on my face I could have been thousands of miles away.

In modern times, Mylor’s heritage lies in its marina, boatyard and marine services. With one of the largest boat storage facilities in the south west, Mylor’s dry storage extends up the

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The marina itself is world class. erths are arranged in a unique horse-shoe shape, making entering and leaving simple, straightforward and stress-free. You can choose to berth annually, for the duration of the summer or as a visitor for a few days or a few hours. Each berth is fully serviced and with 24-hour CCTV and night security the only thing owners need worry about is where to explore next. The Carrick Roads, and nearby Fal Estuary and Helford River, combine to create the ultimate cruising paradise – think calm, tree-lined passages, hidden creeks and deserted beaches, inaccessible by foot.

However, adrenaline junkies should not despair as almouth ay o ers e citing year round sailing and in ‘normal’ times a full race and regatta calendar. It was uncertain that this year’s Falmouth Sailing Week Regatta would go ahead but with the support of local sailing and yacht clubs and full week of racing was achieved. Mylor Yacht Harbour MD, Neil Salter commented: “Mylor Yacht Harbour is all about boating so we want to promote local boating in as many ways as we can and supporting events such as Falmouth Sailing Week is one way we can do this. We’ve supported the event for many years and want to continue to do so in the future. Sailing events like this bring together like minded people who have a shared passion and whilst there is

always a good competitive spirit, there’s also a sense of community that comes with this – it rings people together and gives a di erent dimension to enjoying boating.”

Over the last 20 years, a £7million investment programme has seen the port go through a huge transformation. Bought by Roger and Dinah ra y in , their vision was to create a harbour community like no other. In order to protect the Grade II listed quay, the old yacht club was demolished, replaced by a contemporary new building in 2011. The project cost over £1million and incorporates Café Mylor and Watersports’ shop. This is now a fitting home for ylor acht lu , its si ty plus year history and near mem ers. hower locks and a new marina o ce were also added as well as the renovation and preservation of some of the harbour front buildings to create four-star, self-catering holiday homes. Mylor Harbourside Holidays o ers a range of accommodation, from two storey cottages to single storey apartments, sleeping up to eight people. Even if you don’t have a boat you can stay here and experience all that ylor har our has to o er. The ra ys always wanted ylor to e inclusive, o ering a place to visit for salty seadogs and landlubbers alike, and that has been achieved, in spades. mylor.com

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An art deco sea water lido run by and for the community, Penzance’s Jubilee Pool is a treasure both locally and nationally.

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nown as the jewel in the crown of Penzance, the Jubilee Pool is an important site of cultural heritage.

Being the UK’s largest and most celebrated sea water pool, it is famous for its stunning features and seaside location.

The Jubilee was unique from its very opening in 1935. Opened on the year of King George V’s Silver Jubilee, it embodied a sense of celebration and community which has stuck to this day. Designed in the 1930s by Captain F Latham, the pool sits upon the Battery Rocks near Penzance Harbour. Being on the sea front, the pool was built with the ocean waves in mind, its triangular walls streamlined to protect the picturesque curved pool inside.

replacement that is timed with the incoming tides, meaning the water is always fresh.

The main pool is not heated and sits at just a couple of degrees warmer than the ocean, making the first dive in slightly bracing!

However, the high walls act as a sun trap, turning the pool into a sheltered haven – perfect for a spot of sunbathing.

The history of the pool, however, has not always been so picturesque. Due to its location, it is still at the mercy of the unpredictable Cornish coast, and despite its protective design, disaster struck on Valentine’s Day 2014 when large storms caused great damage to the pool. Its serene architecture was torn apart and the pool was forced to close for two years.

The Grade II listed structure is marked by its striking Cubist style of geometric steps, the pattern of white walls contrasting the dazzling blue of the seawater pool. The Art Deco serenity shines through, its blend of futuristic and traditional architecture making it a vision to behold.

As a seafront pool, it has no mechanical filtration and minimal chemical treatment, allowing for a natural seawater swimming experience. The quality of water is maintained with a careful regime of cleaning and water

A B OV E The 1935 Opening Ceremony; Professor Hicks, aged 86, takes ‘The first plunge’. Image contributed by Maggie Meadows.

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the pool make visits memorable for anyone who attends, and the archive allows an insight into the wide array of people from all walks of life who have en oyed an afternoon of athing from decades before – it is truly a place of heritage.

The pool s longevity has solidified it as a cultural hub, a sanctuary of memories for visitors across the years. It now has its own cultural archive, a vast collection of photographs and artefacts from across the decades all centred around people’s memories of the pool. And soon to be on display in the newly open Community Space you ll find some interpretation oards samples from the collection – which are accessible for free when the space is not reserved for an event or meeting. The distinct design and location of

The pool will be heated to a temperature of degrees, a delight after the invigorating coolness of the main pool. Cleaning will be done through a state of the art U filtration system which does not disrupt the natural sea water.

Knowing that all heat and water in the pool is natural makes the experience all the more enjoyable. Who doesn’t enjoy a bit of al fresco sustainable bathing? xxxxx

Yet what has always remained at the heart of the lido, and what got it through those trying times, was the sense of community spirit that Jubilee Pool embodies. Community owned and funded, the pool runs as a social enterprise with all funding going back into its upkeep. It has a special place in the hearts of Penzance locals, some of whom have visited year upon year. When the pool hosted its Grand Reopening in 2016, it was greatly celebrated; visitors included Arthur Meadows, a long-time pool user who had even attended the original opening ceremony back in 1935.

At the end of August, the new geothermal pool opened, situated in one corner of the main pool. An exciting addition to the sea water pool, the geothermal pool was funded by generous community donations and revolutionises the idea of eco-friendly swimming. Nicola Murdoch, the Interim COO of the Jubilee Pool, gives some more insight ahead of the pool’s opening. The project has taken longer than intended but Nicola insists “we are really e cited to finally e a le to open the facility to the public”. Clever and sustainable engineering allows the geothermal pool to operate – warm water will be extracted from a 410m deep geothermal well and distributed into the pool whilst the colder water is re-injected into the ground. This sustains the temperature of the pool with a very low carbon footprint and is the first system like this in the U . opefully, as Nicola asserts, it will act as a “showcase for geothermal, low carbon heat supply” bathing.

Nicola also reveals a range of packages linked to the geothermal pool. Guests will be able to book a “dip and dine” package and enjoy a freshly cooked meal after their swim, a sundowner package” for evening bathing or an “indulgence package” which includes a massage or relaxation treatment alongside the geothermal session.

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The latest Covid-19 guidelines mean that the pool must operate on a reduced capacity, but technically this allows for more space to enjoy a truly tranquil experience.

Visitors can also dine during their trip to the lido.

The poolside caf o ers freshly made reakfast rolls and cakes, lunches of sandwiches and salads and exciting specials such as whitebait with tartare and lemon. It caters to vegetarian and vegan diets too, leaving nobody hungry.

The Jubilee Pool has always had community, wellbeing and authenticity as its core and the opportunities the new geothermal pool brings only adds to this. From next spring, a new Health Care Referral scheme launches, in which, Nicola explains, key target groups will be able to access the geothermal pool for free as part of treatment or rehabilitation plans.

“Participants will be referred to the scheme by their doctor or specialist practitioner,” she tells us, explaining that sessions will e led y ualified instructors. The pool does not only have the health of the planet in mind, but the health of its community as well.

Environmentally friendly, community driven and visually beautiful, it is no wonder Penzance’s Jubilee Pool is loved by so many.

Its five million litre sea water pool o ers a safe haven for visitors to enjoy the delights that the ornish ocean has to o er, and is accessi le to everyone.

The lido has a fascinating history, and fortunately, its future looks just as promising. jubileepool.co.uk

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aving lives is this charity s mission.

Despite the pandemic, illness and in ury were not put into lockdown and it was incredi ly important that the charity operations adapted to make sure the crew and helicopter could respond to those in their hour of need..

The crew have continued to attend children and adults, including those who are suspected ovid cases, ringing their enhanced critical care skills. Under guidelines, the crew have een permitted to transport confirmed ovid patients y air. The ritical are aramedic Team are wearing for all patients and enhanced levels of for the patients procedures that carry the most significant risk of infections.

The pilots are also wearing and where possi le, avoiding any patient contact. The charity installed a fa ric screen to segregate the cockpit from the clinical space of the helicopter to help further protect pilots, who are a scarce resource. ore rigorous cleaning is eing carried out etween missions to not only protect the crew, ut to protect other seriously ill or in ured patients. ith a usy summer season, an in u of visitors puts an even greater importance on the air am ulance remaining in the skies.

ith more people in the Duchy and greater num ers outdoors, mission num ers can often dou le or triple over the summer months. It is vital that the crew can continue to meet this demand, ut it needs your help. predicted loss of at least million y the end of the year is e pected due to the closure of charity shops and the cancellation of fundraising events. This sustained lack of fundraising could mean the charity has to take steps to reduce the cost of operations, which could include reducing the num er of hours the helicopter ies every day. e don t want anyone to e left ehind ecause of the knock on impact of this pandemic, e plains ir perations cer, teve arvey. e have a rand new aircraft, with increased capa ilities, we want to make sure we can continue to use it to its full potential. ut the reality is, without the funding we need, we might have to look at changes in the way we operate. The aircrew have worked hard to keep ying during the pandemic, and we have adapted our ways of working. ith your help we will e a le to continue to ring the level of care we currently do to as many seriously sick and in ured patients as possi le. cornwallaira

ulancetrust.org

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BY JONATHAN JONES

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n Tregothnan’s nearly 700-year history, there have been plagues, pestilence and wars - now distant periods of history that we might read about in books. In another 700 years, the team at Tregothnan might read about the year 2020, when the whole world came to a standstill to unite in defeating the global pandemic.

Lockdown posed di erent challenges to everyone, but perhaps the most testing was to be prohibited from seeing loved ones, family and friends. So, we turned to the one thing that can always soothe stress and ease anxiety.

We drank tea. Lots of it.

In fact, sales of tea soared throughout the tumultuous time. Grocery stores reported an increase y m in tea and co ee sales in the past three months, and an additional £19m on iscuits marking a shift away from waiting in line for your skinny, decaf, tall cappuccino, towards popping the kettle on. The small team here at Tregothnan struggled to keep up with demand for online sales, with 12 times as many orders for the Most British Tea in History as normal. People were consoling themselves with a cup of tea, sharing their favourite brews online with friends and family via video calls.

Tea is the world’s favourite drink, not just here in the UK but around the globe. At Tregothnan we see a lot of orders going to the US, the Far East and across Europe. We have Tregothnan tea drinkers from Germany to

Japan and many places in between. During lockdown we’ve had heart-warming messages from nurses in New York, saying they get through every long shift y focusing on a cup of our Earl Grey at the end. In fact, we’re currently creating a British and American blend made with tea from Alabama and here in Cornwall – it will e the first time it’s been done and should be ready in time for autumn’s arrival. ith the lift of lockdown, Cornwall has welcomed an in u of visitors with many more people choosing a staycation rather than going abroad. From early July our Wild Escapes cottages have been fully booked, with the housekeeping team working around the clock to maintain the high standards of hygiene and cleanliness our guests have always come to expect.

Although Britons are still operating with a certain degree of caution, we’re starting to see a lift in the num er of people taking tea out of home. Trade is returning to life with a raging new thirst and 2021 is already shaping up to be an exciting year for Tregothnan.

We continue to expand travel routes from Cornwall across the country and beyond with GWR and Eurostar. We begin work with the Iconic Luxury Hotels group and look forward to making bespoke blends for collaborative projects with world-leading watch makers and Hollywood studios… tregothnan.co.uk

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