Kids Love Cornwall Living 14

Issue 14 | July 2017 | £1.00

Tasty treats

Try our homemade summer sizzler burgers on the barbeque

Summer

Splash!

Enjoy buckets of family fun and a ‘Summer of Science’ at Camel Creek Adventure Park

un in F THE SUN Cornwall’s best days out from waterparks to zoos

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From the editor

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to our special summer issue of Kids Love Cornwall Living!

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With the holiday season gathering momentum, it’s time to create your essential summer checklist: sun cream, hats, and (of course) a copy of Kids Love, as usual packed with ideas for family adventures! Days out across Cornwall, a tasty recipe and summer page-turners... you’ll find them all in the following pages.

Camel Creek Adventure Park presents its ‘Summer of Science’ (page 8), promising to both educate and enrapture the little ones. All the family can make a splash at Retallack’s wacky waterpark (page 7). And why not pay a visit to Newquay Zoo to meet the exotic inhabitants, from zebras to lions (page 17). We love open-air theatre and, in our completely impartial view, nowhere does it better than Cornwall! Find out what’s happening at Trebah Garden’s fabulous amphitheatre (page 10).

It’s barbeque season, so we enlisted a little help from our favourite chef, Lizzie of Little Kitchen Magicians, to cook up some summer sizzler burgers (page 18). They are homemade and support our Cornish farmers and producers – what’s not to love?

And in ‘Bookworms’, we suggest some more great reads from the shelf (page 15) – so, when not out exploring, you can find a spot of shade and delve into a good book.

Whilst you’re out and about across the Duchy, keep a look out for copies of the brand new 2017/2018 edition of our handy pocket-sized Kids Love Cornwall Living guide, with yet more ideas to plan your day out at a glance.

From all of us here at Kids Love, have a fantastic summer!

M andy

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Contents 4 News

All the action in Cornwall this summer

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7 Making a splash

Wicked watersports at Retallack

8 Eureka!

On the cover

A summer of science at Camel Creek

10 A show beneath the stars

Captivating open-air theatre at Trebah Garden

13 Live to learn

We discover more about Penair School

15 Bookworms

Our pick of page-turners for the summer holidays

Family fun at Camel Creek Adventure Park. Turn to page 8 to find out more about the ‘Summer of Science’.

17 Safari summer

Wild adventures beckon at Newquay Zoo

18 Tasty treats

It’s barbeque time with these yummy burgers

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A summer of fun at Kestle Barton If you’re looking for the perfect, family-friendly destination this summer, head to Kestle Barton, located on the footpath between Helford Village and Frenchman’s Creek. Kestle Barton is an art gallery in a restored ancient barn, beautiful informal gardens and wild flower meadow, with free admission, ample parking and light refreshments. You’ll find a range of wonderful exhibitions and events over the summer, including these ones just for kids.

Saturday 22nd July is ‘Story Day’, featuring reading, writing and illustrating workshops for children, as well as singing, dancing and storytelling from Story Republic and the launch of Judy Scrimshaw’s new book, Morgowr and the Leatherback Turtle. Admission is free and all are welcome.

‘Art Garden Summer Art Club’ is on every Wednesday, from 19th July to 30th August (10.30am to 12pm) for curious, creative kids up to 11 years old. Enjoy making and doing from nature with Heads & Hands artist, Lucy Grant. Admission is free but booking is essential.

For more information call 01326 231811 or visit www.kestlebarton.co.uk

New business adventure for mum, with help from Outset Cornwall Marine scientist and mum of two, Rhiannon Pipkin, has just launched a fun new craft business, inspired by spending quality time with her children thanks to support from business start-up experts, Outset Cornwall.

Feltosaur on Tour, a noneedle dinosaur craft kit that conforms to British toy safety standards is a totally safe activity for young children to engage in as they create their own unique felt dinosaur. While searching the Internet for new business start-up support, Rhiannon came across Outset Cornwall. Impressed by the fully-funded advice and guidance provided, Rhiannon tells us: “I was really blown away by the level of support on offer.

Going to workshops and being surrounded by like-minded people was really helpful, as they were all enthusiastic and supportive, with amazing ideas.”

Outset Cornwall is funded by the European Regional Development Fund, DCH and the Outset Foundation.

For more information visit www.outsetcornwall.co.uk

Judy Scrimshaw’s latest book is hot off the press!

Morgowr and the Leatherback Turtle is the latest tale from Judy Scrimshaw, recounting the adventures of Morgowr (Cornish for ‘sea giant’), our legendary Cornish plesiosaur.

In this eagerly anticipated sequel to The Ballad of Morgowr, our returning hero rescues an adult leatherback turtle off Lizard Point, who is in distress from eating jetsam, mistaking a floating plastic bag for food. This leads her onto an epic Caribbean adventure with a flotilla of plesiosaurs, a submarine volcano and endangered hatchling turtles!

Written in rhyming verse, the book introduces a moral about the dangers of flotsam and jetsam, alongside additional fact pages for older children and adults.

Morgowr and the Leatherback Turtle officially launches on Saturday 22nd July from 1pm to 2pm at the Festival of Children’s Literature Story Day at Kestle Barton, Manaccan, Helston. The festival itself is open from 10.30am to 4pm and admission is free, so we look forward to seeing you there!

For more information call 01326 231811, email judy@grannymoff.com or visit www.grannymoff.com

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Going underground at Poldark Mine With the recent heat wave that we’ve experienced, you’ll no doubt be looking for family days out that provide a bit of shade from the sun. One of our favourites is a trip to Poldark Mine, set in four acres of riverside woodland and gardens on the River Cober valley.

Cornwall’s only complete underground tin mine, just outside of Helston, really is unique – an exceptionally well-preserved piece of Cornish heritage that offers the chance to discover more about your history, with fun and education in equal measure.

Explore the underground labyrinths and caverns, learn about tin production, marvel at the mighty mid-century beam engine and explore the museum and open-air exhibits. The underground tours are considered to be “one of the two most atmospheric mine tours in Europe,” by the former chairman of English Heritage, perfect for getting those ‘wow’ reactions from the kids. What’s more, a brass band plays at the mine most Sundays from 2pm to 4pm, ensuring your experience of Cornish heritage is accompanied by wonderful traditional music.

Up-to-date details can be found on Poldark Mine’s Facebook page.

For more information visit www.poldarkmine.org.uk or call 01326 573173

Securing the keys to your new family home

So, you’ve found the dream family home. But buying and selling property is stressful. Finding yourself in a chain of transactions can feel as if you’re wading through mud while wearing shackles.

Suddenly you’re waiting on people in different parts of the country, and finding out reliable information is tough.

Stress is usually caused by two things: lack of control, and setting your heart on certain moving dates. The moving date will be determined by the slowest person in the chain. No matter how much other people want (or demand!) a certain date, if Bob in Newcastle still awaits his mortgage offer, it isn’t going to happen.

The best way to keep your sanity is to be very flexible, and instruct a pro-active solicitor who will chase on your behalf.

For advice on any of the above issues and to discuss your individual circumstances, call Kevin Craner on 01288 353542 or visit www.sampson-solicitors.co.uk

Open an exciting new chapter with Novel English Do your children love reading, acting and creative writing?

Novel English appeals to all children who seek the carefree, adventurous and exciting lives that are portrayed in great children’s literature, offering the opportunity to enjoy a unique residential experience exploring a genre, or an admired author, at the same time as living in the limitless cowshed dormitory. Convert the beds into dens and ships, enjoy midnight feasts, set off on moonlit walks, draft scripts, share stories with friends, get ready for a field trip to explore a story setting, make props or simply read and chat by torchlight!

This season, Novel English is offering a wide variety of authors and genres to choose from including Black Beauty, The Hobbit, Missee Lee, The Hound of the Baskervilles, novels by Henry Treece, Tom’s Midnight Garden, and The Secret Garden, plus the established famous writers courses, which includes Shakespeare, Charles Dickens, Jane Austen and many more.

Whichever novel you choose, it will be an exquisite exploration of timeless themes, precisely drawn characters, and stylised narration. Children leave Novel English even more obsessed by authors, reading and writing while also looking relaxed having had a week, a weekend or a day of fun!

For more information email enquiries@novelenglish.co.uk or visit www.novelenglish.co.uk

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Explore local art and craft in our free galleries, heritage through our History Trail and enjoy memorable experiences together in our theatre.

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MAKE A SPLASH! From excited little ones to energetic teens, there’s something for everyone at Retallack Resort & Spa this summer.

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etallack Resort & Spa has everything you need to enjoy a family holiday.

With luxury lodges large enough to accommodate the whole family, as well as those with nurseries and even one designed especially for families with twins, your stay is guaranteed to be comfortable.

There are activities to keep children of all ages entertained, including ‘The Den’ kids’ club, with its full timetable of activities, as well as the soft play area and outdoor playground. And, if parents fancy some grown-ups-only time, make use of the babysitting service to enjoy a romantic evening where two’s company.

But the real pièce de résistance is the huge, ‘total wipeout’ style floating inflatable Aqua Park – even bigger and better for 2017. Beloved of both children and the young at heart, it features a giant trampoline, catapult, water wheel, ‘stepping stones’ climbing wall, slides and lots more. Race your friends around the course, watch them wipeout, try and beat the obstacles and hurl yourself into the water – more fun than you could dream of!

And for younger guests, the first session of the day is exclusively for 6 to 11 year olds and their parents or guardians.

The fun doesn’t stop there – why not carve up the lake at the Wake Park, give stand-up paddleboarding a try, roll around in a water zorb or surf the FlowRider? What better way to wear the little ones out? And after all that, you’ll be ready to grab a bite to eat at the Beach Café. If staying on dry land is more your cup of tea, enjoy a round on the pitch and putt course, or even a game of tennis. Why not enjoy a relaxing morning’s fishing in the site’s fully stocked coarse fishing lake?

Really, there are many ways to enjoy a holiday at Retallack Resort & Spa, but not just for the kids – so why not book your break and let the team take care of the rest?

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EUREKA! Experience the Summer of Science at Camel Creek Adventure Park.

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f you’re looking for a catalyst for scintillating summer fun, then head down to Camel Creek Adventure Park for its sensational Summer of Science!

The extraordinary Summer of Science is packed with fascinating facts, exciting experiments, silly scientists and more atmosphere than anywhere else in the hemisphere!

Discover where we’ve come from, what we’re made of and some of the most mind-blowing scientific facts in the multiverse. Did you know that a huge stegosaurus had a tiny brain the size of a walnut, a diamond is just a lump of coal that did well under pressure and that if you stretched out all the DNA in your body it would stretch from the Sun to Pluto and back – 17 times? That’s an unfathomable 62 billion miles!

With a colourful spectrum of exhilarating rides, a gigantic indoor play centre, outdoor fun, water flumes and the UK’s most hi-tech 5D Super Sim Theatre (look out for the new time-travel film coming this summer!), Camel Creek is the perfect place to be, whatever the weather, and is sure to evaporate boredom at the speed of light!

A day at Camel Creek will always guarantee a positive reaction, so experience Camel Creek’s Summer of Science and by the time you leave you’ll be sure to know Uranium from Uranus!

CAMEL CREEK ADVENTURE PARK Tredinnick, Wadebridge PL27 7RA 01841 540276 cornwall.fun@camelcreek.co.uk www.camelcreek.co.uk

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BENEATH THE STARS Over the coming summer holidays, why not check out Trebah Garden’s full summer line up of outdoor entertainment?

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rebah Garden, with acres of lush, colour-adorned walkways to explore, makes for a fantastic summer afternoon with the kids and this summer, Trebah is pleased to announce a full line up of live music, comedy and traditional theatre, including many family shows.

Al fresco theatre has become a great Cornish tradition. It’s a brilliant way to get the whole clan together, whether it’s in the daytime or the evening; bring blankets, fizzy-pop for the little ones and wine for yourselves, and prepare for an exciting walk through the garden, before a performance under the stars. You won’t need a seat, as the Trebah amphitheatre has raised terraces and hireable back support cushions, and forget about bringing a picnic, too – Trebah Kitchen offers a different street food dish for each performance, but you’ll need to book in advance.

With so much to see, do and explore, you might as well make a day of it, especially as

tickets are valid for garden entry from 2pm.

You can even bring the dog, but be aware that four-legged friends are unable to attend the evening performances.

Shows this season include those from award-winning local companies, such as The Emperor’s New Clothes from Illyria and The Third Policeman from Miracle Theatre. Or, if innovative puppetry sounds like something you’d like to see, be sure to catch the talented Smoking Apples.

Daytime performances inlcude Craig from Squashbox, with his Curious Creatures show. Young families can look forward to Folksy Theatre’s Smartest Giant in Town, which brings the characters of Julia Donaldson’s famous book to life, just before the school holidays come to an end.

For full details of the coming season and how to book, visit the Trebah Garden website.

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enair is an 11 to 16 mixed academy based in the heart of Truro. We catch up with Headteacher, James Davidson, to discover more about the school and its ethos. “Our purpose is to create a caring learning community where everyone is valued for who they are and encouraged to reach their full potential and go beyond what they expect from themselves,” explains Mr Davidson.

“We believe school life must be a positive and memorable experience that will ensure our students have rewarding and successful lives and are fully prepared for the future.”

Penair nurtures the strong ties it has made with its partner primary schools and works closely with them throughout the year to ensure a smooth and supportive transition to Penair. As Mr Davidson tells us, excellent communication is the foundation on which the school philosophy is built.

“For the children we welcome outside of the designated area who have not benefited from our comprehensive range of transition activities, our support team have structures in place to give you peace of mind.” Penair’s latest Ofsted inspection has recognised it as a good school, and views Penair as a courteous community, with proud pupils who understand the importance of fundamental British values.

“Our caring ethos makes Penair a safe and

happy place to learn, and our students thrive in this supportive environment,” adds Mr Davidson.

If you’d like to discover more about Penair, the school has organised an open evening on Thursday 21st September, from 5pm to 8pm, where parents and children have the opportunity to speak with staff and students and take part in a range of exciting and engaging activities, as well as viewing showcase lessons.

PENAIR SCHOOL

St Clement’s Hill, Truro TR1 1TN 01872 274737 www.penair.cornwall.sch.uk Find more like this: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Summer page-turners Find some shade, curl up with one of our reads and let the story unfold!

ONE SILVER SUMMER

Rachel Hickman

THE PIRATE BLUNDERBEARD

Amy Sparkes & Ben Cort

A beautifully realised, fairy tale romance, One Silver Summer is the debut novel from emerging talent Rachel Hickman, inspired by her family’s annual visits to the Roseland. This moving comingof-age story, set in an authentic and atmospheric Cornish landscape, follows heroine Sass as she encounters her first true experiences of loss and love.

No stranger to children’s publishing, Rachel has worked with many of the greats, including Roald Dahl, and set up her own acclaimed publishing house, before stepping into the limelight.

This fun-loving pirate takes you on an epic adventure in which the ‘Worst.

Pirate. Ever.’ tries to win the Pirate of the Year Award. To accomplish this, he only needs to fight an enormous sea monster, beat his brother at something and find some hidden treasure… simple! A rip-roaring read that the children will love, featuring lively illustrations from Ben Cort, follow the larger-than-life pirate’s journey and see how he fares.

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MORGOWR AND THE LEATHERBACK TURTLE

(TINTIN IN CORNISH)

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Judy Scrimshaw

The perfect book for those who would like to practise reading in Cornish and learn some new words and phrases. The story follows renowned hero, Tintin, as he embarks on yet another adventure, but this time translated into our very own Cornish language! The translation is brilliant and the story superb, and with the illustrations, even if you don’t understand every word, you won’t get lost!

Morgowr, the legendary Cornish plesiosaur, returns in this epic new adventure from Judy Scrimshaw. Morgowr rescues a distressed leatherback turtle, before embarking on a Caribbean adventure featuring baby turtles, a flotilla of plesiosaurs and a submarine volcano called Kick ’em Jenny. A beautifully illustrated and written rhyming tale for children and grown-ups.

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Safari Summer Enjoy a wild adventure for all the family at Newquay Zoo this summer.

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ith the arrival of summer comes the inevitable question of what to do to keep everyone suitably amused. While the beach beckons, there are many other exciting adventures available, such as a visit to the ever-enthralling Newquay Zoo. So why not join the team on Safari this summer holiday? Whether two or 82, a trip to Newquay Zoo is a great day out for all ages, with plenty to see and do to keep both little ones and big ones entertained.

Take part in the Safari trail, find the clues and learn about the rare and endangered animals that live at the zoo. Hand in your trail sheet for a chance to win an animal adoption. You might even get a chance to adopt Roxy the sloth, who lives high in the trees of the Tropical House and is often spotted having a snooze!

Watch the African lions have their lunch, listen to the talks, and learn some fun facts. Pop in and see Pickle the penguin teaching his younger friends how to swim

and see if you can spot all of the songbirds flying around their new exhibit, Gems of the Jungle. After all that exploring, take a break in Lemur Café with some tasty lunch.

Grown-ups can relax with a yummy Prosecco cream tea at just £7.50 before heading out to tackle the maze and Tarzan trail. Don’t forget to swoop by and say hello to the Ural owl before whizzing down the slide.

Spot the zebras in the paddock and see if you can count their stripes! Don’t forget to make a stop at Lemur Island where you will meet some furry friends, the ring tailed lemurs. You might even catch them having their lunch; their favourite is peas and sweetcorn.

A fun-filled day for all the family is guaranteed, so book your tickets now.

NEWQUAY ZOO

Trenance Gardens, Newquay TR7 2LZ 01637 873342 www.newquayzoo.org.uk Find more like this: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Summer Sizzlers

Homemade Cornish beef burgers Makes two large portions

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ith the arrival of the summer holidays and the recent heat wave, it’s well and truly barbeque season – so we spoke to our favourite chef, Lizzie of Little Kitchen Magicians, who shared her recipe for delicious homemade Cornish beef burgers. “Homemade burgers are much healthier,” says Lizzie, “and making your own provides the perfect opportunity to support your local butchers or farm shops, such as Trevaskis or Brian Etherington.”

LITTLE KITCHEN MAGICIANS

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Meet Lizzie Little Kitchen Magicians provide healthy, fun and educational pop-up cookery workshops for children aged 2+, families and parents with weaning babies, preschools, primary schools and more. Look out for the summer holiday and autumn term workshops at Heartlands.

Workshops are linked to a wide range of topics. Lizzie loves to inspire kids and families to cook. Little Kitchen Magicians is a Children’s University ‘Learning Destination’ as well. Lizzie does birthday parties (aged 4+) too!

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