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pring has to be my favourite time of year. After a long winter Falmouth feels colourful, bright and restored as the flowers and flipflops come out and the bunting goes back up (hurray!). For me there’s nothing better than the first feeling of the sun on my skin as I walk along the peaceful coast path in full bloom. And the first time it’s warm enough to enjoy a refreshing after-work pint by the water. Bliss! In this, the third issue of inFalmouth (third already, I know right?!), you’ll find plenty of inspiration for getting in the mood for spring, from sea swimming (page 13) and making flower crowns (page 10), to days out with your dog (page 4) and wildlife spotting at Swanpool (page 34). It’s more important than ever to take care of our beautiful environment, so in this issue you’ll also find some great tips on how you can do your bit by living more sustainably (page 8) and reducing your single-use plastic waste (page 42). So whether you’re a local or just visiting, I hope you’ll enjoy the read and find something new and exciting to do or see in our amazing little town. And for some more regular inspiration join our community of Falmouth-lovers on Instagram @infalmouth. Keep spreading positivity and loving where you live.
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Contents // Issue 3
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designer
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Touch wood
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A peek inside Botanical Atelier
Hattie Day Copywriter &
Copywriter - p8-9 Lisa Grimsby
Bakers gonna bake
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Fal-local favourites
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Safety at sea
Copywriter - p11 Rhona McDade Photographer - p18-19 Tillie Holmes Copywriter - p21
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Meet the maker
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Artist showcase
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Quiet Connections
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An interview with un_rap
WILDLIFE SPOTTING
THE LAZARETTE
BLACK BETTY TATTOOS
MEETINGS AT HUDDLE
PLASTIC-FREE & ZERO WASTE
USEFUL LITTLE OBJECTS
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photographer - p4-6 Francesca Willow
Spring at Swanpool
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Gull’s-eye view
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Trelawny
HOMEWARES AND ART MATERIALS
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HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN
Our lovely cover was illustrated by Holly Astle,
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Dog Friendly Days Out
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Dog Friendly By Hattie Day, dog photographer, content creator and blogger from The Cornish Dog.
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almouth is incredibly dog friendly, like many towns and villages across Cornwall. Woody, my working cocker spaniel and I enjoy exploring Falmouth throughout the year and thought we’d take you with us on a typical dog friendly day in the town.
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Our Favourite Walks Woody absolutely adores exploring the Coast Path and the stretch from Swanpool to Maenporth is definitely one of our favourites. It’s dog friendly all year round, with stunning panoramic coastal views. We definitely recommend exploring this walk at low tide, when the striking rock formations and hidden coves are fully exposed. If you’re lucky you may catch a glimpse of the occasional seal, or even the local dolphins! Falmouth is hit hard by the annual dog ban on Cornwall’s beaches. Gyllyngvase, Swanpool, Maenporth and Castle beaches all ban dogs between Easter Sunday and 1st October each year. Nansidwell lies just south of Maenporth on the Coast Path and is a short 10-minute drive from Falmouth town. Park in the layby with the red bin on your right and you’ll see a gate on the left leading to the National Trust footpath. Follow the track downhill and you’ll discover the dog-friendly beach! Pendennis Point is also dog friendly, with plenty of tidal beaches and footpaths to explore. Pendennis Castle welcomes well behaved dogs across its site, however they must be kept on a lead.
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Food and Drink Pennycomequick is the perfect place to relax and unwind after a walk. Nothing quite beats a hot drink in front of a cosy log fire with dog water on tap and friendly staff. The pub is one of the oldest buildings in Falmouth, dating back to the 1700s. Pennycomequick reopened in 2017 and means ‘head of the creek,’ the old Celtic name for the town. If you’re looking for a lighter lunch, head over to Picnic Cornwall. Serving a tasty selection of artisanal pastries and breads, there’s plenty to choose from with plenty of vegan and gluten free options too. Woody loves being treated to some Paws for Cake pasty treats whenever we visit. Dog Friendly Businesses Woody has separation anxiety and can’t be left on his own at home. I’m so grateful to be able to bring him in most of the shops with me whenever we visit Falmouth. We enjoy visiting Seasalt Cornwall, who create beautiful dog accessories inspired by the sea. If you’re lucky, you may bump into Pepé the cockapoo in and around the town.
A Gift from Cornwall on Arwenack Street stocks all sorts of delicious food, drink and gifts crafted by local businesses. Conveniently, Woody’s favourite Seabites natural fish treats are right at his level when we walk in. He can’t help but pick them out for me to purchase whenever we visit. There are so many dog friendly things to do in Falmouth. The majority of shops and local businesses welcome dogs with open arms. Keep your eyes peeled for dog-friendly signage and water bowls outside shops - they’re sure signs your four-legged friend is welcome inside! thecornishdog.uk @thecornishdog
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Slow & sustainable living
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alling Cornwall home reaps a lot of rewards, but one of my favourites is having nature on my doorstep. The Cornish way of life naturally encourages us to slow down a little, surf a lot, and see the value of nature at every turn. But how do we translate this into a way of living that looks out for our earth? While we need big changes to protect this beautiful planet we call home, there are also individual ways we can contribute to caring for our environment. If you’re hoping to live a more conscious lifestyle in Falmouth, here are some of my suggestions:
By Francesca Willow, an artist, writer, and founder of the blog Ethical Unicorn, where she discusses sustainability and social justice.
Support Local & Seasonal Supporting local business supports small entrepreneurs, while keeping investment in Cornwall and boosting the local economy, helping the whole community grow. Beyond this local businesses usually source from local suppliers, inFalmouth
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Shop Secondhand Hyperconsumption causes multiple problems including pollution, exploitation and creating a throwaway culture. However, embracing a more circular economy reduces waste and slows down the incessant demand that drives mass manufacturing. Falmouth is filled with secondhand shops where you can find an amazing array of items such as clothes, furniture, books and technology. I actually furnished my entire home on a tiny budget thanks to Cornwall Hospice Care! My wallet was happier, I saved a lot of stuff from ending up in landfill, and I took my money away from industries that are hurting others and the environment.
Reduce Your Personal Waste Falmouth is a brilliant place to live a low waste life. Un_rap has a wide selection of plastic free alternatives for daily needs and to stock your shelves, while The Natural Food Store has a bunch of produce that you can find completely unpackaged. You can also order Real Food Boxes, who deliver unpackaged groceries weekly from their farm in Newquay, and find out which businesses in Falmouth are officially certified plasticfree when going out. Have a business that you love that’s still using single use plastic? Why not ask them to consider making the switch too! Walk/Carpool More A lot of Falmouth is pedestrian friendly, and walking wherever possible is both better for our health and our carbon footprint. Unfortunately Cornwall as a whole isn’t quite as good in this area. Beyond asking for more investment and improvements to be made to our public transport system overall, finding ways to carpool with others when possible can add up to more immediate impact, plus everyone saves on petrol costs. Think Collectively For effective change we also need to combine consumer choice with policies that prioritise the planet. While this idea can seem overwhelming it doesn’t have to be if we start in our communities. Falmouth is dedicated to reducing plastic but Cornwall doesn’t have policies in place for dealing with food waste, which produces large amounts of methane when sent to landfill. Why not contact your local representative and ask for the council for a plan to tackle food waste? Other parts of the UK have food waste bins and composting systems in place, if the demand comes from multiple members of the community policy-makers are more likely to listen, and we have the potential to create huge change. To read more of Francesca’s work visit ethicalunicorn.com, or find her on Instagram @ethicalunicorn inFalmouth
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reducing carbon emissions and utilising fresh, seasonal ingredients which are better quality and better for us. And, even when not local, small businesses usually focus more on craftsmanship and so often source more ethically in general. For example specialty coffee shops (of which there are many in Falmouth!) care deeply about quality and often have direct relationships with suppliers, which means there’s less chance of abuse in their supply chains. The brilliant thing about Falmouth is that there are local businesses at every turn, so it’s incredibly easy to support them over huge chains.
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Welcome spring with a flower crown
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By Lisa Marie Grigsby of Down By The River Florals, lifestyle photographer, floral designer and stylist.
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aking notice of the changes in the seasons is a calming and mindful thing to do, whether it be planting seeds and watching them grow, or admiring the changes in nature that surround us. Creating something floral to wear in your hair or on your head is a lovely way to do this, brighten your day and welcome in the spring. There are various ways to make a flower crown and here are a couple of ideas to get your started. Make your crown You can make a full or partial flower crown using floristry wire to frame the head. With a partial crown, you can make two loops of wire at each end and secure with floral tape so you can loop ribbons through and tie with a lovely bow or drape.
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Florals & foliage Choose your greenery and flowers and cut into pieces 2-3 inches long. Use the greenery as your base (securing with floral tape) and then add flowers to as much or as little of the crown as you like, starting with smaller buds and building up to bigger flowers. Natural beauty Alternatively, you can weave willow into a circular or oval shape and then weave in delicate hints to spring with buds, herbs, dried lavender and other blooms. Down By The River Florals holds seasonal and bespoke workshops throughout the year (including Flower Crown workshops) as well as providing flowers for local businesses, weddings and events. Find out more: ď… @downbytheriverflorals ď‚Ź downbytheriverflorals.co.uk
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Longe Côte is a fitness class that takes place in the sea. It’s a fun way to exercise in an instructor-led group, using the resistance of the water to provide a cardio and muscular workout suitable for all.
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The benefits of sea swimming F
or centuries people have been flocking to the coast to feel the healing effects of cold saltwater and ‘fresh sea air’, some of whom were prescribed to do so by their doctors the Victorians raved about it! In fact ‘thalassotherapy’ (using seawater for cosmetic and health treatment) is an age-old practice that dates all the way back to Hippocrates and the ancient Egyptians and Greeks. Fast forward to 2019 and wild swimming and outdoor swimming are inFalmouth
continuing to grow in popularity across the UK. One look at The Outdoor Swimming Society’s Instagram feed and you can see why. Their joyful community are advocates for the benefits you’ll reap from keeping active and connecting with nature during an invigorating cold water dip. We’re lucky enough to have beautiful, clean coastal waters on our doorstep all year round - and after a long winter now is an especially good time to take the plunge and
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revitalise your body and mind. Make it a regular habit and there are countless positive effects sea swimming could have on your physical and mental health. Here are just a few to get you inspired to dive in.
Calorie burning
It’s a well-known fact that swimming can be a great form of exercise but doing it in cold open water means your body has to work harder, your heart will pump faster and you’ll burn far more calories than swimming in a warmer pool. Doing this over time will make you fitter overall too, as your body will adapt to the harsh conditions. An indoor swim will be a piece of cake in comparison.
Strengthened immune system
Studies have found that immersing yourself in cold water boosts the production of white blood cells which are important for fighting inFalmouth
off infection. Researchers have put this down to cold water acting like a mild stressor, activating the immune system. So it’s worth the initial shock! Just make you sure you’ve got warm clothes waiting for you when you get out so you don’t stay cold too long.
Stress relief
Time spent in nature is proven to reduce stress levels. When you combine this with physical activity, open space and the sound of the waves on the shore, you’ve got the perfect opportunity to focus on the present moment and let go of any worries. It’s thought that swimming in the sea can stimulate your parasympathetic system which is responsible for rest and repair,
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SWIM SAFELY EASE YOURSELF IN Don’t jump into the sea as this could lead to cold water shock. Instead edge in and stay within your depth for a few minutes while your body acclimatises to the cold. Lily, an Osteo and Naturopath from Inspiring Health (on Fish Strand Hill), has a great tip for adapting to the cold: “If you’re not used to swimming in the sea, try one minute of full cold at the end of your shower everyday. It’s life changing!” START SMALL minutes is plenty. You can increase the amount of time fairly quickly if you swim regularly. Just remember that hypothermia is a risk in cold water. Symptoms include feeling lethargic, confused or clumsy, so if in doubt, get out. BEACH SAFETY Gylly Beach is lifeguarded from May to
and this can trigger the release of dopamine and serotonin. These are a vital part of keeping us happy and low levels are linked with depression. There’s no denying that plunging into the cold ocean and swimming lengths of the shore is likely to at least distract you from any anxious thoughts or feelings. Repeating this regularly could be a long term road to a calmer mind.
September so during that time make sure you swim between the red and yellow flags. Whether the lifeguards are on duty or not, don’t swim alone. If you haven’t got a friend with you make sure there are other people around on the beach. WEAR SOMETHING BRIGHT A brightly coloured hat will keep your head warm and will ensure the lifeguards or other people can see you, even if there is a chop in the water that will reduce visibility.
Improved skin
Magnesium-rich seawater promotes the retention of moisture in the skin and absorbs toxins, including acnecausing bacteria - hurray! Some research suggests that seawater can help skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema, as it’s an anti-inflammatory and speeds up the healing process.
WATCH OUT FOR BOATS Gylly has a line of yellow buoys stretching to Castle Beach. These are 4 knot markers for boats, meaning they have to sail at a slower speed close to the shore. It’s safer for you to be in this area than that out of it where the boats can go much faster - but watch out when swimming, wherever you are!
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Up for a challenge? The RNLI Castle 2 Castle swim is an iconic one mile open water swim across the Carrick Roads, starting at Pendennis and finishing at St Mawes. This year it’s taking place on Sunday the 9th of June. You need to be over 14 and an intermediate or experienced open water
Enhanced circulation & breathing
The cold water moves blood very quickly from our extremities to our major organs, and then back up again as we warm up, which is great for circulation. Repeated exposure helps us adapt to the cold and cope better with external stressors. Salt water helps cleanse the airways and eliminate toxins in the lungs too, which is especially beneficial for people who suffer from asthma and respiratory problems.
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It may even lessen the symptoms of hay fever, so if you’re feeling bunged up go and try it out.
Better night’s sleep
Seawater is rich is magnesium which is thought to relax your muscles, increase calmness and in turn, help induce sleep. You’re expending energy while swimming to keep your temperature up too, which leads to greater fatigue than normal. Prepare to feel super sleepy post-swim. So what are you waiting for? Get down to Gylly and get in.
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Touch wood
Embroidery ring, £3.35 Wool Basket & Craft Centre 4, Church Street
Lucie Kaas pirate wall hook, £18 Blink 29, High St.
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Doorstop, £5.50 The Natural Store 5, Market Strand
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ring a bit of nature into your home with these small wooden objects that are as nice to look at and hold as they are functional. Photograph by content creator & photographer Rhona McDade of Goodrest Studios. @goodrest_studios inFalmouth
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Honey spoon, £5.95 Willow & Stone 18, Arwenack St. Honey drizzler, £8.50 Willow & Stone 18, Arwenack St.
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Opinel corkscrew knife, £22.95 The Bosun’s Locker Chandlery 16-17, Church St.
Bamboo toothbrush, £3.99 un_rap Webber Street
Olive wood cooking spoon, £9.75 Willow & Stone 18, Arwenack St.
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Botanical Atelier By Tillie Holmes, recent English with Creative Writing graduate.
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his little green haven on Arwenack Street is one of the latest additions to Falmouth’s creative hotspots. I visited for the first time recently and the passion and talent of the shop’s owner, Sarah Jane Humphrey, was evident from the moment I walked in the door. Sarah is a botanical illustrator and having spent years teaching people her skills in workshops and classes, opening the shop was a natural progression that combined this with her love for aesthetic products. inFalmouth
The calm and carefully curated space houses beautiful homewares like macrame pot holders and glass vases, as well as a fine selection of art materials and a range of independent magazines and books - including some motivating manuals on how to become a plant parent. The walls are lined with Sarah’s exquisitely detailed artwork, which is for sale too. For anyone who wants to try their hand at their own botanical masterpiece, Sarah also runs workshops that explore this scientific method of painting and drawing. As someone born without a natural ability for art, I was pleased to discover that the workshops cater for everyone from beginners to established crafts people. The peaceful atmosphere of the shop fosters creative energy in even the least artistic of us and I left feeling totally inspired to give it a go - and to redecorate my house with lots and lots of plants!
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By Kyle Wotton, writer and Falmouth foodie.
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here’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly-baked goods; especially when your local bakeries are as excellent as the ones we have right here in Falmouth. From bread to biscuits, pastries to cakes, you don’t need to be Mary Berry or Paul Hollywood to know what a great bake tastes like, and I’m here to take you on a tour of the best places in Falmouth to get yourself a nice delicious bite to eat—and no soggy bottoms!
Located on Falmouth’s Old High Street, Stones Bakery will draw you in with its rustic charm and mouthwatering window displays. Walking through the doors, you’re faced with a table laden with delicious bites, including (but not at all limited to): the classic and bang-on-trend pastéis de nata, gooey chocolate brownies, and my personal favourite, bakewell tart slices with an especially zingy jam. Not only that, but their
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selection of artisanal breads (especially the sourdoughs) look particularly inviting, giving you tons of reasons to want to try out this local gem. Baker Tom’s is nestled in the heart of Falmouth on Church Street, and you can always find the window stocked with freshly baked bread, pastries, and cakes. They also have a selection of specials in their little shop café, such as homemade tartlets, sausage rolls, and a great filled-baguette meal deal. Whether you’re eating something savoury or something sweet, you’ll always find that everything is irresistibly delicious. And as a bonus for Falmouth’s student population, they offer a 10% student discount!
I would strongly recommend a visit to the Courtyard Deli & Kitchen in Bells Court if you fancy a really delicious sweet treat. They’re known throughout the county for their homemade macarons, which are not only delicious to eat but also gorgeous to look at, with each flavour having its own distinctly vibrant colour. If you’re in the mood, you can also grab yourself a range of yummy bakes from brioche to brownies and cakes to cookies. They also serve a scrumptious daily tart, a vegan brownie for those with a sweet tooth, and, if you’re feeling a little continental, angelic cannoli in a range of scrummy flavours.
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Good Vibes Café on Killigrew Street offers the widest selection of the outright tastiest dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly baked goodies out there. Everything —from their gorgeous cakes to their beautiful brownies—looks undeniably impeccable, but they also taste so good that it feels damn near sinful to be so indulgent. Also, as a bonus, this dog-friendly café offers homebaked dog biscuits for your canine companion too! Humans aren’t the only ones who can enjoy a tasty treat. It’s fair to say that The Cornish Bakery on Arwenack Street is known for its traditional pasties. Having tasted one for myself, I can attest to their delicious crust and succulent filling—even the seagulls were eyeing it up, but it was all mine. Their shop has an absolutely lovely view of Falmouth harbour, and they also have a choice of beautifully flaky Breton pastries and croissants to satisfy your sweet tooth! Well, I don’t know about you but my tummy is rumbling now. So why not take yourself out for a delectable taste of Cornish baking? Everyone deserves a treat now and then and, with so much to choose from, I promise you won’t be disappointed.
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Place to go with friends The Maritime Museum! You can learn lots about sea animals and sometimes see fish underwater. I look out for sharks too but I’ve not seen one yet. We also get to play in the lifeboat which is really fun. Sunny day out I love going to the tree swing at Pendennis Point. I can stand up on it and swing really high. When we’ve finished swinging we usually run around the trails in the woods and pretend to be animals, like snakes and rabbits!
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ix year old George is an avid artist and lover of sharks, reptiles and prehistoric sea monsters. He’s been kind enough to share his Falmouth-favourites with us which might inspire you and other little people to get out, have fun and eat some ice cream...
Ice cream The really big ice cream at Swanpool Cafe with chocolate buttons stuck all over it. Park Giggly Park (Kimberley!). It has lots of cool stuff to play on and a big steep slide. Restaurant Harbour Lights because our fish & chips comes in buckets and spades that we can keep and we get an ice cream in a cone for pudding. We get to do colouring while we’re waiting for our dinner. Shop The toys in Trago are the best! I like going to charity shops to look for toys and films too. We bought Godzilla on DVD in Cornwall Hospice Care the other day. inFalmouth
Rainy day activity Going to Star Glazers. My mummy likes it because she can drink tea while I paint pottery. I painted a shark head last time and I could choose any of the colours I liked. I love going down the flume at Ships & Castles after our swimming lessons too! I’ve been down it three times on my own now.
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SAFETY AT SEA The RNLI is a charity working to keep people safe at sea. They provide a 24-hour rescue service in the UK and Ireland, seasonal lifeguards and a Flood Rescue Team, and are also involved in water safety initiatives. The organisation has saved over 142,200 lives since it began in 1824. Most lifeboat crew members are volunteers. Falmouth RNLI has around 30 volunteer lifeboat crew members, who give up their time to help those in trouble on our seas. Meet four of the local crew.
By Jennie Rawling, local writer, actor, puppeteer and drama workshop facilitator.
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WENDY RABETT TRAINEE CREW ALB/ILB* How did you get involved with the RNLI? I’ve come from a maritime background. I spent a lot of time sailing and on the water. It’s so nice to have that feeling of security that the lifeboat is around if you got into trouble. So I wanted to give something back. inFalmouth
I’ve been in the super yacht industry for the past 12 years, and I was working away permanently, but last year I decided to finish up on the boats for full-time work and come home and work freelance. Whereas when I’m away obviously I’m not available, when I’m home I’m available 24/7.
What do you love about living in Falmouth? I love getting in the sea, no matter what the weather is. The fact that I can walk out my front door and go and sit on the beach with my cup of tea in the morning, it’s just amazing.
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JOE AMPS TRAINEE CREW ALB/ILB* How did you get involved with the RNLI?
How do you combine your role in the RNLI with your day job?
My mum’s Welsh, and my dad’s family are down here. I kind of grew up between the two places. The part of Wales, in Pembrokeshire, is called St David’s. And there was a lifeboat there that I’d watched since I was tiny. So I grew up with this fascination with boats, always wanted to get on a lifeboat crew, but where my mum lived was just a bit too far away. I’ve always wanted to live in Falmouth because my friends are from the Helford and we all started migrating to Falmouth. And as soon as I could, I put feelers out about the lifeboat.
The RNLI is my day job as well. My job title is Assistant Technician. The stations I look after, Falmouth is one of them, so I’m here quite a lot. If we get a shout I just go straight from there, but at other times I can be up in Devon or Dorset, so there is a bit of juggling.
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What do you love about living in Falmouth? All my friends are here. Every Sunday we get breakfast a couple of doors down, then go on a boat to some beach and explore for a couple of hours and then get back on the boat and go get a roast dinner.
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I was brought up on an old wooden boat sailing round by my parents. We always used to see the lifeboat go out, wherever we were, and ever since I was little I always wanted to get involved.
How do you combine your role in the RNLI with your day job? I’m a junior doctor at Treliske, and I still live on a boat in the middle of Falmouth Harbour, and any time I have free and the pager goes off I would be ready to go. Because I work funny shifts, it’s not like I work the same hours every week, so I would just put myself on call when I’m free.
JEMIMA BLOWS TRAINEE CREW ALB/ILB*
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What do you love about living in Falmouth? I love the fact that it’s buzzing pretty much all year round. Everyone is so friendly. I can’t walk anywhere through Falmouth without someone stopping me and saying “Hello, how are you doing?” It’s so lovely to be able to have that. I think it’s a very welcoming place.
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ADAM WEST CREW ALB/ILB* ASSISTANT MECHANIC ALB, LIFEBOAT TRAINER ASSESSOR Safety at sea
How did you get involved with the RNLI? My dad was on the crew in Bude when I used to live up there, so I’ve always been brought up around the RNLI. The RNLI have got the fundraising team as well, so I got involved in that, and within a few months a spot opened up, then I had an interview and I’ve been here ever since.
do what I want when I need to, within reason. The down side is I’m not always in Falmouth. The guys that work with me are pretty good. They’ve got used to me either not turning up or disappearing.
What do you love about living in Falmouth?
How do you combine your role in the RNLI with your day job?
You can nearly always get out on the water. There’s so many dive spots, so many sailing spots. I’ve lived all sorts of places, but this was still where I wanted to come back to.
I’m a builder. I’ve got my own building company, so I work for myself. I’ve not got an employer as such so I can
* ALB = all-weather lifeboat ILB = inshore lifeboat
For more information about Falmouth RNLI go to www.falmouthlifeboat.co.uk
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S P R I N G AT By Joe Andrassy, recent Zoology graduate and all round nature-lover. Illustrations by our cover illustrator, Holly Astle.
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Swanpool
wanpool Nature Reserve’s brackish conditions (mixture of fresh and saltwater) enable an abundance of wildlife to thrive. One species, the Trembling Sea Mat, is found nowhere else in Britain and gives the lagoon its SSSI status (Site of Special Scientific Interest). These rare
creatures are ‘bryozoan’, tiny aquatic invertebrates that attach themselves to rocks and filter food from the water using specialised cilia, or tentacles. Whilst you might not see the Sea Mat, here are some interesting facts about some of the species you might spot this spring.
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01. Mute Swan Cygnus olor Swans can have a wingspan of up to 2 metres. They like to eat small insects and water plants and reside here all year round.
02. Mallard Anas platyrhynchos Mallards can live for 30 years! Look out for the yellow chicks following their mother, learning about their habitat and how to forage.
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03. Moorhen Gallinula chloropus Moorhens can be territorial during breeding season (April to August), charging at any intruders close to their brood - but they are poor flyers.
This super-grass grows around the entire lagoon and helps filter out impurities from the water through its root system. It provides shelter and food for most species here.
05. Grey mullet Mugil cephalus This resilient fish can tolerate a wide range of environmental conditions, which is especially important when the brackish lagoon heats up in the sun and becomes increasingly saline.
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06. Water Vole Arvicola amphibious Water voles are expert swimmers and divers, feeding on almost anything they can including twigs, fruits, leaves and insects.
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07. Pond Skater Gerris lacustris Pond skaters have sharp beaks which they use to catch smaller insects to eat. Look out for the ripples as they ‘skate’ over the surface of the water.
08. Yellow Flag Iris Iris pseudacorus Best from May to July, these flowers grow and spread quickly due to the amount of nectar they produce each day, attracting a wide array of pollinating insects.
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04. Common Reed Phragmites australis
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Meet the maker THE LAZARETTE NAUTICAL KNOTS DECOR & ACCESSORIES
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anette Watson came to Falmouth with her husband Paul on their first boat in 1981. Having lived and sailed on classic boats for over three decades, the pair combined their practical skills and their love for the romantic side of maritime life to set up The Lazarette. Janette admits the business was Paul’s idea but she creates most of the products. She sold her first knot over 30 years ago for £1 and a glass inFalmouth
of sherry! Now, from their Peter Duck Ketch (a boat that doubles as their home and her workshop) she makes an array of beautiful home decor and accessories using traditional sailors’ knots - from curtain ties and door mats to flower girl baskets and dog leads. To buy or find out more go to: thelazarette.co.uk @thelazarette
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Artist showcase // Black Betty Tattoos
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Black Betty Tattoos
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egan Wilson-James has been passionate about tattoos since she was a teenager and after graduating with a First in Illustration at Falmouth Uni, she decided to make it her career. For over 3 years she was tattooing at studios and conventions across the UK, USA and Europe (picking up some prestigious awards along the way!) and in October 2018 she opened Black Betty here in Falmouth.
She describes her work as neotraditional with her own illustrative twist. Her designs are heavily inspired by nature, often with a whimsical twist or cosmic elements. Megan loves working with clients to bring their ideas to life so if you like her style, pop in for a chat. You’ll find her upstairs at Freeriders on Killigrew Street. ď… @blackbettytattoos
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quietections conn over 1 in 10 people feel socially anxious and 2 in 5 people consider themselves to be shy.
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o many of us just feel awkward in social situations and think badly of ourselves for it, believing we’re defective in some way or not good enough. Quiet Connections is here to change that and reframe what it means to be ‘quiet’. They believe that we’d all feel less weird and alone if everyone were more honest and open about how they feel. That’s why they’re making it part of their mission to talk about the quiet stuff that still seems a little taboo. The Falmouth Connections group brings like-minded people together in a community of understanding. Meeting once a month at Huddle Cafe, they use tea, space and creativity to gently connect people facing similar challenges and anxieties, and provide a safe place to practice social abilities. inFalmouth
The group also encourages creatively exploring and expressing thoughts and feelings through arts and crafts. They’ve recently been working on a project for an upcoming exhibition at the Museum of Cornish Life in Helston called ‘I Was, I Am, I Will Be’ – using art and creativity to share experiences of those within our community and increase awareness of how common it is to feel this way. Joining the group to quietly observe is welcomed as a first step – they recognise that this is a big achievement for some people. This is a space in which it’s ok to talk and it’s ok to be quiet too. Falmouth Connections is open to people of all ages and runs every third Thursday of the month. You’ll be welcomed by Community Connectors Sophie Cowles and Gracie Sodzi. Please contact our Community Coordinator Stacie Clark if you have any questions or would like to be connected with someone before joining to ease any anxieties about attending: stacie@quietconnections.co.uk For more information visit quietconnections.co.uk
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ince opening her zero waste shop on Webber Street last summer, Hannah Pearce has been bringing plenty of plastic-free initiative and earth-friendly positivity to the people of Falmouth. We chatted to Hannah to find out more about un_rap - and how a 500 mile trek inspired her to make a change in the world.
An interview with : un_rap
So how does shopping at un_rap work? The aim is for people to bring their own containers, refill from our bulk dispensers and pay by weight, ultimately reducing single-use plastic and helping to stop plastic pollution. And what sort of products do you stock? All sorts! Dry foods like pulses, grains, nuts, seeds, spices, baking goods, cereals, dried fruit and chocolate; organic cleaning products and toiletries like shampoos and conditioners; and plastic-free lifestyle products like reusable water bottles and coffee cups, metal straws, bamboo toothbrushes, food wraps, and even Cornwall-made eco surf wax.
Sounds like a great purchase! How do your prices compare to supermarkets? People are sometimes worried that buying from un_rap will work out to be much more expensive than shopping at supermarkets, but I try really hard to make the prices fair. I choose to stock organic because I believe that less pesticides are better for the environment and better for us - and actually we are competitively priced with supermarkets’ organic products. Also, you can just buy as much as you need so it can be easier for monitoring budgets! We often have students who come in and buy just enough pasta or rice for meals that week. Do you offer options for trade? We’ve recently started supplying small trade businesses looking for plastic-free alternatives on a small scale, like bulk beans and rice to Atta, and bulk shampoo refills to The Float House.
We have to talk about your peanut butter machine…
Will you tell me off for bringing in a plastic bag to carry my food home?!
Aha, my number one attraction. We have organic peanut butter on tap! Some people come to the shop just for that. One family bought 1.3kg in one go recently.
Of course not! Firstly it’s great that you’re re-using the bag, and secondly it’s not your fault that there is so much plastic around.
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The fact that you are choosing to reduce waste by shopping here means you are already making a difference to the environment. Even if you’ve forgotten your container, we have jars, paper bags and other options - so don’t panic. I will never tell you what to do, I just want to inspire you to use less plastic. You certainly have been inspiring us. Can you tell us the story of how the shop come about? The shop was born from a love of nature and wanting to give a choice to a community I love. I first became frustrated with the amount of single use plastic and litter everywhere when I was living and travelling in Australia and Indonesia a few years ago. I’d always wanted to thru-hike the El Camino trail in Spain, so I decided to do it to raise money for Surfers Against Sewage - and I did the whole thing plastic-free to raise awareness too. I met so many people along the way who said I’d changed their perspectives and encouraged them to reduce the amount of plastic they used, which made me realise the impact that I could have and how happy it made me!
Not only that, but I had a great chat with an entrepreneurial guy on the trek who helped me to believe that I could run my own business doing something I loved. I didn’t have the confidence to take the plunge until he gave me some encouragement and advice - the best being ‘just start’. I was was due to start a PGCE (teacher training) at the end of the trek but it really opened my eyes to my true passion and path: running a zero waste, plastic-free shop. And I knew it would work in Falmouth. What an incredible story! It was a life changing experience! And I’m so grateful for everything that has happened since. I want to say a huge thank you to everyone that has supported the shop so far. I genuinely appreciate every person that comes through the door and I feel honoured to be part of the Falmouth community. @un_rap
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www.bahamamamas.co.uk | 01326 619796 15A Killigrew St, Falmouth TR11 3PN A delicious tapas menu, daily cocktails deals and chilled vibes make Bahama Mamas the place for a night out in Falmouth. If you've got an event to host or reason to celebrate, let us work on a food and drinks menu to please every guest!
Bahama Mamas is our favourite place to eat in Falmouth. We really like the variety of craft beers, delicious cocktails and superb wine. There is so much choice for vegetarians which we really appreciate. Would highly recommend, five stars.
Incredible! Best place in Falmouth by a mile. I had my birthday dinner here with 15 of my friends and couldn’t fault the food and service for a second. Awesome experience thanks to the amazing team at Bahama mamas, you guys made my night so special. Will definitely be back, awesome work guys!
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nderneath the cliffs at Maenporth, and visible at low tide, is the wreck of Ben Asdale. On 30 December 1978 the Scottish trawler was fouled by a trailing rope during a raging blizzard and was driven into the rocks near the beach. by Bull & Wolf Film Co. bullandwolf.co @bullandwolffilm
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Trelawny A
lso known as ‘The Song of the Western Men’, Trelawny was written by Robert Stephen Hawker in 1824 and is one of the most famous Cornish folk songs. Here’s your chance to practice and make sure you get the words right at the Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival this June (12th-14th).
A good sword and a trusty hand! A merry heart and true! King James’s men shall understand What Cornish lads can do! And have they fixed the where and when? And shall Trelawny die? Here’s twenty thousand Cornish men Will know the reason why! And shall Trelawny live? Or shall Trelawny die? Here’s twenty thousand Cornish men Will know the reason why!
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Out spake their Captain brave and bold: A merry wight was he: Though London Tower were Michael’s hold, We’ll set Trelawny free! We’ll cross the Tamar, land to land: The Severn is no stay: With “one and all,” and hand in hand; And who shall bid us nay? And shall Trelawny live? Or shall Trelawny die? Here’s twenty thousand Cornish men Will know the reason why! And when we come to London Wall, A pleasant sight to view, Come forth! come forth! ye cowards all: Here’s men as good as you. Trelawny he’s in keep and hold; Trelawny he may die: Here’s twenty thousand Cornish bold Will know the reason why And shall Trelawny live? Or shall Trelawny die? Here’s twenty thousand Cornish men Will know the reason why!
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