Your Guide to a Cornish Summer from myCornwall by myCornwall

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Welcome to our guide to a Cornish summer 2022. Inside, you’ll find all kinds of ideas for activities to keep you busy, whether you’re a visitor or a local, with family/friends or on your tod. We’ll take you all over Cornwall, from north coast to south, on a whistle-stop tour of outdoor theatre venues, lip-smacking restaurants, ancient sites and theme parks. Our beautiful cover image is the work of illustrator and Falmouth University graduate Jordan Amy Lee, part of a body of work created in collaboration with the Una St Ives resort in Carbis Bay (no 5 on our map) and now part of its permanent collection. If its promise of a hot tub leaves you craving self-indulgence, you might also fancy a sauna with a panoramic view over Watergate Bay (no 1). Don’t forget to keep hydrated, perhaps with an energy drink with quintessential Cornish ingredients (no 2). Looking for somewhere to fill your belly? Check out the tantalising fare on offer in sunny Charlestown (no 20). Would a festival tickle your fancy? Check out worldclass guitarists in Helston (no 10) or young classical musicians in St Austell (no 22). Hotels and heritage, galleries and gift shops – it’s all here. Enjoy the summer – and I’d love to hear what you did, so send me a digital postcard at kirstie@mycornwall.tv Oll an gwella (all the best)

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Looe Live Just Delights The Alverton Trelissick Gallery The Castle Bude Cornwall Heritage Trust Dough Buoys & Springtide Shipwreck Treasure Museum Nova Classical Music Festival

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SAUNA SOCIETY, WATERGATE BAY Sauna Society is a brand-new wood-fired sauna experience in Cornwall. Set in beautiful coastal locations overlooking the ocean with uninterrupted views over sea, the first of the collection launched in June 2022 and is perched on the cliffs of Watergate Bay. From October, the sauna will move to

another incredible beachside location: Gyllyngvase beach in Falmouth. On a mission to promote health, wellbeing and community, Sauna Society was founded by friends Anthony and Damian, with the aim to foster a community alongside the ocean, using saunas as a way of bringing people

together. The sauna can seat up to 10 people, and visitors to Sauna Society can hire the space privately or join a communal session. For more information or to book, please visit: www.sauna-society.com

TENZING NATURAL ENERGY DRINKS In a rebellion against traditional energy drinks filled with sugar and artificial ingredients, TENZING products are plantbased, low-calorie and totally sustainable. The company is also mindful of the planet, claiming to be the world’s first carbon negative energy

drink and investing a portion of profits into environmental projects. A limited-edition flavour due for release on August 15 blends British apple juice with ingredients from the Cornish Seaberry Company and Cornish Sea Salt from the Lizard peninsula. Cans will be

sold in Co-op supermarkets nationwide, with 1% of all proceeds going back to Surfers Against Sewage, the St Agnesbased charity dedicated to the protection of oceans, waves, beaches and wildlife. www.tenzingnaturalenergy.com

OUTDOOR THEATRE

When it comes to open-air theatre in Cornwall, as the song goes: “Nobody does it better.” The 2022 season offers fairytales on the beach, proms on the cliffs, Dickens in the garden and Shakespeare – well, just about everywhere. The Bard is always a good bet, and this season you can see Much Ado About Nothing and Twelfth Night at Penlee Park, Penzance; A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Ebbingford Manor, near Bude, and Penlee Park again; The Tempest and The Merry Wives of Windsor at The Minack; Richard III at Trebah Garden; and Miracle Theatre’s adaptation of King Lear, which travels all over

Cornwall: St Agnes Beacon, Bodmin Moor, St Ives, Enys Gardens and even the Isles of Scilly.

Looking for family fun? Consider David Walliams’ Awful Auntie (Sterts, near Liskeard), Chapterhouse Theatre’s Cinderella (Bedruthan Hotel, Mawgan Porth) or Squashbox Theatre (Penlee Park, Penzance and The Minack). For something uniquely Cornish, try Rogue Theatre in Tehidy Woods on the north coast, or on the south coast at Carlyon Beach, check out I Am Kevin, the latest offering from the large-scale outdoor theatre supremos at Wildworks Theatre.

Some top-line advice: • Take a picnic (remember some fizz for the non-drivers); • Take cushions or garden chairs to avoid a numb bum (but be considerate of the view of other audience members); • Pack a few blankets, as it will cool as the sun goes down; • Be prepared for all types of weather - unless extreme conditions pose danger to life, the show will go on come rain or shine, so pack a sun cream and a raincoat! So there you have it. Your only problem will be how many productions you can fit into one summer.

MIRACLE THEATRE This summer, Cornwall’s Miracle Theatre presents Shakespeare’s most elemental and passionate play: King Lear, in a fresh and fast-paced adaptation, pared down to its bare essentials and performed by a cast of five. This is a shocking yet tender story of ageing and madness, fuelled by ambition and fired by betrayal. Shakespeare loved to weave theatrical magic out of tragedy in a way that is never far from farce, making King Lear ripe for Miracle’s offbeat treatment! www.miracletheatre.co.uk/tour-dates Photo by Kirstin Prisk

PENLEE PARK OPEN AIR THEATRE The theatre in the park in the heart of Penzance, Penlee Park Open Air Theatre has been running summer shows since 1948 and its 2022 season boasts over 80 events. August highlights include Illyria with Peter Pan and perennial favourite The Pirates of Penzance; Heartbreak Theatre with Jane Eyre; and the ever-popular Company B and 3 Daft Monkeys! There is a licensed bar and pre-show hot food is available to order with your tickets. www.penleeparktheatre.com

BEDRUTHAN HOTEL, MAWGAN PORTH Make yourself comfortable on the lawn at this funky hotel, with a fabulous backdrop of the Atlantic coast. Shows include Heartbreak Productions’ Much Ado About Murder on August 16, as well as fairy tales Rapunzel (Immersion Theatre) on August 12 and Cinderella (Chapterhouse Theatre) on August 23. www.bedruthan.com

UNA ST IVES Nestled in the Cornish countryside less than a mile from picture-perfect Carbis Bay, Una St Ives boasts a collection of luxury lodges ranging from a one-bedroomed lodge to an expansive fourbedroomed home with a hot tub and wood burner. Una Kitchen offers fresh,

honest, woodfired cooking at its finest in a relaxed and stylish atmosphere. Those in need of a restorative, wellbeing escape can indulge in a treatment or two at the Spa at Una and enjoy the magnificent indoor infinity pool, gym, and leisure facilities. Autumn 2022 will see the addition of a 20-metre

heated lido swimming pool with an additional kids’ pool and outdoor kitchen, bar and restaurant. Una St Ives, Little Trevarrack, Laity Lane, Carbis Bay, St Ives TR26 3HW T: 01736 257000 www.unastives.co.uk

EMJEMS A true treasure trove and notso-hidden gem on eclectic St Andrew’s Street, Emjems has long been a staple part of St Ives’ culture for both locals and visitors. For over 45 years, this family-run shop has been selling beautiful silver and gemstone jewellery, crystals, singing bowls, stones, fossils, incense and a huge range of essential oils - and there are still plenty more beautiful discoveries to be made inside. Opening Times: Daily, 11am to 5.30pm. St Andrews Street, St Ives T: 01736 798404 @emjemsofstives @ st.ives.emjemsofstives

CIRCA 21, PENZANCE Summer colours - all wrapped up in a gift! Come and find something coastal, artsy and unique to remind you of Cornwall. Circa 21 focuses on items that are locally made, FairTrade and sustainable. Owner Esme Burton showcases her own handmade jewellery alongside prints by Humble Cottage, cornstarch bio plastic pots by Maddie’s Plant Store, hand-dyed picnic wraps made on the Isles of Scilly by Traceless, and sea glass jewellery by Sarah Drew. You could even take home a coastal-themed chopping board by Cornish Magpie. It feels like Cornwall lives in these makers’ psyche, and there is something eternally

inspiring about their vibrant work. Please support the Just a Card Campaign, in which purchases large and small help independent retailers. Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm (quiet times 10am to 11am) Circa 21, 21 Market Jew Street, Penzance TR18 2HR T: 07876 124449 E: circa21pz@gmail.com www.circa21.co.uk

THE COWHOUSE GALLERY, PERRANUTHNOE MIRVA GALLERY COLLECTIVE, PENZANCE The Mirva Collective hosts work from an eclectic mix of artists and makers from West Cornwall and beyond. Visit us to see work from over 40 local makers and artists. Join our artist-led workshops to learn anything from spinning fleece to jewellery making with our makers at Mirva Craftspace. Mirva Gallery Collective, 6-7 Causewayhead, Penzance, TR18 2SN Mirva Craftspace 1 Camelot Court, Penzance TR18 2QN. T: 07887 390779 www.mirvagallery.co.uk

The Cowhouse Gallery is run by a group of local artists and craftspeople, and this independence allows them to offer a wide range of original arts and crafts at very affordable prices. Painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, ceramics, glass, jewellery, textiles and woodturning are all beautifully displayed in this bright light art space. A stroll away is Perranuthnoe Cove and breathtaking coastal walks, looking towards St Michael’s Mount in one direction and to Prussia Cove in the opposite direction. Summer opening hours: daily, 10am to 5pm. Lynfield Craft Centre, Perranuthnoe, TR20 9NE. T: 01736 710538 www.cowhousegallery.co.uk

TOP LEFT: Rosie Two, hand-painted stoneware by Lorna Hirst Johnson - £450 TOP RIGHT: Shore-Line Walk, framed linocut by Lee Stevenson - £125 BELOW: Turned yew vase by David Wolstencroft - £50

HELLYS INTERNATIONAL GUITAR FESTIVAL, HELSTON Hellys International Guitar Festival returns after a two-year pandemic absence, featuring 18 concerts over three days - plus workshops, talks, free lessons for everyone, and much much more! Whether you love classical music or prefer acoustic singersongwriters, there’s something for you at Hellys 2022. Festival director and international

concert artist Ben Salfield says: “I can’t wait for the doors to open this year. It’s great to be back and we have a fantastic line-up of performers from all over the world, including two from South America. It’s been a tricky couple of years, but we know Hellys can retain its place as one of the world’s leading guitar festivals.”

August 18 to 20 at the Epworth Centre, Helston. Free entry for accompanied under 18s. Clockwise from top: Laura Lootens, Matthew Nisbet, Ben Salfield Tickets and information from www.hellysfestival.co.uk

POLURRIAN ON THE LIZARD The stylish and historic Polurrian on The Lizard is embarking on a fresh chapter with a new owner and significant investment on the horizon. The hotel benefits from the bright and airy Vista Lounge with its captivating ocean views, a decadent bar area, restaurant with Gozney

woodfired oven, snug and games room, spa, gym and pool as well as an outdoor pool and tennis courts. There are also six spacious and contemporary self-catering villas. Wind down to the weekend with chilled DJ vibes on Friday nights as the sun sets over Mount’s Bay, or

settle in for the ever-popular Woodfired Sessions on Sunday afternoons with lunch and live acoustic sets. Polurrian on The Lizard, Polurrian Road, Mullion, Helston TR12 7EN. T: 01326 240421 www.polurrianhotel.com

HOTEL MEUDON Hidden along a quiet country lane at Mawnan Smith, between Falmouth and the Helford River, Hotel Meudon is the only hotel set in nine acres of Cornish sub-tropical gardens with its own secluded beach, Bream Cove. Refurbished and re-launched under new owners in spring 2021, the hotel has

notched up numerous awards in its first year of operation. The aspirational Cornish setting is integral to the food and drink being served, from the bountiful fresh fish and seafood to locally farmed meats and seasonal veg. Afternoon tea is always a delight, and speakeasy-style Freddie’s Bar

is the place for enjoying lighter plates along with some of the best cocktails in Cornwall, local artisan gin and rum. Hotel Meudon, Maenporth Road, Mawnan Smith, Maenporth, Falmouth TR11 5HT. T: 01326 250541 www.meudon.co.uk

THE GREY LURCHER, FALMOUTH Have you found Falmouth’s Old High Street yet? Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the town, its opes and alleyways are full of creative independent shops and businesses: coffee shops, restaurants, a fab bakery - a little community. At Number 20 on this historic street, housed in a listed building, you’ll find

The Grey Lurcher. Eclectic homewares and curated pieces from local makers sit alongside Annie Sloan’s iconic Chalk Paints. Although small, the shop is full of beautiful products for you and your home. Take a look at the newly opened courtyard, full of plants – it’s amazing what you can do in a small space, with some

Annie Sloan paints. From luxury silk scarves to beautiful semiprecious jewellery by Rosie Fox, the shop has something for everyone. We are sure you won’t leave empty-handed. The Grey Lurcher, 20 High Street, Falmouth TR11 2AB. www.greylurcherfalmouth.com The Grey Lurcher Falmouth

THE GREENBANK, FALMOUTH Dating back to at least 1640, The Greenbank is thought to be Falmouth’s oldest maritime hotel, hosting illustrious names from Florence Nightingale to author Kenneth Grahame. This summer, a new cocktail series takes centre stage in the Water’s Edge bar, with 12 delectable tipples inspired by the National Maritime

Museum’s Monsters of the Deep exhibition. The last Friday of every month will host the Sundowner Sessions, featuring talented local musicians performing in the lounge from 7pm until 10pm, including Mog Jones (August 26). At The Working Boat pub, Sunday night is quiz night, with plenty of prizes (including a generous

bar tab) to be won from 7.30pm; and during Falmouth Week (August 5 to 14), you can hear live music from Jonah’s Lift and Falmouth Soul Sensation. The Greenbank, Harbourside, Falmouth TR11 2SR. T: 01326 312440 www.greenbank-hotel.co.uk

LOOE LIVE Three-day festival Looe Live! (September 16 to 18) returns with a stellar line-up including Soul II Soul, the Lightning Seeds, Reef, Public Service Broadcasting, The Subways and former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan, plus local talent including Vince Lee (pictured). The ticketed festival arena has a new layout with the mainstage and second stage on the beach, plus a free-to-enter community and food zone in Buller Quay carpark. Weekend tickets £77 adults, £38.50 under 16s - under 6s go free.

THE FOOD BARN, TREGEW Find summer fun in The Food Barn at Tregew, near Flushing. The popular Saturday morning food market continues throughout the summer, featuring a whole host of small local businesses selling a variety of lip-smacking food. Wednesday evening sessions return throughout August, with

street food vendors, cocktails, artisan craft traders and live music. Keep on top of what’s happening via Facebook and Instagram. Opening times: Saturday, 9am to 1pm; Wednesday, 5pm to 9pm. The Food Barn - Tregew @foodbarn.tregew

looelive.co.uk

JUST DELIGHTS, PENRYN Established in 2006 by motherand-daughter team Daun and Jemma, Just Delights offers a wide range of products: beautiful homewares, gifts for all, greetings cards and an extensive range of stationery. Jemma and the team aim to create a friendly environment for customers to browse both in-store and online, and stock changes regularly so there’s always something new and on trend - dried flowers and artificial plants are among this year’s biggest sellers. Commercial Road

is a destination in its own right, home to cafes, galleries and other independent businesses, with river walks and historic Penryn just a stone’s throw away. Open 9.30am to 5pm, Monday to Saturday, noon to 4pm Sunday. Just Delights, Commercial Road, Penryn, TR10 8AQ. T: 01326 379075 just-delights.co.uk

THE ALVERTON, TRURO Bask in the natural beauty of The Alverton’s private gardens, dine al fresco on the sundrenched terrace and listen to fantastic live music with two summer cocktails for £10 at the Summer Garden Sessions. Miranda Brook (August 11) and Tom Baker (August 25) will perform three sets from 5.30pm onwards. The season’s grand

finale features singer-songwriter and Britain’s Got Talent semifinalist Josh Curnow in the Great Hall on September 8. Entry £17 (grand finale £22); includes a reserved terrace table and a pint of Offshore or a cocktail. On September 17, don’t miss the annual Cornish Gin and Drinks Festival, from midday until late. Meet the

makers, attend masterclasses and sample the very best in Cornish tipples; share a tasting board of nibbles with your friends, then dance the night away to your favourite tunes. The Alverton, Tregolls Road, Truro TR1 1ZQ. T: 01872 276633 www.thealverton.co.uk

THE CASTLE, BUDE

TRELISSICK GALLERY ‘Treasure’ is the title of Cornwall Crafts Association’s major themed exhibition for 2022 and runs until September 25. Members were asked to be inspired by what they treasure; the work submitted is stunning, diverse and unique, ranging from porcelain articulated figures to textile tapestries, treasure boxes and silver goblets. Contributing artists include Charles Hall, Sue Spooner, Sarah Dunstan and Martin Page. This is a selling exhibition in the firstfloor gallery. Downstairs, the Members’ Summer Exhibition includes a focus on ceramicist

Mary Kaun English (August 4 to September 25), who fires her pieces in an open-air pit at her West Cornwall studio. Open daily, 10am to 5pm. Trelissick Gallery, Trelissick, Feock, Truro TR3 6QL T: 01872 864514 E: elinor@cornwallcrafts.co.uk www.cornwallcrafts.co.uk @cornwallcrafts @cornwall_crafts

Overlooking Bude’s stunning Summerleaze Beach, The Castle Heritage Centre hosts an exhibition programme showcasing the talents of Westcountry artists, craftspeople and community groups in three light and airy galleries. The gallery programme is building a reputation for quality exhibitions that are both inspirational and enjoyable. Situated within the grade II listed building is Café Limelight, serving drinks, light lunches and cakes daily throughout the year. The café enjoys panoramic views from the conservatory towards Bude Canal, the harbour and over the beach to the Atlantic Ocean. Open daily, 10am to 4pm (summer 5pm). The Castle Heritage Centre, The Wharf, Bude EX23 8LG. T: 01288 357300 E: thecastle@bude-stratton.gov.uk, www.thecastlebude.co.uk

CORNWALL HERITAGE TRUST Discover Cornwall’s story this summer with Cornwall Heritage Trust – the perfect family day out! From just £15 a year, Cornwall Heritage Trust membership benefits include: • Access to its 12 historic Cornish sites, including The Hurler Stone Circles, Treffry Viaduct and Sancreed Beacon; • Free entry to English Heritage sites in Cornwall – including Tintagel, Restormel,

St Mawes, Pendennis and Launceston castles, and Chysauster Ancient Village; • 50% off entry at Wheal Martyn China Clay Museum near St Austell; • 50% off adult admission to King Edward Mine near Camborne; • A children’s activity pack, guided walks, special events and much more!

Sign up today and start reaping the benefits of helping to preserve and strengthen Cornwall’s unique heritage. Quote “MyCornwall” to receive a FREE pack of Cornish fudge with your membership. T: 01209 707008 E: membership@cornwallheritagetrust.org www.cornwallheritagetrust.org

DOUGH BUOYS

SPRINGTIDE

Dough Buoys is a new summer pizza popup from the team behind The Longstore restaurants, located on the outside deck in front of Charlestown Shipwreck Centre. It specialises in artisan pizzas, salads and bites to share alfresco. Summer on the deck offers a vibrant taste of Italy, with striped umbrellas and yellow tablecloths. No bookings necessary, just stop by for some slices! Great for families and friends, including the four-legged kind.

Springtide is a new seafood restaurant overlooking the picturesque UNESCO world heritage site of Charlestown Harbour. Serving fresh-from-the boat seafood, Springtide is a celebration of delicious Cornish produce cooked with a Mediterranean twist - a quality menu in a gorgeous setting. It’s relaxed and unfussy, and there’s a fun atmosphere with friendly service and seriously good food. There’s plenty of choice for vegetarians and vegans, and little ones too – so gather your group and be sure to book ahead (dogs on leads also welcome).

Open Monday to Saturday, noon to 8pm, Sunday noon to 4pm. @doughbuoysctown

Open Monday to Friday 4pm to 9pm Saturday and Sunday noon to 3pm and 4pm to 9pm. www.springtidecharlestown.co.uk @springtidectown

SHIPWRECK TREASURE MUSEUM, CHARLESTOWN Go polar in Charlestown this summer! Splash your way through the Seal and Penguin activities and traverse the chilling ice tunnels on an adventure to become a Polar Pro at the award-winning Shipwreck Treasure Museum. This event runs until September 4 and includes two trails through the museum: follow Snoot, a life-size elephant seal, or Macaroni penguin Mack. You’ll meet epic explorers and

discover long-lost treasures while crossing the world’s coldest, harshest landscape. And of course, you’ll also find thousands of shipwreck artefacts and amazing stories on your travels. Shipwreck Treasure Museum, Quay Road, Charlestown, St Austell PL25 3NJ T: 01726 69897 E: info@shipwreckcharlestown.com www.shipwreckcharlestown.co.uk

NOVA CLASSICAL MUSIC FESTIVAL Enjoy three wonderful evenings of exciting and diverse repertoire, performed by young Cornish musicians in the beautiful Wheal Martyn Museum near St Austell. This year’s NOVA festival moves away from the conventional string quartet and embraces less appreciated instrument

combinations, encompassing both large ensembles such as quintets and sextets, and smaller groups like string trios and duos. The programmes include staple works of the string repertoire, alongside more neglected works by composers including Martinu and Dohnanyi. The bar opens

for drinks and snacks at 6pm, and performances start at 7pm; why not have a G&T in the sun on the terrace beforehand? Tickets £14 per performance (£6 for under 26), or buy a three-day festival pass for all performances for £35. T: 07951 960647 www.novaclassicalfestival