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The Ultimate Lifestyle By The Sea

Issue 40 | December 2015 | £3.25 The Ultimate Lifestyle By The Sea Homes . Interiors . Gardens . Travel . Food . Health & Beauty

25 to s p e t S the perfect

Christmas

foodie Falmouth’s new star

The Star and Garter

Festive

Fowey artisan market

Winter

warmers and roaring fires

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It hardly seems like summer has ended, when it’s time to start planning for Christmas and the whole festive season.

Time to find out when friends and family are visiting… and for how long!

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The big plus of living in Cornwall is that you are generally top of the list for family visits. But that means lots of planning, stocking up, cooking and booking outings for everyone. So we’ve tried to make life a bit easier this year with our cover feature, a very Cornish Christmas with 25 ideas of where to go and what to do. And, there are plenty of ideas in the magazine for some fabulous local shopping and places to visit from the magnificent festive garland at Cotehele to Fowey Christmas Market! We suggest where to go to party, as well as some great ideas for the home, local artwork, gorgeous properties to buy, and our holiday cottage guide.

We meet some very special horses from the Brown Horse Academy. And it was great fun and really inspiring to meet Neil and Hamish, who will be setting off on the toughest rowing race on earth: the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, rowing for over 60 days from the Canaries to Antigua. We wish them huge amounts of luck and calm seas!

In Foodie we get to know the lovely Elliot, Becca and their cute dog, Olive, owners of The Star and Garter in Falmouth. We welcome the reopening of the stylishly refurbished Bustopher Jones, check out some other fabulous eateries and have some delicious recipes to warm the darkest winter evenings.

So pour a glass of red, grab a pen and a pad and start those Christmas lists. Enjoy!

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RUSTIC HOUSE Just a short hop from Fowey, you’ll find Cornwall’s newest Internet Furniture Showroom. Rustic House showcases a fine selection of reclaimed, handcrafted furniture with unique gifts and accessories by Cornish online retailers. Relax in the coffee bar, where you’ll find locally handroasted and organic coffee alongside a selection of homemade cakes. Browse the beautiful collection of candle lanterns, oil burners and soft furnishings, all set in a tranquil, welcoming setting, open every day.

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News & views Ideas and advice

23 Luxury property

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Stunning homes in Cornwall

40 Gallery guide

Showcasing the Duchy’s finest art

52 What’s on

Hall For Cornwall this Christmas

54 Coastal escapes

Beautiful waterside retreats

102 Competitions

Fantastic festive prizes

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76 Falmouth’s new star

Dining out at The Star and Garter

81 Gourmet gossip

Christmas cheer and festive feasts

86 A view to dine for

The Beach Hotel at Bude

88 A winter warmer

Falmouth Packet Inn’s Scotch egg

90 A Square meal

Incognito review in Porthleven

92 The cat is back

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94 A festive tipple

Spirit experts unlock the flavour

96 Season’s eatings

Festive fare in Perranporth

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The perfect roast chestnut soup

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Rustic House’s stunning showroom

13 A very Cornish Christmas The 25 steps to yuletide cheer

28 The Atlantic Buoys

The toughest rowing race on earth

30 Heart of the home

What does your kitchen say about you?

33 Fabulous winter rugs

Embrace the season’s warming tones

34 A new leaf

Stylish, sustainable children’s furniture

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37 Bespoke bathrooms

Fantastic home ideas from Interiora

38 Adding some sparkle

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A sprinkle of magic from R&J Supplies

43 Raise a glass

Our guide to the Christmas party season

45 Kick start the party

Celebrate at Bystro and The Llawnroc

48 Horse power

We discover equine assisted therapy

50 Winter bloom

Scented narcissi from Scilly Flowers

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Introducing Common Wanderer

63 Fowey Christmas Market Indepedent stalls, artisan foods

74 No place like home

Looking back at the Home Show

100 Deck the halls

Cotehele’s Christmas garland

106 Christmas glamour

From cocktail dresses to ball gowns

108 Back to health

Advice from Duchy Hospital

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Fantastic electronics gift ideas

122 A helping hand

Supported living from Cornwall Care

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Christmas all wrapped up for you at Rustic House

Getting into the Christmas spirit So here’s the good news; Constantine Stores’ Christmas Wine and Spirit Show is back again this year and will once again be held in the fabulous surroundings of the Merchants Manor hotel in Falmouth. The show takes place on the evening of Thursday 12th November and tickets are just £10 per person; this will be refundable against any order of more than £60 placed on the night.

Get a hamper with a difference! Rustic House is making it easier than ever to give the perfect gift this Christmas. Choose from a wide range of teak root bowls and stylish wicker baskets filled with a range of Cornish fare in a variety of sizes or create your own; they will arrange free delivery anywhere in the UK. Take a trip out to the showroom between Fowey and Carlyon Bay on the south coast. Here you can view a wonderful, unique and bespoke range of rustic and sustainable teak root furniture, reclaimed table sets, original handcrafted gifts, soft furnishings and a stunning new lighting range. Outside there is a display of high quality and discounted teak garden furniture.

Better still, stay at the hotel and get a hearty breakfast in the morning for just £85 for a double room (less for a single), perfect, particularly if you have enjoyed the wine the night before! Book your accommodation direct with Merchants Manor.

To book tickets call 01326 340226 www.drinkfinder.co.uk

There will be lots of different wines and spirits to try on the evening with representatives from a wide range of suppliers in attendance. This is a perfect way to try something new, get your Christmas drink cabinet filled nice and early, and an easy way to tick some presents off your list!

If you can’t make it to the show then a visit to Constantine Stores is a must!

Christmas at Pinetum Park This festive season sees Cornwall’s biggest Christmas trees at Pinetum Park. These living giants are fantastic examples of traditional and exotic Christmas trees; discover varieties from America to Norway. Perhaps most recognisable is the Norway Spruce, Britain’s traditional Christmas tree; you’ll also be wowed by the American Christmas Tree (Abies Grandis) which at over 70ft is tall

Take the stress out of buying this Christmas with these original gift ideas, and afterwards enjoy a relaxing, organic and locally-roasted coffee, or simply order online!

enough to brush the reindeer’s feet as they fly over Cornwall on Christmas Eve! Find the beautiful purple Evergreen, Cryptomeria Japonica, from Japan which is over 60ft tall; as well as the brilliant Blue Spanish Fir, Abies Pinsapo ‘Glauca’ which is found in the mountains of Mediterranean Spain.

Amble from the Pinetum to the Winter Garden. The garden is full of fragrance, colourful flowers and beautiful texture from October through to March, and is the perfect place for a festive walk.

Open daily, all year round, visitors can enjoy Pinetum Park throughout Christmas.

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Cornwall Glass & Glazing expands Whether simply replacing a window, renovating a property or embarking on a major development, nothing beats glass in creating an impact. It’s a chic, versatile material and can really add the wow factor, from contemporary balustrades and balconies, to floor-to-ceiling panels, what better way to make the most of the stunning views we’re afforded here in Cornwall.

The good news is that Cornwall Glass & Glazing, the south west’s premiere supplier is expanding and relocating its factory from Saltash to a new state-of-the-art facility in Plymouth. Not only does this bring up to 40 new jobs to the area but, crucially, it also means a wider range of glass products and processing services for us!

The family run company began trading back in 1978 in Truro, Cornwall. Today the group has 15 branches from Penzance to Bristol and over 200 colleagues, with brothers Mark and Garry Mitchell serving as Company Directors. Combining family values, the dedication of highly skilled colleagues, the fantastic new facilities and an extensive range of products, make them your first port of call for all your glazing needs.

For more information, visit www.cornwallglass.co.uk or call 01726 66325.

Acclaimed Porthleven photographer opens new gallery Porthleven’s Carla Regler has been steadily building a reputation for her stunning and often dramatic land and seascape photography. She’s captured everything from the crashing waves and stormy seas of west Cornwall, to the wild horses of Carmargue and even the dazzling Northern Lights.

Fans of Seadrift on Fore Street won’t be strangers to Carla’s work, which graces the walls of the popular kitchen-café. In fact, the gallery upstairs, stocking a wide range of gifts from mugs to large wall art, has caused such a stir that Carla is now opening another gallery, just around the corner on Chapel Terrace.

Give your kitchen a dream makeover If you’d like a fresh new kitchen without the hassle, expense and waste of completely ripping out the old one, then a trip to Dream Doors in Truro is a must.

Most makeovers only take two to three days, and if you do not want to change your worktops you don’t even have to empty your cupboards.

Following the kitchen makeover, it’ll look like a completely new, quality, unique kitchen. Dream Doors has many styles and colours to choose from, including a huge range of handles, a fantastic selection of quality worktops, sinks, taps and appliances.

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Why not add drawer boxes and shelf pull-outs into existing cupboards? This enables you to get to the back of each cupboard, especially useful to people with mobility problems.

And if you need a bit of help deciding on colours and designs, fear not. Owner and Interior Designer Susan will come out to your home and help with decisions, giving you a free, no-obligation quote. tr@dreamdoors.co.uk 01872 240650

The Seadrift gallery will remain open, while the new space allows Carla to expand her photography collection, with a view to displaying other artists’ work too in future. Open in time for Christmas, stock up on gifts for all the family.

If you fancy having a go at creating some masterpieces of your own, why not enroll on one of Carla’s half-day workshops?

These also make fantastic gifts for a photographic partner!

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Earn money by sharing your home List your space on Airbnb and you could earn extra income by sharing your home with like-minded guests over the festive period.

Holidaymakers are keener than ever to experience the beauty of Cornwall. The Airbnb host community in Cornwall welcomes guests from all over the world into their homes, from as far away as New Zealand, Canada and South America, in addition to guests from the UK looking to enjoy what the area has to offer.

Whether you have a holiday home, an empty spare room or are looking to diversify your farm, it’s free to publish your space on Airbnb. There’s a world of opportunity waiting for you, and with the festive season fast approaching, why not list your space? Earn some extra income that can help fund your next adventure, start-up or Christmas celebrations.

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The C�nwa� Living Advent Calendar Where to go, what to do, and everything you’ll need. We bring you the 25 steps to achieving the ultimate Cornish Christmas. is on hand to ensure it all runs like clockwork.

So stick on some yuletide tunes, throw another log on the fire, pour yourself a large brandy, and settle down to the perfect Cornish Christmas!

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Yes, it has come round again. Forget summer – this is the best time of year to enjoy Cornwall! After all, it’s the season when we all get to indulge in some hearty food, and raise a glass with family and friends. And, thankfully, Cornwall Living

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With the festivities officially in swing, it’s time to get the Christmas tree up. We’ve ordered our tree from Fentongollan, available in a range of sizes. Did you know?

“Currently standing at 100ft, Pinetum Park houses Cornwall’s tallest Christmas tree”, Pinetum owner Chang Li explains. “Though already towering above visitors, some of these trees will grow to 300ft; the equivalent of a football field stood on its end!”

Well, the tree is up but it’s looking a bit bare and in sore need of some decorations to brighten it up. Add a bit of sparkle this year with these beautiful ‘Mini Star Wishsticks’, individually handmade glass pieces from Jo Downs. We’re also off to Just Delights in Penryn, the gifts and homewares store, and R & J Supplies at Praa Sands and St Ives to pick up some super stylish decorations.

4. Christmas markets

Nothing says Christmas like a stroll around a festive market; the scent of mulled wine and spices, and the sound of carols, filling the crisp air. Pick up supplies for the holiday season and indulge in some tasty fare while you’re there. Padstow Christmas Festival promises a real treat for foodie lovers, with a whole host of top chefs headed to the fishing town to cook up a feast. There’s a market

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and lots of demonstrations, plus a Santa Fun Run. Over at Watergate Bay there’s the Fifteen Cornwall Winter Fayre (28th November), showcasing Cornwall’s finest food producers. Truro Victorian Market (8th to 13th December) is a step back in time, while the Last Chance Christmas Market in Truro (18th to 20th December) is exactly that. Cotehele has a Christmas fair too.

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the Fowey Christmas Market to be truly magical this year, with lots of stalls, fantastic food, and a very special guest. Turn to page 63 for a preview of things to come.

5. Santa’s Grotto

Keep the kids happy with a trip to Santa’s Grotto. Of course, Santa gets around a bit and there are loads of places across Cornwall to visit the big man himself. Santa will park up his traditional sleigh to arrive at the Fowey Christmas Market by boat.

For a truly spectacular and memorable setting, we’re off to The Eden Project. After completing the trail, enjoy a festive story around the open fire, witness the toy-making workshop and meet Santa himself with his elves and reindeer. The shows are understandably popular, so booking is recommended. And for another unique experience, you’ve got to try ‘Santa by Steam’ aboard the train on the Bodmin & Wenford Railway, throughout December.

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This is where it all begins – the official turning on of the Christmas lights. Mousehole has long held a reputation for its increasingly elaborate installations across the beautiful historic harbour, some even that float, while Padstow’s display grows in scale and popularity every year. Watch lanterns take to the skies and witness the spectacle of Truro’s City of Lights procession on 18th November.

The theme for 2015 is ‘The Museum of Lost Stories’ – and with digital elements too, prepare to be mesmerised!

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Go on, why not bake your own this year?

It’ll taste all the better knowing you’ve personally slaved over it yourself, earning the respect of your guests at the same time. A Christmas cake will keep for ages so can be made well in advance, and you can have fun mixing up the ingredients then decorating it with the kids. Can’t be bothered? That’s fine, too. Simply order a delicious cake from your favourite bakery, and just pretend you made it anyway!

7. Booze

Let’s face it, Christmas just isn’t Christmas without a well stocked drinks cabinet.

You never know who might be calling in, so make sure have a tipple ready for every visitor. You’ll need brandy for the brandy butter; wine for the gravy; plenty of gin to keep Aunt Flora topped up. Yes the supermarkets may offer some bumper deals, but for something a bit more special and the expert advice, nothing beats an independent. So pop over to Constantine Stores near Falmouth, or Johns Wine and Spirit Specialist in St Ives to find some delicious craft drinks and get that cabinet stocked up. Turn to page 94 for advice.

8. The ultimate hamper

Of course, Christmas needs supplies of food.

Copious supplies of food. With so much quality produce, we’re truly spoilt for choice when it comes to festive hampers. Riverford Organic Farms, Picnic Cornwall, and Simply Cornish Hampers all have a fantastic selection this year. Tuck into Helford White soft cheese and warming spiced pickles, delicious mince pies and lots of other goodies, all produced right here in Cornwall.

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9. Get your skates on

If we’re treated to a white Christmas, then what are you waiting for? Get outside and build a snowman! But if our wonderfully mild climate means there isn’t any snow, then chill out with a spot of ice-skating instead. Unfortunately, with crucial restoration work, there’s no rink at the Cathedral this year, but for a really special experience, one like no other, show us your moves at The Eden Project.

10. Panto

For many families, Christmas is really all about the children. And to get them into the festive spirit, there’s really nothing like a good panto. Oh, yes there is! Oh, no there isn’t! Head to Hall For Cornwall in Truro to be entertained by Dick Whittington and his Mousehole Cat – traditional panto, with a Cornish twist. It promises to be extra special this year, starring Harry Potter’s Granville Saxton, back by popular demand, and our very own Kernow King (see page 52).

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And, for something totally different, you’ve got to check out the ‘Curious Things’ exhibition at the New Craftsman Gallery in St Ives. Don’t worry, no animals have been harmed in the making of these fascinating felt headdresses by artist Barbara Keal!

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14. Midnight service Let’s take a moment to remember the true meaning behind Christmas. Head to Truro’s stunning neo-Gothic Cathedral for a service in a truly beautiful setting. The Midnight Mass begins at 11.30pm.

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Well, it’s time to go back home and get to bed before Santa arrives. No doubt Santa has it all wrapped up, but if he does need a bit of stocking inspiration this year, he could always deliver a box of luxury handmade chocolates from Trenance Chocolate. This scrumptious chocolate, created in a whole range of shapes, flavours and sizes, is produced right here in Cornwall, in The Chocolate Factory on the Lizard.

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13. Carols

A good singalong is a great way to get into the festive spirit. If you fancy exercising your vocal chords in an unforgettable experience, take a pew at Truro Cathedral’s Children and Pets Carol Service. As The Very Rev’d Roger Bush says, “This is a wonderful service for all to take part in”.

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If you really want to warm the cockles of your heart, then raise a glass of spicy mulled wine. Personally, we love the Wassail Mulled Cider from Cornish Orchards: “A sumptuous and aromatic brew of cider and apple juice, infused with fresh oranges and hand-blended spices”, it’s the perfect drink for this time of year, served warm, available from the Cornish Orchards farmshop in Duloe and online.

The flagons make the perfect gifts too and can also come boxed with a jar of Cornish Orchards chutney, delicious with cheese and crackers!

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After the swim, you’ll need to warm up with a stiff drink! Head over to a harbourside pub near you; that’s if you can find one that’s actually open on Christmas Day. Try The Ship Inn in Porthleven. Otherwise, it’s back home to raid the drinks cabinet and then check on the turkey.

18. Presents

The moment we’ve all been waiting for – time to open presents! Woolacotts has a fantastic range of electrical gifts, from tablets to coffee machines. Nothing quite

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Christmas morning has arrived! What better way to clear our heads and welcome in the day than a brisk swim across the harbour? Check out Porthleven, home of Cornwall Living, for the ultimate wake-up call, or “the most painful thing I’ve ever done”, as the boss eloquently describes it. There are loads of Christmas swims across Cornwall, for those brave (or crazy) enough to give it a go. Bude’s swim is always popular, often with hundreds taking part, raising money for Bude Surf Life Saving Club. Don’t forget a large towel, but remember, no wetsuits allowed!

16 says “I love you” like a new iPad! And, for that special someone in your life, add a touch of glam with the exclusive jewellery from Cornwall Gold or The Jewellery Workshop in Porthleven. Scent Store in Truro has something for all the family too.

the top restaurants across Cornwall and the UK, counting several highly-acclaimed and Michelin-starred eateries among its customers. So, by our reckoning, it makes the graziers and master butchers with over 150 years’ experience the perfect choice to supply your meat this Christmas.

Provenance is taken extremely seriously at Warren’s, with its produce largely reared on the family farm or others within the local vicinity, ensuring a clear line from field to fork. Ian Lentern Butchers in Penzance and Newlyn, with four generations’ experience, also comes highly recommended.

19. Turkey

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20. Vegetables

Because Turkey isn’t the same without the veg – succulent sprouts, sweet parsnips, crunchy carrots… But why choose vegetables that have done more air miles than a student on a gap year, when you can get delicious, superior produce right here in Cornwall? The boxes from Riverford Organic Farms have everything you need.

Or, who knows? If you’re super organised and green-fingered, you may have already bought the seeds from Fentongollan well in advance and grown them all yourself!

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21. Christmas pudding

Order a traditional luxury Christmas pudding from Simply Cornish, also available from Fentongollan. If you’re not a fan of the traditional Christmas pudding, Sargies does a delicious range of puddings too, as well as its everpopular free-range meringues – ideal for making the perfect pavlova!

There are loads more amazing ideas for Christmas in the following pages to get your inspirationg flowing, including our Fowey Christmas Market feature on page 63. But did you know you can also read all our articles online? Go to the Cornwall Living website and be the first to receive updates by subscribing to our newsletter. www.cornwall-living.co.uk/subscribe

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22. Post-lunch walk

Well, we’ve all eaten way more than we should’ve done, with several helpings of pud, so we’d better work off the lunch and clear our heads with a scenic walk.

Wherever you are in Cornwall, you’re hardly short of options here. Trek the rugged moors, or follow the coastal path for a brisk stroll, taking in the salty sea air. Just don’t get too close to the edge if you’ve been on the brandy!

23. Curl up around �e fire wi� a family film

This is what winter is all about – relaxing in a comfy armchair around a roaring log fire, while distant relatives argue over the rules of Monopoly. Once games have subsided, settle down to watch a classic family film. It could be The Snowman, or maybe The Great Escape. (Preferably not Disney’s Frozen, please – if I hear ‘Let It Go’ one more time…)

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Well that’s it for another year, Christmas is over. But we’ve certainly had one to remember. Too much brandy, one too many mince pies… I think I need a detox!

Time to unwind after another season of festive merrymaking. We’re off to The Salon at Penleaze to enjoy some spa treatments: the ultimate in relaxation!

24. New Year’s Eve

The party’s not over yet. Time for fireworks! Don’t miss out on the amazing displays. Enjoy a special, luxurious two-night break at The Alverton in Truro, and get your finest glad rags on for the ‘Glitter and Glamour at the Oscars’ party, before going out onto the terrace just before midnight for a fantastic view of the fireworks display in the city centre.

Fancy a family ticket to the panto at Hall For Cornwall featuring the Kernow King?

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Bolotho Mews

A stunning barn conversion in the beautiful Cornish countryside.

INFORMATION Four bedrooms - master en suite Fabulous kitchen with vaulted ceilings Many original features Two self-contained holiday cottages 12½ acres of paddocks and gardens Three miles from Truro

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olotho Mews lies on the edge of the historic Killiow Estate and is just three miles from the centre of Truro with its magnificent cathedral, highly regarded schools, theatre and bustling streets full of great restaurants, bars and independent shops. Eight miles south is the harbour and university town of Falmouth, home to a host of yachting facilities and more great eateries. Nearby is a choice of four golf courses and a number of surfing and family friendly beaches within easy reach. With plenty of opportunities for walking, cycling and horse-riding on the Bissoe trail which links the south coast to the north coast at Portreath.

Bolotho Mews is a lovely collection of barns grouped round a central courtyard at the end of a long private lane. The main barn has a broad entrance hallway with an oak staircase leading up to the main reception rooms on the first floor, all enjoying views out over the gardens and countryside beyond. The airy kitchen is at the heart of this family home with a vaulted ceiling and range cooker in the inglenook. There is an outside deck and staircase down to the gardens. The sitting room has a stunning fireplace to cosy up to on winter evenings, with a study and separate family sitting room. The four good-sized bedrooms are all on the ground floor including the master bedroom with en suite, walk-in wardrobe

and doors out to the patio and garden for morning coffee.

The two Five Star Gold Award holiday lets: Bramblings, adjoins the main house; it has a dual aspect sitting room with log burner and high vaulted ceiling. There is a large kitchen/dining room and romantic bedroom with en suite including a roll-top bath.

Skylarks is on the opposite side of the courtyard and retains many of its original features including exposed stone walls, vaulted ceilings; a fabulous kitchen living room with wooden beams, arrow slit windows and a beautifully appointed bathroom with roll-top bath.

Outside, the central courtyard has plenty of parking, and there is a large barn with two loose boxes, a tack room and ample covered area for cars and boats. The ten-acre paddock has wonderful rural views; there is a small orchard and a pretty woodland walk leading down to a small stream. The garden for the main house is secluded and private with plenty of established shrubs, trees and lawn areas.

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ë MAIN The property offers incredible views across rolling countryside é ABOVE Beautifully realised interiors, including a large family kitchen

GUIDE PRICE: £1.35M

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A highly contemporary and energy efficient four bedroom detached home in Boscastle offering panoramic views of the ocean.

INFORMATION Unusual four double bedroom detached house Highly energy efficient home Panoramic views over the village to the ocean Exceptionally light and spacious living accommodation Extensively re-designed by award-winning architects Planning granted for further enhancements Private elevated position, a short walk from the coast path Ample driveway parking and detached garage

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he stunning Elizabethan harbour village of Boscastle, with its wide range of shops, hotels and pubs, attracts visitors all year round.

Sitting in an elevated but private position high above the village is Summer Winds, a fourbedroom detached house. From this vantage point, you’ll enjoy stunning panoramic views across the village to the ocean beyond.

The property has been lovingly re-designed and modernised to create a highly energy efficient and stylish modern home, from the triple glazing and underfloor heating, to the ground source heat pump, solar panels and high-grade insulation.

At the heart of this home is the open-plan, split-level room with light flooding through from windows at front and back; a truly stunning entertaining space. The beautiful oak staircase rises to the first floor and a stylish freestanding Contura wood-burning stove sits on a slate hearth giving a focal point to the room.

A couple of steps lead up to the dining area with Brazilian slate flooring leading onto a stunning timber conservatory, which opens onto the rear garden. The kitchen features butcher-block woodwork surfaces and custom-built cupboards. Also on the entrance floor level is a double bedroom, currently used as an artist’s studio.

The upper floor has two large double bedrooms and a family bathroom. Large Velux windows in the bedrooms and

landing flood the upstairs with light, giving impressive views of the sea. Accessed from the front driveway is an additional double bedroom and en-suite shower room providing excellent guest accommodation.

The single garage provides plenty of room for storage or possibly a small boat to explore the dramatic coastline. The drive is flanked by pretty raised flowerbeds with lawn and small fruit trees and mature shrubs. The rear garden is delightful in the summer months, with mature fruit trees, flowering shrubs, and a small summerhouse, enjoying sea views.

Tintagel village, with links to the legendary King Arthur, is only a few miles away, offering a range of daily and seasonal amenities.

Within easy distance are Launceston, Rock, Padstow, Wadebridge and Bude, with its dramatic heritage coastline. The north coast offers a wide variety of everyday and leisure facilities as well as a choice of infant, junior and comprehensive schools. Popular sandy beaches and the stunning rugged coastline all add to the appeal of this sought after north Cornish coast.

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ë MAIN A spacious, re-designed modern home é ABOVE Open plan kitchen and living room with wood burning stove and beautiful oak staircase

PRICE: £450,000 JACKIE STANLEY

Estuary House, Rock Road, Rock PL27 6NW 01208 862424 rock@jackie-stanley.co.uk www.jackie-stanley.co.uk

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Property LAMORNA COVE

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Lamorna Pottery A wonderful chance for a new life in Cornwall.

INFORMATION Close to the beach at Lamorna Cove Successful tearoom with 28 covers and garden Fully equipped pottery Just under ½ acre of lush gardens with stream Potential for conversion to two dwellings Ample parking

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f you have always fancied upping sticks and moving to Cornwall then here is the perfect opportunity. Lamorna Pottery consists of a well respected pottery, gift shop, tearoom, and bed and breakfast.

There is delightful separate owners accommodation and all this in one of most attractive, Sylvan parts of Cornwall.

Lamorna is just five miles west of Penzance and is a glorious, light-filled, wooded valley with a pretty stream flowing down to rugged Lamorna Cove. Cool and shady with wonderful dappled light on a hot summers day; mild and sheltered during a cold winter; the area is renowned for the artists who worked there during the first quarter of the 20th century, drawn by the amazing quality of light. There are good primary schools nearby while Penzance has secondary schools and a thriving town centre with plenty of independent shops, bars, restaurants and galleries, as well as the iconic art deco outdoor swimming pool and promenade. There are beautiful beaches and watersports nearby, golf and riding and fabulous walking on the coast path.

Lamorna Pottery consists of two large detached dwellings in beautiful, lush gardens. The larger of the two is used as a shop and tearoom with five-bedroomed B&B accommodation above, but could be converted back into a large fourbedroomed family home (subject to the necessary planning permissions). Next door is a detached double garage, the pottery

and large storage area with the owners’ attractive one-bedroomed flat above. Vaulted ceilings with velux windows add to the sense of space and light in the semi-open plan sitting room, office, dining area and kitchen.

Doors lead out from both the dining area and sitting room to the balcony, perfect for alfresco dining.

In the main building, the ground floor has been converted to create a shop for the pottery and a tearoom with kitchen. A large conservatory has tables for 28 covers. Above there are five bedrooms, one of which is en-suite. The rooms need updating, but there is plenty of potential. The pottery contains a kiln, two clay mixers and moulds along with a Belfast sink and plenty of storage.

In the owner’s words: “It is with great sadness that we have decided to sell our home. We love the area of Lamorna, with its wonderful flowers and trees and so close to beaches and country walks. We have met so many interesting people and made real friends of our regular customers. However, we are both now ready for retirement to have the time to travel.’’

Lamorna Pottery

é ABOVE Nearby, the rugged Lamorna Cove ë INSET The fully equipped pottery

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HUMBERTS CORNWALL

40 Lemon Street, Truro TR1 2NS 01872 278288 truro@humberts.com www.humberts.com

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rowing race on earth The Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge starts in La Gomera in the Canaries and finishes in English Harbour, Antigua… all in small rowing boats.

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ê BELOW Celebrating the launch with Cornish ale supplied by the main sponsor Sharp's Brewery

t will take 60 days or more and take them across the Atlantic: that’s over 3000 miles… rowing… two hours on, two hours off, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Forty foot waves, solitude, blisters and sleep deprivation; it is little wonder that more people have been into space or climbed Everest than rowed the Atlantic! I meet Neil Blackeby (above left) and Hamish Stewart, one of the teams entering this year’s race just before they leave Padstow for a 24hour practice row to check out the boat.

The boat looks tiny moored up in the inner harbour but Neil and Hamish positively bounce off her to greet me. They are nothing if not hugely (probably should be in capitals!) enthusiastic about their upcoming adventure, and an hour shoots by as they keep me entertained with facts and stories, much

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laughter and constantly interrupting each other. Neil tells me, “It all started at Earls Court boat show when I was 10! I met Tom aka ‘Moby’ Maclean, one of the first ocean rowers. I pretty much spent the day with him, following him round; and since then I have always wanted to row across the Atlantic.”

Neil became a keen sailor, cruising, racing and delivering boats around the UK, Ireland and France, despite working as a firefighter in Windsor for 23 years! When he retired, he moved back to Cornwall. Then in 2011 the chance to buy the ocean-going rowboat came up. “She was built in Penzance in 2009 for the Atlantic Challenge, but the rowers hit a reef one mile from the finish line, so weren’t placed in the race. It’s one of the original design plywood boats and we have spent a lot of time getting her ready for another go.

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We’ll finish this time!” Hamish chips in: “And we’ll be the oldest boat in this year’s race, with the oldest combined age between us of 105! But we certainly aren’t underestimating the challenge; the first week is going to be really hard while we settle in, but we’ve both wanted this for so long; we want to enjoy it, to embrace the whole experience.”

Neil and Hamish became friends through rowing – both are members of Port Isaac Rowing Club, so when Neil bought the boat he talked to Hamish about taking part in the Atlantic Challenge. “We got lucky with some sponsorship.” Hamish explains, “On the last day of entries for the challenge, we had a meeting with Sharp’s Brewery who agreed to sponsor us. We were in! Now all we have to do is find someone to sponsor bringing the boat back!”

Raising money for the boat and their chosen charity Children’s Hospice SW, in particular Little Harbour in St Austell, has taken up a lot of their time. Local pubs have each sponsored an oar – that will eventually end up on the pub wall, and small local companies have helped, either with bits of kit or funding, and Josh Kernow has done a charity record for them; the local community has really taken them to their hearts. “We have raised £6000 for Little Harbour already, but hope to raise more including some from the sale of the boat after the race,” Neil adds.

The boat will be thoroughly checked by the organisers before and after the race, mainly for safety reasons. Hamish says: “We have to take 70 days worth of dehydrated and

wet food; bottles of water sit in the bottom of the hull to help with the self righting of the boat should we capsize. We have to keep all our rubbish on board – they check that when we arrive.” Neil interrupts, serious for a moment: “And we have to be tied on at all times; a life jacket is not much use if you fall overboard in mid ocean and aren’t tied on! Usually quite a short line, but in rough weather we’ll be clipped onto a longer line, so if we do get thrown out when the boat goes over we are well clear and don’t get hit by her!” Hamish chips in with another grin “Oh yeah, that’ll be me, swimming outside the cabin door, knocking to be let in, while Neil sleeps through all the drama!”

I ask if the boat will be ‘dry’, they answer together: “Oh no, there’s some medicinal rum, a seafaring tradition and, of course, a bit of brandy and port in case of stomach upsets! And we are taking some treats: pork scratchings, smarties, jelly babies.” Hamish looks at Neil, “But you’ve eaten all the jelly babies already!”

As I leave them back on the boat getting ready to go out, I decide that they are firmly on my dinner invite list – if they are so entertaining now, imagine the conversation after the race is completed! Then I hear Neil ask Hamish: “Shall we go for a quick half before we set off?”

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Home

Ambience & function Take the stress out of choosing and fitting a new kitchen with a little help from H Everett Interiors.

ì MAIN Timeless design with plenty of space and storage ê BELOW Sleek and modern kitchen with eye-catching lighting

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he kitchen is the heart of your home; all the more reason to make it the one you really want.

Create something that’s stylish and functional through expert design, planning and workmanship. Whether your looking for country classic or urban chic, the collection at H Everett Interiors in St Austell has something to suit everyone.

The family-run business, established in 1997, comprises a team of specialists supplying and installing fitted kitchens and bedrooms, throughout Cornwall, with a complete kitchen and bedroom design service.

Fitting kitchens and bedrooms in your home requires extensive knowledge of building construction as well as experience in design from a team dedicated to achieving just the right look for you and your home. But planning a new kitchen or bedroom doesn’t need to be complicated or challenging, as

Director, Heath Everett explains: “Whether you have a firm idea of what you want, or if you need to work though a few scenarios with us, we will do the technical bits and help to make the process a pleasant experience for you – after all, a new kitchen or bedroom should be exciting!”

Heath continues: “As an independent business, we’re here to help you achieve the kitchen or bedroom that you want.” As well as design, budget will inevitably come into the equation when purchasing a kitchen.

With over 200 kitchen styles within a very competitive pricing structure, you can create something completely personal to you.

And with friendly advice from design to completion all from one showroom, you really can turn your dreams into a reality.

But don’t just take our word for it – just check out all of H Everett’s customer reviews online. And for the ultimate seal of approval, H Everett is endorsed by Which? too.

H Everett Interiors has one of Cornwall’s largest fully fitted design studios, with a relaxed, comfortable and friendly atmosphere. So to see what Heath’s team can do for your kitchen, pop over to the studio now.

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Em�ace �e winter Make your winter a little lovelier with a fabulous rug from the Cornwall Rug Company.

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ell, this year has truly flown by! How can it possibly be almost Christmas already?

Certainly, it can be hard to keep up as life rushes by, season to season.

But let’s stand still just for a moment and take in the winter; it’s breathtaking, and there is no better place to enjoy it than Cornwall.

With everything changing so rapidly, it can be easy to fall into the trap of seasonal interior trends that may have you scratching your head in disbelief as you contemplate the idea of a total revamp, from summer cool to winter warm.

Well, it’s time to lighten up! Creating a warm, cosy winter-welcoming haven doesn’t have to soak up time and money. At the Cornwall Rug Company Showroom in Wadebridge, the focus is on key areas to help you get your interior winter ready.

April Watson shares a few tips with us to get our homes looking fabulous with the changing of the season.

Illuminate Combine plenty of warm lighting in your living areas. Lighting is ‘jewellery’ to interior spaces.

Texture and warmth Roll out a thick toe-sinking soft pile rug that oozes comfort; add a warm woollen throw or a colourful cushion in the season’s trend colour to create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Detail Focus on the detail by adding gorgeous ceramics in pale neutral hues and an assortment of candleholders. You can make your winter a little lovelier in a pinch with a trip to the Cornwall Rug Company.

ë ABOVE Muted colours with a splash of pink create atmosphere é MIDDLE Don't be afraid to mix it up with bright bold patterned rugs

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A new leaf For fantastic children’s furniture that’s big on style and sustainability, take a leaf out of innovative designer Jake Howard’s book.

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ometimes you stumble across a problem but just can’t find the perfect solution. Then there are those innovative minds out there in which the pieces all slot together seamlessly. This is quite literally the case with Jake Howard, of children’s furniture maker Little Leaf.

In this case, the problem is the abundance of mass-produced, environmentally unfriendly furniture. The solution? Wooden sheets that slots together like a big 3D puzzle to create sustainable and unique seats, storage boxes, and beds. The Little Leaf multi-functional storage box/seat comes in a range of colours and can be customised with your child’s name or favourite colour.

Children love Little Leaf furniture. It’s wholesome designs are fun and functional, yet sustainable. They’re built to withstand the most boisterous of toddlers and will last for years and years.

Fed up with seeing mass produced plastic children’s furniture, that’s unlikely to biodegrade in hundreds if not thousands of years and that will most probably end up in landfill, Founder and Director Jake Howard wanted to create unique eco-friendly and sustainable brand that is designed, crafted and made in the UK. Jake explains: “I’m a father of two, and it’s startling seeing the amount of plastic used in the production of children’s toys and furniture, which is unlikely to be recycled and won’t even bio degrade in my lifetime, let alone my children’s. Therefore, it was important for me to come up with some alternatives for environmentally conscious parents to invest in the planet for their children”.

Little Leaf uses birch timber that is responsibly sourced by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and can be recycled entirely. The company doesn’t try to keep its costs low by using sprayed MDF. The Toddler Bed is designed to keep your little one safe with a side rail to stop them falling out. When they grow bigger the bed can be turned upside down so the rail is at the bottom, saving money and the need to purchase another bed. Both products have been tried and tested by little people with excellent results.

é ABOVE The safe and adaptable children’s bed ê BELOW Unique design and environmentally friendly construction

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Bespoke Bathrooms Gorgeous big tiles, fabulous bathrooms, door and floors… and great advice

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went to meet Megan and Shane, new owners of Interiora on the Falmouth Road in Penryn. Just walking into their stunning showroom makes me wish I was redoing our bathroom at home… maybe some new ideas wouldn’t hurt though while I’m here!

Megan greets me with a huge smile “It was the showroom that really persuaded us to take it on,” she says, “I could really see the potential in the business, it was a great showroom, looked really nice and homely and it was a natural progression for us to start off on our own… it had been our dream for quite a while… so finding the just the right place that we could build on and make our own was wonderful.” And the show room is stunning with even more on offer than before, they have deliberately added a mid-price range to the high end products, for those of us with slightly smaller purses; as well as a range of interior and exterior doors and flooring.

They are happy to just sell the products to you or will supply and fit, using their hand picked tradespeople. “For instance we can cut glass to size and fit for a sloping ceiling for you. And we offer a complete, bespoke design service. As well as baths, fittings and bathroom furniture they have a huge range

of tiles. “I always recommend you take a tile home with you to check out how it looks in situ.” Megan explains.

I ask her about new bathroom trends. “The main thing is they are much more flexible now, there are far more products available so whether you have a tiny space or a big bathroom there is still plenty of choice. Free standing and wall hung modular units are popular for bathrooms now, much more than fitted vanity units. Big tiles made from porcelain are very on trend, they create a wonderful natural looking stone or wood effect and are much easier to maintain.”

They have some fabulous flooring products too, from luxury vinyl tiles or a laminate that is 100% waterproof, guaranteed for 20 years and creates a natural stone or wood effect without all the upkeep. “It looks fantastic and really effective when down” Megan adds with a smile. These two seem to have all the right ideas along with a warm and demystifying approach to bathroom design.

é ABOVE Sleek curves and shapes complete the contemporary kitchen ê BELOW Retro patterned floor tiles add a unique touch

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Wonderland All things Christmas with just a sprinkling of magic!

é ABOVE A fantastic assortment of Christmas essentials î RIGHT Light the way for Santa with this stylish lantern

Take the little ones Charity Christmas Grotto With Santa and resident bears Becky and Billy, a free gift for every child.

Saturdays: 28th November, 5th and 12th December from 11am to 3pm

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or years it has been a family tradition to go to R & J Supplies in Praa Sands to buy new Christmas decorations. We make a day of it, shopping at R & J, a walk along the stunning beach and lunch at the Sand Bar. For returning visitors, at this time of year it’s an essential visit and it’s a real pleasure taking new people into the shop… watching their faces light up… and generally an “Oh, Wow!” So it was a real treat to meet the lovely Jane, one half of Roy and Jane Kettle who own R & J Supplies. A bit like meeting Mrs Santa Claus! Jane explained how the magic happens. “It all starts in February each year with the ordering. I just love picking out all the different things we’ll stock, each year there is more to choose from! Then at the start of September we start to arrange all the displays. I really love watching the faces of the staff as we slowly unpack all that I’ve bought. I know I’ve got it right from their reactions!” Jane adds with a smile: “I do love Christmas. I’m involved from start to finish creating all the displays. But I couldn’t do it without our fantastic staff: Paul, who’s been with us over 30 years, is known by all our

customers, Paula has worked here since 2007 and this will be Adele’s third Christmas.”

We walk round the store as we talk and the displays are fabulous; there is something for all tastes, with glittery, shiny, blingy things in silver and gold, there’s lots of glitter ('Strictly': eat your heart out!). Decorations that light up, bears and reindeer that move, baubles and sparkly things to hang up. But also lots of natural wood, soft colours, fir and pine garlands and glass for those who want something a bit more muted this Christmas.

“We aim for quality at the best possible price.” Jane adds. “And have a range that suits all pockets and tastes.”

There is plenty of free parking and on Sundays 22nd, 29th November and 6th and 13th December there’s a free glass of wine or soft drink to help the shopping.

“It’s our way of saying thank you to all our customers. We just love to make Christmas a bit extra special!”

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Art

The Cornwall Living guide to art around the county.

Here we showcase a variety of new work, exhibitions, gift ideas and more, all available

Image courtesy of Arts Council England Collection

in stunning locations in Cornwall.

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1. PENLEE HOUSE GALLERY Landscape, Zennor 1948

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By Bryan Wynter

Harbour Studio, Polperro

By Gina Farrell

In 1945, Bryan Wynter settled in Cornwall, living in a cottage on the moor above Zennor where he painted works inspired by the ancient landscape. This evocative work is one of many in ‘The Bigger Picture’, an exhibition showcasing the marvellous assortment of painting in Cornwall from the 1920s to the 1960s, until 21st November.

Sitting right on Polperro’s stunning 15th century harbour is Gina’s Art Studio, and this is where you can find Gina Farrell day-to-day, painting and chatting to visitors about her gallery. Works can be attained from as little as £2 for cards going up to approx £900 for originals and commissions.

The gallery is open from 10am to 5pm.

Situated in delightful Charlestown, Atishoo Gallery features the work of more than 80 artists and craftspeople in an exciting and varied collection.

You’ll also find an extensive range of art cards and prints to buy. The gallery offers a bespoke picture framing service on site.

Penlee House Gallery & Museum Morrab Road, Penzance TR18 4HE

Gina’s Art Studio, Lansallos Street, Polperro PL13 2QU

71 Charlestown Road, Charlestown, St Austell PL25 3NL

( 01736 363625 : www.penleehouse.org.uk

( 01503 272958 : www.yourgina.co.uk

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Tall Ship in Charlestown Harbour

By Roy Steadman

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Waves at Polzeath

By Duncan Palmar

Tall Ship in Charlestown Harbour

By Roy Steadman

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By Andrew Giddens

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Capturing the texture, light and atmosphere of magical coastal scenes, Duncan Palmar is exhibiting throughout this month at Quay Art and commissions can be arranged; meet him on Friday 4th and Saturday 5th December. See Quay Art’s website for paintings, ceramics and sculptures, offering something different in contemporary art.

Specialising in local, original work and based on Porthleven’s harbourside, the gallery features paintings, limited edition prints, sculpture, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, wood, metal and glasswork. A bespoke framing service and the Own Art scheme are available here. Visit the website, which is regularly updated.

The Craft Kiln (Cornish crafts), Sail Loft Emporium (antiques and collectables) and Cscape Art are part of The Old Workshop, next to the main Charlestown car park.

Many originals, prints and cards by artist, Sarah Blakey, and photographer, Mick Blakey, are available at the gallery. Reduced opening hours out of season – see website.

Quay Art, North Quay, Padstow PL28 8AF

Commercial Road, Porthleven TR13 9JD

The Old Workshop, Charlestown, St Austell PL25 3NJ

( 01841 533534 : www.quay-art.co.uk

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Showcasing quality, timeless pieces hand selected from designer-makers across Cornwall and Scandinavia, the store will bring well made and well designed items from Tom Raffield, Skandinavisk, Iittala, The Cornish Seaweed Bath Company, Stelton and L:a Bruket.

Among the products featured, you will find hand-blown Finnish designer glassware, hand-made skincare ranges, candlesticks, organic wool throws and soft furnishings, orginal woven towels, and hand-poured scented candles.

We also have an extensive range of Danish Christmas decorations in store.

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Art World Gallery ‘Our fully trained team of staff are here to take away the stress of Christmas shopping and help you find that extra special gift.

We’ll even gift wrap it for you, free of charge!’ Ã Scentstore is one of the UK’s fragrance stores and the largest independent perfumery in the South West. Stocking an extensive range of Perfume and Aftershave from top brands, as well as lower value items, they offer very competitive pricing. Situated in the heart of Truro, you can find Scentstore in Cathedral Lane. They also offer gift vouchers displayed in a presentation box with samples, a perfect gift for those more difficult to buy for.

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Celebrations

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It’s the season of good will, so crack open the bubbly and let’s drink a toast!

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hristmas means many different things to different people. It’s a time of good will and giving, a time to catch up with friends and family, a time to get cosy around roaring log fires while the blustery storms roll in.

It’s also a time to party! After all, Christmas simply isn’t Christmas without a fabulous party or two to go to!

In today’s world, we’re dotted all over the place and, for many, Christmas is the only real time of year that we get to enjoy some quality time together. So why not make it one to remember, by creating some irreplaceable memories to cherish for years to come? And, as we say here at Cornwall Living, there’s no better place for any kind of celebration than right here in Cornwall!

The Duchy is an incredible destination any time of year but it particularly makes the perfect location for a winter party. For a start, our unique climate often means milder winters, while the beaches are much quieter

this time of year too, so you might get an uninterrupted stretch of golden sand entirely to yourselves. Start the day with a brisk stroll along the beach, before heading back inside into the warmth to get the party started.

But now you're all here in this stunning location, why do all the hard work yourselves? All across Cornwall, there is a whole host of luxurious hotels, restaurants and bistros offering amazing Christmas and New Year party packages. Even better, when spreading the cost among a larger group, it really needn’t break the bank. Tuck into a delicious feast amongst fantastic company, and forget all about the washing up – it sounds like absolute heaven!

Our cover feature should hopefully have given you some festive inspiration this year.

And over the next few pages, we hope to fuel your Christmas or New Year’s party ideas even more, with a range of exciting things going on across Cornwall. We’ll certainly raise a glass to that!

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with lunch within our rosette award winning restaurant located within the beautiful cliff top setting of the Atlantic Hotel. A delicious 5 course lunch awaits you with a complimentary glass of champagne on arrival to start the celebrations with a bang. Call for further details and bookings.

Why not come and celebrate Christmas Day in our idyllic chandelier restaurant and dine in style with a delicious 5 course meal with friends and family.

We offer either a lunchtime or evening dining option. Call for details now, limited spaces left.

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Get �e party started Bystro at the Bank and The Llawnroc Hotel promise the ultimate post-Christmas shindig, whether with family, friends or colleagues.

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ystro at the Bank, in the heart of St Austell, presents a new twist on the cabaret clubs of old. Owner Ben Stevens and his team have created a friendly and colourful space in the beautiful old Lloyds Bank building, where fantastic homemade food, local ales, wines and spirits mix with comedy nights, live jazz, blues and folk.

It’s the perfect place to enjoy fresh, delicious food accompanied by live acoustic music, in a truly unique and stylish setting.

And if this sounds good to you, well it gets better! The team at Bystro has teamed up with The Llawnroc Hotel to offer an incredible party package for a large group of people. Whether with staff, friends or family, it’ll be the night that everyone talks about; the ultimate post-Christmas party!

Bystro at the Bank will provide a delicious meal for 30 guests in its relaxed cabaret club with live entertainment. Having been suitably wined and dined, you’ll then be whisked away to The Llawnroc Hotel, the luxurious boutique hotel in Gorran Haven.

Here, you’ll be treated to more 5-star hospitality, with an amazing after party and sumptuous accommodation in the beautifully presented rooms.

Enjoy luxury, comfort and a warm welcome at this stylish hotel on Cornwall’s south coast. It’s a picturesque retreat where you can relax and unwind. With its spacious rooms, stylish decor, bespoke furnishings and stunning sea views, The Llawnroc is certainly dressed to impress!

Sail, surf, walk the cliffs, explore the local beaches or simply stay in and soak up the splendour of the hotel. Every detail at this boutique hotel has been designed to ensure that you have an unforgettable stay.

So what are you waiting for? Give them a call and start the new year with a bang!

ì TOP RIGHT The stunning view at Gorran Haven - home of The Llawnroc é ABOVE Serving delicious drinks as well as homemade food

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Party drinks

No Christmas party is complete without some warming drinks to wash down all the rich food. It’s the season of wassailing, the ancient tradition of drinking the health of our fruit trees to ensure a good harvest.

And what better way to do it than wit h a warm glass of mulled cider from Cornish Orchards? This delicious winter warmer – pressed, blended and bottled right here in Cornwall at Westnorth Manor Farm – is best enjoyed around a roaring open fire. A sumptuous and aromatic brew of cider and apple juice,

Festive season of Fowey

We always love a trip to Fowey, but it really comes alive over the Christmas period. If you happen to be paying a visit to the riverside town on the south coast, we recommend heading over to The Galley at the Fowey Gallants Sailing Club. Tucked away down a tiny alley off the main street, The Galley is housed in an historic waterside clubhouse. With stunning river views and outdoor seating available year round, The Galley features an inspired international menu along with traditional favourites. A delicious season of special menus and theme nights is under way and the club’s two f loors are the perfect informal waterside venue for families and large groups. The tasty Sunday roasts sell out every week and Friday’s tapas night has become an after-work favourite. The Galley is now taking bookings for its festive threecourse Christmas menu, which is available from 29th November.

THE GALLEY www.foweygalley.com

infused wit h fresh oranges and hand-blended spices, it’s a real taste sensation. In the season of good will, a bottle also makes a great gift too!

C ornish Orchards has brought the traditional Wassail recipe into the 21st century. Available in 500ml and 1 litre f lagon-style bottles, 5l and 20l bag-in-box, Wassail is the perfect winter warmer and a must stock for any establishment over the colder months.

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Christmas hampers

Create a table heaving with great British food this Christmas with online farm shop Riverford. Its range of iconic vegboxes, dinner boxes and recipe boxes makes sharing f lavourful, homegrown organic goodies easy.

There’s everything you need to make this Christmas your tastiest and most homegrown yet! Better still, it is all delivered free to your door. Steve and Lynn Allen who deliver Riverford vegboxes, meat and more to families in Cornwall say, “Christmas is definitely our busiest time of year. People want to share real food with a real story. Whether it’s Brussels sprouts or beef fore rib, superb turkey, Stilton or King Edwards spuds, everything we grow and sell is selected for its outstanding f lavour. If we don’t grow or make it ourselves, as much as possible comes from small scale British farmers and producers.” Riverford has also come up with a range of Christmas dinner boxes featuring classic Christmas veg, slow-grown organic turkey, Riverford mince pies, Christmas puddings, cheeses and much more.

RIVERFORD 01208 368434 www.riverford.co.uk

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We discover Equine Assisted Therapy and the role that horses can play in aiding recovery, restoring confidence, promoting social skills, and building successful teams.

illions of people across the world will tell you of the joy that an animal can bring. After all, that’s why so many of us have pets. Animals really can do so much to lift our spirits, simply through offering companionship without judgement.

Horses, in particular, excel in this regard. But they can do so much more too; they can play an important role in therapy, to help overcome emotional, mental or physical obstacles; to help alleviate worries or addictions; and to build or repair capacity for forming reciprocal bonds, friendships and relationships with others, helping to restore confidence too.

This is because horses have a natural desire for company. They also mirror behaviour, responding intuitively to body language and so will be more willing to respond to positive language. They are also mentally complex,

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é ABOVE The Autism Centre Team

with their own unique personalities. Another factor is that being large animals, horses have a big physical presence. When combined together, these factors make horses ideal animals to test, challenge and build your own communicative skills and a positive mindset.

Interaction with horses can help those with autism build social skills and cope in a variety of social situations, leading to greater participation in society. Equine Assisted Therapy (EAT) as it is known has a rising profile, although sadly many are still unaware of the phenomenon or its benefits.

Brown Horse Academy is a Community Interest Company, set up to help people with disadvantages, disabilities or who need help to move forward in their lives, through the use of EAT and Equine Assisted Learning (EAL). With a successful track record and credibility in the field, all income received goes towards the stables and upkeep of the horses.

Working closely with other organisations, the company also seeks to raise awareness about the advantages of these practises, so that more people can reap the benefits. The company has a strong sector assisting persons with the Austism Spectrum disorders and an autism centre has been opened in St Austell.

Managing Director and Founder Peter de Snoo explains: “It’s well known that humans benefit from regular contact with animals; and many have an especially unique relationship with the horse. Horses can be related to freedom for many people and this can be used to make an important connection between people and horses, for mutual benefit.”

You don’t need an existing interest in

horses to benefit from EAT, nor do you need experience of riding. In fact, most EAT doesn’t actually involve riding at all! Sessions are individually tailored, and typically involve interaction in a range of activities such as leading horses over a series of obstacles, opening the mind to new ways of thinking.

The team consists of qualified psychotherapists, counsellors, life coaches business mentors and horse professionals, assisting the company in achieving its objective, many being unpaid volunteers.

Of course, therapy is a complex area without a simple ‘quick fix’. Depending on the client’s specific needs, EAT is just one component of a wider programme, often with several elements working together. These can also include life coaching, business mentoring, counselling and interview coaching, to help people re-integrate back into society or equip them with the right tools to achieve their potential. Indeed, it could prove just as useful to businesses looking to build team relationships.

Brown Horse Academy has equestrian facilities dotted across Cornwall, from Penzance to Liskeard. So, wherever those in need might be located, there is a centre within easy reach to start reaping the benefits now.

BROWN HORSE ACADEMY

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Shopping

Winter bloom The winter flower season begins with Scilly Flowers, delivering beautifully scented narcissi across the country.

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Simply quote Cornwall Living, or use the code CL15 online. To be delivered before 28/11/15.

s the busy holiday season on the Isles of Scilly draws to a close the winter flower season begins. The very first scented narcissi are often picked as early as September; by midOctober picking has started in earnest and will continue until Easter.

There is a long history of flower farming on the Isles of Scilly and today narcissi are grown commercially on four of the five inhabited islands, keeping up the long held island tradition of producing high quality and beautifully scented narcissi for which Scilly is famous.

As well as a great deal of local expertise, the flowers are helped by the mild climate.

Scilly might get battered by some ferocious Atlantic storms, but the sea surrounding the little islands acts like a giant blanket and the temperature rarely drops below freezing.

This means flowers can grow outdoors all through the winter in small fields, sheltered by tall pittosporum hedges.

The way Scillonian farmers grow their flowers might be very traditional but the way some farms now sell them certainly isn’t. Churchtown Farm on St Martin’s has led the way and for nearly 30 years, the Julian family have been sending Scilly grown scented flowers by post, cutting out the

wholesale flower markets and delivering gift boxes of fresh Scillionian flowers direct to any doorstep in the country.

The second generation of Julians, Ben and Zoe, are now responsible for the day-to-day running of the farm and, as Ben points out, they can’t rely on customers just popping in: “Our summer visitors are often surprised to learn how busy we are in the winter.

Obviously there isn’t much passing trade in December, so people use our website or call us to order their flowers. Our farm team are good multitaskers: often the person taking your order will also have graded and packed your flowers.”

Churchtown Farm is a hive of activity, employing 18 people year-round, with quite a few more joining the team at the busiest times such as Christmas and Mother’s Day, when thousands of boxes of scented narcissi will leave the islands, sending messages of love and a little bit of Scilly to homes all over the country.

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Christmas just isn’t Christmas without going to the panto!

Or how about that eternal seasonal favourite, The Nutcracker, to get you in the mood for all things wonderland; it is the perfect introduction to ballet for the younger members of the family and the older ones will quickly succumb to its magic. And for the ‘slightly’ older, cool cats amongst us then an evening of comedy with Jasper Carrot and Alistair McGowan is sure to appeal.

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The Nutcracker Suite St Petersburg Ballet Classic Ballet

Friday 20th and Saturday 21st November The Nutcracker is an eternal, seasonal favourite. It’s Christmas Eve and Dr Silbergaus has arranged a party for his daughter Clara. Her Godfather, dressed as Santa Claus, arrives with gifts for the children including a Doll, a Mouse King and a Nutcracker. After midnight the Nutcracker and Mice come to life and Clara's magical journey begins.

Tchaikovsky’s endearingly familiar score, performed by a live orchestra, makes this an unmissable family treat.

And the company will perform Giselle on Wednesday 18th and Thursday 19th November.

Vampire Rock Ghost Train

Saturday 9th January You need to book now for it’s sure to sellout. After 12 years and over a million tickets sold, Steve Steinman returns as Barron Von Rockula in the all-new Vampires Rock saga Ghost Train.

Barron Von Rockula flees the club with his band of blood sucking vampires in search of a new home. They find an old abandoned fairground ride The Ghost Train and make it their new home. The Barron and his motley crew set a cunning plan to lure victims into the ride and live in rock 'n' roll hell forever.

With a truly great band that blast their way through some of the greatest ever rock anthems including We Will Rock You, Bat Out of Hell, Sweet Child Of Mine, Total Eclipse of the Heart and many more!

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Dick Whittington & his Mousehole Cat!

Sunday 6th December to Sunday 3rd January A homegrown Christmas adventure for the whole family…

Once upon a time, a young lad called Dick Whittington set off from Cornwall to follow his dreams of fame and riches. But before long our hero hasn’t got a penny to his name and nobody but his faithful cat for company. He turns for home…. Will Dick find his fortune after all? Or will his hopes be thwarted by the menacing King Rat and his minions?

Starring Harry Potter actor Granville Saxton, who is much loved for his hilarious audience interaction and brilliant adlibbing. Granville is back playing Alderman Fitzwarren, but keep your eyes peeled as he is set to pop up in a variety of other intriguing guises!

Appearing alongside Granville will be Cornwall's very own comedy star Kernow King, otherwise known as Edward Rowe!

Kernow King has become a huge local star, known for his hilarious stand up routines.

An Evening with Jasper Carrot and Alistair McGowan

Sunday 13th December and Tuesday 15th December Comedy legends Jasper Carrott and Alistair McGowan split the bill and your sides with a night of fantastic comedy stand up and amazing impressions.

Jasper Carrott’s career has spanned five decades, starting as resident compére at the Boggery Folk Club in Birmingham in the mid-seventies. There he discovered his talent for comedy, and his inability to sing; the rest, as they say, is history. His comedy single Funky Moped shot to the top of the British pop charts in 1975, establishing him as a household name. The flipside was his take on the legendary Magic Roundabout, a record still sought out today by a whole new generation of fans. He is known as the Godfather of British Comedy.

Alistair McGowan is probably best known to British audiences for The Big Impression which was, for four years, one of BBC1’s top-rating comedy programmes – winning numerous awards, including a BAFTA – and for his recent much-admired ITV1 sports-comedy You Cannot Be Serious (‘An excellent one-man show!’ Clive James, Daily Telegraph). Alistair was a regular at London’s Comedy Store and appeared at The Edinburgh Festival and on the 1996 Royal Variety Show.

NB: this performance has an age recommendation of 14+

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ELLEN KENT OPERA SEASON Thursday 12th to Saturday 14th November For opera lovers, three Ellen Kent productions with full orchestra. On Thursday night it’s Strauss’s light-hearted opera, Die Fledermaus. On Friday: Puccini’s Tosca, an explosion of love and treachery. Culminating on Saturday night with one of the most famous operas: Bizet’s Carmen.

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We visit stunning homes in Carbis Bay, Newquay and Port Isaac.

é MAIN Carbis Bay: a view that needs no explaining è RIGHT Cool hues and contemporary living spaces

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Elanora, Carbis Bay

With its golden sands and turquoise sea, Carbis Bay is recognised as one of the most beautiful bays in the world. It’s often selected as the perfect base for those wanting to relax and get away from it all while having the convenience of being just minutes away from the hustle and bustle of St Ives.

With its Blue Flag accredited beach, Carbis Bay is a popular choice for a

luxury self-catering holiday, with many special escapes having dramatic sea views. The coastal railway links St Ives to Penzance and is perhaps one of the most scenic rail journeys in the UK. The rail journey from Carbis Bay to St Ives takes about four minutes and also connects to St Erth and Penzance to mainline UK stations including Paddington, London.

Elanora takes its name from the aborigine for ‘home by the sea’ and it has been aptly named; this stunning first floor apartment at the popular Barepta Cove Apartments in Carbis Bay has floor-toceiling windows in the living area and French doors in the master bedroom that showcase the panoramic views of St Ives Bay. You’re a short walk from the beach and have direct access onto the coastal path, perfect for exploring this beautiful stretch of coastline.

This bright apartment has been stylishly decorated with Calligaris Italian designer furnishings throughout. Sit back in one of the luxurious leather sofas and gaze at the seaside scenes before you wander onto the balcony and enjoy an alfresco drink.

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The Gem at Pentire, Newquay

The Pentire area is a haven for lovers of watersports, nature walks and bird watching. The Gem, nestled on a tree-clad riverbank, enjoys mesmerising views of Crantock beach and the open sea beyond.

Part of The Pavilions, an exclusive development on the sought-after, secluded Pentire headland, The Gem combines seaside chic with contemporary design.

Inside, sophisticated greys and blues combine with carefully chosen fabrics, wall coverings and artworks; an attention to detail that’s echoed in every aspect of the design and facilities. From the smart TV to the bean-to-cup coffee machine, the owners have thought of everything.

The beautiful kitchen is minimalist with clean lines and a luxurious feel.

You’ll find a breakfast bar for two, a comfortable sofa and armchairs for four in this south-facing living space opening out to the lawn and gardens.

You have full access to the shared private grounds, which include terraced lawns, a seating area and an outdoor après-beach shower, ideal for washing off sandy toes.

The Gem has its own patio and lawned terrace with commanding views across the river Gannel. Descend steps at the

bottom of the garden straight to the river, and at low tide stroll along the sand and paddle or cross the footbridge towards Crantock beach.

You’re quietly secluded, but minutes away from the fine dining, stylish bars, and innovative cafes of Newquay.

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The Terrace, Port Isaac

Port Isaac is a historic, vibrant and friendly fishing village; a popular film and TV location, home to three Michelin-starred

é ABOVE Amazing views of the harbour from the sun terrace

modern and § Beautiful, spacious living area

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chef Nathan Outlaw and shanty-singing group, The Fisherman’s Friends.

Perched on the clifftop, just above the harbour, The Terrace is a truly breathtaking property in a spectacular setting.

With stunning panoramic views over the harbour and out to sea, it makes the most of its extensive south and west facing sun terrace. It’s the perfect spot to while away the day, watching the fishing boats coming in and out of the harbour.

The Terrace has been finished to an exceptionally high standard, in a contemporary style, sleeping up to six.

Make use of the large garden, and parking space for up to six cars or boats.

A beautiful home in a gloriously unique setting and thoughtfully furnished, The Terrace offers high-end luxury self-catering in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The Terrace is just a few minutes walk from the harbour, with its award-winning seafood restaurants, vibrant cafes, a pub and galleries.

There are a number of spectacular beaches within a short drive, including the watersports haven of Rock, and the surfing paradise of Polzeath. Golfers will love the famous St Enodoc links course nearby.

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We check out an inspiring new surf and outdoor apparel and hardware shop opening in St Ives.

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hen we got wind of a new surf shop opening in St Ives, with a firm conscience for both great design and sustainable practice, we just had to find out more. So we catch up with owner Raven Williams, who gives us the lowdown on Common Wanderer.

“Having grown up in St Ives, I’ve always been inspired by our natural surroundings, whether surfing, camping, or hiking”, explains Raven. “So it seemed fitting to start a shop that facilitates adventure and inspires people to get out and connect with nature.”

And Raven has done just that, as he continues: “It was important for me to bring

something different to the town as in recent years there has been an influx of chain stores and fast food outlets.” Recently graduating in Sustainable Product Design at Falmouth University, Raven wanted to bring together a project that promoted the values of good design that’s thoughtful to the environment.

Common Wanderer aims to provide functional apparel and hardware that’s both stylish and sustainable. The store aims to reflect these values through the items it carries, consider multiple factors in regard to where items are manufactured, the materials they use, and the context that they can be used in.

"We like to think that whatever activity it is that takes you outdoors we have something that can help to keep you warm and dry whilst looking good!"

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Common Wanderer carries local coldwater surf brand Finisterre, which specialises in ethical performance products for everyday adventures. Offering an unrivaled style of Merino wool base layers, knitwear, and insulation, Finisterre keeps things simple yet functional. “The kind of understated quality that we love at Common Wanderer”, adds Raven.

Further afield, the shop works with Topo Designs backpacks, which are handmade in Colorado, US. Robust fixtures and construction are combined with great design ethos, and colour ways creating great backpacks for either the trail or everyday use.

Fjallraven, a Swedish brand, provides classic outerwear, sleeping bags and accessories that stand the test of time, both in terms of material durability and style.

Alongside the more technical products, Raven likes to carry an expanding range of lifestyle offerings from publications Ernest and Another Escape, to locally roasted coffee from Yallah, and woollen blankets made in Wales. Common Wanderer aims to offer a little something for everyone, on the basis that the outdoors means something different to everyone, whether it’s a walk with the dogs or a two-day hike. “We like to think that whatever activity it is that takes you outdoors”, says Raven, “we have something that can help to keep you warm and dry whilst looking good!”

ì RIGHT Everything you need for outdoor pursuits

Raven’s team have created a fantastic space to showcase the range, from the solid ash interior, sourced from local timber merchant Woodstock, to the British-made pendant lighting. Traditional retail environments offer an unrivalled experience and despite plans to launch online, Raven explains that it was important to get the physical space right first. “We like to advocate adventure and we feel it’s refreshing to shop in an area surrounded by such natural beauty. Online can be an important tool for a business, but we aim to get people away from their laptops and out into the open! At this stage, we’re happy to be offering thoughtful products that balance function and style and aim to carry on doing so as we feel it sets us apart from traditional retailers.”

COMMON WANDERER St Ives www.commonwanderer.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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We find plenty of inspiration at The Cornwall Home Shows at the Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge and Lemon Quay Truro.

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nyone who has renovated a home will tell you what a rewarding – albeit occasionally exhausting – experience it can be. The satisfaction upon seeing the finished result is unparalleled, and it can also be a financially rewarding process too. But whether tearing down walls or simply revamping with new soft furnishings, we all love to add those special and individual touches to our homes.

And this autumn, we found a wave of inspiration at two Cornwall Home Show events, beginning with the Interiors Market in September, followed swiftly by October’s Home Improvement and Self Build Show.

And, of course, Cornwall Living was there to witness all the action!

The Royal Cornwall Showground, situated in rolling green countryside on the outskirts of Wadebridge, made the perfect venue to host these landmark events. Over the two weekends, hundreds of exhibitors, from master craftsmen and women to bespoke independent designers, showcased the finest wares, products and services that Cornwall has to offer for house and home.

Event Organiser, Andrew Weaver, says: “It has been another fantastic turn out for our home events this year, and we look forward to building on this for 2016 with more of Cornwall’s finest”As well as the many stalls, the event organisers curated a series of

seminars, giving tips on everything from infrared heating to building control advice.

Another fantastic component has been the ‘Meet the Expert’ sessions, a chance to talk face-to-face with those in the know; perfect for those embarking on an improvement or renovation project. Whether talking to architects about moving a wall in a listed building, or discussing lighting design to create the right ambiance in a particular room, the 25-minute sessions proved popular; an amazing opportunity to pick the brains of those in the know, at no extra cost.

Looking round all the incredible stalls provides a lot of food for thought, and we soon worked up an appetite. Thankfully, the artisan food and drink market, ‘A Bite of Cornwall’, was on hand to deliver a range of delicious cakes, pastries, teas and craft beers, all lovingly produced right here in Cornwall.

With another successfully year out the way, bring on the next Cornwall Home and Lifestyle Show next April! In the meantime, check out the Fowey Christmas Market this December, to get into the festive spirit.

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went to meet Becca and Elliot Thompson the new owners of the Star and Garter in Falmouth. Tucked away at the top of High Street in Falmouth it is well worth searching out this lovely pub. There are plenty of little independent shops on the way up for a bit of window shopping and arriving at the pub it is warm, welcoming and somehow traditional and contemporary

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all at the same time. On a sunny day in October the log burner is lit adding to the cosiness but the eye is immediately drawn to the views from the windows that run across the entire back wall. Not only is this a fab place for lunch or supper – but a great place for a natter and to while away some time with a cup of coffee watching the boats of all shapes and sizes drift by.

è RIGHT Elliot and Becca with the team ê BELOW A magnificent cake baked for the opening party

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Elliot and Becca are as welcoming as their pub – they got married in April this year and opened the pub in August – so it has been quite a year for them.

Elliot has been a chef for the past 10 years, he explains with a smile: “It was always food; I love eating! But it is the sport of cheffing I love, being in the kitchen, working with the team with a clear goal in sight, being creative, the adrenaline pumping as you work to get delicious food out in good time and looking great! It is like a sport.”

After college Elliot went to work at the Gylly Beach Café.

Becca grins, “It was quite fortuitous really, I was away at university (she read Geography at Nottingham) and my mum rang me up and said the I should come home and meet the rather gorgeous new chef at the Gylly, she was sure I would like him!! I came back down to

Falmouth for Easter, met Elliot and, of course, mum was right… end of story, we got married eight years later!” In fact they made a point of thanking Becca’s mum for her match-making at their wedding.

After she graduated they travelled for a year working their way round China, Australia and India with Elliot absorbing new ideas of wonderful flavours and cooking methods. Then back to Exeter where Becca did her Masters in sustainable development and Elliot cheffed at the Rusty Bike and Fat Pig, then a year at the St Moritz Hotel in north Cornwall, followed by four years in London with Becca working in international development and Elliot honing his skills working for Youngs in Fulham, Hawksmoor in Spitalfields and cooking for Stella McCartney.

“By the end I was really pining for Cornwall. I always wanted to be a chef.” Elliot tells me. “But I wanted to be a chef in Cornwall, I

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ê BELOW Stephen Knowles and his team preparing some fresh Cornish produce

have enormous respect for its food; you feel attached to the land, sea and the food here. It wasn’t the same in London, even though I had been taking Cornish food up to London to the restaurants I worked in – it wasn’t the same! Now we change the menus twice a day to suit what has come in; that’s fresh!”

The pair had been looking round for a place of their own and Becca tells me that Elliot loved The Star and Garter: “It was his benchmark: he would say ‘Yes it’s nice… but it’s not the Star and Garter!’ When it came on the market it was too expensive for us initially.” Elliot

takes up the story. “The building was in a pretty bad state, even our surveyor told us not to buy it because it needed so much work! But we persevered, negotiated hard and took it on. The alternative was that it would have been turned into flats, and we really didn’t want that! It does feel quite a big responsibility taking on such an iconic building, with so much history. It was a wine merchant’s when the harbour would have been buzzing with trade, full of exotic produce and people… in fact, it’s partly built of bits of old boats with thick wooden masts as beams.”

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foodie “Owning a pub in a town where we’ve lived for many years is a dream come true and I hope we can respect all the pub’s traditions while making it a place where locals and visitors come and drink, eat brilliantly sourced and fairly priced food and be merry!”

Philosophy on Food

“Simple, we have a really strong ethic about our food, respect for the animals and produce we use, and the people who produce them. We waste nothing – properly subscribing to the ‘nose to tail’ philosophy and our three chefs are the same; they hate to see anything go in the bin! We want it to still be the local pub and a foodie’s heaven; I roped in Stephen Knowles from Fifteen as chef. We had worked together at Gylly Beach so I knew we had the same ideals and philosophy and he brought two other chefs from Fifteen. They are a fantastic team.”

The kitchen does all it’s own butchery.

Whole carcasses come in from Philip Warren butchers so the chefs can butcher them into whatever they want to cook, they make their own sausage meat for their sausages and delicious scotch eggs. “There is always something being slow smoked in our ‘big green egg’ or brined for a few days. We have twice daily briefings with front of house so they know the provenance and detail of each dish. We have regular wine, beer and food tastings with the whole team – so they can give an informed view of dishes and drinks, and we take them to visit our suppliers.

It’s not about preaching to customers, but having knowledgeable, informed staff who can tell you about a dish if you ask them. We are finding that many of our customers do want to know, are as conscientious about the food they eat and drinks they have, as we are.”

Becca and Elliot agree that three chefs might seem a bit of a luxury – but are keen to emphasis that that

is why the menu is as good as it is, and can change so easily. “It really is our ethic behind the whole business,” Becca goes on. “We can’t deskill our menu by having fewer chefs. And the three chefs came on board together, they like working together and, like us, it was a lifestyle choice for them – they are in for the long haul! But all the staff are important, they choose to work here because we are a bit different in our approach.”

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Time Off

A bit of a stupid question in such a new venture!

Becca laughs, “We do talk about it constantly, live and breathe it, and we live above the shop. So we have designated times when we don’t talk about work: though it doesn’t always work!” Elliot adds: “But time off is walking Olive our French bulldog, Porthtowan to St Agnes, or somewhere on the Helford. Eating out is No 4 in St Agnes, The Gurnards Head or lunch at the Peppercorn Café in Perranuthnoe, also good for a walk. There are so many. We live in the most amazingly beautiful place in the world, and now own the best pub with the best team in our favourite place, Falmouth. It just doesn’t get any better!”

The Star and Garter 52 High Street, Falmouth TR11 2AF 01326 316663 www.starandgarterfalmouth.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Book now for Spires and Senara Restaurants.

Our menus change daily focusing on fresh, seasonal, local produce.

Licensed, with full wheelchair access and ample parking close by, we also offer catering for private parties and functions.

The Falcon Inn me Co to a real pub!

Always 4 Real Ales on the Bar Real Cider & 30 + Malt Whiskies

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Senara Restaurant, Penwith College, St Clare, Penzance, TR18 2SA. t: 01736 335215 email: senara@penwith.ac.uk Spires Restaurant, Allen building, Truro College, Truro, TR1 3XX. t: 01872 267621 email: spires@truro-penwith.ac.uk

Oh.... and we do sell lager.

Dogs Welcome • Large Garden & Patio Area Real log Fire in Winter • AA4 star B&B Accommodation 10% discount for CAMRA members on food

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Downright Delicious feast nights at Pendennis Castle “We love the winter season at Downright Delicious”, says Executive Chef, Richard Miles-Musgrave. “It gives us time to get creative with our menus and look towards the next year with excitement. As wedding bookings make way for more corporate lunches, gala dinners and various launches of products, new buildings and art galleries, we also have the much appreciated time to create new dishes and recipes.”

Following the recent move to the new kitchen at

Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, Downright Delicious will soon release dates for cookery courses. Groups of up to 14 people can spend a day with the chefs, learning everything from fish filleting to pie making; creating mouth-watering curry to presenting beautiful canapés.

The best part? Take the food you’ve created home with you to show off to your friends and family!

We’re getting excited about the upcoming Feast Nights at the castle. See your food being cooked over

Stock up your larder for Christmas

P lanning ahead for the festive season? Make sure you seek out the Courtyard Deli & Kitchen in Falmouth. Tucked away in a historic corner of Bells Court, this family-owned deli is a real hidden gem for those who love good food and wine. Stocking a comprehensive range of cheeses, meats and antipasti, plus tasty packaged treats from near and far, the knowledgeable and enthusiastic team will be delighted to help you find what you’re looking for. Also selling delicious home-baked cakes, tarts and other treats (including gluten-free) - why not take the opportunity to grab a coffee and a bite to eat in the peaceful courtyard, or by the fire upstairs, while the team package up your purchases?

With notice, the deli can also take orders for festive favourites such as glazed hams, cheeseboards, hampers and fancy French macarons, helping to make this Christmas super-stress-free.

COURTYARD DELI & KITCHEN 2 Bells Court, Falmouth TR11 3AZ 01326 727007 www.courtyarddeli.co.uk

the open fire in true 16th century fashion and served on large banqueting tables in the gunroom of the historic keep.

Contact Downright Delicious for cookery class gift vouchers, on sale at £25 each – a cool Christmas present with a difference!

DOWNRIGHT DELICIOUS Events Kitchen, Pendennis Castle, Castle Drive, Falmouth TR11 4LP downrightdeliciouscornwall@gmail.com 07850 123132

Boxing Day at The Penventon After the mayhem of Christmas Day, preparing, cooking, opening gifts and entertaining, Boxing Day is the perfect chance to completely relax, and head out for a delicious meal in luxury at The Penventon Park Hotel.

Tuck in a four-course lunch (12 to 2pm) for £38 per person and dinner (7-9pm) for £32 per person. Served up in the decadent and newly refurbished restaurant with dishes such as wild boar stew with wild mushrooms, chesnuts and Cornish chorizo or pan-fried hake with seasonal vegetables cooked over charcoal and salmoriglio.

If you haven’t had enough, there’s homemade Christmas pud with brandy sauce or a fabulous Penventon dessert plate, complete with toffee apple and berry grunt, warm chocolate brownie with peanut butter ice-cream, vanilla crème brulee and port and blackcurrant jelly with honey madeleines. .

THE PENVENTON PARK HOTEL West End, Redruth TR15 1TE 01209 203000 www.penventon.co.uk

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Hearty food

With the nights drawing in, Adam Cawood, Head Chef at Trevalsa Court Hotel, shares his tasty recipe for blade of beef with dumplings with us. Creating a warming, hearty dinner, this dish is perfect with a nice bottle of red, for a cosy, fireside evening.

Marinate a blade of beef in red wine, port, vegetables, bay leaves and peppercorns for 48 hours.

Pat it dry and season, then quickly brown all over in a frying pan. Strain the marinade and mix with beef stock. P lace the blade and liquid in a large pan, or oven proof dish, and put on a slow simmer, or 130�c in the oven for 8 hours. Remove the blade and reduce

the cooking liquid down until thickened.

To make the dumplings, placed cubed bread and milk in a bowl and soak for 15 minutes. Squeeze out the bread and mix with bone marrow, beaten egg, chives, salt and pepper and breadcrumbs. If the texture is too sticky add more crumbs until it forms a ball. Roll into golf ball sized balls and pop in the fridge for at least an hour. C ook in a little of the liquid until they f loat.

Add watercress to a pan of boiling water for 30 seconds. Drain it well and refresh under cold water, then blend in a food processor with 2tbsp of water

until smooth. Serve the blade with the reduced gravy, watercress puree, dumplings and your favourite seasonal vegetables. Perfect!

TREVALSA COURT HOTEL School Hill, Mevagissey PL26 6TH 01726 842468 www.trevalsa-hotel.co.uk

A Cornish twist on a classic dish Get cosy this winter at The Fountain Tavern

If you’re looking for fabulous freshly cooked food this winter, head over to The Fountain Tavern in Penzance.

All of The Fountain’s food is local, its furthest supplier being only three miles away. Throughout the week The Fountain Tavern has amazing offers: buy one main and get one free on Wednesdays, Fabulous Fish Fridays, Soul-Food Saturdays, gourmet burger and a pint only £10, and three-course Sunday roast only £12.95.

P lanning a Christmas party? Check out The Fountain’s three-course Christmas menu for £21.95. Why not let them take the strain and cook for you on Christmas Day. It’s only £45 per head, so go ahead, spoil yourself and your family. Don’t forget to book early!

Cosy up by the real fire and enjoy one of their fine ales, wine or a warming hot toddy. The Fountain has just won the AA silver award for its rooms, so make the whole evening a real treat and stay over.

The Fountain Tavern runs a fortnightly quiz night, which is great fun with great prizes. Also, keep an eye out for the regular music events Delicious local food and drink in your cosy local. .

At The Globe, the menu changes with the seasons. For the autumn dinner menu, Head Chef Glynn Wellington has created a starter that is a Cornish take on a Jewish American Classic. Prime Cornish brisket is brined for seven days, and then slow braised for eight hours. It’s then picked, rolled and wrapped in homecured Brazola and served with mustard, pickles and artisan sourdough bread.

If this sounds good to you, then there’s plenty more to come. The team at The Globe plan to put their own twist on many more classic dishes over the winter season, still using Owner Tony Goodman’s ethos of keeping the ingredients as Cornish as they can.

Tables fill up fast, so to avoid disappointment, we recommend booking your next trip now.

THE GLOBE 19 Fore Street, Fowey PL23 1AH 01726 337076 www.theglobefowey.co.uk

THE FOUNTAIN TAVERN Saint Clare Street, Penzance TR18 2PD 01736 369340 www.fountaintavernpenzance.co.uk

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Soaring music and roaring fires December at The Mill House in Trebarwit h is all about roaring log fires in the bar, relaxing wit h a mulled wine or a pint of local Tintagel Brewery bitter and sampling the best seasonal lunches and classic dinner dishes, finished off wit h a range of delicious homemade desserts. Wednesday evenings feature the renowned ‘Paupers’ supper’ (three courses for £17.50), while Thursday evenings promise a steak special (a Cornish 8oz rump wit h all the trimmings for £10) and live folk music in the bar. Sunday lunches are a serious business (wit h a choice of three Cornish roasts from £7.95), giving time to catch up wit h the papers around the fire.

Enjoy live music on Saturday 28th November wit h Dubblecross, Saturday 12th December wit h John Thorpe and his

didgeridoo (both from 9pm) and on New Year’s Eve wit h Dusk at Dawns from 11pm. Christmas party menus are available for groups of six or more, wit h three courses for £19.95 and a four-course New Year’s Eve dinner menu for £49. Don’t forget Burn’s Night on 25th January, wit h a menu full of classic dishes.

Special winter accommodation deals are available too, while The Mill House is an ideal venue for weddings, birthday parties and any other type of celebration!

THE MILL HOUSE Trebarwith Strand, Tintagel PL34 0HD 01840 770200 www.themillhouseinn.co.uk

Tasty Christmas food without the stress!

Don’t spend all Christmas slaving away in the kitchen when you should be entertaining your friends and family. Why sit for hours peeling spuds, preparing sprouts, stuffing turkeys and chopping carrots? If you’re having a dinner party or gathering this Christmas, then do yourself a favour and rent a chef!

Take advantage of Sargies’ unique and ever popular private chef service. Take all the stress out of dinner parties, special occasions, functions and celebrations and allow the award-winning chef Dave Sargent to create a culinary experience that will impress your guests, while giving you the time to enjoy their company.

“From the creation of your menus, through to the preparation of the food in your own kitchen to professional waiting staff, Sargies offers the complete package”, explains Dave. “All menus are created to suit your needs, whether it’s a specific dietary requirement, or that you just want some canap canapéss and bubbly served. You’re in control and we’ll assist you all the way to perfection!”

So have a merry Christmas – enjoy a stress-free evening, while everything is taken care of, from preparing the setting, right down to the washing up.

SARGIES 01288 359010 www.sargieschefservice.co.uk

A new start for the Mexico Inn The Mexico Inn, in Longrock near Penzance has been gaining plaudits since re opening its doors and promises to become a destination for anyone looking for good food, a cold pint and a warm welcome. Now owned and run by Tom Symmons, formerly the Head Chef at The Old Coastguard, Mousehole and Amy Parsons, Pastry Chef at The Old Coastguard, who are both Longrock locals.

Between them the pair have worked at some of the south west’s most renowned restaurants including RickStein’s Seafood Restaurant, The Queensberry Hotel in Bath, and the Gurnard’s Head to name just a few!

They have had a fantastice response for the decor, food and atmosphere.

With plenty of locally sourced produce, seafood specials and a delcious, Sunday lunch from 12.30 until 4.00pm for a truly lazy Sunday.

THE MEXICO INN 4 Riverside, Longrock TR20 8JD 01736 710625 www.themexicoinn.com

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THE BEACH HOTEL AT BUDE

This stunning beachside boutique hotel overlooking Summerleaze Bay in Bude has a seductive contemporary appeal. The hotel is part of the Smith Collection, one of only three in north Cornwall and a stamp of approval which assures guests that The Beach Hotel is a genuine boutique hotel of the highest quality. The hotel promises beautiful rooms, a stylish bar and terrace, and The Beach Restaurant.

Classically trained under Sam Moody at Michelin Star restaurant, The Priory; Head Chef Joe Simmonds has a genuine passion for developing menus that use the freshest local produce.

Inspired by the fabulous position of this hotel, bar and restaurant and diversity of local produce, Joe’s seasonal menus allow diners to choose from the finest and freshest fish, meat and produce available in Cornwall on a daily basis.

THE BEACH Summerleaze Crescent, Bude EX23 8HJ 01288 389800 www.thebeachatbude.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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harbour views Delicious, great looking plates of food, friendly staff and a wonderful atmosphere.

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n hearing that The Square had been awarded a Michelin “Bib Gourmand” we decided it was definitely time to revisit this popular little restaurant on the picturesque harbour front in Porthleven. It is the second restaurant in this well-known foodie village to receive the honour – the other being Jude Kereama’s Kota, which is right next door to The Square.

It was a gorgeous evening after one of those beautiful sunny days we had in October, and we were looking forward to some great food. The décor is light, beachy and elegant with a wall of windows looking out over the bustling little harbour. The little restaurant was filling up fast and it was still only 7.30pm. We were greeted warmly and shown to our table, menu’s distributed and water arrived. There is a lovely relaxed, intimate feel to the restaurant and we settled down to mull over the mouth watering menu, then called our friendly waitress back – wine was going to have to be consumed to make the very difficult choice of dishes. The house white wine was dry, soft and delicious.

To start we agreed to share: Porthleven crab bisque, crab rarebit on toast, pickled fennel and crab salad. And the smooth Cornish duck liver & port pate, apple & raisin chutney with toast. What fabulous flavours!

The bisque was fragrant and delicious with the rarebit a tasty addition. The duck and port pate was rich, full of flavour and excellent with the chutney; we scraped the plate so we didn’t miss any! The pickles are worth a mention all of their own; the chef makes them fresh every morning and they are sweet and crunchy little additions to the plate - pretty wonderful just on their own.

For main courses we again decided on one meat and one fish dish – to share! The slow cooked Primrose Herd pork belly, braised puy

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lentils, black pudding, bubble and squeak, apple puree, root vegetable mash with rosemary sauce. And the roast Newlyn hake fillet, chorizo and butterbeans, sweet pepper fondue, local greens sauté potatoes and aoli. It was all fabulous, mouth-watering food. There were a lot of “ooh you must try a bit of this” and “wow, who would have thought of adding that!” The pork belly was melt in the mouth with lots of big flavours, the braised lentils had just enough bite, the bubble and squeak was a mini triumph and the addition of the rosemary sauce added an unexpected freshness to the dish. I think that hake is probably my favourite fish – it tasted fresh and cooked to a perfect translucent sweetness (it is a lovely sweet fish that is still slightly underrated). The chorizo and butterbeans added punch and texture along with the colour from the local greens, a terrific combination. And the aoli was a gorgeous buttery yellow colour, rich and softly flavoured with garlic the perfect foil to the fish.

It’s also worth mentioning that this is fine dining for people who have been in the fresh air all day, walking the coast path or surfing… the portions are really generous so it wasn’t difficult sharing!

Dessert menus arrived and we decided on

the lemon and vanilla crème brûlée, Cornish strawberries, basil syrup, with lemon curd ice cream. And, the orange panna cotta, raspberries, orange jelly and brown sugar meringues. All was heaven on a plate! The top of the crème brûlée shattered under the tap of a spoon, and the underneath was rich and light at the same time. The orange panna cotta was smooth and delicious with the little meringues crisp on the outside and slightly chewy in the middle – just as a meringue should be.

Outside, the stars were out and the multi-coloured lights twinkled round the harbour, it all looked so inviting. So having enjoyed such a fabulous meal we opted for coffee and brandy outside on the little terrace. We gathered up the restaurant's blankets and headed outside to sip, kick back and watch the world and the stars go by. (I do know I can find fault, gently, or criticise, carefully, where appropriate – but there was nothing to find fault with – the Square really was fab, and fully deserves its Bib!).

Michelin Guide

According to the Michelin Guide: ‘the Bib Gourmand is awarded to restaurants that offer “exceptional good food at moderate prices”; they must offer menu items priced below a maximum determined by local economic standards’.

For the pub quizzers amongst you Bib (Bibendum) is the company’s nickname for the Michelin Man, its corporate logo for over a century.

THE SQUARE 7 Fore Street, Porthleven TR13 9HQ 01326 573911 info@thesquareatporthleven.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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IS BACK

That’s Bustopher Jones, with mouth-watering food, delicious cocktails,beautiful contemporary interiors and fabulous art.

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nd it has been lovingly restored with a relaxing grey, pale blue and shaded white colour scheme and soft lighting.

Bustophers is bright and airy for drinks and lunch during the day then switches magically to atmospheric, candlelit evening dining.

General Manager Gianni shows me around.

As well as the chic restaurant; upstairs there is ‘the attic’ a light and open space with seating for up to 30; though it would

be perfect for standing and mingling events – an office party maybe. It’s flooded with natural light during the day and transformed with lanterns in the evening. Or, there’s the panelled, candlelit, basement room with a large, solid wood table seating up to 12; the perfect space for a family reunion over the festive season. Outside there is a sheltered, tranquil garden away from the bustle of town, the perfect suntrap on a summer’s evening and a cosy, heated retreat in the winter.

Next Gianni introduces me to the new head chef, Darren Millgate who was Executive Chef at Bedruthan Steps and the Scarlet Hotel. He arrives with some little tasters from the new main menu for me to try.

The slow roast pork belly with puy lentils and water cress puree is melt in the mouth delicious, the hogs pudding with lyonnaise onions and roast Jerusalem artichokes completely changes my view of hogs pudding (I wasn’t a fan before). Both are big in flavours… but… it is the sea bass poached in coconut broth, chilli pak choi and crispy lotus root that is the best of all – just such terrific flavours without overpowering the fish… truly scrumptious!

I asked Darren: why Bustoper Jones?

“It’s been really exciting coming here, I am back to what I love most… which is cooking.

And the kitchen is open to the restaurant so

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it’s very much part of the whole experience.

I’m a Cornish lad, born and raised near Truro and I have always wanted to work in the city, now I get to see family, friends and regulars coming in for some great food.” Darren explained with a grin. “It really is an iconic restaurant and meeting place in Truro.”

Favourite Ingredient Darren answers instantly “it’s got to be Forum’a Chardonnay vinegar, it lifts just about anything. I do love big flavours.

And… I love vegetables, the challenge that comes with the changing seasons; meat and fish are a constant and I love them, but… asparagus season.” He pauses briefly. “And the autumn, we have some fabulous local squashes coming in now: onion squash or crown prince squash they are just so rich and vibrant. Oh and game! My father grew

all our vegetables when I was young and I remember farmers coming round with game in season, a brace of pheasants – stunning!”

So Bustopher Jones is firmly back on the map for some fabulous big flavours, a delicious Christmas menu… and… if you are really lucky you might get to hear Darren sing, “I’m a happy chef and love a bit of a sing song! One of our waitresses is classically trained… so there could be singing!” Gianni adds: “It’s an upbeat place; you sing all you like!” I will be booking our houseful in as a delicious change from cooking over Christmas.

BUSTOPHER JONES 67 Lemon Street, Truro TR1 2PN 01872 430000 www.bustopher-jones.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

Christmas menu THREE COURSES FOR £27.50

Creamed cauliflower & almond soup with Lyonnaise Onions Ham hock & wholegrain mustard terrine with spiced apricot chutney & granary toast.

Vanilla poached salmon with beetroot carpaccio, crispy lotus root, cucumber & yogurt foam.

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Pancetta wrapped turkey breast with duck fat roast potatoes, Cornish roots, sautéed sprouts with hogs pudding & chestnuts, bread sauce and gravy.

Roast fillet of silver mullet with onion seed gnocchi, porcini mushroom lentils, garlic creamed spinach & buttered Romanesco.

Pecan, quinoa & wild mushroom Wellington with chargrilled purple sprouting, broccoli & cranberry compote All served with seasonal vegetables.

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Peanut butter parfait frozen sandwich with Baileys laced hot chocolate.

Christmas pudding with brandy crème Anglaise.

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ith the evenings closing in, our thoughts invariably turn to open fires, wood smoke; meals with the family. And of course the evermounting concern as to what to buy people for Christmas. A bottle of whisky is a great present, but there are only so many times you can buy Grandad the same bottle of Glenmorangie.

“We stock over 200 different whiskies,” explains Sam Hanson from Johns Wine and Spirit Specialists. “The problem with the standard releases from people like Glenmorangie and Glenfiddich is that they are endlessly blended to achieve consistency.

The result, though of a certain standard, lacks the depth and complexity of whiskies from smaller, less well-known distilleries.”

“What people see on the supermarket shelves are just the tip of the iceberg,” continues Tom Hanson. “If you want something really decent, you need to go to a specialist. And that’s not to say that you need to spend a fortune – we have some stunning whiskies starting from under £30.”

But what about people who aren’t into whisky? Perhaps you have a son or daughter who’s just discovered that alcohol can actually be savoured and enjoyed; sipped rather than downed.

“If people aren’t into whisky, but still like the idea of sipping on a glass of something special, I usually point them towards rum,” explains Tom. “It’s a bit sweeter and a bit more easy-going, but some are every bit as complex and sophisticated as a top-notch single malt.”

The advice of a specialist can’t be overlooked either. Ask a supermarket shelfstacker for tips on choosing a whisky and he’ll probably laugh at you – a specialist is an expert in his or her field; they can listen to your likes and dislikes, evaluate your palate, and point you in the right direction.

JOHNS WINE & SPIRIT SPECIALIST 75 Fore Street, St Ives TR26 1HW 01736 795797 www.johnswine.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Have a special Christmas at The Perranporth Pavilion.

n a beautiful crisp, clear day, Perranporth beach is the perfect place for a seasonal stroll along the miles of golden sands with family and friends. With a festive chill in the air, it’s no wonder that Matt Burrell, owner and Executive Chef of Perranporth’s the Pavilion Boatshed Restaurant, has turned his thoughts to Christmas.

Christmas time in Perranporth has always been special for Matt, but never more so than when he was living and working in Australia and would return to his hometown for a few precious weeks each year. “After finishing my studies at college, I was lucky enough to travel to Sydney and work in several Michelin-starred restaurants, including under the supervision of Executive Chef Serge Dansereau,” says Matt. But, while he enjoyed his work in Sydney, Matt realised that it wasn’t the same as being at home.

“I remember coming home for Christmas and enjoying the family gathering around a large table full of festive foods, the beautiful decorations, the cold clear Christmas Day walks on the beach, everything that summed up home for me,” explains Matt. These short

but memorable advent trips home always left him longing to return to Cornwall and his hometown of Perranporth.

Fortunately for Matt, the opportunity to combine his passion for Perranporth with his expertise as a chef was soon to present itself.

“The lease came up on my parents’ old shops and it seemed too good an opportunity to miss. I wanted to help improve Perranporth and help revitalise the area; it’s such a great location,” enthuses Matt. He was quick to seize this chance of a lifetime, and founded The Pavilion Boatshed Restaurant, offering a luxurious dining experience by the beach.

On his return to Perranporth, Matt felt inspired by his special memories of family Christmases and resolved that everyone deserves to experience Christmas like he did.

“I knew that I wanted to deliver something that would give my customers the same magical Christmas feeling I had experienced.

For me, it’s not about just a normal Christmas meal, but Christmas with family and friends in your home away from home,” he says.

For this reason, every year Matt painstakingly decorates the Pavilion Boatshed Restaurant, prepares the finest local food and

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Roast chestnut soup, puy lentils & confit duck leg or Chicken liver parfait, garlic crostini & 'Rattler' cider chutney or Handpicked White Crabmeat & Lobster Cocktail with a Cognac Marie Rose sauce.

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This year will be no different as he prepares his luxurious and locally sourced Christmas Menu, with a range of festive delights to choose from, including vegetarian options. Matt tells us, “this year I’ve decided to really push the boat out and offer a three bird roast of free-range turkey stuffed with Cornish duck then a partridge, filled with festive orange and cranberry stuffing, served with all the trimmings. It’s something special that I feel sums up the festive season.”

Adjoining the Pavilion Boatshed Restaurant is Matt’s ice cream parlour Pavilion Ice. Creating over 20 flavours of luxury gelato style ice cream on a daily basis allows Matt to express his creative flair. “I love drawing inspiration from the seasons and special events, so to celebrate Christmas I’ve created

mince pie, sherry trifle and Christmas pudding flavour ice creams,” he explains.

The Pavilion Boatshed Restaurant will be serving a special Christmas lunchtime roast for only £8.95 from 12-3pm every Wednesday to Sunday from 25th November until 20th December. For groups of six and over a Christmas party menu will be available from 6-9pm Wednesday to Saturday nights from Wednesday 24th November until Wednesday 23rd December (booking is essential).

To experience Christmas like never before, book your table at The Pavilion Boatshed Restaurant now.

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Hand cut fillet steak, tender stem broccoli, heirloom carrots, potato dauphinoise, brandy peppercorn jus. or 'Boatshed Christmas dinner' traditional Christmas turkey. or Three bird roast of free range turkey stuffed with Cornish duck then a partridge & filled with festive stuffing. Goose fat roast potatoes, honey parsnips, brussel sprouts and carrots. or Pan roasted crispy skin pave of atlantic salmon, pancetta & creamed leeks, parsnip fondue, celeriac gratin, Sorrell Beure Blanc sauce.

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Christmas pudding 'Bombe Glacee' - traditional Chrismas pudding sponge, with handmade Christmas pudding ice cream enclosed in caramelised meringue peaks or Individual sherry trifle with rum baba sponge or Two scoops of handmade luxury Cornish gelato including Christmas flavours Selection of teas or Origin Coffee with handmade petit fours

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The yuletide tradition of decking the Tudor Hall at Cotehele with a flower garland began in the 1950s. It has since evolved into a magnificent 60-foot garland made from more than 35,000 flowers, all grown and dried on the estate. Gardeners sow the seeds in February and cut daily in the summer. The team strip the leaves from each individual stem then bunch and hang them in the potting shed to dry. Construction begins in early November when visitors are invited to watch and help. The finished garland hangs in the hall from 15th November until 31st December (closed 25th26th December). Gather by the fire, enjoy local choirs and bask in the atmosphere created by this annual floral masterpiece. There’s also the annual Christmas Food Fair on 21st and 22nd November, in partnership with Taste of the West. So stock up on all of your favourite seasonal meats, seafood, cheeses, spirits and puddings. Entry for adults is £2, and under 16s go free.

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HIGHLY SPECIFIED RIVERSIDE TOWNHOUSE wadebridge, cornwall Brand new house ø prime riverside position ø balcony ø garage and parking ø underfloor heating ø 4 double bedrooms ø decked garden terrace ø 2,160 sq ft ø EPC=B

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Savills Cornwall Jonathan Cunliffe jcunliffe@savills.com

01872 243 200

Guide £550,000 Leasehold

CREEK AND COUNTRY VIEWS WITH HUGE POTENTIAL restroguet passage, cornwall Lovely creek views ø 4 bedrooms ø double garage ø broad patio ø contemporary kitchen/living room ø sitting room ø partially completed project ø planning permission to extend ø 1,841 sq ft ø 1.38 acres ø EPC=E

Savills Cornwall Matthew Rowe mrowe@savills.com

01872 243 200

Guide £875,000 Freehold

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CONTEMPORARY WATERFRONT HOUSE WITH COTTAGE port navas, helford, cornwall Striking creekside house ø moorings on licence ø detached studio cottage ø open-plan living area ø gardens and woodland ø 400ft of creek frontage ø double garage ø EPC=G (main house) ø EPC=C (cottage) ø 2,633 sq ft ø 2.6 acres

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Savills Cornwall Jonathan Cunliffe jcunliffe@savills.com

01872 243 200

Guide £1.65 million Freehold

ATTRACTIVE FARMHOUSE NEAR THE FOWEY ESTUARY lostwithiel, cornwall 4 bedrooms ø cottage with 2 bedrooms ø paddock and orchards ø large outbuilding ø large farmhouse kitchen/dining room ø 29 ft sitting room ø study and library ø lush well-stocked gardens ø EPC=D (main house) ø EPC=D (cottage) ø 4,601 sq ft ø 6.65 acres

Savills Cornwall Jonathan Cunliffe jcunliffe@savills.com

01872 243 200

Guide £995,000 Freehold

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Mawgan Porth

£795,000

Magnificent beach & sea views from this detached residence situated in a highly desirable location with significant development potential (subject to planning). Comprising six bedroom accommodation with views from most rooms, detached garage and large gardens. We strongly recommend viewing to appreciate the location, wonderful views and potential this property has to offer. EPC – F

Trevone £550,000 Detached and deceptively spacious dormer bungalow in good decorative order with lovely sea views. Including four bedrooms, two reception rooms, two bathrooms, garage and further parking plus a lovely enclosed garden to the rear with a slate flag patio and lawn. With good potential as a holiday let or equally suitable a family home in this peaceful cul-de-sac within walking distance of the beach. EPC - F

Porthcothan Bay

OIRO £695,000

Set in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with spectacular and far reaching ocean views from Park Head to Trevose Lighthouse is Atlantic Breezes: an individually designed and immaculately presented detached residence within a short walk of the beautiful sandy surfing beach at Porthcothan Bay and the North Cornwall coastal path, affording a high degree of privacy, being bordered by open fields. EPC – D

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Celebrating 21 years in business, we handle the sale of all types of property in the area, from the affordable to the prestigious and exclusive

Burlawn, Wadebridge

£395,000

An absolutely gorgeous three bedroom period conversion packed full of character, set within this peaceful hamlet on the edge of Wadebridge. With beautiful gardens backing onto farmland and a lovely rural outlook, garage & driveway parking. EPC - F

Wadebridge

£230,000

An opportunity to acquire the freehold of this commercial premises along with a one bedroom maisonette apartment above. With established retail unit currently leased until 2019 & apartment with current 6 month short hold tenancy. EPC - C & E

Nr Rock

£275,000

This delightful 3 bedroom semi detached holiday home is situated on a small select development of similar style properties at Treglyn Farm, enjoying a countryside location with lovely far reaching views just a short distance from Rock and the stunning beaches of Daymer Bay & Polzeath. EPC – E

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Ladock, Nr Truro

Guide Price £450,000

A detached four bedroomed character property. Set within grounds of just over an acre bordered by a stream. EPC: F

Canonstown,Nr Lelant

Guide Price £675,000

A detached four bedroom family home, tucked away within this exclusive location and commanding stunning panoramic countryside views. EPC: E

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Blackwater,Nr Truro

Guide Price ÂŁ595,000

Rare opportunity to purchase a chapel & adjoining schoolhouse. Use as two separate residences, or combine to create one large property. EPC: Exempt

Demelza,Nr St Austell

Guide Price - ÂŁ450,000

This very well presented four bedroom farm house is located in an attractive rural spot with excellent countryside views.

EPC: E

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Penelewey, Nr. Feock

ÂŁ399,950

This individual and spacious detached three bedroom property is set back with a good sized front garden and large rear garden. Plenty of parking on the driveway and in front of the garage. Sought after location on a desirable leafy lane on the outskirts of Feock. EPC rating E.

Perranwell Station, Nr. Truro

ÂŁ595,000

In a wonderful setting in this sought after village, a substantial four double bedroomed home. Impressive living space.

Gardens and grounds including an orchard. Garage. EPC rating D.

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Townshend - £295,000

Nancegollan – OIEO £245,000

This well proportioned late Victorian detached house is set in the very heart of the popular rural village of Townshend and indeed was at one stage in its history the local shop. Offering spacious four bedroom accommodation with a large courtyard area as well as a good size garden. Offered for sale with no onward chain. EPC rating - F - 31

Formerly two cottages and believed to have been built Circa 1850, Trewin Cottage is a quirky end of terrace property that offers considerable charm and character including such features as beamed ceilings and Inglenook fireplace with Villager wood burner. Enjoying a peaceful rural location, the cottage is being offered for sale with no onward chain and your earliest appointment to view is highly recommended. EPC rating - F - 33

Breage - £525,000 A delightful south facing detached cottage that is located at the end of a quiet no through country lane being surrounded by stunning countryside and yet is just a few minutes away from the very popular village of Breage. Set in a plot that amounts to approximately one acre and being offered for sale with the benefit of no onward chain, your earliest appointment to view all that this charming property has to offer is highly recommended. EPC rating - E - 53.

Cury Cross Lanes - £485,000 For anyone looking for a smallholding, equestrian property or indeed a touch of the ‘good life’ then surely this detached three bedroom bungalow which is set in approximately ten acres of well tended land must be one to view!

Located in a delightful rural environment the property enjoys superb views and to fully appreciate all that is on offer your earliest appointment to view is highly recommended. EPC rating - D - 64

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Berkeley Lodge, Gulval £750,000 A generous four bedroom bungalow in an elevated position over looking St Michaels Mount and out across to Penzance Harbour, Berkeley Lodge offers a good size 2-bedroom annexe, four double bedrooms, two of which have en-suites, kitchen and good sized lounge/diner. The garden is approx ¾ of an acre with a southerly aspect. There is a patio area to the front of the property with far reaching views across the daffodil fields over the bay taking in St Michaels Mount and Penzance harbour. EPC rating G.

Penderleath, St Ives - £200,000 Heron Cottage is a semi detached granite property set in a rural location on the outskirts of St Ives. The cottage offers one bedroom with shower room and open plan living accommodation as well as a parking space and courtyard style garden. There are countryside views to the front and rear aspect and the cottage would make an ideal holiday let or investment property. Offered with no onward chain. EPC rating E.

Riviere, Towans £500,000

Tremethick Cross, Penzance - £350,000

This versatile property offers a 3 bedroom house and 1 bedroom selfcontained annex in a highly sort after location. The main house offers 2 reception rooms, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, two of which is en-suite. The annex has a kitchen/diner, lounge and bedroom. Both properties have balconies affording sea views across the bay to St Ives Harbour. The property also has off street parking and a garage. EPC rating C.

This is a beautiful character filled house with many original features. Set in a rural wooded location the property benefits from kitchen, bathroom, 2 reception rooms, 3 bedrooms and shower room. There is a patio, lawn area, stream and approximately 1/3 of an acre of wooded copse. There is a wooden garage, summer house and shed as well as off street parking for up to 5 cars. EPC rating F.

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Charity

A helping hand This month we take a look at the supported living service offered by Cornwall Care.

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ornwall Care provides personalised support for people with mental health issues and learning disabilities to help them live in their own homes. Its tailored care packages are for individuals with complex needs, including those with physical health and mobility issues.

Supported Living Manager Heather Bamford explains: “Our supported living staff are trained to meet the unique requirements of the people we care for. We build teams of highly skilled support workers and our personalised approach means that we can help out in someone’s home or supported living flat for up to 24 hours a day.”

Heather continues: “We also maintain good working relationships with other health professionals and any social support agencies that are involved in someone’s care. This ensures we can provide a complete overview of all their needs.”

Cornwall Care helps with people with a variety of conditions, including (but not limited to) schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bi-polar mood disorder, anxiety, and aggressive, challenging and high-risk behaviours. The team also helps with communication difficulties, complex dementia and Alzheimer’s, personality

disorder, learning disability and autism.

Cornwall Care recruits staff with the skills to suit each individual, providing support for people across the county in a warm and homely environment. Typically, this is in someone’s own home, but Cornwall Care also has 11 supported living flats across Cornwall that are attached to its care homes Heather says: “Our aim is to promote independence and help people to develop the skills they need to live with as little help as possible. We give those with degenerative disorders increasing levels of support in the areas that they find most challenging.” These include everything from budgeting and daily living skills, to management of mental health and learning disability symptoms; from emotional support and support to integrate in to the community, to engaging in activities and groups, attending college, and developing skills in socialisation.

é ABOVE Heather Bamford Supported Living Manager

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Cornwall Care House, Truro Business Park, Truro TR4 9NY 08455 191192 welcome@cornwallcare.org www.cornwallcare.com/supported-living Registered Charity No 1053486 Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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