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Welcome

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fter a wonderful Christmas and New Year spent with family and friends it’s great to back! We are delighted to welcome arts writer, Mercedes Smith, who introduces us to three contemporary artists who are at the forefront of Cornwall’s thriving arts scene (page 18). If your New Year brings with it a desire for a new home then we have a selection of splendid properties to choose from (pages 31 to 37) or for those who are planning a 2018 makeover to their own home then we have some fantastic interiors ideas (page 44). For those visiting, our selection of holiday homes (from page 63) provide inspiration for your next holiday in Cornwall and, as ever, we have some fantastic competitions for you (pages 51 to 57) which include a ‘winner takes all’ Valentine’s prize – don’t be shy, it could be you! Whatever your resolutions or plans are for the New Year, we’ve got it covered.

Ian Grant – 07504 007941 ian.grant@enginehousemedia.co.uk

Happy New Year!

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P.S. Look out for our special ‘Best of 2017’ edition of Cornwall Living, which you can find exclusively online. Visit www.cornwall-living.co.uk for all the details.

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We like to share the inside scoop on all things Cornwall, and hear what you’ve been up to, too! So new this year, we’ll be sharing some of our favourite comments or images from our social media pages right here. Keep a look out and tell us what’s going on...

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Contents JANUARY 2018

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Share your stories

@CLIVING2018 Witnessed a beautiful sunset?

Tried the tastiest fish in Cornwall? We’d love to see what you’ve been up to…

REGULARS

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Catch up with Cornwall

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On display

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Luxury property

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Competitions

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New York from Newquay It’s Cornish Horizons

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KEEP IN THE LOOP AT WWW.CORNWALL-LIVING.CO.UK displays seven new painted colours, including five rich, vibrant shades, perfect for adding a statement accent colour to your dream kitchen.

Colour is a design tool that can alter the mood of your kitchen, change the perception of space and draw the eye to a feature.

Now Kitchens & Bathrooms

unveils new showroom for 2018 Adding to its already impressive range of colours and textures, Now Kitchens’ beautifully refurbished showroom

Also showcased is a new, worldwide exclusive drawer box, finished in wonderful brushed steel. This is just one of many unique internal storage systems on display, all designed to maximise efficiency, practicality and ease of use.

With 2018 as the year of the accent colour in kitchen design, the team promise to give you the opportunity of creating a beautiful new kitchen that’s truly unique to you.

For more information call 01326 565522 or visit www.now-kitchens.co.uk

Sampson Solicitors offer their top tips on finding

the right legal help

It’s important that you shop around, thinking about the type of legal service you’re looking to buy. Be wary of the cheapest option, and make sure you speak personally to the solicitor who would handle your case. Ensure your case is in safe hands and won’t be passed to a junior staff member. The next thing to consider is if the solicitor will be proactive for you, and finally, you need to be clear on the cost. Your solicitor should give you information about the cost and how it’s calculated.

As the consumer, you’re in charge of who you use and at what price, so you shouldn’t worry about asking your solicitor awkward questions. Finally, as an executor, you are not obliged to use the firm who drew up the will, and you shouldn’t agree to pay a percentage of the value of the estate!

For more information call 01288 353542 or visit www.sampson-solicitors.co.uk

KINN Bar, Truro

introduces a dynamic, Pan Asian-inspired menu Offering craft Asian beers and Pan Asian inspired tapas, KINN Bar – a new cocktail bar opening in Truro – is definitely one to get excited about.

The bar, which will be open at lunchtime between 12pm and 3pm, and then in the evening from 6pm until 10pm from Monday to Thursday, offers both classic and Asian inspired cocktails, so if you want to reminisce about those months spent travelling Southeast Asia, you’ll certainly find something. What’s more, the menu is packed full of mouth-watering flavours, with sharing platters of tapas and authentic curries with Thai bread, plus a full Chantek menu, making it ideal for a spot of lunch or a full evening meal.

On the weekend, the bar opens from 6pm until 12pm, so if you’re out on the town but fancy something more sophisticated on your evening spent carousing, KINN Bar should definitely be on your ‘to-go’ list.

For more information call 01872 225071 or visit www.chantek.co.uk

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News & views Plymouth College of Art partners with British Film Institute

Budding filmmakers across Plymouth and the south west were taught by industryleading figures in a new intensive short course designed to provide young artists with practical skills and confidence in creating moving images, thanks to a partnership between Plymouth College of Art and the British Film Institude (BFI).

and co-head of the MA programme at the National Film and Television School, and lead-tutor Nick Hart-Williams, former C4 Documentary Commissioning Editor.

All participants received NCFE accreditation, also graduating from the short course as BFI alumni, allowing them access to year-round events such as BAFTA The course included masterclasses and talks career surgeries and workshops. from key figures in production, including Oliver Stapleton of The British Society of For more information call 01752 203434 Cinematographers, famed cinematographer or visit www.plymouthart.ac.uk

Make 2018 the year you transform your home décor If you are thinking of decorating your home this year, you may be interested to hear why the team at Cotton Mills are recommending Sanderson as the paint of choice for 2018.

charge on the mainland. The major benefit of this paint is the excellent quality. It is an absolute dream to use, with great coverage (around 16m² per litre in oil based eggshell) and beautiful end result.”

For more information call 01872 278545 or visit www.cotton-mills.co.uk

“As interior specialists who are constantly looking for the best product for the job, we have been really impressed by Sanderson paints,” Liselle Milner from Cotton Mills tells us.

Live life on the veg in 2018 with help from Riverford Organic Farmers

“Kernow’s climate, geography, coastline and attractions make it Britain’s number one holiday destination,” explains George. “The demand for staying in a Cornish holiday home continues to grow. Whether you buy property to create a home away from home in Cornwall or to provide just that for paying guests, it’s typically a sound investment.

“Cornish homes are not especially expensive when compared to urban environments or the south east. While house prices can fluctuate, if you’re looking for a long-term investment, this is less of a concern. Letting out your home when you aren’t using it can cover the cost of ownership and in many cases actually return a good profit.

For more information call 01208 893980, email property@corncott.com or visit www.corncott.com

Want an alternative to the predictable New Year diet hysteria? Look to Riverford Organic Farmers. With 30 years’ experience, this company of veg experts knows a thing or two about the green stuff, and certainly doesn’t believe in fad eating trends.

Lynn explains: “At Riverford, we’re all about vegetables. As self-confessed veg nerds, we revel in inspiring customers to live life on the veg! We want to encourage them to cook beautiful, organic seasonal food from our boxes.”

For more information visit www.riverford.co.uk

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In the first of a new series, George of Cornish Traditional Cottages offers his advice on why to buy property in Cornwall

“The Cornish economy thrives on tourism. Visitor attractions large, small and artisan exist and grow across the county. With that, access to all parts of our diverse region is being improved all the time making it ever easier for tourists to reach the lesser known and often more sought-after spots. The already strong road network is improved each winter. Cornwall Airport Newquay brings visitors from London, the north as well as Spain, Germany and Ireland. The mainline railway runs all the way down to Penzance with many branch lines to access the smaller coastal resorts – some of the most beautiful railway journeys in the world.”

“The colour palette is gorgeous, ranging from subtle tones to bold statement colours. The price is less than other designer paints and delivery is free of

Instead, they believe in eating real food, all year round. Steve and Lynn Allen deliver Riverford’s iconic veg boxes to homes throughout the Duchy. Delivery options include seasonal veg boxes, juicing boxes, meat boxes, recipe boxes and many more.

All is 100% organic and produced in an ethical and environmentally friendly way.

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Strictly educational – Truro High shimmies into the limelight Picture the scene: it’s a cold winter’s evening and, while most of us are doing nothing more energetic than throwing another log on the fire, at one school in Truro, around 100 girls are dressed to the nines in glitter and sparkles and preparing to dance up a storm!

their first hip-hop routines, aged nine or ten. Lunchtime and after school clubs offer STOMP and tap mash ups alongside ballet and lyrical, while sixth formers gain practical experience choreographing and tutoring younger girls for everything from the dance show to the school play.

Head of Creative Arts, Judith Tutin says: “Dance is a fantastic form of PE that calls on the girls to work as a team physically and artistically. It unites all the art forms, from music to visuals, dance and costumes, and it also unites the two sides of the brain, with the girls using reasoning to learn the routines, and creativity to make them both beautiful and emotional.”

Fore more information call 01872 242904 or visit www.trurohigh.co.uk

By day, these girls are the bright young engineers, lawyers and scientists of the future but, just for tonight, they’re showing off the other side of their personalities with a dazzling array of dance that cannot fail to bring the house down.

Dance has been a big part of the curriculum at Truro High School for a number of years, with pupils pulling on their ballet tutus from the age of four and learning

Add some vibrant colour to your home with Richard Cook During the dark days of winter, Falmouth’s Richard Cook Furnishers are shining a light on bright vibrant colours in the home. Carpets by Crucial Trading add colour and texture to the neutral and grey soft tones of today’s market. The team at Richard Cook specialise in working with you to create a co-ordinated carpet scheme to bring your ideas to life and their advice and guidance, based on decades of experience, is entirely free. That striped carpet on the stair can be a statement piece, but must co-ordinate with the bedrooms and the hall flooring.

Right now these beautiful floor coverings feature in Richard Cook’s winter sale, with significant savings on wools, wool stripes, sisals and sea grass.

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Unwind in style

at Court Farm Whilst January heralds a new year, many of us desire some serious post-Christmas rejuvenation. For those seeking the restorative power that a deeper connection with nature brings, Court Farm Holidays in the tranquil village of Marhamchurch, near Bude on the north coast, could be your nirvana. Onsite, Vicky Barnes, a fullyqualified holistic therapist, offers a wide range of signature therapeutic massage and beauty enhancing treatments for both men and women using Spiezia’s Cornish, 100% organic Made For Life treatments.

Part of a 500-acre farming enterprise, guests are positively encouraged to interact daily with the animals and explore the natural raw winter beauty of the surrounding area on foot or bicycles, which are available to hire. Whether you stay in a

house with hot tub, converted courtyard barn or traditional cottage with woodburner, an onsite indoor heated swimming pool and the village pub across the road, make Court Farm the perfect place to rediscover your soul.

Quote ‘Cornwall Living’ for your 10% off-peak booking discount.

For more information call 01288 361494 or visit www.courtfarm-holidays.co.uk

Half price frame sale at Alexander Miller Opticians Falmouth’s Alexander Miller Opticians takes fashion as seriously as it does the health of your eyes, stocking a huge range of well-designed, innovative frames, including those from Tom Davies and Prodesign.

Hake is catch of the day in Mawgan Porth

Mawgan Porth’s Catch Seafood Bar & Grill is known for its adventurous fish dishes and its fabulous Sunday roast on the coast. Owner Pat has just returned from cooking alongside double Michelinstarred chef Angela Hartnett at Blenheim Palace. Pat tells us: “It was great to discover that we think alike on so many dishes, particularly Angela’s ideas about beef cheeks which we often use for our classic roasts and local seafood. She loves great Cornish produce as much as we do!”

A real favourite from the winter specials is pan-fried hake with salt‘n’vinegar mash, pea puree and crispy battered gherkins and capers. “Hake has been outstanding this season,” says Pat. “It has a gorgeous flaky texture and, of course, it’s sustainable which is really important to us. We make the mash with Cornish sea salt and an artisan malt vinegar produced in Coverack that has a mellow oak flavour.

We then fry the pickles as our twist on tartar!” It all goes down a treat after a windy walk on the golden beach, just a stone’s throw from the restaurant.

The good news is that this January, Alexander Miller Opticians is running a half-price frame sale on selected frames, meaning you can look after your eyes, look the part and all without costing the earth! So why not pop in and book your appointment, before it’s over?

For more information call 01326 313092 or visit www.alexandermilleropticians.co.uk

For more information visit www.catchmawganporthbeach.co.uk

Mount to Mont record breakers!

39 brave cyclists recently took part in the ‘Mount to Mont Challenge’ for Cornish charity Cornwall Hospice Care. We can now reveal that they raised a staggering £106,664.28! The record-breaking team rode from St Michael’s Mount in Marazion to Mont St Michel in Normandy last October, many of them in memory of loved ones cared for at the charity’s two hospices.

challenge raised such a phenomenal sum for Cornwall Hospice Care,” says Oli. “After costs, which for this type of event are understandably high, the team have funded the equivalent of 3,165 hours of nursing care or £59,055.78. I can’t say a big enough thank you to the team who took on this challenge. Their commitment has been phenomenal.” Congratulations from all the team at Cornwall Living!

Oli Hoare, Head of Fundraising, was one of the cyclists. “Never before has an event or

For more information on the charity visit www.cornwallhospicecare.co.uk

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Exemplary eco-friendly cleaning for

your Cornish home or business New for January 2018, Innoscent Cleaning will be offering Cornwall’s only exclusively eco-friendly cleaning service. The team’s 100% natural, non-toxic homemade cleaning products are guaranteed to eradicate 99.9% of harmful bacteria, while being safe enough to use even around new-born babies.

products will ensure your family’s and pets’ health while protecting Cornwall’s stunning landscape and helping safeguard the future of our planet. These products can be used in domestic environments, offices, holiday lets – anywhere that they’re needed – and this unique Cornish company even offers Modern cleaning products n Rebecca Varcoe, specialist packages such contain toxic, harmful Innoscent Cleaning as ‘New Mum Relief’, chemicals, which is why you ‘Honeymoon should only use them in Homecoming’ and ‘Patient Privilege’! well-ventilated areas and whilst wearing protective equipment. Innoscent’s For more information call 07876 829426 wonderfully fragranced, all-natural or visit www.innoscentcleaning.com

Mazda MX-5 RF named Best Sports

Car at 2018 awards!

Leading review site Carbuyer.co.uk has named the all-new Mazda MX-5 RF Best Sports Car in its annual awards. On sale since March, the RF now accounts for 62% of UK MX-5 sales, continuing to win praise from customers and the media alike.

Designed to offer a new dimension of open-top driving, while remaining true to the underlying principles that have made the MX-5 great, the RF’s ‘fastback’ styling gives it a unique appearance, whether you have the roof up or down.

Jeremy Thomson, Managing Director of Mazda Motors UK says: “We’re delighted that Carbuyer has recognised the all-new

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Natural Health Practitioner Charlotte Triggs joins The Bodhi Practice Charlotte Triggs is delighted to join the Bodhi Practice at Hawksfield, just off the A39 outside Wadebridge. Charlotte is a Natural Health Practitioner offering a variety of massage techniques, including Advanced Clinical Massage, depending on your individual needs.

She also offers Systematic Kinesiology, a form of natural healthcare that focuses on keeping your body in balance. It boosts wellness and helps to monitor the health of your body by using muscle testing, which shows where imbalances lie.

This astounding new sports car is available at Vospers Mazda Truro. Why not pop in and take one for a spin?

Imbalances may be related to diet, emotions, your energy, or your physical body. Charlotte looks at each aspect for a truly holistic overview, and, where an imbalance is found, uses specialised techniques (including the Chinese five-element system, neuro-lymphatic massage, meridian tapping, nutritional supplements and Bach flower remedies) to bring you back into balance. Charlotte also practices near Cardinham, mid-Cornwall.

For more information call 01872 226230 or visit www.vospers.com

For more information call 07768 307897 or visit www.goodlifetreatments.co.uk

Mazda MX-5 RF. It’s one that stands distinct, yet retains all the award-winning driver appeal that our sports car is famed for.”

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Stable Mews Retire and downsize to this delightful private retirement village so you can forget the chores and simply get on with enjoying life. Stable Mews is a unique renovation project, presenting three distinctly individual independent living properties in the grounds of Roseland Parc, Tregony, with care and support services available, if required.

Request a free brochure to find out more, call: 01372 383950 or email: roselandparcsales@retirementvillages.co.uk

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Arts writer Mercedes Smith showcases three artists at the very forefront of Cornwall’s blossoming art scene.

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or those of us in love with the Cornish lifestyle, whether born here, or drawn here from the cities in search of a simpler life, immersion in all things ‘Cornwall’ is the only way to live. Time is your best spent investment here, finding moments for windswept coastal walks and summer weekends on the sand. But what else should you invest in, for the full cultural experience? Well, once you’ve committed to the beach view home, the impressive longboard you may never stand up on, and all the digital devices you need to video conference with clients in far flung London, let me suggest you invest in art. Cornwall stands shoulder to shoulder with the finest art centres in Europe, for both quality and credibility. Investment savvy critics and collectors look here for the most promising new artists in the UK, and so should you. For those of you with a passion for this wonderful part of the world, and its unique culture, take note of three of the most collectable artists in Cornwall for 2018.

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’Sea Swimmers and Pool Swimmers, Penzance’ é TOP

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‘St Agnes Lighthouse, Isles of Scilly’ è RIGHT

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ALASDAIR LINDSAY Artist Alasdair Lindsay has taken the genre of landscape painting in a strikingly original direction, with his unique blend of figuration and abstraction, making him one of Cornwall’s most distinctive and collectable painters. In an arts scene where landscape carries serious cultural currency, Lindsay has managed to rise well above the pack. Trailing behind him a history of landscape painting in Cornwall that began with Turner, and evolved in the mid-20th century as the muse of British Modernism, Lindsay’s take on landscape is the refreshing step forward that collectors have been waiting for. His particular interest in architectural structures along the coast means that his paintings document the beach houses, beach huts and Victorian tidal pools that define our collective, visual experience of Cornwall. Similarly, his ability to paint the purity of Cornwall’s famous light, and the dazzling colours that accompany it, make his work synonymous with every idealised notion of this glorious place. As highly contemporary, highly desirable art objects, Lindsay’s paintings lend themselves to the sort of minimal space you now find in highly contemporary, highly desirable coastal properties. The square format, strong colour, and cut-glass compositions that are typical of his work, sit perfectly in white walled,

glass fronted architectural spaces which are designed to bring the outside in. With an Alasdair Lindsay painting on your wall, the interior view is as equally ‘Cornwall’ as that sweeping coastal view beyond your window.

Lindsay’s experience of raising a young family in west Cornwall, and of regularly swimming, surfing and sailing the Cornish coast, means his work has the weight and authenticity of an artist truly engaged with the landscape around him. These are factors, which – beyond the skill and originality of his work – increase the credibility, and therefore investment potential, of his painting. There is also a good deal of sense in buying Lindsay’s work right now, as he celebrates his 20th year in painting with the release of Shorelines, a hardback book of colour plates which illustrates the development of his painting, and profiles the artist’s life, career and inspirations. Discover the artist’s work at

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The value we continue to place on portraits was reconfirmed last November with the record breaking sale of Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘Saviour of the World’, bought for £342 million, the highest price ever paid for a painting at auction. Interestingly, as a painting of Christ, this work is at best a ‘theoretical’ portrait, and of course its value lies not in any likeness of person, but in the expressive beauty of the subject’s facial expression and hand gestures, which speak of gentleness, hope and redemption. Our ability to interpret the meaning of human gesture, and the artist’s ability to capture it on canvas, are ideas explored in the work of Helston based artist Shelly Tregoning. Her paintings are also ‘theoretical’ portraits; images of the human figure in which physical gesture is everything. Her paintings and monoprints of finely drawn figures capture telling physical moments that are meaningful to all of us.

Betrayed in the curve of the body, the tilt of the head, or the flex of the hand are the

hopes, desires, disillusionments, fears and insecurities that, according to the artist, “stand for an inherent communality between all human beings”.

In an area where landscape and abstraction are the dominant subjects in art, Tregoning is walking a highly original path, meaning that hers is among the most progressive, and most interesting art in Cornwall right now – as evidenced by her recent selection for the UK’s most influential art shows and prizes. Having graduated with a BA in Fine Art from University College Falmouth in 2011, and now resident at west Cornwall’s CAST studios, she has already been selected for the National Open Art Competition, Discerning Eye Exhibition, RWA exhibitions, and twice for the prestigious Threadneedle Prize Exhibition. Her first solo show, at Edinburgh’s Arusha Gallery last November, plugged in to socially relevant conversations regarding digital identity, gender identity and ideas of the 21st century ‘self’, and as any experienced collector will tell you, artworks that have social relevance, in particular those that make perceptive social comment, are likely to be highly valued in the art market, both now and into the future. Explore the artist’s work at

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LIZ HOUGH The coastal town of St Ives is one of the world’s most famous and respected centres of fine art, and is celebrated, in particular, for its artistic tradition of abstracting the landscape. St Ives and west Cornwall continue to produce world-class abstract artists, and by investing in them, collectors are tapping into a rich seam of creativity that goes back almost a century. One such artist is Liz Hough, whose mixed media works are a masterclass in figuratively inspired abstraction. Making work in the Modern British tradition – a tradition which originated in St Ives in the mid-20th century – Hough is continuing a bloodline of abstract art that is highly valued by collectors all over the world. Her richly coloured images take inspiration from the landscapes in and around her west Cornwall home, and the rugged, unspoilt countryside of rural Italy, where she teaches and paints annually at the Verrocchio Art Centre. Working with acrylics, oils, collage and painted papers, she takes simple shapes and motifs and arranges them into beautiful, balanced compositions. Addressing and interpreting ideas of ‘place’ in this way, she captures the real essence of these beautiful, rural landscapes. Her soft palette, eye for harmonious colour combinations, and

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rhythmic application of pattern, make these works visually and emotionally appealing.

Because of that, and because of their link to St Ives and to British Modernism, Hough’s works are beginning to attract serious attention, with investment pieces now held in both The Bank of China and TSB Collections.

Respected as one of St Ives’ leading abstract artists, Hough studied Fine Art at Manchester Metropolitan University, and went onto complete Post Graduate studies in Painting at The Royal Academy Schools. Her work is exhibited in Cornwall, London, and in Europe, and her achievements include being awarded the Lanseer Scholarship, Leverhulme Trust Scholarship, the Daler Rowney Prize at The Royal Academy Summer Exhibition, and the Creswick Prize for Landscape Painting.

She is currently represented by Oliver Contemporary, London, where she exhibits annually. Discover the artist’s work at

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DISCOVER MORE Turn the page to discover more about Cornwall’s thriving art scene, including some up and coming artists to look out for.

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istorically, Cornwall has been a magnet for artists, particularly west Cornwall owing to its famed quality of light, with schools and colonies of artists forming in harbour towns and villages such as St Ives, Newlyn and Lamorna. All across the Duchy, contemporary Cornish art is positively booming, with more artists than ever setting up camp and producing beautiful artworks in a range of media.

With the recent reopening of the Tate St Ives, now is the perfect time to discover the art scene in Cornwall. There are scores of independent galleries dotted across the county selling original pieces that you won’t find anywhere else. Turn to our gallery section (page 28) for just a small selection of the fabulous artworks on display, including our cover image from Jeremy Sanders. As we’ve seen in the main feature, art is not just something to be enjoyed, but a great investment too. What’s more, with the introduction of the innovative Own Art scheme in some galleries, collecting original art is becoming even more affordable.

For all that’s featured in this month’s Cornwall Living and more, simply log on to our website. Fancy being the first to receive updates? Well, you can by subscribing to our newsletter at... www.cornwall-living.co.uk

Thinking of making a permanent career change as a professional artist? Outset Cornwall is an organisation dedicated to nurturing new business start-up initiatives, and that includes budding artists. We shine a light on another three inspiring up-andcoming artists, who have had their dreams supported by Outset Cornwall: Lisa Harker, Hannah Singleton and Emma Joyce. Turn over to page 27 for all the details.

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We’re all big fans of Steve Slimm, here at Cornwall Living, so much so that we have published his official 2018 calendar, featuring his evocative oil paintings inspired by the Cornish coast, ‘This ancient land of Cornwall’. Buy your calendar direct from

Head over to our Vimeo page to see a range of fabulous videos celebrating the very best of Cornwall.

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If you’d like to try your hand at something creative, there are many opportunities to have a go yourself, with painting, pottery, jewellery, and photography courses and workshops offered across the county.

Also look out for our official calendars featuring the stunning photography of Carla Regler. There are two separate calendars from Carla available: Porthleven and Cornwall. For the details and other items, visit

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Fancy owning some Cornish art? Turn to our competitions section on page 51 for a chance to win a framed, limited edition canvas giclée print by Steve Slimm, ‘West Across Praa Sands – Evening’, alongside some other great prizes. Also see our ‘winner takes all’ Valentine competition on pages 55 to 57.

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iven that art imitates life, it’s not surprising that creative work can reflect a diversity of subjects and encompass a plethora of creative media. None more so than with up-and-coming artists Lisa Harker, Emma Joyce and Hannah Singleton.

Originally from Yorkshire and now living in Cornwall, fine artist Lisa Harker, who admits she never wants to leave the Duchy, creates individual, unique pieces of art and furniture with a love theme and an environmental ethos.

Lisa recently launched her own gallery, Lisa Harker Quirky Art, in Truro following a storm of interest in her work after she appeared in a national women’s magazine. Not only a talented artist, Lisa also appears to have matchmaking qualities as she explains. “Most of my artwork depicts love, but every time I do a painting for someone they find love.”

Love of the Cornish coast and the rugged patterns of life under the ocean is the muse for silversmith and jewellery designer Hannah Singleton’s work.

“Living among this beautiful rural setting I found a comfort spot for creativity,” shares Hannah, who creates precious metal treasures from sheet silver using traditional techniques.

“I wanted to bring people joy from handmade, treasurable and meaningful gifts.”

Reflecting her passion for Cornwall, Emma Joyce creates bespoke enamel art and jewellery from her home studio in Penzance. A fine art textiles graduate, selecting inexpensive materials to produce her work is particularly important for Emma.

One muse that all three artists have in common is the support they received from business start-up experts, Outset Cornwall.

“Outset has some phenomenal people,” praises Lisa. But, as Hannah shares, Outset’s help extends beyond the practical support in helping people get a business together. “They have helped me to be confident and shine in all that I do.”

DISCOVER MORE Funded by the European Regional Development Fund, DCH and the Outset Foundation, Outset Cornwall provides a flexible programme of business start-up support, helping individuals explore their business idea through information sessions, specialist workshops and one-to-one coaching.

01209 311063 www.outsetcornwall.co.uk

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Showcasing local artists and art galleries 2. ALCHEMY TILES

Be Like The Trees by Mel Chambers “Be like the trees in pursuit of your cause.

Root deeply, reach out widely and sway with the winds of change.” Using ancient 13th Century inlay techniques, carved not painted, each tile is individually hand carved into wet clay, inlaid, glazed and fired over three days. No tile can be replicated, making each bespoke piece a truly one of a kind, visual presence in your home.

Commissions welcome.

1. THE LANE GALLERY

Fine art photograph on aluminium by Clare Parker Lane Gallery is a collective of local artists who each cover daily duties to welcome you. Traditional and abstract art plus beautiful jewellery and turned wood are on display. The entrance is through Scentstore Perfumery and upstairs to the colourful gallery.

ABOVE THE SCENTSTORE’ CATHEDRAL LANE, TRURO TR1 2QS 01872 240091 07815 684825 www.thelanegallery.co.uk

MEL CHAMBERS STUDIO, GOLDMARTIN GARAGE, SAMPYS HILL, MAWNAN SMITH, FALMOUTH TR11 5EW 07768 193848 www.alchemytiles.com

3. QUAY ART

Wave by Teign Valley Glass

The Wave series from Teign Valley Glass is a fine example of free-formed sculptures created from molten glass. Each handcrafted wave is unique in the way it folds, twists and pulls in one fluid moment. See the Teign Valley Collection at Quay Art, open every day, and online.

NORTH QUAY, PADSTOW, PL28 8AF 01841 533534 www.quay-art.co.uk

5. CSCAPE ART

Marina Scene by Sarah Blakey 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. See website for winter opening hours.

THE OLD WORKSHOP, CHARLESTOWN PL25 3NJ 01726 66639

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4. CUSTOMS HOUSE GALLERY

Looking Over, Porthleven by Roger Curtis A wide selection of work by some of Cornwall’s finest artists can be found in this light and airy space on Porthleven’s harbourside. Paintings in a range of mediums hang alongside sculptures, ceramics, jewellery and glass.

COMMERCIAL ROAD, PORTHLEVEN TR13 9JD 01326 569365 www.cornwall-art.co.uk The Customs House Gallery, Porthleven Cornwall

6. THE WATERMENS GALLERY

Boats at Rest, Flushing by Sophi Beharrell On the waterfront at Falmouth’s Custom House Quay, the gallery was once the studio of Henry Scott Tuke. Today, it’s the working studio of Sophi Beharrell. Visit the gallery to see Sophi’s breathtaking beachscapes, rockpools and cliffscapes. Contact Sophi if you would like to discuss a painting, print or commission.

CUSTOMS HOUSE QUAY, FALMOUTH TR11 3JT 01326 312165 www.cornishartgallery.com

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7. STEVE SLIMM Soft Grey Coast

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2018 brings the first published calendar of this mystical landscape painter, in association with Cornwall Living (grab one while you still can!). The calendar features 14 stunning works by Steve Slimm in his trademark evocative style, some of which are available to buy as a limited edition giclee print.

STEVE SLIMM 07968 979367 www.landscape-expressionism. com/pages/calendar-2018

8. PENLEE HOUSE GALLERY & MUSEUM

View of St Just from Carn Bosavern by David Haughton David Haughton moved to west Cornwall in 1948 and for over 30 years, the mining town of St Just in Penwith was his obsession and inspiration. The ‘David Haughton in St Just’ exhibition, from 13th January until 17th March at Penlee House, will show a selection of his work from the 1950s and 60s.

9. JEREMY SANDERS STUDIO

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by Jeremy Sanders Jeremy Sanders is an oil painter working from his studio in Drift.

Inspired by the light and colour of the peninsula, you can watch him at work by appointment and view his work online.

MORRAB ROAD, PENZANCE TR18 4HE 01736 363625 www.penleehouse.org.uk

THE OLD WORKSHOP, LOWER DRIFT, BURYAS BRIDGE, PENZANCE, TR19 6AA 07816 779607 www.jeremysanders.co.uk

10. EAT ART

Bespoke framing service Eat Art is a collaboration of artists, designers and craftsmen with many years experience in the art of picture framing.

The team collaborate with some of the best artists working in Cornwall today and clients from all over the UK supply art and frames to the trade and public. With simple solutions from just a few pounds to unique handcrafted designs, Eat Art offers a complete bespoke framing service.

EMPIRE WAY, TREGONIGGIE ESTATE, FALMOUTH TR11 4RX 01326 375917 www.eatart.co.uk

11. THE COWHOUSE GALLERY

St Michael’s Mount by Paul Young In the picturesque coastal village of Perranuthnoe, The Cowhouse Gallery is run by a group of local artists and craftspeople, offering a wide range of original work at very affordable prices. Open daily, paintings, sculpture, printmaking, photography, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, woodturning and leatherwork are all beautifully displayed in this bright light art space.

LYNFIELD CRAFT CENTRE, PERRANUTHNOE TR20 9NE 01736 710538 www.cowhousegallery.co.uk

12. WAVES GALLERY

Cornish Dreams by Mike Lacey Waves Gallery, Porthleven showcases some of the finest photography of one of Cornwall’s most talented, coastal photographers, Mike Lacey, including this new collector limited edition print. Mike swims

his camera out to the breaks of Cornwall all year round, capturing the magical, stunning views from inside the breaking waves.

COMMERCIAL ROAD, PORTHLEVEN TR13 9JD 01326 368369 www.wavesgallery.co.uk

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urrently a highly successful holiday let, this wonderful two-doublebedroom home will be sold fully furnished, meaning you can immediately make the most of life by the sea whilst earning a return.

Approached via a gravelled driveway, with the entrance door opening straight into the living room, Hoopers Eye enjoys plenty of natural light from a large picture window to the front. Beautiful wooden flooring runs throughout the home, and rustic wooden doors lead to both double bedrooms, with a third opening onto the kitchen and dining room.

The galley kitchen provides a range of fitted floor and wall cabinets, and a door at the end leads out into the private garden, views of which can also be enjoyed from the second bedroom.

Port Isaac is both historic and picturesque, well known for its role in the current TV programme Doc Martin, known in the series as ‘Portwenn’. It’s also home to the popular shanty-singing group, The Fisherman’s Friends, who can often be found (or heard) singing on the harbourside during the summer months.

Beautiful coastal walks abound the area, with delightful boutiques and art galleries adorning the harbourside for your perusal.

There are also some fantastic eateries and pubs, including Restaurant Nathan Outlaw, and Nathan Outlaw’s Fish Kitchen, to name but two!

Hoopers Eye is the perfect ‘lock up and leave’ turnkey property and, being in such a highly sought after area on Cornwall’s rugged north coast, it’s not expected to remain on the market for long.

INFORMATION Two double bedrooms Comfortable living space Fully furnished Fitted kitchen Stylish bathroom Low maintenance rear garden Ample driveway parking Excellent letting history

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et in the idyllic and highly sought after village of Port Isaac, sits Meadow Stile, a deceptively spacious home with stunning panoramic and contrasting views of the sea, harbour, headland cliffs and old village below.

For sale for the first time since its construction, this exceptional two-storey residence boasts considerable flexibility in its layout, beautiful gardens positioned over two tiers, and a rare find within the village; off-road parking and turning space for several vehicles.

As can be expected from a house this size, there are numerous rooms, including three reception rooms, four bedrooms, a kitchen/ diner, five bathrooms and two large storage rooms. There is also potential to create separate accommodation due to the spacious layout of the ground floor.

The house and gardens are both southwesterly facing and just moments from the harbour, around the outskirts of which you will find an array of delightful shops, pubs and restaurants, including Nathan Outlaw’s double Michelin starred restaurant, so you won’t have to look very far to find gourmet food, with the added bonus of Port Isaac’s stunning scenery.

The picture perfect fishing village of Port Isaac is now one of the most recognisable places in Cornwall after the success of the Television series, Doc Martin, which is filmed within the village and around its many beautiful surrounding areas.

Venturing out of the village, you are treated to renowned locations such as Rock, Polzeath and Wadebridge as well as the beautiful Treligga, Tregardock, Trebarwith Sand and Padstow.

So with Meadow Stile as your base, you’ll be in the perfect location to explore and indulge in all that Port Isaac and its neighbours have to offer.

INFORMATION For sale for the first time since its construction Detached two storey coastal residence Excellent panoramic views over Port Isaac Three reception rooms Kitchen diner Four bedrooms Five bathrooms Two large storage rooms Flexible layout Excellent potential South westerly facing house and gardens Integral garage Large gardens Parking for several cars

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ohrs & Rowe is an estate agency that seems to be doing everything right.

Despite only being in its second year of trading, the business has combined the extensive experience of Martyn Rohrs and Matthew Rowe in selling high-end property, with innovative and contemporary marketing to make a real mark on the Cornish property scene. We’ve been following their progress closely since first speaking to them back in the spring of last year, so it’s heartwarming to see their approach and hard work paying off.

A successful first year was capped off at the highly prestigious UK Property Awards held in partnership with the iconic Bentley Motor Company at the Royal Lancaster Hotel, Hyde Park, London, when Rohrs & Rowe were awarded the ‘Best Estate Agents in Cornwall 2017/18’ and given their five-star rating – an amazing feat to pull off in such a short space of time. Upon winning the award, Martyn and Matthew said: “We are absolutely over the moon to have received this accolade from such highly respected and established awards and also within just 12 months of opening.

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“It was our vision and passion to create a new style of agency that would really make our work stand out from the crowd and offer clients an exciting and innovative alternative to the traditional high street agents or the faceless online only companies.”

So what exactly is this approach that makes R&R stand out from the crowd? Well, firstly, while the company itself maybe new, it is built on almost four decades of collective experience working for the some of the most respected agents in the industry.

Martyn and Matthew have used their insights to take the best bits of traditional estate agency – reliable and frank, local knowledge, an acute understanding of the property market and friendly faces on the ground – then harnessed technology, social media and bespoke visual marketing techniques to garner the greatest response.

But perhaps the most significant element of their approach is also the simplest: putting lifestyle at the forefront of their entire ethos. They recognise that Cornwall is a unique place, both geographically and culturally – people choose to live here for the incredible lifestyle it offers, from its abundance of beaches and coastal activities to its burgeoning foodie scene. They know that a home isn’t just the bricks and materials used in its construction; it’s a personal sanctuary, the place to enjoy one of Cornwall’s inimitable sunsets, and the start and end point of adventures yet to come.

The marketing is extremely visually enticing, enhanced by eye-catching aerial

photography placing a home within its wider context, highlighting the landmarks, attractions and facilities all within reach.

Even just flicking through Rohrs & Rowe’s website feels like reading a high-end lifestyle magazine, rather than the typical static property search.

This approach is so fundamental because, crucially, it enables the company to present every property in a way that creates an emotional connection for the buyer.

Rohrs & Rowe sum up this philosophy as ‘Aspirational Living’.

The results speak for themselves, with many properties being snapped up swiftly.

One client, for example, sees their approach and attitude as a real ‘game changer’.

“After 18 months of no success, I decided to try something new and was recommended to Rohrs & Rowe. They really understood what was special about and the quality of the house from the start. They quickly had viewings and then swiftly found us a good buyer. They then drove the sale process along to a successful outcome, whilst remaining keen and helpful throughout.”

So, if you are thinking of putting your house on the market, or are looking to start enjoying all that the Cornish lifestyle has to offer, perhaps you should speak to R&R now.

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01872 306360 info@rohrsandrowe.co.uk www.rohrsandrowe.co.uk Find more like this: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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ver years, the current owners have thoughtfully added tasteful touches of modernity throughout this property. There are handsome, half-slate hung elevations, as well as lovely, well-stocked and lawned gardens, meaning that it’s not just the inside of this home that makes for a wonderful living space!

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A beautiful eight-bedroom country house retreat, set within The Caerhays Estate on the south Cornish coast. Perfect for weddings, family gatherings or corporate events, we offer everything from simple bed and breakfast to a fully catered stay.

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Tue to Fri 12pm - 2pm; two courses - £6, three courses - £8, takeaway - £2.50 Fri 6pm - 9pm; three courses - £16 Bookings & info: tel: 01736 335215 email: senara@truro-penwith.ac.uk Senara Restaurant, Zennor Building Penwith College, St Clare Street, Penzance, Cornwall TR18 2SA twitter: @PenwithSenara

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Beautiful stays Customs House Loft, Porthleven in Porthleven, This delightful first floor apartment can be found on Porthleven’s harbourside, housed in a Grade Manaccan II listed building that dates back to the 1840s. The and Mount’s Bay. village is a fantastic base from which to explore the ë LEFT Enjoy enviable views over Porthleven harbour í BELOW A truly gorgeous apartment in the heart of the village

local area, if you can pull yourself away from its excellent selection of restaurants and cafés. There’s a sandy beach here too and excellent crabbing can be had from the harbour wall.

The small doorway up to the apartment belies what hides behind and as you wind your way up the stairs you’ll soon find out why. The apartment, which sleeps four, is bright, spacious and has been carefully decorated with marine-inspired tones to complement the coastal location. The two bedrooms, both with en suites, offer an oasis of calm with the addition of White Company towels and bedding and an Atlantic blanket carefully folded at the end of each bed. The living/dining area is vast with a triptych of windows that frame the view out onto the harbour. It’s all about the detail here with two comfortable chairs perfectly placed in front of the middle window, which you can open up on a summer’s evening to enjoy the view while sipping a glass of something cold. Binoculars are provided for dolphin spotting in summer and storm watching in winter, and your four-legged friend (the property is dog-friendly) gets their very own basket of blankets. You’ll also be greeted on arrival with a freshly baked cream tea, courtesy of your charming host Louise. Holidays don’t come much better than this!

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| STAY Trerise, Manaccan Set on the edge of Manaccan, near Frenchman’s Creek, immortalised in Daphne du Maurier’s beloved novel, this semi-detached, 19th century cottage enjoys far-reaching views towards the Lizard peninsula.

The interior, having been lovingly refurbished, is full of charm and character, including internal windows as well as vaulted and beamed ceilings.

Three bedrooms comfortably sleep five and downstairs, the living room, with its own woodburner in a traditional Cornish inglenook, is perfect on those cooler evenings when all you want to do is get cosy.

Nearby, at Gillan Cove’s stunning natural harbour, you’ll find boating facilities and parking, which is great if you want to make the most of this fantastic spot; why not enjoy a picnic overlooking the bay towards Falmouth. Bring the rods too, and wait for your float to dive under – at high tide it’s lovely for a spot of fishing!

If you like nothing more than lacing up your walking boots and getting outdoors, Trerise is well set for making the most of the stunning Cornish coastline on the South West Coast Path. Explore the spectacular reaches of Cornwall’s coastal

landscape, discovering more about its intriguing history.

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Deep in hedgerow lanes down a gravel road sits Thornleigh Cottage, a hidden gem and the perfect base for your south Cornwall holiday. This beautiful country cottage, sleeping up to nine guests, is set in a large secluded garden and has recently been renovated to cleverly combine heritage and modernity.

Situated beautifully on the south coast, the foodie haven and historic fishing harbour, Porthleven is just ten minutes away, and just 15 minutes the other way is the mile-long sandy beach of Praa Sands, meaning you can enjoy the best of both!

The coastal path along this stretch of coastline is varied and dramatic and along it you’ll find the iconic Wheal Prosper mine engine house at Rinsey (used in the filming of Poldark), as well as Prussia Cove, a haunt for real smugglers many years ago. You are also on the doorstep of the Lizard peninsula and the Helford, and 25 minutes away are St Ives and Falmouth. The hardest part will be knowing where to start!

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LETTING? Will you choose an agency or go it alone? Maria Gendall of Forever Cornwall shares some advice.

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he idea of owning a holiday home may be an achievable goal for you.

And if so, letting it successfully is probably the key to making the dream come true. For most, a good letting income is essential. But also, you want owning your holiday home to be a pleasure, not a burden.

If you are thinking of letting, one of the first questions you’ll probably ask yourself is whether to appoint a holiday cottage agency, or to go it alone using one of the online ‘marketplaces’ like HomeAway or AirBnb. Using these websites is appealing, especially as an easy way to get started. After all, you can just log on, and your mini-business is up and running.

Of course, if you go with an agency there will be more commission to pay, but all good agencies will aim to help you to achieve a higher income than you would by going it alone. Maria Gendall of Forever Cornwall Unique Retreats tells us: “We can almost certainly win you more year-round occupancy, and command higher weekly rates than the DIY websites, meaning that even with higher commission, you are better off. By appointing an agency you’ll have someone else to take the strain of all those emails, and you can rest assured you have an expert to take on complaints and problems, should things go

wrong with a tricky customer.” As Mrs T in Carbis Bay recently told us: “I started letting without an agency this year, and it’s been quite a successful summer — but it was far more stressful than I imagined as I had to be constantly online, and I’m not sure if I’m going to get the year-round occupancy I need.”

A good agency will be getting the bookings you need and dealing with all the customer service. You’ll also have professional advice on hand, when it comes to ensuring that you are really customer-ready as well as legally compliant.

The good news is that there are plenty of great cottage agencies in Cornwall who are only too happy to help. From big ones offering a complete top-to-toe management service, to those specialising in a particular area or type of property, like Forever Cornwall. Most will be happy to give you free, no-commitment advice. If you decide on using an agency make sure you choose one that’s right for you. Then you can get on with your life, and ensure your holiday home dream finally comes true.

We can almost certainly win you more year-round occupancy, and command higher weekly rates

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ADVICE |

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Matt Begley, financial expert, looks at how the buy-to-let market is faring in a time of uncertainty.

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he demand for renting is still fairly strong, as everyone knows we aren’t building enough homes to meet the needs of a growing population.

This, combined with the difficulties many renters face in getting together a suitable deposit to exit the rental sector and enter the home purchase arena, will help to maintain demand. Of course, there are marked regional differences, so if you’re currently a landlord, or wish to become one, you need to do your homework and assess how it may pan out in the areas in which you operate, or plan to operate, and the type of renter you’re after.

A key consideration for buy-to-let landlords is to be up to speed with the latest tax and regulatory issues. From April 2017, tax relief on landlords’ mortgage costs was restricted to the basic rate of income tax and, over the next three years, the proportion of borrowing costs that landlords can offset against tax will taper down to zero.

Additionally, landlords face new rules restricting other deductible expenses they incur from renting property, such as limiting tax relief for wear and tear in fully furnished properties.

Landlords have also faced higher rates of stamp duty on property purchases, as anyone who buys a second home has had to pay 3% on top of the normal rate of stamp duty. This means that each investment by a landlord will have a stamp duty bill of at least 3% and possibly as much as 15% of the purchase price.

The final strand in these developments relates to greater regulatory requirements from the start of this year. This required lenders to consider likely future interest rates over a five-year period (unless the loan rate is fixed or capped for five years or more).

Specifically lenders have to: 1. Stress test their lending against an expectation of an increase in buy-to-let mortgage rates of at least 2%.

2. Assume a minimum rate of 5.5%, even if the stress test of a 2% increase would actually produce a lower rate than that.

And there’s more… from 30th September 2017, the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) implemented special underwriting rules for landlords with a portfolio of four or more managed properties. Of course, into the future the current and on going political and economic environment may influence the regulatory controls. But, in the meantime, it’s important to take advice and deal with what’s in front of you.

Remortgage now?

If you do have buy-to-let properties and feel that you want to take advantage of the current excellent deals on offer – in many instances, there has been a healthy reduction in rates and costs over the last 12 months* – now could be the time to act.

(Source: *Mortgage Brain, August 2017).

A way forward?

Some landlords have opted for, or are considering, placing their portfolio within a ‘limited company’ status, as this may be beneficial with regard to mitigating the impact of the tax initiatives, and that limited companies are not affected by the PRA regulations.

However, this may not be the right option for some, so it’s essential that you take advice from professional financial advisers, and your accountant.

There is no guarantee that it will be possible to arrange continuous letting of the property, nor that the rental income will be sufficient to meet the costs of the mortgage.

The value of your buy-to-let property and income from it can go down as well as up.

You may also require advice on the legal and tax issues.

HM Revenue & Customs practice and the law relating to taxation are complex and subject to individual circumstances and changes which cannot be foreseen.

Your property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

HARRIS BEGLEY FINANCIAL PLANNING Penzance office The Regent, Chapel Street, Penzance TR18 4AE 01736 366550 Truro office Health & Wellbeing Innovation Centre, Treliske, Truro TR1 3FF 01872 888400 matt.begley@harrisbegley.co.uk www.harrisbegley.co.uk Find more like this: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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obody goes into a marriage believing it will end in divorce, yet it’s an uncomfortable reality that’s faced by almost half of all marriages in the UK. If you find yourself in this difficult situation, it can be easy to feel isolated and overwhelmed.

Leading divorce lawyer, Michael Lowry from Stephens Scown LLP says: “Divorce is an emotional, draining and difficult process, but you still need a clear head as you make decisions that will affect the rest of your life.”

Stephens Scown has produced a guide for those going through divorce, drawing on advice from clients. Some of their tips include telling your friends and family so that they can support you, and remembering to take care of yourself by eating well, getting enough sleep and getting exercise.

They also recommend counselling, which can help you understand what’s happening and find ways to cope and move forward.

It’s important that you try not to get angry; find someone who can help you gain perspective and be a levelling influence on you. Let go all the bad things and avoid blaming yourself or your partner for things that are in the past. In this vein, taking legal

advice early is crucial, as it will save you both time, and money in the long run.

Finding balance in your life is also important, and Michael tells us: “It is okay to enjoy doing other things and take your mind off what you’re going through.”

If you have children, be honest with them about what’s happening and explain that it’s not their fault. You may be tempted to hide things from them, but that can often mean that they’ll imagine the worst.

Finally, Michael says: “Remember that nothing lasts forever. Things will get better, you just need to hang in there until they do. No matter what your circumstances are, if you find yourself starting 2018 with a divorce, please have faith that even if life seems bleak now, it will get better. You are not alone, and there is help and support available for you. Sometimes, the hardest parts of life can turn out to be the start of positive new beginnings.”

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NEWTON EQUESTRIAN AND LEISURE CENTRE Self Catering Cottages • Stunning location

Our holidays are on a self catering basis in either of our cottages (not exclusive unless a large booking). There are 4 guest rooms in Trewenna and 3 guest bedrooms in Scrumpy with guest lounges and kitchens in both so you can cook your own breakfast, lunches or evening meals if you wish. Or there are two good local pubs just up the road which serve great food.

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The space has been carefully designed to present a wide selection of tiles in superb, easy-to-view displays, creating the perfect environment for you to consider your preferred colours, styles and finishes, with a team that’s on hand and always happy to help.

The showroom displays ranges from Original Style, The Winchester Tile Company and Marlborough, to name a few, so if sacrificing on quality simply isn’t an option, you’re well catered for. Indeed, whether you’re visualising patterns, texture, shine or bold colours, Tileworld truly has it all, meaning that in just one visit you can find the perfect finish your home renovation deserves.

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Rebecca Dunlop, Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Duchy Hospital, debunks the top myths surrounding cosmetic surgery.

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ith over 30,000 people in the UK undergoing cosmetic surgery in 2016, cosmetic surgery is now increasingly common.

However, changing your appearance is not to be undertaken lightly, so it’s very important that you put careful thought, questioning and consideration into your choices. We speak with Rebecca Dunlop, Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Duchy Hospital in Truro, who dispels some common myths surrounding cosmetic surgery.

Plastic surgery is the same as cosmetic surgery, right?

“No, plastic surgery is any surgery performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, but usually refers to reconstructive surgery, for example, restorative surgery after a cancer operation or an accident. Cosmetic surgery on the other hand is purely aesthetic: used to enhance the appearance.”

Cosmetic surgery does not leave scars, does it?

“Sadly, all surgery that involves a cut through the skin will leave a permanent scar.

However, scars differ from person to person depending on age, skin type, location of the scar and the genetic tendency to scarring.

Scars take about 18 months to mature but can continue to improve in appearance long after this. There are also various types of scar therapies available that can reduce scarring.”

FREE OPEN EVENTS

If you’re considering cosmetic surgery but would like to find out more, why not head along to one of Duchy Hospital’s free open events? You’ll be able to have a ten minute discussion with a consultant and get answers for any questions you may have. Details of forthcoming events are listed online, on the Duchy Hospital events page.

Cosmetic surgery is always carried out by plastic surgeons, isn’t it?

“Currently in the UK, the words ‘surgeon’ and ‘cosmetic’ do not guarantee any particular training; therefore patients should do their own rigorous research before going ahead. To save you some trouble, all cosmetic surgeons at Duchy Hospital are thoroughly checked.”

Surgery isn’t necessary anymore due to non-invasive techniques, is it?

“It is true that there has been an explosion of minimal and non-invasive techniques and

when in good hands these procedures do have their place in certain patients.

However, in many patients these techniques will not be effective enough to achieve the desired results and are usually not as long lasting as surgery. So, while it can be tempting to avoid the expense and down time of surgery, there is some truth to the saying ‘you get what you paid for’. It is important for patients to have realistic expectations of what the different procedures can achieve so that they can choose the surgery or procedure that is right for them.”

Men don’t have cosmetic surgery, do they?

“Why shouldn’t men want to look their best as well? Men frequently consult for various surgeries and facial anti-aging. In fact, men now account for 9% of cosmetic surgery operations in the UK, with the number of cosmetic surgery procedures on men doubling in the past decade.”

You have to travel to London to get the best plastic surgery, don’t you?

“Of course, there are many fine surgeons in London, but techniques and equipment are similar across the UK and dedicated surgeons who practice in cosmetic surgery will continually educate themselves and update their skills. Plastic surgeons operate all over the country and you can find your nearest one by looking on the BAPRAS or BAAPS websites.

Having surgery closer to home has many advantages; from close proximity for followup appointments to saving money on travel and overnight stays.”

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“My experience with Pure and with Mark has been absolutely amazing. Completely restored my faith in dentistry. What I can eat now and what I can do now and how my life has changed now is immense. I got my sparkle back, I’ve got my confidence back. What Mark and his team have done for me has completely changed my life.” - Mrs D.

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I decided on Teeth in a Day. I had the procedure in April and I’m still amazed every day at the incredible results.” - Mrs S.

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“I needed a serious course of work done so went to visit a few places both locally and in London. I have nothing but praise for all the staff, there is a genuine warmth to the welcome, and couple that with the professionalism shown by all, especially Mark, and one cannot help but feel in safe hands.” - Mr P.

“I wanted Teeth in a Day because if I’m going to have it done I want it done and over with. Family and friends can’t believe they are not real teeth… they also like the confidence they have given me. I’m free again. I was looked after from start to finish.

You won’t be frightened from the minute you meet his team. I was the most nervous patient you could ever meet. Now after all I’ve had done I’m not scared at all.” - Mrs S.

“I spent 40 years covering my mouth with my hand when smiling or eating and I finally plucked up the courage to visit Mark at Pure. I had bone grafts, implants, crowns and veneers.

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perfect party, ball, prom piece or elegant attire for a special event at

very competitive prices?

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the dress!

Wether you have got a Dog, Cat or Rabbit needing grooming or clipping they will recieve the utmost care and attention.

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon • Drop-Off and Collection • 12 years working in animal welfare

To book or find out more contact Jackee or Kevin on:

Tel: 01209 484593 Mob: 07597 065414

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Based in Camborne with FREE Parking 1-on-1 attention in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Private bookings also available.

T: 01209 610861 / 01209 484593 / 07761 1058746

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Here at Cornwall Living we are always on the lookout for the good and the great, from shops and interior specialists to accommodation providers, days out and those all important services. We'll find the right person so you don't have to!

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CARAVAN & CAMPING PARK www.caravanparkcornwall.com

YOUR BUSINESS HERE

Buy your own luxury holiday home situated in Cornwall’s outstanding natural beauty.

Underground Tours, Woodland

• Hire a static holiday home • Small touring area • Pet friendly • Children’s play area • Open all year • Wifi/laundry

Walk, Enchanted Dell, Weddings, Concerts, and much more.

01579 320251 www.carnglaze.com Ashton, Nr Helston Cornwall TR13 9TG 01736 762 231

pets welcome

A wide range of flooring and furnishings, all supplied with individual care and attention.

Carpet and Homestore Unit 3 • Longrock Business Park Penzance • TR20 8HT 01736 330 279 info@carpetanddhomestore.co.uk www.carpetandhomestore.co.uk

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01326 574842

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P&C Upholstery • Established

in 1998 •

• RE-UPHOLSTERY SPECIALISTS • BESPOKE SOFAS, CHAIRS & HEADBOARDS • REPAIRS • BANQUETTE SEATING SPECIALISTS • CURTAINS & ROMAN BLINDS • WIDE SELECTION OF FABRICS

ST JOHN’S BUSINESS PARK, PENZANCE ROAD, HELSTON TR13 8HN

enquiries@pandcupholstery.co.uk www.pandcupholstery.co.uk

01326 562552

Book Your Ultimate Cornish Holiday

www.polzeathcamping.co.uk

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Become stronger, fitter and feel great in 2018! We have something for everyone whether its gym, group exercise or personal training!

Elite personal training packages

Dedicated training rooms (over 12,000 square foot!)

NEW State of the art studio

Fantastic new gym refurb!

Huge class timetable with over 60 classes!

Why not try our elite personal training packages.

YOU GET:

Results – 1 to 1 results-based personal training that is dedicated to getting you the results you’re after Knowledge – We ensure you have the specialist knowledge and guide you every step of the way Accountability – Use our custom made app to track progress, workouts, nutrition and so much more Longevity – We have set you up for continued success in the future as your fitness journey continues

How about BORNE2RIDE?

Cycling at BORNEFIT has just upped its game! Our new state of the art studio boasts 22 Keiser M3i spinning bikes. Delivering industry-leading performance, digital displays, Bluetooth smart phone connectivity, progress tracking and monitoring, immersive audio, stunning interactive visual displays and worldclass lighting.

Contact us now if you are ready to achieve greatness at bornefit

Book your free consultation now, and be quick – spaces for this transformation are very limited and will fill up fast!

www.bornefit.co.uk Station road, Pool, Redruth TR15 3QJ Tel: 01209 697270

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1 A MOORLAND RETREAT FOR A CHANGE OF PACE st. breward, bodmin, mid cornwall 3 bedroom farmhouse ø 2 bedroom cottage ø good range of modern farm buildings ø fantastic equestrian facilities ø pasture & woodland ø in all about 55 acres ø 2,094 sq ft ø EPC=F

Savills Cornwall Ben Davies bmdavies@savills.com

01872 243 200

Guide £1 million Freehold

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1 SUPERB PRIVATE COUNTRY RESIDENCE caerhays, the roseland, south cornwall 2 miles from the coast ø 4 bedrooms ø unconverted cottage ø range of outbuildings ø paddocks & formal gardens ø 8.5 acres ø 3,911 sq ft ø EPC = B

Savills Cornwall Ben Davies bmdavies@savills.com

01872 243 200 Guide £1.75 million Freehold

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Padstow

£575,000

Fabulously contemporary two bedroom detached house designed by an award winning Grand Design architect. Fully refurbished to a very high standard & totally remodelled with a new rear extension this super property is just a few minutes walk from the harbourside of Padstow. The open plan kitchen and living room all enjoy amazing sea views, as does the outside terrace.

Quality exudes throughout this property with features such as the bespoke handmade kitchen, bespoke handmade wooden double-glazed doors and windows, remote control sky lights and oak floors throughout. Private off-road parking adds further appeal to a property which could be a fabulous family home or fantastic income opportunity for those seeking a rental business. EPC E

Port Isaac

£750,000

Rare opportunity to acquire a front line coastal property with huge potential to create your dream home. Ripe and ready for refurbishment this four bedroom link-detached enjoys breathtaking uninterrupted ocean views and is just a short walk to the popular and picturesque harbour made so famous by Doc Martin. All front facing rooms enjoy spectacular views and a pleasant enclosed garden, with a substantial outbuilding. There is plenty of parking by virtue of the attached garage and generous driveway. All in all, a fabulous property that is just waiting for you to stamp your mark upon it. EPC E

Trevarrian

£375,000

Situated less than a mile from the beach, this semi-detached house is set on the coastal road between Mawgan Porth and Watergate Bay. In an elevated position, the property enjoys far reaching views over the adjoining open countryside to the coastline and sea in the distance.

Refurbished to a high standard throughout, the property offers spacious and well-presented accommodation which includes a fitted kitchen/diner with log burning stove, separate sitting room with further log burner, three generous double bedrooms, with en-suite to the master and two further bathrooms. Outside the grounds are easy to maintain with gardens comprising lawned areas, ample parking and the advantage of a detached garage. EPC E

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Padstow

£325,000

Superbly presented and superbly located! With the added bonus of off-road parking and a detached garage, this refurbished two bedroom semi-detached is just a short walk from the harbour. The fabulous front to back open plan living/kitchen/dining room opens via bi-fold doors onto the raised deck area from which to enjoy Estuary views. For those chillier days, the wonderfully bright conservatory is just the place for sheltered relaxation. Upstairs, the bedrooms are genuine doubles, both with built in wardrobes and there is a modern shower room too. A private patio garden with established planting is another pleasant spot to enjoy those views. All in all, a beautifully presented light, bright and airy property which really must be viewed to be fully appreciated. EPC D

St Wenn

£725,000

Exquisitely presented throughout, this impressive four double bedroom, master en-suite, former farmhouse sits in peaceful extensive grounds approaching three acres and has been tastefully updated to blend modern convenience with original character features. The attached former swimming pool room offers excellent potential to extend significantly or to create an annexe, subject to appropriate planning consent. Surrounded by an acre of landscaped gardens and suntrap patios, its elevated position commands views over the surrounding unspoilt countryside.

Beyond the garden, a two acre paddock is fully enclosed with a post and rail fence and natural hedge boundaries. EPC F

St Kew Highway

£255,000

This superbly presented three bedroom detached house is situated on a small residential cul-desac on the edge of the village of St Kew Highway. Features of note include the 19ft lounge/dining room, UPVC double glazed windows and a recently installed central heating system. Decorated in soft neutral colours with new carpets and flooring, the accommodation is comfortable and spacious while of further benefit is the detached garage, driveway parking, low maintenance rear garden and the corner plot on which the property resides. Conveniently situated within walking distance of an array of village amenities which include a village shop, garage, doctors surgery, fish and chip shop and public house. Requires an internal viewing for the property to be fully appreciated. EPC E

Padstow

01841 532555

sales@jackie-stanley.co.uk

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A rare opportunity to own a stunning, coastal family home in Holywell Bay. Award-winning Legacy Properties presents The Rocks; 10 x luxury dwellings surrounded by dunes, cliffs and ocean vistas.

PRICED FROM £499,500 SELLING NOW WWW.LEGACYPROPERTIES.CO.UK

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COASTAL | COUNTRY | TOWN | MODERN | PERIOD

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Perranarworthal

DETACHED GRADE II LISTED HOUSE BETWEEN TRURO AND FALMOUTH A handsome detached period house situated in a delightful setting. Completely refurbished in recent years the property is in superb condition throughout. Entrance hall, sitting room, study, kitchen, dining room, conservatory, utility, shower room with w.c. To the first floor there are four bedrooms and luxurious bathroom with separate shower. Features include window shutters, period coving, original panelled doors and an attractive turning stairway. Gardens to front and terraced gardens to the rear which back onto open farmland. Mains gas central heating and sold with vacant possession and no chain.

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01326 565016 www.thematherpartnership.co.uk

HAYLE, WEST CORNWALL - £945,000 Treglisson House & Touring Park is set in over 2 acres of grounds, in the rural environs of Hayle, West Cornwall, conveniently situated a short drive from the beaches of St Ives Bay, Gwithian and Godrevy.

•U nique lifestyle opportunity to live and work in a desirable West Country setting, whilst producing flexible levels of income.

•D elightful Grade II Listed, 6/7 bedroom owners’ residence with obvious bed and breakfast/self-catering opportunities.

•A A 3-Pennant rated touring park in a sheltered rural setting with 26 pitches, all with hook-ups and a range of site amenities.

Set in delightful, stock landscaped gardens with sun terraces, an indoor heated swimming pool and hot tub.

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TRURO

Asking Price ÂŁ255,000

On the sought after leafy Kenwyn side of the city, this stylish three bedroom town house offers superb living space which blends character with modern comforts. EPC rating E.

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C hic shopping

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Cornish charity, Cornwall Hospice Care has 33 shops from Penzance to Bude, and you’ll be surprised at what the modern charity shop can offer.

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harity shops have come a long way in recent years, and leading the way in this image overhaul is Cornwall Hospice Care, with its many outlets dotted across the county more akin to independent boutiques. There are six different brands to give you lots of options: Lifestyle, Homestyle, Community, Retro, Boutique and Clearance, so you are sure to be able to find whatever it is you’re looking for.

Here are five great reasons to visit these shops:

To fund the care

ì ABOVE The friendly faces of Cornwall Hospice Care î BOTTOM

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Cornwall Hospice Care Chief Executive Paul Brinsley with the team at the opening of the new Truro Boutique

Cornwall Hospice Care provides 24/7 specialist care to terminally ill adults across its two hospices, Mount Edgcumbe Hospice in St Austell and St Julia’s Hospice in Hayle, in the acute hospital, in care homes and in the community. The charity works hard to support family, friends and carers through the difficulties of terminal illness. Only 20% of funding comes from the NHS meaning 80% is funded by its generous supporters, including those that shop with the charity.

Recycle

Get a gift It’s not all donated goods. The shops stock a small range of new goods that will make perfect gifts for any occasion, suiting all budgets.

Keep it Cornish All the money raised for Cornwall Hospice Care stays in Cornwall.

Frazer Hopkins, Business Development Manager at Cornwall Hospice Care, urges shoppers to come and have a browse in their nearest stores at all the items on offer. “We have some high quality donations thanks to the generous people of Cornwall. I’d like to thank all our supporters; we look forward to welcoming you to our shops!”

See the website for the online store locator to find your nearest store.

CORNWALL HOSPICE CARE www.cornwallhospicecare.co.uk.

Find more like this: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

By buying donated items you are helping to protect the environment by giving them a new home. You too can also donate your unwanted belongings to any Cornwall Hospice Care shop, saving them from landfill.

Get a bargain It doesn’t have to be January to get a good deal!

Whether it’s clothing, furniture, homewares or toys you’ll be amazed at the quality of items on offer at low prices.

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