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The Ultimate Lifestyle By The Sea

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to the June edition of Cornwall Living!

urrounded by the sea, it’s this ocean paradise that’s very much shaped Cornwall both in terms of industry and pleasure. From the fishermen who earn their living from its myriad species of fish and shellfish, to those that derive pleasure from being at play either on or beneath the waves, there’s no doubt that the sea has played a unique part in putting Cornwall on the map. With world-class reef and beach breaks at every turn, it’s no wonder that the Duchy’s surfing scene is such a strong one. Rosie Cattrell met Chris Brown, owner of Global Boarders, to find out how they’re inspiring and teaching the next generation of surfers and outdoor enthusiasts (from page 25).

For those who prefer to appreciate Cornwall from dry land, despair not. We’ve been catching up with some great foodie destinations where you can sample the fruits of the sea and the fields. Trevaskis Farm’s on-site farm shop (page 68) boasts a traditional butchery and a way of shopping that is both affordable and sustainable; chef-patron of restaurant Kota Kai, Jude Kereama (page 74) talks of the importance of seasonality when it comes to cooking; and over at Beach Farm Café, Polzeath (page 76) eating is laid-back with a side of sea view!

So, whether you are a water babe or a land lover, let Cornwall Living guide you to your next Cornish adventure…

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Catch up with Cornwall

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Luxury property

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Coastal escapes

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Going green

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The fabric of time

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Giving back to Cornwall

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Got to experience

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Putting you first

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Retreats by the beach

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A truly Cornish escape

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A coastal adventure

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Food yards, not miles

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Splice the mainbrace!

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Fruits of the grill

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Taste of the season

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Sunsets and suppers

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Sustainably wild

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A splash of colour

2022 trends with Kitchen Kit With HBH Woolacotts Renewable energy with GreenGenUK Visit Estuary Textiles, Wadebridge Supporting Cornwall Hospice Care Letting success with Cornish Horizons At John Bray Cornish Holidays Discover Gwel an Mor

Introducing Cornish Escapes

Stays at Kilminorth Cottages With Global Boarders

At Trevaskis Farm Shop

Bottling the essence of the sea Get set for a summer of feasting Foodie insights from Jude Kereama At Beach Farm Café & Yard Immerse your event in nature Jewellery from Michael Spiers

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Welcome to Paddle Cornwall Encounters

Here comes Summer Sun, sea and sand sums up this beautiful place we call home, where relaxed, easy-towear style is timeless. It is this comfortable and affordable style that you’ll find at Whitegoose(&Co) in Wadebridge.

Come join the team at ‘The Boatshed’, the home of Paddle Cornwall SUP and Encounter Cornwall located in the picturesque village of Golant, just two miles outside of Fowey, for one of their awardwinning kayak tours or SUP (stand-up paddle board) sessions and launch onto the stunning River Fowey estuary.

Their daily kayak excursions are perfect for those wishing to explore the waterways. Choose between their low tide Wildlife and Waterfronts tour and paddle towards Fowey, or one of their Creeks and Backwaters tour, heading further upstream.

For the more adventurous, why not try a stand-up paddle board session under the watchful eye of their fully qualified and insured instructors. With a variety of

session types from beginners to advanced, they will have the perfect one just for you.

If you would like to utilise your existing paddle skills, why not head out under your own steam with a kayak hire? You can choose between a half or full-day session in a single or double kayak. For the more advanced paddler they have their own Canadian canoes.

And new for this year is their Mega SUP session, guaranteed fun for all the family, with either hire or supervised sessions available – no one is staying dry!

Private groups and parties can be accommodated with advanced booking.

For more information call 07792-062471 or visit www.encountercornwall.com

In its sixth year of trading, Whitegoose has imprinted its unique sense of style on many discerning ladies of Cornwall and beyond. Brilliant colours fill the rails of this lovely boutique and with an eclectic collection of accessories sourced from around the world, Whitegoose is a visual treat. Call in and be amazed at the selection of colourful knitwear, linen and cotton summer dresses, super comfortable trousers, shorts and jeans, as well as newly added occasion dresses and matching coats sourced from Australia which are in the most fabulous colours and fabrics.

The team are always on hand to advise on style to suit the individual or just simply to have a chat. “So ladies,” says owner, Maggie, “come and see what we have in stock for the spring and summer season, we would love to meet you!”

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Everything you need at Estuary Textiles

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Cornish Waves book A popular choice for those who can’t decide on the spectacular one-off wave for their home, the newest limitededition hardback Cornish Waves book published by Waves Gallery in Porthleven has been a true hit, even winning a Gorsedh Kernow Holyer – a Gof Publishers award for 2021. Signed and numbered to 1000, inside you’ll find some of Mike’s finest work to date, including the hugely popular shots Cornish Kiss and Cornish Dreams.

Available now in paperback, another interesting feature of the book is the amazing story of a charity paddle to the Isles of Scilly for Surfers Against Sewage, complete with more Cornish photographic adventures, chasing

storms and capturing those rare special moments caught in the waves.

For more information call 01326 368369 or visit www.wavesgallery.co.uk

Take a tour Stocking an extensive collection of wonderful material for both home, interior projects and those of the textile artist or student, Estuary Textiles’ collection spans many decades – from the 1850s to the 2020s – and also encompasses world textiles. They stock, amongst other pieces, handwoven kutnu silk from the Middle East, 1960s tweeds, turn-of-the-century patchwork from America and classic British out-of-print designs. This makes for a totally unique and highly desirable range of fabrics.

The team are very happy to work with customers to sell the exact cut of fabric needed for their projects. Sustainability, minimal waste and economical purchases are all part of the shop ethos, so next time you’re in Wadebridge, make sure to pop in to Estuary Textiles at 5 Polmorla Road, PL27 7ND. For more information visit estuarytextiles

through time Offering a fascinating insight into Cornwall’s rich heritage, the Museum of Cornish Life building was originally designed as Helston’s market house in 1837. Today, it retains the original sloping floor, which adds to the authenticity of your visit as you journey back in time.

In front of the museum is a cannon, salvaged from the wreck of the frigate HMS Anson, which foundered off Loe Bar in 1807. Around 100 sailors’ lives were lost, inspiring Henry Trengrouse to invent the ‘Rocket’ lifesaving apparatus, which can be found inside the museum.

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The museum contains a vast social history collection. Dating from the 18th to the 20th century, the range of objects covers

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During May half term, enjoy a jam-packed week of activities at Wheal Martyn Clay Works! From 30th May to 2nd June, celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with a variety of royally fun activities inspired by Alice in Wonderland, involving painting, making and creating. On 3rd June, celebrate with a Mad Hatter’s tea party, including a treasure hunt, afternoon tea and painting.

Potty about pottery? Create your own ceramic using a mould from the famous Spode china collection on 12th June. Your piece will even be glazed and fired to a professional standard.

Then, on 18th June, sit down and enjoy a delicious Cornish breakfast with characters from the china clay industry, followed by a guided tour of the historic china clay works. For bookings, pricings and timings, be sure to visit the website.

For more information visit www.wheal-martyn.com

Join the Saint’s Way Trek

Ever fancied taking part in a charity trek without leaving Cornwall? Now’s your chance, thanks to Cornwall Hospice Care’s newly launched ‘The Saint’s Way Trek’. Taking place on the weekend of 10th and 11th September, there’ll be an opportunity to camp half way on the Saturday night.

The adventure starts at beautiful Padstow Church and day one will include a 16-mile walk to Mena Farm Campsite just outside Lanivet. “Here we’ll unwind round the firepit and enjoy a range of foods provided by onsite caterers,” explains Event Director Amy Lewis. “On Sunday the walk takes you to the windswept heights of Helman Tor where on a clear day, you can see both the north and south coasts of Cornwall. It’s then down to Golant and on to Readymoney Cove in Fowey for medal celebrations.”

Shuttle buses will take entrants from the charity’s furniture store in Holmbush, St Austell to the start and overnight bags

and tents will be waiting at the campsite for trekkers on the Saturday afternoon.

“Breakfast and a packed lunch will be provided on the Sunday so all people need to do is bring food for the Saturday leg and money to buy supper in the evening. Did I mention Lanivet has a top-class fish and chip shop and a great pub as well?”

Funds raised will go directly to providing the end-of-life care the charity provides at its two hospices, Mount Edgcumbe in St Austell and St Julia’s in Hayle. “What better way to help us make a difference to our patients than by enjoying one of Cornwall’s most iconic walking routes with family and friends and at such a lovely time of year.”

For more information call 01726 66868 (option 3) or visit www.cornwallhospicecare.co.uk/ events/saintswaytrek

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Kurt Jackson’s latest exhibition highlights the need to protect our oceans. Mermaids’ Tears – showing at the award-winning Jackson Foundation artspace in St Just – is built around the world-renowned artist’s efforts to address the blight of plastic in the ocean, drawing attention to the resin pellets or nurdles from plastic manufacturing (mermaids’ tears) that pollute the environment.

The focal point is a beautiful tapestry by Dovecot Studios, who worked with Kurt Jackson to achieve a sensitive balance of colour and texture. The contrast between the fishing rope, nurdles and wool powerfully illustrates the incursion of plastics into the natural environment.

Alongside paintings rallying against the damage we are doing are others revealing the natural beauty of unspoilt beaches and the joy of pristine tidelines and powerful seas. The Jackson Foundation is open Tuesday – Saturday.

For more information call 01736 787638 or visit www.jacksonfoundationgallery.com

For gin-lovers and curious connoisseurs alike, The Little Gin Shack warmly invites all to come in and take a seat in the beautiful premises that has been established at 35 Molesworth Street, Wadebridge since their relocation in October 2020. With room for 26 in total, there’s plenty of space to find a place to perch while you take your pick from the store’s incredible offering of just under 180 gins. With spirits from both Cornwall and around the world, you’ll truly be spoilt for choice, and any gin expert is sure to come across an undiscovered label to sample.

When it comes to choosing your tipple, the Gin Shack doesn’t have a menu. Instead, says Neil: “Our fully trained staff prefer to talk to you about your preferences, and provide you with complimentary samples to try before you decide. You can also book a fantastic Gin Sampling session – just contact us for details!”

This range is complemented by a series of Cornish rums, vodkas, brandy, wines and bottled beers and ciders, which can be enjoyed on site alongside one of the newly introduced cheese and charcuterie platters, or as a purchase to take home.

With such an impressive collection of carefully chosen products, a trip to The Little Gin Shack is not one you’ll want to rush. So, pull up a seat, explore the range and enjoy the experience!

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A love of great design

Eleanor Bowmer is a talented British artist and print designer based in Manchester. The team at Newlyn Maids fell in love with her bright colours and bold print designs at the Spring Fair at the NEC, Birmingham, and excitedly placed an order!

Eleanor’s business began after she quit her job as a textile designer and opened a shop on ‘notonthehighstreet’, where she started selling her prints and tea towels.

From there, she built a successful brand that continues to thrive, and Newlyn Maids is now a proud stockist of Eleanor’s beautiful homewares. You can find her range of tea towels, storage jars, aprons, baking utensils and mugs with her fabulous iconic Miami Shells and Dalmation prints online (website below) and in both the St Ives and Newlyn stores.

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Roast on the coast

The glorious Victorian architecture of the Falmouth Hotel is the first thing that strikes you, this along with its beautifully manicured lawns that face the ocean. As well as offering luxury accommodation in its 71 hotel rooms and two- and three-bedroom stays in its stunning new lodges, the hotel is also much sought-after for its foodie offering. Open to nonresidents, the Lounge Bar affords laid-back dining with a menu comprising of light lunches and snacks, as well as indulgent Cornish cream teas, all served with a side of sea view.

For more formal dining, the Castle Beach Restaurant is undoubtedly one of the best located in the area overlooking the beach for which it is named. Alongside an à la carte menu that features dishes created from the best local produce, the traditional Sunday roasts are a highlight.

Choose from a selection of pot-roast beef, succulent pork or tasty chicken – and there is always a vegetarian option – all served with giant fluffy Yorkshire puddings.

But don’t just take our word for it, this is what a recent diner had to say: “Had a really lovely Sunday lunch today; one of the best we have had. Plenty of food, tasty – especially the red cabbage – gorgeous.

Staff were very attentive and polite – could not fault the experience and will be back.” Whether you are refuelling after a coastal walk or warming up after a sea swim, make a date for Falmouth Hotel roast soon.

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African-born Dreya Bennett came to Cornwall at the tender age of nine, and ever since she has had an affinity with the sea.

Previously a professional kite surfer, Dreya has a fascination with the ocean, inspired by its reflections, colour and translucent quality, which shows in her beautiful fused glass artwork. While studying at Falmouth Art College, Dreya fell in love with glass fusion before going on to study Architectural Stained Glass at Swansea.

You’ll find Dreya’s gallery on the Killacourts, overlooking Towan beach in Newquay, where her work – which reflects the ocean and the Cornish way of life – can be viewed. As well as the wonderful collection of pieces to be found in her gallery, Dreya also undertakes bespoke commissions both in Cornwall and further afield.

For more information call 07977 532933 or visit www.dreya.co.uk

Stay safe SUP-ing this summer

The stand-up paddle boarding industry has been growing at a rapid rate for many years now, and more recently, when the Covid pandemic struck, it grew even more. It seems that everybody wants to give this exciting new sport a try.

Inevitably with more people taking to the water, the need for good advice and education to keep them safe is needed.

This is where SUP Standards come in; it is dedicated to ensuring that the rising sport of stand-up paddle boarding is as safe an environment as possible for those taking to the water. The aim is to provide consistent safety and paddling standards and information for SUP. SUP Standards is a valuable resource for both the recreational paddler and the trained professional.

One of the unique things about SUP Standards is that there are countryspecific sections allowing stand up paddlers to check for any particular standards, safety and reference links, in their own country. The SUP Standards committee is a dedicated team of experts

throughout the world who regularly contribute on a wide range of topics. The committee members all have a specific area of expertise that they focus on, this could be anything from SUP safety, environment, equipment to mental health to foiling.

SUP Standards is currently offering the chance to win an online SUP Wise Intensive course – with tips, techniques and videos sponsored by ASI, the world’s leader in SUP education – the first step to becoming a SUP instructor.

For more information visit www.supstandards.com www.academyofsurfing.com

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they took the leap and moved from one seaside paradise to another.

You can now find them in the fishing port of Porthleven, surrounded by properties that they themselves have designed, now beautiful extensions and additions to the village that we can all admire.

For more information call 01736 796111 or visit www.radesign.org.uk

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Since its inception in 2007, the ethos of Stylish Cornish Cottages has remained unchanged; to offer an extremely personal and professional service to both homeowners and guests alike. Company founder Phay explains: “As a homeowner myself, I realised how important it was to hand your precious property over to someone who is going to care for it like their own.” Consequently, Stylish Cornish Cottages has established itself as a company you can rely upon, with a select portfolio of properties and a wonderful group of housekeepers who live and breathe west Cornwall.

They offer a full package of marketing and management services, as well as a range of more bespoke opportunities, such as uniquely interactive virtual tours, allowing prospective guests to look around every property and drone footage to highlight the beauty of the surrounding area.

The reviews from the owners speak for themselves. Celia has let her house through Stylish Cornish Cottages for the last five years: “Phay’s dedication and professionalism are outstanding, she not

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So, if you are in the west Cornwall area and looking for high-quality customer care with a personal touch, be sure to contact Stylish Cornish Cottages today.

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Come join in the fun Consistent, dependable service with a splash of inspiration – that’s how they like to model their days at Wadebridge Wines. With a mixed crew of happy South African, brave British, surrounded by the dulcet tones of Parisian accent, there is a contagious enthusiasm and distinctive style. It’s a bit of old school shop-keeping with an authentic rustic charm.

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tasting! South African Cape wines are a particularly attractive source of affordable quality. And to celebrate the Chenin grape, a new shipment from Loire France has arrived – lovely Savennieres, Saumur, Vouvray, Coteaux du Layon, and Montlouis-sur-Loire, a particular favourite. Be sure to pop along and join in the fun!

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energy of Cornwall

A crisp, clear day on the coastal path near Port Isaac, the sea a deep turquoise and the cliffs topped with lush green grass; this is the inspiration for ‘Where Kestrels Pause’ (pictured), a colourful, energetic painting in acrylics by Falmouth based artist, Chloe Woods.

Chloe loves to explore Cornwall’s harbours and coastline with a camera and sketchbook in hand. Returning to her home studio, she translates the sketches, photographs and memories into larger, contemporary pieces that are perfect for bringing the colour and energy of Cornwall into your home.

You can meet Chloe and see her latest work up close at Coast Colour Canvas Gallery from 4th to 10th June.

Alternatively, why not pay a visit to Chloe’s website and discover more about her work?

For more information call 07803 724297 or visit www.chloewoods.co.uk

Slickers loves Dicky Bag!

As dog-walking counties go, Cornwall has to be up there with the very best in the UK. Miles of rolling countryside, bridleways and footpaths between coasts, with patches of woodland and forestry, not to mention the seemingly endless miles of the South West Coast Path, all combine to make the county paradise not just for humans hoping to make the most of the great outdoors, but their furry friends, too.

However, part and parcel of owning a dog is ensuring that you pick up after them.

After all, there’s nothing more annoying than coating the soles of your shoes in un-scooped poop that somebody before you left lying on the path! This is where the Dicky Bag comes in – designed to enable you to travel responsibly with your dog, without parading poop around like a trophy as you search in vain for a bin.

The award-winning and stylish neoprene Dicky Bag is lightweight, airtight, washable and, crucially, leak proof. It can also be attached to you or your dog, and stores

those nasty knotted plastic bags until you find a suitable bin in which to discard it.

With a range of accessories, including Dicky Discs to keep your bag smelling fresh, plus an extended range of other bags, from treat pouches to bum bags designed to carry small and larger items including keys, phones, tablets, even a packed lunch, accessorising for your daily dog walks has never been easier with Dicky Bag. Check out the range on the Slickers Doghouse website, or better still, pop into the store on Padstow’s quayside!

For more information call 07917 005071 or visit www.slickersdoghouse.co.uk

Create an outdoor ‘room’ Wouldn’t it be great if the view from your balcony was not obscured by its surrounding handrail arrangement?

Well, a solution can be found at Kestrel Specialist Handrail Systems.

They can supply and fit what’s known as a ‘base fixed channel system’, suitable for mounting into concrete or steel, which alleviates the necessity for the installation of vertical support posts. Customers can choose to have the resulting ‘free-standing’ panels

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Either way, the resultant look is both smart and easy to maintain, which means you can sit back and enjoy the view from a space that is sheltered, secure and perfect for outdoor dining this summer.

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o step outside our front door and feel the warm promise of spring on our skin as the days grow lighter and the sun more familiar is to remember the joy of living in the paradise that many of us are lucky enough to call home. Painted in greens, blues and sandy golds, and edged with cliffs embellished with heath and thrift overlooking the Atlantic ocean, Cornwall not only makes for a wonderfully inspiring place to be, but holds the key to real adventure in what we consider to be one of the most beautiful places in the world.

In the spirit of immersing ourselves in the watery wilds of Cornwall this spring and summer, we thought it best to get an insight from someone who not only harbours a passion for the thrill of the Cornish coast, but has made a career of 17 years from it.

From nurturing surf newbies on their first waves at Praa Sands and Gwithian Towans and coaching advanced salt-water thrill seekers, to exploring the coastline on a coasteering exploration around Mousehole, Chris Brown is a man at the very heart of outdoor adventure. Leading a team of over 12 surf and coasteering coaches, Chris is at the centre of a company that invites all to seek their very own outdoor adventure; Global Boarders.

“My first memories of the outdoors were spent on the crowded beaches of Southendon-Sea,” reminisces Chris. “Like many families from the southeast, Cornwall was a yearly family holiday destination and I recall catching my first waves at Gwithian on a partially snapped polystyrene bodyboard in the mid 90s. My parents made the brave move to leave Essex and relocate to Cornwall. Ever since then I’ve been drawn to the energy and natural beauty that can only be experienced in the great outdoors. As a first-generation surfer in my family, it took until the age of 16 before I learnt how to surf and two years later, whilst balancing education, I qualified as a lifeguard and surf coach and never looked back. In 2005 Global Boarders was formed and 17 years later my passion to coach surfing has never been stronger.”

Originally a mobile surf school run by Chris and his best friend Steve, Global Boarders’ original ethos was to travel Cornwall’s coastline in the search of the best waves for their clients to surf, operating out of a van with surfboards strapped to the roof. “We did this all year round and it was a common site to see us in the winter months battling the Cornish weather whilst wrestling the surfboards on and off the roof,” explains Chris. “We realised this was where our passion lay, and 17 years later best friends became business partners and we’ve grown the business to proudly have beach front bases at two of Cornwall’s best surfing beaches; Gwithian and Praa Sands.”

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DID YOU KNOW? Global Boarders is one of the only surf and coasteering centres to hold the prestigious AALA (Adventure Activities Licensing Authority) licence, and each coach and guide is a fully qualified lifeguard! www.globalboarders.co.uk

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DISCOVER MORE For the ocean adventurers among you, MAD Watersports may well have just what you need for your next salt-water session. From paddleboards and surf boards to kayaks, windsurfs and wetsuits, you’re sure to find what you need at www.madwatersports.co.uk

 ABOVE On the hunt for adventure  BELOW An expedition below the cliffs and into the sea

Open year round, Chris and Steve’s early roots are still embraced, and Global Boarders remains one of the only surf schools in Cornwall who proudly stay open all through the winter to embrace the elements with their brave customers.

Having managed and coached the GB National Surf Team from 2015 to 2019, Chris found himself in the driving seat of some incredible opportunities that would lead him around the world to the shores of California, The Azores and Japan. On his return, Chris’ newfound skills and experience found their place within the Global Boarders team at the head of an incredible group of hand-picked instructors and guides, each chosen for their individual skills and experiences: “My role as head coach allows me to proudly lead a team of wonderful coaches and great friends in delivering two amazing activities in surfing and coasteering across some of the most spectacular locations in Cornwall. We believe that we have the best team of instructors and guides possible, and to provide an unrivalled customer service we have hand-picked each individual to fit a certain roll within our coaching team. Ultimately, whether you’re local or just paying a visit, our aim is to leave you with a lasting memory of our special county and ensure it’s one of the highlights of your holiday.”

From primary school teachers who work with the kid’s groups during the school holidays, to more senior coaches who support some of Global Boarders older customers, many of the team have been around for ten or more seasons, so they really know what they’re doing! What’s more, Chris and his team see many budding adventure seekers return to them year after year with the knowledge that the coach they’ve had previously is more than likely

there to coach them again: “We find that most return customers when booking their session will ask whether they can be taught by the coach or guide they had during their previous session. As a company, we put great emphasis on retaining our staff, with many being with us for at least five years, so the customer and coach relationships can progress with many students working with the same coach for years. We also renew our equipment every two years, which means our customers always enjoy warm wetsuits and a great selection of beginner and advanced surfboards.”

Striving to be a fully inclusive operator for outdoor activities, and with a desire to promote the endless health and wellbeing benefits of being in the Cornish sea, Global Boarders are the lead surf school provider in Cornwall for working with local schools, encouraging local children to access the incredible outdoor environment that awaits them whilst promoting ocean safety and awareness. Not only this, the team are also proud to run a not-for-profit surf club for local children from beginner to elite level, many of which have gone on to represent England at international events. Their work with the military charity Surf Action and the Wahine Project UK (a year-round initiative for young girls to learn how to surf, look after the ocean, each other and themselves) only goes to show how dedicated Chris and the team are to the local community and the art of outdoor adventure.

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“Cornwall is the furthest southerly county in the UK and benefits from especially mild winters and long warm summers,” Chris  TOP muses. “Whether your passion is for land The stunning or water sports, Cornwall is a year-round Cornish coast destination for outdoor adventure and not just a summertime holiday location.  ABOVE Cornwall’s core lies with its infinity with Practise makes perfect water sports, and with a coastline that stretches for over 250 miles and with over 300 beaches the options for adventure are truly endless. Cornwall’s highlight adventure activities include surfing, coasteering, kayak and SUP tours and rock climbing, and as the first point of land EXPERIENCE from North America Cornwall’s stretch of Atlantic ocean is famous for being crystal DISCOVER MORE clear, attracting more marine life than any With Cornwall being the other part of the UK. It’s not unusual to see ultimate outdoor playground whales, dolphins, seals, basking sharks and that it is, it comes as no surprise bluefin tuna. There truly isn’t anywhere that there are opportunities around every corner to find out better in the UK to experience the breathexactly what the Duchy’s great taking thrill that comes with immersing outdoors has to offer. From yourself in an outdoor adventure. There’s cycling by the sea to swinging nothing like it.” through the trees, here are Whether it’s discovering the rush of just a few must-visits for your ultimate outdoor adventure catching your very first wave where ocean experience. meets shore, or finding out just what Hangloose Adventure it feels like to throw yourself from the www.hanglooseadventure.com rocky cliffs that border the land into the briny sea under the watchful guidance of Shipyard Cycles www.shipyardcycles.co.uk a qualified thrill seeker, the possibilities afforded by Chris and his team at Global Cornish Rock Tors www.cornishrocktors.com Boarders are entirely endless, and I believe that Henry David Thoreau couldn’t have Cornwall Underground eart, Smoke put it any better: ‘You must liveAt inHthe Adventures & So al, the missio is sim ple: to trans www.cornwallunderground n present, launch yourself on every wave, form every cl ient’s find your eternity in each moment. Fools unique .co.uk outdoor spac ABOVE é BF Adventuree. stand on their island ofFooopportunities and eart, Smok d is always e & Soal un derstand tha better al fresco t look toward another land.

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Refusing to be led by trends, Maxari provides those seeking to update their wardrobes with something that’s just a little bit different. Turn to page 87 to find out more, or why not head to the Cornwall Living website and check out the company’s online profile? www.cornwall-living.co.uk/business/maxari

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One of the oldest properties in Trenance, Westward was built in 1917, and stands at over 2,500 square feet. The accommodation comprises a huge open-plan ‘live-in’ kitchen with an open fireplace and oil-fired Aga, which in turn opens into a large conservatory and the gardens with generous level lawns and evergreen trees, which provide wonderfully sheltered privacy.

Three out of the four double bedrooms are coupled with an en-suite bathroom, with a dressing room accompanying the master bedroom. In addition, there is a family bathroom, a sitting room complete with an open fire which offers the option of a fifth bedroom, and a study and utility room for leisured convenience.

INFORMATION Captivating coastal views Elevated position Four bedrooms with three en-suites Open-plan kitchen and living accommodation Detached double garage with ample parking

With a double garage to the far side of the house and an expanse of paved patio to the front of the property there is no shortage of parking, and with great access to the South West Coast Path and the beach below, Westward truly invites you to enjoy its beautiful Cornish surroundings.

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ccupying a peaceful position in the sought-after village of St Mabyn, 1 Churchtown Cottage is a quintessentially Cornish rural home. With three bedrooms, it has been lovingly and stylishly refurbished to the highest of standards, without detracting from the original character that makes it so special. Slate flagstone floors and original fireplaces, for instance, are still very much in evidence on the ground floor, as are the exposed beams overhead in the kitchen, which itself has been refitted with gorgeous tongue-and-groove cabinetry and a natural wood work surface, cementing the ‘house in the country’ feel that has become so appealing over the last two years.

The open-plan living/dining room is completed with a woodburner, which keeps things cosy during the cooler months. When the sun’s out, you can swap the warmth of the stove for that of the sun as you while away your afternoons dining al fresco in the private rear garden, with its blend of gravel, patio, lawn and mature borders.

Within walking distance of the amenities of St Maybn, 1 Churchtown Cottage is perfect for those in search of a peaceful life in the country. That said, it is also only a short drive from the towns and villages that populate the banks of the Camel Estuary, from the foodie hubs of Padstow and Wadebridge, to

the sailing waters of Rock and the surfing waves of Polzeath, all connected by the beautiful South West Coast Path. In short, for anybody relocating to the Duchy who wishes to immerse themselves in the very best the Cornish lifestyle has to offer, 1 Churchtown Cottage is an opportunity not to be missed. To secure a private viewing, be sure to contact the agents at John Bray.

1 CHURCHTOWN COTTAGE

GUIDE PRICE: £480,000

JOHN BRAY ESTATES

Pavilion Building, Rock, Cornwall, PL27 6JU sales@johnbrayestates+.co.uk www.johnbrayestates.co.uk 01208 862601

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trategically positioned on the Roseland peninsula in the pictureperfect fishing village of Portscatho, Cranmere has the most unbelievable view across Gerrans Bay, a vista that can be enjoyed from the spacious conservatory, dining room, even the bathtub! Built in the 1930s and spread over three floors, the home still retains much of its original character. It has also been extended over the years to offer generous living space.

The current kitchen is bespoke and wood-built, with integrated appliances, a granite work surface, and the room’s original pine floor. This, in turn, leads into the conservatory, a breathtaking space with panoramic sea views, leading out onto the terrace and perfect for enjoying the everchanging scenery. Back into the kitchen and across the main hallway, and you’ll find a generous sitting room with a freestanding LPG burner in the hearth.

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GUIDE PRICE: £950,000

PHILIP MARTIN

9 Cathedral Lane, Truro TR1 2QS 01872 242244 sales@philip-martin.co.uk www.philip-martin.co.uk

INFORMATION Large detached property Stunning sea views Three bedrooms Cinema room/ fourth bedroom

The property offers a total of three bedrooms, alongside a bathroom and separate shower room, with multiple living spaces and a lower ground floor that would potentially be suitable for additional accommodation. Currently, the bedroom here is currently used as a cinema room, however it would make ideal accommodation for visiting guests, or alternatively, a profitable rental opportunity, especially as there is also a sitting area with kitchenette, as well as a shower room.

With astounding views and an unbelievable amount of space to play with, Cranmere comes to market ready for modernisation, making it the perfect opportunity for a buyer with a creative touch to transform the property into the kind of coastal abode that most can only dream of.

Lower ground floor with potential to provide rental accommodation Conservatory with unbelievable views Front terrace overlooking the water Off-road parking

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In conversation with Rohrs and Rowe, we ask what it is about the Camel Estuary that continues to draw buyers in search of their dream home.  ABOVE It's easy to see the appeal

 BELOW Great Engollan Farmhouse

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inding its way gently in land, the Camel Estuary is a walkers’ paradise, a wildlife haven, a must-visit for cyclists, and home to some of the most esteemed chefs and restaurateurs in Cornwall. No wonder then, that the area has become a beacon of promise to those seeking a tonic to an increasingly busy and stressful lifestyle, providing a sense of ocean-aired freedom that so many of us have found ourselves craving in the wake of events over the past two years. Especially in light of the pandemic that’s still very much

fresh in our minds, more homeowners than ever have found themselves looking to their own four walls, examining their lifestyles and re-assessing what’s important. Perhaps nobody is more familiar with this trend than Martyn Rohrs and Matthew Rowe, founders of awardwinning Cornish estate agents, Rohrs & Rowe, who sell some of the Camel Estuary area’s most exceptional and sought-after property.

Before we get into those however, let’s dive a little deeper into what makes this stretch of Cornwall so alluring.

If days spent under the power of sail are your idea of zen, then the Camel Estuary is home to some of the finest sailing waters in the UK, particularly in Rock. Championing the philosophy and traditions of good seamanship, keen racing and a happy family atmosphere, Rock Sailing Club welcomes new members with open arms, providing the perfect environment to spend time with likeminded seagoers, a place to make life-long friends and share in the joy of time spent on the water.

Perhaps, instead, you wish to take a guided tour of the waterways, sitting back as you watch the coastline ebb past? If so, there are a number of tour agencies providing trips designed to show you the very best of what the sheltered waters here have to offer, including

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 BELOW The stunning terrace of Trevoseen

wildlife spotting and even fishing, perfect for catching your supper before heading home and firing up the grill.

Alternatively, if you prefer solid ground beneath your feet, then the Camel Estuary provides some of the finest cycling you’ll find in Cornwall, namely the Camel Trail, which offers cyclists of all ages and abilities the chance to take an easy ride. There are plenty of places to enjoy lunch too, all with incredible views and spots from which to watch the local wildlife. Of course, for some, nothing beats a bucket and spade day on the beach, in which case, one of the famed ‘Seven Bays’, centred around the small village of St Merryn, will provide you with all the sun, sand and sea you could ask for.

Whichever way in which you choose to spend your days, the Cornish sea air is sure to sharpen your appetite, and where better to be than in the culinary capital of Cornwall, Padstow? Renowned for the collection of celebrity owned restaurants, including those of Rick Stein and Paul Ainsworth, with Nathan Outlaw’s offering available further along the coast, there’s reason that foodies flock to Padstow every year! Drawing on the region’s abundance of fresh, seasonal produce, daily caught seafood and locally reared meats, the changing menus of the restaurants around the estuary are an allure in themselves.

But it isn’t just the landscape, coastline and lifestyle that draw buyers to the Camel Estuary.

The stamp of property here is exceptional, as is evident in the list of available, coming soon and recently sold homes on the books of Rohrs and Rowe. Take Trevoseen, for example; a five/ six-bedroom coastal home with outstanding sea views across the entirety of Trevone Bay (one of the aforementioned Seven Bays).

Striking and exceptionally spacious, the house has been designed to maximise the stunning, uninterrupted sea views. Set out over three floors, the accommodation and living spaces provide ample room to spread out, with floor-to-ceiling windows opening out onto the terrace and providing the ocean views beyond.

With beautifully set-out gardens, a broad sun terrace and an excellent, recently built summer house at the bottom of the garden that’s perfect for entertaining, Trevoseen is a prime example of the quality buyers have come to expect from property in the Padstow area.

Another contrasting yet excellent example, is Great Engollan Farm. This handsome, detached coastal farmhouse boasts five bedrooms in the main residence. Add to this a one-bedroom integral annexe called The Loft, as well as an additional one-bedroom separate cottage within the grounds called The Nook, and the flexible accommodation at Great Engollan lends itself to visitors, dependent family members, or even the potential for additional income via holiday lettings. With parking for numerous cars, a detached double garage, and being less than two miles from the nearest beach, Porthcothan Bay, Great Engollan provides the space and lifestyle that two years of lockdowns have left so many searching for.

Rohrs & Rowe have numerous other properties either on, or coming to the market in the Camel Estuary area over the course of the summer, so be sure to get in contact and register your details to find out more.

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01872 306360 www.rohrsandrowe.co.uk

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DISCOVER MORE Trevoseen is currently on the market for offers over £3.5M Great Engollan is currently on the market at a guide price of £1.4M

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splendour We discover Trenarren House, a landmark new south-facing development of luxury apartments enjoying panoramic sea views.

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ituated along Sea Road in Carlyon Bay, one of Cornwall’s most highly regarded addresses, this new development of six luxury apartments, over three floors, is expected to be completed by September 2022. With uninterrupted south sea views from Gribbin Head around to Black Head, this prestigious and high-quality new development enjoys a location that is hugely convenient for the nearby golf course, Carlyon Bay Hotel, coast path, beach and the nearby town of St Austell, that also benefits from a direct rail link to London Paddington.

The historic and picturesque harbourside village of Charlestown (a regular location for BBC’s Poldark and the film The Eagle has Landed), is just over a mile away and the beaches of Duporth, Porthpean and Pentewan are all within a very short drive. The worldclass and award-winning attraction, Eden Project, is located to the north of St Austell with The Lost Gardens of Heligan being found to the west of the town.

Just six miles or so along the coast is the beautifully timeless and historic waterside town of Fowey, with its wonderful atmosphere, popular sailing and watersports, all complemented by an eclectic array of boutiques and restaurants.

Configured on three storeys, this beautiful building offers a residence of timeless splendour. Two apartments on each floor each boast an open-plan living area with a separate utility room and wet room; three double bedrooms (one en-suite) and a kitchen replete with quartz tops and high-end appliances. The whole complex has then been wrapped within landscaped gardens, including a communal sitting out area, pond and lawn.

With holiday letting, short-term letting and full-time occupancy permitted, coupled with underfloor heating and a 10-year building warranty everything has been thoroughly considered.

Although the development won’t be available for habitation until early autumn, the apartments have proved such a pull that every one has been sold in advance, leading to the conclusion that the strength of the

coastal Cornish market combined with a legacy design has set a new standard in apartment architectural style.

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With their fingers truly on the pulse, we ask the Kitchen Kit team for their insights into the latest kitchen trends for 2022.

s the centre of our day-to-day lives at home, a place for us to come together to cook, eat, and meet with friends, the kitchen is the beating heart of the home for many of us. With this in mind, it only makes sense that it not only looks the part, but functions in exactly the way we need it to so that life, at least in the kitchen, feels effortless.

In the spirit of dream kitchens for 2022, we’ve been in touch with the team over at Kitchen Kit Ltd for their professional insights into the styles and trends we can expect to see for the coming year.

Let there be light Kitchens of old were known for their stark, almost industrial lighting. While it’s good to be able to see what you’re cooking, as the modern kitchen has morphed into a sociable space rather than just a food prep area the trend in lighting has become subtler. If you think about it, a kitchen is likely to be the most expensive room in the house and so deserves lighting that ticks both the function and aesthetic boxes. Of course, task lighting is essential but this can be mixed with statement pendants, wall lights or recessed strips. Dimmable and colour changing lights will also be fashionable for 2022.

Under your feet Flooring is an important consideration in a kitchen space, and can take up to 7% of your budget so it needs to fit for purpose. There is going to be a lot of foot traffic in a kitchen, so your floor will need to handle daily wear and tear. Kitchen floors are also likely to be prone to spills so whichever flooring you choose it needs to be easy to clean. Vinyl has been a popular choice of kitchen floor for decades.

Modern, engineered vinyl is available as planks which are incredibly versatile, waterproof and cost-effective. Tiles are also very durable and are available in numerous patterns and colours. A hardwood floor is a more traditional option, but will need to be treated to ensure a waterproof finish.

Reclaimed wood flooring and sustainable hardwoods are also an environmentally friendly option.

Pull up a seat Once you’ve planned out your dream kitchen, it’s important to consider where you will sit to eat. Whether that be at a breakfast bar or around a table, chairs or stools need to be comfortable, functional and stylish and your dining table needs to sit and work well within the space. Is your dining table somewhere that

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the whole family will gather every day or is it a special occasion table? This will affect whether you opt for a durable, easy-to-clean finish or something with more of a wow factor. Will it double up as a desk? In which case, it will need to be hard-wearing and have enough space to accommodate home workers and homework doers! Shape is also key – a round or oval table will take up less space while rectangular tables look great with bench seating.

On the surface When it comes to kitchen surfaces this year, stone is definitely going to figure high on the trend list. It’s both practical, stylish and hard wearing, and should be the go-to surface for any budding pastry chef as it stays nice and cold. Marble offers unique veining so you know your worktop will be one of a kind. Quartz is an excellent option if you are looking for a wider colour choice, and for a Cornish kitchen granite is perfect as it will also be in keeping with the local vernacular.

Stone worktops aren’t the cheapest option, but they are a wise investment due to their combination of function and longevity.

Don’t fly off the handle!

Handleless kitchens will remain highly sought-after in 2022. You might be asking yourself, what exactly is a handless kitchen and why would I benefit from one? A true handless kitchen, such as Kitchen Kit’s ranges from Nobilia and Ballerina will have grooves in the actual carcasses of the kitchens that allow you to open the doors from either the top or the side. The benefits are many, not least the minimalist look you will achieve due to the smooth unbroken lines of the doors. A handleless kitchen can also take up less space, often with the effect of making a small kitchen look bigger and less cluttered, and there are no knobs or handles to clean or get caught up on!

 ABOVE A bold splash of colour  INSET The heart of the home

To find out more and to get your dream kitchen underway, why not book a showroom appointment with the Kitchen Kit experts?

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s a family-run Cornish business, HBH Woolacotts take social responsibility seriously and are committed to minimising and reducing their impact on the environment.

As such, the team have been busy steering the company in a greener direction, and we’ve taken a look at the admirable steps they’ve taken to reach their eco goals.

In-house recycling HBH Woolacotts have their own recycling plant which, following investments over the last 10 years, currently includes three bailers and compacting machines. The machines mean that all cardboard, polystyrene and soft plastic can be processed to create high-quality bails which are then sent to recycling plants for further processing to ultimately be re-used.

Eco-friendly infrastructure Over the last 10 years HBH Woolacotts have invested in their shops and buildings to make them more sustainable, incorporating things like large solar panel installations in Plymouth and Bude with plans for more in the very near future. Other recent investments include a brand-new paperless delivery system in 2021 which saves paper, fuel and time as well as giving customers a much more efficient service.

Product recycling and disposal HBH Woolacotts work with Collectrical, a Plymouth based Community Interest Company, to manage Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

Collectrical have a zerolandfill policy and specialise in refurbishing and recycling old and unwanted electrical products.

While a lot of old products are beyond repair and are stripped down for parts and scrap, many can be refurbished and are then donated to vulnerable people and families within the local community.

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Energy efficient products HBH Woolacotts are also committed to helping customers find the best and most efficient products.

Not only do they stock the latest eco-friendly appliances from the industry’s leading brands but the staff are also continuously trained to help and understand the latest technologies and how they can improve running costs and make real savings.

When it comes to making the right choice for the environment, and finding new ways forward that don’t cost the earth (literally), HBH Woolacotts have got it covered. To find out more, and for all your electrical appliance needs, make sure to get in touch with the friendly team to 'Go Green' with HBH Woolacotts.

 LEFT An in-house recycling programme ensures the responsible management of waste

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THIN AIR With a new government grant available, we talk to renewable heating experts at GreenGenUK about the benefits of an air source heat pump.

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ith recent rises in electricity and gas prices, and more set for later in the year, we are all looking for ways of how to save on our heating and hot water bills.

The government has announced that they are to provide homeowners with a £5,000 grant towards the upfront costs of replacing their fossil fuel boiler with an air source heat pump through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, with the aim to reduce the UK’s carbon emissions, our dependency on fossil fuels and exposure to global price hikes.

This form of renewable heating is both better for the environment and cheaper to run, but how does it work? Surely, you can’t produce heat out of thin air?

Actually, it appears you can. A fan draws air through the unit, which keeps an internal refrigerant gas cooler than the external air temperature. When the air passes over the gas its temperature rises; the refrigerant gas is then compressed and the refrigeration process causes an upgrade in the heat, which then passes through a heat exchanger and is distributed around your property.

An air source heat pump is capable of providing both space heating and hot water and the process of upgrading the heat energy stored in the air means these heat pumps can

be more than 400% efficient. Add to that the fact that an air source heat pump can reduce the average heating bill by as much as 50% and it becomes a very attractive proposition.

One homeowner from Polperro, whose property spans three storeys, is ahead of the curve and is already reaping the benefits of the installation of a Mitsubishi Ecodan 11.2kW Heat Pump and had this to say of GreenGenUK: "We have been very impressed with the way Shaun, George and Ben have worked over the past three days, transforming our house from an oil heated dinosaur to an electrically heated house courtesy of an air source heat pump.

The radiators feel, if anything, a little warmer than they were when heated by oil which was a pleasant surprise.”

So, what are you waiting for? Now is a great time to swap to a more efficient heating system or replace an ageing boiler ahead of winter.

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Estuary Textiles is a small shop in Wadebridge stocking a wide range of materials and fabrics from across the decades and around the world.

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nside this textile emporium you will find a collection of antique quilts, including those stitched in America during the Depression Era from feedsack cottons, as well as those made closer to home by Victorian ladies a century and a half ago, from silk and velvet. There is an extensive range of 19th century French home-loomed linen sheets and nightshirts, too; the sheets are of a beautiful quality and wonderful to work with. The nightshirts, meanwhile, make superb frocks – good to know with summer just around the corner!

Materials collected from around the world add a global influence to the Wadebridge shop. These are transformed into cushions and lampshades by a member of the team based in Padstow. Lampshades can be made from Kuba cloth which is sourced from the Congo – woven from raffia, dyed with mud pigments and decoratively stitched with cowries, making for a wonderful, textural addition to any home.

Cushions, meanwhile, have been made with traditionally woven Kutnu silk from Turkey, edged in pleated fabric from the Hill Tribes of Northern Vietnam.

As well as all of this you’ll find brightly coloured furnishing materials featuring

striking compositions from the post-war women designers who came to prominence in the Festival of Britain era, plus beautiful patterns by artists who were commissioned to design fabrics in the early 1960s. More contemporary designs, meanwhile, are chosen for the quality of both fabric and illustrative style.

Estuary Textiles welcomes a range of customers as wide as the items it stocks, from young people just learning to sew, to fashion and textile students from local colleges, to keen stitchers and professional makers and artists. For those who want to create their own items, Estuary offers a custom cutting service, minimising waste and expense by selling cuts of material that are precisely the size and shape you require.

There is also an extensive selection of threads and remnants for textile art, and the team will happily work with you to curate the selection that meets both your needs and your budget.

Whatever your project, you are bound to find something to suit at Estuary Textiles, so be sure to pop in and see what’s in store!

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Whether you have a home in Cornwall that you use yourself or you offer to others, there’s a way you can support a much-loved local charity.

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ver wondered how you can give back to the Cornish community that offers you such a warm a welcome when you visit?

Well, next time you’re updating your holiday home think of donating your preloved items to Cornwall Hospice Care. The charity cares for and supports terminally ill adults and their families during the most difficult of times at its two hospices – St Julia’s in Hayle and Mount Edgcumbe in St Austell – and through its community service projects. One of the ways the charity raises funds is by selling on donated furniture through its network of charity shops across the county.

Donating that sun-faded sofa or last season’s rug will help fund vital end-of-life and bereavement services for the community of Cornwall. You’ll also be helping to protect the area by finding new homes for the dining table that your family has outgrown or the lamp that doesn’t match the new theme, rather than sending them to landfill.

The charity offers a free collection service that you can book online. Donations just need to be in a good enough condition to sell on and have any required fire safety labels. Without these the charity can’t legally sell them and would have to pay to dispose of the items.

So, next time you’re taking in the beauty of the rugged Cornish coastline, exploring the county’s rich history or eating fresh scones (jam first of course!), just remember what you can do to support the local community that calls Cornwall home.

Cornwall Hospice Care has furniture shops in Penryn, Truro, St Austell and Wadebridge and will come and collect the donated items from your holiday home. Just pop online and book your collection in advance. They are also great places to browse if you are looking for a quirky gift or to upcycle any furniture for your own use.

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Cornish Horizons, part of Original Cottages, are one of Cornwall’s leading holiday cottage agencies, and after three decades in the business they know what gives properties that extra pulling power. With dedicated local property experts backed by a recognisable national brand, they are able to offer you the best of both worlds, from high-impact marketing to local personal service and property maintenance solutions.

CORNISH HORIZONS Fore Street, Porthleven TR13 9HL 0800 3689550 lettings.cornwall@originalcottages.co.uk www.cornishhorizons.co.uk Find more like this: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Preparations are well under way at John Bray Cornish Holidays for the busy summer season ahead.

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DID YOU KNOW? On 12th April, the John Bray Cornish Holidays team raised over £1,000 to support Port Isaac Breakwaters by rowing 164km – the equivalent distance of Land’s End to Port Isaac – in just 9 hours, on rowing machines outside of their office!

DISCOVER MORE… If you are thinking of letting for the first time or changing agents, the John Bray Cornish Holidays New Property team would be delighted to give you an honest appraisal of your property’s rental potential, as well as advice on their property management options. Call them today on 01208 863206.

his summer, Cornwall looks set to be another major player in the list of top UK holiday destinations.

With the crystal-clear waters and clean sandy beaches of Cornwall’s coastline regarded by many as being on a par with the Mediterranean, its unsurprising that John Bray Cornish Holidays is still seeing incredible demand for staycations, with occupancy for the peak weeks already over 80%.

At John Bray Cornish Holidays they have been busy preparing for the season ahead, as well as actively looking to add new properties to their portfolio. Jess Holman, General Manager, explains: “As an agency, our ethos is to provide our property owners with unrivalled service, taking any hassle out of holiday letting. From taking meter readings to helping guests work appliances, our local team go above and beyond to provide an extra level of care, managing all of the operational complexities involved in running a holiday home, so our owners don’t have to.”

She continues: “Ensuring we have a strong team in place to facilitate this is fundamental, so we are delighted to have welcomed a wealth of new locally based staff to join our maintenance, housekeeping and owner relations teams in our Rock and Port Isaac offices – strengthening our already impressive

service offering. Our team has also been carrying out a wealth of jobs to ensure our properties are in premium condition for the months ahead. Preparing properties like this will help facilitate smooth, problem-free holidays for our guests.”

However, at John Bray Cornish Holidays, the preparations go beyond the physical tasks ‘on the ground’. Now part of the Sykes Cottages family, owners benefit from the best of both worlds – a locally based knowledgeable team, combined with the resources of a national company, including dedicated teams analysing the market and trends, intuitive pricing systems and an eight-figure marketing budget!

This combination means properties let with John Bray Cornish Holidays are in the best position for maximum bookings and income.

So, whether you are looking to let your holiday home for just a few weeks a year, or are aiming to gain maximum bookings to reach your full income potential, John Bray Cornish Holidays would love to hear from you.

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These stunning islands are fringed with sandy secluded beaches and criss-crossed with miles of trails and paths. Life here moves at a slower, more natural pace. Ramble from the beach to an artisan bar and enjoy slow cooked,

local food or watch grey seals playing in the crystal clear ocean. Every single moment is one for you to delight in and remember.

Travel to the islands by Skybus from Land’s End or Exeter airport or sail on the Scillionian from Penzance and spend the day just taking it easy.

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magine owning your very own five-star luxury holiday retreat on Cornwall’s magnificent north-west coast. Now imagine your holiday retreat generating a potential income of up to £21,000. Sound too good to be true? Well, it’s not with Gwel an Mor’s designer eco-lodges.

Situated just a 15-minute walk from the sandy shores of Portreath Beach, Gwel an Mor is the jewel in Cornwall’s coastal crown. The cobbled streets of picturesque St Ives are just a stone’s throw away, as is Cornwall’s small but perfectly formed capital city, Truro. And of course there are beaches aplenty; some of the county’s finest stretches of sand are just a short drive away, including Godrevy, Porthtowan and Fistral. However, with resort facilities such as archery, tennis, golf, fishing and a wellbeing spa, it’s a wonder how owners manage to peel themselves away.

Gwel an Mor’s eco-lodges are no less impressive. Exquisitely designed, each stunning retreat boasts a generous array of state-of-the-art designer features, from atmospheric mood lighting, woodburners

and instantaneous hot-water taps, to sliding doors onto a sun deck and a plasma TV at the foot of the bath. The pièce de résistance has to be the outdoor hot tub – the perfect spot to luxuriate under a starry sky.

The benefits of owners letting their lodge are undeniable. Open 52 weeks a year, just 32 letting breaks can cover running costs, letting management fees, housekeeping services, hot tub cleans and generate a potential income of £21,000. The cherry on top? A fully managed premier letting service from Gwel an Mor itself.

It’s safe to say Gwel an Mor’s five-star retreat is an extremely tempting option for those who crave the luxury holiday lifestyle.

Close to Cornwall’s main transport links, the location boasts the best of both worlds, ensuring owners and guests alike can get there easily, while still feeling a million miles away from day-to-day life.

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TAKEN CARE OF St Ives based holiday lettings agent launches into spring with a fresh, new look!

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fter 22 years in the holiday industry and ten years spent running Escape to St Ives holiday letting agency, owners Louise and John Bryan felt it was time for a change – the creation of a new brand that reflects not only where they’ve come from, but where they are heading to.

Well known for their exceptional housekeeping standards, attention to detail and personal touch, this family run business began with only a few properties.

Today, customers can choose from over 100 properties, ranging from penthouse apartments overlooking St Ives harbour, to picturesque cottages and larger townhouses with stunning sea views. And the portfolio is growing…

“We are always on the lookout for beautiful holiday homes to put on our books,” says Louise, “so that we can keep our loyal customer base engaged and ensure perfect holiday experiences year on year.”

Recently, however, due to the increasing popularity of Cornwall as a holiday

destination and St Ives, in particular, Escape to St Ives have been encouraged to search slightly further afield from its base. “With an increasing number of properties coming into the holiday property market from beyond our usual territory, it got us thinking about where we might be in another ten years’ time.”

Of course, it’s never an easy task – to transition from a well-established and loved brand into a new one – however Louise and John felt that the time was right, and so the brand-new name, Cornish Escapes, is a fittingly natural evolution, reflecting the company’s roots and the future it is mapping out for itself. As John puts it: “We’ve enjoyed organic growth over the past ten years, but planning ahead, it’s inevitable that we will be looking to new horizons and expanding further into Cornwall. It’s really exciting to be evolving and moving our business forward with this new brand.”

Like so many businesses within the travel and tourism sector, the Bryans’ business didn’t escape the impact of Covid,

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particularly the first wave. “It was a really challenging time,” says Louise, who talks about the period with mixed emotion. “We were all pushed well outside of our comfort zones but we pulled together. It also made us update some of our own systems and processes, and we are operating even more efficiently now.” Reinvesting back into the business is an important part of the Bryans’ philosophy; they really do want the business to go from strength to strength over the coming years. They see its value in providing employment in the local area – not just to their core team, but the local businesses that support them, too. What’s more, they hope that their two children – Connor and Chloe – will one day become a big part of the company’s ongoing success in the future.

Connor himself is very excited by the development of the company and has been closely involved in the creation of the new brand: “I’ve really enjoyed being a part of the whole rebranding process. I believe that this new look puts us exactly where we want to be, both now and in the future.”

That said, whilst their fresh new look

symbolises an exciting new chapter for the company as ‘Cornish Escapes’, the team, values and excellent service that have, for a decade, underpinned the company’s success and made them exceptionally popular with visitors and owners, remains very much the same.

As a very hands-on, family run business, the Bryans and their close-knit team of 13 take immense pride in delivering an excellent service. All of the housekeeping services are managed in-house with individual checks carried out between bookings. Available 24 hours a day, the team are always on standby for calls from owners and visitors alike. “The friendly team are efficient and organised and nothing is too much trouble,” says one owner. “Their knowledge and experience are invaluable when setting up a holiday cottage and they offer the full package, including the best cleaning service ever!”

Visitors, too, are never short of praise for the team, who are repeatedly hailed as friendly, helpful and always on hand, providing peace of mind when staying with Cornish Escapes. No surprise then that with their new name and look now launching, with decades of experience in the industry and such rave reviews flooding in from clients past and present, the Bryans themselves have their own peace of mind as they embark on the next phase of their journey.

With a company mantra that says ‘Relax, it’s all taken care of’, if you’re about to plan your next escape to beautiful Cornwall, or are thinking about renting your Cornish retreat, be sure to visit the new Cornish Escapes website to find out more.

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John, Chloe, Connor and Louise (left to right)

CORNISH ESCAPES

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ESCAPE

Surrounded by countryside and built on a piece of Cornish history, Kilminorth offers the ultimate sanctuary.

ABOVE   Bringing you the best mix of old and new

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estled within 32 acres of rolling countryside, beautiful woodlands and just minutes away from the coast, this ancient manor farm is the perfect location to get away from it all.

Plus, Kilminorth is proud to be dog-friendly, so your four-legged friends are also very welcome to come with you.

Each of the 14 cottages have been sympathetically restored and merge modern amenities with heritage features.

Many also boast their own private outdoor hot tub, gorgeous gardens and sun terraces.

It’s the ideal location for a romantic weekend away, quality time with friends or family, or a more adventurous exploration of south east Cornwall.

If you prefer to stay local, Polperro and Looe can be reached in just five to ten minutes by car. Both are a great choice for food lovers and those looking to immerse themselves in history and culture. Further afield, Kilminorth isn’t too far from the Eden Project, Lanhydrock House & Gardens or Golitha Falls – all of which are well worth a visit.

Plus, when you return home, there’s still plenty to do. Explore the wildflower meadows with your pooch, take a dip in the outdoor heated swimming pool in the

summer months, or maybe even catch a game of tennis. There’s also a superb seasonal bar with local suppliers of ales and ciders; plenty of choice if you fancy a little tipple one evening.

Kilminorth encapsulates understated luxury at its finest. There’s great care and attention wherever you look, from the perfectly landscaped gardens and grounds, to the hand-picked, quirky details that give each cottage so much personality. They’re so unique, you’ll want to come back again and experience them all!

You’ll always receive a warm welcome at Kilminorth. In fact, the hosting team is so passionate about what they do that whenever you visit, it’s like returning home to see old friends.

Your next escape is waiting for you. Make sure to get in touch for an experience you’ll never forget.

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The Retreat, Widemouth Bay Widemouth Bay’s two miles of golden sand invites wave-riders, rock-poolers, sunworshippers and sandcastle builders alike. If you prefer your feet on terra firma, then the South West Coast Path offers adventures on foot in both directions. Step back just 400 yards from the ocean and you’ll find The Retreat. Designed for easy holiday living, this modern haven has everything you could ask for when it comes to a coastal escape. Its proximity to the bay, with its well-stocked local shop, means you need not venture far for essentials, allowing more time for fun, frolics and feasting.

The Retreat is a homestay with integrity, whose accommodation is perfectly laid out and beautifully presented. Iroka Design, a leading Cornish interiors company, is responsible for the elegant and understated coastal theme that runs throughout the property. The refreshing combination of functionality and style makes for a holiday home that ticks all the boxes for every guest. The open-plan living and dining area is a sociable space for beginning and ending the day, while bedrooms entice sun-kissed and ocean-weary adventurers to rest their heads and regenerate for the following day’s escapade.

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STAY Two Trezeath, Polzeath Thanks to its contemporary architecture and open atmosphere throughout, Two Trezeath offers a distinct ‘wow’ factor for any family or party of up to eight who stay here. The open-plan living space on the first floor leads out into the garden via bi-folding doors that flood the room with light. In the evenings, kick back and relax in front of the Smart TV, or if the weather’s balmy, step out onto the balcony and relax with a glass of something chilled to hand. For culinary creatives, the kitchen has everything you need to cook up a storm with the area’s abundance of daily caught seafood, local meat and produce, while an eight-seater table makes sociable dinners a delight, perfect for reflecting on the day’s events and planning those of the next.

The bedrooms are all extremely comfortable, not least the master bedroom, with its contemporary ‘Jack and Jill’ shower room and even its own decking!

The main family bathroom, which serves the other bedrooms, is stunning; complete with a shower and a bath, it’s the ideal space for a soak after a long day on the beach.

Add to all of this a private garden that’s great for dining al fresco, plus close proximity to all of the amenities Polzeath has to offer, including galleries, shops and fantastic eateries, and Two Trezeath is a must for any group of up to eight planning their next Cornish escape.

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Sennen Heights, Sennen Cove This coastal bolthole for couples has jaw-dropping, 180-degree views over Sennen Cove and lies just minutes on foot from Sennen’s long stretch of sandy beach and charming harbour. Set into the rugged hillside and facing seaward, guests can idle away their days relaxing as they soak up the views that, on clear days, even encapsulate the Isles of Scilly! Alternatively, why not pop into Sennen and discover what this traditional Cornish fishing village has to offer? With a pub, café, beachside restaurant, fish and chip shop, art gallery and convenience store, all of the amenities you’re likely to need are on hand.

For water babies, surf lessons are available, or for those hoping to explore the nearby waterways, why not hire a boat and explore the coast from the water? Sennen Heights lies just moments from the South West Coast Path, opening up a world of exploring opportunities for those who like to lace up their boots, and because the property is dog-friendly, it’s the ultimate escape for canine companions, too! Why not walk around to Land’s End, or discover the incredible sands of Porthcurno? Alternatively, book tickets for a show at the iconic Minack and watch the action of the theatre unfold to the dramatic backdrop of the Atlantic.

Providing cosy comfort in which to relax after a day spent exploring Penwith, Sennen Heights is the perfect escape for couples seeking a romantic getaway to one of the most beautiful stretches of the Cornish coast.

01326 573808 www.cornishcottageholidays.co.uk

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•EXPERIENCE• A C OA S TA L A DV E N T U R E W I T H G LO B A L B OA R D E R S With staycations on the rise, Global Boarders are getting ready for another fun packed season in Cornish waters. Global Boarders makes its home at Gwithian Towans, widely regarded as the jewel in St Ives Bay. Gwithian’s three-mile beach is unspoilt by time, with views ‘to the lighthouse’ of Godrevy that inspired Virginia Woolf to write the novel of the same name.

Specialising in small, intimate group and private lessons their team promise no detail is overlooked to ensure an unforgettable surfing experience.

At Global Boarders surfing is not the only activity on the agenda. Coasteering is one of the fastest growing adventure activities for families in the UK, and where better to experience it than from the rugged Cornish coastline? As the exclusive provider of coasteering adventures from Mousehole, the charming coastal village with fame as the home of ‘The Mousehole Cat’.

You can expect to swim with seals, explore ocean caves, float through gullies and challenge yourself to take on rock jumps ranging from 2ft to 25ft! The only limit to this exciting ocean adventure is your imagination.

Family run, Global Boarders offers everything from surfing at Gwithian and Praa Sands and Coasteering at Mousehole, from £45 per person for a 2.5 hour session, to bespoke, week-long private family activity packages.

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By reconnecting us with our food, Trevaskis Farm provides a sustainable solution for those seeking to shop ‘local’.

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DISCOVER MORE If you’re planning a summer of barbeque feasting, the butchers at Trevaskis Farm can help. Be it steaks cut to order, or ready-to-go barbeque boxes containing all the essentials with discount value, you’ll find everything you need to cook up a storm..

DID YOU KNOW? Trevaskis Farm Shop is open every day, 8am to 8pm, perfect if you’re looking for a way in which to ‘opt out’ of the oft-unsustainable supermarket sweep!

ow under the captaincy of brother and sister, Giles and Serena Eustice, Trevaskis Farm is famed for its restaurant, for offering families the chance to immerse themselves in the ‘farm park’ experience, and now, for its on-site farm shop. At the core of the business is a determination to achieve food yards, not miles, but it goes deeper than that. Via the farm shop and butcher’s counter, Trevaskis Farm provides visitors with a viable alternative to the supermarket, reconnecting them with food that has, in many cases, been growing only minutes before purchase. There is a refined focus on ‘local’, too, not only in terms of the produce on the shelves, nor the meat on the butcher’s counter, but in terms of the money spent here and ensuring it’s retained within the local economy. “We specialise in what we do really well,” says Giles, talking about the 100-plus various crops that are grown on-site.

“But we’re really keen to share that wealth out through to our producers and let them do what they do really well, too.”

On the butcher’s counter, which is led by longtime Head Butcher and master of his craft, Peter Davis, Giles explains that the approach is very much the same as that of the wider farm; to remove the disconnected relationship that, as a society, we have tended towards in recent decades. “Our butchery is very traditional, the kind of which is increasingly rare nowadays.

Here, you’ll see meat in its true splendour, cuts on the bone, and what we want to encourage is for visitors to communicate with the friendly

team behind the counter and learn about the products they’re buying. If you come in and talk to us, chat through what you want to do, you’ll be amazed at what you can learn. It’s not an intimidating environment here.”

On the counter, you’ll find the native South Devon Breed beef – a product that has a huge following and on which Trevaskis Farm has been able to hang its hat. You'll also find British Lop pork, a rare breed for whom Giles chairs the society that’s dedicated to protecting its lineage. In fact, the Trevaskis drove goes back in the family for generations, and anybody who’s tried it, be it in the restaurant or from the butcher’s counter, will understand why it’s garnered such a following among discerning Cornish foodies!

In short, Trevaskis Farm is the embodiment of what more and more families have been searching for in recent times – a way in which to shop sustainably, affordably and, perhaps most importantly, in a way that supports the farmers, producers and makers that underpin Cornwall’s culinary spirit.

 MAIN Everything you need to replenish your cupboards  ABOVE The native South Devon Breed of beef  INSET The Butchery team, led by Peter Davis

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Gwinear Road, Connor Downs, Hayle TR27 5JQ 01209 713931 www.trevaskisfarm.co.uk Find more like this: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Introducing Mainbrace: evoking, in a bottle, the very essence of the sea.

DID YOU KNOW? Mainbrace has also recently announced a partnership with Saskia Tidey and Freya Black, an Olympic sailing duo who will be competing at the next Olympic Games.

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ainbrace is a family-owned spirits brand based in Helford Passage, Cornwall. The idea for Mainbrace was born on a summer’s day, where a father and his sons were watching the local gig rowers celebrate a win after a race.

Inspired by their surroundings and the spirit of courage, teamwork and friendship, they decided to bottle the moment by creating their own Cornish spirits company.

As a brand based in Cornwall, the sea is at the heart of everything Mainbrace does, inspiring the brand’s range of spirits, which include Mainbrace Premium Golden Rum, Mainbrace Navy Strength Rum, and the recently launched Mainbrace Cornish Dry Gin. When asked about the brand’s ethos, Richard Haigh, Co-Founder of Mainbrace, commented: “When launching Mainbrace Premium Golden Rum, we really wanted to put a modern spin on the traditional maritime aspect of rum to attract a new contemporary audience into the category.

In doing so, we aim to evoke the essence of the sea and ethos of maritime life with every sip, encouraging people to come together to celebrate their victories, no matter how big or small.”

Unsurprisingly, the name Mainbrace itself hails from maritime traditions, born from the naval phrase ‘splice the mainbrace’. In the days of sail, the main mast of a ship was steadied, or braced, with a thick rope called the mainbrace. Due to its importance, it was

often targeted by enemy fire in the heat of a battle, meaning that a brave team of sailors had to repair it by splicing the rope back together to save the ship.

As a reward for successfully achieving this titanic task, the captain would order the ship’s purser to issue a double ration (or tot) of rum or gin to the brave team as a toast to victory. Today, the phrase ‘splice the mainbrace’ has inevitably become a naval euphemism for a celebration and is always accompanied by a toast to ‘the Queen – God bless her!’.

The naval connections don’t stop there for Mainbrace, who continue to work with sustainable, transparent suppliers such as Flexi-Hex packaging, which allows the brand to contribute towards improving the health of the oceans. This year, Mainbrace will be supporting Clean Ocean Sailing, a charity that was founded with the aim of cleaning up the coasts and oceans sustainably under sail and raising awareness about ocean plastics.

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At Heart, Smoke & Soal, the mission is simple: to transform every client’s unique outdoor space.

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eart, Smoke & Soal understand that outdoor cooking means something different to everyone. Some are cooking only for their family, while others are catering for all of their friends.

What can also make a difference, is the kind of food you like to prepare. It could be that, in your family, you have a pizza night once a week, in which case a purpose-built, wood-fired oven from Alfa Forni or DeliVita could be just the kit you need to bring that authentic taste of Italy into your garden. For others, nothing beats the savoury scent of food sizzling on the grill as you stand at the centre of the party, apron on and drink to hand, serving up a veritable feast to your guests.

Let’s say you’ve decided to go for a traditional barbeque-style set-up. If the convenience of gas is more your style, then a three, four or five-burner barbeque from BeefEater could be the solution you’re looking for, available freestanding or as a built-in unit.

Alternatively, if you’re feeding the masses, then why not consider a complete outdoor kitchen from Fire Magic? Offering a premium range of outdoor kitchens, barbeques and accessories that are the very epitome of outdoor living luxury, with grills, pizza ovens and a whole range of other appliances to completely customise your outdoor space, Fire Magic promises to take your cooking and entertaining ability to the next level.

Perhaps you’re among those who believe there is nothing quite like the smoky flavour of charcoal. If this sounds like you, then let us

introduce you to Primo and welcome you into the fold of ceramic grilling!

Ceramic, or ‘Kamado’, style grills are perhaps the most versatile. Their unique heat and moisture retention properties make them the equipment of choice for outdoor cooks who want the option to grill, bake, roast and smoke, across an entire spectrum of temperatures, without the need for different appliances. They’re incredibly efficient too, in fact, at temperatures of 150°F, you can cook for hours on end without the need to refuel!

Even once you’ve settled on your appliances, you will only have scratched the surface of what Heart, Smoke & Soal can offer as, both online and in-store, there is a whole plethora of accessories available to help raise your outdoor dining game. This means that whether you left your tongs out in the rain last winter and need some new utensils, are after a cosy Atlantic Blanket under which to snuggle as the sun sets, or wish to try one of an incredible range of smoking woods, spice blends and rubs to elevate your food to the next level, you’ll find everything you need to transform your garden into a culinary hub for you and those you love this summer.

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DID YOU KNOW ‘Kamado’ is a Japanese word that literally translates as ‘place for the cauldron’.

A kamado is a traditional Japanese wood- or charcoalfuelled stove, however, the origins of the clay-cooking concept date as far back as 3,000 years to China!

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We talk with Jude Kereama, our foodie Guest Editor, about seasonality within Cornwall’s culinary scene.

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ornwall continues to grow in popularity for its ocean lifestyle that is just a little bit different to the rest of the UK. The pace is gentler, for one, and if you had the choice between the urban surrounds of the city and the shimmering coast of Cornwall, where would you really rather be? But it’s more than that.

In the city, the weather doesn’t play as much of a part in the day-to-day lives of those who live there, which in many respects is a good thing. In Cornwall, however, the landscape and life within it is very much guided by the seasons, from the emergence of spring annuals in March, to the russet tinge of the trees in autumn as their leaves make the annual fall.

Nowhere is Cornwall’s seasonality more apparent – or, in fact, important – than in the county’s culinary scene. In our latest foodie insight from Jude Kereama, owner and founder of Kota and Kota Kai in Porthleven, and four-time star of the BBC’s Great British Menu, he offers his view on the seasons in Cornwall and how they affect and influence the flourishing foodie scene here.

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The first thing to say, is that seasonality is a massive factor in all of Jude’s cooking, and therefore an important part of the running of his restaurants. “By cooking with the seasons,” he says, “we are cooking with the freshest ingredients that are at their peak of flavour. It also means that it’s more cost-effective as it will also be plentiful and locally sourced.”

Jude, who loves to forage, explains that seasonality has a big impact on the ingredients he can forage from the local landscape, too. “Right now, there are plenty of ingredients to forage such as wild garlic, nettles, sea herbs and seaweeds,” he explains. In fact, spring is Jude’s favourite season. “After a long winter, it is always great to see the change of the season; the colour palate of food turns into a sea of greens, with lots of meats and fish coming into season to match. It also sees the return of asparagus, wild garlic, nettles, watercress, spinach, purple sprouting broccoli, samphire, new potatoes, sea purslane, sorrel and seaweeds.” To match these seasonal vegetables and herbs, Jude draws on meat and fish like lamb, wood pigeon, sea trout, crab, salmon, langoustine, mackerel and all sorts of other seafood. In short, it’s an exciting time to eat at Kota!

As a Cornish chef, while Jude loves to forage ingredients where and when he can, he is also able to rely on some amazing suppliers. After all, it’s our producers, farmers and fishermen that underpin Cornwall’s exceptional culinary reputation,

so why wouldn’t he draw on their expertise?

“We are so lucky to have so many amazing producers here in Cornwall, and I only ever deal with the best ingredients that they can get at the time.” Like other chefs around Cornwall, Jude and his teams are only ever as good as the ingredients they’re supplied with. “This is why it’s so important that we have a close working relationship with our suppliers to make sure we are all striving to be the best we can be.”

When asked about the need to keep food miles down, and whether he thinks more restaurants and chefs around the county are choosing to ‘roll’ with the seasons and use what’s naturally available at any given time of year, Jude’s answer is an interesting one. “We talk about the importance of seasonality, but in reality, there are more than four seasons in a food calendar,” he explains. “Ingredients all peak at different times and so we tend to change ingredients on our menu according to availability.” He compares it to ‘micro-management’ within the seasons, which he says “ensures that we are using the best from our local growers and cutting down our food miles”.

KOTA KAI

Celtic House, The Shipyard, Porthleven, Helston TR13 9JY 01326 727707 www.kotakai.co.uk Find more like this: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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BEACH FARM CAFÉ & YARD Polzeath, Carruan PL27 6QU 01208 869584 www.beachfarmyard.co.uk Find more like this: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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The ethos at Wild Tipi has always been to create incredible memories and beautiful events immersed in nature.

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nowing how much being outdoors surrounded by the natural environment had helped them and their children, Wild Tipi founders, Sam and Tim, sought to share this with others. Today, through their incredible tipis, they are able to share the magic of the great outdoors with clients hoping to make their event spectacular. “As adults, we often forget to play,” says Sam, “but you can’t help feeling a sense of wonder and childlike glee whilst staring up at one of these incredible structures! They seem to bring the best out in everyone, and that sense of gathering to feast, talk, laugh, love and enjoy – these are all simple pleasures that make the best of any day.

Over the years, Sam, Tim and the team have worked hard to offer products that are mindful of the natural environment.

Their tipis have all been purchased from a UK based supplier that works hard to ensure their products are not only the highest quality, but are sustainable, too.

All tipi poles are made of sustainably sourced English pine and spruce, and the business is part of the Forestry Stewardship Council, meaning that new trees are planted for each one felled. What’s more, the incredible tipis blend into the natural environment beautifully, and can be put up and taken down with very little trace.

The team have also been working to reduce

their carbon footprint, making decisions based on their environmental impact and reducing waste wherever possible. “For example,” says Sam, “last year we switched from single-use cable ties to Velcro ones where possible. We also use natural rope for installations and decorations, and even offer couples a recycling package to help them minimise their wedding waste.” In fact, Sam, Tim and co. are constantly on the lookout for ways in which to further reduce their footprint, which, next year, will include limiting the number of miles they travel out of county. “As the business grows and grows it would be easy to keep expanding further afield,” says Tim, “but we have everything we need right here in Cornwall. If we do go out of county, we will be working hard with our couples to offset our carbon footprint.”

In short, if you’re planning your dream wedding in Cornwall and are looking for a team that can not only provide you with a fairytale venue in a location of your choice, but that can do so at minimum cost to the environment, then be sure to contact Wild Tipi!

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1. THE COWHOUSE GALLERY

Showcasing local artists and art galleries 2. ATISHOO GALLERY

Charlestown Harbour by Susan Cooper Atishoo Gallery is a family business with a fantastic selection of original paintings and prints, many produced by owners Liz Hackney and Paul Clark. The gift shop also sells pottery, glassware, jewellery, art cards and homewares. Atishoo can be found in a pretty courtyard opposite the old Charlestown Methodist Chapel. Liz and Paul also have an onsite bespoke picture framing workshop. Please see the website for opening times.

Marazion Murmuration

by Lee Stevenson

Situated in the picturesque coastal village of Perranuthnoe, the Cowhouse Gallery is run entirely by a group of local artists and craftspeople, offering a wide range of original pieces including paintings, ceramics, jewellery, glass and more! Make sure to pay the gallery a visit, which is open daily, summer hours 10am to 5pm.

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

71 CHARLESTOWN ROAD, CHARLESTOWN, ST AUSTELL PL25 3NL 01726 65900 | www.atishoogallery.co.uk

3. FUSED GLASS BY CLAIRE HARRIS Nearly Home Trees by Claire Harris

UNIT 8, THE MARKET HOUSE, MARKET HILL, ST AUSTELL PL25 5QB 07719 321348 www.fusedglassbyclaireharris.co.uk

Situated in the historic Market House in St Austell, Claire draws inspiration for her fused glass art from the natural beauty of the Cornish coast and countryside. Her designs include sea scenes, agapanthus scenes, engine houses as well as the iconic ‘Nearly Home Trees’ and many more. All of the glass art is made on-site by Claire and her shop also sells local pottery, jewellery, prints and cards. Open 10am to 4pm, Monday to Saturday.

5. PENLEE HOUSE GALLERY & MUSEUM

Waiting for the Boats (detail)

by Walter Langley Born in Birmingham, Walter Langley is known as the ‘pioneer of the Newlyn School’, being the first of the Newlyn School artists to settle in the village.

Like many of his fellow Newlyn artists, he spent time in Brittany and Holland before settling in Cornwall. Although Langley was an accomplished painter in oils, he mainly painted in watercolour, often on a large scale.

He portrayed scenes of everyday life in a small fishing village, highlighting the hardships and tragedies that were commonplace. The exhibition, ‘Walter Langley: Painting Between the Tides’, runs from 25th May until 1st October.

4. COAST COLOUR CANVAS GALLERY Beach Café by Janet Golden

Located on the Lizard peninsula and close to the south Cornwall coast, Coast Colour Canvas Gallery is where you can meet and view the art of guest creators along with resident artists Fiona Foster, Jenny Field and Janet Golden. Janet Golden explains: “In my oil paintings I want to work big but with acrylic I like to go small and paint glimpses.” The resident artists’ show is from 28th May to 3rd June.

The gallery is open daily 11am to 4pm.

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6. THE GLASS SHACK

Breaking Wave by Caroline Frith Located in Downderry on the south-east Cornish coast, The Glass Shack is a working studio and gallery where owner, Caroline, creates unique pieces of glass art, perfect for your home or as an individual gift for that special someone. Each piece is designed and handmade from start to finish by Caroline,

with much of her work inspired by the beautiful coastline and marine environment on her doorstep – incorporating colour and texture to reflect her surroundings’ organic, natural beauty. Caroline also accepts commissions and runs workshops, enabling anyone to experience the delight of creating their very own piece of glass.

07747 602820 | www.theglass-shack.co.uk

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7. WAVE 7 GALLERY

Land of Riches by Alan Stratford Exhibiting contemporary art and crafts, Wave 7 Gallery hosts a stunning array of work alongside frequent exhibitions by some incredible artists. Perfect for anybody who appreciates art across an array of mediums, the exhibition schedule at Wave 7 is constantly evolving, featuring artists from a multitude of disciplines, along with a new virtual tour on the website. Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm.

17 POLMORLA WALK, WADEBRIDGE PL27 7NS 01208 880605 | www.wave7gallery.com

8. JESSICA THOMAS ARTWORKS

Collage Mackerel by Jessica Thomas

9. VINCENT BASHAM Evening Sparkle

by Vincent Basham

Vincent has a purpose-built studio in Wadebridge adjacent to his home. It has far reaching views over the Camel Estuary and is open from 10am until 4pm daily (but these hours can be flexible).

He takes his inspiration for his seascape paintings from the wonderful Cornish coast and is happy to take on commissions or reproduce any of his paintings from his website. Exhibition dates for 2022 are from 19th to 27th May, 10th to 17th July, and 15th to 31st August, all at the Padstow Institute, Cornwall PL28 8AB.

Jessica captures her love of wildlife from the garden to the sea, using a diverse range of techniques including paper cut, lino print and collage. This ‘Collage Mackerel’ comes framed and was created using recycled guitar strings, workbook acetate, bike handlebar tape and bike inner tube. Her online shop has a beautiful range of work featuring greetings cards, small gifts, prints and original artwork.

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07836 244983 | vince@vincentbasham.co.uk | www.vincentbasham.co.uk

10. SUSY WARD CERAMICS Discover amazing pottery, stunning bespoke tableware and much more when you visit Susy Ward in her Redruth studio: “When I’m hungry I tend to make bowls, when I’m really hungry I make big bowls.” Whether you are in the market for some original tableware or would like to know how to make it yourself during her weekly workshops, make sure to send her an e-mail for all the details!

07855102598 (text) susywardg10@yahoo.com www.susywardceramics.com

12. BESPOKE SURF

Handcrafted Home Décor

by Michael Jenkin Taking inspiration from the intrinsic surf culture that lies at the heart of Cornwall, Michael Jenkin, owner and founder of Bespoke Surf, channels this lifestyle into hand-crafted, functional pieces to adorn the home of any wave lover. From full-size

11. DR MARTÍN RASKOVSKY

Purple Reflection by Dr Martín Raskovsky “Ever since I embraced photography at the age of nine I realized that reality captured with camera did not match my feelings. It wasn’t enough to capture a sunset if the image didn’t convey the emotion I felt when shooting. I dark room experimented, modifying reality while enlarging and masking light from negative to photographic paper, a standard method I discovered on my own. Massaging light is a popular dark room technique. Many years later, when digital photography arrived, I did similar manipulations – this time not in the darkroom, but with the aid of a computer. The ideas were the same, the desk tool much richer.” mail@martinr.com | martinraskovsky martin.raskovsky.photography | martinraskovsky www.martinr.com decorative boards to coffee tables, candle holders, wine caddies, and even shelves and mirrors, there’s a little something to suit any corner of your house.

07856 594414 www.bespokesurf.co.uk

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Other upcoming performances at Trebah: A Midsummer Night’s Dream Thursday 21 July, 7pm Friday 22 July, 3pm & 7pm

Oberon and Titania’s marital mayhem unleashes chaos on four young lovers with disastrous and hilarious consequences.

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The Munch Mission

Friday 5 August, 11am & 2pm

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A world famous artwork has gone missing from Oslo National Museum. Work with Agents Kahlo and Dali to solve a fiendishly sneaky art heist. A playable family theatre show, ages 6+.

Inspired by Dickens’ classic novel ‘Great Expectations’, this ground breaking new play dives straight to the heart of literature’s most mysterious heroine, showing how devastating the truth can be in a world built on secrets and lies.

A Room With A View

Friday 2 September, 7.30pm

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On a trip to Florence with her fussy cousin as a chaperone, Lucy Honeychurch encounters the Emersons – a working-class father and son who challenge her to look at the world anew.

Friday 8 July, 7.30pm

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We explore what has made Porthleven’s The Jewellery Workshop so successful over the last ten years.

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s The Jewellery Workshop in Porthleven celebrates a decade spent on the popular fishing port’s harbourside, we wonder what it is exactly that has made this emporium of adornments so popular among locals and visitors alike over the course of ten years.

The first thing to mention is that Clair and Paul’s reputation around Cornwall is undeniable. They are known throughout the county for crafting beautiful, bespoke pieces of jewellery, bringing designs to life that are each as unique as the customers who commission them. Having now been joined by their son David, they are extremely passionate about what they do, believing that jewellery is so much more than precious stones and metals. In fact, the workshop is underpinned by the understanding that jewellery can be bought, or commissioned, for any number of reasons. Whether it’s a gift for a loved one, or the reimagining of a family heirloom to create something that suits the latest beneficiary, they can help, and it doesn’t matter whether you’re remodelling, resizing, recycling or re-designing, they promise to make your experience one that’s both personal and exciting.

“Having someone take the time to understand what you are looking for is just

as important as the making, here at The Jewellery Workshop,” says Paul. “Along with helping customers find new or preloved jewellery, we also love creating unique pieces from family heirlooms – it’s just a lovely way of creating individual pieces that people will cherish for a lifetime.”

It’s no surprise then that visitors to Porthleven return to the workshop year after year, in search of the next exciting jewellery piece. Many of them bring with them diamonds and opals, while others come hoping to source the perfect stones to match the design they have in their mind’s eye.

Whatever it might be, Clair and Paul have the expertise required to bring those designs to life. “Each family heirloom that we see is endowed with its own emotional values and sentiments, and holds a story that’s led us to this moment,” says Claire. “Every step of the journey is unique to the customer and it’s such a joy to be a part of it.”

THE JEWELLERY WORKSHOP

St Elvans Courtyard, Harbour Road, Porthleven, Helston TR13 9FB 01326 561511 porthlevenjewelleryworkshop@outlook.com www.porthlevenjewelleryworkshop.co.uk

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DID YOU KNOW New to the collection in-store, are Sternglass watches – starting at just £169. In addition to the other timepieces from Germany, including the unique designs of Zeppelin, a brand that celebrates one of the pioneers of aeronautics, and Iron Annie, a brand producing designs that are robust, striking, innovative and, most importantly, reliable.

DISCOVER MORE As well as creating one-off pieces and supplying a range of fantastic watches, The Jewellery Workshop offers a beautiful selection of other adornments, including preloved gold jewellery that’s been lovingly restored in the heart of Porthleven.

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

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Michael Spiers Colours Collection Sapphire & Diamond Earrings - £1,995

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longside selling some of the most prestigious jewellery brands and offering the finest Swiss watches, Michael Spiers is also home to the West Country’s premier diamond and coloured gemstone experts. Their stunning Colours Collection features precious gemstones selected for their captivating colour and cut; each piece is then designed and handcrafted in their very own workshops. Whether you are mesmerised by the beauty of striking sapphire, lush green emerald or rich ruby, coloured gemstones are steeped in symbolic meanings from loyalty to wisdom and romance. This collection is perfect for adding a splash of colour and personality to your unique style.

Michael Spiers Colours Collection Sapphire & Diamond Ring - £4,500

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LIFESTYLE

THE COLOURS OF

SUMMER Inject some colour into your warm-weather wardrobe with a trip to Maxari.

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ver since graduating from university and opening their first store in Salcombe, Devon, husband and wife Mike and Vicky have grown their business to encompass five shops across Devon and Cornwall, and feel very fortunate to live and work in this beautiful part of the country.

As we move into summer, colour features heavily on the aesthetics of the clothing available at Maxari. This focus on bright, happy colours is geared towards creating a positive and inspiring shopping experience, with clothing arranged in colour blocks to create a vibrant and visually pleasing environment in which to indulge in some retail therapy. This is key as, above all else, Mike and Vicky like to make customers feel welcome and allow them to shop on their own terms, always without any pressure to buy but with friendly help and advice on hand when needed.

With two stores here in Cornwall, one in Falmouth and another in Padstow, if you’re thinking it’s time you updated your wardrobe in time for summer, why not pop in, say hello, and see how Maxari can help? Alternatively, if you can’t make it in-store, simply head to the new website and get that summer feeling delivered straight to your door!

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31 Church Street, Falmouth TR11 3EQ 28 Duke Street, Padstow PL28 8AB enquiries@maxari.co.uk www.maxari.co.uk Find more like this: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Win a private family surf lesson or coasteering adventure

COOK UP A STORM! Win a selection of barbeque goodies

Enter our competitions for the chance to win these fantastic prizes!

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www.cornwall- living.co.uk TERMS AND CONDITIONS No purchase necessary. Prize draw open to anyone in the UK age 18 years or over excluding employees of Stylish Cornish Cottages, The Park Cornwall, Dittisham Hideaway, Sally Tully, Global Boarders, Ebb Flow Cornwall, Heart, Smoke and Soal, Susy Ward Ceramics, The Top House Inn, The St. Ives Company, Leven Media Group, and their families, agents and anyone else connected with this promotion. One entry per household.

The prize is non-transferrable and non-exchangeable. No cash alternative available. Winners must be willing to provide their name and country of residence for publicity if required. The promoter’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. Unless otherwise specified on the Cornwall Living website by the individual promoter, the winners will be drawn at random after 13th June. The winners will be notified by email within 14 days after the draw closes. Subject to availability. See online for full terms and conditions.

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Courtesy of Global Boarders, you could win a private surf lesson for your whole family to enjoy in the waves of Gwithian, or if you’d prefer, a private family coasteering adventure in Mousehole.

The choice is yours!

Heart, Smoke and Soal are offering an assortment of tasty treats from their online store to make your barbeque really take-off this summer. From lovely drinks to interesting marinades, you’ll be able to cook up a veritable storm.

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Win a one-day workshop for one at Sally Tully Ceramics

Win a three night stay in Mousehole

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£140 If you’ve ever wanted to ‘take to the wheel’ and throw your own ceramic pot, this is your chance! The lucky winner will be guided through the process by Sally in a workshop that caters to all abilities, whether you’re an experienced potter or complete novice.

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£1,000 One lucky winner will get to stay in the beautiful and dog-friendly Mousehole Cottage, with beautiful sea views and a luxury arrival hamper courtesy of Cornish Food Box Co. Three runners up will also win beautiful products from cathcollins.com!

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Spirited outdoor living Win a bundle of essentials for your everyday adventures from Ebb Flow Cornwall

AWAY FROM IT ALL Win a romantic night away

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Under canvas Win a three-night stay for four in Tehidy Yurt

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£655 Inspired by the wilds of west Cornwall, this gorgeous prize includes a 100% wool Porthminster Roaming Rug, a Ladies Vibrant Light Weight Cotton Flow Changing Poncho, two Gylly Hammam Towels and a Big Penberth Pouch Bag.

Inclusive of dinner, bed and breakfast, this is your chance to win a romantic escape for two to The Top House Inn just moments from Lizard Point, a traditional pub, restaurant and hotel offering four-star comfort in what is the UK’s southernmost inn.

GET CREATIVE WITH CLAY

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Win a one-to-one ceramics taster session with Susy Ward

Win a three-night shepherd hut stay at Dittisham Hideaway Devon WORTH

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Join ceramicist Susy at her Redruth studio for a great morning of pottery in a relaxed and happy atmosphere, learning basic skills at the wheel to make a mug, plate or bowl – the choice is yours!

If you’ve seen shepherd’s huts appearing in the media and wondered what all the fuss is about, why not see for yourself at Dittisham Hideaway? Prize is for three nights for two people, with one dog welcome!

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The Park, Cornwall is offering a family stay from 5th to 8th July 2022. Tehidy is part of a yurt village that has a gorgeous shared hot tub, fire pit and clay oven for evening outdoor feasts or sundowners with a stunning backdrop.

A RELAXING EVENING IN Win a luxury self-care hamper from The St. Ives Co. WORTH

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Inclusive of The St. Ives Co. Bath Salts, 3-in-1 Body Oil, Calming Room and Pillow Mist, a Soy Wax Scented Candle and a pack of Eco Facewipes, all products are made in Cornwall from the highest quality ingredients.

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This well presented two double bedroom modern family home is located in a favoured cul de sac, just a few minutes walk from the harbour, restaurants and shops of the vibrant and picturesque town of Padstow.

Padstow | £295,000

This handsome double-fronted three-storey cottage is full of original and endearing character, with three double bedrooms, master ensuite, and a pretty, elevated garden located just above the picturesque harbour and water's edge below.

Port Isaac | £580,000

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Discreetly located in the tranquil rural hamlet of Tregonce near picturesque Padstow is this three bedroom semi detached barn conversation with reverse living accommodation to make the most of the Estuary view from the first floor.

Tregonce, Nr Padstow | Guide Price £615,000

This highly attractive semi detached slate stone cottage, boasting an impressive four storeys and a host of traditional features is located in an elevated position in the pretty hamlet of Trewarmett, just moments from the beach at Trebarwith Strand.

Trewarmett | £465,000

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TREVILES MANOR, ROSELAND PENINSULA LATE 17TH CENTURY MANOR HOUSE AND 98 ACRE FARMING ESTATE SOLD – SIMILAR PROPERTIES WANTED

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COASTAL | COUNTRY | TOWN | MODERN | PERIOD

• Handsome detached coastal farmhouse • Excellent location close to Porthcothan Bay, Seven Bays and Padstow • 5 bedroom main house • 1 bedroom integral annexe (The Loft) • 1 bedroom cottage (The Nook) • Income from cottage and annexe • Beautifully presented throughout

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TREVIADES, CONSTANTINE Guide Price £1,000,000 Situated in a traffic-free position within a tucked away rural hamlet between Constantine and Port Navas, enjoying the most peaceful, picturesque and timeless setting within moments of the Helford River, this utterly charming barn conversion is available for sale for the first time in over 27 years. With stunning far-reaching views of miles of rolling countryside to the south and west, The Grange is quite simply a slice of Cornish heaven. 3,341 sq ft (plus outbuildings). EPC = E

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A SELECTION OF RECENT SALES THIS YEAR So far in 2022, we have handled the sale of some exemplary properties from cottages to new build apartments, from riverside homes to contemporary townhouses. If you are considering a move, or are just curious about the current market, contact us now. Don’t leave it to chance, be Shore.

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LIFESTYLE

RECOGNISE

THE SYMPTOMS

We explore the symptoms of endometriosis with Consultant Gynaecologist, Mr Smith-Walker, at Duchy Hospital.

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ndometriosis is the presence of endometrial-like tissue that normally lines the womb, in other places.

This tissue responds to hormonal stimulation in a cyclical manner, by building up then breaking down and bleeding, however, unlike the tissue that lines the womb, this blood cannot leave the body.

Endometriosis is a surprisingly common condition, with around one in ten women in the UK suffering from it. Not everyone with endometriosis will need treatment, or are symptomatic, but for some it can cause debilitating abdominal and pelvic pain, and subfertility. Other symptoms can include increasing pain during or either side of your periods, pain during sex, pain when opening your bowels or passing urine, particularly with your periods. The symptoms of endometriosis can affect your life in many ways, not only the physical pain, but also impacting psychological wellbeing through lack of energy, isolation, relationship or sexual complications and difficulty attending work or social activities.

Often, the symptoms of endometriosis do not fit neatly into one box, there can be an overlap of problems and not all of them are necessarily endometriosis. Mr Smith-Walker would encourage keeping a symptom diary, to see if there are any situations, foods, drinks, or particular times that make the symptoms worse (or better), as there have been various diets recommended for managing endometriosis. Look at lifestyle

changes to see if that helps (he recognises that this can be easier said than done!), such as different forms of exercise like stretching/yoga/pilates. What works for others may not work for you, but it can be helpful to look on www.endometriosis-uk. org for tips, and share what you find useful.

Previously it would take around seven or eight years from the onset of symptoms to diagnosis, however as endometriosis finally becomes more recognised, it allows for quicker diagnosis. The gold standard for confirmed diagnosis is by laparoscopy; a keyhole operation to assess the pelvis and surrounding tissues for endometriosis.

Although this is not always necessary, Mr Smith-Walker advises that there are steps to take to ease the symptoms, which can be very beneficial.

Remember, there is no need to suffer in silence. Duchy Hospital's expert Consultant Gynaecologists can discuss any concerns around diagnosing or managing endometriosis, so be sure to give them a call.

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