Cornwall Living goes to Bath & Bristol 5

Cornwall Living Special Edition for Bath & Bristol Issue 5

The Ultimate Lifestyle By The Sea

Special Edition for Bath & Bristol | Issue 5 | June 2016

The Ultimate Lifestyle By The Sea

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Homes . Interiors . Gardens . Travel . Food . Health & Beauty

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A peek inside Cornwall’s most original homes

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ON LOCATION IN CORNWALL STUNNING PLACES TO STAY TALKING TO EXPLORER PETE GOSS RESTAURANT REVIEWS

H O M E S • I N T E R I O R S • G A R D E N S • T R AV E L • F O O D • H E A LT H & B E A U T Y

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If you are planning on buying your own home in the Duchy, then take a look at our cover feature on page 10, all about breathing life back into some rather unusual buildings with beautiful results. It’s partly the iconic buildings but mainly the stunning scenery and coastline that keeps bringing film crews back to Cornwall, we take a look at some of the many successful programmes that are filmed here, including of course Poldark and Doc Martin on page 42.

Then there’s the wonderful people who live in Cornwall: I get to talk to Tom Kay the charismatic founder of global brand, Finisterre on page 40; Mark Sullivan, the man who is taking some iconic Cornish food brands out to the world on page 66. I am lucky enough to meet a personal hero: renowned sailor and adventurer Pete Goss see page 72. And… I catch up with award winning garden designer, Jo Midwinter, who proves that, with a bit of luck and lots of determination, you can change your life and live the dream on page 60.

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Crantock Bay

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rantock Bay in the hamlet of West Pentire is a beautiful stretch of coastline. In fact, it was voted Britain’s Best Beach in 2014 by The Sunday Times Travel. The bay is enriched by Crantock Bay Apartments, an incredible selection of 5-star, luxury properties, all with stunning sea views of the beach and coastline beyond. Stop for a coffee or lunch at C-Bay, the stylish café, bar and bistro. Whatever the weather and whatever your mood, you won’t be short of things to do. Go for a swim in the indoor heated pool, relax in the spa bath and make use of the all-weather tennis court. Dogs are also welcome at C-Bay and some of the apartments too.

So with the South West Coast Path running through the grounds and the beach a two-minute walk away, it’s the perfect retreat for the whole family.

CRANTOCK BAY APARTMENTS Crantock TR8 5SE 01637 830229 www.crantockbay.co.uk info@crantockbay.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Contents June 2016

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Showcasing Cornwall’s art

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Win fantastic prizes

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Stunning waterside retreats

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40 Loving life and work

14 Contemporary chic

42 Caught on camera

16 Idyllic Isles of Scilly

46 Got to visit...

21 Adventurous escapes

50 Making waves

22 Relax and rejuvenate

54 Food for thought

25 A place by the sea

60 Never too late to change

27 Escape to the north coast

62 Design for life

28 A vibrant vibe

64 Cornwall Giving

31 The beach awaits

66 Mark Sullivan

32 Explore the west coast

72 Enjoying the journey

34 The Bristol connection

78 Natural beauty

Stunning homes from Acorn Blue

Stroll to the slow beat of the islands

Discover the magic of Cornwall

With a staycation at The Cornwall

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Own you own luxurious holiday home

A Beach House holiday home

So much more than a luxury hotel

On the north coast at Treglos Hotel

From the Tregenna Castle, St Ives

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With Fal River Cruises

10 Icons reborn

Cornish buildings lovingly restored

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38 Create your own cruise

With Cornish artist Steve Slimm

Finisterre’s founder Tom Kay

Cornwall on film, Poldark to Doc Martin

Food and sunsets on Fistral beach

Pan Asian food at Kahuna, Newquay

What’s on at Rick Stein’s Seafood School

Garden designer, Jo Midwinter

Happiness through fabulous design

With Cornwall Glass and Glazing

Taking Cornish foods global

Ocean going adventurer Pete Goss

With beautiful Cornish oak flooring

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NEWS & views For more ideas visit www.cornwall-living.co.uk

Escape. Explore. Enjoy.

With spring firmly under way and summer knocking on our doors, now’s the time to be looking for that bespoke seaside break.

Tucked away amidst the tree lined creeks of the Fal River you’ll find Mylor Yacht Harbour, a hidden gem offering glittering water views in a locale that’s perfect for discovering your inner explorer, having direct access to coastal footpaths.

Just you and the horizon Discover Poldark’s Cornwall from the sea and explore the fabulous Cornish marine coastal environment, with its hidden smugglers creeks and dramatic coastline. Escape the city for the tranquil seas!

Richard Hall, an experienced skipper, and the team at SailadayEco are passionate about the great sailing on Cornwall’s worldclass waters, but this is only a small part of what they do.

Whether you’re here for the scenery, wildlife, water-sports or simply for the sunny afternoon strolls, Mylor Harbour is the perfect base from which to set out on your summer adventure. Offering eight luxury, self-catering holiday apartments only a stone’s throw from the water’s edge.

Watch the yachts roll by as you enjoy a delicious local ice cream, or drink in the sea

view as you put your feet up in style in the luxurious, spacious interior. What’s more, after a day on the beach, you can retreat to a modern bathroom and fully fitted kitchen, to de-salt and refuel.With weekly breaks starting from £450, Mylor Harbourside Holidays are waiting to welcome you on your well-earned break.

Mylor Harbourside Holidays 01326 372 121 www.mylor.com/holidays

SailadayEco offers unique sailing retreats, harnessing the restorative powers of nature as a powerful therapy, with real and well-documented results.

These three-day and night or longer five-day retreats are designed to help you touch nature and touch soul.

You’ll be encouraged to use body, mind and spirit to make a meaningful connection with nature, to feel great, feel the peace, be at ease in nature, and make that inner connection with yourself. Treat yourself – step away from the stress and chaos of urban living. www.sailadayeco.com

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Kneehigh’s Asylum returns to Heligan Summer’s coming and it is time to pick up the guy ropes and pitch the tent for the return of Kneehigh’s incredibly popular Asylum, set in the magnificent surroundings of the historic Lost Gardens of Heligan.

From gallery to your wall in a mouse click With its unspoiled harbour, iconic buildings and ever-changing seascape, Porthleven is quite the hub for artistic creativity – reflected, of course, in the galleries and studios. Excitingly, one such place has just brought local paintings, ceramics, jewellery and much more online; all the works in The Customs House Gallery, based on the harbourside, are now available to purchase through their website.

“Our website has been set up for some time now but the e-commerce is a new element. Lots of our customers keep track of our artists’ work and now they can buy it more easily too,” says Louise. What’s more, The Customs House Gallery is signed up to Own Art, an initiative that allows you to

spread the cost of eligible artworks over ten months with an interest-free loan. The scheme brings art to everyone and helps artists to reach a greater audience too.

So, with this in mind, why not visit The Customs House Gallery online and the painting or sculpture that catches your eye may be more affordable than you previously thought… and now you have the luxury of browsing and buying at the click of a mouse button. Louise and the team will carefully package your purchase and post it to you via courier service. The only thing you need to worry about is: where to hang or place it? www.cornwall-art.co.uk 01326 569365

A time of tranquil refreshment in our busy lives…

With Cornwall’s unique ‘Roaming Eco Spa’ going from strength to strength, Company Director Martin reflects on why the Kernow Springs project has proven so popular. “It seems many share our ethos that real comfort and true satisfaction really can be found in the simplest of forms. We all crave a little respite away from the demands of the modern word. Our eco hot tubs and sauna yurts are heated by burning wood. Together with hot and cold showers, private changing yurts, and Bedouin chill-out lounge, enjoy a truly beautiful, sustainable, cleansing spa experience for any event.”

Whilst holidaying in Polzeath, the spa caught the eye of popular TV and radio personality Jo Whiley, who booked the whole family in for an exclusive two-hour ‘star gazer session’. They enjoyed the

experience so much that she later tweeted: “Kernow Springs.... what a wonderful thing to do!”

Now in its sixth year, The Asylum has firmly established itself as a must-go event on the summer calendar. The award-winning purpose-built tent is a unique space full of playful surprises and irreverent fun and this year’s season, running from Thursday 14th July to Sunday 28th August, is even bigger with three new productions.

The season includes Daniel Jamieson’s The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk directed by Emma Rice, a dazzling and evocative play drawn from the life of artist Marc Chagall and his wife Bella; Simon Harvey directs FUP, his adaptation of US novelist Jim Dodge’s best-selling modern fable about a strange family and their whisky-swilling duck, plus a visit from Shakespeare’s Globe and Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse, with Nick Bagnall’s touring production of The Two Gentlemen of Verona.

Mike Shepherd, Artistic Director of Kneehigh, says: “It is great to be back with the Asylum for another year and with a fantastic season of work. In keeping with the spirit of the Asylum, we are embracing the old and the new, the mischievous and the subversive in what promises to be another wonderful adventure.” www.kneehigh.co.uk 01872 267910

The eco spa is back on the road this summer.

Look out at The Masked Ball, Tunes In The Dunes, Wychwood Festival, The Wonder Fields, Rock Oyster Festival, Port Eliot Festival, Boardmasters and Healy Cider Festival. To entertain your guests with added wow factor at your party, wedding or corporate event, get in touch with Martin and the team now. Even better, Kernow Springs’ beautiful handcrafted eco tubs are available to buy, with prices start from £2,236 including delivery and installation. www.kernowsprings.co.uk info@kernowsprings.co.uk 07779 374017

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ICONS REBORN

Image courtesy of Chris Yacoubian

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In our quest to find the most unusual property conversions, we’ve searched far and wide for iconic Cornish buildings, large and small, which have been lovingly brought back to life.

ornwall’s unique charm owes a lot to its beautiful vernacular architecture – engine houses, stone cottages, agricultural buildings, Methodist chapels. Sadly many have since fallen into disrepair, but many are being injected with new life. As Matthew Rowe, of Savills Cornwall, notes: “Inland there are so many hidden gems to discover with fascinating histories.”

Lucy, from Boutique Retreats, adds: “A converted property – whether it’s a seventeenth-century barn, a tiny fisherman’s cottage or a lovely old chapel – offers something truly unique. Cornwall has these in spades.”

Of course, some rightly question whether iconic historic buildings, held dear to the public, should be converted.

But surely it’s a fitting tribute allowing them to stand tall for another 100 years, rather than letting them crumble and be lost forever? And one thing that’s certain is that the new caretakers care passionately about these buildings and their heritage too. Lucy continues: “People tend to take on these kind of properties on a very personal level – they are always a labour of love.”

So in this issue, we celebrate the rebirth of some of these fallen giants. And what’s even better, we’ve included some that are currently available as holiday lets too. So why not take the opportunity to experience the magic for yourselves?

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è RIGHT & ABOVE The Old Fish Cellar, Mousehole ç LEFT The engine house at Wheal Rose, near Redruth

Wheal Rose

The Old Fish Cellar

Landmarks really don’t get much more iconic (or Cornish) than the engine house.

These mighty structures were built to pump water out of the mines, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. But when the industry ground to a halt, the engines were mercilessly ripped out for scrap, leaving the roofless shells to the elements. Thankfully, it was a happy ending for Wheal Rose, on the outskirts of Redruth, lovingly brought back to life by current owner, Steve Eagle.

“The Engine House was built around the 1850s but apparently never used”, explains Steve. “It was an empty shell”, he says, “but as the granite walls were sound, it made it a question of filling in the holes.” But it wasn’t all that simple – being a heritage site, even colour palettes were carefully scrutinised for authenticity! “Work with the Conservation Officer throughout the project”, says Steve, “and glean as much information from people involved with industrial archaeology.”

Steve continues: “We have had a great deal of pleasure from the engine house, our home from home for almost 20 years.” This unique building has recently been listed for sale, through Humberts (www.humberts. com), a bittersweet moment for Steve, as he explains. “We want to spend our free time with our grandchildren, but we’ll still come to Cornwall and when we do, we’ll look at the old mine and think: we built that.”

This building in Mousehole may not have had quite so lofty beginnings – starting life as an unassuming fish cellar – but what it lacks in stature, it certainly makes up for in style.

The Old Fish Cellar, the work of interior designer Camilla Banks (www. camillabanksinteriordesign.co.uk) and her cinematographer husband, Chris Yacoubian, is a masterclass in design, utilising a monochrome colour palette, beaten copper sinks, reclaimed materials and bold utilitarian lighting to great effect.

“We love a challenge and The Old Fish Cellar certainly was that”, says Camilla, “Disused and unoccupied for 40 years, it was a dark and damp cellar when we bought it, used by fishermen to store their nets. But this is exactly what attracted us to it – it had character!

Compact in size, we embraced the New York loft style living, creating an open-plan studio space, just enough for a couple’s retreat. We wanted it to be functional as well as stylish, and its raw industrial style with a nod to the nautical was inspired by the space and its surroundings.”

Camilla continues: “I remember holidays as a kid, when we’d rock up at a cottage and the first thing mum would do is clean everything.

Gone are those days and our motto is ‘holidays should be nicer than home’!” If you’d like to pay a visit, contact Boutique Retreats (www.boutique-retreats.co.uk).

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é ABOVE The stunning living space, overlooking the water î BELOW The renovation, before and after

The Chapel A few miles down from Port Isaac on the north coast is a beautifully renovated Methodist chapel, a building as breathtaking as its location. Built around 1850, the chapel was later converted to a glass store, and then a dwelling, in 1990, before being wonderfully restored by Jeremy Goring.

The original conversion was done fairly economically and unsympathetically, so it was largely a case of starting again: stripping it back, opening up the ceiling, exposing the original beams and removing all the fake windows and cladding. “It had almost no light”, explains Jeremy “and a very low, dark wooden ceiling.” The roof was completely removed, rebuilt, then put back using all the original beams and original Delabole slates.

“The guys who did the 1990 conversion got one thing right – putting the living space upstairs to maximise on the incredible views – who needs a view while asleep?” And the views really are sensational – lush greenery with the shimmering blue sea beckoning behind, framed by the huge arched windows; the interiors furnished in a cool, understated and contemporary style. The whole place exudes luxury and fine craftsmanship.

“We were very lucky to work with a really good architect, James Morford, and extremely good, reliable builders, Barry and Adam Purchase. Each time a difficult challenge presented itself, they came up with a clever solution. Barry copied a missing beam and perfectly matched it to the original 150-year-old ones.”

So, what tips does Jeremy offer to anyone embarking on a major renovation project?

“Don't do it!” he laughs. “But if you must, make sure you work with someone you trust.”

You also have to be realistic about the costs involved. “Think of a budget then triple it. Try

your very best not to cut corners or make false economies. Easier said than done!” Of course, respecting a building’s history is fundamental.

“The Chapel is in National Trust land”, explains Jeremy, “we worked closely with them to make sure the new elements were more respectful of the heritage.”

Lucy, from Boutique Retreats, adds: “The aim is to celebrate the building’s history and make its soul shine, not erase it – and in our experience our guests are always drawn to places which have character and are a bit unusual.” If you fancy a stay at this little slice of paradise, contact Boutique Retreats (www.boutique-retreats.co.uk).

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Fort Picklecombe As Chrissy Phillips of Helpful Holidays explains, “The history of Fort Picklecombe is as curious as its name. Converted into 103 apartments in the 1970s, the fabulous uninterrupted views across Plymouth Sound from this striking building perched on a promontory are a clue to its former life.”

“Commissioned in the mid 19th century, Fort Picklecombe was one of ‘Palmerston’s Follies’, a chain of coastal forts to protect Devonport Naval Base from the frightening French.” However, due to international power shifts the French never actually arrived, and the threat that first prompted the building of these wonderful, imposing structures was nullified before many were completed – a costly and embarrassing episode.

There was, however, a happy ending for Fort Picklecombe. “Its 40 guns were never fired”, continues Chrissy, “and after falling derelict following World War II, it has now found the perfect, more peaceful role as waterside accommodation for guests and residents.”

Helpful Holidays now let five of the apartments at Fort Picklecombe, on the n Fort Picklecombe near Torpoint

Head over to our website now for some fantastic videos showcasing all that is great about living by the beautiful Cornish coast. www.cornwall-living.co.uk

Rame Peninsula, including No 84. “With time-absorbing 180 degree views of life on the water from Plymouth to Penlee Point, visitors to No. 84 are strongly advised to pack binoculars to observe passing (friendly) ships drift by. Don’t forget those walking boots either, as the building stands within beautiful Mount Edgcumbe Country Park.” So why not man the fort yourself? To book No 84, or one of the other apartments at Fort Picklecombe let by Helpful Holidays, call the team on 01647 434320 (www.helpfulholidays.co.uk).

Discover the beauty of Cornwall for yourself with one of our top prizes. Head over to our competitions page (page 49) for a chance to win fantastic prizes: either a luxury forest holiday escape, or an equally luxurious mini break at Merchants Manor hotel in Falmouth.

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corn’s exclusive portfolio offers a diverse range of property on both the north and south coast of Cornwall. Designed to take advantage of the beautiful vistas and temperate climes, the spacious, airy and light-filled interiors are finished to a very high standard and fitted with the very latest kitchens and bathrooms. From apartments with picture perfect views of Newquay bay to family homes in St Ives and managed holiday homes in Carbis Bay to riverside apartments in Fowey, Acorn Blue has properties in a location to suit every lifestyle.

In Newquay, One Lusty Glaze offers 36 contemporary one, two, three and fourbedroom apartments with views across Newquay bay and three three-bedroom

houses, all within a short stroll of Lusty Glaze Beach. The location is second to none; with Newquay’s 11 beaches and the South West Coast Path on your doorstep, while the town centre is within walking distance of the new homes.

Designed to take advantage of the breathtaking sunset, each apartment has a terrace or balcony extending from the open-plan living area through floor-to-ceiling windows that bask the apartments in natural light. Each apartment has an allocated parking space along with an individual surf store, ideal for enjoying north Cornwall’s Atlantic swell or the many outdoor pursuits the county has to offer.

The three bedroom open-plan houses have double bedrooms, a terrace and garden and off-street parking.

ì ABOVE The chic new apartments at One Lusty Glaze

ê BELOW The Carracks, St Ives

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One Lusty Glaze will be complete and ready for occupation this summer. Over 65% of the properties are already sold.

Situated on the south western fringe of the artistic town of St Ives, The Carracks is a collection of family homes in a beautiful rural setting. Ready this summer, the 15 modern two, three and four-bedroom houses seamlessly blend in with the local environment, designed and finished with cedar cladding and local Cornish materials.

With views to Rosewall Hill, the homes have open-plan living areas with underfloor heating and a lawn to the front together with off-street parking. Some of the houses have a garage and terrace as well.

The Carracks is within easy reach of the traditional working harbour of St Ives, the thriving art scene, the bustling community, local amenities, transport networks and the stunning beaches which the town has to offer, enabling you to take the opportunity to really embrace the north Cornish lifestyle.

A perfect holiday home investment is Una St Ives in Carbis Bay. Clustered like boats in a harbour the collection of 29 cedar-clad two, three and four-bedroom detached holiday homes are an ideal bolthole and are ready for occupation now.

The open-plan living accommodation extends onto decking perfect for al fresco dining whilst the balconies in the three and four-bedroom houses are great for soaking up the rays. In the winter, the wood-burning

stoves are perfect for the long evenings spent snuggled up on the sofa after a long walk in the crisp sea air.

A destination in itself, Una St Ives has been designed to appeal to all. The first class on-site facilities include the restaurant, Una Kitchen, a deli, a relaxation garden with a fire-pit, to enjoy with friends and family; a state-of-the-art gym; and infinity swimming pool with a full range of spa facilities including: Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and spa treatments from Spiezia.

To maximise your investment, the combined management team will look after every aspect of managing your home from holiday bookings and changeovers to a concierge service to handover the keys.

Over on the south coast, the Old Station Master’s House development is coming soon to the heart of the beautiful estuary town of Fowey in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The former railway Station Master’s house is being regenerated into two and three-bedroom spacious residential apartments and duplexes with the majority enjoying water views.

é ABOVE Holiday homes at Una St Ives, Carbis Bay

Prices are from £230,000 to £720,000.

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c i l l y d i e Th Isles of Scilly

Feel your mind, body and soul relax as you begin strolling to the slow, steady beat of island life.

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trip to the Isles of Scilly is hard to forget. When considered, it’s no wonder people return year after year as there are so many things that make the Isles of Scilly an incredibly rich holiday experience. Perhaps the biggest reason for so many return visits is its authenticity.

Simply put, island living is all about making the most of the great outdoors. Whether it’s soaking up the subtropical-sun, barbequing on the beach, getting out on the turquoise seas or fishing for your own mackerel, a stay on these iconic islands might just have you hooked. After a warm welcome, visitors are made honorary islanders for the duration of their stay and are immediately immersed into the style of life unique to the Isles.

Holidays are all about creating memories to take home with you. Being a home to stunning, natural beauty, simply lacing up your boots and heading out on the spectacular coast-paths will vividly imprint the breathtaking coastline on your memory for a lifetime. And if the alluring, opalescent waters prove too enticing, visiting uninhabited islands and swimming with grey seals are

more experiences you’re unlikely to ever forget. The best thing about all this is that, rather than flying long haul and losing the first days of your half-way-around-the-world trip to jetlag, you can jump on a flight and be there in quick time. And what a thrilling flight!

You and the kids can watch the pilot in action via the open cockpit – a rare treat – in between gazing out of the window as the miles of pristine coastline roll by beneath you. Flying times are only 15 minutes from Land's End, 30 minutes from Newquay and 60 minutes from Exeter Airports.

If flying isn’t your thing you can soak up St Michael’s Mount, the Minack Theatre and Wolf Rock Light house as you kick back on deck aboard the ferry from Penzance, and watch out for a show of dolphins.

So if you’re no fool for long haul, yet you want the sea, sun and balmy evenings of a subtropical summer holiday, head to the Isles of Scilly and relax, the island way.

"Head to the Isles of Scilly and relax, the island way”.

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A new development of holiday homes with sea views from just £64,995 A holiday home at Praa Sands isn’t just a holiday home - it’s the perfect escape for couples and families, so we are delighted to announce the release of ten new two bedroom holiday homes with views out to the Atlantic Ocean.

Situated in an envious location just minutes away from the swimming pool, restaurant and terrace bar, Atlantic View is picture perfect in every way.

And through our managed letting service, homes can be rented out to holidaymakers when not being used, so rental incomes could more than offset running costs. Ask us how much you might expect to earn when you call.

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Adventurous escape Discover the magic of Cornwall and all that this beautiful location has to offer.

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hether visiting on holiday, or even if you have lived here your whole life, Seycat will have activites that interest you. If you are looking to try something new or struggling to find things to keep all members of your party entertained, Seycat are here to help.

It’s precisely these sorts of dilemmas that the team help their customers with, creating a bespoke activity package, designed in and around your group’s location, age, and specific preferences.

From watersports, adventure experiences, educational nature activities, arts and crafts to gastro adventures, the Seycat team have a deep local knowledge base and service that makes booking an extraordinary holiday experience quick and hassle-free.

Here is an example of a group of activities Seycat has organised for a young couple visiting Cornwall in May. As you’ll see, there’s plenty of variety in the activities. The team pride themselves with trying to find the most fun, interesting and memorable days out west of the Tamar!

A foraging walk, Cape Cornwall Your expert guide will enlighten you on a two-hour circular walk from seashore to woodland and all in between. Learn how to forage, identify plants, as well as gather some recipe ideas.

Catamaran wildlife sea safari Two to three hours of uninterrupted bliss, and maybe encounter inquisitive grey seals and graceful seabirds, or various species of dolphins, enigmatic sunfish or even giants such as minke whales, basking sharks and leatherback turtles!

Lady Windermere’s Fan by Oscar Wilde, at the Minack Theatre Enjoy one of Oscar Wilde’s masterpieces and, if you’re lucky, you’ll also spot seals and dolphins too!

A walk round the Trellisk Peninsula, a ferry to Roseland and lunch at the stunning Tresanton Hotel

The Low Tide Experience, Tresco, Isles of Scilly

Your walk follows the River Fal and offers a variety of views over narrow creeks and the vast water of the Fal itself. The Hotel Tresanton provides the perfect place to enjoy views across the water to the unspoilt Roseland Peninsula.

The perfect place to enjoy an amazing lunch.

The spring tide will leave the channel between Tresco and Bryher exposed for long enough to cross between the islands on foot, just for the middle of the day.

Enjoy this totally unique Scillonian lunch experience.

07411 117294 jane@livelocaluk.com www.livelocaluk.com01209 216762 Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Relax and rejuvenate Rediscover Cornwall this summer with a staycation

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n recent years, we’ve been reminded once again of the superb resorts that line our shores. Families and couples alike are constantly rediscovering the delights of fresh, sea air combined with the home comforts of… well… home.

We have, however, also grown accustomed to indulgent spas, destination dining and first class service and now, we want to have it all! Fortunately, hotels such as The Cornwall, situated in the St Austell Bay area, demonstrate that we can; offering quality accommodation and food, the team have placed themselves firmly at the top of the list when it comes to satisfying those of us seeking the most out of our ‘staycation’.

Set in 43 acres of woodland, The Cornwall has built a reputation as a destination dining hotspot, placing a strong emphasis on using only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients. As part of a brasserie-style dining experience, you can expect regional dishes such as Fowey mussels, crab, steaks and Cornish sea-bass, and that’s not all…

The ambience here is relaxed, with a true family focus so, instead of cooking, parents can simply kick back on the terrace with a glass of something chilled, while the children entertain themselves playing croquet or petanque.

Take a day off and head to The Clearing Spa and refresh your senses in the infinity pool; reap the benefits of aromatherapy and embrace the power of botanicals as the team ensure your Spa day soothes and stimulates your mind, body and soul.

With temperatures rising and spring quickly turning to summer, you’ll be tempted to take afternoon tea or enjoy the increasingly balmy evenings, with predinner drinks, on the Parkland Terrace, where you can drink in the sweeping view over gardens and woodland.

So, if abroad is out of the question, yet you want a holiday where you can have it all, book yourself into The Cornwall and make the most of all it has to offer.

è RIGHT Recharge in the opulent surroundings of The Cornwall Hotel & Spa ê BELOW Relax in the pool and gaze accross the Cornish countryside

THE CORNWALL HOTEL & ESTATE

Pentewan Road, Tregorrick, St Austell PL26 7AB 01726 808144 enquiries@thecornwall.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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A place by �e sea Discover the many benefits of owning a luxurious holiday home nestled into the dunes at Perran Sands.

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he idea of actually owning a caravan by the sea is quite a strange concept to a lot of people, the assumption being that you either buy a second home by the sea, or simply go on holiday for a week or a fortnight.

But holiday home ownership at Perran Sands is the perfect way for you and your family to enjoy a seaside escape whenever you want – even your dog can come too! Chase away the stress, where the pace is relaxed and kids can be kids in a completely safe haven. With all your home comforts around you, and very few of the responsibilities, you can sit back and soak up the laid back atmosphere.

Whilst Perran Sands boasts all the high-end facilities you would expect from a top park – indoor and outdoor pool, amazing eateries, on-site activities and more, what really sets it apart is the nature: the space, the acres of Sites of Special Scientific Interest land, the miles of golden beach and the pumping waves on your doorstep!

Another wonderful touch is the strong community feel amongst the owners, with owners’ events and parties including wine clubs and a summer ball. Every month Perran Sands organise a free activity for owners at the weekend, often outdoors, from abseiling at Lusty Glaze cove in Newquay and canoeing at Golant near Fowey, to horseriding on the beach and bushcraft for the young ones. There are also leisure activities on site, including target shooting, archery, aqua jets, aqua gliders, a roller disco rink and a gym, as well as paddle boarding and a surf school for lessons or hire.

Owner of five years, Richard Rabin, says: “To me the best thing about owning my caravan at Perran Sands is getting to the beach first thing in the morning as the sun is coming up and having the best waves to yourself.”

What’s more, Perran Sands can sublet your holiday home when you’re not there, generating an income to offset the costs, making holiday home ownership more affordable. So what are you waiting for? Be the first to leave footprints in the sand!

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PERRAN SANDS 0333 2021434 www.perransands.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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A perfect getaway Escape to the north coast of Cornwall this summer, with The Beach House Company

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ith a stretching golden beach and spectacular scenery from the coastal path, Mawgan Porth is a real hotspot for beach lovers. The gorgeous sandy cove is roughly halfway between Newquay and Padstow, nestled between Watergate Bay and Bedruthan Steps, on the rugged north coast.

Beloved of surfers, it has a buzzing atmosphere, amazing watersports at neighbouring Watergate Bay, and a variety of spas. Whether looking for action or simply time to relax, Mawgan Porth has it covered.

Seascape is a self-catering holiday home sleeping up to six across four bright bedrooms. Perched on the headland, this dog friendly property is enhanced by a large enclosed garden that absorbs those incredible views; and spacious, open plan

living – all just a short walk from the golden beach.

For larger groups, guests can also rent neighbouring Sea Thrift to sleep up to 12 across the two, finished in the same modern style with those great, ever changing sea views to be enjoyed from the spacious conservatory.

Offering a complimentary concierge service, The Beach House Comany want to ensure that all you have to do is rise and shine while they organise your itinerary for you. So why not let them arrange for you to go kayaking or hit the spa, while a chef prepares your dinner for your return?

While a popular destination throughout the summer, Mawgan Porth maintains an unspoilt charm in the quieter months, offering deserted beachscapes and tranquil respite. After a walk on the beach, guests of Seascape can curl up with a good book while the north Atlantic storms roll in, and enjoy exceptional local food in one of the many nearby tearooms and popular restaurants.

And for rainy days, both houses are wellquipped with a full Sky package, Apple TV, Playstation 4 and Sonos sound system.

ë ABOVE Stunning views accross Mawgan Porth beach from the patio é ABOVE The modern open plan kitchen dining room

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A vibrant vibe Head to Hebasca Hotel in Bude for a luxurious and unique break this summer

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hink Bude and you will be thinking fabulous coastline with a relaxed vibe. Now Hebasca Hotel have created a space that gives you all this, but with serious style… it’s where the grown-ups come to play! Perfectly positioned in the heart of Bude and just a stone’s throw from the beach, Hebasca – which means ‘comfort’ in Cornish – is a new style of hotel.

Beautifully designed and fully refurbished in 2013, Hebasca features 23 bedrooms with individual character: contemporary, yet rich and comfortable, a heady mix of exposed brick, cloud-coloured walls and slate backdrops. These dreaming dens are kitted out with everything you would expect from a luxury hotel, as well as some fun and frivolous extras. Want to watch TV in the bath? Check out ‘The Playroom Suite’. Looking to impress? Many of the ‘Best’ rooms offer handsome views and cool balconies to relax on.

So much more than just a luxury hotel, Hebasca is an exciting and vibrant lifestyle choice. The laidback restaurant – open morning, noon and night – has perfected the humble grill. The bold, no-nonsense bar is a design conscious delight; guests and

locals alike can retreat there to kick back with a killer cocktail or a cool beer after a long day catching waves or exploring the Cornish coast.

Bude’s beaches are perfect for relaxing, breath-taking sunsets or stargazing as night falls. If you’re keen to get in the water, surfing breaks are available, whether you’re a beginner or want to push your skills to the limit. Or, if golf is your thing, then you’ll be truly spoilt for choice. With a golf course directly opposite, you can practically tee off from the hotel.

Hebasca is a playful yet elegant indulgence.

Your perfect partner, whether travelling for business or pleasure. Excitingly, Hebasca has recently been joined in Bude by two sister hotels – Tommy Jacks and An Mor. With bed & breakfast breaks starting from just £99 per night, why not get in touch soon to plan your next getaway?

“A playful yet elegant indulgence”

HEBASCA HOTEL Downs View, Bude, EX23 8RE 01288 352361 hello@hebasca.co.uk www.hebasca.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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THE ST ENODOC HOTEL Privately owned boutique hotel, spa and restaurant in exquisite hideaway overlooking the Camel Estuary, Rock. The beach is a stone’s throw from the hotel and a passenger ferry to Padstow harbour. Our restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy great food and service in a relaxed environment.

For reservations and the latest offers 01208 863 394 info@enodoc-hotel.co.uk www.enodoc-hotel.co.uk

Explore, pe ca es , y enjo Nestled into the heart of Mylor Yacht Harbour near Falmouth, our luxury self-catering holiday apartments are the perfect base to explore the stunning Cornish coastline or relax by the sea.

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The beach awaits The perfect sanctuary on the north coast at Treglos Hotel.

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ithin the tranquil Constantine bay, Treglos Hotel greets guests with a pristine lawn and a crisp, clean looking exterior.

Sophisticated and classy, the AA rated 4-star hotel also sports a full 18-hole golf course; fine dining restaurant and luxurious spa.

The beach at Constantine bay is simply breath-taking. Just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel, it’s widely considered one of the best in the UK. The entire area surrounding the Hotel is stunning. The bay is one of Cornwall’s Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, but the geography really speaks for itself and walking the coastal trails is a must.

Unwind after a relaxing stroll. When the weather permits, outside is naturally the first choice for eating, although the comfortable lounges and the fresh feeling conservatory are both a delight too. Enjoy a traditional Cornish cream tea or maybe some lighter lunch options, all prepared and served by Treglos’s professional and personable staff.

In fact, the dedicated and attentive staff are Treglos’s crowning feature. Taken as a whole, the hotel is spectacular but the warm and inviting staff really help to make it as near to perfect as reality can afford. Guests’ needs

are tended to with the utmost care and the overall service is first class.

Treglos’s restaurant, which has been awarded an AA Rosette, is renowned for fantastic fresh food. Taking full advantage of the local produce and availability of great ingredients, the artistic chefs create a menu bursting with flavour and variety. The hotel opts for a ‘smart-casual’ dress code in public areas. So no flip flops or scraggly jeans in the pristine restaurant! The food from the kitchen at Treglos has been consistently well received over the years and did not disappoint when a few members of the Cornwall Living team enjoyed a delightful stay at the hotel.

Treglos Hotel mixes traditional English accommodation with incredibly attentive and friendly staff, giving the whole establishment a wondrous atmosphere that will be sorely missed as soon as you walk through the door marked exit. We hope you enjoy this lovely hotel as much as we did!

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You’ll never tire of things to do and discover at Tregenna Castle in St Ives, the perfect base from which to explore west Cornwall.

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et within 72 acres, the beautiful Tregenna Castle Resort combines award-winning, breath-taking views with comfortable accommodation and fabulous facilities to keep everyone entertained. Overlooking the beautiful seaside town of St Ives which is within a tenminute stroll (and with the A30 situated less than three miles away), this resort boasts a great location to base your family holiday.

While famed as a popular family resort, Tregenna Castle caters for all and comprises of 81 characterful en-suite bedrooms within the castle itself, and 70 self-catering properties dotted throughout the estate.

The wonderful self-catering options range from restored coach houses and cottages to apartments and lodges.

Families make the most of the fantastic facilities during the gorgeous summer months by spending afternoons splashing in the indoor or outdoor heated pool, getting creative with the complimentary activities programme for children or exploring the

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Rated by Ofsted as outstanding, this childcare facility runs a varied programme of entertaining activities.

rock pools at the nearby golden, sandy beaches.

For parents looking to relax, Castle Kids is perfect!

Rated by Ofsted as outstanding, this childcare facility runs a varied programme of entertaining activities. Use this free time to explore the grounds, enjoy a round of golf on the Presidential 18-hole golf course, take advantage of the extensive leisure activities or pamper yourself at Castle Beauty.

Teach your little prince or princesses a game from the past on the croquet lawn or enjoy some friendly competition playing tennis, badminton, squash, table tennis and board games. Looking for an adventure?

Collect a map from reception and explore the woodlands for flowers, waterfalls, tree carvings and the odd white rabbit. Relaxing on the lawn is the perfect past time, where you can enjoy a refreshing drink, the award-

winning view and let the children run around in the outdoor play area and meet new friends.

The sea view Brasserie offers spectacular views and boasts a terrace offering alfresco dining options. The extensive a la carte and children’s menu is served all day offering the perfect balance of flexibility and choice for your family.

Tregenna Castle Resort is licensed for weddings and civil partnerships throughout the year and is often nominated for its bespoke wedding packages. Most recently it was named the Best Wedding Venue in the Cornish Brides Awards 2015.

TREGENNA CASTLE www.tregenna-castle.co.uk hotel@tregenna-castle.co.uk 01736 795254 Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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The Bristol and Bath n connectio Steve Slimm’s inspired art has found a second home in the Bath and Bristol area

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rtist Steve Slimm has lived in Cornwall for his entire adult life.

Seven years on from his move to the county, his mind was firmly made up to embark upon his chosen career as a painter. By twenty-seven, he was making the beginnings of a living in local Cornish galleries.

His earliest recollection of the Bath area and his involvement in it’s vibrant art scene was a trip during the 80’s where, in his beatup old Cortina, he took small paintings to show galleries and slept in a layby!

A year into the millenium, Steve found himself exhibiting regularly in Innocent Fine Art Gallery in Clifton, after an introduction courtesy of a Penzance based artist, Mary Stork. Mary kindly introduced him to a more serious art market allowing him to develop his unique style as a Cornish contemporary painter. Eventually the gallery closed its doors and thus ended a very progressive chapter for Steve.

Steve’s ongoing connection with the Bath and Bristol area is through the Bristol streetscene painter and gallerist, Tom White.

Having been an avid collector of Cornish art for most of his life, Tom first saw Steve’s

work on surfing holidays to Cornwall.

Years later, when Tom realised that Cornish painter, Essex Tyler, was exhibiting Steve’s work near Penzance, Tom immediately got in touch, wanting to showcase Steve’s work at affordable art fairs all across the UK. Tom now has a permanent gallery, the Clifton Fine Art Gallery, with stocks of Steve’s work, including coastal Cornwall-inspired pieces, work done around the Clifton Gorge and suspension bridge, as well as abstract pieces.

The gallery also arranges specific shows which showcase Steve’s new work.

Steve said, “We’re planning a special show of abstract work in September this year, for which I’m also releasing an album of improvisational music to accompany the work. Should be fun - even if nothing else happens. So, thank you Bath and Bristol for your enthusiastic engagement - I could not do without the support of my fans!”

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An iconic and romantic wedding venue in the heart of Cornwall.

The Penventon Park Hotel offers a stunning backdrop to capture the memories of the best day of your lives.

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Get Wed in Cornwall. Say I do, celebrate & stay in this stunning secluded rural hideaway. www.tamill.co.uk 01840 261797 helen@tamill.co.uk

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Situated in the historic village port of Charlestown, you’ll find Atishoo Gallery opposite the old chapel, featuring work by more than 80 artists and craftspeople. The gallery offers a bespoke picture framing service and an extensive range of art cards and prints to buy. Visit the website where you can buy online and check gallery opening times.

From 26th March to 11th June, the new exhibition, ‘Fred Hall: From Newlyn School to Caricature’, brings together a range of work from this versatile artist (18601948) who painted not only in Newlyn, but also the landscapes around Porlock and Newbury, and was a keen advocate of the new ‘square brush’ technique.

Vertigo Sea is a three-screen, 48-min film on humankind’s relationship with the sea; an exploration of its role in slavery, migration and whaling. Fusing dramatic footage from the BBC, archival material from BFI and newly shot scenes, the immersive installation delivers a potent reminder of current issues.

(30th April to 25th June).

The gallery’s light and airy space on Porthleven’s harbour side exhibits original work by some of Cornwall’s finest artists in a range of mediums. A bespoke framing service is available here as well as the Own Art scheme. The gallery is open daily 10.30-5pm and you can view the work available on the regularly updated website.

71 Charlestown Road, Charlestown, St Austell PL25 3NL 01726 65900 www.atishoodesigns.co.uk

Penlee House Gallery & Museum Morrab Road, Penzance TR18 4HE 01736 363625 www.penleehouse.org.uk

The Exchange, Princes Street, Penzance TR18 2NL 01736 363715 www.newlynartgallery.co.uk

Commercial Road, Porthleven TR13 9JD 01326 569365 www.cornwall-art.co.uk

Inner Harbour Charlestown

By Sally Dungey

A Cottage Yard

By Fred Hall

Vertigo Sea

By John Akomfrah

Behind the Hedgerow

By Lin Williams

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Showcasing local artists and art galleries

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Full Moon Over Fowey

By Alan Weston

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Finished Mevagissey

By Gina Farrell

Show Off

By Thomas Bossard

Harbour Steps, Dartmouth

By Sarah Blakey

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7. GINA’S ART STUDIO

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Find the gallery in beautiful Polkerris. The gallery on the upper deck of an old pilchard store in St Austell Bay has a range of original art and gifts, many with a coastal flavour. Sam’s Restaurant, the Rashleigh Inn and Polkerris Beach Watersports nearby complement your visit to this lovely beachside gallery.

Situated in the centre of Falmouth, Art World Gallery was established in 2000 and prides itself on featuring an exceptional collection of French, Italian and Cornish artists. The gallery is also home to some wonderful ceramics artists and sculptors. Many of these artists are exclusive to the gallery. Open seven days a week, 10am to 5.30pm.

The original of this piece is available at Gina’s Art Studio, on Polperro’s Harbour, together with other originals

by Gina, a number of limited edition prints, and a unique collection of pieces by local artists. Enquire for art classes, £20 per hour for individuals (price on application for groups). The gallery is open seven days a week, from 10am to 5pm.

The Craft Kiln (Cornish crafts), Sail Loft Emporium (antiques and collectables) and Cscape Art are part of The Old Workshop, next to the main Charlestown car park. Many originals, prints and cards by artist Sarah Blakey and photographer Mick Blakey are available at the gallery. Open daily during the season 10.30am to 5.30pm.

Gribbin Gallery Village Hall, Polkerris, Par PL24 2TL 01726 810116 www.gribbingallery.co.uk

62 Church Street, Falmouth TR11 3DS 01326 219323 www.artworldltd.com

Gina’s Art Studio, Lansallos Street, Polperro PL13 2QU 01503 272958 www.yourgina.co.uk

The Old Workshop, Charlestown, St Austell PL25 3NJ 01726 66639 www.theoldworkshopcharlestown.co.uk

Full Moon Over Fowey

By Alan Weston

Show Off

By Thomas Bossard

Finished Mevagissey

By Gina Farrell

Harbour Steps, Dartmouth

By Sarah Blakey

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Out & About

Create your cruise

Offering charters for all special occasions on a truly stunning stretch of water

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s we stroll along the paths that line the River Fal and the rising temperatures begin to signal the imminence of summer, the waters below glitter green, hardly distinguishable from the surrounding trees but for the shimmer of the sun. Inviting as they are and as intrigued as we are by the countless inlets and creeks adorning the shoreline, we who live in Cornwall know that to fully explore our waterways is no mean feat. It seems almost impossible to envisage an event like a wedding, a birthday or indeed any special event actually taking place on the water…

Yet, at Fal River Cruises, they offer a bespoke service for all those who wish to do more than gaze wistfully from the shore as the tide rolls by.

Offering charters for all special occasions on a truly stunning stretch of water, Fal River Cruises run boats between Falmouth, Truro and the Roseland, with many ports of call along the way from which your event can set sail. In fact, the occasion doesn’t need to be special. You may simply wish to make a group booking where you, your friends and family can feast eyes on the waterlevel wonders of the river. If so, the same service, catered to your individual needs, is available. This can include a well stocked bar and catering if necessary, whether you want Cornish Pasties or cream teas.

Each vessel is immaculately maintained with easy access and manned by a local, knowledgeable crew, so you can be sure that you’ll get the most out of your river cruise.

So, if you want to make the next event in your calendar special, or if you too are simply itching to break the limits of land and set sail, then contact Fal River Cruises and make a booking today.

é ABOVE The ferry from St Mawes to Place Creek í BELOW Some of the best views in Cornwall are from the water› on the Fal River

FALRIVER Visitor Information Centre Prince of Wales Pier, 11 Market Strand, Falmouth TR11 3DF 01326 313394 charter@falriver.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Or why not treat yourself to Sunday Lunch - 2 courses from £16.95 per person, 3 courses from £19.95 per person, Children’s 2 courses at £10.95 per child. Non-members are welcome to our Leisure Club, with facilities including an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, gym and tennis court - day membership from £5.70 per person.

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Lifestyle

Loving

life

And the work! Mandy meets Tom Kay, founder of the hugely successful Cornish business: Finisterre.

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ê BELOW L to R Striped Merino wool jumper Mens insulation jacket Waterproof rucksack

om greets me at the workshop and shop just outside St Agnes.

It’s no surprise that it is a bit out in the wilds, with views out over the sea, for the Finisterre brand and indeed, Tom himself, are all about the environment and getting out whatever the weather. The place is quietly bustling; with surfboards against the walls, and pictures and design boards; with several dogs curled up under the desks. The whole place has a warm and collaborative feel; it’s just how a creative workshop should be.

Tom has spent much of his life near the sea, in the marshy wilds of north Norfolk: “The sea’s always been part of my life; it’s very much in me and in my blood.”

Tom explains with a grin. “I read Biology (Marine focus) at the University of Bristol and then trained as a chartered surveyor in London. But I wanted to return to the sea and Cornwall. We’d always come here for

family holidays and when I was in Bristol I would come down to Cornwall surfing whenever I could. Then thirteen years ago I finally moved to St Agnes and started Finisterre.”

The Finisterre brand has grown a huge reputation for the quality and style of its product as well being an ethical and sustainable brand that researches its fabrics and supply chains, only working with suppliers who share the same beliefs. Tom mentions ‘the brand’ a lot; he is evidently passionate about the beliefs that make the Finisterre brand so special. “It would be hard not to be a belief based company living and working in Cornwall. Don’t get me wrong, we are a business with mouths to feed, but strong belief based businesses do stand the test of time as there is purpose to your existence.”

It all started in his bedroom in St Agnes developing product that suited the reality

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“It would be hard not to be a belief based company living and working in Cornwall" of cold-water surfing. “Traditionally surfing was always bikinis and board shorts, which are fine for a couple of weeks of the year. We came from an understanding of the weather and the commitment needed surfing over here: windy, wet clifftops, waiting for the conditions to change. Building product to suit these conditions - wind and waterproof jackets, insulation layers, Merino base layers and chunky knits; making the product in the right places from the right fabrics. I still see our early product around now. We use recycled materials and a lot of Merino wool. One of our bestselling products is our Merino boxer shorts, once tried you just come back for more, it’s an unbelievable product.”

Over the years they have built a loyal following of customers who understand the products and understand the brand they are buying into. Finisterre clothes are built

to last and if they get torn or damaged they offer a full repair service from the workshop in St Agnes. Tom continues, “We’re at the forefront of great adventure clothing and do like to push the boundaries. Really well designed products that become classics is what we’re after – clothes that are loved and worn for years.” They have recently launched their first wetsuit – again Tom wanted to get it right – so they worked with 300 surfers, as testers, who used the wetsuit and gave feedback; Finisterre incorporated these changes into the end product and as Tom tells me “Ultimately these surfers have helped us design a better product.”

Tom loves the life that Cornwall offers, he and the team go down to the beach for a surf or swim; they have team days out and can often be found in the stores (London, Falmouth and St Agnes). Of his role in the company Tom says: “I do a bit of everything, from working on new designs, talking to ambassadors, cashflows, and even strimming out the back! Keeping the culture a good mix of passion and drive is crucial.”

In his spare time Tom is a helm on the St Agnes lifeboat, loves Chapel Porth for a surf and “going down to West Penwith because it still feels like you’re getting into the wilds of Cornwall.” He is as passionate about the environment as ever and his enthusiasm is contagious. Tom says, “It’s all about the journey, sticking to your beliefs, and you just have to keep going. I have a talented team to work with and an equally fabulous place to live… I consider myself lucky!”

é ABOVE Tom and the Finisterre team

Finisterre Wheal Kitty Workshops, St Agnes TR5 0RD 01872 554481 hello@finisterreuk.com www.finisterreuk.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Out & About

CAUGHT ON CAMERA A breathtaking rugged coastline, sheltered coves, the isolation of the moors, beautiful houses and quaint villages… the perfect location!

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ardly a month goes by when someone isn’t filming something in Cornwall. With its stunning coastline, from the rugged north coast beloved by Poldark, with dashing young men on galloping horses and gorgeous windswept heroines, to the sheltered calm of quiet coves and estuaries fit for Daphne Du Maurier and Rosamunde Pilcher. Cornwall just about has it all, including the weather – we have calm hot sunny days with clear blue skies and storm lashed landscapes with huge waves and threatening, dark brooding clouds, and just about everything in between… and all in the same week!

Whatever the weather or location; Cornwall looks good on screen and is a much loved location for TV series, documentaries and blockbuster movies. Film crews of all shapes and sizes are made welcome in the Duchy and agencies like Visit Cornwall and

Cornwall Council are happy to lend a hand by suggesting the perfect film location or helping to arrange filming permission. And why? Because the film business brings lots of money into Cornwall, from the filming itself to the tourists who come to follow in the footsteps of a much loved character or author. From the Doc Martin effect in Port Isaac (aka Portwenn in the popular series), to the much-lauded new Poldark series: from zombies in Falmouth with Brad Pitt, to Maggie Smith and Dame Judi Dench filming Ladies in Lavender in Cadgwith, or Wycliffe filming the thought-provoking detective series down on the Lizard; Cornwall makes a stunning backdrop and there is a real value to the local economy.

For instance, Germans are our biggest groups of foreign tourists by far: because they love Rosamunde Pilcher! The author’s a household name there. Over the past

é ABOVE Filming Poldark on the St Aubyn Estate ì ABOVE Prideaux House è RIGHT Actor Eleanor Tomlinson as Demelza in Poldark

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“The abundance of locations and the breathtaking scenery in Cornwall made the decision to return easy. Being supported by the Council and equally by the local location owners makes it a pleasure to film in Cornwall.”

Ello Bolz, Producer ZDF films Rosamunde Pilcher series.

twenty years German company, ZDF films have made over 100 films of her books with more in the pipeline, and they are watched by around six million viewers each time.

Many of whom then visit Cornwall to see their favourite locations. The stunning Elizabethan manor, Prideaux Place, on the beautiful North Cornish coast, has been the location for fourteen of her stories and is now a mecca for visitors from Germany, Switzerland and Austria. Owner Peter Prideaux-Brune always likes to take a cameo role in the films shot at his home – his credits so far include a chauffeur, a gin taster and a coroner. Peter’s wife Elizabeth tells me: “Peter and I love having films here and Peter likes to take a cameo role, a la Hitchcock, in the Pilcher films! Apart from meeting well known actors we find the crews fun and considerate to work with, once you get used to the endless cables and people in every

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Some of the many successful films made in Cornwall • About Time

• Alice In Wonderland • Die Another Day • Ladies in Lavender • The Shell Seekers • Blue Juice • The Eagle Has Landed • Knights of the Round Table • Scott of the Antarctic • Straw Dogs • The Thief of Bagdad • The Three Musketeers (1993) • Treasure Island (1950)

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corner of the house. We feel a great sense of pride seeing the house and garden on screen as we have worked so hard to restore them.

The extra publicity also helps greatly with our visitor numbers!" Bonython Manor and its gardens on the Lizard is another popular location for Rosamunde Pilcher films.

Other Cornish Estates, little villages and isolated coves feature in many films and TV programmes. Director Tim Burton seems to like filming in Cornwall he used Antony House in East Cornwall to film part of his recent film, Alice in Wonderland, and has now come back to the Roseland to the tiny hamlet of Portholland to film Miss

Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children with Samuel L. Jackson and Chris O’Dowd.

And let’s not forget the ongoing Poldark series, where the Cornish scenery was more than a match for a shirtless Aidan Turner.

St Agnes Head, where iconic engine houses perch on the cliff-tops offering a silent reminder of Cornwall’s mining heyday, were a natural location choice for the filming of Poldark. The area doubles as Nampara Valley in the show. Some of the cliff scenes where filmed near Padstow and feature stunning views out over the Camel estuary.

Aidan Turner and a hoard of other cast members descended on Church Cove to film nighttime ship wreck scenes. Porthgwarra cove sits at the heart of the St Aubyn Estates and was used to film some swimming scenes and landings; the filming took place over a week including one all night filming session. The rich mining heritage of the west Cornwall coast linking Botallack and Levan was used. Cameras rolled with Levant Mine playing the role of fictional Tressiders Rolling Mill while Owlas and Crowns near Botallack starred as Wheal Leisure. An absolute mecca for Poldark fans, of which there must be millions!

ë ABOVE Filming on Charlestown Quay é ABOVE Port Isaac is Portwenn in Doc Martin í BELOW The Phoenix ê BELOW Antony House

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Out & About

Then there is the sea itself from the beautiful BBC Coast series, to short wildlife films about basking sharks, dolphins, seals or the fabulous birdlife. And, of course, old sailing ships create a magical feeling on film; we were lucky enough to catch up with Shane McCarthy owner of Atlantic Productions and more recently Square Sail Ventures, which owns and runs Charlestown harbour, also featured in Poldark, and the gorgeous ‘Phoenix’ a 112 foot, 2 masted brig; she was built in Denmark in 1929 and converted to an eighteenth century brig in 1996. Shane, who started in the entertainment industry in 1983 working with such iconic acts as U2, the Rolling Stones and Madonna tells me “Coming from West Cork in Ireland, it was a natural fit, the communities and beautiful coastline are very similar. I have always been involved in all things maritime: I love fishing and sailing. My family is moving to

Cornwall from Cork and the whole business will be based here. It’s not just about using Cornwall as a location there is a wealth of talent here, set construction, rigs, staging all anyone could need for a production we can provide in Cornwall – they really don’t need to bring film crew with them!”

Shane has already introduced ‘green screen’ to Charlestown, a huge outdoor space for filming anything and putting the backdrop in later. He and his team sailed Phoenix up to London this winter for the premier of “In the Heart of the Sea”, Phoenix plays the whale ship Essex on which Moby Dick was based.

Shane adds “Luckily we got back just before the storms hit! But it was fantastic; one of the most fabulous things I’ve done; sailing up the Thames at night; they even opened Tower Bridge for us! I really do believe that Cornwall has a great future in filming – it could be equally good for everyone.”

é TOP Poldark mines é ABOVE Filming Dr Who at Charlestown ì LEFT The Phoenix sailing into London

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Got to visit...

FISTRAL BEACH

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Rated as one of the best surfing breaks in Europe, Fistral is Newquay’s iconic beach and is perfect for surfers and families alike. Boasting nearly half a mile of golden sand the beach is backed by a row of boutiques, restaurants and cafes. So, when you’ve worked up an appetite in the waves or need a cool drink after relaxing in the sunshine, you need only venture a few steps to the back of the beach to enjoy all that Fistral has to offer. The beach is also a great destination when the sun starts to sink low on the horizon – where better to watch a Cornish sunset, to a soundtrack of cool vibes, than overlooking the water at one of Fistral’s fine eateries.

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“I’ve not had a better Thai curry outside of Thailand; it packed a punch without compromising on flavour”

é ABOVE Sunset at Fistral Beach ê BELOW Kahuna taster plate

Making M

WAVES Looking for somewhere a little different to eat?

Try the pan Asian inspired Kahuna Restaurant in Newquay.

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aking the most of the lighter evenings, my partner, M, and I took the opportunity to enjoy our first proper road trip of the year to the north coast. With its beautiful beaches and vibrant nightlife, Newquay beckoned us and, as well as the waves, we wanted to try out an exciting new restaurant too. So, we hopped in the trusty camper and pootled up to Hendra Holiday Park. With all the facilities close to the van, and being under a mile’s taxi ride to the restaurant (so we could have a tipple or two), it proved the perfect place to stay for the night.

Having heard good things about the reopening of Kahuna Restaurant, run by a husband and wife team Ryan and Kelly Mather, we decided to check it out. Their pan Asian style stems from many years of travelling. Being a big fan of Asian food, and having travelled a little myself, Kahuna seemed an obvious choice.

As soon as we stepped inside, we were greeted by the attentive staff and shown to our cosy table. The restaurant interior feels warm and tranquil, with retro green-leef wallpaper adding to the relaxing vibe – a contrast to the hustle and bustle of the

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foodie review

ì TOP Double Indonesian Mie Goreng ì MIDDLE Thai green curry with belly pork ì BOTTOM Banana fritters

Newquay. My eyes were instantly drawn to the clean lines and lighting, big wooden spheres above tables and strings of golden bulbs hanging like bunting from the ceiling.

Somehow it seemed slightly spa-like.

We ordered a couple of Cornish lagers, taking our time to peruse the tantalising menu... if only I could sample everything! To kick things off we shared a taster plate, brimming with tempura prawns with chilli mayonnaise, duck spring rolls with sticky Thai plum sauce and Thai chicken satay skewers with peanut sauce.

The tempura batter was beautifully crunchy, while the prawns were cooked to perfection.

The spring rolls were packed full of fragrant spices and crunchy veg. And the chicken satay sauce melted on my tongue! These were served with a refreshing, crunchy, aromatic, salad. It was the perfect amount to share for a starter. I could go on eating this starter all evening if I could!

For mains M ordered the double Indonesian Mie Goreng, a large bowl of stir-fried yellow noodles, with a generous amount of belly pork, prawns, spicy vegetables and an egg on top.

Judging from the empty plate it was a wise move, with M praising the delicious flavours.

I chose the Thai green curry with belly

pork and jasmine rice – just the right amount of spice for me. I can honestly say I’ve not had a better Thai curry outside of Thailand; it packed a punch without compromising on flavour. Ryan and Kelly must really know their stuff!

When it came to desert it had to be the salted caramel chocolate pot with cashew crumble for me, while M had the banana fritters with toasted sesame seeds and caramel sauce. Both were a rare treat and a perfect end to a very impressive meal.

After a few drinks in the town, it was back to the camper before hitting the surf the following day. Still reminiscing over the fine food, not even getting stuck in the mud could dampen our spirits (thanks to the Hendra team for pulling us out!).

Apparently Kahuna does takeaway too, and with another great restaurant to add to our list, bring on the next road trip!

Every issue, we dine undercover at a different restaurant, tasting the menu and putting the team through their paces in search of the finest eateries, freshest produce and best service. It’s a tough job but someone has to do it! Look out for our ‘Tried & Tasted’ seal of approval.

KAHUNA RESTAURANT Station Approach, Newquay TR7 2NG 01637 850440 info@kahunarestaurant.co.uk www.kahunarestaurant.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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foodie review

A fabulous feast

IN FOWEY

There can be few things in life finer than the combination of convivial surroundings, a belly full of delicious food and a glass of the finest wine.

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or the ageing rockers amongst us, ‘Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad’ but to hit the jackpot and bag all three, you know that you’ve happened upon something really quite special. With a history to be proud of, walking into Fowey Hall is like stepping through the front door of your rich uncle’s house. Commissioned by Charles Augustin Hanson in 1889, this stunning mansion has a unique character. Now a listed building, it combines the laid back atmosphere of a country house with the elegance of a Victorian manor, remaining in the Hanson

family until it was sold in the late 1950s.

Current owners, Luxury Family Hotels, spent almost the entire first year of ownership restoring Fowey Hall to its former glory, retaining and preserving its unique heritage.

Such is its charm that Elton John almost bought it as a private dwelling – thankfully he didn’t, as his loss was our gain.

Fowey Hall boasts ‘contemporary, childfriendly luxury’ and that’s exactly what we experienced. There’s a choice of two dining rooms: a garden room for more informal dining, where children are welcome and can run in and out with ease, and a more formal traditional restaurant. We opted for the garden room as were dining with children and were not disappointed.

It’s the little things that make the difference and at Fowey Hall attention to detail is everything – crisp linen tablecloths, gleaming cutlery and attentive but unobtrusive service.

I could wax lyrical for many paragraphs about the surroundings but we were there to eat so I should move on to the food…

Plymouth gin cured salmon gravlax with crab beignet and pickled cucumber was my starter of choice and what an excellent choice it was, succulent, fresh and full

"Plymouth gin cured salmon gravlax with crab beignet and pickled cucumber was my starter of choice and what an excellent choice it was, succulent, fresh and full of flavour"

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ì ABOVE Afternoon tea on the patio or by the fire í BELOW A selection of dishes from the menu

of flavour. My dining partner chose the tandoori spiced grilled halloumi with a cooling cucumber raita and declared it a triumph – vegetarian starters are so often a let down, but certainly not in this case. The children were brilliantly catered for with baskets of fresh bread and prompt delivery of their main courses – they were never without something to eat which was great as it meant we could enjoy our dinner without small people demanding to be entertained.

For them, steaming bowls of pasta and mouth-watering homemade burgers were the order of the day.

Our main courses were equally delicious.

The venison kiev for me, which I chose with some trepidation but that came highly recommended by our waiter, was a success.

Similarly, the crisp buttery pastry of my partner’s goat’s cheese and Mediterranean tart was a match made in heaven. The children all had Cornish ice cream for desert, always a winner in our family. For us, the cheeseboard is a must and with a mixture of local cheeses and homemade chutney we feasted well.

Head Chef, James Parkinson, is passionate about his food and local provenance is

always at the forefront – he grows herbs in the hotel’s garden and ingredients are sourced locally wherever possible. He’s a family man, which shows in his children’s menus and certainly makes the world of difference when dining ‘en famille’.

One of the other great things about eating at Fowey Hall is the ‘verre de vin’ system which means there is a vast selection of wines available by the glass, including bubbles.

This is genius – it means you can take up the recommendation of a different wine with each course and sample a variety of Camel Valley wines, amongst others. The true test of a good meal, especially when dining with children, is the comments at the end: “Delicious, yummy, and just lush,” were the watchwords to the end our delightful meal.

We all left the restaurant with happy hearts and fond memories of a delicious meal in glorious surroundings.

Every issue, we dine undercover at a different restaurant, tasting the menu and putting the team through their paces in search of the finest eateries, freshest produce and best service. It’s a tough job but someone has to do it! Look out for our ‘Tried & Tasted’ seal of approval.

FOWEY HALL HOTEL Hanson Drive, Fowey PL23 1ET 01726 833866 info@foweyhallhotel.co.uk www.foweyhallhotel.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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FOOD for thought We take a look at what’s new at Rick Stein’s Padstow Seafood School.

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ick says: “Everyone cooks better at Padstow Seafood School. With a view looking out over the estuary across the water to Rock, the blue and white fish tiles, the warm wood floor and sail shaped ceiling, it’s a smart place to do some cooking.”

Padstow Seafood School offers over 40 courses inspired by Rick’s travels and 2016 has a fantastic programme lined up. With quality fish and shellfish at your fingertips, an experienced chef lecturer and plenty of cookery tips, attend one of the new cookery classes and begin your own memorable food adventure.

British seafood cookery With the popularity of fresh fish and seafood in the UK at an all-time high, there’s no better place to master seafood cookery than at Rick’s cookery school where you can watch the daily catch arriving in the harbour from the window. Discover how to prepare and cook John Dory, crab, mussels, mackerel and hot smoked salmon. Create some superb seafood dishes to impress your family and friends, using fabulous fresh fish from our British shores.

Mediterranean street food and mezze Learn how to cook street food on their exciting one-day Mediterranean street food and mezze course. Inspired by Rick’s recent adventure from Venice to Istanbul, you’ll explore cooking using ingredients from Croatia and will take in the Eastern influences of Turkish food with exciting flavours from Istanbul.

Asian street food With Southeast Asia and Indian flavours on trend this year, it’s the perfect time to try Rick’s one-day Asian street food course inspired by his foodie adventures. Head Chef lecturer Mark Puckey will teach you how to recreate some of Rick’s favourite street food dishes from chargrilled butterflied fish with sambal matah to Cambodian marinated beef with a lime and black pepper dipping sauce.

Japanese seafood cookery Japan is known for having some of the best seafood in the world, mainly down to how the fish is handled after being caught. The

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foodie UPCOMING COURSES British seafood cookery 20th May 2016 – £198 pp

Mediterranean street food and mezze 27th May – £198 pp

Asian street food 1st May 2016 – £198 pp 21st June 2016 – £198 pp

Japanese seafood cookery 11th June 2016 – £198 pp 23rd August 2016 – £198 pp

Cooking from Venice to Istanbul 28th and 29th May 2016 – £360 pp 7th and 8th September 2016 – £360 pp

French cookery 6th and 7th October 2016 – £360 pp

ë MAIN Sample your new creations overlooking the stunning Camel estuary ì ABOVE Hone your culinary skills with help from the professional chefs

one-day Japanese seafood cookery course will teach you how to handle fish the correct way to create some of the best Japanese seafood dishes. Learn how to cook a range of dishes from sushi of salmon, sea bass, scallops and tuna to Japanese fish cakes with spring onions and ginger. By the end of day you’ll be equipped with a recipe folder and will be confident in producing some classic Japanese seafood dishes.

Cooking from Venice to Istanbul Inspired by Rick’s recent adventures of the historic Byzantine Empire, this two-day ‘From Venice to Istanbul’ cooking course will teach you how to cook some of Rick’s favourite recipes. Having mastered some of the recipes Rick found, you will get to enjoy your meal dining at their long ‘en famille’ table, enjoying the breath-taking view of the Camel Estuary while sipping on a glass of Sauvignon Touraine. At the end of the twoday course you’ll leave having developed the skill and enthusiasm for this exotic cuisine, along with a signed copy of Rick’s latest book, From Venice to Istanbul, to continue your very own culinary adventure.

French cookery As part of his French Odyssey TV series, Rick travelled through south west France and explored the region’s culinary heritage. On the two-day French cookery course you’ll learn how to master the cookery of the region including some of the fish, shellfish and meat dishes that Rick discovered on his travels. The French cookery course wouldn’t be complete without creating some traditional French patisserie, so learn how to make some delicious desserts with head pastry chef, Stuart Pate. At the end of the two-day course you’ll receive a complimentary discount voucher, to treat yourself to a gift or some further ingredients from Stein’s Deli.

“Create some superb seafood dishes to impress your family and friends, using fabulous fresh fish from our British shores”

For more information or to book a place on one of the new courses, use the details below.

PADSTOW SEAFOOD SCHOOL Riverside, Padstow PL28 8BY 01841 532700 www.rickstein.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Stay

Coastal

Escapes

Our choice of C�nish getaways

n A perfect patio for viewing the rugged north coast

Desirable stays in Porthtowan, Gwithian and Carbis Bay.

Tonga, Porthtowan

Porthtowan sits mid-way between St Ives and St Agnes, a stretch of coastline famous for surfing and host to a wealth of outstanding natural beauty. Chill out at one of the trendy bars on the beach or take a stroll along the South West coast path, before heading back to Tonga, the large stylish and well-equipped, detached, reverse- level property, nestled yards from the coastal path and overlooking the awe inspiring Atlantic ocean.

Gather round and get cosy as you fire up the woodburner or, if the days activities prove too much, head to bed and behold the magnificent, moonlit bay through the large, porthole window of the en-suite, master bedroom.

And don’t feel like you have be out the door at first light - this house is to be enjoyed! A large, stylish and wellequipped open-plan kitchen provides an ideal space for you and your family to break out the board games while the living room, lit spectacularly by the wraparound window, offers lounging with a view to impress.

Surrounded by a wealth of Cornish Heritage, the luxurious property is perfect if your idea of summer is sun, sea and stunning scenery.

Cornish Horizons Holiday Cottages 01841 533331 cottages@cornishhorizons.co.uk www.cornishhorizons.co.uk

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Surf Six, Gwithian Towans

Surf Six is a show-stopping beach house at Gwithian Towans in St Ives Bay. The property has been cleverly designed to accommodate up to ten people, with a cluster of bedrooms and bathrooms at each end of the building. The vibe is easygoing surf-chic – colourful and practical. West-facing sun doors in the very large open-plan living space make the best possible use of light which streams in at all times of the year.

The kitchen is beautifully designed with handmade units, and the dining area is generous. Bedrooms are simple but comfortably furnished, and bathrooms are exquisitely tiled floor to ceiling. Surf Six is fully detached and stands in its own large private garden which surrounds the beach house on all sides. There is ample parking for three or more cars behind the property, and a lawned and decked area to the front. You’ll also find a lovely outdoor shower with hot and cold water for a luxury apres-surf experience!

With miles of beach on the doorstep, enticing surf, beguiling rockpools, coastal walks and cool cafés to hand as well, Surf Six makes a perfect holiday home.

Gwithian beach is stunning; lifeguarded

in summer, it offers everything beach lovers could wish for, from a great surf academy to baby-friendly rockpools.

Across the bay the sun will set over the twinkling lights of St Ives and Carbis Bay. 01209 832848 www.forevercornwall.co.uk

Shamal

This stunning reverse-level home is a short walk to the beach and provides contemporary chic with all the luxuries you would expect for a relaxing holiday.

The second floor unfolds into an expansive open plan living, kitchen and dining area with floor to ceiling windows framing the beautiful views over Carbis Bay to St. Ives Bay and Godrevy Lighthouse. On the third floor you'll find a hideaway den

è RIGHT Clean and contemporary design creates a stunning living space

è RIGHT Lawned and decked area to the front è RIGHT Beautifully designed kitchen with handmade units

with idyllic sea views, entertainment package and games console allowing the fun to continue whatever the weather.

Outside, the covered balcony provides the perfect space for soaking up the sun and socialising, be it pre-dinner drinks or alfresco dining.

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

With its Blue Flag accredited beach, Carbis Bay is a popular choice for a luxury self-catering holiday beside the sea. The coastal railway links St Ives to Penzance and is perhaps one of the most scenic rail journeys in the UK. The train from Carbis Bay to St Ives takes about four minutes and also connects to St Erth and Penzance to mainline UK stations including Paddington, London.

Carbis Bay Holidays specialise in luxury 4 & 5 star self catering luxury accommodation in St Ives and Carbis Bay. 01736 630015 enquiries@carbisbayholidays.co.uk www.carbisbayholidays.co.uk

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Got to visit...

ROCK

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ith its south facing aspect on the protected Camel Estuary looking out towards Padstow, Rock enjoys an enviable location that’s much sought after as a holiday destination. Whether fishing, sailing, windsurfing or water-skiing there is no end of watersports on offer for all ages and all levels of experience.

For the less active, Rock is a great place to find a seat, enjoy a drink and watch the world go by, or take the short ferry ride across to Padstow. Dog-friendly year round, at low tide a mile of golden sand leads round to the popular bathing beach of Daymer Bay. A network of coastal paths allows visitors to further explore the stunning coastline by foot.

There are many high-end bars, fine restaurants and shops on offer, as well as the world class St Enodoc links golf course. Self-catering holidays in Rock never disappoint and offer easy access to all the best beaches on the north Cornwall coast.

JOHN BRAY CORNISH HOLIDAYS Pavilion Building, Rock, Wadebridge PL27 6JS 01208 863206 lettings@johnbray.co.uk www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Home

Never too late to

change Many of us dream of a change of job and lifestyle, and it’s exactly what lovely, award-winning, garden designer Jo Midwinter has done.

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Mandy Milano

ê BELOW A computer render of the Boardwalk garden design

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catch up with Jo at her home overlooking the Camel estuary.

If you’ve ever thought about employing a designer but always thought it might be rather intimidating – then Jo’s the person for you! She is warm, easy-going and bubbling over with enthusiasm for her career and lifestyle.

Conversation flows easily over mugs of tea in her colourful kitchen, her golden retriever, Harry, at our feet.

Jo explains with a huge smile: “I loved gardening from an early age and enjoyed creating gardens for myself, family and

friends. I always had a strong feeling for space and shapes. The way you can create a space to make you feel more comfortable, energised or tranquil. I had also fallen in love with Cornwall – especially around Padstow. We kept coming back to Cornwall for family holidays. Little did I know that one day I would actually be working in garden design and finally living in Cornwall right next to the Camel estuary!”

It wasn’t quite as simple as Jo makes it sound – there was a lot of determination involved in realising her dream. First in 2006, a move from their home in

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Leamington Spa where Jo worked in IT; to live in Okehampton, when her husband was offered a job nearby. Then with her children settled and working, Jo, with a huge leap of faith, gave up work and enrolled on a garden design course at Duchy College, Rosewarne. “It was finally time to do what I had always wanted to do.”

Jo says with another huge smile. “But we were still living in Okehampton – so it was quite a commitment to take on the drive to Rosewarne in north west Cornwall, let alone the added cost! But…” another grin from Jo, “life has a habit of stepping in sometimes and it turned out that two other people on the course lived nearby, so we not only shared the car journey and cost, but also became firm friends. It was a real God send!”

It’s obvious that Jo thrived. In her final year at college she was joint winner of the Society of Garden Designers’ (SGD) national student of the year award. “It was wonderful!”

Jo exclaims. “Just being at the awards ceremony; meeting and being in photos with designers whose work I had been studying!”

Then, last year she won an SGD professional award for the garden of a contemporary coastal home in north Cornwall.

I ask Jo about her philosophy on garden design. “When I approach a garden I think about how it makes you feel and how you want it to feel. I think about creating the places where it’s good to sit and reflect, places that will encourage people to spend time together, places where there is a sense

of discovery and excitement and how the garden flows between each element. I want to create a garden that will tempt my clients outside as often as possible! I like to try and find the unique character of a garden. It’s my job to raise possibilities for the garden. And I do love coastal gardens, using robust plants that can withstand whatever the weather has to throw at them. I never want to leave clients with problem plants! At the back of my mind is always… how are they going to manage this in the future?”

In any spare time she has Jo likes to go surfing “though I’m not very good!

My son surfs too and has moved from London to Newquay, so now I see them a lot, which is an added joy. I run and walk the Camel trail, and I love wildflowers so I photograph any I find, and blog about them. Oh, and we enjoy eating out, particularly in relaxed restaurants like Gilmores in Newquay for Mexican food, it’s a little shack by the golf course, or Scott and Babs at Retorrick Mill.”

I can imagine strolling round my garden, buffeted by the westerlies, talking with Jo. I love her approach of simple but exciting; of making spaces that will add to people’s lives, and her warmth and enthusiasm for the life she has made.

JO MIDWINTER GARDEN DESIGN 07761 803572 midwinterjo@gmail.com www.jomidwinter.com Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

é TOP The Camel estuary é ABOVE Jo receiving an Society of Garden Designers 2015 award

Top 5 garden design tips • Make the most of what you have! – List the things you do and don't like in your garden.

• Use of space is the most important thing to get right.

- Plan space for the elements you wish to include (e.g. dining, playing, growing veg) and the routes in between.

• Create a mood board – A clearly defined idea will help with all future decisions.

• Only select plants that work with your garden's microclimate and soil – Don’t fight it!

• Structure is the backbone of the garden – Use hardy, reliable plants packed with all-year-round form to give your garden shape throughout the year.

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A design for life

A chance meeting at the beach was all it took for working mothers Louise and Caroline to start their dream business of a lifetime.

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ouise, a Cornishwoman born and bred, studied design textiles at Chelsea School of Art and worked in the London fashion industry for 15 years. She moved back to Cornwall to start a family and ended up starting a business too. Caroline is a trained graphic designer.

She moved to Cornwall with her husband and kids to escape stressful city life.

After their initial meeting, they were brought together by their love of all things interior. The duo have now become a successful design team bringing character and integrity to homes all across Cornwall and the South West. Their relaxed yet driven and extremely focused approach is something rather unique – not just appealing but also incredibly infectious.

“It’s a perfect union”, says Caroline. “We feed off each other’s different strengths and we have naturally found our balance. We’re not perfect, and like any union we have highs and lows, but it’s always a ride and our passion and drive makes for a dynamic

coupling of our brand: Mint House.”

Louise continues: “Mint House Interiors was the perfect name for us; our fresh approach to design and our constant desire to create understated elegance that fits with our surroundings. We like to call it ‘a collective happiness through design’.”

Louise and Caroline’s honest approach to create bespoke designs and their thirst to give houses character ensures they will style you a home that feels comfortable and inviting and not like a showroom. Their general style is

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“It’s a perfect union”, says Caroline. “We feed off each other’s different strengths and we have naturally found our balance.” not intimidation, instead it elicits a feeling of relaxation, urging you to put your feet up.

Mint House endeavours to create happy homes with ‘little pockets of loveliness’.

They believe a home should feel collected instead of designed. This means finding a balance between old and new furniture is key. New is nice but fresh, ‘out-the-packet’ interiors can feel soulless and uninviting, the very antithesis of Louise and Caroline’s design credo.

The design team practise a fine balance between clean sharp lines mixed in with more natural freeform shapes. Louise comments: “We like a sense of symmetry, a yin and yang if you will. We just like to mix it up a bit. You won’t find any matching curtains and cushions in our projects!

We prefer a younger, fresher approach to design.”

Louise and Caroline hope to make all their projects smile, whether it’s an old quayside pub in Mevagissey, a newly developed

penthouse apartment in Porthtowan or a total Victorian restoration. They want to make you smile as soon as you walk through your door.

They are a small family over at Mint House, using a tight team of trusted tradespeople.

Louise and Caroline really care and look after them, who in turn treat your home the same way. They won’t put anything in your home that they wouldn’t love to have in their own.

They feel it’s important for them to furnish your home with the best quality your budget allows. Mint House love what they do and that passion is reflected in their tireless dedication to the craft.

With clients worldwide, they take on everything from simple refurbishing jobs to total renovations. Being in Cornwall, it means the team are conveniently located for dealing with the hassle of overseeing projects for second home owners and Mint House take pride in smashing forecasted holiday rental incomes. Their knowledge of the luxury holiday rental market allows them to make your property stand out from the usual crowd.

Honest and open communication with clients is key to the design process. Whether the team are inspired by relaxed Californian designs, a hip Mediterranean hotel or a minimal Scandinavian loft, they hope to give all their projects a unique character and relaxing Cornish feel.

ê BELOW Ornamental details create unique spaces

MINT HOUSE DESIGN STUDIO Trevissome Park, Chiverton Cross, Truro TR4 8JN 01872 562867 hello@minthouseinteriors.co.uk www.minthouseinteriors.co.uk Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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Charity

Cornwall Giving I Cornish businesses giving back to the local community.

"The CCF is a grant awarding charity that supports volunteerled, grassroots community groups making a positive impact in their area."

t has always been Cornwall Glass and Glazing’s (CGG) long-term ambition to create a charitable fund in order to support its surrounding community and the company alone, through it’s own named fund, has invested an astounding £45,000 in community projects across Cornwall.

However, by being a member of the Cornwall 100 Club (C100), which is the business arm of the Cornwall Community Foundation (CCF), CGG have been part of a campaign worth more than £200 000, all invested into the communities of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly with projects ranging from setting up a memory stimulation café and improving a pre-school, to supporting a local scout group and upgrading village hall facilities, all of which were made possible this year.

The CCF is a grant awarding charity that supports volunteer-led, grassroots community groups making a positive impact in their area.

Many companies want to

ë MAIN support their local communities but often Downderry lack the time, staff or expertise to handle Methodist Church the many charitable appeals that they é ABOVE receive. The CCF provides both practical and Fund supported advisory support needed to achieve this.

Wild Young The C100 is comprised of like-minded Parents Messy Play businesses, which along with taking í BELOW corporate social responsibility seriously, LEFT aspire to invest in community projects such Fund supported as developing communal spaces, providing 1st Enoder Scout activities to bring people together as well as Group members Beside the Water supporting local, charitable organisations í BELOW helping children and young people.

Fund supported Managing Director of CGG, Mark Mitchell Helston Phoenix encourages other businesses to follow Mentoring Active in the C100’s footsteps and said, “It is Plus Craft project often commented that it is trickier to give money away intelligently than to earn it.

Collaborating with other businesses within the C100 is a very easy, credible and satisfying way of ensuring the combined and significant monies granted are well directed”.

CGG’s own Cornwall Glass fund places focus on projects with children, people with mental illnesses and people suffering from domestic violence. The company remains an active and willing member of C100 and Mark encourages likeminded businesses and individuals to see the difference this can make to their philanthropic giving.

CORNWALL GLASS & GLAZING Stennack Road, Holmbush Industrial Estate, St. Austell, Cornwall PL25 3JQ 01726 66325 www.cornwallglass.co.uk/the-cornwall-glass-fund Find out more online: www.cornwall-living.co.uk

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a very British crisp from Cornwall Mandy meets Mark Sullivan who is taking some very Cornish foods out to the world.

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t is not without a little trepidation that I set off to meet Mark Sullivan, the Chairman of Warrens Bakery. He has earned a stellar reputation for growing companies in the food industry, in particular in developing their markets internationally.

In Cornwall it started with Cornish Sea Salt, and now includes Warrens, and the Cornish Seaweed Company.

But I needn’t have worried; an extremely amicable chap calls out: “Hello, come on up” from the top of the stairs at Warrens. We shake hands and he smiles warmly – the first of many; we fall into easy conversation as he sorts out tea and ushers me into the meeting room – there are a lot of colourful packets of crisps on the table, which puzzles me slightly – but more about crisps later!

Mark moved to Cornwall “to relax and take things easy,” he explains with a rather sheepish grin.

And although he does seem very relaxed, I don’t for a minute think he is taking it easy! Like so many of us, he had developed a deep affinity (his words) with Cornwall from childhood – it was a regular holiday haunt and later became a favourite for his own young family. So, after a hugely successful career advising food and related companies internationally, he left the bright lights of London behind and moved to Cornwall with his family. But it wasn’t long before he got drawn back into all things foodie! He met and loved the team and product at Cornish Sea Salt and quickly saw how he could help to grow the company and the range they sell. “It’s such a fantastic product”, he tells me, “with such great provenance (a word he uses a lot), coming from the highest quality water from the seas around

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the coast of the Lizard, no-one else can beat us! The company already had a wonderful brand image but needed a much bigger market.” He invested in the company and got stuck in! Cornish Sea Salt is now in over 35 countries around the world and has quadrupled in size at its base on the Lizard. Mark adds, “Taking the Cornwall brand out into the world is something I’m very passionate about,” Then he met the Warrens family and a similar story emerges. “I knew I could work with the brand,” Mark explains. “It’s Cornwall’s oldest bakery. I could see the potential of making it an international brand.

There is such a strong story of heritage in the shops but we run that alongside state-ofthe-art retail systems.” He is also passionate about developing the staff and cross-fertilising staff across the businesses.

“Someone can join us and develop a really successful career, with a wide range of experience, across the businesses. The food industry has plenty of opportunities and I want to see it happening in Cornwall.

We achieve that by being based in Cornwall but operating globally.”

Right on cue we are joined by Jason Jobling, Chief Operating Officer at Warrens, who is a great example of how the company likes to grow its own, as well as attract the best. He tells me: “My father was a baker here, so I guess baking is in my blood. I started working at Warrens at the age of 12 after school, dusting doughnuts with sugar! When I turned 15 I asked for, and got, an apprenticeship training to be a baker… and now I’m Chief Operating Officer!” Not bad for a boy who started out sugaring doughnuts! But although he doesn’t say so, there

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é ABOVE Chief Operating Officer Jason Jobling enjoying some down time with his family î RIGHT The eyecatching new range of crisps

has obviously been a lot of hard work and learning along the way, including stints of work experience with other bakers around the UK to learn, and bring back, new skills and ideas to Warrens.

Jason passes me a bag of crisps. “This is our latest development and they are a really good example of what we are striving for.” Mark picks up the story “We recently took over The Cornish Crisp Company; an excellent concept but it was struggling as many small companies do. We saw a different way to put Cornwall on the map and developed a new range that offered appeal internationally and created The Great British Crisp Company, flying the British flag with a Cornish heart, with all the amazing provenance that comes with that. We already have great bakers who regularly work on new product development, we already work with local potato growers, cheese makers and so on. And we have the provenance of high-quality salt and peppers. It’s a real match made in heaven. But we wanted to be truly different as well as improve on the quality of crisps, so we developed new flavours around iconic traditional British meals like ‘fish and chips’ and ‘English breakfast’.” Jason grins and adds: “I clearly remember Mark coming in one day and saying: ‘Lets have this new adventure!’ It’s certainly been an interesting journey. We had a huge debate about whether ‘chicken tikka masala’ was British, and it definitely is a contemporary classic.”

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So that explains the packets of crisps on the table!

Mark offers me a packet of fish and chip crisps – absolutely delicious! Not to be outdone, Jason opens some chicken tikka masala ones – his favourite – and he’s right… they are gorgeous, tasty tikka chicken with a little kick of curry in a crisp. The whole range has been really well received in the trade.

They have the usual core range of flavours, like salt and vinegar but they use Cornish Sea Salt and West Country cider vinegar – and there it is again, Mark’s favourite word – provenance!

Whilst munching on crisps I ask them both about time off. Apparently Mark has been known to check out supermarket shelves when on holiday to see what’s new or different! And he starts to tell me about the opportunities with Cornish Seaweed Company. “Seaweed is very sustainable, hand harvested and is incredibly nutritious. We are getting some very strong interest from a couple of ‘upmarket supermarkets’ to stock it, and we can use it in our other products too!” Great provenance again, I think quietly with a smile – his passion is definitely contagious. But I persevere, and both Mark and Jason agree that family time is very important when you work so hard. Mark likes to go canoeing and kayaking on Carrick Roads when he gets the chance and loves the unique geology of the Lizard. He also likes Godrevy for a walk and a great breakfast at Godrevy café.

Jason still enjoys baking at the weekends with his three children, the eldest of whom is only 7. He has also started to grow his own vegetables “My kids love helping but generally end up making mud pies!” His favourite beach is Sennen, where he proposed to his wife, and loves the view from the tennis courts at Trelissick. But the conversation quickly returns to baking, provenance, crisps and the staff team. Jason tells me, with some pride, that Mike who runs the crisp factory started off working in the bakery. “There really are great opportunities for young people coming into the food industry with us as we grow.”

Mark adds: “I really love Cornwall and feel extremely lucky to live here. And... it feels even better knowing we can make a difference to the local economy by taking great Cornish baking out to the rest of the world. Not just the best Cornish products, but the best British food, based in Cornwall is what we want to do.” And it seems highly likely he will succeed!

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Enjoying the journey We talk to renowned adventurer Pete Goss

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fabulous sunny afternoon in Falmouth and, apart from actually being out on the water, what better way to spend it than chatting to Pete Goss in the glorious surrounds of the Greenbank Hotel, drinking tea and watching the boats scudding across the water or gently swinging on their moorings.

I am a tiny bit in awe of meeting a sailing hero of mine – but I needn’t have worried - Pete is warm, unassuming and hugely likeable. We are quickly chatting easily about life, sailing, taking risks, the importance of the marine industry in general, but in Cornwall in particular… and most of all… about enjoying the journey along the way. He is so obviously enjoying his journey and the story so far. He tells me

that he’s not sure why I want to interview him, and when I explain that it’s because he’s a famous yachtsman and adventurer I am rewarded with the first huge grin of the day. “I’m known as the man who broke the biggest catamaran in the world!”

Actually, Pete is perhaps best known for his heroic rescue of Frenchman and fellow competitor Raphael Dinelli from mountainous Southern Ocean seas and hurricane force winds in the 1996 Vendee Globe single-handed round the world race, for which he was awarded the MBE by Her Majesty the Queen and the Legion d’Honneur by the French President. But he has also walked to the North Pole, kayaked around Tasmania, built Team Philips - arguably the most advanced sailing catamaran ever, and recreated the voyage of the smallest migrant vessel ever to make it to Australia by building the wooden lugger Spirit of Mystery amongst many other adventures.

Pete is in Falmouth to talk at the launch of the new marine team of Stephens Scown.

Verity Slater who heads up the marine team explained: “It’s all about drawing together our passion for the sea; all the members of the team love being on the water. It’s a big part of living and working by the sea! I have been a keen sailor all my life – especially on the Falmouth working boats. Creating the team is about bringing together our existing legal expertise and knowledge to consciously support the Cornish marine sector.” Pete chips in “I think it’s a great idea, the marine industry in all its guises is a thriving, but under recognised, sector – it contributes about £500 million to Cornwall’s economy.

This is the first dedicated legal team that I’ve heard of. “ He adds with a smile. “And… if you’re not supporting the marine industry in Cornwall… what are you doing?” Verity explains: “Pete is a great example for us;

“I’m known as the man who broke the biggest catamaran in the world!”

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Just some of the things Stephens Scown marine team can help with:

whatever project he is involved in has adventure but also always has an innovative, technological edge and has some link to education and young people. His trip to Australia on the Spirit of Mystery involved hundreds of schools across the country. It all helps to promote the sector.”

Pete lives in Cornwall on the Rame peninsula, “I love Cornwall and the people here. It’s been like an elastic band; as a child I travelled all over the world with my parents – but we always came back; it’s been the same for me, wherever I end up, Cornwall is home. And I do love the Rame peninsula, it’s close enough to the rest of the world but the right side of the border!”

Pete tells me that he doesn’t remember learning to sail: “It was like learning to walk, I don’t actually remember starting to sail, as a baby I lived on a yacht for a while. My great grandfather was a ship builder, my

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grandfather and father sailed; so I guess it was in my blood too.“ I ask Pete to tell me about some of the standout moments in his career so far; he grins widely. “I don’t have a career; I have a series of daft ideas! As for moments? It has to be rescuing Raphael in the Vendee Globe, saving someone’s life is definitely right up there, I get a lot of the credit but I think that Raphael’s part is forgotten, staying alive in that situation and in those conditions must have been incredibly hard. We were very lucky that it worked! The Australian navy flew out to find him and when I finally got close they switched on their landing lights to guide me in; they were flying at the absolute limit of their capabilities. We met up afterwards and I learnt that they had hovered over Raphael’s boat as I grabbed him and pulled him onto my boat, the seas were so huge we couldn’t see anything and anyway I was concentrating on getting a very sick man below decks, they told me that as soon as I got him… his boat sank! It lasted just long enough for me to rescue him.

Raphael and I are still very good friends, which apparently is quite unusual.”

Pete continues. “Then after the rescue, back in the Vendee Globe I fell in love with the Southern Ocean and her storms; you just can’t help be awed by it. I remember rounding Cape Horn and the stress lifting – you kinda know you’re on your way home, heading north it gets warmer and you start to peel off the layers. One particular night, it was 2am, I was in the Trade Winds doing 17 knots with the spinnaker up; it was a gorgeous clear night with a huge full moon and suddenly about 200 dolphins turned up! Just magical:

one to remember! Another very different one has to be the British Steel Challenge; I helped train the crews and skippered one of the boats. The whole journey from literally having to explain that they couldn’t bring a suitcase - it wouldn’t fit through the hatch! to becoming fully-fledged yachtsmen and women. That was wonderful. And of course Team Philip, sailing that boat was breathtaking! It was a one-off opportunity to build a 120ft boat with that amount of innovation – to really challenge the norm. I will ever be proud of that project. We had a huge team of 110 people and over 1.2 million people came to the visitor centre. And finally sailing her was definitely one of my moments!”

We could go on – but it was time for Pete to check in for his evening talk. We transferred to Mylor Yacht Club for Stephens Scown to welcome their guests from a diverse range of the marine industry, from charities like Turn to Starboard, and people from Pendennis Shipyard, to tiny boatyards, and everything in between, all keen to hear from Pete. As for the future, Pete tells me “I’m going sailing with my wife Tracey, we’re doing up an old 34ft boat, and then we’re off round the world… slowly! Now the kids are older, we can have an adventure together, Tracey has been with me through everything – she was the one who suggested we sell our home to fund Aqua Quorum. I’ve been round the world several times, but this time I will get to stop and look at all the places I’ve raced past – apparently Cape Horn is very beautiful.”

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ONE MINUTE BREATHING Find a quiet spot ideally (although I have used this on the tube in London in rush hour – it still works!). Ground yourself by putting both feet on the ground (hip-width apart) and take a deep breath, through the nostrils preferably. When you breathe in, you should feel your belly gently expand. Exhale through the mouth, feeling your belly slowly contract.

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