Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Discover Bude’s Blacksmithing Heritage on a Guided Walk

Step back in time and discover a fascinating part of Bude’s working heritage with a special guided walk exploring the story of local blacksmith Fred Staddon and the town’s historic canal.

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A SeaHive of underwater activity at Falmouth Harbour

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I recently visited the National Maritime Museum Cornwall with David Francis, the creator of an innovative habitat structure called a SeaHive. Suspended in front of the windows in the museum's tidal zone, it catches your eye immediately. At first glance it looks like an underwater bug hotel, but it's much more than that, writes Vicki Spooner from Falmouth Harbour.

Wadebridge Wheels raises more than £34,000 for good causes after record-breaking show

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Wadebridge Wheels 2026 has been hailed a roaring success after thousands of people flocked to the Royal Cornwall Showground for Cornwall’s biggest classic vehicle celebration.

Ship’s Bell to Ring in a New Era for Falmouth’s Classic Sailing

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A distinguished Cornish public figure will ring a ship’s bell aboard a historic tall ship in Falmouth this weekend to mark a new chapter for one of Cornwall’s best-known traditional sailing organisations.

Top stories this quarter

Sep 4, 2026

A30 road safety work between Kennards House and Five Lanes to begin this month

Drivers using the A30 between Kennards House and Five Lanes are being warned to expect delays and changes to traffic arrangements as a major programme of road safety improvements gets underway.

Sep 4, 2026

The Pearl Exchange: Five Years of Creativity, Connection and Community in Bude

In the heart of Bude, aremarkable community has grown around a simple but powerful idea: thatcreativity, connection and kindness can transform lives. Over the past five years,The Pearl Exchange (TPE) has become a welcoming haven for young adults,offering a place to learn, create, share experiences and find support.

Sep 7, 2026

Cornwall’s heritage survives because people choose to care

Behind so many museum archives, archaeological digs and community festivals is a volunteer giving their time, passion and energy to protect the stories, places and traditions that make Cornwall unique.

Sep 4, 2026

Local Legal Support in Bude

Having trusted legal support close to home can make a real difference, particularly when dealing with important decisions or unfamiliar situations.

Sep 4, 2026

Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do

People often know Neetside Community Centre or Berries Community Café, but don't always realise they're connected and run by the same charity, Bude-Stratton Community Project (BSCP).

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Sep 5, 2026

Valentine’s and finance workshop for families affected by terminal illness

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Jun 8, 2026

Meet the Maker: Anna Willis

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Jun 8, 2026

Meet the Maker: Johnty Robinson

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Apr 8, 2026

Family trio awarded Jamaica Inn shield

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Mar 30, 2026

Women’s art project final exhibition to be shown this spring

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Environment

Mar 26, 2026

Spring Ocean Watch with AK Wildlife Cruises

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Oct 2, 2025

Celebrations at Flushing Sailing Club for new eco racing “Bot”

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Oct 11, 2025

Funding awarded to community woodland

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Sep 1, 2025

Budding photographers to mark wildlife centre's 25-year celebration

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Jun 4, 2025

Lobsters released at the National Maritime Museum to mark 25th anniversary of the National Lobster Hatchery

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Sep 4, 2026

Penguin Picks

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Jun 8, 2026

Meet the Maker: Anna Willis

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Jun 8, 2026

Meet the Maker: Johnty Robinson

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Apr 15, 2026

Eden Project invites children to join a rainforest live lesson ahead of UK’s biggest weekend of community

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Mar 17, 2026

Marathon spring-summer EU and UK tour for Sarah McQuaid – and a new album in the works!

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History & Heritage

Apr 15, 2026

Volunteers are working hard at Lawrence House Museum

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Mar 31, 2026

Isaac Treeby: 'Harmless eccentric to beloved hero'

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Mar 13, 2026

Exciting changes at Wadebridge Methodist Church

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Mar 20, 2026

Exciting plans in the works for 2026 at Bodmin Keep: Cornwall's Army Museum

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Mar 8, 2026

Social history from a piece of embroidery on International Women's Day

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Food & Drink

Apr 16, 2025

Eden Project head chef helps launch nationwide Big Lunch Recipe Search

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Jan 2, 2025

Savouring winter: An Epicurean's guide

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Jan 2, 2025

Harnessing community spirit at Christmas: Castle Beach Cafe

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Dec 5, 2024

Enjoy the festive season with Colwith Farm Distillery

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Dec 5, 2024

Camel Community Supported Agriculture: Using organic growing methods to supply fresh produce

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