Thursday, September 24, 2026

Cornish Master Mariner in training as Falmouth Harbour Pilot

Falmouth Harbour has recruited a highly qualified Master Mariner and Marine Surveyor - who has captained P&O cross-Channel ferries - for intensive training and familiarisation before becoming an Authorised Falmouth Pilot.

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Sep 24, 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.
Sep 24, 2026

A SeaHive of underwater activity at Falmouth Harbour

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.
Sep 7, 2026

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

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.
Sep 5, 2026

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

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.
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.

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Sep 24, 2026

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

Jun 8, 2026

Meet the Maker: Anna Willis

Jun 8, 2026

Meet the Maker: Johnty Robinson

Apr 8, 2026

Family trio awarded Jamaica Inn shield

Mar 30, 2026

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

Environment

Mar 26, 2026

Spring Ocean Watch with AK Wildlife Cruises

Oct 2, 2025

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

Oct 11, 2025

Funding awarded to community woodland

Sep 1, 2025

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

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

Jun 8, 2026

Meet the Maker: Anna Willis

Jun 8, 2026

Meet the Maker: Johnty Robinson

Apr 15, 2026

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

Mar 17, 2026

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

History & Heritage

Apr 15, 2026

Volunteers are working hard at Lawrence House Museum

Mar 31, 2026

Isaac Treeby: 'Harmless eccentric to beloved hero'

Mar 13, 2026

Exciting changes at Wadebridge Methodist Church

Mar 20, 2026

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

Mar 8, 2026

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

Food & Drink

Apr 16, 2025

Eden Project head chef helps launch nationwide Big Lunch Recipe Search

Jan 2, 2025

Savouring winter: An Epicurean's guide

Jan 2, 2025

Harnessing community spirit at Christmas: Castle Beach Cafe

Dec 5, 2024

Enjoy the festive season with Colwith Farm Distillery

Dec 5, 2024

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

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