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From Texas to Cornwall, how one barber has embraced our community

Sandy Cooper has come a long way since the days of sitting out on her parents’ porch in a never-ending Texan summer, clipping the hair around her dad’s head from the age of 12.

A strong community - wartime stories for Remembrance

We explore some of the local stories from the war years...

Claire to trek the Himalayan Foothills for charity

Many of you reading this - and certainly those whose businesses advertise in Launceston Life magazine - will know of Claire Pearce: Supermum, adventure-seeker, and an absolute whizz when it comes to advertising and working with the community.

Cornish Christmas beach swims

Hold your horses - before you crack open the Christmas bubbles or tuck into those chocolates you’ve been eyeing up on the side, why not head into the great outdoors for a chilly winter dip in the sea? If this sounds like your idea of a good time, stick around! We’ve put together a list of beaches in Cornwall that are known for hosting festive swims.

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Win Swedish 30 min back, neck and shoulder massage at Banbury's Beauty Spa

Latest News

From Texas to Cornwall, how one barber has embraced our community

Sandy Cooper has come a long way since the days of sitting out on her parents’ porch in a never-ending Texan summer, clipping the hair around her dad’s head from the age of 12.

A strong community - wartime stories for Remembrance

We explore some of the local stories from the war years...

Claire to trek the Himalayan Foothills for charity

Many of you reading this - and certainly those whose businesses advertise in Launceston Life magazine - will know of Claire Pearce: Supermum, adventure-seeker, and an absolute whizz when it comes to advertising and working with the community.

Cornish Christmas beach swims

Hold your horses - before you crack open the Christmas bubbles or tuck into those chocolates you’ve been eyeing up on the side, why not head into the great outdoors for a chilly winter dip in the sea? If this sounds like your idea of a good time, stick around! We’ve put together a list of beaches in Cornwall that are known for hosting festive swims.

WIN BIG WITH

life competitions

Win Sunday carvery for two at Lanhydrock Hotel & Golf Club

Latest News

From Texas to Cornwall, how one barber has embraced our community

Sandy Cooper has come a long way since the days of sitting out on her parents’ porch in a never-ending Texan summer, clipping the hair around her dad’s head from the age of 12.

A strong community - wartime stories for Remembrance

We explore some of the local stories from the war years...

Claire to trek the Himalayan Foothills for charity

Many of you reading this - and certainly those whose businesses advertise in Launceston Life magazine - will know of Claire Pearce: Supermum, adventure-seeker, and an absolute whizz when it comes to advertising and working with the community.

Cornish Christmas beach swims

Hold your horses - before you crack open the Christmas bubbles or tuck into those chocolates you’ve been eyeing up on the side, why not head into the great outdoors for a chilly winter dip in the sea? If this sounds like your idea of a good time, stick around! We’ve put together a list of beaches in Cornwall that are known for hosting festive swims.

WIN BIG WITH

life competitions

Win an Afternoon Tea with a glass of Champagne for two, courtesy of Hotel Meudon!

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The team 'making stuff happen' in Launceston

A new Community Interest Company focusing on community, heritage and creativity has started in Launceston.

Cornish Christmas beach swims

Hold your horses - before you crack open the Christmas bubbles or tuck into those chocolates you’ve been eyeing up on the side, why not head into the great outdoors for a chilly winter dip in the sea? If this sounds like your idea of a good time, stick around! We’ve put together a list of beaches in Cornwall that are known for hosting festive swims.

Claire to trek the Himalayan Foothills for charity

Many of you reading this - and certainly those whose businesses advertise in Launceston Life magazine - will know of Claire Pearce: Supermum, adventure-seeker, and an absolute whizz when it comes to advertising and working with the community.

A strong community - wartime stories for Remembrance

We explore some of the local stories from the war years...

WIN BIG WITH

life competitions

Win a homemade lunch for two at The Old Library Cafe

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Launceston

Wildflowers sown along new Cornish road

A volunteer group known as the Wildflower Warriors, and the Eden Project’s National Wildflower Centre (NWC) have been bringing colour and life to a major new link road being built in Cornwall with a wildflower planting scheme.

Launceston Folk Dance Group reflects on an exciting year

Having restarted Launceston Folk Dance Group following the summer break, members have been enjoying the fun and exercise that Tuesday nights provide.

Community spirit at Christmas: Launceston’s community Christmas Day lunch

A team of volunteers are inviting people who may be struggling to their free community Christmas lunch on Christmas Day.

Then and Now: The Old Police Station

When we spend so much time walking around town, scurrying to and from the office or dipping in and out of the local shops to grab what we need, it’s easy to overlook the stories each old, wonky but charming building has to tell.

Getting into the festive spirit in Launceston

We can’t believe we’re here again, getting ready to decorate our homes with twinkling lights and obscene amounts of tinsel, but Christmas is approaching, and there is plenty to do in and around Launceston this festive season.

St Torney’s Church reopens its doors to the public, following extensive restoration work

St Torney’s Church, a Grade I listed Cornish church in North Hill, threw open its doors to the public for the first time in five years recently, with the view of creating a wonderful new community space to find peace, explore local history and delve into the arts.

Delving into the life and work of St Piran

As the annual St Piran’s Day celebrations get ready to roll out once again this year, we take a look at the man in question, and how we came to celebrate his legacy every 5th March.

Artist focus: Winning's Gallery

Tony Winning opened his gallery on Westgate Street two years ago...

Fireside reading: An autumn book recommendation from The Byre

Sarah Bradley, owner of The Byre, has delved into the bookshelves of her beautiful shop to recommend a book you won’t be able to put down...

New book explores the history of Launceston's shops

Phil World explores the history of Launceston's shops and business community in his new book...

Winners of Young Person's Poetry Competition announced

The Charles Causley Trust has announced the winners of its Young Person's Poetry Competition, with a runner-up coming from Launceston...