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PeopleGwav Winter 2010Gwav Winter 2010PlacesTrevor specialises in Cornish and Celtic stories inthe ‘Droll’ tradition and performs for groups ofall ages. There will invariably be an element ofparticipation so that the audience has a hand in thesuccess of the performance. This can range fromsimple repetition of words or phrases to dressingup and acting parts or joining in with the musicalaccompaniment - percussion instruments provided.Trevor will also bring his own instruments to play.The aim is an inclusive experience for all whilstlearning a little of the traditions of Cornwall, andhaving FUN!Along with a keen interest in Cornish folklore,history and language, Trevor is also a musician and isa member of The Fishy Tales Company and Cornishband Hwilas; more details on the website.Recent storytelling performances have been atLowender Peran and Saltfest Festivals, Halloweenfor the Forestry Commission, local schools, privategroups and working with adults with learningdifficulties.Trevor has a current CRB issued by Cornwall CountyCouncil and is fully insured.CornishandCelticStoriesTo arrange your storytelling session with Trevorcontact him on:01208 841660 or email: highpitpress@thegreenhouse.telinco.co.ukNext public performance will be Christmas Storieswith the Forestry Commission in Cardinham Woodson the 20th December. Phone them for reservationson Peninsula Events Booking Line: 01392 834233,or email: enquiries.peninsula@forestry.gsi.gov.uk,or visit: www.forestry.gov.uk/cardinhamWebsite address: www.highpitpress.co.ukTheDrill HallRe-opensA historic building in St.Ives has been officially reopenedby the Mayor after major refurbishmentswhich will inject new life into the building as wellas the local economy.The old Drill Hall has been a hub of the communityfor nearly 200 years, from church-goers to ATCcadets. It is now welcoming shoppers, as its sevenunits have filled, offering a wide range of productsand services for residents and visitors to the town.The Drill Hall was officially opened on the 18thNovember with a private party for guests and ribboncutting by the Mayor of St.Ives Cllr Yvonne Watson.Local businessman Pete Eddie, who now ownsthe building, has spent the best part of this yearensuring that the businesses which have taken theunits will have the best possible facilities.Cllr Yvonne Watson, Mayor of St.Ives said, “I amdelighted that we have had new and establishedbusinesses in the Drill Hall. It is a building which hasbeen at the heart of the community in St.Ives forover 200 years, so it is right that it should continueto support the townspeople and their businesses.”Peter Eddy added “There is something for everyoneand I hope that it will be a hive of activity for thetown. The seven businesses are CafeArt, BrooksSmith Gallery, Serendipity Smile, Birds of a Feather,Poppy Treffry, Salon Uno and Favela.”The Drill Hall was originally known as the St IvesTeetotal Methodist Chapel and dates back to1841. The congregation gave their time and skillsas tradesmen and for finance, a basin was kepton a table into which members placed whateverthey could afford. The bowl was never failed to bereplenished until the building was completed.The granite Teetotal Chapel featured box pewswith doors and had a gallery running all around theinterior. The old organ was up next to the gallerywith the choir stalls. In its heyday, the chapel wasgreatly noted for the high standard of singing fromthe choir, whilst its large congregation includedseveral of the best known personalities of early andmid-Victorian St.Ives.Over a period of 70 years, the Drill Hall featuredin community life of St.Ives in a range of ways,which included being used as a boxing club and fleemarkets.For more information please drop into The Drill Hallon Chapel Street in St.Ives visit their Facebook page.If you have any stories to share about the Drill Hall,please email helen@eventy.co.uk20 Cornish Story MagazineCornish Story Magazine 21