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Welcome to the first issue of the Penwith Eye a new
monthly publication dedicated to Penwith. We hope
that this magazine will show our love of Penwith and
how proud we are to be Cornish.
We want to highlight the beauty, the people, the businesses, the
history and the heritage of our beautiful corner of the world.
This magazine is for you, so no matter where you are from, whether
you are a local, a regular visitor or someone who visited years ago
and fell in love with the area, we would really love your input.
You can be a part of this magazine by sending us any stories of
Penwith you have that you think may be of interest, be it factual,
historical, family orientated, recent, old or just downright funny
(everyone loves those) If you have any photographs old or new such
as historical photos, photos of the area, the people, events, perhaps a
beautiful view captured recently, we welcome them all. There must
be so many interesting photos that never get seen as they are simply
tucked away at home. Sharing stories and photographs are vital to
keep memories alive for future generations and we hope, with your
help, to play a part in this by featuring them in Penwith Eye.
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What’s new.
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Golowan 2017
Wed 21st June - Golowan Fun Fair
(through to Sunday evening)
WHAT’S ON
in Penwith
Thurs 22nd June - The Marquee! Brought to Golowan
by Big Tow Productions, St. Anthony’s car park from
Thurs 22nd through to Quay Fair Day.
Thurs 22nd June 7pm – 11pm – The Marquee, St
Antony’s car park – Election of the Mock Mayor
Fri 23rd June -10.00 pm - Torchlit Procession –
Chapel Street
Fri 23rd June - 10.45 pm – 11.10 pm - Fireworks –
Penzance Harbour from Albert Pier
Sat 24th June – Mazey Day
Sun 25th June – Quay Fair Day
The above are only a few of the events happening during
Golowan, a full list of all events can be found at:
www.golowanfestival.org
Art
30th June – 15th July - The Lighthouse Gallery,
Causewayhead Penzance – Exhibition – Gemma Pearce,
Mark Poprawski & Michael Sanders – Cornish Coast
Until 3rd June – Penlee House Gallery & Museum,
Penzance- Exhibition – A Casket of Pearls
10th June – 9th Sept – Penlee House Gallery &
Museum, Penzance – Exhibition – Stanhope Forbes:
Father of The Newlyn School
Until 30th May- Cornwall Contemporary, Parade
Street, Penzance – Neil Pinkett – A year at Cape
Cornwall
3rd June – 1st July – Cornwall Contemporary, Parade
Street, Penzance- Philip Lyons & David Mankin
3rd – 23rd June- Cornwall Contemporary, Parade
Street, Penzance – Nickie Carlyon – My Family
27th May- 1st July- The New Craftsman Gallery – St
Ives – Hilary Mayo – Topography of a Landscape
Until 3rd Sept – Tate St Ives- Jessica Warboys
Until 3rd Sept – Tate St Ives- The Studio and The Sea
Until 3rd Sept – Tate St Ives- That Continuous Thing:
Artists & The Ceramics Studio, 1920 – Today
Theatre
Sat 3rd June - 7.30pm – Penlee Park Theatre –
Untamed Theatre – ‘Much ado about nothing
Fri 16th June – 7.30pm – Penlee Park Theatre -
Susie Mac
Fri 23rd June – 8pm – Penlee Park Theatre- Cornish
(not BBC) Question Time
Fri 23rd June - 8pm – Acorn, Penzance – Oye Santana
Sat 24th June – 7.30pm - Penlee Park Theatre- The
changing room with the Oggymen live in concert
Tues 27th & Wed 28th June - 7.30pm – Penlee Park
Theatre – Seven Stone Theatre- The Vicar of Dibley
Fri 30th June- 7.30pm - Penlee Park Theatre -
Sarah Mcquaid
Fri 2nd June – 8pm – The Acorn Theatre, Penzance
- Cain
Thurs 8th June – 7.30pm – The Acorn Theatre – Rabbit
Theatre present the Odyssey
Penlee Park Open Air Theatre, Penzance
Fri 9th June – 8pm – The Acorn Theatre, Penzance –
Scilly Laughs
Wed 21st June – 8pm – The Acorn Theatre, Penzance –
Martha Tilstonn
Thurs 22nd June – 8pm – The Acorn Theatre, Penzance
– Fruit Tree Golwan Week
Fri 23rd June – 8pm – The Acorn Theatre, Penzance –
Oye Santana
29th May – 2nd June – 7.30pm - St Ives Theatre -
Kidzrus – Aladdin Jr
Music
Sat 17th June – 9pm - Studio Bar, Bread Street
Penzance - Veller Lia
Sun 18th June 7.30pm – St. Mary’s Church, Chapel
Street, Penzance – Fauré
Mon 19th June - 8 pm – The Crown, Victoria Square,
Penzance– Crown Sessions
Mon 19th June -8 pm – St. Mary’s Church, Chapel
Street, Penzance – Dawn to Dusk
Tues 20th June 8 pm – St. Mary’s Church, Chapel
Street, Penzance – Fairytales and Fantasies
Tues 20th June - 8.30 pm – 10.30 pm – The Alexandra
Inn, Alexandra Road, Penzance – Open Mic
Tues 20th June 9 pm – Studio Bar, Bread Street,
Penzance – Open Mike
Wed 21st June - Church, Chapel Street, Penzance –
Midsummer Mozart
Wed 21st June - 10 pm – Studio Bar, Bread Street,
Penzance – The Walker Brothers
Thurs 22nd June - 8 pm – St Mary’s Church, Chapel Street, Penzance – Penzance
Youth String Orchestras in Concert
Thurs 22nd June - 8.30 pm – 11 pm – The Star Inn, Market Jew Street, Penzance –
Open Mic
Thurs 22nd June - 9 pm – Studio Bar, Bread Street, Penzance – Stuart O’Conner
Fri 23rd June 1.30 pm – 3 pm – Redwing, Wood Street, 36A Market Jew Street – The
Latin Quarter Afro-Cuban Music Workshop
Fri 23rd June 7 pm – Redwing, Wood Street, 36A Market Jew Street– Silver Ghost
band in Concert
Fri 23rd June - 10 pm – Studio Bar, Bread Street, Penzance – Ranger Smith
Sat 24th June - 8 pm – Acorn, Penzance – Northern Soul Night Spectacular
Sun 25th June - 11 am, 1 pm, 2.30 pm & 4pm – Acorn, Penzance – Kakatsitsi Master
Drummers Workshops
Sun 25th June - 6 pm – Acorn, Penzance – Kakatsitsi & Friends
More events
Tues 30th May; 8pm – The Crown, Victoria Square, Penzance – Golowan Quiz
Wed 14th June – 8.30-10.30am – Jaguar XK Tour of Britain (start of day 3) –
Trereife House
Fridays 9am-1pm (weather permitting) – Gulval Car Boot Sale – Gulval Cricket Club
Sundays 8am – Hayle Car Boot Sale, Hayle Rugby Club
Every Wednesday (April – Oct) – 10am – Rosudgeon Car Boot Sale
Fridays 9am-1pm – St Johns Hall, Penzance – Penzance Farmer’s Market
Tuesdays 9am – 12 Noon - Sennen Community Centre- Sennen Farmer’s Market
Second & fourth Saturday of each month – 9.30am – 12.30pm - The Village Hall, St
Buryan – St Buryan’s Farmer’s Market
Third Saturday of the month – 9.30am – 2pm –
The Guidhall, St Ives – St Ives Farmer’s Market
Sat 17th June 10am – 4pm – St. John’s Hall, Penzance – Art & Illustration Book Fair
Sat 17th June 7 pm for 7.30 – Ssh! Simply Second Hand, Unit 4, Brewery Yard, Bread
Street, Penzance – Fashion Show
Sun 18th June 10.30 am – Civic Church Parade for the Feast Service-from St John’s
Hall to St John’s Church
Sun 18th June 2pm – Penzance Cricket Club – A match between the Town Mayor’s XI
and PZCC President’s XI
Tues 20th June -10 am – 8 pm – St Buryan Methodist Church, St Buryan Village –
Arts and Crafts Exhibition (runs until Fri 23rd June)
Wed 21st June 6 pm – Newlyn Filmhouse –
A Plastic Ocean
Thurs 22nd June - 7 pm – Redwing, Wood Street, 36A Market Jew Street – Latin
Dance Evening
Sat 24th June - 12 pm – 5pm – Pengersick Castle and Gardens, Praa Sands, TR20 9SJ
– Witches’ Afternoon Tea Party
Sun 25th June - 12 noon – 1 pm – Float Your Boat – Wherry Town Boating Lake
To have your event(s) listed in
The Penwith Eye please email:
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BEAUTY
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BEAUTY
S.L.B. Hairdressing
Beauty.
I-Glow tanning and beauty was
opened two years ago by Salon
Owner Sarah Button. Due to
an increasing client base and
treatment range they have recently
relocated to much larger premises
in Chough House, Longrock,
complete with free parking.
iGlow offers a wide range of treatments from
lava shell massage to Russian volume lashes,
shellac nails to hopi ear candling. All treatments
are carried out by fully qualified beauty
therapists in a relaxed and friendly environment.
The salon boasts top of the range sunbeds which
are infused with ibrite and blue infinity tubes for
maximum tanning results.
Pamper Parties are available at the salon which
are perfect for Hen parties, Birthdays and
Children’s parties.
I-Glow Tanning and Beauty
First Floor, Chough House,
Longrock Industrial Estate,
Penzance
01736 351433
www.i-glowbeauty.co.uk
iglowbeauty@mail.com
Opening Times
Mon – Wed 9am – 6pm
Thurs-Fri 9am – 7pm
Sat 10am – 4pm
Meet the team
Sarah Button
Salon Owner, NVQ Level 3
qualified Beauty Therapist
specialising in eyelash extensions
and nail enhancements.
Sarah Bennetts
NVQ Level 3 therapist
specialising in massage therapies
including lava shell massage.
Rebecca Eddy
NVQ Level 3 qualified
therapist specialising in
lash extensions.
Toni Gunn
NVQ level 3 and 4 qualified
therapist specialising in advanced
electrolysis and hopi ear candling.
Here at the Penwith Eye we love
chatting with new businesses and
finding out what makes them tick.
This month we met Shannen Louise
Bence, a mobile hairdresser and
Owner of S.L.B Hairdressing;
Did you always want to be a hairdresser?
Yes, I have always wanted to be a hairdresser from
a young age, I’ve always loved being creative and
hairdressing is the perfect job for me to be able
to do that.
What is it that you love about your job?
I think that there’s more to the job than people
think. It’s not just about making a client’s hair
look great, it’s the fact you have the ability to
change their whole day and make them feel so
much better about themselves, that’s definitely the
best bit of my job.
How did you qualify as a hairdresser?
I did my hairdressing training as an
apprenticeship in SHB Hair & Beauty (previously
known as Gary Stuart’s) That was where I gained
my NVQ2 & NVQ3. I loved being hands on
throughout my training.
I believe that in hairdressing you never stop
learning even once you’ve qualified. I’ve found
that there is always new stuff to learn whether
it’s a new colouring technique or a hair up you
can always expand your knowledge especially as
trends and fashions are always changing.
What made you decide to start up your
own business?
I’ve worked in a couple of salons since I qualified
four and a half years ago and met some great
friends. But In February this year I decided
to take the plunge and set up my own mobile
hairdressing business and S.L.B Hairdressing
was born. It was a scary thought but with
determination I knew I could do it
How has it been going so far?
So far it’s been amazing! I find that its much more
personal at someone’s home and it feels more
relaxed for both the client and myself. The support
from my friends, family and clients has been
brilliant. My clients mean the world to me because
without them my career wouldn’t be possible.
What areas do you cover?
I cover from Helston, Falmouth and Truro as
well as Penzance and surrounding areas.
What’s next for S.L.B Hairdressing?
I’ve always wanted my own business and my dream
is to convert a garage into a little salon once me and
my husband have brought our first home.
I’ve always wanted my own business but never
really fancied owning a salon on a high street so
coverting my own salon one day is my dream.
What do you think makes you stand out from
other hairdressers?
I can offer things that are a bit different from the
usual such as hair sparkless which have been very
popular. I also do children’s hair and am available
for children’s parties which include plaiting,
glitter hair and hair sparkles. I send clients
a confirmation message the day before their
appointment as a reminder, I have loyalty cards
to reward my regular clients, I even bring sweets
for children for after their haircuts. My aim is to
bring the salon experience to you in the comfort
of your own home.
Shannen is currently taking on new clients
and is also available for late appointments.
Be sure to keep an eye on her facebook page
which is regularly updated with photos of her
work, o ffers and competitions. You can also
book an appointment via her facebook page.
01736 351433 | www.i-glowbeauty.co.uk | iglowbeauty@mail.com
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Penzance Natural
Health Centre
5 Morrab Road Penzance Cornwall TR18 4EL
Established 1984
We believe in the natural ability of
every body to move towards health
and wholeness.
• Acupuncture • Counselling
• Cranial Technique • Medical Herbalism
• Homeopathy • Massage • Osteopathy
• Physiotherapy • Psychotherapy • Reflexology
• Shiatsu • Sports Therapy Massage
• Food Sensitivity Testing
Opening times:
Monday to Thursday: 9am - 12.30 | 2 - 4.30pm
Friday: 9am - 1.00 | 2 - 4.00pm
Saturdays and Sundays appointments only.
01736 360522
www.penzancenaturalhealthcentre.co.uk
S.L.B HAIRDRESSING
M O B I L E H A I R S T Y L I S T
C A L L S H A N N E N :
07539 328377
“The only way to do great work is to love what you do.”
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THE NATURAL HEALTH CENTRE
Encouraging the body to work naturally
The challenges and fast changing
demands of modern life can so occupy
our thoughts that we forget about the
most important consideration: ourselves,
and the importance of maintaining
our bodies so we can lead relaxed and
healthy lives.
Reflexology is a complementary
therapy that encourages the body to
work naturally to restore its
own balance.
A reflexologist does not claim to cure,
diagnose or prescribe. Reflexology is
based on the principle that all parts of
the body are reflected in the feet and
hands and by applying gentle pressure
to these areas it will have an effect on
the corresponding part of the body
and thus restore balance.
It is believed to have a history that
traces back 5,000 years to Ancient
Egypt, India and China. It was
introduced to the West in 1913 as ‘zone
therapy’ by Dr William Fitzgerald and
further developed by Eunice Ingham
in the 1930’s.
A reflexologist uses hands only to
apply gentle pressure to the feet.
For each patient, the application of
therapy is unique.
Sensitive, trained hands can detect
subtle changes in specific points on the
feet, in these areas the reflexologist will
work carefully to release the tension
and restore the flow of energy to the
whole system.
In doing this, tensions are eased,
elimination and circulation improved,
bringing about a feeling of relaxation
and wellbeing to the client. This gentle
therapy encourages the body to heal
itself at its own pace.
This therapy encourages the body to
heal itself after illness or injury; it is
extremely effective in relieving stress
and maintaining wellbeing once good
health has been restored.
If you would like to know more or to
book a reflexology appointment with
our resident reflexologist Clare Savage
then please contact Penzance Natural
Health Centre on 01736 365022.
PURE NUFF STUFF
Lovingly Hand Made
Pure Nuff Stuff lovingly hand-make
every Pure Nuff product in small
batches, ensuring it’s all lovely and
fresh and you can enjoy the full 12
months shelf-life.
They listen to their customers
which means that much of their
new product development is led by
them – or, in other words, by you!
Their small-batch approach means
they can alter their essential oil
blends if you’d prefer something
else, so check out the Custom
Made section on their website.
They are the only company in the
country that offers this service, so
give it a whirl!
Pure Nuff Stuff believe in high
quality, honesty, ethical standards,
and all-round personal loveliness.
It’s all natural, too. Everything
they make uses only vegetable or
mineral ingredients, and they’re
extracted as naturally as possible.
They use organic and fairly traded
sources whenever possible.
Everything they make has been
certified for safety by an independent
laboratory in accordance
with UK and EU regulations.
Their anti-animal testing policy is
clear (they don’t, at all, ever) and
they maintain a fied cut off date
of 1995 for all ingredients. They
are as sustainable as can be, using
glass bottles and HDPE – the most
recyclable plastic you can get.
Pure Nuff Stuff is in Penzance with
their shop next door to their workshop,
and they love having visitors.
Based in a beautiful historic building
called The Egyptian House on
lovely old Chapel Street.
If you’re in Penzance then Pure
Nuff Stuff is well worth a visit
Pure Nuff Stuff, The Egyptian
House, 6 Chapel Street, Penzance,
TR18 4AJ. Tel: 01736 366008,
Email: info@purenuffstuff.co.uk
Web: www.purenuffstuff.co.uk
Beauty.
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BLACKS OF CHAPEL STREET
The place to share
THE TURKS HEAD
Taste of the West Gold Winner
Food.
Situated on the historic Chapel
Street in the heart of Penzance
Blacks is a Dining Room and Bar
that is designed to offer something a
little bit different.
Whatever the time of day you will find a
warm and relaxing atmosphere at Blacks
whether you are looking for a light lunch,
three course meal, a delicious cocktail or
simply a coffee or Cornish Cream Tea.
If you are in need of liquid refreshment
they offer a range of drinks including
proper coffee (based on the awardwinning
Fat Roc brand) and Novus teas.
To compliment the menu the well stocked
bar is filled with local beers and gins with
wines not only from Cornwall but from
around the world too.
Blacks pride themselves on a menu that
encompasses fresh local seafood which
is delivered fresh from Newlyn on a
daily basis and prime Cornish meat from
their local producers and all dietary
requirements can be accommodated.
The new menu boasts Blacks popular
sharing platters, the perfect choice for a
meal with friends and a great opportunity
to sample a range of delicious dishes.
You’ll be spoilt for choice with a variety
of platters available including Shellfish,
Seafood, Meat and Vegetarian options…
the perfect accompaniment to the varied
wine list available.
Blacks is available for Private functions
such as birthday parties and family
celebrations as well as being able to
accommodate business events such as
luncheons and business dinners . They
can even black out the windows if you are
looking for that more intimate atmosphere
for your celebration and can cater to
specific themes of your choice.
We recommend booking a table as
unsurprisingly Blacks is one of Penzance’s
most popular eateries.
Full menus available to view on the
website; www.blacksofchapelstreet.com
Situated on Chapel Street in Penzance
The Turks Head which has recently
undergone a refurbishment is well known
for being the oldest pub in town as well as
for serving a great selection of fine real ales.
Renowned for their exceptional food the
kitchen is run by their very own Masterchef
Lee Groves (Masterchef runner up 2010).
Lee has gained several accolades and has worked
in a variety of restauarants in Devon, Cornwall and
beyond during a career spanning three decades.
Dishes are cooked to order using the freshest of local
produce. There are seasonal specials and a variety
of delicious seafood dishes alongside the usual
favourites such as homemade burgers and traditional
Sunday Roasts.
With such a mouth-watering menu on offer it’s no
wonder that the Turks Head was named Taste of the
West Gold Winner, winning the accolade ‘Dining
Pub of the year’ as well as being shortlisted for the
best in the whole of the South West.
On a Summer’s evening you can enjoy a barbeque
in the beer garden which is home to a large
Jumberella… perfect for if the evening turns chilly.
Live music events are popular at the Turks Head.…
be sure to follow them on facebook to keep up with
events and offers.
The pub is dog friendly so your furry friends are
more than welcome to accompany you and enjoy a
relaxed evening at one of Penzance’s finest pubs.
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THE TURKS HEAD - 01736 363093
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Experience the unique atmosphere of this historical
pub steeped in intrigue and mystery. Imagine
yourself taking a drink in the same place that Pirates
and Smugglers once used some 750 years ago.
Our kitchen serves the freshest, finest local
produce, recognised by numerous awards.
All you need to do is sit back and enjoy.
Take in the Cornish sun while enjoying your
meal al fresco in our covered seating area.
The Turks Head, 49 Chapel Street,
Penzance, TR18 4AF
01736 363093
www.turksheadpenzance.co.uk
Find us on facebook
A friendly bar and dining room located in the historic
heart of Penzance. Whether popping in for coffee and
cake or you have time for a leisurely lunch or dinner, our
menus offer our customers that something a little bit
different celebrating fresh locally sourced produce from
the land and sea matched with our selection of local
beers, ciders and wines.
Whatever time of day a warm welcome awaits at Blacks.
01736 369729
www.blacksofchapelstreet.com
CORNWALL’S
CHOCOLATE COVE
healthy eating but without the denial of pleasure
The founder, Judy Hedden started her chocolate
journey because after years of working in a very
stressful job, she felt continually exhausted and
ill. With a strong desire to make positive changes,
she took a leap and went back to college to study
Nutritional Therapy to try and bring back her
zing. But Judy soon realised that some ‘health
diets’ can be taken too far and have the opposite
effect. Judy explained, “There have been points
in my life when I’ve taken on strict diet regimes
to improve my health, but all that restriction
and denial just made me really miserable, which
negated all the good I was doing with the nutrition…the
one thing I missed when I was being so
pure, was a truly naughty, delicious treat – but I
didn’t enjoy the huge guilt I felt for having it…”
So with nutrition knowledge tucked in her bag,
she went in search of true happiness and found it
by combining her two great loves; chocolate and
travel. “I wanted to create a series of chocolates
that were as nutritious as possible, but that would
take the taster away on a luxurious journey
of discovery as each revealing layer of flavour
was uncovered.” Inspired by the crystal clear
turquoise of the open sea, and the wild forces of
nature, these chocolates are made with no cane
sugar but instead low GI, mineral rich coconut
sugar, vitamin rich lucuma, high antioxidant raw
cacao blended with slowly steeped flavours, it’s
no wonder they’re called the very healthy chocolate.
“We all work so hard, so let’s enjoy nutrition,
throw out denial and bring back balance with
good health through pleasure.”
Cornwall’s Chocolate Cove chocolates are
currently available at The Eden Project, Archie
Browns (Penzance & Truro), The Art of Wine
(Truro), The Green Door Health Store and the
Allotment Deli (both in St Ives).
www.facebook.com/cornwallschocolatecove
Instagram, twitter. Website launching soon.
Food.
AUNTY
MAYS
Sandwiches, baguettes & salads freshly made to order,
12 pasties baked fresh daily, homemade scotch eggs, quiches & cakes. ,
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RECIPES FOR KIDS
Father’s Day Cupcakes
HEALTHY BOXES
Baked Frittata with Cornish New Potatoes
Food.
This simple cupcake recipe is a fab
one that the kids can make and decorate
for Father’s Day (please ensure
children are supervised by an adult
especially when using an oven.
INGREDIENTS
• 125g (4oz) unsalted butter softened
• 125g (4oz) caster sugar
• 125 (4oz) self-raising flour
• Tiny pinch of salt
• 2 medium eggs
• 2 tablespoons of milk
• 12 hole muffin tin & 12 paper cases
METHOD
1. Set the oven to 190C, (gas mark 5)
2. Tip the butter into a bowl and beat it
until softened.
3. Add the sugar, flour, salt, eggs and milk
and whisk until mixture is smooth.
4. Use a traditional-style ice-cream scoop
or spoon to divide the mixture between
all the paper cases
5. Place muffin tins in the oven and bake
for 15 minutes until cupcakes are a light
golden colour.
6. Remove the tin from the oven. Leave the
cupcakes to cool in the tin for a few minutes,
then transfer them to a wire rack.
7. Once cooled the cupcakes can be iced
and decorated. For an extra special
decoration why not let the children draw
little pictures or make little flags, tape
them to straws or cocktail sticks then
stick them in the cupcakes for a cute
finishing touch.
A simple seasonal recipe that’s
delicious hot or cold with a leafy salad
Wash 500g of Cornish early new potatoes,
rubbing away any dirt & loose skin. There’s no
need to peel them. Cut them into slices, about
the thickness of a pound coin.
Place into a small, shallow baking dish, about
15 x 25 cm. Toss the slices in some olive oil
& bake in the oven, at 160C, for 20 minutes.
Turn them occasionally. They should be soft
but not getting brown. Add a few sliced spring
onions to the potatoes & return to the oven for
another 5 minutes. Whisk 3 eggs together with
some salt & pepper, a tiny splash of water &
some finely choppedw parsley.
Pour the eggs over the cooked potatoes. For
a special treat place a few sticks of chargrilled
asparagus on top. Return to the oven for the
final time and bake for 10 minutes or until
the eggs are just set. Cook’s tip... this is a great
way to use up left over cooked potatoes - you
just need to slice them & heat with the spring
onions - your frittata will be ready even sooner!
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CORNISH NICKNAMES
Did you know there were
nicknames given to Cornish
towns and villages in Victorian
times? They were not always
flattering but existed nonetheless.
The nicknames came about
for all sorts of reasons and were
related to locations and history.
Some were formed to reflect
occupations (hence a coastal
town known for fishing had
nicknames featuring fish). With
a little research, we believe
some of the names in Penwith
were as follows. Have you heard
of these before?
• Hayle - Bulldogs
• Marazion - Crows
• Mousehole - Cut throats or
Madagascar Birds
• Newlyn - Buccas
• Penzance - Scads (horse
mackerel) or Pirates
• St Buryan - Hogs
• St Ives - Hake Whippers
• St Just - Red Tailed Drones,
Bugs or Fuggans
• Zennor - Goats
COUNTRY SKITTLES
The home of 9 pin skittles and great food in West Cornwall
Set in beautiful rural surroundings a couple of miles out of Hayle,
Country Skittles is a great family entertainment centre with a
restaurant serving delicious freshly cooked meals at a wide range
of prices to suit everyone.
Whether it’s a family celebration, an office night out or just the two
of you, Country Skittles is the place to come!
Lots of parking, a warm welcome and guaranteed fun for everyone!
With skittle (bowling) alleys, lots of games, a great restaurant and
bar, Country Skittles is definitely the place to come - rain or shine!
Country Skittles, Townsend Hayle TR27 6ER
01736 850209, www.countryskittles.com
WELCOME GOLOWAN 2017!
The feast of St John, Patron Saint of Penzance
Golowan is the feast of St John, Patron Saint of
Penzance. Midsummer was celebrated all over
Cornwall from the 23rd of June (St John’s Eve) up
until the 28th of June (St Peter’s Eve).
Golowan’s antics, rituals and customs included
the lighting of bonfires, rolling blazing tar barrels
down streets and burning torches. It was this that
contributed to Golowan dying out in the late 19th
century, it was deemed to be too much of a fire risk
making the insurance premiums too high.
Penzance was the last town to lose the tradition in
the 1890’s. Thankfully in 1991 the Golowan festival
was revived along with many of its traditions.
There are 3 main days to Golowan; Mazey Eve,
Mazey Day and Quay Fair Day.
Mazey Eve is centred around the harbour area of
Penzance. Celebrations kick off with the traditional
serpent dance. Penzance’s ‘Obby Oss’ Penglaz also
makes an appearance. Penglaz is a horse skull
representing fertility, he dances, leading people
through the streets to the sound of the traditional
Golowan tune played by the festival band.
Children love Mazey Eve especially the excitement
of staying up late to watch the fireworks at 11pm.
Crowds gather by the sea watching the fireworks
light up the night sky as they shoot out over the
sea. On Mazey Eve a Mock Mayor is elected after
candidates make ridiculous promises, much to the
amusement of a raucous crowd!
On the Saturday, it’s the main event; Mazey Day.
There is excitement in the air, roads are closed,
and stalls line the streets along with greenery,
decorations, flags and brightly coloured banners…
A truly amazing sight.
The beautifully handcrafted banners and flags are
created each year to reflect the year’s theme. The
vibrant decor continues from town to the front.
The Quay and The Promenade, even the Jubilee
Pool are dressed to impress with handmade flags
waving in the sea air.
Mazey Day is a culmination of amazing talent,
creativity and hard work from thousands of
children from the local schools. With the support
of their teachers and parents they have produced
themed costumes, an array of painted faces and
very impressive sculptures both big and small.
Once the hard work is over the children are
able to display their work to the public. They
proudly parade through thousands of spectators
accompanied by the sounds of school bands, live
music, and a Mazey Day favourite… The Samba
band. Year after year the creativity shown by the
school children is nothing short of amazing.
Sunday is Quay Fair Day. The fair is an obvious
must for the children but the day is great for all
ages. A relaxed atmosphere, a chance to walk
around, take your time, listen to some live music,
and follow your nose to a variety of stalls offering
food from all around the world.
Golowan is special, people come from all over the
world to experience it. It is a part of our heritage
and to be able to share that with people is amazing.
So, a big thankyou to all those involved in making
Golowan the success that it is…Golowan definitely
makes you feel proud to be Cornish!
What’ to do.
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A LOVELY LONG WEEKEND IN PENZANCE
Things to do with all the family whatever the weather
What to do.
Penzance is packed full of things to do with
all the family whatever the weather, so
much so that it can be hard to decide. Why
not follow our advice and read on for our
suggestions for planning the perfect long
weekend in Penzance;
Arriving on a Friday evening? Drop off your bags
and head down to The Waterside Meadery to sample
some ‘Pirate Food’ With low lighting and a rustic
medieval décor the food Is served on wooden plates
by waitresses dressed as serving wenches (and eaten
with your fingers in true medieval style of course!)
The kids will be enthralled by the lanterns and pirate
style artefacts that adorn the walls and ceilings and
for the adults why not sample our famous Cornish
Mead wine… careful though it’s not for the
faint hearted!
Portions are plentiful with a range of starters mains
and desserts and the restaurant is nestled on the
Harbour providing the perfect setting to end your
evening with a pleasant stroll.
Only here for the weekend? Saturday is the perfect
day to explore the wide range of shops that Penzance
has to offer. There’s something for everyone
with popular high street retailers among quirky
independent outlets selling everything from books
(check out Edge of The World Bookshop on Market
Jew Street, an independent bookshop stocking the
newest titles as well as quirky finds and local titles.
They also have a great range of stationary and gifts
so if you’re looking for souvenirs to take home this is
a great place to shop) to jewellery (Harbour Crystals
in Causewayhead stocks beautiful handmade pieces
at affordable prices as well as a range of candles,
incense, healing crystals and gifts)
If you’re visiting for the weekend Saturday is
definitely the day for shopping, please bear in mind
that most of our local shops are run by sole traders
so many are closed on Sundays (giving business
owners a well earned rest and time to enjoy our
beautiful surroundings too)
Sunday is the day for exploring the beautiful coast
that surrounds Penzance. Stroll along our famous
promenade with idyllic views of Mounts Bay and
follow it to the neighbouring fishing village of
Newlyn. A working fishing port, Newlyn is rapidly
growing in popularity with a range of quirky
galleries selling local art, restaurants and even a
cinema Newlyn Filmhouse (a recently converted
fish merchants in the centre of the village.) The kids
will love watching the boats land with their catch in
Newlyn Harbour and pop into Stevensons Fish; a
stone’s throw from the harbour where Stevenson’s
own fleet of boats land their catch you can pick up
the ingredients for the perfect Cornish fish supper.
On your way back to Penzance no visit to Newlyn
is complete without a stop off at Jelberts Ice cream.
Don’t be deterred by the queue that’s usually
formed outside (when you taste its wares you’ll
soon see why!) This little shop has gained national
recognition and is owned by the parents of Olympic
Gold Rower Helen Glover…. We definitely think
they’re ice cream is medal worthy too!
Enjoy your ice creams on Newlyn Green, a serene
spot a stone’s throw from the sea, there’s even a play
park next door for the kids to enjoy…. That’s if they
have an energy left after a fun filled trip to Penzance!
Happy Weekend!
Newlyn’s Fisherman statue
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Property.
CANONSTOWN £299,950
• Recently Renovated Chapel • Three Bedrooms
• Open Plan Living Area • Family Bathroom/Shower Room
• Utility Room • Gas Central Heating
• Established Landscaped Garden
• Planning Permission To Create A Parking Space
• Central West Penwith Location • Ideal Home Or
Investment Property • Epc = D *Viewing Essential
This former chapel has been sympathetically renovated and
extended by the present owner to create a contemporary light
and spacious accommodation whilst reinstating many of the
original features of the building which dates back to the early
1840’s. This beautifully presented property enjoys an open plan
living area with high ceilings, limestone tiling, a quality fitted
kitchen, arched windows to the front, inset ceiling lights, gas
central heating, and a bathroom with porcelain tiled walls and
modern styled bathroom suite. The private landscaped garden
is divided into individual areas both lawned and stone chipped
flower beds with established trees including apple, Cornish
palms, rhododendron bushes and established plants and shrubs,
alongside a brick paved seating area and paths. The property is
situated in a central area of the West Penwith peninsula offering
easy access to the north and south coasts, the main trunk road
through Cornwall and a main line railway station.
Contact one of our friendly team for further details:
Hayle: 01736 756627
Carbis Bay: 01736 795040
E-mail: hayle@marshallspz.co.uk
Letting: 01736 366778
E-mail: haylelet@marshallspz.co.uk
www.marshallspz.co.uk
Contact one of our friendly team for further details:
Penzance: 01736 360203
Mousehole: 01736 731119
E-mail: feedback@marshallspz.co.uk
Letting: 01736 366778
E-mail: lettings@marshallspz.co.uk
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TRYTHOGGA, GULVAL - £265,000
• Three Bedrooms • Split Level Living Room
• Fitted Kitchen • Bathroom • En Suite Shower Room
• Entrance Porch • Lawned Gardens With Summerhouse
• Office/Store • Ample Parking • South Facing Inner Terrace
• Sea Views From Sitting Room
• Sought After Location • Excellent Opportunity
• Viewing Recommended • Epc Rating E
A chance to acquire a charming three bedroom detached
character barn which was renovated some years ago to a high
standard and offers great potential. The property has spacious
well-proportioned living accommodation which would make
an ideal family or holiday home having sea views across to
Mounts Bay from the sitting room. There is much character
throughout the property and a particularly attractive feature are
the gardens which lie to the side being fenced with summerhouse
and access to gravelled parking area. Gulval is a popular village
on the outskirts of Penzance within close proximity of most
local amenities and due to the popularity of the area, we would
recommend an early appointment to avoid disappointment.
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A CRAFT IDEA
Perfect for Father’s Day
Why not help the kids make a handmade keyring for Father’s Day?
Dads will love these unique personalised gifts and the kids will have
great fun making them.
The supplies you will need:
• Paper,
• Shrink film
• Keychain ring
• Permanent markers
• A hole punch
• Scissors
• An oven to bake it in
Firstly decide if you would like to create a foot or a hand keyring
• Step 1 - Trace around the child’s foot on normal paper
• Step 2 - Add any text or drawings to the foot/hand cut out
• Step 3 - Place shrink film over paper and trace the design with a
permanent marker
• Step 4 - Cut out the design
• Step 5 - Bake according to your shrink plastic instructions (please
ensure young children are supervised)
• Step 6 - Leave to cool
•Step 7 - Once cooled attach the keychain ring
A simple craft project for children that crates a unique gift.
Have fun!
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07931 228296
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YEARS GONE BY
Photographs from in and around Penwith
What to do.
Photographs are vital for keeping memories alive
throughout generations. Every month in ‘Years Gone By’
we will be featuring a selection of photographs from in
and around Penwith.
As this magazine is for you we would love to feature
your photos. If you have images of Penwith and/or its
people that you would like us to share please email them
to us at getintouch@penwitheye.co.uk or send via post
to The Penwith Eye, 13 Lower Chywoone Hill, Newlyn,
TR18 5HQ
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Please send us your memories and photos to getintouch@penwitheye.co.uk
The Penwith Eye, 13 Lower Chywoone Hill, Newlyn, TR18 5HQ
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THE COWHOUSE GALLERY
Original arts and crafts at very affordable prices
The Cowhouse Gallery is situated in the picturesque,
coastal village of Perranuthnoe, between Marazion
and Helston.
The gallery is run entirely by a group of local artists and
craftspeople and this independence allows them to offer a wide
range of original arts and crafts at very affordable prices. Painting,
Sculpture, Printmaking, Photography, Ceramics, Jewellery, Textiles,
Woodturning and Leatherwork are all beautifully displayed in this
bright light art space. In addition, the gallery has a changing list of
guest exhibitors.
A stroll away is Perranuthnoe Cove and breathtaking coastal walks
looking towards St Michael’s Mount in one direction and to Prussia
Cove in the opposite direction. Each day one of the Cowhouse
members works in the gallery, so call in for a chat about their work,
or any other enquiries between 10am and 5pm every day.
The Cowhouse Gallery is run by a group of local artists and craftspeople in
West Cornwall, and this independence allows them to offer a wide range
of original arts and crafts at very affordable prices. Painting, Sculpture,
Printmaking, Photography, Ceramics, Jewellery, Glass, Woodturning and
Leatherwork are all beautifully displayed in this bright light art space. In
addition, the gallery has a changing list of guest exhibitors.
Situated in the picturesque coastal village of Perranuthnoe, off the
A394 near Marazion, it is a short stroll to the beautiful sandy beach and
breathtaking coastal walks looking towards St Michael’s Mount in one
direction and to Prussia Cove in the opposite direction. Each day one of the
Cowhouse members works in the gallery, so call in for a chat about their
work, or any other enquiries between 10am and 5pm.
www.cowhousegallery.co.uk
01736 710538
Lynfield Craft Centre, Perranuthnoe, TR20 9NE
THE BANK SQUARE GALLERY
Born in the winter of 1960, Nicholas
Smith has been painting since a
child, starting his career soon after
leaving school. His early works
focused on wildlife, making his
attention to detail exquisite.
With a move to Cornwall in the 80s
Nicholas changed both medium
and subject matter and now paints
local scenes in the Penwith area
and further afield. Working in oils,
he still manages to get lots of detail
into his varied subjects, mostly
painted on panels or canvas.
Cornwall Contemporary is a
large, spacious art gallery set
out over three floors at the top
of historic Chapel Street in
Penzance. The ground floor is
used for changing exhibitions
whilst the upper two floors are
used for paintings by gallery
artists and special capsule
installations and exhibitions.
Exhibitions change monthly
and present the very best of
art in Cornwall and from out
of the county. Established and
highly respected artists exhibit
Working from his gallery in the
Bank Square, St Just, he gets to
meet many of the collectors of his
work and is happy to meet new
people and let them watch him
paint as they browse in the gallery.
Much of his work is reproduced
as Fine Art Limited Edition Prints
and can be seen in the gallery or on
his website.
www.nicholassmithartist.com
The Bank Square Gallery may
only be in a small space but it really
does pack a punch! All the walls are
CORNWALL CONTEMPORARY
alongside some of the most
exciting up–and–coming art
school graduates and artists
from around Britain and as
far afield as Norway. Regular
exhibiting artists include Neil
Pinkett, Daphne McClure,
David Mankin, Emma Dunbar,
Ken Spooner, Ele Pack,
Antonio Lopez Reche, Alasdair
Lindsay, Maggie Matthews,
Kristin Vestgard, Melanie
Goemans, Emma McClure,
Fiona Millais, Paul Lewin and
Janet Lynch amongst others.
filled with original artworks from
talented local artists, many of whom
are well known in the art world.
Every little bit of space is used to
display Bronze animals, ceramics,
jewellery and much more. It is
also the studio of Nicholas Smith
who can often be seen painting
his detailed local scenes of the
Penwith area. If you are looking for
a painting or print of this beautiful
area or a gift for a loved one then
this is the place to visit.
The Bank Square Gallery
Unit 2, 5 Bank Square, St Just
TR19 7HH
01736 788222
www.thebanksquaregallery.co.uk
David Mankin - Elemental
Philip Lyons - Glimpses & Shadows
3rd June - 1st July 2017
1 Parade Street, Penzance TR18 4BU
01736 874749 www.cornwallcontemporary.com
sarah@cornwallcontemporary.com
Art.
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THE LIGHTHOUSE
GALLERY, PENZANCE
Now occupying a unique
Georgian building, with
its vaulted domed ceiling
providing an incredible pool of
natural light, the gallery offers
one of the largest exhibition
areas in the county.
Over two floors, the clean lines
and simple layout provide a
fresh, bright space in which
to appreciate the work of
Cornwall’s leading and talented
emerging artists.
First opened in the Spring
of 2003 by Directors Tracey
Spry and Christine Weschke,
Lighthouse Gallery is now
firmly established amongst
the most respected Galleries
in Cornwall. The promise of
quality and a friendly welcome
awaits you.
The Lighthouse Gallery,
54-55 Causewayhead,
Penzance, TR18 4SS
01736 350555
post@lighthouse-gallery.com
www.lighthouse-gallery.com
PENLEE HOUSE
Built in 1865 as a gracious Victorian
home, Penlee House has been converted
to create a first class gallery
and museum set within an attractive
park. It specialises in showing the
area’s unique cultural heritage incorporating
the historic collections of
Penzance Town Council, Cornwall
Council and Newlyn Art Gallery.
The Galleries
A programme of changing exhibitions
celebrates the skill and
craftsmanship of painting in west
Cornwall in the late ninetheenth
and early twentieth centuries.
The Art Collection
Penlee House has a permanent collection
of paintings which is actively
being developed. Some of the best
known works from the renowned
Newlyn School include The Rain
it Raineth Every Day by Norman
Garstin , School is Out by Elizabeth
Forbes, Among the Missing by
Walter Langley and On Paul Hill by
Stanhope Forbes
The Museum
Founded in 1839, the museum collections
cover 6000 years of history
in west Cornwall, from Penwith’s
awe-inspiring archaeological sites to
the area’s more recent social history.
The recently refurbished social
history gallery houses a wealth of
artefacts covering the area’s fascinating
and often quirky heritage.
The Orangery Cafe
Our licensed cafe, with its terrace
overlooking the park, offers a range
of coffees, afternoon tea with home
baked cakes and freshly prepared
light lunches, using the best of
local produce.
Families and children
There is a varied programme of free,
drop-in ‘make and take’ workshops
on Saturdays from 2.30pm to 3.30pm
as well as bookable or drop-in
activities during the school holidays.
We also have quizzes and a range of
‘help-yourself’ colouring activities to
keep the little ones occupied.
Mail Order and Online Shop
Our well-stocked shop offers a wide
range of prints, books, gifts and souvenirs.
A mail order service is available.
The Friends of Penlee House
The Friends, a registered charity,
provide voluntary help in the Gallery
and raise funds to support our work.
Benefits include free admission, shop
discount, invitations to previews and
a winter lecture programme.
Stanhope Forbes (1857 – 1947) Gala Day at Newlyn, 1907 Hartlepool Art Gallery © The Artists’ Estate / Bridgeman Images
Stanhope Forbes
Father of the Newlyn School
10 June – 9 September 2017
PENLEE HOUSE GALLERY & MUSEUM
Morrab Road, Penzance TR18 4HE Tel. 01736 363625
www.penleehouse.org.uk
New paintings by Beccy Marshall
54/55 Causewayhead Penzance t:01736 350555
www.lighthouse-gallery.com
Art.
PENLEE HOUSE GALLERY & MUSEUM Tel. 01736 363625 www.penleehouse.org.uk
Morrab Road, Penzance TR18 4HE
01736 350555 www.lighthousegallery.com
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THE PENWITH EYE’S BUSINESS OF THE MONTH
Vintage Home Living, Penzance
KNICKERS BY POST
An exciting new gift service!
Art.
“We renovate vintage furniture in our workshop, just off Penzance
Promenade. Choose from our range of beautifully finished items
or ‘raw’ stock (we also provide a sourcing service) for that bespoke
piece, alternatively, bring your own for us to refinish for you, at a
competitive rate. Proud Stockist for Frenchic Furniture Paint® and
Home Strip® to ensure you have everything you need for your own
environmentally friendly project from water based paint stripper
through to coloured waxes, provided with friendly advice. We also
sell our own home made soy wax candles in vintage containers, such
as jelly moulds, together with a carefully chosen selection of vintage
homewares and gifts.”
17 Hoskens Yard
Rear of Marine Terrace | Penzance | Cornwall | TR18 4DL
01736 351458
www.vintagehomeliving.com
www.facebook.com/vintagehomelive/
@vintagehomelive
Knickers By Post is an exciting new gift service
to join the hugely popular subscription market
and its from here in Penwith.
With 10 years’ experience of setting up and
running a successful lingerie shop in Hayle, the
owner Bini Barnes’ knowledge of knickers is pretty
extensive. Building on her booming business, Bini
is very excited that her next venture is all about
knickers. There is something really delightful
about being sent an unexpected treat in the post
so with this in mind and Bini’s expertise, she has
developed Knickers By Post to create feel good
moments for ladies everywhere.
Choose for yourself, or as a gift, one of their
Knickers by Post subscriptions then you choose
the size, colour & style of knickers and Bini will do
the rest. A discreet box will arrive through your
door with a beautiful pair of high quality knickers,
carefully selected from well renowned brands,
gorgeously wrapped with ribbons, monthly for as
long as you choose.
With Bini’s extensive knowledge of the lingerie
world, she has personally chosen the brands for
their quality, design and comfort “I wanted to
make it as easy as possible to send a gift that’s
really different and I am proud to be able to offer
Knickers By Post.”
Outstanding personal service is the key to Bini’s
success so far and she has continued her values
and the customer promise that “you will feel like
our only customer” into her new venture. “I Love
to include hand written notes in with the gifts
gifts for that real personal touch” adds Bini. “It’s
brilliant that I can still be in Cornwall and send
Knickers By Post all over the country”.
Gorgeous, luxury knickers in a choice of styles,
colours and designs and delivered free in beautiful
chic packaging. Bini has the product and the
idea, along with her infectious passion and
determination I am confident Knickers By Post
will be on lades wish lists everywhere, I know I am
super excited to receive my first pair.
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https://www.facebook.com/knickersbypost/
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The term ‘wild swimming’ is used
to describe the act of swimming
in natural waters and thousands
of people go wild swimming in
Cornwall during the Summer
every year.
The group of swimmers that The Penwith
Eye had the pleasure of meeting with
recently is different.
They meet every day. The icy Atlantic
Ocean can take your breath away even on
the most glorious of Summer days, but
these brave Penzance Wild Swimmers are
not deterred; They swim every day of the
year, hence us referring to them as brave!
The group meet every day at Battery Rocks
in Penzance at 9.30am. They all agree that
their tradition is a great way to kick start
the day and that it offers much better views
than any gym.
WILD SWIMMING
in Penzance
Battery Rocks is named so due to a gun battery
situated there in the 1740’s which served as
protection from French naval attacks.
As the group happily greet each other
the bond of their friendship is clear to
see. They laugh and joke as they prepare
to swim… with not a single wetsuit in
sight! They swim in only a costume for the
ladies and shorts for the men, swim hats
and goggles…this attire remains the same
whether it is January or August.
Once ready they head straight into the
water…there is no hesitation, no stopping
to get used to the water, nothing, just
straight in, no messing! There is no
competition or expectation for everyone to
swim great lengths. As a group of people
of all different ages and abilities (Ken
Wrenshaw being the oldest at seventyseven)
each person swims within their
limit, whether swimming a mile or ten
metres they all support and encourage each
other along the way.
Most would agree that swimming is a
good form of exercise, but wild swimming
has many more health benefits than most
people realise. Historically, Doctors wrote
prescriptions advising patients to spend
time in the sea. Using sea water for medical
purposes is known as ‘Thalassotherapy’.
• The sea’s minerals make it beneficial
to people with skin conditions such as
Eczema and Psoriasis.
• The sea is associated with reducing
symptoms of Hay Fever, Sinusitis and
Respiratory problems.
• Frequent exposure to seawater is proven
to increase the body’s immunity levels
• In cold water Endorphins, Dopamine and
Serotonin are released. This could explain
The Wild Swimmer’s comments that wild
swimming makes them feel alive and
happy. It also reduces stress.
• According to NASA studies repeated
cold water swimming can lead to changes
known as ‘cold adaptation. These bring
down blood pressure and cholesterol,
boost the immune system, inhibit
blood clotting, reduce fat and increase
fertility and libido as well as reducing
susceptibility to heart problems.
And those are only a few of the
many benefits.
This group of friends are dedicated for
reasons other than the health benefits.
They appreciate the friendships they have
formed and their comradery for each
other. It simply makes them happy to enjoy
the companionship of like-minded people
whilst doing what they love and its clear
on meeting them that this is a gift they all
value greatly.
Photo L-R - Peter Marks, Ken Wrenshaw,
Julia Weekes, Maureen, Annette Branwell,
Wendy Hosken and Steve
Sport.
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THE JUBILEE POOL
A Definite Jewel in Cornwall’s Crown
PENWITH EXILES FC
The Pride of Penwith!
What’s new.
Penzance’s art deco lido re-opens for
the Summer season on the 27th May.
Local lady the late Ursula Pascoe (nee
Ingleheart) was present when the pool
first opened in 1935. This was the year
of King George the fifth’s Silver Jubilee.
The Jubilee hasn’t always had it easy,
with its closure in 1992 due to a
desperate need to revamp and a further
closure in 2014 due to the severe storm
damage it suffered.
Throughout the years, the support of
the locals and the ‘Friends Of Jubilee
Pool’ have ensured the pool’s bright
future.
Ursula Pascoe was an avid supporter,
campaigner and fundraiser of the cause.
Ursula grew up swimming along the
prom, Battery Rocks and in The Jubilee
Pool. Amazingly she swam every day
in all weathers until the grand age of
ninety-three!
Ursula’s children, grandchildren and
family continued tradition and grew up
swimming in the pool too. So, with the
Lido due to reopen for the season we
felt it fitting to remember a remarkable
lady who helped, along with others,
to ensure that The Jubilee Pool would
remain for the enjoyment of many
generations to come.
Ursula’s daughter Wendy Hosken (nee
Pascoe) continues in her mother’s
footsteps and swims every day as her
mother did before her. Wendy is one of
our featured swimmers in this month’s
‘Wild Swimmers’ article.
This season The Penwith Exiles Football Team
welcomed Josh Findlay and James Squires
to the squad which proved to be very fruitful
come the end of May 2017.
The Exile’s first game of the season was a home
fixture against Goonhavern Athletic Reserves on 3rd
September 2016. The Exiles were off on the front
foot hammering Goonhavern 11-1 and certainly
taking no prisoners. It was a confidence booster and
a great start to their footballing campaign.
The team continued their winning streak over the
next few games defeating Frogpool, Wendron Utd,
Storm FC and Redruth United
Next was ‘The Lockhart Cup; A home tie against
close rivals Falmouth Town saw a 1-0 win for the
Exiles and began a run that would see them reach
the final of the cup where they faced arch rivals
Mabe FC.
The final was held on Sunday 7th May at Wendron
FC, a glorious sunny day with ideal conditions for
what promised to be a great football match.
The Exiles scored first and started to lift their play
only for Mabe to equalise.
Things then began to go against The Exiles, with
two players being sent off they found themselves 2-1
down. Amazingly they equalised (despite having
only nine men) levelling the score to 2-2.
The game went to extra time during which The Exiles
took the lead 3-2, only to be brought level at 3-3 with
Mabe scoring from the last kick of the game.
A nail-biting Penalty Shoot Out followed… with the
teams equal scoring five penalties each, a save from
the Exiles Goalkeeper meant it was down to Exile’s
Reece Millard and his turn on the penalty spot.
Reece calmly scored a great penalty in to the righthand
corner and secured the win.
The crowd went wild, and no wonder…The
majority of the match played with only nine men
against a very strong side. It was an outstanding
performance from nine men who wore their hearts
on their sleeves and played for each other until they
could run no further. A team of Superheroes with
an amazing attitude for football, each other and
their club.
With not much time to recover there was another
Sunday Final, May 14th against Mawnan FC. The
Exiles didn’t really get going until the final ten
minutes of the game and unfortunately lost 3-2.
The Penwith Exiles win and lose as a team and took
the defeat on the chin with grace. The team is made
up of three sets of brothers, relations, a Dad who is
one of the Managers…lads that grew up together.
Throughout the league The Exiles took every game
as it came, delivering every time and it definitely
paid off …Runners up in the ‘Percy Stevens
Cup’, winners of ‘The Lockhart Cup, amazing
achievements.
With three tricky fixtures remaining this season the
team require just a single point for the league title.
Every player in the squad has delivered over and
above themselves and Penwith couldn’t be prouder.
Anyone interested in sponsoring The Penwith Exiles
please contact Neil Jenkyn on 07561 200428.
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