Truro Together July August 2022

TRURO 

Together 

NEWS AND VIEWS 

In this issue: 

The magic of the Enchanted Trail 

Truro Mayor enjoys Platinum Jubilee 

Support Truro Community Refugee group 

Win a trip to Colour's Cafe & Wellbeing Centre 

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Drummer sculpture outside Hall for Cornwall on Lemon Quay 

Hello & welcome! 

Thank you for the lovely positive comments you’ve 

sent me, glad you liked the first issue! In this issue, 

Truro City Council feature the beautiful woodland 

walks, (p16 & 17), I share my experience of Cornish 

‘swimming’ (p24), why not try some of the Al fresco 

eateries (see p22 & 23) and enter the wonderful 

competition from Colour Cafe and Wellbeing Centre 

on pages 8 & 9. 

If you are into classical music look out for touring 

choral scholars singing for charity; DEC Ukraine on 

Friday 8th July (p4) and international tenor, think Go 

Compare actor, Wynne Evan and Cornwall Symphony 

Chorus perform at Truro Methodist Church on Sat 

23rd July, see p15 to book tickets. More events can 

be found on p18 - 20. 

We are fortunate to have amazing rescue and 

emergency services to keep us safe. The RNLI share 

their top 5 beach safety tips (p25) and if you want to 

support Cornwall Air Ambulance why not go to the 

inaugural family music and fun; Helifest (p18). Jeff 

gives us his fire expert advice whilst camping or in 

a caravan (p27), read about Truro Loops (p14) 

and if you need some healing, join me and other 

healing professionals on Sunday July 17th at 

Pinetum Gardens (p30). Have a great Summer! 

With love, 

Therese 

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COMMUNITY NEWS 

Touring choral 

scholars sing for 

charity 

The choral scholars of St Columba’s 

College and St Albans High School are 

visiting Truro as part of their tour of 

Cornwall and will be performing Will 

Todd’s joyful, “Jazz Missa Brevis”, as well 

as a variety of other choral works. 

Their concert will be in aid of the DEC Ukraine 

fund and takes place at Truro Methodist Church 

at 7.30pm on Friday 8th July (this Friday) 

Tickets from Eventbrite (see link below) and 

purchased on the door. Children and students 

free, but voluntary donations are welcomed. 

Advance tickets can be booked via the 

following link. 

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-choir-ofst-albans-high-school-and-st-columbascollege-tickets-322063389267 

Please view their Facebook event here. 

https://fb.me/e/2jYmkijWl 

CONCERT 

Truro Methodist Church 

Union Place, Truro TR1 1EP 

St Albans High School and St Columba’s 

College Chamber Choirs, directed by 

Emma Price & Scott R McCall 

Friday 8th July 

7.30pm 

Choral programme to include 

Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd 

Tickets £8 adults, children & students 

free. All proceeds to DEC Humanitarian 

Appeal. For advance tickets scan QR 

below or visit eventbrite.co.uk 

onestagetours, 

#onestageconcerttours 

@onestageuk 

Truro Homeless Action Group 

Providing free hot cooked breakfasts to local homeless and 

vulnerable people every day of the year – except Christmas 

Day and Boxing Day when we cook a Christmas meal instead. 

If you would like to make a donation, please contact 

lovelockda@gmail.com for the THAG bank details. 

4 Truro Together is part of Community Together


Truro Community 

Refugee Support 

Truro Community Refugee Support 

(TCRS) is a Community Sponsorship 

Group formed to welcome our 

local area families displaced by war or 

conflict and help them rebuild their lives. 

The original idea was raised at a Hendra 

Community Group meeting with members 

keen to welcome a family into their 

midst. The inspiration came from the 

Falmouth and Penryn Welcome Refugee 

Group. After some initial enquiries it was 

decided the project was too big for Hendra 

alone, so the net was cast wider. Over the 

past 18 months a group of committed and 

skilled people have gathered. They will 

support all areas of resettlement required by 

the Community Sponsorship programme, 

from learning English to finding schools for 

their children, translating and making a home 

their new sanctuary. 

A big challenge has been raising £9,000, a 

pre-requisite of the project. This has been 

hard, but the group has had the good 

fortune of generous support from All Saints 

Highertown, who raised £1,000 at a recent 

quiz night, a Christmas collection of over 

£500 made by the kind congregation of 

Truro Methodist Church and a grant from 

The Shapiro Foundation of over £3,000, 

amongst other fundraising events and 

generous donations. 

The next challenge is finding a home. 

The housing crisis in Cornwall and the rise 

in Airbnb properties is affecting this and 

despite many letters to landlords, estate 

agents, the church and following up 

on leads and ideas this remains the next 

part of the journey. Anyone who has or 

knows someone who may be able to 

help can contact the group by emailing 

tcrstruro@gmail.com 

How you can support TCRS: 

• Sign up to Easyfundraising, then every time 

you shop online go via their website and a 

small donation will be made to TCRS 

• Go to TCRS GoFundMe page and make a 

donation 

• Join our Facebook group to keep up 

to date and share with your friends 

• Join us at TCRS by emailing 

tcrstruro@gmail.com 

Upcoming events: 

• 27th July: Party in the Park: Bands and 

Stalls in Victoria Gardens 


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DINING 

Wellbeing is not just for some it’s for 

everyone…. 

Welcome to Colours Cafe and Wellbeing 

Centre. Meet Debi Dudding. Some of you 

may know Debi when her cafe was located in 

St Mary’s Street Mews in Truro five years ago 

and thrived for three years. 

Due to its success the cafe began to outgrow 

the location and an opportunity arose to move 

into New Bridge Street just a short hop and 

skip away; opposite Oxfam. Her passion for 

hospitality shone through during our chat 

and it is clear she wants people to visit from 

all walks of life and experience her vision and 

nirvana: a little retreat to unwind, breathe, 

gain perspective on life and eat wholesome 

and nourishing food or sip a cup of Organic 

Tea Tonic. 

She certainly has tenacity and hides it well 

under her calm and warm exterior. Having 

recently given birth to a baby girl (now 9 

months old), faced the challenges of running 

a new business whilst pregnant and during 

covid and several lockdowns, to her credit, 

she has come out the other side with renewed 

vigour and more passion to share Colours 

Cafe and Wellbeing Centre with Truro 

residents, visitors and other Cornwall dwellers. 

The Wellbeing Centre offers classes from 

Iyengar Yoga, Breathe-Yoga-Relax, Pilates, 

Full Moon Feminine Circle, Morning Vinyasa 

and much more. As well as the classes, there 

are 7 therapists who offer their own individual 

specialty. I was fortunate to experience a 

well-needed massage from Elena West. 

She used a combination of Thai massage 

techniques, holistic massage and cranial 

sacral therapy on me. I felt so relaxed and 

rejuvenated after the treatment. 

Middle below: Elena West 

Bottom far right: Debi flanked by Bo on left and Adam on right 


Competition 

Time! 

Win a trip to Colours 

Cafe and Wellbeing 

Centre experience for 2! 

The lucky winners will experience a class, 

3/4 hour treatment with Elena West and 

enjoy lunch, to include a main course, 

dessert and a drink. 

To enter, answer this simple question: 

What are the names of the cafe’s chefs ? 

Answer a, b, c, or d. 

Afterwards Debi ordered the Seasonal 

Buddha Bowl for me to try. Portions were 

sizeable and kept me going for the rest of 

the day! Most of the ingredients are made 

in-house by chef’s Adam and Bo, giving it 

that, ‘made from home’ feeling and a more 

deliciousness taste! If you haven’t tried vegan/ 

vegetarian food before you will be pleasantly 

surprised at how good it tastes. 

a) Adrian and Bo 

b) Adam and Boo 

c) Anthony and Bo 

d) Adam and Bo 

To enter, go online: 

www.trurotogether.co.uk/competition 

Please read T’s and C’s carefully before 

entering. 

Competition closes 5th August. 

I highly recommend a visit! 

Opening Times 

Tuesday till Friday 10.30am until 4pm. 

Saturdays 10:30 - 9pm food served 10:30-3pm 

then 5pm - 8pm 

Sunday 24th July 12pm - 3pm open for 

Roast lunch 

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www.colourscafewellbeingcentre.co.uk 

for full timetable of classes, therapists and 

treatments and table booking for dining. 


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The Mayor of 

Truro enjoys the 

Platinum Jubilee 

When I arrived at the museum, 

I was surprised to see so many 

already gathered. 

Mayors and deputy mayors from all over 

the county, the Town Crier, the High Sheriff 

and other significant persons from history. 

Cream teas were laid out with strawberry 

on top! Perfect, for this time of year. 

© PR4 photos 

The past, and future almost being 

celebrated together in this somewhat 

surreal living history. I still find it crazy 

when I open my eyes in the morning, and 

sometime throughout the normal routine 

it occurs to me that I am the Mayor of 

Truro. Celebrating the Platinum Jubilee and 

being part of it from this side felt even more 

special than other events. 

© PR4 photos 

Thousands of years of history in this building. 

A horse-drawn coach over 100 years old sat in 

the background with the High Sheriff wearing 

tights, and many mayors wearing chains from 

a similar or even earlier era. 

© PR4 photos 

We left the museum to line up in St 

George’s Road, joined by so many groups 

and volunteers. Chatting to the members of 

the public sitting along the side of the road, 

covered in blankets (although the sun was 


© PR4 photos 

blazing). Some as old as the Queen were 

excited and telling stories of previous 

jubilees they had been to. 

The parade began: everybody had a 

good day. Over the weekend I visited 

other community groups, a couple of 

street parties, and the word community 

was used more than any other word. Yes, 

the Jubilee was discussed, the Queen, and 

the celebrations. But it always came back 

to the community and that’s what I take 

away from this weekend. The sense of 

bringing it together, and if I can play a part 

in continuing that then I will have fulfilled 

my pledge. Everything I do, I try to stay 

true to my main aim which is to reduce the 

suffering for myself and others. 

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Enchanted 

Woodland in 

Truro 

Chris Waddle has been a Truro Woodland 

Ranger working for Truro City Council 

since 2019. He was inspired to create the 

Enchanted Trail. Chris told me that Truro 

City Council took over ownership of the 

land from Cornwall Council a few years ago 

and Chris had the imagination to regenerate 

the whole area into a more useable space 

for everyone, as it was on the doorstep of a 

large housing area. 

John Rowe (local resident) volunteered to help 

Chris turn the woodland into an enchanted 

one, by using his carpentry skills to build 

magical fairy boxes with fairy doors to the 

woodland. With extra help from volunteers 

from different community groups such as St. 

Petrocs, residents, charities, learning-need’s 

groups, together Chris and John have made 

the woodland into the magical site - the 

Enchanted Trail it is today. Each fairy door has 

a story behind it and has been made for a 

particular person/people. Each creation takes 

around a week to make alongside other 

projects that John has ongoing. 

Skye (left) and Elsie (right) both enjoying looking at the Fairy 

doors. 

Pictured below is John’s favourite fairy door as 

many people helped to donate things for its 

construction and also, currently it is the largest 

fairy box in the woodland. Since its creation, 

at least 4-5000 people have visited and many 

have travelled far and wide to take a peak into 

this fairy land. 

John Rowe (left) and Chris Waddle (right) standing by the 

largest fairy door in the woodland. 


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Naturally 

Connected 

Truro Loops is a project that was developed 

by Truro River Working Group (TRWG) with 

ideas and support from the community, 

looking at more and better access to the 

river and the countryside beyond to 

enhance outdoor opportunities for Truro 

residents, visitors, and employees alike, 

for all abilities. 

The group is entirely run by volunteers and 

has been active since 2014 and was able to 

secure European LEADER funding in 2017. 

That enabled a Feasibility Study to be 

undertaken into the options for improving 

access to the river and countryside beyond. 

The Feasibility Study was concluded in March 

2018 and identified six potential loops for 

walking and cycling access, as well as two 

possible locations for bridges, alongside 

several complimentary projects such as 

interpretation and biodiversity enhancements. 

It defined the current scope of what is defined 

as the Truro Loops project, with lots of scope 

to expand in the future with more Loops and 

further projects. 

Following completion of the study, the Truro 

River Working Group volunteers worked hard 

to look for funding to start implementing some 

of the recommendations in the study and 

built relationships with local stakeholders and 

partners to raise the profile of the Truro Loops 

project. This resulted in 

the project being shortlisted 

in the first stage of 

further European funding. 

The bid was successful, 

and supplemented by 

further funding from Cornwall Council, a first 

phase of Truro Loops is now under way and 

approximately £1.6 million is being invested in the 

local area, under the lead of Cornwall Council. 

Truro River Working Group have worked with 

the Town Deal team and provided detailed 

information for inclusion of the pedestrian and 

cycle lifting bridge connecting Boscawen Park 

and Newham in the bid. The bridge is now a 

priority project being considered by the Town 

Deal Board and included in the Business Case 

that is being prepared for submission and 

approval by government later this year. 

The first phase of Truro Loops now under 

implementation through Cornwall Council and 

Cormac includes improvements to Newham 

Trail and the City Centre, as well as TRWG 

providing a website, map, interpretation, and 

community engagement to further raise the 

profile of the Truro Loops project. 

Loops is a project being driven by the voice 

of the community and volunteers who 

have some time to spare. For volunteering 

opportunities, please look at our website and to 

stay in the loop with the latest news sign up to 

our quarterly newsletter, rounding up everything 

that’s been going on around our beautiful city. 

www.truroloops.co.uk 


Celebrity Gala Concert 

with the 

Cornwall Symphony Chorus 

featuring 

Wynne Evans 

International Tenor 

(aka the Go Compare man) 

Saturday 23rd July 2022 7:30pm 

Truro Methodist Church 

Musical Director: Alastair Taylor 

Accompanists: Philip Davey & Tania Lord 

Ticket prices: £20 (adults) £10 (under 16’s) 

Tickets available from chorus members or 01209 842977 


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News from 

Truro City Council 

We are very fortunate 

to live in a city with an 

abundance of open 

green space. Our parks 

attendants, gardeners, 

and countryside rangers 

work hard to ensure that 

our city is a green and 

pleasant place in which 

to live, work, and visit. 

This summer, explore our 

outdoor spaces. You can 

use our Wild Truro guide to 

discover our lesser known 

outdoor spaces and find 

out more about the work 

of our parks and gardens 

team. You can collect the 

free guides from the 

Visitor Information Centre 

on Boscawen Street, or 

view a digital version on 

the Visit Truro website: 

www.visittruro.org.uk 

This year, we will also 

be running children’s 

entertainment for children 

of the City of Truro. We will 

be providing further details 

on this in due course. See 

the Visit Truro website for 

updates – www.visittruro. 

org.uk - as well as the Truro 

City Council Facebook 

page: @trurocitycouncil. 

In the meantime, continue 

reading for more 

information on the 

outdoor areas we manage. 

Glasteinan Woods 

Nestled behind the 

Beechwood Parc housing 

estate you will find the 

Glasteinan Woodland. 

In the woodland you will 

spot many species of 

wildlife and wildflowers. 

The Glasteinan River runs 

through the woodland, 

with parallel footpaths 

making it easy for all the 

family to explore. 

Coosebean Woodland 

The Coosebean Woodland 

is located off Bosvigo Lane 

and is approximately 36 

acres of woodland. The 

City Council has recently 

acquired additional land in 

this area for residents and 

visitors to enjoy. We will be 

releasing more details on 

this in due course. 

Coosebean has benefited 

from a range of new 

footpaths, made possible 

by the much-appreciated 

help of local charities, 

community groups and 

volunteers, who worked 

alongside our Countryside 

Ranger. From here, you can 

walk alongside the river, 

wander through the 

broadleaved trees, and 

overlook the wildflower 

meadows. 

Within the Coosebean 

Woodland you will find 

the Enchanted Trail. This 

magical trail allows families 

and children to explore 

the fairy doors, which were 

created by volunteers and 

local residents. As well as 

the footpaths, there is 

also a cycle path that runs 

parallel to the Enchanted 

Trail. 

The Countryside Ranger 

team is dedicated to 

making sure that this area 

is accessible to all and have 

created boardwalks that are 

suitable for wheelchair users. 


Daubuz Moor 

You will find Daubuz Moor 

behind Treseder’s Gardens, 

off Moresk Road. Its six 

hectares of former water 

meadows are incredibly 

diverse, with naturally 

formed ponds, streams, 

and open meadows. 

There is a circular footpath 

that loops you round the 

woodland, where you can 

spot wildlife and aquatic 

species. There is also a 

cycle path. 

Victoria Gardens 

Victoria Gardens is right in 

the heart of the city and is 

a wonderful place to relax. 

The Gardens also host 

several events throughout 

the year. During the 

summer season, you can 

attend free, weekly band 

concerts every Sunday from 

14.30. You can also enjoy 

refreshments from the 

Pollen in the Park kiosk. 

Boscawen Park 

and football pitches 

available to hire. Please 

see our website for details 

- www.truro.gov.uk - and 

contact parks@truro.gov.uk 

for further enquiries. 

The park is home to 

children’s play equipment, 

which is free to use. 

There is also a cafe - Cafe 

in the Park - which is open 

daily from 09.00 - 19.00 

during the summer season. 

Hendra Playing Field & 

Skatepark 

Hendra is a great space 

for all the family to enjoy. 

The popular skatepark 

is equipped with ramps, 

steps and jumps, and the 

children’s play area is just 

across the road. The open 

field is also a good spot for 

activities and relaxing. 

Tremorvah Playing Fields 

Tremorvah is a familyfriendly 

park with an 

outdoor fitness area, 

children’s play area, and a 

football pitch, the perfect 

place to burn off some 

energy this summer. 

Redannick Playing Fields 

The playing field at 

Redannick is equipped 

with a children’s play area 

and a separate sports 

court. 

Find out more 

For further information on 

all council services, please 

call or email us: 01872 274 

766; info@truro.gov.uk. For 

more updates, follow us 

@trurocitycouncil 

Boscawen Park is home to 

a wealth of activities and 

sporting facilities. There are 

tennis courts and cricket, 


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What’s on in July & August 

Lions Book Stall 

Saturday 2nd July & Saturday 

6th August, 09.00 - 16.00 

Lemon Quay 

Find the Lions Club’s Book Stall alongside 

Truro Farmers Market on the first Saturday of 

the month up to October 

UK Comic Con 

Saturday 30th July & Sunday 31st July, 

10.00 - 16.30 

Truro College 

UK Comicon and Gaming Festivals returns 

for two days this year at Truro College with 

cosplay, gaming, traders, props and more. 

w: ukcgf.com 

Bandstand Concerts 

Every Sunday until Sunday 11th 

September, 14.00 - 16.00 

Victoria Gardens 

Enjoy weekly bandstand concerts in the 

idyllic setting of Victoria Gardens. Organised 

by Truro City Council. Booking not required. 

w: visittruro.org.uk 

Cornwall Air Ambulance - Helifest 

Saturday 16th July - 11am - 7pm 

A brand new blue light family festival coming 

to Padstow, Cornwall in Summer 2022! A 

day of music and festival fun to celebrate 

the hard work of Cornwall’s vital blue light 

services. See www.cornwallairambulance 

trust.org/helifest/ for more information and 

tickets 

Blue Flag Day 

Sunday 31st July, 10.00 - 16.00 

Lemon Quay 

The local emergency service crews will be 

on Lemon Quay hosting a community 

engagement day, featuring demonstrations. 

Find out more about the work they do and 

how you can get involved. 

The BIG Summer Market 

Friday 19th & Saturday 20th August, 

09.00 - 16.00 

Lemon Quay 

Join both Truro Farmers Market and 

Duchy Fairs’ Cornwall Shop Small Market 

for their seasonal summer market this 

August. From fresh Cornish produce and 

local craft, to stunning homewares and gifts. 

w: trurofarmers.co.uk / duchyfairs.co.uk 

Celebration of Culture 

Sunday 21st August, time TBC 

Lemon Quay 

Join us in Truro for a day of entertainment, 

whilst celebrating cultural diversity. 

w: visittruro.org.uk 

Visit Truro Visitor Information, 

30 Boscawen Street, Truro TR1 2QQ 

t: 01872 274 555 w: www.visittruro.org.uk 

Open: Monday - Saturday 9.30am – 4.30pm 

Like & Follow us on 

Recruitment Fair 

Thursday 21st July, 11.00 - 15.00 

@visittruro 

Lemon Quay 

Local businesses will be on Lemon Quay to 

tell you more about their job vacancies and 

answer any questions you may have 

w: trurobid.co.uk 

A service provided by Truro City Council 


Cycling about 

Truro - NEWS 

Cycling around our Great Little City, I 

found Ben Minns Town Garden Supervisor 

busy planting. He has been a gardener for 

the council for 10 years and works under 

Richard Budge, Parks, Amenities and 

Facilities Manager. 

Ben was painstakingly planting the plants 

forming the beautiful Platinum Jubilee 

emblems. 

He shared with me that most of the plants 

used were grown from seed and included 

Alternanthera and Golden Moss. Well done 

to Ben and all the gardeners who work so 

hard to make our city look so beautiful. 

Truro 

Antiques 

& 

Collectables 

Market 

Wednesday dates: 

20th July 

3rd Aug & 17th Aug 

Sunday dates: 

7th Aug & 4th Sep 

Lemon Quay 9AM - 4PM 

FREE valuations from auctioneers 

Bonhams at Wednesday Markets 

On the hedgehog 

roundabout, I 

spotted this 

wonderful postbox 

with a royal hat 

on it, made in 

commemoration 

of the Platinum 

Jubilee. This 

knitted postbox 

topper was created 

by Crochet and 

Banana. A rather 

regal addition 

don’t you agree?! 

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Events at Truro 

Community 

Library 

Storytime 

Mondays at 14.00 and Wednesdays at 

10.00 – join for stories, music and craft 

activities for babies and pre-schoolers. 

Reading Group 

1st Thursday of every month at 14.00 – 

join the group to discuss books you’re 

reading or have read. There’s no set 

book, just come along and share a love 

of reading. 

Poetry Group 

2nd Thursday of every month at 14.00 – 

enjoy reading or writing poetry? Come 

and join this friendly and supportive 

group to share a love of poetry and the 

written word. 

Material Girls 

Every Wednesday 10.00 – 12.00 – join a 

fun, informal social group of like-minded 

crafters using a variety of skills and 

materials. Chat, exchange ideas and 

skills and drink tea! 

Summer Reading Challenge 

The Summer Reading Challenge 

encourages primary school children to 

borrow and read six books from their 

local library over the summer holiday. 

Running from 9th July - 10th September 

Free event, with activities throughout the 

summer holiday to support the challenge. 

More details on @trurocommunitylibrary 

Volunteer Opportunity 

Truro Community Library is also looking 

for children aged 13-16 to volunteer to 

help with the Summer Reading Challenge. 

They will talk to the children about the 

books they’ve read, award their prizes and 

medals and help with the activities. Email 

heather.woods@liscornwall.org.uk for more 

information or to volunteer. 

Address: Truro Community Library, 

Union Place, Truro, TR1 1EP 

Tel: 0300 1234 111 

Email: truro.library@liscornwall.org.uk 

Repair Shop takes place at Truro Library on Saturday 6th August and 3rd September 

(1st Saturday of the month) on the 2nd floor (Union Place entrance.) Bring your simple every day 

household items, Eg, clothing, ornaments, and small items. 

Volunteers welcome to help during the sessions. Contact Lindsay: lindsay@headweb.co.uk 


Brass Band 

players wanted! 

The City of Truro Brass Band has been in 

existence for over a hundred years. 

Throughout this time period the band has 

given great enjoyment to the residents of 

Truro as well as the thousands of holiday 

makers who visit the county during the 

summer period each year. 

The band has entered many brass band 

contests and achieved great results over 

the years, but now concentrate more on the 

social and enjoyment side of making music 

together. 

The past few years have been difficult for 

many bands, including Truro, but now that life 

is returning to normal the hope is that many 

players will return to the ranks to enjoy making 

music again. 

For further information contact Ben on 

01872 501789 or Chris on 07548 642152. 

Shadow lifted 

A major rockfall in April 2021, resulted in a 

path closure for over a year at Sunny Corner. 

On 19th April, 2022, celebrating the full 

reopening of the site, the Mayor of Truro - 

accompanied by various Cornwall and Parish 

Councillors - formally attended the reopening 

ceremony, together with the Friends of Sunny 

Corner volunteers. 

Full access will 

facilitate the 

maintenance work 

that is needed to 

help return the site 

to its former glory. 

Paul Caruana, 

Chairman of the 

Friends Group, said 

he was very happy 

with the repair work 

undertaken by 

Cormac and that the finished job was looking 

good. His volunteers were ‘chomping at the 

bit’ to get the work started and having the 

whole area back to looking its best. 

The site is well-used by thousands of people 

who pass through it when going to Malpas 

village, and beyond. The Friends Group meet 

every Tuesday to undertake the maintenance 

of Sunny Corner. Paul said that it was a real 

team effort and that all the volunteers give up 

their time and energy to make sure the site 

looks its best. 


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Get ready for summer and 

al fresco dining! 

We are spoilt for choice in Truro for dining and as it’s summer it’s glorious to enjoy 

eating outdoors. We took a tour around our Great Little City to highlight some of 

the hidden dining gems for lunch or to enjoy a cake and a cup of tea al fresco... 

Colours Cafe 

and Wellbeing 

Centre 

15 New Bridge 

Street, Truro, 

Cornwall, TR1 2AA 

www.colourscafe 

wellbeingcentre. 

co.uk 

10.30am - 4pm 

Tuesday - Saturday. 

Now open Saturday evening for dinner. (see 

page 8 for details) Zen courtyard, seating 10. 

Enjoy vegan or vegetarian lunches. Drink’s 

menu has interesting selection of Organic Tea 

Tonics, Specialty Lattes, Jack’s Kombucha - 

crafted and brewed in Cornwall and tea and 

coffee using oat, soya or coconut dairy-free 

options. 

Elseafood Cornwall 

Lemon Quay, Truro. 

www.elseafood.co.uk 

Facebook: elseafood.uk or on mobile 

07498 027 176 

A family business, 

started at festivals 

and events in 

2013 now open 

on Lemon Quay 

in Truro serving 

fresh Cornish 

seafood and tapas. 

Kaku Chi 

St Mary’s Street 

Mews, Truro, 

TR1 2AF 

Facebook: 

kakuchi.ltd 

A little gem of a 

coffee shop 

located in the heart 

of Truro, with a sun 

trap outdoor seating 

area providing 

amazing cups of 

locally ground coffee, mouth watering 

pastries and cakes as well as fresh pasta 

and homemade sauces. 


Pollen in the Park 

Victoria Gardens, 

Truro, TR1 3JE 

Facebook: Pollen 

in the Park 

Open every 

day when it’s dry 

- 10am - 4pm. 

Serving teas, 

coffee, cake, 

ice cream & snacks 

in a beautiful park 

location. 

The Cornish 

Vegan 

15 Kenwyn Street, 

TR1 3BU 

www.thecornish 

vegan.com 

Beautiful courtyard 

outside space 

seating up to 22. 

With outside heaters. 

Vegetarian,vegan and gluten-free options. 

Trennick Mill 

Boscawen Park, 

Truro. 

Facebook: 

trennickmill 

A family run 

business in a 

beautiful location 

who thrive to 

create a warm 

friendly atmosphere, 

with an extensive 

menu and Daily 

Specials. 

For more places to eat in Truro 

go to: www.visittruro.org.uk/eating-out 


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Respect 

the sea... 

Living in Truro, there are many delightful 

beaches to visit. Although fairly new living 

by the Cornish sea, I have come to realise - 

through experience - that “I want to go 

for a swim” involves taking into account 

a number of crucial factors, one being - 

the tide! 

Checking the tide beforehand is critical. I once 

went to one of my favourite spots where the 

sun was just emerging and high tide had come, 

gone and going out again. There had been 

a storm the night before, the RNLI truck was 

parked at the entrance of the beach and the 

red flag was up. No-one could swim in those 

rollers! I hadn’t checked the tides or the 

weather before going. So, from now on 

whenever I want a swim - I do my homework! 

A few days later I decide to check out 

Trevaunance Cove in St Agnes, a new place 

for me. I checked the timetable, tide was high 

at 03.45am and it was definitely on the way 

out, but still the waves were quite strong, so 

I wasn’t wholly confident I was going to get a 

swim. When I arrived at 7.30am it seemed 

a surfers‘ paradise and therefore definitely 

not on my own! Phew! I felt safe enough to 

venture in… 

As long as you respect the sea - don’t turn your 

back too long on the waves - you can have 

great fun jumping waves and having a dip. If 

you are taking your family or alone make sure 

you do your homework first before you visit. 

Chapel Porth has become one of my favourite 

places to go. It’s easy to get to from Truro, 

(stop en- route with my coffee cup to pick up 

a coconut latte - 30p off with my own cup!). As 

a National Trust member car parking is free. If 

you get there early enough you beat the tangle 

of cars coming up and down the steep path 

- which can get tricky in the middle of tourist 

season. Recently, I arrived just before the tide 

was going out. I enjoyed my best swim ever - 

and actually had a swim! I picked the right time 

that’s for sure, and there was no one around, so 

it was like swimming in my own private, huge, 

salty bath! 

When the tide goes out, it leaves vast expanses 

of beach which are for the whole family’s 

enjoyment. As long as you know when the 

tide is coming back you can plan when to pack 

up your stuff and return home - and not get 

stranded, or wet! If in doubt seek, advice from 

professionals. Enjoy the beaches but keep safe 

and don’t take unnecessary risks! 

Useful websites: 

www.cornwall-beaches.co.uk 

www.rnli.org/beach-safety 

www.rnli.org/ripsafe 

In an emergency dial 999 for the coastguard 

And don’t forget to put on sun cream. If there 

is a slight wind it will make it seem cooler - 

that’s when you risk getting sun burn. 


RNLI top 5 Beach 

Safety Tips 

1 - Float to Live 

If you find yourself struggling in the water, or 

if you fall in unexpectedly, you should Float to 

Live. Just lean back and use your arms and legs 

to help you float. Wait until you can control your 

breathing, then call for help or swim to safety. If 

you have children, it’s important to teach them to 

float too. You could practice when you go to the 

swimming pool. 

One of the risks at the beach is rip currents. They 

are strong currents that can quickly drag you out 

to sea. Watch the video: www./rnli.org/safety/ 

beach-safety 

4 - Call 999 in an emergency 

When you go to the beach, always carry a means 

of calling for help. If you’re going in the water, 

you can carry your mobile phone in a waterproof 

pouch. That way, if you find yourself or spot 

someone else in an emergency situation, you can 

get help. 

In a coastal emergency, call 999 if you’re in the 

UK and ask for the coastguard. 

2 - Choose a lifeguarded beach 

In 2021, RNLI lifeguards aided over 40,000 

people on the beach. Choosing to visit a 

lifeguarded beach gives you and your family the 

protection of highly trained lifeguards. They can 

see the dangers develop, prevent accidents 

before they happen and respond instantly if 

anyone gets into difficulty. 

5 - Know your flags 

If you visit a lifeguarded beach, there will be flags 

on the beach to show you where it’s safe to swim. 

If you’re planning to swim or bodyboard, stay 

between the red and yellow flags. For surfboards, 

stand-up paddleboards or other non-powered 

craft, go between the black and white chequered 

flag. You should not swim there. 

If a red flag is flying, the water is dangerous. Do 

not enter the water under any circumstances. 

3 - Know the risks and what to do 

When you’re heading to the beach, it’s 

important that you know the risks and what you 

can do to minimise them. From rip currents to 

tides, cold water shock to waves, being aware of 

the dangers will help you to stay safe. 

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) volunteer lifeboat crews provide a 24-hour rescue 

service in the UK and Ireland, and their seasonal lifeguards look after people on busy beaches. 

The RNLI are the charity that saves lives at sea. Will you help them today, to save someone’s 

tomorrow? Go to: www.rnli.org/support-us/give-money/donate and donate. 


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Bringing colour 

into Truro 

Truro BID funds and installs the 

annual colourful bunting to improve 

the appearance of the city centre. 

This year about four times the volume of 

bunting has been put up around the city 

including at Victoria Square, Boscawen Street, 

Lemon Quay, Pydar Street, Duke Street, 

Lower Lemon Street, Walsingham Place and 

King Street. Lemon Street Market and Tinners 

Court were also given a supply of bunting by 

Truro BID to install. 

The red, white and blue colours were 

chosen to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s 

Platinum Jubilee 2022 celebrations and the 

colourful bunting will continue to flutter in Our 

Great Little City until October. 

As well as the bunting, Truro BID funds 50% 

of the hanging baskets and seasonal planting 

which is delivered each summer by the Parks 

Team at Truro City Council to brighten up the 

city. 

Pounding the Beat 

During the first lockdown, Jenna, like 

everybody else, was looking to keep fit 

at home. 

A friend mentioned an exercise class inspired 

by the fun of drumming: Pound, the rockout 

workout! Pound is a whole-body workout for all 

fitness levels, with modifications for absolute 

beginners to total rockstars! During a Pound 

class you use drumsticks designed specifically for 

exercise (slightly weighted and thicker for easier 

grip) to drum to the beat of the music. 

Like most things, Pound was now being taught 

online, so Jenna attended classes all round the 

world. It was love-at-first-strike; Jenna wanted to 

share Pound with Truro. 

As well as classes, Pound also offered instructortraining 

online. This was perfect for furloughing 

from work, Jenna could now attend the 

training at home. On May 9th she gained 

her instructor-certificate and was now able 

to teach this infectious class. 

Jenna on the left with the ‘Pound’ ladies 

When classes could be taught inside again, 

Jenna was able to teach Pound. But then, 

the third lockdown came and the gym had to 

close. Jenna shelved her drumsticks. 

After the third lockdown a refurbished Threemilestone 

Community Centre re-opened and 

classes could be taught inside again, Jenna is 

now able to bring the class she loves to Truro 

every Thursday night at 6.30pm. 

If you fancy giving this fun-class a go, then 

contact Jenna at jenzb84@googlemail.com, 

‘Pound with Jenna’ on facebook or 

‘poundinTruro’ on Instagram. 


Fire and summer safety advice 

Avoid holiday complacency 

If you’re on holiday, it’s important to be 

even more aware of your fire safety and 

indeed general safety. Whether camping or 

caravanning, you need to think about fire 

safety and the safety of your family. Don’t 

let fire become your uninvited guest on 

your holiday. 

Know what to do in an emergency: 

Camping safety 

If camping, here is some general safety 

advice: 

· a fire can destroy a tent in 60 seconds, so 

make sure you have an escape plan. Make 

sure you have at least one torch, - never use 

candles or have any kind of naked flame in or 

near to a tent 

· find out what the firefighting arrangements 

are in place for the campsite 

· know the address of the campsite and 

postcode 

· tents should ideally be pitched at least six 

metres apart from other tents 

· do not smoke inside a tent and keep lighters 

and matches out of the reach of children 

· always cook outside and well away from your 

tent and don’t cook near flammable materials 

or long grass 

· store flammable liquids or gas cylinders away 

from the tent 

· take a Carbon Monoxide detector with you 

· In the event that someone’s clothes catch 

fire- stop, drop them to the floor, smother with 

a blanket or large item of clothing to quell the 

flames, then get them to roll 

Caravan and mobile home safety 

Much of the advice about fire safety in 

caravans and mobile homes is similar to 

that at your own home. 

· park caravans and mobile homes at least six 

metres apart 

· if there’s a fire – get out, stay out and call the 

Fire and Rescue Service immediately, know 

your location and postcode 

· fit at least one smoke alarm and Carbon 

Monoxide detector, test regularly 

· consider installing a fire blanket and fire 

extinguisher, read operating instructions 

· do not dry clothes on or right next to a heater 

· turn gas off and other appliances when not 

in use 

· do not smoke inside 

· never leave cooking unattended 

· never put water on burning oil or fat 

Fire Safety Cornwall was formed by Jeff Hick 

following serving 30 years in Cornwall Fire 

and Rescue Service. Jeff, along with former 

fire service colleagues, aims to provide high 

standards of service in all aspects of fire safety. 

including: Fire risk assessments, fire safety 

training and general fire safety advice. 

Jeff Hick GIFireE 

Fire Safety Advisor 

Fire Safety Cornwall Ltd 

01872 277 256 

07815 854 691 

www.firesafety 

cornwall.com 


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Truro Together 

Brain Matter 

WORDSEARCH 

Can you find FLOWERS all of these words SALAD hidden in 

the grid? They may run forwards or 

backwards HAY in a FEVER straight line SAND which travels 

either horizontally, HEAT vertically SHORTS or diagonally. 

FLOWERSHOLIDAY 

SALAD SOMBRERO 

HAY FEVER JULY SAND SUNGLASSES 

HEAT 

SHORTS 

HOLIDAY JUNE SOMBRERO TENT 

JULY MOSQUITO SUNGLASSES WARMTH 

JUNE 

TENT 

MOSQUITO PLAY WARMTHWASPS 

PLAY ROSES WASPS WEATHER 

ROSES WEATHER 

Summer 

Can you find all of these words hidden in the grid? They may run forwards or backwards in a 

straight line which travels either horizontally, vertically or diagonally. 

Salad Bowl 

Y E G I S H O R T S E T R 

A V T D E R A C Z Y V T E 

L U N S C P R R A R C N T 

P S E E A K E D O J U S H 

T H T G E H I H U J Z U F 

P F Z U T L T L T G Z N J 

R L F A O D Y L M M X G H 

T O E H A Y F E V E R L V 

A W S C M V B D E O C A M 

E E S E D O D N N A E S W 

H R U V S R S A R A K S J 

H S U P A P I R L L S E J 

S O M B R E R O T A L S N 

S P S A W Z T V H E S E Q 

H Y O H O T I U Q S O M P 

Can you fit all of these words into the grid, then rearrange the letters in the yellow squares to 

SALAD BOWL 

form another word; something you might also find in a salad? 

4 letters RADISH 

Can you PEAS fit all of these TOMATO words into the grid, 

then rearrange the letters in the yellow 

squares 5 letters to form another 7 letters word; something 

you might CRESS also find in AVOCADO a salad? 

4 letters HERBS CHICORY 

7 letters 

PEAS AVOCADOLETTUCE 

5 letters 6 letters 

CHICORY 

LETTUCE 

CRESSCARROT 

8 letters 

HERBS 8 letters 

CELERY 

DRESSING 

DRESSING 

Y E G I S H O R T S E T R 

6 letters 

Answer: 

A V T D E R A C Z Y V T E 

CHIVES SHALLOTS SHALLOTS 

CARROT 

L U N S C P R R A R C N T 

P S E E A K E D O J U S H 

CELERY ENDIVE 

9 letters 

T H T G E H I H U J Z U F 

CHIVES FENNEL MUSHROOMS 9 letters 

P F Z U T L T L T G Z N J 

ENDIVE 

R L F A O D Y L M M X G H 

FENNEL OLIVES MUSHROOMS 

T O E H A Y F E V E R L V 

OLIVES ONIONS 

A W S C M V B D E O C A M 

ONIONS 

E E S E D O D N N A E S W 

RADISH 

H R U V S R S A R A K S J 

TOMATO The word is: __________________________ 

H S U P A P I R L L S E J 

The word is:___________________________ 

S O M B R E R O T A L S N 

S P S A W Z T V H E S E Q 

H Y O H O T I U Q S O M P 


Relaxed Opening 

Hours at Royal 

Cornwall Museum 

Did you know that the Royal Cornwall 

Museum in Truro offers monthly relaxed 

opening hours, 10am-12pm on the first 

Monday of every month? 

The museum’s relaxed opening hour is designed 

to accommodate those who appreciate a calmer 

visit. Visitors will have the freedom to explore the 

museum without the hustle and bustle of regular 

opening hours, with a dedicated chill out space and 

noise reductions in place throughout the museum. 

The museum’s welcoming team will be there to 

accommodate you the moment you step in 

through the door. 

Everyone is welcome, but this session is primarily for 

families with autistic children, autistic young people 

and adults, adults living with dementia, adults and 

children with mental health problems and any other 

visitors with sensory needs who may enjoy a relaxed 

visit with families, friends, and carers. 

Make it a night 

to remember! 

Lauren Campbell, Engagement Officer at the 

museum says, “We’ve been running relaxed 

opening hours for a number of months now 

and the response from the community has been 

really positive. Sometimes museums can be an 

overwhelming place for those with sensory needs 

but they also can have a wealth of benefits for 

people’s mental wellbeing. We hope that by 

providing these relaxed openings we can reach 

as many people as possible and enable them to 

engage with Cornwall’s art and heritage.” 

To attend the relaxed opening hours, usual entrance 

fees apply but there is no need to book ahead. 

Royal Cornwall Museum, River Street, Truro, 

Cornwall TR1 2SJ t: 01872 272205 

www.royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk 

Citizens Advice Cornwall will be hosting their 

first ever ball this September with tickets 

sales now open. Citizens Advice Cornwall 

is a charity - a fact that many people do not 

realise - raising money in Cornwall to support 

the people of Cornwall. 

The Blue and White Ball takes place on 23 

September 2022 at the Penventon Hotel, 

Redruth and will feature a three course meal, 

magician, auction and dancing. Tickets are 

available for £55 each or £500 for a table of 10. 

Chief Executive, Gill Pipkin, said: 

“This is the highlight of our fundraising 

calendar this year where we aim to raise 

much needed funds for our charity, which is 

at the forefront of helping people cope in 

the current cost of living crisis. 


“We are seeing more and more people 

struggling to cope and working hard every 

day to make life better by reducing or 

removing financial, housing and relationship 

pressures. Join us for a fun-filled night, a 

chance to enjoy ourselves and help us help 

more people who are struggling.” 

Citizens Advice Cornwall is a charity 

providing free, independent and confidential 

advice on a wide range of subjects for 

everyone in the community. To book tickets 

for the event or to become a sponsor please 

email: tamsin@citizensadvicecornwall.org.uk 

or call 07549 087 438 

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July Event: Sunday 17th July 

Event running from 11:00-17:00 

Imaginal Collective invites you to enjoy the beautiful tranquility of 

Pinetum Gardens for a day of Meditation, Healing and Live music. Experience 

taster sessions for a range of healing disciplines focusing on body, spirit, 

and mind. 

Twin-Hearts Meditation 

Imaginal Movement 

Pranic Healing 

Reiki 

Quantum Energetic Healing 

Indian Head Massage 

Metamorphic Technique 

Access Bars 

Reflexology 

Marma Therapy 

Live Acoustic Sounds and music to clear the mind and energize the spirit. 

A range of instrumental showcases followed by a full band. Kids are more than 

welcome, we have multiple activities arranged for them throughout the day. 

Kids Nature Walk | Face Painting | The Dream Cabin 

The Birds Nest | The Reading Nook 

For further information and booking visit 

www.imaginalcollective.eco 

Or call Simon on 07799 646024

Healing in the Community and Twin Hearts Meditation 

If you have any physical or emotional pain that you need help with, this 

non-touch, complementary therapy may help you. I am holding relaxed and 

calm 1/2 hour sessions for those in need. 

The Twin Hearts Meditation reduces stress and anxiety, increase memory, 

focus and positive brain activity. Flush out negativity and achieve peace and 

stillness in less than 30 minutes. 

Donations to MCKS Charity 

Wednesday 6th July 

Healing sessions between 4.45pm - 6.30pm - email to book a slot. 

Twin Hearts Meditation starts at 6.45pm - 8pm 

Tuesday 12th July 

Healing sessions for physical ailments or psychological 

Session starts between 10am - 12pm - email to book a slot. 

Wednesday 3rd August 



Wednesday 7th September 



Location: Shortlanesend Village Hall, School Hill, Shortlanesend, Truro TR4 9DU 

Parking available. Wheelchair access and disabled toilet. 

Visit me at Pinetum Gardens, St Austell. on Sunday 17th July at the 

Kaleidoscope event - The Forces of Life. I will be giving taster sessions 

from 1pm to 4pm. Email to book a slot. 

Contact: Therese e: healing@pranichealingcornwall.co.uk 

or t: 07786 735 711 


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