Truro Together November December 2024

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CHRISTMAS EDITION 

November/December 2024 Issue 16

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Age UK helpline (Cornwall): 01872 266 383 

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© PR4Photos - Father Christmas has lost the presents! 

Hello & welcome! 

Christmas is a time for giving, forgiving, and opening our 

hearts. True love need not be measured by the price of a 

gift, but by the intention behind it. Something handmade, 

crafted with care and sincerity, often holds more beauty and 

meaning than anything money can buy. 

Yet, giving isn’t reserved for a season. Every day offers 

moments to share our light with others. A smile to a stranger, 

a simple conversation with someone you pass by, or a small 

gesture of kindness to someone in need - these acts hold 

more power than we realise. Instead of offering money to 

those less fortunate, perhaps we can give of our time, a meal, 

or a warm drink, sharing something that nourishes both body 

and soul. 

In a world so often swept up in materialism, especially during 

this season, we are reminded to pause and reflect. Places like 

Cornwall, with its sacred beauty, call for our gratitude. The 

land speaks to us, asking us to acknowledge the blessings we 

have and to honor the oneness we share with all who walk 

its paths. Whether it’s through creativity, business, service, or 

simply good will, we recognise that we are all interconnected, 

all reflections of the same divine source. 

Do unto others as you would have them do unto you; 

In giving, we receive. In loving, we are loved. This is not a 

sermon, but a way of life - an invitation to live with open 

hearts and kind spirits. 

May your Christmas be filled with peace, love, and deep joy. 

See you in 2025 with love, 

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The Royal Cornwall Museum is hosting a Father 

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Bring in the 

Festive Glow 

The magic of Christmas lights is 

something we all cherish during the 

festive season. We’ve come a long way 

from the days of using candles to adorn 

the Christmas tree. 

Today, eco-friendly LED lights are the go-to 

choice. Not only do they save on energy 

costs and offer greater safety by producing 

less heat, but they also allow for more lights 

per metre, adding extra sparkle to your 

decorations. 

Thanks to modern technology, many 

Christmas lights now come with a timer 

function. This handy feature eliminates the 

hassle of reaching behind the tree to turn your 

lights on and off. Simply switch them on, and 

they’ll automatically turn off after 8 hours, only 

to turn back on 16 hours later. It’s as simple as 

that - one easy step until it’s time to take them 

down after Christmas. Now, that’s convenience! 

This timer feature is also available in many 

battery-operated Christmas decorations, 

giving you even more time to relax and enjoy 

the festive season, perhaps with a mince pie in 

hand. 

Visit Mallett’s Home Hardware to explore over 

70 styles of Christmas lighting for both indoor 

and outdoor use, including LED characters and 

light-up wreaths. Let them help you brighten 

your Christmas! 

Christmas Competition! 

WIN a £50 voucher from Malletts Home Hardware to spend on 

Christmas lighting. 

Answer this simple question: 

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Christmas 

News from 

Truro BID 

We’ve been busy working with 

various partners on Christmas 

activities, which launch this year on 

Friday 22nd November with our 

Festive Friday event, featuring Truro’s 

Christmas Lights Switch-on at 7pm. 

Johnny Cowling and Lucy Start will be 

hosting Festive Friday which starts with special 

entertainment on the stage in Boscawen Street 

from 5pm. Following the big switch-on there will 

be celebratory live music until 8.15pm. 

On the same day the Truro Christmas Market 

opens on Lemon Quay until Christmas Eve, 

showcasing local food, drink, arts and crafts in 

festive wooden cabins. The Market, which opens 

until 9pm on Festive Friday, is hosted by Truro 

Farmers Market and Cornwall Event Cabins. 

To continue the festivities, The Father 

Christmas Parade will be returning on Wednesday 

27th November at 6.30pm to coincide with the 

first Wednesday Late-Night Shopping. As well as 

Father Christmas, dancers, musicians, and circus 

performers will be parading around the city centre 

in a Jack and the Beanstalk themed parade. 

We have invited City of Lights to be represented 

at our Father Christmas Parade. City of Lights will 

be delivering a full day of bookable workshops at 

the Hall for Cornwall for families on Saturday 16th 

November. These families will then be invited to 

parade their small lanterns as part of the Father 

Christmas Parade. 

Thank you to Coodes Solicitors for sponsoring 

both Festive Friday and The Father Christmas 

Parade. 

New for this year and part of the city’s festive 

markets, we are working with Cornwall Shop 

Small and Truro Farmers Market to bring stalls to 

Boscawen Street on Wednesdays and Saturdays 

from 23rd November. The Boscawen Street 

Christmas Markets will feature a wonderful 

combination of festive gifts and produce from 

local and independent makers, along with some 

street food, traffic-free streets and music. 

Once again, we are delighted to be supporting 

Coppice Theatre so that Father Christmas 

can return to the Royal Cornwall Museum. 

Taking place on eight dates from Saturday 7th 

December, Father Christmas at the Museum 

is a festive grotto and storytelling experience 

(see page 6 for more details). 

With so much going on, we hope that residents 

and visitors will come into the city to shop in 

person, eat, drink, and enjoy Christmas. For more 

details on Truro’s festive events see our advert 

opposite and go to: visittruro.org.uk @visittruro. 

Finally, our small team at Truro BID wishes you all 

a very merry Christmas and happy new year. Truro 

businesses, feel free to contact us on 01872 273 999. 

Festive Facts 

• Truro’s annual Christmas Lights are funded and 

installed by Truro BID, thanks to the 375 Truro 

Businesses who pay into the BID levy scheme. 

• Festive Friday is brought to you by Truro BID, 

in partnership with the Hall for Cornwall who 

organise the entertainment and Truro City Council 

who provide the stage. 

• We will be delivering illuminated reindeer 

Christmas lights to local businesses, so look out 

for them decorating over 80 of the high street’s 

windows from 22nd November. 

Alun Jones, Truro BID Manager 

www.trurobid.co.uk 


Fri 22 nd Nov - Festive Friday 

Christmas Lights Switch-on at 7pm, followed by live music. 

Entertainment from 5pm presented by Johnny Cowling & Lucy Start 

Brought to you by Truro BID & sponsored by Coodes Solicitors. 

From Fri 22 nd Nov to Tues 24 th Dec 

Truro Christmas Market 

Cornwall’s biggest Christmas market showcasing food, drink, 

arts & craft in festive wooden cabins on Lemon Quay 

Hosted by Truro Farmers Market & Cornwall Event Cabins. 

Saturdays and Wednesdays from 23 rd Nov 

Boscawen Street Christmas Markets 

Featuring local gifts, produce & street food, along with traffic-free shopping. 

From Wed 27 th Nov - Wednesday Late Night Shopping 

Wed 27 th Nov - The Father Christmas Parade at 6.30pm 

Featuring Father Christmas, dance groups, musicians & circus performers. 

Brought to you by Truro BID & sponsored by Coodes Solicitors. 

From Sat 7 th Dec 

Father Christmas at the Royal Cornwall Museum 

See website for all dates, booking essential. 

A Coppice Theatre event supported by Truro BID. 

Tues 31 st Dec - New Year’s Eve Fireworks 

Family display at 7.30pm & New Year’s display at midnight. 

Brought to you by Truro City Council. 

For more info on Truro’s festive events: 

visittruro.org.uk 

@visittruro 


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NEWS UPDATE 

Truro Food Bank 

News Update 

Truro Foodbank is often asked for 

information about the amount of food 

we receive and how many people we 

feed. The tables below compare 1st 

June – 30th August 2024 with the same 

period last year to provide answers to 

these questions. 

Firstly, figures about food coming in: 

Findings: 

Supermarket drop bins have always been the biggest source of our stock but this has halved. 

Other regular sources of donations have also dropped by half overall. 

Food inflation remains significant for customers and foodbanks – it costs more now to buy a lot less. 

Secondly, figures about people fed: 

Truro Foodbank saw a 23% increase in demand this summer, feeding 250 more people than last 

year. Unlike traditional foodbanks, Truro allows customers to choose their own food, maintaining 

dignity and reducing waste. Many single-person households and those in temporary accommodation, 

often with limited cooking facilities, rely on the service. Fresh food from local sources like Cornwall 

Food Action, Soul Farm, and Truro Allotments is also distributed when available. 

While low income is a major reason for referrals, 30% of households helped had at least one 

person in work, compared to 20% nationally. Other reasons for referral included health issues, 

insecure housing, and domestic abuse. 

To collect food, a referral is required. Visit Truro Foodbank’s website or call the Citizens Advice 

helpline on 0808 208 2138 for help. 

To support, consider adding extra tins to supermarket donation bins. For information on the real 

living wage campaign, email trurofoodbank@gmail.com. 


22 NOV 24 DEC 

to 

LEMON QUAY , TRURO 

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GIFT IDEAS AT CHRISTMAS 

Gift ideas for you 

at Christmas Time 

Gold Surprised Bassett 

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Annie & Maude - Lemon Street Market 

(see p2) 

Little Man Cave Doorstop 

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(see p2) 


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GIFT IDEAS AT CHRISTMAS 

“When you give and share, you become a channel 

for abundance” - MCKS 

Bagpuss Heatable 

Soft Toy 

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Malletts Home Hardware 

NB Mallett’s gifts 

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FESTIVE 

GATHERINGS 

Canapes & cocktails or 

Christmas pizza? 

Drinks & 

Light Bites 

Spaces 

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Dog Sign - 

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or visit at Pannier Market 

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Get together at Scandi-inspired 

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Ring Holder (Swan design) 

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Pannier Market (back left) 

Competition 

Time! 

Win a Family Ticket ( 2 adults and 2 

children ) to the fabulous Jack and the 

Beanstalk Pantomime at The Hall for 

Cornwall! 

(T’s and C’s apply) 

Robin design Paua Shell & Mother 

of Pearl Necklace 

£14.99 

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Market (back left) 

To win this fabulous prize answer this simple 

question: 

What did the giant say to Jack? 

a) Fe Fi Ho Hum 

b) Fe Fi Fo Tum 

c) Fe Fi Fo Fum 

d) Fe Fi Fo Tim 

T’s and C’s - Family ticket not valid on shows 

between & inclusive of dates 23-27 December 

and would be subject to availability on the other 

remaining dates. 

To enter go to: 

www.trurotogether.co.uk/competition 

Closing date 

30th November 

Good luck ! 

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The tale of River 

Street, Truro 

words by Bert Biscoe 

When the first human eyes crested 

the ridge and gazed down into the 

broad, flat estuarial valley below, they 

would have seen two rivers winding 

through: the Dowr Ithy (later known as 

the Kenwyn) and the Allen (or Alaunos, 

meaning Bright Water). A third river, the 

Glasteinan (later the Tinney or Staddon), 

flowed in from the north, passing under 

what is now Tregolls Road and feeding 

into Avery’s Creek, where today we find 

Trafalgar Roundabout. 

Trafalgar Roundabout home for our resident hedgehogs. 

The name Truro stems from a Celtic word 

meaning ‘Three Rivers.’ In those early days, the 

valley was wet and tidal, though as centuries 

passed, land was reclaimed and the waters 

brought under control. In the 12th century, 

a castle was erected - likely by either King 

Stephen or Queen Matilda during their civil 

A bank was transformed into the Royal Cornwall Museum. 

war - on a commanding, defensible hilltop, 

the site now occupied by the Crown Court. 

The castle stood just below Kenwyn Church, 

while the area known as Hendra was used for 

jousting and archery. Shakespeare even alludes 

to Cornish archers in “Henry V” when the king 

asks, on the eve of battle, ‘Art thou of Cornish 

crew?’ 

Also dating from the 12th century, a 

Dominican priory stretched across much of 

the land between what is now Victoria Square 

- once Truro’s bustling port - and Bosvigo 

Bridge. This history is echoed in the name of 

St Dominic Street. However, in 1536, Henry 

VIII dissolved the priory, and its lands fell into 

disuse, eventually coming into the possession 

of the Boscawen family. By the 19th century, the 

Boscawens had sold off most of their holdings 

in Truro, paving the way for the Ferris family 

to lead the westward expansion of the town, 

the fruits of which can be seen most notably in 

River Street. 

Beneath River Street flows the River Kenwyn. 

In 1988, a branch lodged between the pillars 

of the old west bridge under Victoria Square, 


causing a flood that struck twice within months. 

Wesley is said to have preached near the West 

Bridge, and in the early 19th century, troops 

had to face down rioting miners seeking food 

in the same area. 

The Ferris family commissioned a young architect 

from Truro, Philip Sambello, whose vision greatly 

influenced the shape of modern Truro. He 

devised a master plan for River Street and 

designed many of its buildings, including the 

Baptist Church, now home to The Artshop. A 

former Congregational chapel was repurposed 

as the offices of the Rural District Council, and a 

bank was transformed into the Royal Cornwall 

Museum. 

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Interesting facts 

about Ivy 

words by Anna Cormie - 

Assistant Countryside Ranger 

Even as winter approaches, common 

ivy (Hedera helix) continues to produce 

flowers and fruit. 

This evergreen plant uses special hairs to cling to 

surfaces, enabling it to climb up to 30 meters. Its 

juvenile leaves are dark green with 3-5 lobes, while 

mature leaves are heart or oval-shaped. Once 

mature, ivy becomes self-supporting and blooms 

yellow-green flowers in small dome-shaped clusters, 

called umbels, from September to November, with 

berries ripening between November and January. 

Contrary to popular belief, ivy does not harm trees. 

It uses them for support but has its own root system, 

drawing nutrients from the soil, not the tree. In fact, 

ivy is vital to the ecosystem, supporting over 50 

Have you 

made a will? 

Making a will can seem daunting, but it’s 

important because there are rules about 

what happens to your money, property, 

or possessions after you die. Without a 

will they may not go to the people or 

places you wanted. 

It’s a good idea to use a solicitor, or to have one 

check a will you draw-up to make sure it’ll have the 

effect you want. It’s easy to make mistakes which 

could cause problems after your death. 

Think about how much money and property you 

have and if any possessions are especially important 

to you; whether you want anything to go to family 

or friends; and what you’d like to happen to the rest 

of your assets, such as leaving a gift to charities. 

If relevant, you should also decide who should look 

after any children under 18. You’ll also need to 

decide who will sort out your estate and carry out 

your wishes, (known as the executors). It’s common to 

appoint two executors. People often choose relatives 

or friends, solicitors, accountants, banks, or the Public 

Trustee - an official body - to be an executor. 

species of wildlife. Its berries, nectar, and pollen 

provide essential food for birds and insects during 

autumn and winter when other sources are scarce. 

Birds benefit from the berries; high fat content, 

while insects like hoverflies, bees, and wasps rely 

on its nectar and pollen before hibernation. Ivy also 

supports caterpillars of moths and butterflies. 

Historically, ivy has symbolic significance. The 

ancient Greeks and Romans believed wearing 

ivy wreaths prevented intoxication. The Roman 

god Bacchus was depicted with ivy, and wreaths 

were awarded to athletes and poets to symbolize 

achievement. Rather than seeing ivy as a nuisance, 

appreciate it as a crucial part of the ecosystem with 

a rich cultural history. 

A will must be made by someone of sound mind, 

meaning capable of rational thought and making 

and understanding decisions. It must also be drawn 

up without pressure from another person in writing 

and signed by the person making the will, in the 

presence of two witnesses, who must also sign the 

document. 

As soon as the will is signed, dated and witnessed, 

it’s complete. It should be kept in a safe place and 

other documents should not be attached to it. 

This safe place might be at home, with a solicitor 

or accountant, at a bank, or at HM Courts and 

Tribunals Service (HMCTS) for safekeeping. 

Visit: citizensadvicecornwall.org.uk 


GARDENING 

Gardening Tips 

for Winter 

Plenty of jobs to do in the garden in 

November. This is a time to plant spring 

bulbs so that your spring colour will 

emerge next year. 

1. November is the ideal time to plant tulips 

in pots and borders for fabulous colour next 

spring. Also daffodils, crocuses and other 

spring bulbs can be planted. 

2. Sow salad on a sunny windowsill to give you 

a supply of fresh leaves through winter. 

3. Plant up patio pots and windowboxes with 

violas, cyclamens and colourful evergreens 

like heucheras and heather to give you winter 

colour when the weather is dark and gloomy. 

4. Lift dahlias once the first frosts have 

blackened their leaves. Leave the tubers to 

dry, then store them in trays under a layer of 

compost to keep them from drying out. 

5. Mulch beds with a thick layer of organic 

matter, such as garden compost or well-rotted 

farmyard manure. 

6. Clean bird feeders and fill them with 

oil-rich seeds like sunflower hearts and suet 

balls to support birds through winter. Keep 

bird baths topped up so that birds have 

somewhere to drink and bathe. 

7. Choose some shrubs with winter colour and 

scent eg Christmas box (Sarcococca confusa), 

wintersweet (Chimonanthus praecox) and witch 

hazel (Hamamelis) all look and smell gorgeous 

at this time of year. 

Thank you to www.stewarts.co.uk for their 

gardening tips. 

Truro Community Library News 

New regular event- Mondays 10am- 

12pm Need help setting up an email, 

finding something online or any 

computer support? Pop into our 

computer room and see Sandy, who 

will be happy to help with your enquiry. 

Thursday 14th November (morning) 

Dave from England Illegal Money Lending 

Team is visiting Truro Library and he’s 

passionate about raising awareness of loan 

sharks who are operating in our communities. 

If you or someone you know is being affected 

by illegal money lenders, or to find out how to 

stop yourself falling prey to them, come in and 

speak to the Stop Loan Sharks team. 

Tuesday 26th – Saturday 30th November 

The ‘Material Girls’ craft group will be holding 

a craft stall in Truro Library, with all proceeds 


going to charity. Pop in and pick up a 

Christmas present or treat yourself. 

Cards for Good Causes- Early October until 

Christmas 

Monday to Friday 9.00-5.00 and Saturdays 

10.00-4.00 

For all your Christmas cards and wrapping 

needs, visit the Cards for Good Causes shop 

in Truro Library, supporting local and national 

charities. 

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Christmas Festive 

What’s On 

Pantomime fun at the Hall for Cornwall 

This year’s pantomime is Jack and the Beanstalk! 

Expect song-and-dance adventure as hero Jack, 

heads for the clouds to explore a mysterious 

beanstalk that’s taken root faster than a Kernow 

cabbage. Where will the plant lead, can Jack save 

the village and who last sharpened the axe? 

With songs you’ll know, a sack full of plant-based 

jokes and more fairy-infused fun than you can shake 

a beanstalk at, it’s time to set off on an unforgettable 

festive family feel-good adventure! 

Tickets from £15. Book early for the best prices and 

availability! See p8 

Christmas Lights at Mousehole 

Bundle up and take a stroll through the charming 

streets of Mousehole, all the way to the waterfront, 

where you can enjoy festive sights like Santa with 

his sleigh, rows of twinkling Christmas trees, and 

even some distinctly Cornish decorations, such as 

a whale and a sea monster! This dazzling display is 

made possible by over 90 kilometers (55 miles) of 

light cabling and 7,000 bulbs, creating a magical 

experience. 

Boxing Day Swims 

Boxing Day swims are held across Cornwall, so no 

matter where you find yourself on the 31st, you’re 

likely to have the chance to take part. Many of these 

events offer warming drinks afterward, including hot 

chocolate, tea, or mulled wine, to help you thaw 

out. 

Make sure to check the details of the event 

beforehand. If you’re not a confident sea swimmer, 

it’s essential to ensure lifeguards are present, as 

not all beaches have them on duty. There may 

also be age restrictions, and some locations, like 

Perranporth, may even have rules against wetsuitsso 

double-check the requirements before diving in! 

Friday 27th December 

Near-ta Theatre festive comedy, “Christmas. Time”, 

at the Alverton. Pull up a pew, sip on homemade 

mulled wine and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon or 

evening for the whole family. Two performances - 

3pm and 7pm. 

Tuesday 31st December - New Year’s Eve 

Alverton New Year’s Eve black tie dinner party. 

Before the countdown and fireworks commence, 

we’ve got an evening of fine dining, fabulous 

cocktails, and top tunes from the years gone-by, 

to celebrate another trip around the sun. Tickets: 

£99 per person. 

Truro Old Cornwall Society, in assoc. with 

Truro Cathedral & Portscatho & Gerrans 

Old Cornwall Society will be singing 

‘Carols of The Roseland’ 

Truro Cathedral | December 4th 6.30pm 

Wishing 

all Readers a 

Happy Christmas! 


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TRURO Together BRAIN MATTER 

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CROSSWORD 

Fill in the crossword in the usual way, then 

rearrange the letters in the shaded squares to 

spell out a word associated with Christmas. 

Across 

1 Going by (7) 

6 In the past (3) 

7 Keep from happening (7) 

8 Sing with closed lips (3) 

9 Name (5) 

10 Witness (3) 

12 Get (7) 

13 Frost (3) 

14 Great joy (7) 

Down 

1 Tubular wind instrument (4) 

2 Protected (9) 

3 Exactly alike (9) 

4 Collecting in one 

place (9) 

5 Compartment in a 

house (4) 

10 Sea-going vessel (4) 

11 Waistband (4) 

The word is: 

IN REFLECTION 

There are five differences between 

these two trees that are reflections 

of each other. Can you spot 

them all? 

PUZZLE 

SOLUTIONS 

IN REFLECTION 

28 Truro Together is part of Community Together 

CROSSWORD 

P A S S I N G R 

I H D A G O 

P R E V E N T O 

E L N H U M 

T I T L E 

S E E I R B 

H R E C E I V E 

I C E A N L 

P D E L I G H T 

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(Special Archangel Meditation on 18th December) 

Wednesdays 8th & 22nd January 2025 

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Shortlanesend Village Hall, Shortlanesend, TR4 9DU 

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Discovering 

Cornwall: My 500- 

Mile Wheelchair 

Journey 

What started as an ambitious idea 

last November - to travel 500 miles 

around the perimeter of Cornwall 

in my electric wheelchair - became 

a reality on September 1st, marking 

33 years since my accident. 

At first, it seemed like a distant goal with 

plenty of time to prepare. Over the months, 

we established The Cornwall 500, a road trip 

without a set route. Our goal was to deliver the 

first 50 plaques, which can later be collected 

like achievements in an app, creating a new 

narrative of Cornwall. 

© PR4Photos 

a small team of carers and friends, I began 

this adventure. Over the next 28 days, I 

faced northern winds along the coast, the 

lingering warmth of summer, and the early 

signs of a cold, wet winter—all within 

the course of a day’s journey. Traveling 

approximately 25 miles most days, the 

equivalent of the distance from Truro to 

St Ives, was no small feat in a wheelchair. 

Along the way, I towed a replica air ambulance, 

collecting donations and raising awareness. 

© PR4Photos 

I chose to embark on this journey in support of 

the Cornwall Air Ambulance, the charity that 

saved my life by flying me to the specialist 

spinal unit in Salisbury all those years ago. Their 

swift response and expert care during those 

critical moments not only saved my life but also 

gave my family hope when they needed it most 

- something I will be forever grateful for. 

With the blessings of my family, supporters, and 

dignitaries like the Lord Lieutenant of Cornwall, 

we set off on September 1st. Accompanied by 

© PR4Photos 

The support I received was overwhelming. 

People honked their horns in encouragement, 

called out their names from car windows, and 

engaged with me on social media, turning 

what could have been a solitary challenge 

into a shared experience. Moments like when 

young Dresden ran up to donate £1 of his 

pocket money were especially heartwarming. 

We have just surpassed the £10,000 mark at 

the time of writing this, and I am incredibly 

thankful to everyone who donated - you are 

truly helping to save lives. 

During this journey, I visited nearly 300 places - 

towns, villages, beaches, and coves—traveled 

through 140 different parishes, covered 480 


miles, and spoke to thousands of people. I 

heard countless stories of how Cornwall Air 

Ambulance has touched the lives of others. 

This experience has profoundly affected me, 

leaving me humbled by the county where I was 

born, raised, and privileged to live. 

It may have taken me 50 years to explore 

Cornwall on such a deep level, but this 

incredible challenge is something I will never 

forget. Being able to save lives while doing 

something I love - there’s nothing more fulfilling. 

Here’s to the future of The Cornwall 500. 

If you would like to donate please scan the QR 

code: 

Akoostica at The Old 

Ale House, Truro 

Contact: bertbiscoe@btinternet.com 

Thank you to Maura 

Kelly for submitting 

a lovely Christmas 

Poem for you to 

enjoy. 

Nov 13th & 27th 

Dec 5th & 19th 

Jan 9th & 23rd 

Click on the QR 

code. Merry Christmas 

and a peaceful New 

Year to you all. 

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