Truro Together March/April 2025

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March/April 2025 Issue 18

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2 Truro Together is part of Community Together

Exciting changes to

Kenwyn Care Home

We believe every person should be treated as an individual,

with tailored care provided in the very best surroundings.

That’s why our home’s recent refurbishment has been designed

with residents’ comfort, well-being and happiness in mind.

A new home to be proud of, with the same dedication to those we care for.

Welcome family and friends to enjoy delicious

home-made treats in our stylish new café.

Indulge in pamper sessions and beauty routines at our new salon.

Relax with luxurious bath time experiences in our new spa bathroom.

Unwind and make yourself at home in our beautiful lounges.

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TRURO

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Useful Numbers

Age UK helpline (Cornwall): 01872 266 383

Services include iTea & biscuits, exercise

classes & social clubs.

Alcoholics Anonymous: 0800 9177 650

Citizens Advice Cornwall: 0800 144 8848

For a call back (exc weekends)

Text: ADVICE to 78866 or DEBT to 78866

Samaritans - if you need someone to talk to,

they listen. They won’t judge or tell you what to

do. Call 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org

(24 hr response)

With you in Truro - confidential treatment to

those with alcohol & drug issues or close to

them. Western House in Truro.

Open 9-5pm Mon - Fri 10-4pm Sat

Referral line: 01872 263 001

The Community Gateway - support & help

for yourself or family members.

Open 7 days week 8am - 8pm

t: 01872 266 383

e: gateway@ageukcornwall.org.uk

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Meet the Team

Publisher, Editor & Sales

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loss or damage, caused by errors or omissions. Inclusion of advertisers

does not indicate our endorsement of their products or services.

Hello & welcome!

Welcome to our spring issue, a season of awakening

and Truro Together celebrates its 3rd Anniversary!

As nature awakens from winter’s slumber, we are

invited to reconnect with our inner selves. Amid

life’s challenges - whether setbacks, frustrating

encounters, or physical discomfort - pause and

listen to what your body and spirit are telling you.

Find a quiet space or take a mindful walk among

blossoming trees, letting stillness nurture your soul.

Life isn’t solely about the daily grind; it’s about

cultivating genuine connections and personal

growth. Engage with your community, embrace

your best self, and extend kindness wherever

possible. Let this season remind you that even

in moments of struggle, there is beauty and

opportunity for transformation. Embrace the

magic within.

Take time to appreciate the earth’s gentle reminders.

Each still moment offers a chance to grow stronger,

more compassionate, and truly present. Wishing you a

season of renewal, connection, and inner flourishing.

With love,

Therese

t: 07786 735 711

e: therese@trurotogether.co.uk

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Chiverton to

Threemilestone

Saints Trail is open!

Safe Cycling Truro to St Agnes

After several months of a temporary

arrangement the Saints Trail between

Chiverton bridge and Threemilestone

opened in full in February.

When coming from the Truro direction you cross

over the A390 using the signalised crossing next

to the DFS sofa store to get to the Park & Ride

side. From here you follow the path all the way

up to the new West Langarth roundabout. You

then use signalised crossings to go through the

middle of the roundabout to get to the south

side of the A390. You then follow the path all the

way to the Chiverton bridge. Please take care

where the path crosses junctions and property

entrances.

Pollinators emerge

words by Anna Cormie -

Assistant Countryside Ranger

As we move into spring, the number of

flowers and insects we see increases. While

the majority of pollinators come out later

in the year when it is warmer, a few species

begin to appear in March and April.

One such pollinator is the dark-edged bee-fly

(Bombylius major). The bee-fly is named for its mimicry

of bees. By looking like a bee, the female bee-fly is able

to fly close to solitary bee nests (most often those of

mining bees) and throw her eggs at the entrance. Once

the maggot has hatched, it will crawl into the nest and

eat the solitary bee larvae inside. While the bee-fly has a

parasitic beginning, it is a valuable early pollinator which

begins to appear in March and is best spotted in April.

It can be seen hovering above flowers while it uses its

long proboscis to collect nectar from flowers such as

violets and primroses.

One of the early flowers to appear, blackthorn trees

(Prunus spinosa) blossom with small white flowers in

March and April. This spiny shrubby tree is dark brown

in colour and can live for up to 100 years. The white

flowers, appearing before the leaves, are a valuable

source of pollen and nectar for bees in the springtime.

The trail from Chiverton bridge to St Agnes

village currently includes a mix of on road

and off road routes. Follow the signs! Maps of

the route are available on Cornwall Council’s

Saints Trails website.

We will be campaigning for an improved

connection with the existing shared paths

into Truro at Threemilestone and a fully

off road route between Chiverton and St

Agnes. Despite these issues the trail is a great

step forward for cycling and active travel in

the area. We look forward to it being a very

popular route for the people of Truro and St

Agnes alike.

Sarah Wetherill:

info@trurocyclingcampaign.com

Once the flowers have been pollinated, they turn into

small blue-black fruits which can be used to make sloe

gin but are also enjoyed by birds in Autumn. Not only is

blackthorn valuable for wildlife, but it was also thought to

have been used to make the wands and staffs of witches!

With spring, we also enter the bird breeding season.

The goldcrest (Regulus regulus) is at the height of its

nesting season in April. A very small bird at only 5 or 6g

(the weight of a 20p coin!), the goldcrest (along with the

firecrest) lays and creates the smallest eggs and nests

among British and Irish birds. They can, however, lay

up to 12 eggs in a clutch! Goldcrests can be identified

by their strikingly coloured crowns, orange in males

and yellow in females. This may be why its Latin name,

Regulus regulus, translates to Prince or Petty King and is

known as King of the Birds in European folklore.

So look out for bee-flies buzzing around flowers and

solitary bee nests, beautiful white flowers on spiky

blackthorn trees, and dynasties of goldcrests in

meadows, woodlands and gardens,and enjoy the

new life sprouting around you!


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COMMUNITY NEWS

Truro lifting bridge

planning application

Support for the bridge has been very strong.

As of the end of January this year 123 people

have voted online of which the vast majority

(106) are firmly in support. Just 17 have

expressed reservations or objections and

these comments / suggestions will be taken

into account in the build process.

An information service is provided by

volunteers from the Loops Room at Boscawen

Park (next to the Café) on certain days/

times of the week where all aspects can be

discussed and the latest news shared. A

number of people the team have spoken

to wanted to support the bridge project but

were not comfortable engaging with the

online process and chose to show their

support by adding their names to a paper

survey. So far 52 votes in favour have been

recorded this way.

Reviving Cornwall’s

Intertidal Seagrass

Meadows

At Cornwall Wildlife Trust, we are

committed to restoring our local

intertidal seagrass meadows – and

we need your help to identify areas

that could be revived.

While strolling at low tide, have you noticed grass

growing on the shore and wondered what it is? This

is intertidal seagrass, a flowering plant much like the

grass in your garden, thriving in sheltered, muddy

areas. It plays a vital role in carbon storage and

provides habitat for a diverse range of species. Over

the past 50 years, we have lost 92% of our seagrass

beds nationally, with the most significant decline in

our estuarine intertidal meadows.

Recent research shows that muddy estuarine

seagrass beds store up to four times more carbon

than those found in deeper waters. With funding

from Seasalt Cornwall over the past three years, we

Total votes so far 158 in favour with just 17

objections – that is over 90% in favour.

The date of the Planning Committee Meeting is

yet to be confirmed therefore there is still time

for more votes or comments. You can make a

real difference by expressing your support

for the bridge in a comment on the planning

application, reference PA24/05179, through

the Council’s planning

portal during the

consultation period.

Scan the QR code and

register. You can leave

a public comment,

and view the documents

submitted with the

application.

Cornwall Wildlife Trust image

have trialed various methods of replanting intertidal

seagrass on the Fal-Ruan and Helford estuaries. Our

work has resulted in a robust methodology, ready

for wider implementation across Cornwall.

Beth Ford, our Seagrass Project Assistant,

explains: “We want to help nature by restoring

sites in Cornwall where intertidal seagrass once

thrived but has since disappeared.” Chloe James,

Seagrass Project Officer, adds that local memories

are invaluable to our restoration efforts. If you

recall seagrass on your local shores or have useful

information, please contact: 07966 581 046 or

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GARDENING

Spring Awakening:

Gardening tips for

March & April

As winter fades and the first signs of

spring appear, gardeners face an exciting

opportunity to renew their outdoor spaces.

March and April are critical months for

preparing your garden to thrive in the

warmer days ahead. With unpredictable

weather and a unique climate, a little

foresight goes a long way. Here are five

tips to help you create a vibrant, flourishing

garden this spring.

1. Prepare Your Soil:

Begin by assessing and

improving your garden’s

soil. Winter’s frosts and

fluctuating temperatures

can leave your soil

compacted and less

fertile. Remove any

debris and gently

turn the soil to aerate

it. Adding a layer of

well-rotted compost or

manure will enrich the

nutrient content and

improve drainage. This groundwork sets the stage

for healthy root development once you plant your

spring and summer selections.

2. Start Sowing Seeds:

March is ideal for

starting seeds indoors

for a head start on

summer vegetables

and annual blooms. Use

seed trays or pots with a

quality potting mix, and

cover them lightly to

protect tender seedlings

from any lingering frosts.

For cool-weather crops

like lettuce, spinach, and

peas, direct sowing

in April - once the risk of frost subsides - can be

very effective. Early planning ensures you have

a variety of plants ready to grow as the season

warms.

3. Prune and Clean:

Now is also the time to prune winter-dormant

trees and shrubs. Removing dead or damaged

branches encourages healthier growth and

prevents diseases. Additionally, clearing fallen

leaves and debris from your garden helps reduce

the risk of pests emerging and gives your garden

a tidy, refreshed look.

4. Plant Hardy Varieties:

Take advantage of the mild weather by planting

hardy perennials and spring bulbs such as

crocuses, daffodils, and tulips. These resilient

species can withstand a bit of chill and will

bring a burst of colour as they bloom later in the

season.

5. Support Biodiversity:

Finally, create a wildlife-friendly environment by

incorporating features like a birdbath or insect

hotel. Leaving some areas of your garden a bit

wild can encourage beneficial insects and native

birds to visit, enhancing the natural balance and

beauty of your outdoor space.

Embrace these gardening tips for March and

April, and you’ll be well on your way to a thriving,

sustainable garden all season long. With careful

planning and extra care this spring, every garden

can truly bloom with vibrant life, colour, and

promise.


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COMMUNITY NEWS

May Ryan’s soul

rest in peace

The homeless community is in mourning

following the deeply saddening news of

the passing of Ryan, a well-known client

of the Truro Homeless Action Group’s

breakfast service. His untimely death has

left volunteers, friends, and the wider

community reflecting on his struggles

with drugs, addictions, inner torments,

and the urgent need to do more for

those experiencing homelessness.

Ryan was a familiar face to many at the

breakfast club and those around Truro

City, a man who maintained a sense of

politeness and respect for those around

him. Despite the hardships he endured, he

remained friendly and appreciative, forming

bonds with volunteers who got to know his

routines, moods, and preferences.

One particularly cold and damp Sunday

morning in February this year, Ryan was

found slumped in the Lemon Quay

underpass, having missed the 7:30am

breakfast service. Recognising his

vulnerability, a volunteer took him to Caffè

Nero for a hot meal. He was conscious he

didn’t want to take advantage over their

generosity and opted for the cheaper

breakfast option. Ryan candidly shared a

heartbreaking truth. “I’m on cocaine, you

know,” he admitted. When asked how

he could afford it, he revealed that a

so-called friend supplied it to him,

expecting repayment. “I owe him so

much money,” Ryan confessed, his head

dropping in a moment of painful realisation.

It was evident that Ryan had an

appreciation for good food and small

comforts. He often opted for vegetarian

breakfasts, avocado and poached egg or

mushrooms on toast, and made thoughtful

choices - even preferring brown sugar over

white. These little habits spoke volumes

about his upbringing and the person he was

beneath the immense weight of hardship.

His passing has left a sadness in the

hearts of the Truro Homeless Action Group

volunteers who knew him well. He was a

man who, despite his suffering, deserved

society to have helped him more. “Ryan

will be missed by the volunteers at Truro

Homeless Action Group, and I will definitely

miss him,” one volunteer shared.

His story serves as a stark reminder of the

struggles faced by those living on the

streets, in deep poverty and on drugs or

alcohol addiction.

As a community, we must do more to

prevent vulnerable souls from falling

through the cracks. We owe it to ourselves,

and to each other, to recognise that

suffering is universal and that every

individual - regardless of their circumstances

- is our equal.

May Ryan’s soul find peace, and may his

memory inspire a deeper commitment to

compassion, support, and change.


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News from

Truro BID

Truro BID delivers events, projects

and services for Truro, Truro’s

businesses & everyone working in

the city centre. They are business

led & not for profit.

Our small team at Truro BID delivers various

activities which are over and above the

services provided by local authorities and

statutory agencies. This includes working

on initiatives to make the city centre more

welcoming, attractive, and safer for the

residents, visitors and those who work here.

We are pleased to be organising the eighth

‘City Clean Up’ which is a two-day event

on Friday 7th and Saturday 8th March that

focuses on sprucing up the city’s streets. City

Clean Up also involves Newham BID, Truro

City Council’s Community Development

Officer, community volunteer Paul Caruana,

and Kartha Commercial Cleaning, who

along with several businesses, organisations,

and community groups will come together

to clean, tidy and litter pick. A big thank

you to everyone who will be giving up their

time.

Another project we deliver to help improve

the city’s environment, is to fund and support

a security resource for the city which we

have been doing since April 2023. Our Truro

Rangers, who provide 55 hours a week

of foot patrols, have been working well

alongside Truro’s businesses, and Truro’s

anti-social behaviour officer. They are a highly

visible deterrent against low level crime

and help in gathering evidence to support

potential prosecutions.

We also deliver and support events

throughout the year. We’ll be continuing


Saturday 21 June and the third Truro Classic

Car Show on Sunday 6 July, both events

are kindly sponsored by Coodes Solicitors.

Look out for details on Visit Truro’s website

(www.visittruro.org.uk) and put these dates in

your diary!

If you have a classic vehicle, car or motorbike

that you wish to display free of charge at the

Truro Classic Car Show, we are now taking

bookings. Please see our website for details

at www.trurobid.co.uk.

As you’ve probably noticed the Wales and

West Upgrades to the gas pipes, to ensure

that gas flows to heat local homes and power

businesses are continuing in the Kenwyn

Street area of Truro. Barring any engineering

difficulties, they expect to be finished in the

area by the start of May. Victoria Square is

planned to be closed to traffic during March

and Calenick Street during April.

© Stewart Girvan Photography

to support Cornwall Shop Small who along

with Truro Farmers Market host the BIG Truro

Market which generates additional customer

footfall into the city that will potentially

benefit many other resident businesses,

including hospitality. Taking place on the

second Saturday of the month from

March to November this year, the BIG

Truro Market consists of locally created and

curated wares from independent traders,

alongside Truro Farmers Market stalls.

For the summer months, we’re also planning

the return of the eighth Children’s Day on

All the businesses impacted by the Wales and

West Upgrades continue to be open, so we

urge you to support them as much as you can,

along with all our cities shops, eateries, and

service businesses. You can do this by shopping

in person, getting food and drink at the many

eateries, having your haircut in Truro or using

the local legal, financial and property firms.

Truro businesses please feel free to contact us

on 01872 273 999.

Alun Jones, Truro BID Manager

www.visittruro.org.uk

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Children’s

Easter Trail!

Victoria Gardens will play host to

Truro City Council’s Easter Trail

once again this April.

The trail will run daily from Saturday 5th -

Monday 21st April and it’s free to take

part!

To begin, simply hop to Truro Community

Library, Pollen in the Park, or Truro Visitor

Information Centre to collect the clues.

Then, follow the clues to discover hidden

bunnies in the garden. Each bunny will

display a letter. Once you have them all,

they’ll spell an Easter phrase.

Then, head back to Truro Community Library,

Pollen in the Park, or Truro Visitor Information

Centre to tell them the phrase and collect a

small gift for taking part. You will also be able

to enter the grand prize draw.

For more details: https://www.visittruro.

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Truro’s Visitor

Centre, Shop and

Community Website

Visit our Boscawen Street Visitor Centre or find

us online for all you need in our Great Little

City. Buy tickets for attractions and events, get

tips on where to eat, drink, stay, and shop.

You can now book local

events online and in store

visittruro.org.uk

01872 274555

@visittruro

Visitor Centre

opening hours:

Monday to Saturday

9.30am – 4.30pm

Local Food for

Planetary Health

The time to transform our food systems is

now. How we produce, process, distribute,

and consume food is one of the leading

drivers of biodiversity loss and climate

change both globally and here in the UK.

Beyond its environmental toll, the current food

system significantly impacts human health,

contributing to conditions like type 2 diabetes,

heart disease, and common cancers.

But there’s hope—and it starts locally. In Truro, three

inspiring projects are joining forces to help raise

awareness about how to create a healthier, more

sustainable future for both people and the planet.

• Truro Nourish connects people through events

that celebrate local food, promote healthier eating

habits, and foster mental well-being.

These initiatives are leading by example, showing

how small, community-driven actions can spark big

change. Next year, they plan to collaborate further,

with Truro Garden Share and Wildly Edible Truro

providing fresh produce for Truro Nourish events -

celebrating local food and its power to heal.

• Truro Garden Share brings communities together

by encouraging residents to share unused garden

space with volunteers who grow fresh, sustainable

produce.

• Wildly Edible Truro transforms public spaces into

flourishing hubs for food production, proving that

healthy, local food can be accessible to everyone.

Want to be part of this growing movement?

Get involved! Visit gardenshare.org.uk

or truronourishhub.co.uk, or email

hello@gardenshare.org.uk to learn more.

Together, we can sow the seeds for a healthier

future.


COMMUNITY NEWS

Pawsome new

Kangaroo paws

The Eden Project in Cornwall has

unveiled five new Kangaroo paw

(Anigozanthos) cultivars - the first of

their kind to be publicly displayed in

the UK. These additions to the Western

Australia exhibit in the Mediterranean

Biome further enhance an already

impressive collection of over twenty

varieties.

Among the new introductions are two

standout varieties: Masquerade and

Carnivale. Masquerade dazzles with

iridescent teal-blue flowers - a rare

and highly prized color in horticulture -

while Carnivale features a striking blend of

purple and pink blooms. The collection is

rounded out by Aussie Spirit, which offers

an unusual green-yellow hue, the vibrant

crimson-pink Bush Crystal, and the bright

yellow Bush Zest.

Grown in the Eden Project’s state-of-the-art

Growing Point nursery, these plants arrived

from Australia as micro-propagules - tiny

fragments of plant tissue cultured in a lab.

They were originally bred at the Western

Australian Botanic Garden at Kings Park in

Perth, where extensive breeding work has

been underway since 2007. The Eden

Project’s eight-year collaboration with

Kings Park has ensured that the exhibit

authentically represents the diverse flora

of Western Australia, highlighting plants’

adaptations to harsh environments and their

cultural significance to indigenous peoples.

Kangaroo paws are not only visually striking;

they also play an important ecological role

by producing abundant nectar to attract

various pollinators, including insects and

birds. In addition to enjoying the display,

visitors can purchase all five new cultivars

from the Eden Project shop, with sales

supporting ongoing conservation efforts

at Kings Park and the Eden Project’s

environmental initiatives.


Head of Horticulture Catherine Cutler

remarked, “These amazing plants deliver

incredible colours and help us tell the

story of Western Australia’s biodiversity.”

For more details on the exhibit, visit

www.edenproject.com.

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Together in the Community

THE SUNSHINE COMMUNITY BOARD

Nature Way

Truro walking group for

individuals living with

diabetes and prediabetes

Join us at the Cafe in the park,

Boscawen Park every Tuesday at 10am

t: 07850 517 353

e: Idattlee@edenproject.com

Man Down

Male Mental Health Support.

Meetings every two weeks

in venues around Cornwall

See website for details

w: www.mandown-cornwall.co.uk

Emotional trauma & therapy specialist for

children, adults, and businesses (including

learning and development)

w: https://clearsupport.net

t: 01872 261 147

Free, confidential and impartial support to

parents , carers and young people aged 0-25

with special education needs and disabilities

t: 01326 331 633

w: https://cornwallsendiass.org.uk

Re - Store

Homes Hopes Lives

Recycling and reusing your unwanted furniture

If you have any items to donate, please call

Chris on 07597 983562

Talking therapies

A free confidential service

for people with anxiety and

depression who are registered

with a GP in Cornwall

Call our team om 01208 871 905

w: https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/

talking-therapies/

Growbaby Truro

Good quality

second-hand baby

equipment and clothes for 0-5

year old’s for free

Mon 10am- noon during term

Chapel Hill, Truro, TR1 3BD

Cornwall Women’s Fund

International women’s day event

Join us! Celebrate Cornwall’s inspiring

women & girls.

Saturday 8 March, 11am to 2pm

The Heseltine Gallery, Truro school

TR1 1TH

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Together in the Community

Clubs and groups that light up our community

iSight Cornwall

Charity providing support to blind and

visually impaired people since 1856.

Providing practical support or a listening ear.

t: 01872 261 110

w: https://www.isightcornwall.org.uk

The Wave Project

Changing lives through surf therapy.

Available to children & young adults

facing mental health issues.

w: https://www.waveproject.co.uk

Knit & Natter

Wednesdays

10.30am - 12.30pm

Crafting Social Group

t: 01872 875 130

Twin Hearts Guided Meditation

A beautiful meditation to calm the mind & flush out any

unwanted energies.

1st & 3rd Wed of month. Call to book. £6-£10 Donation

based.

Shortlanesend Village Hall, School Lane, TR4 9DU

t: 07786 735 711 e: healing@pranichealingcornwall.co.uk

Advertise your Club & Group

Promote your club or group on our

sunshine community board.

First come first served. Contact Ani for

artwork size and availability.

clubs@trurotogether.co.uk

Veterans Breakfast

Club

1st Wednesday of Month -

The Railway Tavern

t: 07791 572 786

Sunshine and showers

peer support

Get together and walk around

Boscawen park

Thursdays 2pm - 3.30pm

Meet at car park of Boscawen Park

See Visit Truro website for more

details.

City Life

Church

Dads + Kids

A session for Dads with their children

1st Saturday each month

9.30am to 11.00am

e: office@citylifechurch.co.uk

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Bekonscot Model

Village: the oldest

model village in the

world!

Bekonscot was established in 1929

and is the oldest, original model village

in the world. It is a charity, operated

by The Roland Callingham Foundation

and is based in Beaconsfield,

Buckinghamshire.

Bekonscot welcomes some special visitors

to Bekonscot throughout the year to enhance

your visit. From children’s entertainers,

magicians, birds of prey demonstrations to a

visit from the big man himself, Santa, during

our festive fortnight.

Calendar of events

18th April: Easter Extravaganza!

Children’s entertainer, Professor Crump,

will be bringing his stilt walking and balloon

modelling skills to Bekonscot throughout

the Easter weekend 18th- 21st April.

Professor Crump will be roaming the village

and entertaining guests between 10am - 4pm.

There will also be a model of Professor Crump

at Bekonscot’s fairground, see if you can spot

him! Book online at least 48 hours in advance

and enjoy 10% off the standard entrance

price.

5th May: VE80 Celebration

On the 08 May the country celebrates 80

years since Victory in Europe Day which

marked the end of the war in Europe and

ultimately the end of WWII as a whole.

Bekonscot will be marking the occasion

a little earlier on the Bank Holiday

Monday 5th May, with children’s activities

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books will be available for purchase in our

gift shop and Chris will be on hand to sign

copies.

29th July - 28th August: Close Hand

Magician

Returning due to popular demand, Greg

Chapman will be performing his exuberant

display of close hand magic every Tuesday,

Wednesday and Thursday during the school

summer holidays. Prepare to be amazed by

his magic and mind reading act. Greg will be

performing throughout the day in the picnic

area.

and an exhibition. They will be flying the

commemorative flag and serving fish and

chips (the traditional meal that was not

rationed during WWII) in their tearoom.

24th May-26 May: Birds of Prey

Over the May Bank Holiday weekend, we

welcome back Jan from JRCS Falconry with

his amazing collection of birds of prey. Jan is

immensely knowledgeable and loves to share

his passion for these impressive birds. Visitors

will be able to see the birds up close and have

photographs taken holding them.

21st June: Peter’s Railway Interactive

Workshop

Join Chris Vine, engineer and author of

the Peter’s Railway series of books, as he

reads from and re-enacts the story from one

of his popular books. Chris brings along an

extensive model railway set-up, which children

use to build a track to re-create the story of

“The Picnic”. A selection of Peter’s Railway

Book online at least 48 hours in advance

& enjoy 10% off the standard ticket price.

Bekonscot Model Village welcome you soon!

t: 01494 672919

e: info@bekonscot.co.uk

Warwick Road, Beaconsfield,

Buckinghamshire, HP9 2PL

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Local care home

celebrates 3rd

anniversary

Falmouth Court care home marked

its third anniversary with a lively

celebration, bringing together staff,

residents, and guests for live music,

party games, and a delicious cake by

Sue of Puddingss n Bakes.

The home’s Head Chef, Jonathon Moyle,

and the hospitality team also prepared an

array of homemade treats. Even Falmouth

Town Mayor, Alan Rowe, joined in raising a

glass to the home and its residents.

Since opening on 24th January 2022,

Falmouth Court has built a strong

reputation for exceptional care and

community engagement. The home

regularly hosts events for residents and

neighbours and employs over 80 local

staff. Over the past 36 months, it has

welcomed nearly 250 residents for respite

and long-term care.

Regional Director, Cosmin Lemnaru,

shared: in three years, we’ve transformed

a building into a loving home. This

celebration is not just for our staff’s

dedication but also to thank residents,

their families, and friends for their

support.

Falmouth Court is operated by Barchester

Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care

providers, committed to delivering

personalised care. The home offers

residential and specialist dementia

care for up to 66 residents, providing

everything from short respite stays to

long-term care.

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Business Directory

Truro Together

To advertise your business email: marketing@trurogtogether.co.uk with your requirements.

Who’s in the Truro Business Directory:

** special offers available with advert

Food & Restaurants, Cafes

Lemon Street Market

Tea on the Square **

Thai & Asian Food Store

The Alverton

Health & Wellbeing

K&M Healing Solutions Specialists

L.J. Tregunna Funeral Directors

Meditation & Self Care

Home & Garden

Free Range Blinds & Interiors

Lemon Street Market

Three Rivers Furniture

Office & Stationary

Made to be Treasured

Retail:

Frocks & Frills Wedding Studio

Lemon Street Market

The Jeans Store **

Free Range Blinds & Interiors

Made to measure blinds, curtains, & Interiors.

1. St Georges Villas.

t: 01872 276 938

w: www.freerangeblindandinteriors.co.uk

Frocks & Frills Wedding Studio

Also supplying Prom Dresses & Mothers of the

Bride, Bridesmaid & Accessories.

t: 01872 713 824

w: www.frocksfrill.co.uk

K&M Healing Solutions Specialists

Offering range of healing care services.

Wax removal, hearing aid advice & supply,

hearing protection.

t: 01872 857 512

w: kmhearingsolutions.co.uk

Lemon Street Market

A collection of independent boutiques,

shops and eateries. See advert

Lemon St, Truro, TR1 2QD

www.lemonstreetmarket.co.uk

L.J. Tregunna Funeral Directors

Understanding family business seeking guidance

during this difficult & sad time. Open 24 hours a

day 7 days a week.

t: 01872 273 568

w: www.ljtregunnafuneraldirectors.co.uk

Made to be Treasured

Truro’s Independent Card & Gift Shop

In the Pannier Market of Lemon Quay.

From front entrance - situated back left side.

Meditation on Twin Hearts

Guided meditation to help with alleviate

everyday stresses.

t: 07786 735 711

e: healing@pranichealingcornwall.co.uk

Modern Music

Independent stockist of guitars, amps, drums &

accessories.

t: 01872 271 701

w: www.modernmusic.co.uk

Tea on the Square

Breakfast, lunch & afternoon tea within Mallett’s

Home Hardware. Money off vouchers with advert.

See advert.

6 & 7 Victoria Square, TR1 2RT

Thai & Asian Food Store

Independent food store stocking foods from

Thailand, Japan, Malaysia etc. Fresh and store

cupboard food & drinks

Open 9.30am - 5pm. 17 Kenwyn St, TR1 3BU

t: 07526 048 040

The Alverton

Hotel and dining in Cornwall’s capital.

Space hire and events. Check website.

t: 01872 276 633

w: www.alverton.co.uk

The Jeans Store

Independent jeans & clothing store.

10% discount with advert.

14a Kenwyn St, TR1 3DJ

t: 01872 261 961

Three Rivers Furniture

Independent bed & mattress specialist &

household furniture. 96 Kenwyn Street.

t: 01872 271 535


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