This month features a short history of Feock Chapel to coincide with its 150th anniversary. Over the past few centuries Cornish history and Methodism have been intrinsically linked. There are few communities in Cornwall that do not have a Methodist Chapel – whether still used as a Chapel or repurposed into a dwelling or other…Continue Reading “Feock Chapel”
Taken from Elizabeth Dale’s blog, the Cornish Bird Blog, readers are invited to join her in her travels along Mawgan Porth where she delves into the history of mermaids. You can read Elizabeth’s blog here. I took the opportunity of spending beautiful Good Friday walking along the cliffs at Mawgan Porth. This stunning stretch of the north…Continue Reading “Mermaids Sighted in Cornwall”
An academic article by Dr Samantha Rayne which focuses on the prominence of Henry Jenner and his life’s work in helping to shape the Celtic identity. Read below to discover more. This article seeks to explore the influence of Henry Jenner as one of the most prominent figures of the Celtic Revival in Cornwall and…Continue Reading “Cornish Celtic Identity”
This month, contributing writer Jackie Harding shares a vivid journey from Porthleven to Wynwallow in stormy weather with Cornish Story. Read below to discover more. As we set out from Porthleven on a wild and windy Sunday near Christmas, we were already looking forward to lunch at The Halzephron Inn, as famous for its smugglers…Continue Reading “The Wind’s Way”
In the aftermath of St. Piran’s Day, we bring you a celtic theme this month with input from the FXU Celtic Society at Falmouth and Exeter University. Read more below to find out what they offer to those studying in Cornwall. We have recently set up a Celtic Society for Falmouth and Exeter university students. This…Continue Reading “FXU: Celtic Society”
Contributing writer Emma Gibbs uncovers what it was like to be behind the scenes at one of Duchy Ballet’s dance rehearsals. The Duchy Ballet will be performing The Snow Queen and Stepping Out to Gershwin at the Hall For Cornwall on the 11th and 12th of March. The Duchy Ballet is a non-profit organization that helps inspire and…Continue Reading “Duchy Ballet: The Snow Queen”