Continuing the series on Cornish Hostelries, Kiera Smitheram takes a stroll down to Penzance Prom to explore a pub that revolutionised the Cornish tavern scene in more ways than one. The Yacht Inn sits at the Northern point of Penzance’s famous promenade. It boasts stunning views over the bay to a never-ending horizon that, when…Continue Reading “The Yacht Inn, Penzance”
The signing of the Armistice of Compiègne signalled the end of First World War hostilities in 1918. Sunday 11 November 2018 will mark the centenary of the Armistice. With that in mind it seemed entirely appropriate to publish ‘Those Who Came Home’ by Rob Bristol in memory of everyone around the world who has been effected…Continue Reading “Those Who Came Home”
Sue Ellery-Hill is back with another fascinating story in her Brenda Wootton mini-series. Following last month’s biography of Brenda’s penpal Nina Katorza, this month we focus on Nina’s grandmother – Sybella. Sue again utilises Nina’s letters, which combined with historical archives and records, provide a rich source of information for this melding of fantasy and realism….Continue Reading “Lamorna Wink”
Rob Bristol is back with another poem in his Cornish themed series. You can find Rob’s earlier contributions here. Have you walked the Cornish moors, Stood upon the highest Tors, Witnessed beauty beyond compare, Scenes which make you more aware. …… Have you stood above St Ives, Viewed the bay on which it thrives, Walked the…Continue Reading “The Cornish Moors…”
Continuing the Music Kernow series, Kiera Smitheram examines the influence of Cornish music and culture and reveals how it has moulded her thinking and her life. Music in Cornwall is an integral part of that which helps to make the county unique. From brass to choral music to dances, the Cornish musical landscape is as…Continue Reading “Music Kernow – A Renaissance of Heritage”
Sue Ellery-Hill brings us the extraordinary tale of Nina Katorza, a Cornish model, dancer, singer, artist and raconteur who, in her later years became a penpal and dear friend to Sue’s mother – Brenda Wootton. Thirty years ago, an 85-year old Cornish woman living near Nice in the South of France got in touch with my mother…Continue Reading “Nina Katorza – Brenda Wootton’s remarkable French penpal…”