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Anyone here from Cornwall?
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Cornwall has a very long and varied history and pre-history much of which is slowly being revealed by the efforts of dedicated archeologists and anthropologists.
The English TV series "Doc Martin" was set in that County.
It is a lovely region to visit and to live in especially ifyou like to distnce yourself from the 'Madding Crowd', whose residents, while they depend on tourism to some extent, refer to holidaymakers as "grockles" often quite disparagingly
It's well over half a century since I was last there so I cannot comment on the current cultural scene.
The Wiki page:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cornwall
has some detail on it.
Pottery is in renaisance in the district:
are two examples which my search engine provided, though I undersand from other sources that hand crafts of many kinds are benefiting from the kind of ambiance the locality is gifted with.
This site also popped up:
www.downthecove.com
Lots of goings-on it seems 
Cornwall has a very long and varied history and pre-history much of which is slowly being revealed by the efforts of dedicated archeologists and anthropologists.
The English TV series "Doc Martin" was set in that County.
It is a lovely region to visit and to live in especially ifyou like to distnce yourself from the 'Madding Crowd', whose residents, while they depend on tourism to some extent, refer to holidaymakers as "grockles" often quite disparagingly
It's well over half a century since I was last there so I cannot comment on the current cultural scene.
The Wiki page:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cornwall
has some detail on it.
Pottery is in renaisance in the district:
Handmade Cornish Pottery and Ceramics from Cornwall
Hand thrown contemporary domestic pottery from Cornwall in soft coastal tactile glaze colours. Mugs, cups, salt pigs, garlic grating dishes, nesting heart shaped bowls and more in blues, whites and greens.
nataliebonney.com
Laura Lane Ceramics Handmade Cornish Stoneware Pottery Studio Shop
Laura Lane Ceramics makes illustrated mugs, bowls and plates from her studio in South Cornwall. Laura Lane's Cornish inspired Illustrated stoneware ceramics are a gentle nod to her everyday life. From wild swimming adventures & gig rowing, to living the simple life on the farm. Studio clay...
www.lauralane.co.uk
This site also popped up:
Home - Down The Cove
Celebrating Cornwall coastline we have Info and products to catch, prepare & eat seafood - fishing equipment, cookware, gifts, coastal decor & more!
www.downthecove.com
Dingo40
Been here for ages!
Don't forget the "Cornish Pasty "!
A multitude of walking holidays.
See here:
Cornwall has a mining history stretching back to the Bronze Age and there are mining tours:
For the romantics, there's Tintangel and the legend of King Arthur (think Camelot):
The Cornish were skilled miners and took their craft all over the world (even here to South Australia, where they mined for copper, silver, lead and zinc)
Also, as the Duke of Cornwall, before his accession to the throne as King Charles iii, Charles took a close hand in the management of Cornwall since 1969.
A multitude of walking holidays.
See here:
Cornwall has a mining history stretching back to the Bronze Age and there are mining tours:
For the romantics, there's Tintangel and the legend of King Arthur (think Camelot):
The Cornish were skilled miners and took their craft all over the world (even here to South Australia, where they mined for copper, silver, lead and zinc)
Also, as the Duke of Cornwall, before his accession to the throne as King Charles iii, Charles took a close hand in the management of Cornwall since 1969.
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Cornish on my mother's side at least from 1700s - that likely means forever - I've never lived there.
Although unaware of the connection, my son settled there 25 years ago.
Apart from aspects above:
There's more silver and brass than accordions here:
en.wikipedia.org
But no shortage of accordions here:
en.wikipedia.org
Another great - and not a revival - tradition is pilot gig racing:
The season starts with the World Championships on Scilly, see
Many-a-Cornishman will only cross the Tamar in an emergency.
Sharing their history with Wale and Britany, they even managed to save their language from extinction.
To know a little more, search 'Saint Piran's Day.'
Although unaware of the connection, my son settled there 25 years ago.
Apart from aspects above:
There's more silver and brass than accordions here:
Furry Dance - Wikipedia
But no shortage of accordions here:
'Obby 'Oss festival - Wikipedia
Another great - and not a revival - tradition is pilot gig racing:
Gig Racing Cornwall, Gig Racing in Cornwall, Gig Racing Isles of Scilly, Gig Clubs Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, Rowing Clubs Cornwall, Bude Pilot Gig Club, Cadgwith Gig Club, Caradon Pilot Gig Club, Charlestown Rowing Club, Devoran Gig Club, Eas
Into Cornwall, Your one step solution to enjoying Cornwall for visitors and residents
www.intocornwall.com
The season starts with the World Championships on Scilly, see
WORLD PILOT GIG CHAMPIONSHIPS
Race Registrations for WPGC25 are now open via cpga.justgo.com For more details about registration see our 2025 Registration page. If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact...
www.wpgc.uk
Many-a-Cornishman will only cross the Tamar in an emergency.
Sharing their history with Wale and Britany, they even managed to save their language from extinction.
To know a little more, search 'Saint Piran's Day.'
My brother in law is from Cornwall and proudly Cornish, though he lives in the 'rival' county of Devon.
In addition to the many items listed above, Cornwall is the setting for Winston Graham's "Poldark" series about copper mining, pirates, gentry and romance. There was a 1970s TV dramatisation starring Robin Ellis
In addition to the many items listed above, Cornwall is the setting for Winston Graham's "Poldark" series about copper mining, pirates, gentry and romance. There was a 1970s TV dramatisation starring Robin Ellis
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Ah yes. When we first met my partner lived in Devon, and I was some 350 miles away (a long way in the UK, we're only a small island). My first visit was in February and I rode my motorcycle down a virtually empty 3-lane motorway (these were the days before speed cameras, but I shall draw a veil over that). Anyway, it made no sense having such a good road with no traffic. Of course as summer came around all became clear - all three lanes gridlocked with holiday traffic.
I understand, thanks! I also live in a tourist area. But the powers that be have renamed it “the visitor economy” to avoid the negative stereotype of “tourist.” It’s a double edged sword. My kids can hardly afford to live here. I am not a retired dentist, but “bought in” 35 years ago before it got so weird. The good thing is that the tourists (….sorry, visitors) allow the local farmers market to exist so I have a place to play my accordion.
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Tom,
Avoid July, August and September the “high season” when schools are on holiday. It gets VERY congested during those months. Road system is from circa WW2, often very narrow roads so patience is needed. Parking can be a real challenge. Cornwall has the longest coastline of any English county. Some beautiful countryside and stunning coastal locations. Accommodation can be difficult to get too, always try and make sure you’ve somewhere to stay and pre book and don’t rely on easily finding a decent B&B at short notice. If you do visit consider touring Devon as well as it’s great too.
If my wife and I were to visit it would be in late May, June and September outside of these times many facilities will be closed.
Avoid July, August and September the “high season” when schools are on holiday. It gets VERY congested during those months. Road system is from circa WW2, often very narrow roads so patience is needed. Parking can be a real challenge. Cornwall has the longest coastline of any English county. Some beautiful countryside and stunning coastal locations. Accommodation can be difficult to get too, always try and make sure you’ve somewhere to stay and pre book and don’t rely on easily finding a decent B&B at short notice. If you do visit consider touring Devon as well as it’s great too.
If my wife and I were to visit it would be in late May, June and September outside of these times many facilities will be closed.
Dingo40
Been here for ages!
Cornwall is so picturesque it made a ready magnet for colonies of artists.
See here:
See here:
Artists' Colonies in Cornwall at the turn of the C20th - Charlotte Betts
Cornwall’s picturesque fishing villages, expansive beaches and rugged coastline are a great attraction for artists but, most of all, there is the exceptional quality of the light.
www.charlottebetts.com
Dingo40
Been here for ages!
Ah, cool posters, thanks Dingo!
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