The Cornish Pilot Gig
From the first lifeboats to modern competitive racing, discover the history of the iconic Cornish pilot gig boat. If you […]
The Folklore of Treryn Dinas and Logan Rock
Discover the folklore surrounding Cornwall’s Treryn Dinas, including giants with serious marriage problems, ghost ships, and a wrecking witch. Following
The History of Treryn Dinas and Logan Rock
Discover the ancient history of Cornwall’s Treryn Dinas, and the idiot from the British Navy who toppled Logan Rock. When
St Nectan’s Glen
Fictional inspiration from the Cornish landscape We’re in the midst of our third heatwave. The word unprecedented is overused but
Carn Kenidjack – The Hooting Cairn
Carn Kenidjack holds a treasure trove of ancient history and folklore. It is situated by the Gump (Woon Gumpus Common),
Midsummer Sheep Shearing
There are many calendar markers throughout the year. Festivals, birthdays, and such. The rhythms of the earth: light and dark,
Choose your own (creative) adventure!
Never be afraid to try new things and take your creativity down a different path. It’s easy to settle into
Cornwall’s Fogous
The Cornish are drawn to the subterranean. Their lives and livelihoods mining and excavating the rich seams stitched into Cornwall’s
The Cornish Chough
Cornwall’s Treasured Emblem The news heralded many things this week, but beneath the political headlines, you may have read that
The Goonhilly Murder (1820)
Part of the fun of researching fiction and non-fiction is that I end up stumbling down rabbit holes I never