Rob Braybrook & Kif have organised a spontaneous free gig this evening at Perranuthnoe Church Room from 8pm.
I'm told its an amazing, experienced guitarist called Estefan Antonio who plays flamenco among other styles. He'll be playing a 3 necked guitar made by Kif this evening.
The event is free of charge / donations for hall hire & the musician's bus fare!
Enjoy.
Submitted by Katie Kirk
Friday, 29 May 2009
Wednesday, 13 May 2009
Village Dog Gets Bitten By Adder
Jake, a retired Greyhound was bitten by an adder while out on a walk with his owner yesterday. They were on the coastal path, Cudden side, when the incident happened.
Jake's owner, Karl said,
"I was walking on the dirt track and Jake was walking right beside me on the grass. He suddenly let out a yelp, I turned to look at him and he was holding his back leg off the ground. First I thought he had trodden on something but it then became obvious it was more than that. He laid on the floor and started kicking his back leg out as if he was trying to get something off. I inspected his foot and leg but could see nothing ."
Karl took Jake to an emergency vet in Truro where he was given a cocktail of drugs which includes Steroids, Antihistamine, Antibiotics and an Opiate based pain killer. He was kept in overnight and this morning has been transferred to a vet in Penzance where he is being kept on a drip to help flush out any toxins left in his body. Although distressed and in some pain Karl said Jake is doing fine and he looks forward to picking him up later today.
The adder is not an aggressive snake, it strikes only in self-defence when it feels threatened. They have a pair of fangs which inject an efficient and fast-acting poison. In an emergency they bite and flee so the victim may never know what bit them.
Adder venom is extremely unpleasant and can be very damaging to the affected area so any suspicion of an adder-bite should lead to medical attention as soon as possible.
For smaller animals like dogs and cats any inexplicable pain or swelling, especially in spring when adders awake from hibernation, should be seen by a vet as soon as possible.
Adders are very sensitive to vibration so the best way to make sure your path is clear is to carry a stick and occasional beat the ground in front of you with it.
Jake's owner, Karl said,
"I was walking on the dirt track and Jake was walking right beside me on the grass. He suddenly let out a yelp, I turned to look at him and he was holding his back leg off the ground. First I thought he had trodden on something but it then became obvious it was more than that. He laid on the floor and started kicking his back leg out as if he was trying to get something off. I inspected his foot and leg but could see nothing ."
Karl took Jake to an emergency vet in Truro where he was given a cocktail of drugs which includes Steroids, Antihistamine, Antibiotics and an Opiate based pain killer. He was kept in overnight and this morning has been transferred to a vet in Penzance where he is being kept on a drip to help flush out any toxins left in his body. Although distressed and in some pain Karl said Jake is doing fine and he looks forward to picking him up later today.
The adder is not an aggressive snake, it strikes only in self-defence when it feels threatened. They have a pair of fangs which inject an efficient and fast-acting poison. In an emergency they bite and flee so the victim may never know what bit them.
Adder venom is extremely unpleasant and can be very damaging to the affected area so any suspicion of an adder-bite should lead to medical attention as soon as possible.
For smaller animals like dogs and cats any inexplicable pain or swelling, especially in spring when adders awake from hibernation, should be seen by a vet as soon as possible.
Adders are very sensitive to vibration so the best way to make sure your path is clear is to carry a stick and occasional beat the ground in front of you with it.
Male Adder
Female Adder
For more information on Adders click here: www.adder.org.uk/
Wednesday, 6 May 2009
Update - Plans For 'The Cabin'
Please see Pippa Young's new comment below this article
Planning Number 09-0573-P (MNR)
Some concern had been expressed with regard to The Cabin and plans that may be in place for it in the future.
In respect of this I contacted Lesley (the owner) and she has replied with the following;
The Cabin is 17 years old now and falling apart. I am planning to have it rebuilt. The new build will consist of a wooden structure, much the same as is already there, with the addition of a disabled toilet and some inside seating. As I am having to rebuild anyway it seems sensible to incorporate the changes that are desperately needed for food preparation, cooking and serving as well as being able to accommodate customers whatever the weather!
Jenny and Lisa have done a wonderful job of running The Cabin for the past two seasons and they will stay for this summer and through to the October half term after which I will be running it myself. This is exciting for me as I have missed it greatly and cannot wait to get back to it.
I hope to start rebuilding in November and be ready to open early in the new year. As soon as I have a planning application number I will make it available for publication on this website so that anyone interested can take a look at the plans.
I have always loved the peaceful, family atmosphere of Perranuthnoe and will make sure The Cabin retains it's friendly, family structure as well as offering an efficient service to local people and visitors alike.
Lesley Bizley
As usual, please feel free to add your comments.
Planning Number 09-0573-P (MNR)
Some concern had been expressed with regard to The Cabin and plans that may be in place for it in the future.
In respect of this I contacted Lesley (the owner) and she has replied with the following;
The Cabin is 17 years old now and falling apart. I am planning to have it rebuilt. The new build will consist of a wooden structure, much the same as is already there, with the addition of a disabled toilet and some inside seating. As I am having to rebuild anyway it seems sensible to incorporate the changes that are desperately needed for food preparation, cooking and serving as well as being able to accommodate customers whatever the weather!
Jenny and Lisa have done a wonderful job of running The Cabin for the past two seasons and they will stay for this summer and through to the October half term after which I will be running it myself. This is exciting for me as I have missed it greatly and cannot wait to get back to it.
I hope to start rebuilding in November and be ready to open early in the new year. As soon as I have a planning application number I will make it available for publication on this website so that anyone interested can take a look at the plans.
I have always loved the peaceful, family atmosphere of Perranuthnoe and will make sure The Cabin retains it's friendly, family structure as well as offering an efficient service to local people and visitors alike.
Lesley Bizley
As usual, please feel free to add your comments.
Monday, 20 April 2009
Welcome Back Llyn
Llyn (Evans) will be visiting Perranuthnoe after her 6 months in India.
She has kindly agreed to tell of her experiences in this most fascinating part of the world on
Many of you have kept in touch with Llyn during this time and will have read her wonderful accounts of life in Rishikesh on the Perranuthoe website; this will be an excellent opportunity of welcoming her back and hearing first hand accounts of her adventure.
Everyone is most welcome to attend - just turn up.
Submitted by Michael Ball
She has kindly agreed to tell of her experiences in this most fascinating part of the world on
Friday, 24th April in Church at 7pm
Many of you have kept in touch with Llyn during this time and will have read her wonderful accounts of life in Rishikesh on the Perranuthoe website; this will be an excellent opportunity of welcoming her back and hearing first hand accounts of her adventure.
Everyone is most welcome to attend - just turn up.
Submitted by Michael Ball
Monday, 6 April 2009
Blooming Good News
Bearing in mind these days of 'shop local', back in January of this year Val and Kevin of Village Crafts, put a request out via this website for ideas on what local people would like them to stock.
After consideration of all requests received they are now pleased to announce that as from Friday 10th April (Good Friday) they will be selling bread.
Kev said, "We will be selling an Organic White Bloomer (400g), an Organic Brown Bloomer(400g) and an Italian Focaccia Loaf (that's a loaf made with Olive Oil and Herbs).
As this is an experiment we will only have small quantities, so it will be first come first served, however we will take orders either by phone on 711808 or by e-mail via our website http://www.perrancrafts.co.uk/
Our initial retail price for all loaves is £1.95 each"
Along with the other items they stock, milk, eggs, stamps, tea, coffee and sugar this is good news for the Village giving us all less reason to take the car out saving on fuel, the environment and supporting local business all at the same time.
After consideration of all requests received they are now pleased to announce that as from Friday 10th April (Good Friday) they will be selling bread.
Kev said, "We will be selling an Organic White Bloomer (400g), an Organic Brown Bloomer(400g) and an Italian Focaccia Loaf (that's a loaf made with Olive Oil and Herbs).
As this is an experiment we will only have small quantities, so it will be first come first served, however we will take orders either by phone on 711808 or by e-mail via our website http://www.perrancrafts.co.uk/
Our initial retail price for all loaves is £1.95 each"
Along with the other items they stock, milk, eggs, stamps, tea, coffee and sugar this is good news for the Village giving us all less reason to take the car out saving on fuel, the environment and supporting local business all at the same time.
Thursday, 26 March 2009
One That Didn't Get Away!
Despite a clearly visible sign on the only access road to the beach the driver of a minibus drove his vehicle onto the beach and subsequently got it stuck in the sand.
An eye witness saw the vehicle being driven down the ramp onto the sand and turn left around the rocks. The sand was very wet already as the tide was on its way in. The minibus wheels sank into the sand just a few feet from the waters edge.
The young passengers were evacuated and taken to the car park for safety while attempts were made to free the stranded vehicle. All attempts failed and the sea claimed the minibus.
Police sealed off the area and during the course of the afternoon the tide brought the vehicle round to the bottom of the ramp where it continued to get battered by the waves.
Eventually Simon was able to tow the vehicle to safety using his JCB. It now stands in a ruined condition in the village car park.
Simon was later heard to say that he has recently had to tow three vehicles off Marazion beach which were stuck in the sand.
This has got to go out as a warning. Quite a few people drive their vehicles onto the beach for one reason or another. This is not only very dangerous and inconsiderate to others it is also very costly to all those concerned, and that includes the enviroment. The smell of fuel filled the air as the tide was knocking the minibus about.
The signs are there for a reason.
Wednesday, 25 March 2009
Church Room Consultation Report
Following the success of the Church room consultation event a full report has been put together and is now available for download.
Perranuthnoe Church Room Phase 2 Consultation Report
Perranuthnoe Church Room Phase 2 Consultation Report
Monday, 9 March 2009
Village Tradition Revived - Feast Concert
The Feast Concert, held on Friday 6th March in the Church revived an old village tradition celebrating St Piran's Feast which hadn't occurred since the 1950s!
Local talent was gathered together under one roof for a splendid evening's entertainment. Local band, The Perranaz started the show and a variety of items followed, including songs from Gilbert and Sullivan, delightful poems, violin solos, and a hip hop street dance!
The climax of the evening was the song "You Are My Sunshine" sung and played by all the performers with the audience singing along!
Afterwards everyone enjoyed a delicious pasty supper.
Great fun was had by all!
Second set of photos courtesy Chas Gooding
Local talent was gathered together under one roof for a splendid evening's entertainment. Local band, The Perranaz started the show and a variety of items followed, including songs from Gilbert and Sullivan, delightful poems, violin solos, and a hip hop street dance!
The climax of the evening was the song "You Are My Sunshine" sung and played by all the performers with the audience singing along!
Afterwards everyone enjoyed a delicious pasty supper.
Great fun was had by all!
The Evening In Pictures
First set of photos courtesy Martin Holland
Second set of photos courtesy Chas Gooding
Submitted by Annie Henry
This event has prompted Kevin to start thinking about this years Gwlascore lowen. He is looking to hear from anyone who might be interested in helping organise the event or for any ideas about the format for this year. He is also looking for ideas for community projects that any money raised could go to.
He said;
"I am going to start with a complete blank canvas. The only stipulation is that preferably anyone involved should live, or work, or have some connection with the Parish of Perranuthnoe."
Kevin can be contacted initially by email perrancrafts@googlemail.com or, if people want too, just pop into the shop, Village Crafts.
Gwlascore lowen, meaning Happy Community, was a fantastic success last year. Click here to read the report
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