Organisers Say Boardmasters 2026 Was a Dream Come True
Boardmasters organisers have said this year's festival was "everything we could have dreamed of" as plans for 2027 get under way.
Hayle to Honour 9/11 Hero Rick Rescorla
The Cornish-born hero helped save more than 2500 lives during the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Sun-Soaked Boardmasters Festival Draws 158,000 in Newquay
Headliners Fatboy Slim, Lily Allen and Kasabian deliver unforgettable performances as festival season culminates on the Cornish coast!
British Firework Championships Back in Plymouth
Six pyrotechnic companies are battling it out for the title at the British Firework Championships.
Photos Capture Century’s Solar Eclipse Across South West
On Wednesday night, people across the South West gathered in fields, on beaches, headlands and city centres. The moon passed across the face of the sun in one of the...
Okehampton Show Drops Farm Animals Over Bluetongue Cases
The latest Defra figures show the south-west of England is the most impacted area across the UK.
Newquay Set to Host Free Sunset Music Event This Weekend
Newquay's Sunset Session will take place on August 15 from 3pm to 9pm on the Killacourt, forming part of the Newquay Sessions series.
Newquay Roars Back to Life with Spectacular New Year’s Eve Fireworks and Fancy Dress Revival
Newquay ushered in 2026 with a dazzling fireworks display over the harbour, marking a significant return of its beloved New Year’s Eve traditions. Hundreds gathered at vantage points across the...
Smart Deposits for Sports Betting: How to Top Up Safely
Making a deposit is the first real step from “just watching odds” to actually betting on sports. If you manage this stage wisely, you protect your money, unlock useful bonuses,...
End of an Era: Iconic InterCity 125 Trains Bid Farewell to the South West
Dozens of enthusiasts gathered at Plymouth Railway Station on Saturday to witness the final journey of Great Western Railway’s (GWR) InterCity 125 trains. After nearly five decades of service, these...
Future Secured: Dutch Firm Libéma Acquires Paignton and Newquay Zoos
Paignton Zoo and Newquay Zoo have a new owner, with Dutch leisure company Libéma stepping in to secure their future. The acquisition by Libéma, which operates four zoos and supports...
Cornish Crafters Sound Alarm Over ‘Overpriced Tat’ at Local Fairs
Local artisans in Cornwall are expressing growing frustration over the influx of cheap, mass-produced goods being sold at inflated prices in what are advertised as genuine craft fairs. This trend...
Cornwall Seller’s Generosity: £10,000 Discount for Local First-Time Buyer
A heartwarming act of generosity has seen a young local woman secure her first home in Cornwall, thanks to a significant £10,000 discount from the seller. The seller chose to...
Cornwall Council Seeks Public Views on Ambitious Air Quality Improvement Plan
Cornwall Council is actively seeking public input on its draft Air Quality Action Plan, a five-year strategy aimed at significantly reducing air pollution across the region. The plan specifically targets...
Skybus Steps In: Newquay-London Flights Secured After Airline Collapse
The vital air link between Newquay and London Gatwick is set to resume as planned on November 23rd, following the collapse of previous operator Eastern Airways and subsequent disruption from...
Newquay Artist Captures National Acclaim for Nostalgic Amusement Arcade Painting
Newquay-based artist Diane Griffiths has achieved a remarkable back-to-back victory, securing the prestigious People’s Choice Award at the SAA Artists of the Year 2025 for her evocative painting of a...
Surfing games to play after a day on Fistral Beach
(Image via https://x.com/SurfersJournal) For Newquay’s population of surfers, Fistral Beach has always been a popular spot to ride waves. However, when the home of British surfing isn’t delivering on a...
Reality TV Star’s Barn Conversion Sparks Fierce Debate and Council Divide in Cornwall
A controversial planning application by former reality TV star Barnes Thomas to convert an agricultural barn into a residential dwelling has deeply divided Cornwall Council members. Despite initial recommendations for...
Newquay’s Fore Street Blooms with Vibrant New Mural
Newquay’s Fore Street is set to receive a significant artistic enhancement with the commencement of work on a striking new mural. This colourful addition is part of a broader initiative...
Shocking Sinkhole Engulfs Car Outside Redruth Bakery
A dramatic incident unfolded in Redruth, Cornwall, when a sinkhole suddenly opened up, swallowing a parked car. The vehicle, a Mini belonging to local resident Malcolm McKenzie, was partially consumed...
Newquay Unleashes the Undead: Thousands Flock to Annual Zombie Crawl and Witch Paddle
Newquay was transformed into a scene of ghoulish delight as thousands of revellers descended upon the town for the annual Spooky Newquay Zombie Crawl and Halloween Witch Paddle. This year’s...
Royal Navy Marches Through Cornish Village Honouring Nelson and Trafalgar Victory
Sailors from RNAS Culdrose and other organisations paraded through the village of Madron in Cornwall to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar and honour the memory of Vice...
Historic Cornwall China Clay Complex Set for Auction with Plans for 38 Homes
A significant piece of Cornwall’s industrial heritage, the former Wenford Dryers China clay complex near Bodmin, is heading to auction with a guide price of £1.5 million. This 14-acre site,...
Cornwall’s Charm Enchanted: Harry Potter Series Filming Boosts Tourism with Historic Pub Feature
The picturesque landscapes of Cornwall have been transformed into a magical filming location for HBO’s highly anticipated Harry Potter television series. The production has brought a surge of interest to...
Cornwall Council Seeks Public Opinion on Dog Beach Access Amidst Heated Debate
Cornwall Council is inviting residents and visitors to share their views on current restrictions for dogs on the county’s beaches. The existing Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) limits canine access...
Second Fire Engulfs Derelict Narrowcliff Hotel in Newquay, Investigation Underway Amid Structural Concerns
A significant fire has once again ravaged the derelict Narrowcliff Hotel in Newquay, Cornwall. Fire crews battled the blaze, which spread across multiple floors and through the roof, for several...
Newquay Night Bus Drives Down Summer Crime Rates
A dedicated late-night bus service in Newquay has been lauded for its significant impact on reducing crime reports over the summer months. The initiative, aimed at providing a safe travel...
Cornwall Hospice Care Celebrates 45 Years of Compassionate Service
Cornwall Hospice Care (CHC) is celebrating a significant milestone, marking 45 years of providing essential specialist hospice care to individuals with life-limiting illnesses across Cornwall. Since opening its first facility,...
Shockwaves In Cornwall: Tourism Board Collapses Amid Financial Crisis
Cornwall’s leading tourism board, Visit Cornwall, has gone into voluntary liquidation after facing overwhelming financial difficulties. The abrupt closure of the not-for-profit body has sent ripples through the region’s visitor...
Waves, Wheels, and Crowds: Newquay Surges with Surf and Skate Spectacle
Surfers, skaters, and eager festival-goers have poured into Newquay as the town hosts a major three-day skate and surf festival. The event, centred around the new UK Surf and Skate...
Heroic Surfers Save Teenager From Treacherous Rip Current at Newquay’s Fistral Beach
A dramatic rescue unfolded at Newquay’s popular Fistral Beach on Saturday evening when two surfers bravely saved a teenage girl who had been swept into a dangerous rip current. The...
Folk Sensation Charlie Noordewier Set to Electrify Newquay’s Dead Famous
Folk singer-songwriter Charlie Noordewier is set to headline his first full band performance in Cornwall next Friday, October 10th, at Newquay’s Dead Famous. Known for his introspective lyrics and captivating...
Co-op Live Manchester’s New £365M Arena Opens with Massive Capacity and Big Plans
A new addition to the live entertainment landscape has emerged in Manchester, as the colossal £365m Co-op Live arena sets to become the largest indoor venue in the UK. With...