At 7pm on Wednesday 10th December, the Port Isaac Carols were beautifully held at Truro Cathedral, drawing an excellent attendance and filling the space with festive cheer and community spirit. The service was led with grace and warmth by Reverend Helen Byrne.
In Memoriam: John Benallick, St Columb OCS
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our President, John Bennallick. A devoted servant of the St Columb Old Cornwall Society and a true champion of Cornish culture, John gave decades of leadership, friendship, and tireless commitment to the community he loved.
Federation Announces New Publication: Cornish Angels, Faces From The Stones
The Federation is delighted to announce a new publication exploring the depictions of angels on Cornish gravestones.
Port Isaac Voices To Ring in Truro Cathedral
Carols and traditions from Port Isaac will feature at the annual service at Truro Cathedral.
Federation Welcomes Re-launch of Cornwall Young Archaeologists’ Club
On the 29th of November the FOCS attended the relaunch of Cornwall Young Archaeologists’ Club.
Footbridge Renewal at Towan Holy Well – St Austell and Pentewan Old Cornwall Societies
Pentewan and St Austell Old Cornwall Societies collaborate on the renewal of the footbridge to Towan Holy Well, which was supported by a Federation of Old Cornwall Societies Grant.
Cornish Heritage Champion: Audrey Aylmer
Audrey Aylmer, of Bude Stratton and District OCS, has been recognised with a Cornish Heritage Champion Award.
Stewards of the Past: Newquay Old Cornwall Society in Action
A report about Newquay Old Cornwall Society’s activities caring for the local area’s cherished historic sites.
Heritage Day at Liskeard a Resounding Success!
The recent Heritage Day at Liskeard was well attended and warmly received by the community – click through for a full report.
The Thorns – Pioneer Photographers of Bude
Carole Wakefield reports on a fascinating talk given to Bude Stratton and District Old Cornwall Society by David Thorn, who spoke of his family’s importance as the earliest photographers in the area.