We are delighted to welcome the Friends of Launceston Priory as new affiliates of the Federation. Their dedication to safeguarding one of Cornwall’s most significant monastic sites makes them a natural and valued addition to our wider family.
Saints and Socials: March Outings
March saw two more delightful days in our Saints & Socials programme, each offering its own blend of heritage, sunshine, and good company.
Walk, Talk and Tidy: A Day on Bodmin Moor
The latest Walk, Talk and Tidy outing — a joint initiative between Cornwall Archaeological Society, Caradon Archaeology, and the Federation of Old Cornwall Societies — took us onto the wide, open expanse of Bodmin Moor on 19 March.
Penzance Centenary Celebrated In Style
On Tuesday 17 March, Penzance Old Cornwall Society celebrated its Centenary with a memorable evening at the historic Union Hotel.
Recorders’ Day At Kresen Kernow
Our annual Recorders Day took place on Saturday 14th March at Kresen Kernow, and it was wonderful to see such a strong turnout. My thanks to everyone who joined us — and to Priscilla, the Cury team, Katrina, Chris, and Hannah for helping make the day such a success.
Tales of the Tides: Voices of the Sea – A Major New Project for 2026
The Federation of Old Cornwall Societies is delighted to share the news that we have been awarded a Blue Sparks grant from the Plymouth Sound National Marine Park to deliver an ambitious new project throughout 2026: Tales of the Tides: Voices of the Sea.
Obituary: Moira Sheila Tangye, Kevrenores Kernow hag Ameryky
The Old Cornwall movement mourns the passing of Moira Sheila Tangye (née Flavin), bard of Gorsedh Kernow and a steadfast champion of Cornish heritage, who has died at the age of 90.
In Memoriam: Malcolm (Mac) Foster Waters
The Old Cornwall movement has lost one of its most steadfast champions with the passing of Malcolm (Mac) Foster Waters, Bard of Gorsedh Kernow, Cunteller an Brewyon—“Gatherer of the Fragments”.
Hayle Old Cornwall Society: Meeting report
The February meeting of the Hayle Old Cornwall Society included a visual talk from new President Jonathan Warner. All but one of the images shown were from his own Postcard and Photo collection of old images of villages around Hayle, including Lelant, St Erth, Canonstown, Angarrack and Connor Downs.
Alverton Well Clear-Up by Penzance Old Cornwall Society
Penzance Old Cornwall Society members clean up the Alverton Well.