On the evening of Thursday 24th September, we welcomed Dr Garry Tregidga to the Harrowbarrow and Metherell Village Hall, for a fascinating and wide‑ranging talk on the significance of the Tamar as a border. Garry guided us through the river’s long history, from its role as a trading artery at the heart of Dumnonia, to its later position as a political boundary under Athelstan, to the present day.
Tales of the Tides – Harrowbarrow Walk, a Wonderful Afternoon
Our Harrowbarrow heritage walk on the afternoon of Thursday 24th September was a great success, thanks in no small part to the excellent leadership of Jean Miller, whose deep local knowledge brought every stop to life. With sunny weather and a friendly group, it was the ideal setting to explore the village’s rich and varied past.
Old Cornwall at Seafest 2026
Recently we took a little slice of Cornish culture over the border to Aberplymm.
On Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September we took our Tales of the Tides project to Seafest, Plymouth’s annual celebration of the sea.
Maritime Memory Day – A Wonderful Community Success
Our Hwedhlow an Mortidys – Maritime Memory Day at Calstock Village Hall on Saturday 15th August proved to be a truly memorable and heart‑warming afternoon.
Torpoint Foreshore Walk – A Stunning Afternoon by St John’s Lake
On Thursday 23rd July our second Torpoint foreshore walk took place in glorious sunshine, with St John’s Lake and the Tamar looking absolutely stunning. Led by Tom Harvey and Angela, the walk drew a group of 24 participants — including a strong turnout from Torpoint OCS — for an afternoon full of history, landscape, and good company.
Torpoint Workshops: Pottery, Poetry, and Community Creativity
On Saturday 11th July, Torpoint Library and Community Centre hosted a brilliant day of workshops for our Tales of the Tides project. Led once again by Laura Miucci, the sessions explored the Tamar through archaeology and poetry, offering two very different but complementary ways of connecting with the river.
Foreshore Explore – Saltash and Torpoint
On Sunday 5th July we gathered in the late morning overlooking St John’s Lake at Torpoint for our ‘Foreshore Explore’ as part of the Tales of the Tide project.
Natural Beauty and the Beast: A Celebration of Bodmin Moor
On Saturday 13th June the Federation’s Natural Beauty & The Beast event at St Nonna’s Church, Altarnun, proved to be a truly memorable celebration of Goon Brenn’s heritage, landscape, and creativity.
Flotsam & Jetsam Art Workshop – A Wonderful Day at Ashtorre Rock
On Saturday 27th June, as part of our Tales of the Tides Project, the Flotsam & Jetsam Art Workshop at Ashtorre Rock Community Centre proved a great success and a joyful celebration of creativity along the Tamar.
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.