Probus News Magazine - August 2026

What’s

Probus Bowling Club at 60! Pages 10–11

Roseland Academy Prom Pages 30–34

Four (extra) Ordinary Guys Pages 22–23

Pantomime Auditions

Page 39

By email: editorprobusnews@gmail.com

Fun Week is almost here... Pages 25–28

August Arts & Culture

Page 41

Plus: Community News, Probus AFC Fun Day, Friends of Probus School, Parish Council and much, much more. Front cover: Bella in the Hawkins Arms marquee before the Roseland Academy prom (photo by Daisy Bassett).

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Daisy Bassett

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PROOFREADERS: Marilyn Joyce, Tania Williams and Teresa Hayhoe.

Community news

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COMMUNITY

Hubs offer safe, friendly spaces where people can find support, advice and activities close to home. They bring together local organisations who work side by side to provide practical help, social connection and the right resources for those who need them, creating a place where everyone feels supported and included.

In Probus Church

Refreshments available:

Monday 10 am–noon

Tuesday 10:30 am–noon

Wednesday 10 am–noon

Friday 8:45 am–noon

Pain Café: 1st Monday of each month, 10 am–noon.

Carers’ Corner: Support and advice for all carers. 2nd Monday of each month, 10 am–noon.

Digital Support Hub: Drop in for advice or assistance with using computers or completing online tasks. 3rd Monday of each month, 10 am–noon.

Move More: Falls prevention course for the over 65s. Wednesday mornings, 10:30–11:30 am.

Community Support and Information Hub: Drop-in support sessions with a range of professionals – adult social care, housing, DWP, Job Centre, Community Energy Plus, social prescribers and vicar. 3rd Wednesday of each month, 2–4 pm.

NO ONE GOES HUNGRY

Probus & the Surrounding Area

Our local community larder is held four times a week in Probus Church. It is FREE and open to EVERYONE!

Help us, help yourself and reduce food waste!

REVISED OPENING HOURS

We are open every... Wednesday 2:30–3:30 pm Saturday 9:30–10:30 am

Why not join us for tea or coffee half an hour before each session?

Editorial

I’Mwriting this in the middle of the third heatwave of the year, with temperatures in England currently 2.4°C above average, and we’re only halfway through the official meteorological summer. I hope you’re all managing to keep cool and carry on, despite the sweltering conditions.

The main feature in this month’s Probus News is our review of the Roseland Academy Y11 leavers’ prom (pages 30–34), which always brings a burst of Hollywood-style glamour to the village. Our photographers, Jon and Daisy, took loads of wonderful photographs and it was really hard to whittle them down to our final selection. Apologies to those of you whose photos we weren’t able to include, but we had so many we could have filled the whole magazine!

As a village Probus is generous to a fault and nothing exemplifies that more than the challenge ‘Four Ordinary Guys’ set themselves to raise money for Children’s Hospice South West. You can read their story – and contribute to their appeal – on pages 22–23.

On pages 25–28 you’ll find a handy pull-out of the programme for Probus Fun Week, which this year promises to be bigger and better than ever before. There’s something for everyone and it’s yet another way in which our lovely community comes together. We’ll have a full review next month – and I’m sure I’ll see lots of you at different events over the course of the week.

In the meantime enjoy the rest of the summer, whatever your plans are!

John

Your Parish Council – news & updates

Improvements to Ladock Road Cemetery

Over the past decade, Ladock Road Cemetery has benefited from steady maintenance, combining scheduled grass-cutting with the sexton’s periodic care of individual grave plots. Boundary hedges have been trimmed regularly, and in 2025 the cemetery gates were replaced and a pothole at the entrance repaired. More recently, in May 2026, the tarmac areas at the front of the cemetery and the path leading to the rear were swept and improved.

These works reflect the parish council’s responsibility for maintaining community assets. A well-kept cemetery is not only a matter of respect for those laid to rest, but also a visible sign of the council’s commitment to residents.

With these initial improvements completed, attention is turning to several areas requiring further work. The leylandii hedge along the northern boundary has become uneven after years of inconsistent management on either side of the boundary. Storm Goretti caused additional damage, leaving two large gaps and allowing growth to encroach on several memorial headstones. Significant remedial work and a long-term plan for the hedge are now needed.

Three memorial benches at the front of the cemetery, installed by families

some years ago, are showing signs of deterioration and require repair. In the northeast corner, a disused timber enclosure once used for grass cuttings has become overgrown, while a nearby block-built storage building has stood neglected for a decade. Although the blockwork remains sound, the roof and door are beyond repair. The eastern boundary hedge is also overgrown, and vegetation along the southern Cornish wall needs checking to ensure it remains secure.

The parish council’s improvement plan for 2026–27 focuses on five priorities:

y Memorial repairs following safety testing

y Major remedial work to the leylandii hedge and agreement on a longterm solution

y Removal of the redundant grasscutting enclosure

y Restoration of the storage building to create a secure facility

y Repair and reinstatement of the memorial benches

The council will also explore whether Community Infrastructure Levy funding can support these works.

Works to repair 16 memorials have now been approved and are due to begin in the second half of July, with completion expected by August.

Councillors will also consider the hedge condition report, proposed phased works and costs, together with contractor quotations for removing the old enclosure and restoring the storage building.

These improvements represent an important step in ensuring Ladock Road Cemetery remains a respectful, safe and well-maintained space for the community.

Probus clubs, societies, organisations and other useful contacts

Acoustics Night (Comrades Club)

Badminton Club

Bees (swarms/issues/questions)

Bookworms Book Club

Bowling Club

Breakfast Club

Church Bell Ringers

Churchwarden

Comrades Club

Cornwall Councillor

Cycling (Probus Peddlers)

Football (Saturday Club)

Probus Youth FC (Juniors)

Probus FC (Seniors)

Friends of Probus Church

Tim Joyce 07412 126774 timstravels01@hotmail.com

Harry Pritchard 07434 582238

Tony Paddock 07486 295414

Gaynor O’Kane okanegaynor@gmail.com

David Meggs 07850 945626

John Denyer 07824 555519

Liza Deards 07888 684425

Andy McCartney/Matthew Hodge churchwarden@probus.church

Bryan Trebilcock 01726 882747

Karen Glasson 07980 975527 cllr.karen.glasson@cornwall.gov.uk

Dave Light (07966 683852) or Colin Brown (07484 740249)

Steve Flack 07956 049727

Eric Bendelow 07917 008491

Graham Smith 07968 478970

Richard Heath 07849 315432 geotechrich@gmail.com

Grampound Road Cricket Club The Club House 07800 915578 grampoundroadcricketclub@gmail.com

Hawkins Arms

Historic Cornwall Society (PHCS)

Graham & Phil 01726 882208 www.thehawkinsprobus.co.uk

Laura Van KempenWilson 07980 1117647 skooch.vkw@gmail.com

Kids Club (Probus Primary School breakfast/after school clubs) 01726 882647 kidsclub@probusschool.org.uk

Knit & Natter Group

Litter Picking Group

Little Lights & Toddler Group

Mid-Cornwall Wood Turners

MHA Over 55s Luncheon Club

MHA Over 55s Friendship Group

Probus Parish Players (Pantomime)

Pickleball Club

Playing Field Mgmt Committee

Parish Council Clerk

Probus Primary School

Probus Primary School PTA

Probus Club of Probus

Probus Church Ground Maintenance/ PEAT

Probus Nursery

Eve Richards 01726 882657 or 07767 383982

Nick Lauder 07813 995206 n.lauder29@btinternet.com

Eleanor McCartney 07510 054838 eleanorjmccartney@icloud.com

Jeff Morris 07527 550606 secretary@midcornwallturners.com

Tracy Beavill 07720 680989 tracy.beavill@mha.org.uk.

Tracy Beavill 07720 680989 tracy.beavill@mha.org.uk.

Shareen Partridge 07919 313643 info@probusparishplayers.co.uk

Graham Kemp 07961 716620 drummerboy-13@hotmail.com

Graham Smith 07968 478 970

Adrian Webster (Locum clerk) clerk@probusparishcouncil.gov.uk

Stephanie Moore 01726 882647 hello@probusschool.org.uk

Chris Dutton 07969 451207 probuspta@gmail.com

Nick Hibbett 07432 540108 nick.hibbett@btinternet.com

Nick Lauder 07403 659869 n.lauder29@btinternet.com

Stephanie Moore 01726 883093 hello@probusschool.org.uk

Sticker Memory Cafe 07901 147353 or 07717 333712

U3A Roseland & District

Terry Neil u3aroselandanddistrict.weebly.com

Village Hall Lettings 07749 368162 lettings@probusvillagehall.co.uk

Walking Group (Wednesday)

Walking Group (Fridays)

Young Farmers Club

Kay Hyatt 07948 993635

Teresa Hayhoe (07720 393754) or Kaye Ludlow (07968 722430)

Katie Ellacott 07879 313336 kellacott27@hotmail.com

Other village pages: Probus Cornwall, Probus Super Mums!, Probus News Magazine, Probus Fun Week, What’s on Probus & Surrounding

Probus Bowling Club: 60 years

SIXTYyears ago this month, on 12th August 1966, a group of ten Probus residents met at the recreation ground to consider the possibility of creating a bowling club for the village. By the end of the meeting, officers had been elected under the presidency of Mr P. Canny and the chairmanship of Rev. Stanley Underhill. The Secretary, Mr P. Williams, was instructed to write to the playing field committee for permission to use the land at the rear of the pavilion. Annual membership was set at one guinea and the estimated cost of constructing the green was £300.

By April 1968, the estimate had risen to £870 6s 3d, but a grant of £424 from the Ministry of Education and Science and a subsequent loan of £400 from

the Playing Field Assocation meant that work could begin.

By September, drains, hardcore and sand had been laid and a contractor had been chosen to sow grass seed. Gullies had been cut and it was planned to collect pebbles from Carne beach for the gullies. Thirty sets of woods were given by the Truro Bowling Club, Grampound Bowling Club provided a scoreboard, and the grand opening, by Mr Charles Dean of Bodmin, was held on 11th April 1970.

The Club quickly became established. By 1971 it had more than 30 members and had been accepted for affiliation to the Cornwall County Bowling Association. The first season brought no match victories, but the green was regarded as a huge asset to the village – although the president stated that, if the members had realised what it would cost, he doubted whether they would ever have gone ahead with the project!

In 1972, members agreed to build a timber clubhouse beside the existing sports pavilion. The estimated cost was £1200 to £1300, and the inside was to be papered, with each member paying for one roll of paper. The official opening by Miss Elizabeth Johnstone of Trewithen was planned for Saturday 26th April 1975.

Throughout the 1980s the Club faced fluctuating membership but continued to improve its facilities. The Club celebrated its 25th anniversary in 1991 with more than 60 members and guests, including both Ladies and Gents County Presidents and many past members, attending a special event.

The blackest day in the Club’s history occurred on 26th September 1992, when a fire, probably the result of an arson attack, virtually destroyed the clubhouse and its contents. Fortunately the Club and contents were covered by insurance and the new pavilion was officially opened by Mr D. Isgrove, Chairman of the Central Division, on 22nd August 1993 (pictured opposite).

Since then, the Club has continued to enjoy sporting success. Between 2002 and 2015 the ladies achieved

considerable distinction, with Shirley Boyce, Gill Moore, Meta Johnson, Pauline Trethewey and Angela Light all representing the Club and county at the National Championships. The men’s section won the Captain’s Shield for Region 3 in 2009 as well as the Shield overall in Cornwall. They won the Captain’s Shield for the region again in 2018 and the Mills Cup in 2022, as well as being a finalist in the Captain’s Shield.

Unfortunately, the Club is now in the precarious position of having only 19 playing men and 4 playing ladies. The men have two games in two leagues most weeks during the season; 12 players are needed twice a week in one league and 9 players twice a week in the other. The ladies have had to withdraw from league and county competitions due to not having enough playing members. It would be such a shame if the village were to lose this facility and so a free ‘taster’ session is being offered on Friday 6th August from 6–8 pm to encourage new members. Why not come along and give it a try?

(Adapted from The Book of Probus by Alan M. Kent and Danny L.J. Merrifield)

A message from Rev. Caroline

OVER the past few months, Probus Church has been receiving a great deal of appreciation – not only as a place of worship, but as a building that offers what many in our community now value deeply: a warm space in winter and a cool, restful space in the height of summer. After the recent heatwave, that cool sanctuary has been especially cherished.

But the heart of Probus Church is not just the building – it’s the life within it. Week by week, we continue to offer a range of gatherings that support individuals and families in every season of life. Whether it’s a friendly coffee morning, baby and toddler groups, the community hub or the food larder, there is always a place to pause, connect and feel supported.

We also remain alongside families during life’s most significant moments – celebrating love through marriage, welcoming new life through baptism, and offering comfort and compassion in times of loss. These are the threads that bind our community together.

We know that summer can be a challenging time for many families, with childcare pressures and rising holiday costs. Probus Church is here to help. You are warmly invited to drop in for coffee mornings, reduce food waste by enjoying a selection of everyday and occasionally exotic supermarket surplus, and even sample treats from De Bara Bakery when they appear at the Community Larder.

During Probus Fun Week, we’re delighted to be hosting several special events to bring joy, creativity, and community spirit to the village.

Probus Fun Week Highlights...

Sunday 9th August at 4 pm

Assembly Bangers in the Hawkins Arms garden (see posters for more details).

Saturday 15th August at 2.30 pm

Duggie Dug Dug science-based praise party (see posters and book your family in).

Sunday 16th August at 9.30 am

Duggie Dug Dug leads a joyful worship service.

Sunday 16th August at 6.30 pm

Hymns & Pimms – traditional hymn favourites and a glass of Pimms.

Gras ha kres (grace and peace),

Rev. Caroline Husband 01726 337730 | rector@probusteam.com www.probuschurch.com

Church Services in August

Sun. 2nd, 9:30 am Connect

Thurs. 6th, noon Holy Communion

Sun. 9th, 9:30 am Holy Communion

Sun. 16th, 9:30 am Connect

Thurs. 20th, noon Holy Communion

Sun. 23rd, 9:30 am Holy Communion 4 pm Café Church

Coffee Mornings

Tuesdays 10:30 am–noon

Fridays 8:45 am–10 am

Little Lights

Thursdays 9:30 am–11:30 am

Friends of Probus School

FOPS

(formerly Probus School

PTA) has had a fantastic month of fundraising, thanks to the incredible support of our school and wider community.

A huge thank you goes to the teachers and staff who walked 27 miles along the South West Coast Path during the recent heatwave, raising £1,365. Thanks to match funding from one of our generous working parents, this was doubled to an amazing £2,730.

We’d also like to give a special mention to Connor in Year 1, who organised a litter pick at Carne Beach and, with match funding, raised a further £1,130 towards new playground equipment. Wow! Well done, Connor!

Throughout the year, FOPS raises money to enrich the children’s experiences at Probus School, helping to fund books, play equipment, school trips, discos, leavers hoodies (pictured on the left), the popular end-of-year ice-cream van and more.

We’re always looking for new volunteers and you don’t need to be a parent to get involved. If you’d like to join our friendly team, please email probus.fops@ gmail.com or use the QR code above. Follow @ProbusFOPS on social media or join our Facebook group, FOPS Volunteers.

Roseland area u3a

Events for August 2026

Craft Group: Friday 14th and 28th, 9:30 am–noon at Probus Village Hall.

French Conversation: Tuesday 4th and 18th, 2–4 pm, at the Pavilion, Roseland Parc, Tregony.

Scrabble: Tuesday 11th, 2 pm at the Pavilion, Roseland Parc, Tregony.

Book Club: Wednesday 19th, 2 pm at Roseland Parc Library, Tregony.

Strum for fun: Tuesday 25th, 2 pm at the Pavilion, Roseland Parc, Tregony.

Lunch Club: Thursday 27th, noon for 12:30 pm at The Hewas Inn, Sticker.

For further details please go to : u3aroselandanddistrict.weebly.com

WILDLIFE kill your speed not

Emily Forster, local wildlife photographer, known as wildforsterphoto on Instagram, discusses recent incidents of animals being struck by vehicles at the entrance to Probus village...

As I write this month’s wildlife article, it is with a heavy heart.

| JOHN DENYER

Roe Deer in Probus garden

Over the past few weeks, I have noticed a worrying increase in roadkill on Truck Hill, at the entrance to Probus. In just one month I have recorded two rabbits, a deer, a badger, two polecats and two birds killed on this relatively short stretch of road. Each one is a reminder that our roads cut through habitats that wildlife has used for generations.

Some losses are particularly poignant. Polecats, which once driven close to extinction in England, have slowly been making a comeback across parts of Cornwall and the South West. To lose

two in such a short space of time is deeply concerning. It is likely both individuals were this year’s kits, leaving the safety of mum and dad to find their own new territories. The Screech Owl Sanctuary & Animal Park, just down the road near Indian Queens, is a part of the polecat rewilding project. This year their breeding pair has successfully raised six kits, which will be going off to be released into the wild later in the year.

Polecats are protected under the Wildlife Countryside Act 1981, making it an offence to intentionally kill them, and unfortunately, road traffic collisions are now considered one of the leading causes of mortality of this species.

I appreciate that not every collision can be avoided. Animals can appear suddenly, especially at dawn, dusk or after dark. However, I do wonder whether this recent run of casualties should prompt us all to think a little more carefully as we approach the village.

Truck Hill is bordered by hedgerows, fields and gardens, creating a natural corridor for wildlife moving between feeding and breeding areas. For us, it’s simply the road home. For them, it’s an unavoidable crossing.

A small reduction in speed could make a significant difference. Slowing down by just a few miles an hour gives drivers more time to react and gives wildlife a better

To be in with a chance of featuring in our next issue, send in your Probus wildlife photos or artwork to: wildforsterphoto@outlook.com

chance of escaping. It also makes our roads safer for everyone.

As your wildlife editor, I’m fortunate to hear about the wonderful animals that share our parish, from barn owls and bats to foxes, badgers and the occasional polecat. These sightings remind us how rich our local environment is. It would be a shame if that richness quietly diminished because we failed to notice what was happening on one stretch of road.

If you’ve seen wildlife crossing Truck Hill or have noticed other recent road casualties, I’d be interested to hear from you. The more we understand where and when these incidents occur, the better informed we can be as a community.

After all, protecting wildlife isn’t just about nature reserves or rare species. It begins on our own doorstep, with the simple decision to ease off the accelerator and remember that we’re travelling through someone else’s home.

Four ordinary guys

Four friends push themselves to the limit for Bonnie

THREE

Probus men have returned from an extraordinary challenge in the Swiss Alps after completing a gruelling five-day adventure to raise money for Children’s Hospice South West in memory of local nine-year-old Bonnie, who died from bone cancer earlier this year.

Ross Withers, Justin Martin and Matt Hurst were joined by Cornwall-born Tristan Tucker, who now lives in the Netherlands, for what they modestly called the ‘Four Ordinary Guys, One Extreme Challenge’.

Over three days the team trekked through the Swiss Alps, paraglided above mountain valleys, tackled white-

water rapids and finished with an icy alpine lake swim. While none claim to be professional athletes, they willingly stepped well outside their comfort zones for a cause close to their hearts.

The toughest part proved to be the mountain trek. After starting in rain, conditions deteriorated rapidly as the team climbed to nearly 2,800 metres. Temperatures plunged from around 15°C to below freezing within minutes, leaving them soaked, exhausted and battling strong winds during the final ascent to an isolated mountain hut.

‘It was horrific’, Ross recalled. ‘The last couple of hundred metres really tested us. Everything we were wearing was soaked, there was no heating in the hut, and we had to put on cold, wet clothes again the following morning.’

The challenge also included a spectacular tandem paraglide over the Alps, nine miles of white-water rafting and a dip in glacier-fed water only a few degrees above freezing.

Months of training along the Cornish coast helped prepare the team, but nothing compared with the reality of the Swiss mountains.

The challenge has so far raised more than £7,000 for Children’s Hospice South West, with further donations expected as professionally filmed videos of the adventure are released online.

The emotional motivation behind every step was Bonnie, whose courage throughout her illness inspired the team.

Asked during a post-challenge interview whether Bonnie would have been proud of what they had achieved, Ross admitted the simple question brought even the toughest members of the group to tears.

Their adventure may have ended, but the fundraising continues – use this QR code to support.

The class of 2026

ONFriday 3rd July, Y11 leavers from the Roseland Academy gathered in Probus before setting off for their end-of-year prom at The Alverton. It was a beautiful evening and students from Probus and the surrounding area, along with their families and friends, were able to mingle in both The Square and The Hawkins Arms garden, where a special marquee was set up.

Sadly we don’t have enough space to include all the photos that were taken, but here’s a taster. Huge congratulations to the class of 2026 – we wish you all the very best in whatever you do next!

Clockwise from top right: Jackson and Purdy – Purdy is wearing a dress that her grandmother wore 60 years ago when she was crowned Dairy Princess; Ava; Chris and Ameli.

Photo credits: Daisy Bassett (shots 2, 5, 6, 7, 10 and 15); Jon Hibberd (shots 1, 3, 4, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, and 17).

A botanical legacy. A living history.

Discover the rich legacy of plant hunters and horticulturalists at Cornwall’s beloved ‘house of the trees’.

Free trees for Probus

LOOKINGto add a tree to your garden? Here’s your chance and it’s completely free.

To mark National Tree Week (27th November to 5th December 2026), Probus News Magazine is delighted to be working with Forest for Cornwall to bring a Free Tree Giveaway to the village.

The event will take place on Saturday 28th November, from noon to 2 pm,

when local householders will be able to collect a free tree to plant in their own gardens.

Forest for Cornwall, an initiative led by Cornwall Council, has already donated more than 13,000 trees for residential gardens over the past two years and has helped plant an impressive 1.6 million trees across Cornwall during the last five years.

A range of tree species will be available, along with planting notes, giving residents the opportunity to enhance their gardens while helping to create a greener, healthier Cornwall for future generations.

Further details, including the collection venue, will be announced nearer the time.

Secretaries: To publicise your meetings or events, let us know well in advance and we will include details here.

The contact details for all groups/clubs/ societies can be found on page 10.

Key: PVH = Probus Village Hall. PCC = Probus Comrades Club.

Acoustic Night Upstairs Last Monday of the month at PCC, starting at 7:30 pm.

Badminton Club: Mondays, 7.:30–10 pm at PVH.

Bookworms Book Club: Third Tuesday of every month at 7 pm. Get in touch for details of the venue and book to be discussed.

Coffee ‘n’ Chat: Every Tuesday morning from 10 am to noon at Probus Church. Open to everyone, young and old, church-goer or not.

Friendship Group: MHA Communities Cornwall is open to folk 55+ on the first Thursday of every month, 10 am to noon at PVH.

Luncheon Club: MHA Communities Cornwall is open to folk 55+ on alternate Wednesdays from noon to 2 pm at PVH. The next lunches are on Wednesday 5th and 19th August

Mid Cornwall Wood Turners Club: Meet the first Tuesday of every month 7–9:30 pm with demonstrations and

competitions. Training nights on the third Tuesday of the month at PVH.

Mobile library: Next visits are on Friday 7th August, 4th September, 2nd October, 30th October and 27th November. All at PVH car park between 11:30 am and 12:15 pm.

Pickleball Club: Fridays 7:30–10 pm and Sundays 6:30–9 pm at PVH.

Probus Bowling Club: Free taster session, Friday 6th August, 6–8 pm.

Probus Club of Probus: Thursday 20th August 10 am for 10:30 am coffee meeting, with guest speaker Dave Harris talking about policing the miners’ strike.

Probus Knit and Natter Group: Every Wednesday 10 am at PCC.

Probus Litter Pickers: First Saturday of each month at 10 am. Meet at PVH.

Probus Parish Council: Meet on the 3rd Thursday of every month, excluding August. Next meeting is on 16th September at 7 pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend and are given 15 minutes public participation. www.probusparishcouncil.gov.uk.

Probus Pedallers: Leave from the surgery every Sunday at 9 am. The more leisurely group leaves at 10 am.

Probus Walking Group: Every Wednesday, 9 am or 9:30 am start. Every Friday for shorter walks, starting at 10 am. New members always welcome.

CHSW: Children’s Hospice South West’s ‘Ride for Precious Lives’, 9–11th July 2027. Cyclists ride 200 miles between the charity’s three hospices, raising vital funds for local families. Only 110 places are available, with earlybird entry and fundraising commitments. required. Details via QR code.

ARTS & CULTURE

Kernow is hot to trot this August, bursting with colour, music and movement. Expect vintage vehicles, stunning sailing boats and plenty of toe-tapping tunes drifting through the summer air. If you fancy indulging, a fantastic fishy festival offers the chance to meet the men who land our local catch and view their classic luggers .

Q Truro Classic Car Show

Sunday 2nd August. Returning for 2026, the Truro Classic Car Show is a chance to see a wide variety of cherished classic and vintage cars and motorcycles in a unique city centre location. Vehicles will be on display across the city on Lemon Quay, Lemon Street, Boscawen Street and Pydar Street. Visitors will also be able to browse automobilia and autojumble stalls and enjoy live music. visittruro.org.uk/whats-on

Q Falmouth Week

Friday 7th to Sunday 16th August. Falmouth Week has grown from a small sailing regatta in 1837 into one of Cornwall’s biggest summer celebrations. Across ten vibrant days, the town comes alive with sailing, music, markets and family fun, offering something for everyone and filling August with colour, energy and seaside excitement. falmouthweek.co.uk

Q Portscatho Regatta

Portscatho Regatta takes place over the Bank Holiday weekend from 28th–30th August, with gig and sailing races, family games, fete stalls, live music and a colourful carnival parade. A full weekend of fun on the water with entertainment shoreside. Whatever you do, don’t miss St Dennis Silver Band! facebook.com/portscathoregatta

Q Newlyn Great Sardine Festival

On Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th August, the Great Cornish Sardine Festival fires up in Newlyn Harbour with sizzling grills, live music and the chance to meet the skippers who land Cornwall’s famous sardines. It’s a vibrant celebration of flavour, heritage and harbour life, with historic luggers adding a dash of classic Cornish soul. cornishsardines.org.uk/the-great-cornishsardine-festival-2026

Trudgian Farm Shop

CHARACTER VILLAGE COTTAGE

Located in a pleasant position within the village, close to the square . The property includes two first floor bedrooms and a ground floor bedroom with en -suite shower room. There is a lounge open plan to the dining area, along with a kitchen and conservatory. A second shower room is located on the first floor. Outside, there is an enclosed southfacing garden and a useful utility/shed providing space for laundry and storage.

Guide Price £289,950

01872 242244

www.philip-martin.co.uk sales@philip-martin.co.uk

A message from Fun Week Chairman

BY the time you read this, we’ll be just over a week away from the start of Probus Fun Week 2026 – and I honestly can’t wait! First, I want to say a huge thank you to our incredible committee. Every single member is a volunteer who gives up their own time alongside work, family and other commitments to make this week happen. For months we’ve been planning, organising and fundraising, all with one goal: to put on a fantastic week that brings our community together. I couldn’t be more proud of what we’ve achieved.

We have an amazing programme lined up (see pages 25–28 for your handy pull-out guide) and we hope you’ll come along and help make this year’s Fun

Week one to remember. Whether you’re taking part in an event, cheering from the sidelines or simply catching up with friends and neighbours your support is what makes Fun Week so special.

Our Fun Week raffle tickets can be purchased at all events throughout the week and we have some fantastic cash prizes on offer. We’ll be drawing the raffle on Sunday 16th August at 4 pm at The Hawkins Arms, where we’ll also be enjoying a fantastic afternoon of live music from Roche Brass Band. It’s the perfect way to round off another memorable Fun Week.

On behalf of the committee, thank you to everyone who has supported us through sponsorship, donations, volunteering and simply by attending our events. Your support is what keeps Probus Fun Week alive and we can’t wait to celebrate with you all.

See you soon!

Graham Bishop-Macrides, Chairman

Local sport

Probus Bowling Club

CORNWALL

Division League (CDL) is divided into four groups, and Probus play in Group 3 (mid- Cornwall) Division 1. A CDL team consists of three rinks with four players in each rink, while the Triples league uses three rinks but with three players per rink. With both leagues now finished, Probus completed the season in the bottom half of the CDL table but achieved a top-three position in the Triples.

BOWLING CLUB HOME FIXTURES

August 2026

Mon 10th Captain’s Day, 2 pm

Wed 12th Summer Triples vs St Stephen, 6 pm

Sat 15th Friendly vs Penryn, 2 pm

Mon 17th President’s Day, 2 pm

Sat 22nd & Sun 23rd Club Comp, 9.30 am

Sat 29th Club Comp (Pairs), 9.30 am

Grampound Road

Cricket Club

Grampound Road CC win the 2026 Women’s Hardball League.

On a glorious summer’s day, Grampound Road women hardball team clinched the title with a win against Truro CC by 7 wickets.

Both teams should be congratulated on playing in great spirits. Both teams

had experienced players but also young talented players on show, which means the future is bright for the women’s and girls’ cricket league.

A First win for GRCC’s Women’s Softball side.

Grampound Road women and girls also played their first ever softball cricket match on Monday 6th July and came out winners against St Austell CC.

Women’s and Girls’ Softball Cricket at Grampound Road CC 7–8 pm every Monday evening. Year 7 upwards – no upper age limit. Beginners are –ery welcome ––come along and give it a go. Contact Sarah Fox womenandgirls@ grampoundroadcc.co.uk