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The National Trust has a major interest in and around Boscastle owning over
300 acres of land including the harbour, river, access roads, bridge,
several buildings and parts of the Valency Valley.
New beginnings
With spring arriving, the National Trust is looking forward to
a busy season at its new shop next to the visitor centre. The Old Forge
(the site of the previous shop) will be vacated and the Trust is looking
for expressions of interest for anyone interested in running their own
business from this historic building.
From Easter, three refurbished holiday flats will be available on the
floors above the visitor Centre.
Plans for converting the former ‘Cornish Goodies’ shop into a café
should go ahead this year. Currently we are seeking a building company to
carry out the works. The café will be called the Pilchards Cellar café to
reflect the history of the building complex.
Lower Bridge: design development
The ‘design group’ which includes residents, parish council, English
Heritage, National Trust and the Environment Agency met last November to
look at the detail of this design – a large stone bridge was dismissed as
it would be too dominant for its surroundings. The favoured option was a
bridge with a thinner deck with metal uprights on the edges supporting
horizontal cables or tubes.
At the time of writing this design is due to be presented at a public
meeting in the near future.
Jeff Cherrington,
National Trust, Assistant Property Manager
01288 331372
E-mail
Boscastle Blowhole
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Easter Egg Trail
Mike Simmonds will be organising Easter Egg Trails on Thurs 5th
April.
There will be two different trails for which will be in the Harbour,
Coast Path and Green Cut areas. One trail will be suitable for pushchairs,
wheelchairs and buggies.
You have to follow the clues to find the answers then you can claim
your Easter treat and discover more about Boscastle!
The trails start from the National Trust shop in Boscastle Harbour.
Trails will take place between 11am and 3 pm. Price(s) : Children: £1.50
For further info phone 01288 331372
or email: mike.simmonds@nationaltrust.org.uk presented at a public
meeting in the near future.
Valency Valley: Management of the Catchment
The Environment Agency and National Trust have been working together to
produce a management plan for the Valency Valley. A report has been
produced and the findings will be presented at a parish council meeting
and an abridged version of the report will be available.
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REINSTATING BOSCASTLE’S UNIQUE CHARACTER
A project by Cornwall County Council’s Historic Environment Service is
supporting repair and reinstatement work in Boscastle. The project, jointly
supported by the National Trust, English Heritage and North Cornwall
District Council, is providing detailed information on the town’s historic
environment to guide practical action. It is particularly aimed at helping
both local residents and agencies to maintain and enhance Boscastle’s
distinctive character, itself the direct result of its unique history and
setting.
In addition to providing information and advice for rebuilding work, the
project is also aimed at recording information revealed in the course of
repairs; for example, features revealed by new service trenches or when
plaster is removed or floors lifted. Photographs, drawings and surveys will
be undertaken wherever access can be gained without inconvenience.
The information gained will add to our understanding of how Boscastle has
developed and changed over time and will be available in the future for
education and community interest. It is intended that the project as a
whole should contribute significantly to long-term conservation planning
for Boscastle.
To find out more contact:
Graeme Kirkham or Peter Herring at the Historic Environment
Service, tel 01872 322360
(Email:
hes@cornwall.gov.uk).
Sarah Cawrse, Conservation Officer, North Cornwall District Council, tel
01208 265603
Jeff Cherrington, National Trust, at the National Trust shop in the
Harbour, tel 01288 331372
Please remember that NCDC are offering free advice on planning, and on
building design and materials for Listed buildings. Even if your building is
not Listed, it is essential for the future appearance of the village to
ensure the use of appropriate design and materials in any repairs. The Trust
may be able to help with advice if this is required.
Further Information and contacts:
Phone: Jeff Cherrington, Assistant Property Manager,
01288 331372 or 07976 839855
Ian Kemp, Property Manager, 01208 863046
National Trust shop, Boscastle 01840 250353 (with
answerphone)
Andrew Davey, Area Manager, 01208 74281
Email: Boscastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
Write: National Trust, The Old Forge, The Harbour,
Boscastle PL35 0HD
Information by kind permission of The National
Trust
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