Bodmin Life

17/09/2025

WE NEED YOUR HELP

In the winter issue of Bodmin Life magazine, we would love to include your photos and memories of winter days in the local area.

Perhaps you have a festive family recipe passed down through the generations, photos of you sledging in the countryside, or a fond winter memory that you would like to share.

Please email [email protected] as soon as possible if you would like to share a photo, memory or winter story with us.

16/09/2025

Bodmin Gallery and Creative Studio is a fantastic new space in the centre of town, appealing to local residents and visitors to the town alike.

Run by Bodmin Revival CIC, it is hoped that the space will contribute to a new way of experiencing Bodmin’s town centre. In recent, difficult times for the economy, it is vital that town centres adapt and move with the times, says Carol Randall of Bodmin Revival CIC.

To read more, go to https://www.life-media.co.uk/news/bodmin-gallery

15/09/2025

The Kernow King is set to star in Hall for Cornwall's Aladdin this Christmas!

Hall for Cornwall (HfC) has announced that Kernow King himself, Edward Rowe, is back in bloomers for the festive season to play this year’s pantomime Dame in Aladdin. The Cornwall Playhouse Production will be presented in association with Falmouth University and is sponsored by Cornwall Airport Ne...

09/09/2025

The Police and Crime Commissioner has announced two funding opportunities for community groups to help prevent theft in their communities.

Organisations, charities and voluntary groups in Devon and Cornwall have the opportunity to bid for a share of £330,000 of crime prevention funding.

The Commissioner's Community Grant Scheme and Police Property Act Fund, which launched on 1st September, will focus on a theme around the prevention and reduction of burglary and theft, including root causes and antisocial behaviour.

Funding of £200,000 is up for grabs through the Community Grant Scheme, while the PPA Fund is offering up to £115,300.

For more information about these funding opportunities, go to: https://devonandcornwall-pcc.gov.uk/pcc-invites-community-groups-to-bid-for-share-of-330000-crime-prevention-funding?fbclid=IwY2xjawMmSYhleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHpzBRPJAhU39ltBEdqU8IoZy2A4XktSpPH0zULJpoe1zheBIeMdL4wieL4ps_aem_-Xh_A6jtxhp5Mrkx56bKsw

Substantial funding, that includes seizing assets from criminals, is being made available by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) to organisations, charities and voluntary groups in Devon and Cornwall to help deliver projects committed to tackling burglary and theft, and its root c...

08/09/2025

Tickets are now on sale for THE PIG at Harlyn Bay's special charity event for the National Garden Scheme.

Find out more here:

THE PIG at Harlyn Bay is set to host a special charity event for the National Garden Scheme this September.

04/09/2025

Sian Powell, folklorist and storyteller, delves into the curious tales of Cornish Giants…

Read the story here: https://www.life-media.co.uk/news/cornish-giants

02/09/2025

This Friday, Clare, Emma and Lizzie from Bodmin Railway will complete 16 round trips between Bodmin General and Walker Lines, using a unique Camel hand-propelled trolley.

They are raising money to support improvements to the heritage railway’s visitor experience, including a refresh to the Exhibition Coach and upgrades to the Boscarne Junction station and green.

Read the full article here: https://www.life-media.co.uk/news/camel-challenge

To donate, go to: https://www.justgiving.com/page/lizzie-whitford-1?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=EM

On Friday 5th September 2025, three members of Bodmin Railway’s team will be swapping desks for determination as they embark on a quirky and strenuous fundraising challenge — all to help support the future of Cornwall’s beloved heritage railway.

02/09/2025

Have you ever wanted to join a fun, daytime singing group?

Well a new mixed-voice choir - the Good Afternoon Choir - will be starting on Tuesday, 7th October, meeting at St Petroc’s Parish Centre between 2pm-4pm on Tuesdays.

Read more here: https://www.life-media.co.uk/news/community-choir

02/09/2025

On the weekend of 12th-14th September, 80 veterans of The Rifles and Light Infantry will gather to walk 30 miles of Cornish coastline, raising money for The Rifles Trust and Bodmin Keep.

The route begins in Tintagel on Friday 12th, taking in Polzeath and Wadebridge on Saturday 13th, before ending in Bodmin on Sunday 14th.

Read the full article here: https://www.life-media.co.uk/news/veterans-walk

01/09/2025

Have you got an eye for photography? Do you feel most at ease in nature? 🌷

The Eden Project’s National Wildflower Centre is celebrating 25 years and, to mark the occasion, is launching a UK-wide wildflower photography competition.

Deadline: 30th September

Read the story here: https://www.life-media.co.uk/news/photographers-wildlife

01/09/2025

The Beat was filled with energy at the weekend as Bodmin Musical Theatre Company brought their fantastic summer production of CATS to the stage.

Words and image: Barbara Brittain

Read all about it here: https://www.life-media.co.uk/news/theatre-cats

31/08/2025

Sundays: A day to get outside for long walks, hopefully avoiding any rain showers - or hunkering down at home with a book or a film, and perhaps a delicious roast!

What does your Sunday look like? Are you out for lunch or exploring the great outdoors? Or is a cosy day at home calling?