Hidden behind centuries-old stone and sheltered from the Atlantic winds lies one of Padstow’s most enchanting treasures: the Prideaux Walled Garden. This year, we’re delighted to sit down with two women at the heart of its revival and day-to-day magic—Martha Prideaux, custodian of the estate, and head gardener Emma Restorick. Martha can you start by telling […]
As one of our 2025 charity partners, we catch-up with Katie Lestner of Hospitality Action. A charity that has long been a lifeline for individuals across the industry – offering practical, financial, and emotional support to those facing challenging times. For anyone hearing about you for the first time, what is Hospitality Action all about? […]
As the festive season arrives and Padstow begins to glow with Christmas magic, we’re delighted to welcome one of Cornwall’s most celebrated makers to this year’s Christmas Fayre: Tarquin Leadbetter, the founder and master distiller behind Tarquin’s Gin and the Southwestern Distillery. Tarquin’s, your Cornish Gin brand, has become a household name across the UK. […]
As Padstow’s Christmas Fayre celebrates the best of Cornwall’s coastal community, it’s the perfect time to shine a light on those who dedicate their lives to supporting the people at its heart — the fishermen. The Fisherman’s Mission has been a lifeline for fishing families for more than 140 years, offering practical, emotional, and spiritual […]
At the heart of the Padstow Christmas Fayre is community — and that means celebrating not just what makes Padstow special but also supporting those who help keep our coastal community safe, strong, and thriving all year round. That’s why we’re proud to announce that the 2025 Padstow Christmas Fayre is supporting three incredible charities whose work is deeply […]
We chat to Mike England from Padstow Lifeboat about life at sea, the strength of the crew, and what it means to serve the local community. What does Christmas on duty look like for the Padstow Lifeboat crew? Any festive traditions at the station? Christmas on duty is just like any other time of year. Padstow RNLI volunteer crew […]
