ROCK THE BOX NEEDS YOU

The organisers of a hugely popular charity music event are looking for local bands, businesses, Cornish breweries and stallholders to join in this year’s activities.

‘Rock the Box’ is big and better this year it’s being held over the whole weekend starting on the evening of Friday 31^st August  in the beautiful Cornish village of Mithian .

The event, which takes place in a field behind the Miners Arms,  It is a mixture of live music, local stalls, real ales and tasty food from the barbecue all in aid of raising much needed money for Shelter Box. This year we are including a beer festival and we are looking for donations of cask ale from Cornish breweries with all monies made from the ales going to the charity.

Shelter box is a Cornish-based charity which provides emergency shelter and lifesaving supplies for families around the world who are affected by disasters at the time when they need it the most.

This will be the event’s third year. It was started by Anouska House and Ceinwyn Morgans in August 2010, when they raised more than £5000 for the charity.

“Due to its success and popularity, we decided to make this an annual event,” said Anouska.

“We have everything from an outside bar and barbecue, stalls provided by local businesses, raffles with fantastic prizes, entertainment for children and not to mention live bands all day long.

“It is a fun family friendly day that is open to everyone. With your support we hope to make this event even bigger and better than last year’s,” she added.

The Miners Arms is a traditional pub, serving real food and ale in old world comfort. During ‘Rock the Box’ the pub will be open all day serving a full menu between 12-2.30pm and 6-9pm booking is advisable, all dishes are freshly prepared and cooked to order, using the very best of local Cornish produce.

Organisers would like to hear from anybody that would like to donate prizes, set up a stall during the day or any bands that would like to play.

Please contact Anouska House on 07885263470 or phone the Miners Arms on 01872 552375.

Images: Miners Arms, Stage at Rock the Box and Organisers Anouska and Ceinwyn.

The Miners Arms, Mithian, St Agnes, Cornwall, TR5 0QF

Tel: 01872 552375

Truly Excellent - The Coldstreamer, Gulval

THE COLDSTREAMER at Gulval has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. The accolade, which honours hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding reviews on TripAdvisor.

 

To qualify for the Certificate of Excellence, businesses must maintain an overall rating of four or higher, out of a possible five, as reviewed by travellers on TripAdvisor.

Additional criteria include the volume of reviews received within the last 12 months.

It is testament to the dedication of the team behind The Coldstreamer: brothers Tom and Harry Penhaul and Richard Tubb. Visitors and locals alike have praised the fine quality cuisine served in the rustic and relaxed setting of an atmospheric village pub. The menu, which changes on a weekly basis according to the availability of the best quality, locally sourced seasonal produce, has attracted a loyal clientele of regular diners.Harry Penhaul said: "This award is indicative of the consistency of our service. We strive to offer our customers a memorable experience, and this accolade is evidence that our hard work is translating into positive traveller reviews on TripAdvisor."

The Coldstreamer is currently running a very special offer: 25 per cent off all bottles of still wine every Thursday. This offer runs all day, allowing people to sample some of the delicious higher priced wine at an excellent price, or simply enjoy a very affordable bottle of house wine. You can take advantage of the offer if you're eating in the restaurant, having some bar snacks or simply drinking and, to qualify, you have to buy the whole bottle. The Coldstreamer has previously won a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for their guest accommodation.

Each of the three contemporary rooms has a comfortable bed, crisp linen, flat screen television and en-suite facilities. Perfectly located for a visit to west Cornwall, visitors can relish waking up to a delicious Cornish breakfast in this warm and characterful setting.

The Coldstreamer is open seven days a week from noon to 11pm.

The Coldstreamer, Gulval, Penzance; 01736 362072; www.coldstreamer-penzance.co.uk

Taken from This is Cornwall's website 

The Victory Inn, St Mawes

We have just finished painting and decorating the inside and outside of the pub, we have a lovely upstairs dining area which goes out on to the deck which looks out over the harbour and 2 en-suite letting rooms.

Along side our normal menu we have some great food deals every week, Check out the Website
for more details.


Sunday - Traditional Roast £5.95
Monday Night - Steak Night 2 for £20
Thursday Night - Homemade Curry £8.95, a choice of 6 curries with Pilau rice, Poppadom and Condiments.
Friday Night - Homemade Beer Battered Fish and Chip £5.95

Black Velvet heading up the Opening Celebrations at the Old Plough

The Old Plough is now fully re-open and celebrating it’s new look with a special event on Friday 13^th July featuring live music with the Irish Band Black Velvet.  This first event marks the start of what new land-lords Brian Wick and Sharon Morley hope will be a great line-up for the rest of the year aimed to please both new and old customers.

The pub’s new look has been carefully designed to update the Old Plough to ensure it has a modern feel but without losing its core sense of community and cosy atmosphere.  With Matt Squire heading up the kitchen, there is plenty of home-made premium pub classics on offer from Sunday carvery to a great daily menu to suit all appetites featuring steak burgers and beer battered haddock.

The Old Plough, Church Road, Shortlanesend, Truro, TR4 9DY

Tel: 01872 273001

NOW OPEN – NEW LOOK AND NEW NAME FOR GWEEK PUB

Receiving a magnificent make over as well as complete overhaul on all fronts, the former Gweek Inn has had some VIP treatment to transform it into one of the top destination pubs in Cornwall.

Reverting to its former name, the Black Swan, new landlords Andrew and Beverley Hay are keen to infuse some fresh life and energy into the village pub and raise quality standards to match their other award-winning popular pub – the White Hart in Ludgvan.

With an array of exciting plans in place to help the business grow, the enterprising couple have instigated a quiz and 2-for-1 fish and chips on a Wednesday night, which has already proved a great success - this will start again in September – booking required.

In addition, they are busy orchestrating an Ale, Cider and Mussel festival for the Autumn, which will be followed by various themed food nights throughout the winter, to ensure there is always a great reason to return.

Currently under refurbishment, the Black Swan accommodation will provide a great pub to stay for a short break with its stunning scenery as it sits on the edge of the Helford River next to the Seal Sanctuary. The work includes 4 new en-suite letting rooms and a self-contained let in the barn, which will provide ambient, contemporary accommodation this, will all be ready from the end of July.

Beverley and Andrew are aiming to create an inviting, traditional pub that houses great real ales and serves local food cooked to a supremely high standard. Boasting a courtyard area, beer garden and large car park, guests can eat in the bar area or separate dining area – which can also be hired for private functions.

Renowned for their own successful drinks brand, Gireau – Beverley and Andrew have supplied the US markets as well as sponsoring a string of parties for the fashion elite and VIP’s at the recent Edinburgh Fringe, and more recently sponsoring the student surf tour, and Ludgvan cricket club who play in division one and five in Cornwall’s cricket leagues. As well as a premium vodka, gin and Scotch whisky, cognacs, and a superb herbal liquor called’ Loaded Plus’ the range also includes Pirate’s Potion – an original local-brewed Cornish scrumpy, and two real ales named after their rather infamous resident dog, Hamish, and Hamish Gold, so you will definitely find something different and unique to try!

Dedicated to customer service, they have recently scooped the coveted Cask Marque Quality Service Award at the White Hart, and will be applying the same commitment to renovating and running the Black Swan.

Beverley says: “We are thrilled to be involved in this exciting new project to re-forge a sense of community while providing a quality, destination pub that offers fantastic facilities, food and drink at a wonderful location in Cornwall.”

Contact:              

Beverley & Andrew Hay

The Black Swan, Gweek, Helston, Cornwall, TR12 6TU

Tel: 01326 221502 

Email:                  info@blackswangweek.co.uk  

Website:              www.blackswangweek.co.uk

Star Inn, Vogue

Music and more at the busy 'Bash Out' festival

 

THE STAR Inn at Vogue, near St Day is gearing up for a major charity event this weekend.

Saturday sees The Bash Out The Back festival of live music, real ales and more.
Ten bands, including Gadjo Guitares, the Criminal Suspects, Section 8 and Strange Brew, will perform on two stages.

Outside, there will be a samba band, stalls, a play bus, children's rides, a wild west show, search and rescue display, a magician, vintage cars, motor bikes and steam engines.

There will also be, a dog show and strongest man competition, a buskers' corner, with the money going to charity, and more than 20 real ales and ciders available.

All performers are donating their services, the ales are donated by breweries, the marquee is supplied free and everyone working there on the day is volunteering their time.

Entry is £2 per adult, with free entry for children.
Proceeds will go to cancer charities. For further information contact The Star Inn 01209 820242.

Football Fever

LOCAL PUBS SET TO CELEBRATE EURO 2012

Sports fans should get set for a superb schedule of entertainment and coverage as Euro 2012 hits pubs across the county for a fantastic football fix. Transmitting the action live as it happens, they will be running a series of adopt a team, sweepstakes and food offers while England plays.

With Euro 2012 kicking off on the 8^th June, Ireland’s first match is Sunday 10^th at 7.45pm while England begins its bid for glory on Monday 11^th at 5pm.

The Bell Inn, Helston Garden

The Bell Inn in Helston will be one of the best places to watch the games as with it’s recently installed new 50in TVs you’ll feel as though you’re practically on the pitch itself. Boasting a brilliant garden with a large screen, outside bar and covered area with another screen means that you can enjoy the season and sports in spectacular, comfy surrounds.

Serving a premium range of European beers, Falmouth’s Prince of Wales pub starts celebrating in earnest on Sunday 10^th with Irish music in the afternoon and a special Irish stew before the match.

Peterville Inn, St Agnes

Offering not-to-be-missed deals on food and beer, St Agnes’ locals – the Railway Inn and Peterville Inn will both be showing all of the matches throughout June. In addition, the Railway Inn will also be hosting a charity football quiz on the 13^th June.

Serving free food at half time on all England matches - the Trelowarren in Budock Water will theme the menu to the team England are playing for a novel and flavoursome twist.

Ashton’s Lion and Lamb will be holding a competition to find the best football fan in addition to a raffle, sweepstakes and fabulous half time food offers. They will also be holding a special ‘WAG’-themed party on the 8^th June where guests are invited to don as much ‘bling’ and dress as glitzy as possible!

Rising Sun, Truro

The Rising Sun in Truro will be showing all of the matches with food offers and a football quiz while the Cornishman in Crantock is a superbly scenic spot to catch up on all the sports news and watch a game over dinner after a lazy day on the beach.

Traditional Irish bar, Finn McCouls in Falmouth is pulling out all the stops to pay festive homage to its team by serving the best Guinness on town alongside live big screen coverage.

Watch the games outside and under cover at Scorrier’s Plume of Feathers’ or enjoy some community spirit at the Rock Inn, Roche, St Austell- who will be supporting England every step of the way with their very own football team at the pub.

Also screening all England games will be the White Hart in St Keverne, while the Three Tuns across the square in the village will be a football free zone!

For anyone wishing to escape Euro 2012, an array of Football Free Zones have been arranged throughout the county that also offer some of the best food available – perfect to forget about the game and enjoy dinner in super relaxing surrounds.  These include the Bolingey Inn in Bolingey,

The White Hart in Ludgvan, the Turks Head in Penzance, the Queens Arms in Breage and Miners Arms in Mithian.

To find out more about any of our pubs go to our website www.pubtrail.co.uk