What does being Cornish mean to you?
An attempted to tackle the issue of Cornish identity. Written by Nigel Pengelly after consulting various academics and Cornish figures.
What does being Cornish mean to you ?
To any person who is Cornish, it is something that is celebrated all over the world. But when the question: “What does it mean to be Cornish ?” is posed, what does the reply entail ?
It is a question that could be asked to anyone with allegiance to a nation, culture or way of life, but not one that most people have sat back and thought about. How many English people have sat back and asked themselves the same question?
The question of Cornishness has tempted academics and the media over the centuries in a way that someone might try to define the properties of a newly discovered natural element. Some say the very fact we have an adjective such as Cornish is enough to prove that the Cornish exist. But what does it mean to be Cornish ? What makes a person define themselves as Cornish ? Read more »
Summer solstice 2010 Fistral beach
Sun setting on the solstice, a glorious evening at Fistral beach, check out the slide show here
Murdoch Day Redruth
Murdoch Day Saturday June 19th Redruth. Look out for the Cornish Heritage stall they have lots of special offers on the day. Programme of events here
