1 year ago
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cornishman ·
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Fishing boats
The first episode of a six part series on BB2 -“This Fishing Life” was focused on Mevagissey – one of the few remaining working fishing villages in Cornwall. Some of the programme which was filmed in 2018 during devastating storms nicknamed the Beast from the East, viewers were introduced to Jack West, 26, whose family had spent thousands on refitting a boat.
A synopsis for the hour-long show stated: “Whilst other fishing communities are feeling the pinch, Mevagissey on Cornwall’s south coast bucks the trend, with 74 working boats in the harbour. Protected from the prevailing winds, with fish stocks that are beginning to return, and with boats being handed down from father to son, Meva is blessed.
“Fishing is in the blood here – for more than 250 years the men of Meva have followed their fathers to sea, eager to honour the family traditions. Now the next generation of ambitious young skippers are ready to make a go of it.
“Jack West fished with his dad growing up, and the family have decided the time is right to invest in Jack. Having spent thousands on the Anne Louise, the pressure is on to get out to sea and start earning some money.
“The Galwady Mor is owned by one of Mevagissey’s most successful fishing families, the Blameys. 27-year-old Chris is the fourth generation to go to sea. This year he takes over the responsibility of skippering the Galwady from his father Peter. The passing down of a lifetime’s knowledge is priceless, but Chris knows he will face different challenges to his dad. Whilst fish stocks are returning to Meva, there is not the abundance there once was.
“Mevagissey is a village built on fish – pilchards in particular.
The Fishermen’s Mission. Skysail supports the Fishermen’s Mission. Skysail is keen to give something back to the Fishing Community. If anyone would like a painting commission I give all the proceeds (framing not included) to The Fishermen’s Mission. Please contact me for a quote. I prefer abstract, but will tackle watercolour, oils and mixed media, any size. I am happy to show you examples of my work. Please visit me on instagram. Laura Wood Art
Laura Wood Art
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1 year ago
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cornishman ·
Comments Off on Visit England Five Star Gold – Holiday Home Mevagissey Cornwall
Skysail Mevagissey, review letter from Visit England, we really couldn’t wish for better!!! and to get our Five Star Gold! again this year.
“Skysail presents to a high standard. The property continues to achieve the Five Star Self Catering quality rating and sits comfortably within the overall grading with the appropriate sectional consistency scores. Of particular note is the quality of housekeeping which once again achieves a score of 100%.
Skysail – Visit England 5 Star Gold Self Catering 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 2023 for Holiday Homes in Cornwall
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1 year ago
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cornishman ·
Comments Off on Mevagissey Feast Week – last week June/first week July – book now! A Cornish holiday to remember………
Mevagissey Feast Week – week booked but the last weekend of the Feast week is available with events on the Friday and grand finale fireworks on the Saturday! why not reserve your holiday now by calling 01684 290077 Mon-Fri 9-5.
mevagissey carnival week
The Friday and Saturday are always amazing with a firework display on the Saturday evening around the harbour:
What happens?
The week-long event on Mevagissey harbour features exhibitions, food demonstrations, live music and lots of fish dishes to eat. Along with choirs and bands, flora dances, children’s entertainment and competitions, plus colourful parades, boat and raft races, a fete and a huge firework display.
How can you take part?
From early afternoon every day there is a programme of events you can take part in. There’s crab catching on the harbour, a pavement artist competition and a children’s tea for the kids, you can watch fishing boat races on the water, dance along the street in the traditional flora dance, swing your partner at the ceilidh or simply find a seat and enjoy listening to the many choirs and bands that perform during the week. The festival ends with a colourful carnival parading through Mevagissey’s ancient streets and a spectacular firework display from the outer harbour. Most of the festival events are free of charge.
Please contact us if you wish to book call Laura on 07949 024647 or Mon-Fri 01684 290077 – book online here
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2 years ago
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cornishman ·
Comments Off on Visit Cornwall
https://www.visitcornwall.com/places/mevagissey
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Cornish Cream Tea – try Tea on the Quay, Mevagissey Harbour its fantastic!
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race of the fishermen
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Visit Cornwall – A quality mark
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feast week
Mevagissey has a lot to offer, not only an extensive choice of eateries from cafes to foody restaurants, serving local mevagissey and cornish fayre and fish favourites with fresh caught fish.
Mevagissey hosts lovely shops amidst the labyrinth of tiny roads and streets in Mevagissey with cobbled alleyways. Cornish treats on offer include fudge, antiques, boutiques, Fatface, shoes, Boots the chemist, handmade silver jewellery, art galleries and gift shops. Mevagissey offers mackerel and deep sea fishing trips, speedboat sightseeing rides, free museum, model railway and aquarium, the ferry to Fowey for a lovely day out or one of its other destinations. For a lovely beach there is Portmellon where you can get a snack at the Snack Shack or hire a paddleboard, or a short car ride or coastal walk to Gorran Haven for the most fabulous beach. (here you can hire a kayak)
Or you could just spend the day on the balcony…overlooking the sea, Mevagissey Harbour and Chapel Point enjoying the lovely seaview of the South Cornish coast.
visit Cornwall is a wealth of information for travelling around Cornwall, sightseeing around Mevagissey whats on and more to make your cornish holiday just perfect.
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Dining room with views
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180° Seaviews – magical!
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race of the fishermen
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looking towards Mevagissey Harbour
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fishing nets
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Stunning Views
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Quintessential Fishing Village
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Ferry trips to Fowey
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Chapel Point Beach
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Egyptian Cotton comfort
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Mevagissey Harbour
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Hello Birty!
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Cocktails again!
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Mevagissey fishing harbour
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Breakfast Bar
Book Skysail now!
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7 years ago
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cornishman ·
Comments Off on That extra special holiday..
Skysail offers the ultimate Cornish holiday retreat, fantastic views – not to be underestimated, comfort and a touch of luxury at Skysail, marble floors, sun and dining patios, large lawn area for lounging, BBQ’s or just to enjoy the space.
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Mevagissey offers everything on the doorstep but just the right distance to be away from the hustle and bustle of this quintessential fishing village. The Cornish special holiday destination of Mevagissey boasts a broad selection of well established and accomplished restaurants, bistros, bars and public houses offering Five Star cuisine, local fish restaurants with British, European and Asian food.
If you want a surprise for a Wedding Anniversary celebration, a Birthday Cake, Champagne on arrival – just ask and we can arrange all that for you!
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8 years ago
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cornishman ·
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Skysail Art..
As you will see at the house we love painting!
If you would like information on art courses nearby please ask, there are great courses at St Ives school of Painting and at the Newlyn School both not too far away. You will need to book early.
Also ask about open studios in Cornwall locally, we can help.
There are lots of Galleries to visit.
Dont forget that from the house you can get lovely vistas of the sea and coast from the house and can sit in the nearby park above the working Mevagissey harbour or sketch scenary, life and fishing boats around the quayside, I’m sure you wont run out of inspiration.
Just don’t forget your easel!
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8 years ago
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cornishman ·
Comments Off on Blazing June – the best place in the UK to be..Mevagissey Cornwall!!
Cocktails looking out to sea..
Mevagissey can be a fantastic sun haven in June. The village is just getting in full swing, the fishermen are getting some of the best seasons catches, and the little cafes, bistros and wonderful restaurants are totally refreshed!
Mevagissey Feast Week! June, 2017
You can see the fishing boat race from the front 180° view balcony, and what a birds eye view because you can’t see this from the harbour.
From the 25th of June to the 1st of July is Mevagissey Feast Week, The weeklong event features exhibitions, demonstrations, live music and lots of fish dishes to eat. Along with choirs and bands, flora dances, children’s entertainment and competitions, plus colourful parades, boat and raft races, a fete and culminating in a huge firework display on the last night. From early afternoon every day there is a programme of events you can take part in.
Ferry trips to Fowey
There’s crab catching on the harbour, a pavement artist competition and a children’s tea for the kids, you can watch fishing boat races on the water, dance along the street… endless fun, fish and music. Usually there is a charity fish auction with an amazing selection of Mevagissey caught fish!
Book here!
Stunning Sea Views
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11 years ago
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cornishman ·
Comments Off on Mevagissey Feast Week 2015
28th June – 4th July 2015
If you like fish you’ll love Feast Week. Feast Week is very special time for Mevagissey. It has celebrated the ‘Feast of St Peter’ since 1754. It has evolved into a wonderful community event, where everyone is welcomed to join us in the celebrations.
mevagissey carnival week 28th June – 4th July 2015
The feast week is predominantly a free-to-attend event with an amazing carnival atmosphere culminating with a fireworks display.
find out more at www.mevagisseyfeastweek.org.uk
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11 years ago
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cornishman ·
Comments Off on Golf Courses near Mevagissey
There are a range of golf clubs near Mevagissey. The links below offer all the info you need.
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