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John Purdey

I am very sad to break news of the death of John Purdey who passed away at Treliske Hospital during the night of Wednesday 5th July. He was Tower Captain at Tywardreath and Vice Captain at St Stephen in Brannel for a number of years. We will miss his wonderful Call...

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President’s Blog – June 2023

This month saw the passing of Jim Hoskin who was a stalwart of ringing at Tuckingmill, and I send my condolences to his family. I visited Maker ringers at their Tuesday practice and received a warm welcome. One of their ringers is an “Instagrammer” and I have now...

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Jim Hoskin’s funeral arrangements

The funeral of Jim Hoskin, ​formerly Tower Captain at All Saints Tuckingmill, will take place at All Saints Tuckingmill on Thursday 6th July at 11:00 am. Ringing is planned before and after the service. All welcomed. Ian Self

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Jim Hoskin

I have been asked to pass on the sad news that Jim Hoskin from Tuckingmill died yesterday morning.  Our condolences to Anita at this sad time. I will update the blog on the website when we have news of the arrangements.

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President’s Blog – Mid May 2023

Saturday 20th May was a historical day down at Helston. Bob and his team did an excellent job hosting the event and I was rather pleased there was greater attendance than in previous years. I would like to wish Bob all the best with his recovery after his shoulder...

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President’s Blog –  April 2023.

I am delighted that our local ringing magazine, The Westerner, is celebrating it's 100th edition, and I send a big thank you to all those that have helped over the years with its publication. Another big achievement was the resident all ladies band that completed a...

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President’s Blog – Feb 23

Spring is a good time of year to be looking forward, and bell ringing is no exception. Our Spring Festivals are upon us followed by our Guild AGM, quickly followed on 6th May with the Coronation of King Charles III. By then it'll be time to organise the Summer outing....

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Michael Smaldon

Phillack ringers are sad to record the passing of their Tower Captain, Michael Smaldon, aged 93, on November 27, after a long illness.  Michael last came to the Tower in March, and his health has slowly declined since. Michael had been ringing Phillack bells for 76...

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Sad news about Mark Lovell

It is with great sorrow that I have to tell you that Mark Lovell, former tower captain of Liskeard, died this morning. He was lovely man who worked hard for his tower, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Sue...

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President’s Blog September 22

As I’m sure you’re all now well aware the 125th anniversary of the formation of the Truro Guild is fast approaching on Sat. 8th October. This is a fantastic occasion, not only for us to celebrate, but also an opportunity to help with recruitment. If bell ringing is to...

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