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- 10/06/19English comedian Benny Hill was famous for his "saucy seaside postcard" type of humour, in an era before "politically correct" was a mainstream term. His career spanned more than five decades, during which time he was one of the best-loved...Read More
- 03/06/19
Ladybird, Ladybird!
Dating back to the 18th century, a famous poem about ladybirds was chanted by many of us when we were children. The nursery rhyme, "Ladybird, ladybird", is rather cruel if we think about its lyrics in a literal sense...Read More - 28/05/19
In a Big Country
Scottish rock band Big Country appeared on the music scene in the 1980s and enjoyed chart success throughout the decade and beyond. They are known for their unique blend of rock, folk and martial music - a genre of military...Read More - 24/05/19
Terry Wogan’s Floral Dance
Anyone who was around in the 1970s will surely remember The Floral Dance. The lively brass band song was made famous by the Irish radio and TV presenter, Terry Wogan. Despite the song having its historic origins in Cornwall, the...Read More - 07/05/19
Bill and Ben the Flower Pot Men
Bill and Ben the Flower Pot Men was one of the first television shows aimed specifically at children, way back in 1952. Despite being 67 years old, the cult puppet show is still fondly remembered today, with episodes on YouTube...Read More - 03/05/19
Surfers Against Sewage: Fistral Beach
Volunteers will be coming together on 12th May to take part in a beach clean-up organised by the Surfers Against Sewage organisation on Fistral Beach in Newquay. The environmental event is part of Cornwall's successful efforts to lead the way...Read More - 29/04/19
John Denver: Thank God I’m a Country Boy!
Singer/songwriter John Denver sold more than 33 million records, with his wholesome country boy image helping to make him one of the best-selling icons of the 1970s. As a prolific songwriter, he recorded around 300 songs and enjoyed a career...Read More