Tag Archives: Myths and Legends

Cornish Murders: Nevell Norway, 8 February 1840

The true story of the 1840 murder of Nevell Norway, a Cornishman is a famous Cornish murder. Nevell Norway was the great grandfather of author Neville Shute (1899-1960). Although the murder itself was unremarkable in itself, it had great media … Continue reading

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The Hermit of Perranporth

The tale of the Hermit of Perranporth is a story I first heard decades ago.  He lived in a small cave on the beach and it’s still there today.  They call these Hermit Cells and they can be found dotted … Continue reading

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