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Showcasing Newquay Designers on Etsy

Posted on 20, March 2016 by newquayt

Last year I ran a mini series to showcase five Newquay designers who use the Etsy marketplace to sell their goods across the world.   Etsy is probably the largest international marketplace enabling designers and creators to promote their handmade goods easily … Continue reading →

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New Waitrose Opening in Truro on 16 June

Posted on 15, March 2016 by newquayt

Time’s getting closer to the new Waitrose opening in Truro. The “will they, won’t they” and the waiting, for many, has gone on for years. Until now there has only been one Waitrose in Cornwall, at Saltash, so inaccessible for … Continue reading →

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Newquay Events in April 2016

Posted on 15, March 2016 by newquayt

As the season starts to emerge from winter, April’s traditionally the first month when events start to be hosted. The official start date of the tourist season is Easter, which is in March – this tends to be a time … Continue reading →

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World Pasty Championships Results 2016

Posted on 7, March 2016 by newquayt

The world pasty championships results for 2016 showed some surprises! There are eight different categories in all and three winners per category, so plenty of lucky winners, from over 100 entries.  The competition was held on Saturday 5 March 2016.  … Continue reading →

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