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Rosie Barron-Cripps
- Jun 20
The Beast of Bodmin Carnival - A celebration of all things dark
The Beast of Bodmin Carnival is set to wow the crowds this August...
Rosie Barron-Cripps
- May 29
D-Day: When the Americans came to Bodmin
Looking back at the US Army's time in Bodmin, leading up to D-Day...
Rosie Cripps
- Mar 4
Delving into the life and work of St Piran
As the annual St Piran’s Day celebrations get ready to roll out once again this year, we take a look at the man in question, and how we...
Guest Author
- Feb 5
Art and history for all at Bodmin Keep
Bodmin Keep: Cornwall’s Army Museum has something for everyone this February half-term. Living history displays, arts and craft...
Guest Author
- Jan 2
Bodmin Keep proud to be part of worldwide 'History Rocks' project
Swedish heavy metal band, Sabaton, recently concluded their 'History Rocks' museum charity project, following the premiere of animated...
Guest Author
- Jan 2
A New Year's Day tradition: Sanding the Step
By Caroline Palmer In Cornwall, the moment between 11.59pm on New Year’s Eve and midnight on New Year’s Day is known as ‘St Tibb’s Eve’,...
Rosie Cripps
- Dec 11, 2023
A look at Christmas in Bodmin over the years
With old pubs ringing out sea shanties, dark and drizzly evenings made for cosying up by the fire, and the scent of mulled wine and mince...
Rosie Cripps
- Nov 28, 2023
Santa Claus is coming to Bodmin Railway!
If you’re looking for a day out with a difference this festive season, Bodmin Railway may just be your ticket! With their ‘Santa...
Guest Author
- Oct 19, 2023
Bodmin Keep commemorates D-Day landings with re-dedication of memorial
Bodmin Keep hosted a service of remembrance on Thursday, 12th October for the 3,720 soldiers of the US 29th Infantry Division killed in...
Rosie Cripps
- Sep 4, 2023
Cornwall's Army Museum: A remarkable historical experience for all ages
With over 20,000 artefacts in its collection, Bodmin Keep is one of the best historical attractions in north Cornwall, with a particular...
Rosie Cripps
- Sep 4, 2023
Local farmer's journals uncovered from skip
A look into Bodmin and Lanivet’s rural and social history has been uncovered thanks to a series of detailed journals kept by a farmer in...
Guest Author
- Mar 6, 2023
100 Years, 100 Stories: Bodmin Jail's new exhibition marks 100 years since the last prisoner left
Bodmin Jail opens its brand new ‘100 Years, 100 Stories’ exhibition which marks the start of a year of celebrations to commemorate 100...
Guest Author
- Dec 8, 2022
At Bodmin Keep this Christmas
Wow! There is lots to do and get involved with at Bodmin Keep this December 2022! Christmas Activities Join Bodmin Keep this December and...
Rosie Cripps
- Dec 1, 2022
Charles Dickens' trip to Cornwall: Inspiring the most famous Christmas story...
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is arguably the most famous and much-loved Christmas story, with countless film adaptations and its...
Mimi Attenburrow
- Oct 24, 2022
Where postmen and women meet post-living men and women!
Spirits are sending messages from beyond the grave at the Royal Mail delivery office in Bodmin. In the ‘Bodmin Town Conservation Area...
Rosie Cripps
- Oct 20, 2022
Uncovering the lives of Bodmin’s witches and the dangers for anyone who dared to be different
As the spookiest time of year approaches, what do you think of when you hear ‘Halloween’ or ‘All Hallow’s Eve’? Black cats, ghosts,...
Barbara Brittain
- Sep 13, 2022
St Petroc's Church marks period of mourning for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
A special service took place at the church on Sunday morning, for the period of mourning upon the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth...
Rosie Cripps
- Sep 1, 2022
Routes & Roots - Mapping the people and places of Bodmin, past and present 
Have you ever stopped and taken a good look at what’s around you in Bodmin? A project in the town is looking to explore Bodmin’s stories...
Barbara Brittain
- Aug 16, 2022
All present and correct at Bodmin Keep
An exhibition inspired by textiles and tailors opened at Cornwall’s Army Museum, Bodmin, in late July. The story of military uniform from...
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