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Tales of Camborne Town

Tales of Camborne Town

By BID Camborne

Camborne is a lively town, with a proud heritage of discovery, skill and good, honest hard work!

Join us as we discover more about the town, the local businesses, it's heritage and the local community.
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Getting Crafty with Lushhstuff

Tales of Camborne TownAug 16, 2019

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A Very Cam and Bronne Cornish Christmas

A Very Cam and Bronne Cornish Christmas

Cam and Bronne, Camborne's very own elves try to help the residents in Camborne enjoy a proper, Cornish Christmas.



Nov 14, 202305:52
Cam and Bronne meet the Cyclesaurses

Cam and Bronne meet the Cyclesaurses

Cam and Bronne, Camborne's very own Christmas elves try to help save Christmas Day with Joe, Nora, Thora and Romley the Cyclesaurses. Listen to our festive Tales of Camborne Town to see if they succeed. 

Dec 22, 202210:26
Joe the Cyclesaurus

Joe the Cyclesaurus

Our last podcast tells the story of Joe.  He's had many adventures and he loves spending time with the other cyclesauruses - Thora, Nora and Romley. 

Don't forget to let us know if you enjoyed listening to the Tales of Camborne Town. 

May 06, 202206:41
Romley the Cyclesaurus

Romley the Cyclesaurus

Learn more about Romley the Cycylesaurus by listening to the Tales of Camborne Town - a podcast series for Camborne.  
And if you enjoyed this episode, explore the podcasts in the series. There's something for everyone. 

May 06, 202205:30
Nora the Cyclesaurus

Nora the Cyclesaurus

Camborne is famous for many things including Richard Trevithick and at one time being the capital of Cornish mining. But something new has come to town.  Have you heard of a Cyclesaurus?  Camborne has four Cyclesauruses - Thora, Nora, Romley and Joe and they sit proudly outside Tesco in Camborne looking after the community. Enjoy this lovely story which tells the tale of Nora.

Apr 21, 202205:43
Thora the Cyclesaurus

Thora the Cyclesaurus

Camborne is famous for many things including Richard Trevithick and at one time being the capital of Cornish mining. But something new has come to town.  Have you heard of a Cyclesaurus?  Camborne has four Cyclesauruses - Thora, Nora, Romley and Joe and they sit proudly outside Tesco in Camborne looking after the community. Enjoy this lovely story which tells the tale of Thora, the lead Cyclesaurus. 

Apr 21, 202205:00
Sterling Services with Trophyman

Sterling Services with Trophyman

Join us with our first Sterling Services installment as we talk to Trophyman in Cross Street. We will be talking to other businesses in town over the next few months about the range of services they offer and why they chose to do business in Camborne. 

Nov 23, 202107:46
Explaining BID's Series - The Future for Camborne

Explaining BID's Series - The Future for Camborne

In the last of our explaining BID's series we look at the furure for Camborne. To find out more about BID Camborne and it's projects visit www.cambornetown.com/bid-camborne

Nov 09, 202105:21
Explaining BID's Series - How BID Camborne supports local businesses.

Explaining BID's Series - How BID Camborne supports local businesses.

In our third episode of our explaining BID's series, we look at how BID Camborne supports local businesses. 

Nov 09, 202104:01
 Explaining BIDs series - What is BID Camborne?

Explaining BIDs series - What is BID Camborne?

Next in our explaining BID's series we talk more about BID Camborne.

Nov 09, 202103:57
Explaining BID's Series - What is a BID?

Explaining BID's Series - What is a BID?

You might have seen the words BID Camborne on various social media posts, press releases and via the internet but have you wondered what BID stands for? Listen to the first podcast from our 'Explaining BIDs' series to find out more.

Nov 09, 202104:22
Cam and Bronne Receive a Letter from Father Christmas

Cam and Bronne Receive a Letter from Father Christmas

Cam and Bronne, Camborne's very own Christmas elves receive a letter from Father Christmas. 

Nov 02, 202104:31
Cam and Bronne Get Excited for Christmas

Cam and Bronne Get Excited for Christmas

Listen to the latest Cam and Bronne tales as the festive season gets closer. 

Oct 27, 202104:02
Tykes on Trikes with Max Doble

Tykes on Trikes with Max Doble

We chat to Max Doble, owner at Doble Jewellers in Camborne about the Tykes on Trikes children's bike race.  Join us to find out more on how the idea for the race came about and why it's important for the local children to be part of something like this. 

Oct 21, 202104:24
Charity Begins at Home - Childrens Hospice South West

Charity Begins at Home - Childrens Hospice South West

We are running a series of podcasts which looks at the valuable role charity shops have in our town and community and we recently caught up with Michelle from Children's Hospice South West.

Oct 06, 202107:50
Charity Begins at Home - Cornwall Air Ambulance

Charity Begins at Home - Cornwall Air Ambulance

Join us as we talk to Ian, manager at the local Cornwall Air Ambulance shop in Camborne.  Find out more about what they do, how they raise money for the local Air Ambulance and how you can donate and volunteer.

Visit the Camborne Town website for details of where to shop, eat, things to do and local services www.cambornetown.com 

Sep 24, 202109:32
Charity Begins at Home - Scope

Charity Begins at Home - Scope

We are running a series of podcasts which looks at the valuable role charity shops have in our town. We recently caught up with some of the charities to find out more about what they do and why they like Camborne.

Sep 16, 202108:42
Cam and Bronne's Summer Tales
Jul 15, 202104:14
The Missing Mince Pie - Tales of Cam & Bronne

The Missing Mince Pie - Tales of Cam & Bronne

Richard Trevithick conquered Camborne Hill on the Puffing Devil but will Cam and Bronne ever find the missing mince pie?  Huge thanks to Kernow King for bringing this festive tale to life and if you want to find out what happens next, settle down and press play!

We hope you have enjoyed the Tales of Cam and Bronne, brought to you by BID Camborne to give everyone a little festive cheer. And if this is the first time you have listened to a Cam and Bronne tale, you'll find more stories below. 

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas. 

Dec 23, 202006:56
Christmas Lights - Tales of Cam and Bronne

Christmas Lights - Tales of Cam and Bronne

In the penultimate Cam and Bronne tales,  find out how they spread some festive cheer and help brighten Christmas for some local children. 

Dec 22, 202003:19
Tales of Cam and Bronne - The Concert

Tales of Cam and Bronne - The Concert

Listen to more festive tales from Cam and Bronne!!

Dec 18, 202002:42
Tales of Cam and Bronne - The Letter

Tales of Cam and Bronne - The Letter

In the second festive podcast, find out what Cam and Bronne get up to in the Cornish town of Camborne and how they help Father Christmas.

Are you #TeamCam or #TeamBronne? Let us know via the CamborneTown.com social media pages who is your favourite elf and why. And don't forget to follow us for more festive tales from Cam and Bronne. 

Dec 11, 202008:15
Cam and Bronne, the Naughty Elves

Cam and Bronne, the Naughty Elves

Father Christmas is a busy man and none more so than in December.  But he has lots of help from his elves who all make sure that things go like clockwork at the North Pole.  Toys are made, lists are ticked, presents are wrapped and everyone helps to make sure that Father Christmas is ready for the big day. But as you will find out, things aren't always easy for Father Christmas when two mischievous elves called Cam and Bronne are around. 

We will be sharing more tales from Cam and Bronne  on here in the run up to Christmas and don't forget let us know if you are #TeamCam or #Team Bronne via our Facebook page @CamborneTown.com and Instagram account @cambornetown.

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas. 

Dec 04, 202008:41
One in a Million Song

One in a Million Song

Listen to this catchy song by the Poetry Postie, One in a Million!!

Sep 10, 202004:39
The Future of Camborne Town
Aug 25, 202009:33
Trelawny 2.0

Trelawny 2.0

Listen to the fantastic Ingleheart Singers, a local choir in Camborne who are singing some new lyrics to Cornwall's well known anthem, Trelawny. 

Launched on 24th July, the song highlights the community spirit in the town and the need to keep Camborne clear of COVID by following guidelines and looking out for each other. 

Aug 06, 202002:47
Trevithick Day Tales with Trevor Dalley

Trevithick Day Tales with Trevor Dalley

Listen as Trevor Dalley, founder of Trevithick Day shares whats it like on the day and what happened when Trevithick Day celebrated it's 10th anniversary.

Unfortunately, we wont be able to honour Richard Trevithick, Cornwall's most famous son with the annual Trevithick Day celebrations in town this year. But we will be celebrating him via social media sharing photos, videos and stories - join in by visiting the Trevithick Day and Camborne Town pages on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. 


Apr 20, 202004:20
Pet Boutique & Photography in Camborne

Pet Boutique & Photography in Camborne

This week we talk to Peggy from Colclough & Canine who have opened their new pet boutique in Camborne. 

Mar 13, 202010:19
Trelawny Shout 2020

Trelawny Shout 2020

Join us as we talk to Becca, one of the founders of Trelawny Shout - Trelawny Shout is a celebration of Kernow via song in pubs and places across Cornwall and celebrated on St Piran's Day (5th March). 

Feb 28, 202013:22
Championing our High Street

Championing our High Street

It's the first podcast of 2020 and we talk to George Eustice, MP for Camborne, Redruth and Hayle about the high street fund and the future of  Camborne town.

Feb 07, 202008:44
Reflecting on 2019

Reflecting on 2019

Listen to Sharron Lipscombe-Manley, BID Camborne Chair talk about why she chose Camborne to start her business and the successes of 2019 for BID Camborne. 

Dec 20, 201906:12
Camborne's Town Clock

Camborne's Town Clock

Listen as we chat to the Mayor of Camborne talk about the recent town clock refurbishment to get it back in working order.

Nov 28, 201903:54
Festive Afternoon with Camborne Dental Practice

Festive Afternoon with Camborne Dental Practice

Join us as we talk to Judy at Camborne Dental Practice about their festive afternoon on 29th November, the services they offer and why they love being part of the Camborne community. 

Nov 22, 201910:32
Heartwarming music from the Churches Together Choir

Heartwarming music from the Churches Together Choir

This week our podcast has been sprinkled with some festive cheer.  We joined  the Churches Together Choir whilst they rehearsed for the Camborne Lights Switch-On.  More details regarding the Switch-On and other Christmas festivities can be found in our new Christmas in Camborne guide (available from businesses in town) and via the www.cambornetown.com website.

Nov 08, 201911:07
Camborne RFC, 141 years strong!

Camborne RFC, 141 years strong!

Anna Pascoe, BID Camborne Manager talks to Bill Hussey, President of Camborne RFC.  Founded in 1878, Camborne RFC is one of Cornwall's most established rugby clubs!

Oct 03, 201917:40
Blooming Marvellous!

Blooming Marvellous!

Anna Pascoe, BID Camborne Manager chats to Helen and Tracy from Stems Florist in Camborne. 

Sep 26, 201911:32
200 people, 25 years and 1 Fairtrade Camborne

200 people, 25 years and 1 Fairtrade Camborne

Anna Pascoe, BID Camborne Manager talks to Brian Terry about Fairtrade in Camborne.

Sep 13, 201913:14
Building Your Brand On The High Street

Building Your Brand On The High Street

Join Anna Pascoe as she talks to Shaun Dalley at Sands Cornwall about their family business, how it has grown, the impact of brexit and how social media works for them.

Aug 30, 201915:30
Getting Crafty with Lushhstuff

Getting Crafty with Lushhstuff

Anna Pascoe, BID Camborne Manager speaks to Rebecca at Lushhstuff Community Craft shop about why she chose Camborne to start her business and how crafting can be a fantastic form of therapy. 

Aug 16, 201912:44
Celebrating local businesses with Beaver Blinds

Celebrating local businesses with Beaver Blinds

Anna Pascoe, BID Camborne Manager talks to Craig Hall at Beaver Blinds about his family business and why they chose Camborne. 

Aug 02, 201911:01
Cornish Chat with Joe Lewis

Cornish Chat with Joe Lewis

Anna Pascoe talks to Joe Lewis from Go Cornish about their Cornish Language taster sessions, family trail and Cornish hedges... Splann!

Jul 19, 201927:57
More than just a library?

More than just a library?

Listen to Anna, BID Camborne Manager as she talks to Lotti from Camborne Library.

Jul 18, 201912:16