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Seven-metre-wide artwork of Mars coming to Truro Cathedral
A seven-metre-wide artwork of Mars is coming to Truro Cathedral. The piece, created by Luke Jerram, will be on display from October 13 to November 2, 2025. The artwork, which is part of a UK-wide tour, follows on from his other astronomical pieces, Museum of the Moon and Gaia. It features 120 dpi NASA imagery of the surface of the planet, with each centimetre representing 10 kilometres of the planet, and is accompanied by a sound composition by Dan Jones. Mars by Luke Jerram. (Image: Ella Foster/ Exeter Cathedral) Sean O'Neill, chief operating officer, said: "From the moment we had Gaia here, I hoped that we would be able to host Mars next. "The red/orange hues of Mars will bring the soft Bath stone of the cathedral to life, especially during Mars by Night sessions." Entry to Truro Cathedral will remain free throughout the installation during the day, with donations encouraged to enable the cathedral to continue to bring events such as Mars to the community of Cornwall. The cathedral previously hosted Luke Jerram's Gaia artwork. (Image: James Kitto) There will also be a range of ticketed events and activities accompanying the installation for people to enjoy, including the opportunity to ascend into the roof space and view Mars from an aerial perspective. Reverend Simon Robinson, dean of Truro Cathedral, said: "It is very good to welcome Luke Jerram's great artwork Mars: War and Peace, particularly as we approach the season of Remembrance. "This vast artwork provokes us to reflect on conflict, conflict perhaps in our communities and conflict on a worldwide scale. "I am proud that Cornwall's great cathedral, a place of sacred space and common ground for us all is hosting this evocative work." Artist Luke Jerram said: 'I am delighted to be invited to bring my artwork back to Truro Cathedral. " He added that he hopes that "visitors will feel transported to the inhospitable desert wasteland of Mars".
Yahoo
17-05-2025
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New Bishop of Truro installed in cathedral service
The Church of England's new leader in Cornwall has officially taken up his post at a church service on Saturday. Bishop David Williams was installed during the service at Truro Cathedral, which saw him having to knock on the front doors from outside to be admitted into the building as part of the ceremony. He has taken over from Hugh Nelson, who served as the Bishop of St Germans and Acting Diocesan Bishop after the departure of Philip Mounstephen in 2023. Prior to his installation, which sees him now leading about 300 churches, he said wanted to use his first 100 days "to get everywhere, to be known and know each community and to "listen deeply" to the people of the "extraordinary county". Prior to his installation as head of the Diocese of Truro, which now sees him leading about 300 churches, he said his plans for the first 100 days was "to get everywhere, to be known and know each community and to "listen deeply" to the people of the "extraordinary county". Speaking to the BBC, he said: "It seems to me a community of joy and a can-do attitude. I'm really warming to that. "I'm amazed at how many people are prepared to be committed to the flourishing of a local church." More news stories for Cornwall Listen to the latest news for Cornwall Follow BBC Cornwall on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@ New Bishop of Truro announced Truro Cathedral Diocese of Truro
BBC News
17-05-2025
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Cathedral service to install new Bishop of Truro
The Church of England's new leader in Cornwall will officially take up his post at a church service on David Williams will be installed during the service at Truro Cathedral at 11:00 former Bishop of Basingstoke revealed the news of his appointment on an online service in December for more than 3,000 people, streamed from St Meriadoc School in takes over from Hugh Nelson, who served as the Bishop of St Germans and Acting Diocesan Bishop after the departure of Philip Mounstephen in 2023. 'Extraordinary county' He said: "My priority for the next 100 days is to get everywhere, to be known and know each community - to listen deeply."It's a huge change. I was in Hampshire for 24 years, but, I have to say, ever since the interview, I've been overwhelmed by the kindness, welcome and quality of people I've met in Cornwall."It's an extraordinary county and I'm really looking forward to being part of it."I hope that it is a kind journey and we bring the best out of each other."
BBC News
13-05-2025
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Truro Cathedral bans former deputy mayor over safeguarding issues
The former deputy mayor of Truro has been banned from the city's cathedral due to safeguarding concerns, the Diocese of Truro has a "safeguarding briefing" to cathedral staff and volunteers, the diocese said independent Truro City Council member Sam Rabey was no longer "permitted to attend the cathedral in any official capacity or to worship".The note, shared by a concerned member of the public, said the only exception to access was polling day on 1 May during the recent local elections and the subsequent count the following approached, Mr Rabey, who represents the Moresek and Trehaverne ward, said it was not "appropriate for anyone to make comment at this time". 'Safety plan' According to the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS), the Anglican diocese stated: "Following information received from statutory agencies, Sam Rabey and the town council have been informed that he is not permitted to attend the cathedral or its grounds."Mr Rabey has been informed that should he wish to attend the cathedral or St Mary's for the purpose of worship, a safety plan will need to be agreed and implemented prior to him attending."The note said if Mr Rabey did attend the cathedral, he should be asked to leave immediately by a responsible person or a member of the clergy, the LDRS an official statement, the Diocese of Truro said its decision-making process was done "in consultation with statutory agencies." 'Act accordingly' The briefing came on the same as the council meeting to elect the next mayor of Truro. Truro City Council confirmed its members elected Chris Wells as the new mayor of Truro and Loic Rich as deputy mayor on Monday to the vote, David Rodda, Truro City Council's clerk, said it was "aware of the cathedral's position".He said: "They've taken a position based on information they have and we'll have to act accordingly."Our safeguarding policy's in place, which states that the mayor, deputy mayor and senior officers will be DBS [Disclosure and Barring Service] checked. "We take safeguarding seriously and will act in accordance with our policy."
Yahoo
08-05-2025
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Devon and Cornwall mark 80th anniversary of VE Day
People in Devon and Cornwall have been marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two in Europe. On 8 May 1945 at exactly 15:00 BST, Sir Winston Churchill took to the radio waves to announce Nazi Germany's surrender. The date is known as VE Day, or Victory in Europe Day, and this year marks 80 years since the announcement. A number of events have been held across the counties including two minutes of silence, parades, marches and wreath-laying. Concerts, beacon lighting and bell ringing are set to take place later. In Plymouth a flag was raised at the Belvedere and a gun salute fired from the Citadel on Tuesday morning, followed by a parade on Plymouth Hoe. Bombadier Adam Hurford, who was part of the gun salute, said it was "a privilege" to be involved. Brixham also held a parade to the town's war memorial where a wreath-laying ceremony was held, followed by a march to Fore Street. In Truro, town crier Lionel Knight began proceedings on the steps of Truro Cathedral. This was followed by a wreath-laying service at the war memorial on Boscawen Street. St Ives also held a wreath-laying ceremony attended by the St Ives Royal British Legion. Live music was taking place on Plymouth Hoe before an evening concert at 17:30. In Okehampton, vintage music was being performed throughout the day from artists Terrie-May Nightingale and Jive Junction. There was also live performances from local musicians and choirs at Pendennis Castle in Falmouth. Alison Dawe, local volunteer for English Heritage, said there had been "lots of interest" in tours at the castle throughout the day. "People were really surprised about what was going on down here [and the part Cornwall played in the war], but it's important to share our history," she said. A chorus of bells will toll from cathedrals and churches across the country at 18:30, followed by beacon lighting events in a nationwide event at 21:30. There is set to be bell ringing at Truro Cathedral, as well as other churches in the area, and at 21:30 the beacon will be lit at Truro Cathedral. In St Austell, St Paul's Church in Charlestown and St Levan's in Higher Porthpean will ring a peal of bells to mark the occasion. In Falmouth, a beacon will be lit at Pendennis Castle. Follow BBC Cornwall on X, Facebook and Instagram. Follow BBC Devon on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@ VE Day moments so far - and what's still to come The moment Churchill announced the end of WW2 Residents reflect on VE Day singing and dancing WW2 evacuees talk of experiences ahead of VE Day Oldest servicewoman, 107, on 'sheer joy' of VE Day St Ives Royal British Legion Truro Cathedral
