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A WEEKEND OF CORNISH NATURAL BEAUTY |
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A WEEKEND OF CORNISH NATURAL BEAUTY
- MAGNOLIAS, VINES AND WINES
Garden lovers and wine lovers are in for a weekend treat next weekend(May 25-27) starting with a twilight tour around one of Cornwall’s most spectacular spring gardens – the Caerhays Estate, near Gorran Haven - on Friday; followed by a chance to enjoy award ward winning Cornish wines at Bosue Vineyard in neighbouring St. Ewe on Sunday.
Both events are in support of the charity, the Merlin MS Centre, which provides therapies, support and information for people in Cornwall living with Multiple Sclerosis
From 5.30pm on Friday, head gardener and estate manager Jaimie Parsons will be sharing his expertise by hosting an exclusive evening tour of the stunning natural beauty of Caerhays, which has an international reputation for its camellias and rhododendrons and is home to a national magnolia collection.Within the grounds is a castle itself, which was designed by John Nash around 200 years ago and both the building and its occupants have played significant roles in the history of Cornwall. Caerhays is a renowned shooting estate and is often used for filming, as a photographic location and for corporate hospitality. Refreshments will be available following the tour in the courtyard tearooms of the castle.
On Sunday from 1pm until 7pm, visitors will be able to enjoy the hidden treasure of Bosue Vineyard which produces award winning white, rose and sparkling Cornish wines from more than 4,000 vines and is set amongst stunning rolling countryside at St. Ewe, near St. Austell.
The afternoon will include tours of the Vineyard by wine maker Paul Sibley, Cornish cream teas, musical entertainment, a summer raffle, as well as plenty of opportunity to sample the various wines.
Tickets for both events are available from the Merlin MS Centre by calling 01726 885530. The Caerhayes Estate Tour is £8.50 and the Bosue Vineyard Open Day is £4.00 |
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Merlin MS Centre to host two events offering advice on disability benefits |
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The Merlin MS Centre at Hewas Water will play host to the MS Society’s Benefits Road Show on Monday 30th April between 6.30-9.00pm.
The road show, which will mark the start of MS Week (30th April- 6th May), will focus specifically on how changes in disability benefits could affect people living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and what the MS Society is doing to address these concerns.
Andrew Kemp, MS Society Service Development Officer for the South West said: “At a national level we lead a review of the assessment for Employment Support Allowance (ESA), suggesting how it could be improved for people with fluctuating conditions like MS. At a local level this event will provide an opportunity for people to learn more about the changes and what they could mean for them.”
On Saturday 5th May, Liberal Democrat MP for Mid Cornwall, Stephen Gilbert, will be holding a public meeting and open surgery between 1pm and 3pm at the Merlin MS Centre. Stephen will be on hand to answer any specific problems or concerns people may have. This is open to everyone and not just those in the Mid Cornwall constituency.
Merlin MS Centre based at Hewas Water between St Austell and Truro is the only centre of its kind in Cornwall to offer a range of expert care, support and therapies to improve the lives of those living with MS and other neurological conditions, their families and their carers. The centre is not financially supported by the government and relies on fundraising, grant applications and legacy giving.
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Welcome to Merlin MS Centre |
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A place to be, a place to see, a place to be me.
Bringing quality to life...
Providing a Centre of excellence for the delivery of treatments, support and fellowship. We offer a range of therapies in a friendly welcoming environment, aiding system management, promoting and enabling independence to improve well being and quality of life. We work closely with the NHS and other Healthcare professionals. |
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