Let the weeding commence!
Come down and help weed the old quay this weekedn starting at 9am through to 2pm – tools and protective gear supplied – hot drinks and bacon sarnies too!
“Despite the Mizzly Weather, Old Harbour Volunteers Shine!”
“A hearty band of a dozen volunteers braved the mizzly weather on Saturday morning to kick off the first weed-in down the Old Harbour quay! Leading the charge was Matt Thompson from the Rosebud Memorial Gardens, joined by enthusiastic members of the Cornwall Maritime Trust and other dedicated locals.
Sunday saw a fresh crew descend upon the quay, enjoying a much more agreeable weather forecast. While the pressure washer proved a formidable opponent, generating a satisfying stream of mud, the spirits remained high.
Keep an eye out for announcements regarding the next volunteer session. In the meantime, we encourage you to get involved! Visit our contact page to learn more about how you can lend a hand in preserving this historic gem.”
Breathing New Life into Newlyn’s Old Harbour
Breathing New Life into Newlyn’s Old Harbour
The first stage of restoring Newlyn’s historic Old Harbour has been successfully completed, with years of overgrowth cleared from the slips. This essential step paves the way for the next phase of the project: repairing and renovating the stonework.
Before restoration work on the quay’s structure can begin, the quay surfaces must be cleared of weeds to ensure a solid foundation for repairs.
As we prepare to tackle these exciting challenges in the New Year, we’re calling for volunteers to join us in celebrating this milestone and contributing to the ongoing transformation of this cherished local landmark. Whether you’re a long-time resident or new to the area, your support can make a real difference. Together, let’s bring the Old Harbour back to life!
Worn through and corroded ironwork removed
Beginning the return of safe and sound moorings and quay ladders.
Over the years, wrought iron staples have been used to hold capping stones together
All the dangerously corroded metalwork has been cut away.
The old quay stonework will now be measured up for replacement wrought iron mooring rungs and ladders.
In amongst a pile of stones found on the beach outside the old quay
we hope to find the missing blocks in amongst the pile and and return them to their original position.
Newlyn Association member Jeanette Ratcliffe
As a proud member of the Newlyn Association, a Councillor for Newlyn, Mousehole, and Paul, and a Newlyn native born and raised in the heart of the fishing community, I hold deep connections to our harbour and its traditions. Growing up, the Old Harbour was a vibrant hub of activity, where fishermen worked tirelessly on the harbour, the market, and beyond—many of whom still do today.
For me, the Old Harbour is filled with cherished memories of childhood—fishing, swimming, and witnessing its life as a bustling working harbour. That’s why I’m deeply passionate about seeing it revitalized to reflect the thriving, hardworking spirit that once defined it.