Cornwall LivingIssue #125
Welcome to Nansledan
Discover the amazing businesses that have made this astonishing development home.
Already containing nearly 600 homes, with more than 30 shops and businesses, Nansledan is the Duchy of Cornwall’s award-winning extension to Newquay, and has been developed to reflect the unique character of the area. Eventually, it will provide 4,000 homes, provide around 4,000 jobs and host a resident population of almost 8,000! Already having settled and made a home for themselves is a raft of amazing businesses, from laidback fashion brands and vintage emporiums to tempting bakeries, personal training facilities and interior specialists. And as Nansledan continues to cement its reputation as a lifestyle destination for those seeking an exciting high street shopping experience, we’re excited to discover just some of those who are already drawing retail therapy seekers from around the county and beyond.
Zodiac Interiors
As a family run business specialising in bespoke, made to measure blinds, curtains and awnings, Zodiac has over 30 years’ experience in the trade. Based in Nansledan, the team are happy to meet and guide you through everything they have to offer. Using their vast experience and knowledge, they’re more than happy to help you find the right product to complement your window or outdoor space.
Their shutters are bespoke and made to measure with a gorgeous range of colour samples, or why not match to any Farrow and Ball colour? All curtains are steamed and dressed by the experienced team, even fit for royalty, and the shaped pleated blinds are perfect for those with bespoke shaped windows in hard to reach places. Having fitted many awnings in coastal homes and commercial venues, they really know how to create beautiful outdoor spaces, with the contemporary option of motorising many of their products. Make sure to visit or call for your free quotation!
&KIN
Bringing beachy, laidback Californian vibes to the Cornish town of Newquay, &KIN is a fashion and lifestyle store at the forefront of sustainable fashion, with each rail stocked with specially selected cult brands by owner Lottie, many of which &KIN is the only UK stockist of!
Always mindful of the store’s ethos, ‘we stock brands who give a damn’, the &KIN team pride themselves on being a small business in Cornwall, doing their best to help stop fast fashion trends and offer something to stand the test of time. Each brand stocked in the shop comes with high sustainable and ethical values attached, not to mention a unique style!
Ladyvale Bakery
With a passion for creative baking, combing unique flavours and adorning their bakes with home grown florals and swirly sweetness, Ladyvale Bakery is an independent cake shop based in the heart of Nansledan. Famous for their squidgy cookies, great non-gluten bakes, and beautiful buttercream celebration cakes decorated with homegrown edible flowers, Ladyvale Bakery is home to the prettiest cakes in Cornwall, and they taste as good as they look!
With Cornish ice cream milkshakes, local Yallah coffee and homemade cordial made with seasonal fruits, Ladyvale Bakery makes for the perfect sunny space to relax and meet with friends on a bright sunny day when you’re in need of a sweet treat. Or, if you’re looking to celebrate, their show-stopper cakes are truly something to behold, and there are different flavours and designs to choose from.
hello@ladyvalebakery.co.uk | www.ladyvalebakery.co.uk
Moore Movement
Moore Movement, one of the Newquay area’s premier personal training facilities, is located within the new Duchy of Cornwall development, Nansledan. Run by owner and head coach, Brendan Moore, who has over 20 years’ coaching experience, Moore Movement aims to create an environment that is professional, supportive and motivational for its members to succeed. The team specialise in small group personal training, which is an amazing way to see even more amazing results! There’s really no match when it comes to the level of coaching and support you receive, because at Moore Movement, it’s all about quality, not quantity. Get in touch with Brendan and the team for more information, including about their 30 day trial offer!
mooremovefit@gmail.com | www.mooremovefit.com
Love of Lemons
Selling a unique curation of vintage fashion and accessories, alongside a considered range of vintage inspired, sustainably produced brands, Love of Lemons store founder, Bex Osman, lovingly hand-picks everything in store. Her motto is ‘Re-use, Re-love, Re-style’, and her aim is to bring the old back to life alongside the new, while reducing the impact that the fashion industry has on our planet. Since launching online, and now having her own storefront on the bustling highstreet of Nansledan, Bex is delighted to be part of such a strong and local community vibe. “I want to thank everyone who has backed my dream and supported me on my vintage journey. The response has been overwhelming, and now that I’ve started rolling out my full vintage mission, I’m excited to invite everybody to shop for one-of-a-kind finds!”
Marcel Rodrigues Interiors
A small family business offering a range of modern furniture, home décor, lighting and gifts, Marcel Rodrigues Interiors carefully curate each and every item for its quality.
The team love neutral tones, lots of natural materials, texture, pops of colour and cosy lighting, as is evident as soon as you walk into the store. Whilst you’re there, you’ll also find that they showcase some amazing local makers and artists, with one-off original works available to buy and take away. And for anybody looking to update their home who doesn’t know where to start, the team provide interior styling services, and will also help to source particular items of furniture or lighting on request.
Instagram: marcel_rodrigues_interiors
Marcel Rodrigues Hats
Regularly described by clients as works of art, Marcel Rodrigues’ hats are all handmade by Marcel himself using traditional techniques and each one is totally unique and plastic free. Made in the workshop, which is part of the store, the unisex collection of bespoke hats sits alongside a sustainable and ethically-sourced range of fashion clothing, including leather and brass accessories, all made using 100% renewable energy. Each item in the clothing range is also handmade in the shop using either British or repurposed cloth.
The driving force of the business is one of trying to change consumer mindset from buying low-cost, mass-produced items that ultimately end up in landfill, in favour of higher quality items that, although may cost more, can be treasured and last a lifetime.
Instagram: marcel_rodrigues_hats