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2010 Family Tudor Day Thursday August 5th at the Gildhouse 10.30 to 3pm Come along and become a Tudor in a genuine Grade 1 listed Tudor building. Take part in activities that would have happened when the building was first opened that include baking and brewing cob making ,Tudor Dancing and Tudor games. A light lunch is also included in the cost. All this is done in Tudor costume to add to the atmosphere of the day. Come along and take part in a unique experience. Booking is essential as there are a limited number of places. Children must be accompanied by adults but adults can come without children. Cost £8 for adults £5 for children Phone Sandy on 01288 361356 to book your place

2009 Pumpkin Festival and Craft Fayre, 24 - 25 October A good selection of local crafts with refreshments available.

2009 The Gildhouse was recently shortlisted for the Conservation award in the prestigious Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) South West Town and Country Design Awards and the committee were delighted when we were announced as the winner! The Chair of the judges said "The sense of community pride in this subtle and sensitive renovation of the medieval Gildhouse was palpable. The architects philosophy of 'just enough' shone through with imperceptible and crafted repair merging seamlessly with appropriate and measured new work to accommodate disabled access and facilities". The architect, Jonathan Rhind worked with the local authorities on this project to revitalise an historic site ensuring a sensitive bringing back to life enabling the medieval building to continue the tradition of its central role at the heart of the village into the 21st century. 2009 has been an exciting year in the new life of the Gildhouse, we have had visits from nine schools with over 350 children dressing up and experiencing life in Tudor times, we have also held two family education days which were a great success. There have been five Wedding receptions and parties as well as Community events such as concerts, talks, courses and meetings. We have also had visits from associations and clubs and have been open on Wednesdays throughout the summer for refreshments and tours of the building.

2008 Pumpkin Festival and Craft Fayre The weekend of 25/26 October saw the Gildhouse and Church packed with stalls selling wonderful local crafts and produce and as well the annual Pumpkin Festival took place. In spite of the poor growing season this year it included more pumpkins than ever, although there were only two entries for the heaviest pumpkin there were lots of carved and decorated entries. There was also a cookery demonstration of pumpkin recipes and refreshments including freshly made pumpkin soup.

2008 Operation Raleigh A concert was held in September, the performers consisting of local young musicians and singers brought together by Emily Waterhouse to raise funds for Operation Raleigh.

2008 Gift Day On 2nd and 3rd August the annual Church Gift Day was held along with an exhibition of old farming implements.

2008 Kenys Rak Hav - Singing For Summer On June 21st we welcomed the return of Amorata who entertained us with a programme of wonderful music. The concert in the Church was followed by a sumptuous feast in the Gildhouse with food provided by the ladies of the parish which was enjoyed by all who attended.

2008 Official opening of The Gildhouse Sunday May 25th The newly restored Poundstock Gildhouse was officially opened by Lady Mary Holborrow, Lord Lieutenant of Cornwall.

2007 Since May this year the builders have been busy with the restoration work and the Gildhouse has been a hive of activity. The works are coming to an end now and we were able to hold the annual Pumpkin Festival and Craft Fayre, using the Feasting Hall.

2006 December Gildhouse Launch Night! On Friday 1st December an evening was held to celebrate the successful lottery funding bid and to launch the project ahead of work starting in Spring 2007.

2006 October HLF bid successful! After four years hard work by the working group, we have been successful in getting a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. The Gildhouse was also the venue for the annual Pumpkin Festival and Craft Fayre, Harvest lunch and an exhibition of Christening Gowns.

2006 July A very successful concert by Amorata, a group of talented singers from Bristol.