Truro was not only a 'stannary' town, however; it was an important river port with the advantage of being well away from the sea and thus well away from marauding invaders. Much tin and copper was shipped from its quays although it did suffer from periodic trade recession - one followed the Black Death which caused a huge exodus of local people and reduced Truro to a very neglected state.
With some government help trade returned to Truro and the city was prosperous throughout the Tudor period. In a fresh charter was granted by Elizabeth I and this gave Truro a measure of self-government with a mayor, six aldermen and eighteen burgesses. This charter also gave the mayor the right to control the harbour of Falmouth.
Truro also had the right to send two members to Parliament, a right that was also held by five other towns within an eight mile radius. Truro was greatly involved in the Civil War and in raised a sizeable force to fight for the King.
The Royal set up their mint in Truro although was later moved to Exeter. In the city fell to Fairfax and Charles had to escape by way of Falmouth. This same century saw the rivalry between Truro and Falmouth reach a peak.
Truro saw its tin and copper trade go to its neighbour and to other coastal ports. Falmouth received its charter in and it took control of the harbour and river although this was disputed until by Truro who tried to re-establish its own harbour rights. The Courts finally settled the matter with the Fal being divided between the two places. Travelling through the area in , the naturalist John Ray described Truro as a pretty town' but this view was not shared by Miss Celia Finnes who travelled this way in In her book "Through England on a sidesaddle" she referred to Truro as being 'ruinated and disregarded'.
However, the affairs of Truro took another turn for the better in the 18th and 19th centuries. Improved mining methods and higher prices for tin brought increased prosperity and Truro became the natural centre for those who made their fortune on the mines profits.
Elegant houses were built for the mine owners' families and the Assembly Rooms echoed to the music and colour of balls and other functions. Another traveller, this time Robert Southey, came here in and found Truro to be 'clean and opulent' with superb shops in its main street. Throughout this period Truro remained a social centre and was home, too, of several noteable people Dr John Wolcot, a noted literary figure lived here for some years; the Rev.
Another local man, Henry Martyn, became. When he was eleven, Richard sailed on s merchant ship to the West Indies returning to England in , when he lived as a servant in the homes of various wealthy families, even visiting Europe with some of them.
In he went to the Cape of Good Hope, but returned in , having visited much of the known world by the time he was twenty-one. The Lander Gallery is recommended for those wishing to purchase Cornish artwork, both old and new. This city travel guide to Truro is a usable article. It has information on how to get there and on restaurants and hotels. An adventurous person could use this article, but please feel free to improve it by editing the page.
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Explore the river by boat or kayak. The town grew from an Iron age settlement, a castle was built on the prehistoric site and the port of Truro was registered as being capable of accepting foreign commerce and the town became well established. Truro became a coinage town in and by order of the King twice yearly locally mined tin was brought to be assayed. The port thrived over the years with Truro having control of the waterway right down to the sea at Falmouth. Later in the 18th and 19th centuries wealthy mine owners and merchants built grand townhouses as well as owning beautiful country retreats.
In the Diocese of Truro was founded and the architect John Loughborough Pearson was chosen to create a cathedral in the centre of the city. By subscribing newsletter you agree to receive marketing communication done by this website. Discover how you can play a part in helping people across the globe to rebuild their lives. If the family are up for taking sides and a bit of a competitive play then get in some ten pin bowling at Truro Bowl. Eight lanes of exciting strikes guaranteed Travel from Truro to Falmouth taking in the stunning Fal estuary scenery on a day trip with Enterprise Boats.
The trip takes approximately one hour, with options to disembark at other locations on route and pick up the boat later. For the return trip, catch a train back to Truro on the picturesque branch line from Falmouth Take a walking tour around the city with a Blue Badge Tour Guide on Wednesday mornings in the summer months.
The museum runs events for families throughout the year and explorer packs are available for children at a small charge.
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