A short poem about St Germans that was published on a well-known building society’s website a few years ago. ‘The River Tiddy runs through it and spanned by a viaduct, where the Sailing Club lives on the quayside – a boating and social hub.’
Gem Of Cornwall
St Germans is a village in South East Cornwall
Lucky to have a school, shop, doctors, pub, and Celtic Cathedral
The River Tiddy runs through it and spanned by a viaduct
Where the Sailing Club lives on the quayside – a boating and social hub
Port Eliot is the ancestral home hosting a yearly festival
When rural life changes from sleepy to fantastical
Local bands keep everyone singing and dancing all year round
Jazz, folk, punk rock, and mellow, each has a unique sound
The people are friendly and there’s a warm community spirit
At the flower and veg show, their produce, they proudly exhibit
The Christmas market grows more popular every year
Offering quirky crafts made from far and near
Sea, cliffs, and beaches can be reached across the countryside
For longer jaunts, the train station links nationwide
But, whatever the season, there’s always something to do
Cherish the ambience, watch nature, or simply enjoy the view