Camborne Trevithick Day CIC runs the annual Trevithick Day celebration in Camborne, Cornwall, honouring the life and achievements of engineer Richard Trevithick. Since its beginnings in 1984, the event has grown into one of Cornwall’s largest free community festivals, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year and generating significant cultural, social, and economic benefits for the local community. This report outlines the ways in which Trevithick Day CIC has positively benefited the Camborne community. 1. Strengthening Community Pride and Identity Trevithick Day has become a central part of Camborne’s identity. The festival celebrates Camborne’s mining and engineering heritage while bringing together residents of all ages in a shared community experience. The event promotes pride in local history by celebrating Richard Trevithick, internationally recognised as the inventor of the first steam-powered locomotive. Traditional dances, steam parades, Cornish music, and mining costumes help preserve and showcase Cornwall’s cultural heritage. The founder of Trevithick Day described the original purpose of the event as creating “a special occasion to bring the community together to take pride in our town” during a period of economic decline in Camborne. 2. Encouraging Community Participation The event creates opportunities for widespread participation across the community. Local schools, dance groups, musicians, choirs, traders, volunteers, youth groups, and local organisations all contribute to the day. Children from local schools take part in the Bal Maidens and Miners Dance, helping younger generations engage with local traditions and history. Adult community members participate in Trevithick’s Dance and other cultural performances throughout the day. The event is organised almost entirely by volunteers, demonstrating strong civic engagement and community ownership. The committee consists of dedicated unpaid volunteers who work year-round to deliver the festival safely and successfully. 3. Supporting the Local Economy Trevithick Day provides a major economic boost for Camborne. The festival attracts approximately 25,000–30,000 visitors annually, increasing footfall across the town centre. Local businesses benefit from increased customer numbers during the event, with shops, cafes, food vendors, market stalls, and traders experiencing higher sales. Many businesses actively participate through themed displays, special promotions, and sponsorship support. The event also creates opportunities for local craftspeople, performers, charities, and community organisations to raise awareness and generate income through stalls and activities. Recent recognition through the King’s Award for Voluntary Service has further increased confidence in the organisation and encouraged stronger sponsorship relationships with local businesses. 4. Providing Free and Inclusive Entertainment Trevithick Day is recognised as a free event that is accessible to the whole community. The festival includes steam engines, live music, exhibitions, street entertainment, vintage vehicles, family activities, and cultural performances. Because entry is free, the event ensures that families and individuals from all backgrounds can participate regardless of income. This inclusivity helps strengthen social cohesion and creates opportunities for shared community experiences. 5. Preserving Heritage and Education Trevithick Day plays an important educational role by keeping Cornwall’s industrial and engineering history alive for future generations. Through exhibitions, performances, school competitions, and historical displays, young people learn about Richard Trevithick’s contribution to global engineering and Camborne’s mining heritage. The presence of working steam engines, including the replica “Puffing Devil,” provides a unique hands-on educational experience for visitors and schools alike. 6. Improving Well-being and Social Connection Community events such as Trevithick Day help reduce isolation and improve well-being by bringing people together in a positive environment. The event creates opportunities for residents to socialise, volunteer, perform, and celebrate collectively. The King’s Award for Voluntary Service recognised the event’s “positive year-round impact” on the community, noting that it lifts community spirit and gives local people something they can feel proud of. 7. Recognition and Long-Term Sustainability In 2025, Camborne Trevithick Day CIC received the prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service, often described as the equivalent of an MBE for voluntary groups. This award recognised the dedication of volunteers and the significant benefits the event brings to the local community. It also helped strengthen partnerships with Camborne Town Council and local sponsors, improving the long-term sustainability of the festival. The formal collaboration agreement with Camborne Town Council has further secured support for health and safety, stewarding, security, and infrastructure needed to continue the event successfully for future generations. Conclusion Camborne Trevithick Day CIC delivers substantial benefits to the local community through cultural celebration, economic support, heritage preservation, volunteering, education, and social inclusion. The event has become a symbol of pride for Camborne and an important part of Cornwall’s cultural calendar. By bringing together residents, businesses, schools, performers, and visitors in a free and inclusive celebration, Trevithick Day CIC continues to strengthen community spirit while preserving and promoting Camborne’s unique heritage for future generations. Sent from my iPhone

Monthly meetings with the executive group - Trevor Brookes - Chairman Gareth Bone - Treasurer Karen Brookes - Director Hannah Danson - Director Julia Linnette - Director

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