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Celtic band Skipinnish and others.Band member Jon Cleave said it would be a brand new festival down in the very heart of our wondrous county at Stithians.

Jools Holland OBE and his 20 piece Rhythm Blues Orchestra will perform as well as Mercury Prize winner Kate Rusby.in what promises to be a Cornish occasion for all friends you've known for years and for all those you've yet to meet.Send your story ideas to spotlight@bbc.

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The Cornish folk group has announced plans to host the first Fisherman's Friends Festival in May 2026.

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