An estimated 3,000 people attended the Celebration of Culture event on Saturday, enjoying music, arts and food from around the world.  

Organisers Black Voices Cornwall hosted the event to enable communities of all ethnicities to come together and celebrate the rich variety of cultural heritage in the duchy.  

Previously scheduled for August, the festival was delayed due to safety concerns about the weather, but despite the quieter time of year, the day was hailed a success.  

The free event was opened officially by Truro mayor Cllr Carol Swain. Artists included Kizamba, Ghetto Orange and Skate-Likes, Rock Choir, traditional Cornish band Bagas Fellyona and moving performances from Cornwall Dance School.   

Children were treated to traditional style Cornish storytelling from Writer’s Block, arts and crafts and Raymond amusements, while popular food vendors often seen at Truro Farmer’s Market and local food festivals provided a culinary trip around the globe. 

Event co-ordinator Abi Hutchinson described the day as “a successful demonstration that Cornwall is a welcoming, inclusive place, with strong heritage, rich diversity in its communities and an Onen Hag Oll/’one and all’ spirit”. She continued: “Cornwall is a great example that multiculturalism works for communities. 

“We are proud to offer fantastic arts and activities for everyone, for free at such a tough financial time. It was a hard decision to postpone last month, but the crowds had a great time.”  

It was sponsored by the National Lottery Community Fund, Boardmasters Festival, Cornwall Council, Truro BID, Hall for Cornwall and Cornwall Community Foundation.   

• For further information, visit www.blackvoicescornwall.org or the Black Voices Cornwall Facebook page.