Taking time

The creator of Time Team and bestselling author, Tim Taylor, reveals exactly what is that makes Cornwall such a magical place to him.

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Tim Taylor has enjoyed a colourful career as the driving force behind one of Britain’s most popular TV shows. As the creator and series producer of Channel 4’s award-winning Time Team, he has visited every corner of Britain. So, for someone who could live anywhere, it is revealing that he has chosen to call Cornwall his home. Tim’s brand new book, Time Team’s Dig Village encourages everyone to discover more about the history on their own doorsteps. By following Tim’s accessible approach, we can all become detectives of the past, shining a new light on the places we think we know so well. As well as looking for clues in the landscape, Dig Village explores a range of cultural aspects that feed into a community’s identity, from local legends like Cormoran the giant to regional delicacies including the mighty pasty.

Do you remember your first impressions of Cornwall?