Gathering Stories about The Reens and Troon Life
/ Hwedhla adro An Run ha bewnans Trewoon

In the past four years many people in Troon have joined the charity Sustrust walking The Reens, exploring its rich natural history and ancient landscapes. On our walks we have been sharing stories, finding out more about long forgotten places and seeking out the stone ruins of the medieval chapel of Fenton-Ia.

This ancient site today lies deeply buried in the valley in a sad overgrown state. Years ago this ancient place was excavated by the great Cornish archaeologist, Professor Charles Thomas. The chapel is a protected scheduled monument but its present condition has meant it is on the national Heritage at Risk register. The Reens has always been a special place for Troon. It’s ancient heritage of local stories stems from the story of St Merasek, the patron saint of Camborne, who took refuge in the woods and created a sanctuary here around the stream and built a solitary cell across the stream from the chapel.