A second Tree has been planted in Falmouth to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Passmore Edwards.

20 trees are being planted to celebrate the Cornish-born philanthropist, with a tree being planted in each of the communities in Cornwall that have a Passmore Edwards building.

Last month the first tree donated by Cornwall Council was planted at Kimberley Park:Tree planted in Falmouth to celebrate 200th anniversary of John Passmore Edwards.

Yesterday morning Councillor Dean Evans who has helped organise events in Falmouth for the celebration of Passmore Edwards was at the Age UK Day Care Centre at the top of Killigrew St, the former Passmore Edwards Cottage hospital to plant a tree.

Dean was helped by three of the daycare centre clients, Willie, doing the work, Ron, supervising, and Doris, seated. Whilst Dee, one of the Centre assistants, assists Lucy Downing, the Centre Manager, ensuring that all went to plan.

Lucy said that they all loved the Passmore Edwards building and were really pleased to join in with the bicentenary celebrations.

Last month Dean held a talk so people could Learn more about the history of John Passmore Edwards and his impact on Falmouth.

You can also out find more about his legacy here: Passmore Edwards Free Library, Falmouth 1896

For further information about this or the many other events taking place across Cornwall and the southeast over the summer, contact Dean Evans at 07588711936 or [email protected]