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The Mermaid of Zennor

Zennor, Cornwall

A mermaid who lured the best singer in the village into the sea.

Legend says a beautiful woman came to Zennor church to hear a young chorister, Mathey Trewella, sing. One day he followed her down to the cove and was never seen again.

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When
Legend
Where
50.1910, -5.5670
Group
Legends

Visiting

St Senara's church is open daily; the Tinners Arms is next door.

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