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1.Which 44 metre (144 foot) structure sits atop a hill, visible from throughout Bodmin and the surrounding area?
The Mighty Pillar
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The Great Obelisk
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The Beacon Monument
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The Cornish Tower
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This monument, often referred to simply as 'The Beacon' can be seen for miles, and is in the middle of a large nature reserve.
2.Which person from Bodmin is the previously mentioned structure dedicated to?
Sir Walter Raleigh Gilbert, army officer in the British East India Company
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Arthur Quiller-Couch, writer and poet
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William Hamley, founder of Hamley's toy shop
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James Henry Finn, WWI soldier and Victoria Cross recipient
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Sir Walter Raleigh Gilbert served for decades in India, most notably as an officer in the Anglo-Sikh Wars. His monument was paid for at the expense of the town's population.
3.What are the names of Bodmin's two GP surgeries, soon to merge into one?
Tredinnick and Poltaire
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Abervale and Fiveways
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Bridgeguard and Pencarrow
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Stillmore and Carnewater
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Despite being only about 250 metres apart, Bodmin's doctors' surgeries remained separate for many years. They will soon merge into 'Bosvena Health' and relocate to a site in west Bodmin, near Bodmin Hospital.
4.Who is the patron saint of Bodmin?
St Wenn
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St Petroc
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St Piran
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St Agnes
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St Petroc was born in Wales in 468AD and ministered to the Celts of Dumnonia (now Cornwall and Devon). His relics were moved to Bodmin in the 9th century and the town cemented its place as the religious capital of Cornwall.
5.Which of these major supermarket chains does NOT have a store in Bodmin?
Morrisons
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Lidl
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Asda
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Tesco
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Asda is Bodmin largest supermarket, followed by Morrisons. There are also branches of Lidl, Aldi, Sainsbury's, B&M, and Home Bargains, but not Tesco. The nearest Tesco is in Wadebridge.
6.Who are the three most recent MPs for North Cornwall, of which Bodmin is a part?
Derek Thomas, Dick Cole, Steve Gilbert
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Scott Mann, Dan Rogerson, Paul Tyler
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Luke Pollard, George Eustice, Julia Goldsworthy
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Sheryl Murray, Andrew George, Linda Taylor
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Scott Mann has been the MP since 2015 and is a Conservative. Dan Rogerson served from 2005-15, and Paul Tyler served from 1992-2005. Both are Liberal Democrats.
7.What is the approximate population of Bodmin? (Nearest 1000)
25,000
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34,000
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17,000
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9,000
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The 2021 Census recorded Bodmin's population as roughly 16,900 people, up from below 15,000 in 2011.
8.Which river flows past Bodmin, running parallel to a walking/cycling trail of the same name?
Fal
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Fowey
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Camel
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Tamar
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The Camel Trail begins around Camelford, flows past Bodmin, through Wadebridge, meeting the sea at Padstow. The Camel Trail is a popular walking/cycling trail, particularly the latter half from Bodmin to Padstow.
9.Which of these is NOT a fish & chip shop in Bodmin?
Bell Lane
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Golden Fry
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College Lane
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Robartes Hill
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Golden Fry operates from a van on the outskirts of Bodmin having previously been a popular destination in the town itself. Bell Lane is close to the town centre, and College Lane is situated near Bodmin College.
10.What is Bodmin in Cornish?
Bondryn
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Bosvena
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Bonkarrik
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Boscastle
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Bosvena, also sometimes spelled Bosvenna is the original Cornish name of Bodmin. It's thought to derive from Old Cornish 'Bod-meneghy' meaning 'Dwelling of the monks'.
11.Which of the following did NOT happen in Bodmin?
The beginning of the Tudor-era Prayerbook Rebellion
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The death of the last first-language Cornish speaker
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The Crown Jewels being stored there during WW1
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The last public hanging in Cornwall
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The Crown Jewels and Domesday Book were stored in Bodmin Jail, which also had the last Cornish public execution. The Prayerbook Rebellion was one of three major rebellions to start in Cornwall. Dolly Pentreath, the last native Cornish speaker, died in 1777 in Paul (near Penzance).
12.Which building recently underwent major renovations, converting into a hotel and major tourist attraction?
Bodmin Jail
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St Lawrence's Hospital
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Shire Hall
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Victoria Barracks
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After a Russian billionaire bought Bodmin Jail, he converted it into a hotel and restaurant, with cells becoming bedrooms, and tours of the site available.
13.What is the largest park in Bodmin, containing a large play area, a football pitch with seating, a small museum, and a large duck pond?
Fair Park
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St Mary's Park
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Berrycoombe Park
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Priory Park
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Priory Park, named for the giant Priory (demolished by Henry VIII), used to stand opposite St Petroc's Church. The playground acts as a flood defence, Bodmin Football Club is based there, and Bodmin's annual Bonfire Night firework display occurs there.
14.Which National Trust site and manor sits just outside of Bodmin?
Lanhydrock House
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Launceston Castle
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Mawgan Porth
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St Michael's Mount
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Lanhydrock House, built in 1881-82, is a Grade I listed building with extensive 360 hectare (890 acre) grounds. It's known for its cycling trails, its woodland, and for being the home of the Agar-Robartes family from its construction to 1953.
15.Which road runs past Bodmin Sainsbury's, through part of Bodmin's low-speed environment, towards Bodmin's largest church?
Westheath Avenue
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Barn Lane
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Fore Street
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Dennison Road
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Dennison Road runs parallel to Fore Street (which goes through the town centre), passing Sainsbury's, Dominoes, both GP practices, and more. It is infamous for causing traffic jams and its junction that looks like a roundabout.