Joey Cope, who runs Cobbler Cope at Prow Park, took part in the shoe repair contest at the Charles Birch Show in Leeds.
Over the summer Joey helped support the Newquay community by repurposing donated school shoes for struggling families.
He tells Radio Newquay there's been a shift towards people recycling and restoring shoes.
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Historic locomotive repainted in colours of life saving charity
A historic locomotive at Lappa Valley has been given a new look in support of Cornwall Air Ambulance.
Police continue search for missing woman with links to Newquay
Police say they remain concerned for the welfare of a missing 29-year-old woman with links to Newquay.
New community artwork unveiled at Newquay station
A new piece of community artwork created by pupils from Newquay Junior Academy has been unveiled at Newquay railway station.
Newquay Town Council to begin work on new Mount Wise Gardens play park
Newquay Town Council says work will begin later this month on a new play park at Mount Wise Gardens.
Newquay RNLI operations manager retires after more than 50 years of service
RNLI volunteer Gareth Horner MBE is retiring from his role as Lifeboat Operations Manager at Newquay RNLI after more than two decades in the position.
Documentary screening to take place in Newquay highlighting sewage pollution campaign
A special screening of the documentary Jo in the Water will take place at the Lighthouse Cinema in Newquay.
Boardmasters launches competition to showcase emerging artists
Boardmasters Festival 2026 has launched a new competition aimed at giving emerging artists from the South West the chance to perform on the festival’s Main Stage this summer.
Double delight for Newquay AFC as reserves and thirds crowned champions
It was a memorable weekend for sport in Newquay, with title celebrations for Newquay AFC’s reserve and third teams, cup success for the club’s women’s side, strong performances on the cricket field and more success for local runners.
Hourly Mid Cornwall Metro rail service to launch this month
Great Western Railway says the first phase of the Mid Cornwall Metro project will launch on Sunday 17 May, with a new hourly train service between Newquay and Par.
Community Eid celebration to take place on Newquay’s Killacourt
A community event aimed at bringing people together is set to take place in Newquay this weekend.
Artist’s night-time Newquay artwork wins mural trail contest
An award-winning Newquay artist has claimed another accolade after winning a public vote as part of a new mural trail project in the town.
Documentary screening on sewage pollution to be held in Newquay
A special screening of the documentary Jo in the Water will take place at the Lighthouse Cinema in Newquay.
Summer night bus service to return with extended route
A summer night bus service is set to return to Newquay for a third year, with an extended route to Perranporth.
Police issue fresh appeal in search for missing woman last seen in Cornwall
Police have released new information as they continue the search for a missing 29-year-old woman last seen in Cornwall.
Newquay family appeal for support as Paddle for Life marks anniversary
A Newquay family are encouraging people to support a major fundraising event held in memory of their four-year-old son.
RAF St Mawgan hosts air cadets for flying experience programme
Young people from across the South West have taken to the skies as part of a two-week flying programme at RAF St Mawgan.
Search for missing woman in coastal operation near Newquay
Police have confirmed a large-scale search along the coast near Newquay over the weekend was carried out over concerns for a missing woman.
Newquay man wins cheese race up Dorset's Gold Hill
A man from Newquay has won a traditional cheese-carrying race up one of England’s steepest streets.
Cornwall Air Ambulance has issued an urgent appeal as fuel costs rise
Cornwall Air Ambulance has issued an urgent appeal for support as rising jet fuel costs put increasing pressure on its lifesaving service.
Full steam ahead for Lappa Valley’s biggest-ever gala
A tourist attraction near Newquay has announced plans for its biggest-ever heritage railway gala, including the “homecoming” of a special tribute locomotive.
