A petition has been launched on campaigning to save the Polpeor, which holds the title for Britain’s most southerly cafe.

The petition, which is on Change.org, had been signed by more than 500 people in less than 24 hours, showing the strength of local support for the cafe in Lizard Point, which recently closed down after its lease was handed back to the National Trust. 

Andrea Pagett, who started the petition, said: “Our much loved, favourite cafe is more than just a place where we have enjoyed the very best of food, it is an establishment which exemplifies friendliness and efficiency, and on a personal basis, always offers assistance to individuals like my father, who is bravely battling Parkinson's disease.

“For numerous years, we have been devoted visitors to Lizard village, with our frequent visits to Polpeor always standing as a highlight. The cafe serves a vast community of people who treasure their visits to the Lizard each year.

“In recent years, Polpeor Cafe's success has skyrocketed with a remarkable customer base. This extraordinary achievement can be traced back to its strategic location, amazing menu, fantastic management, and most importantly, an extraordinarily friendly staff led by the admirable Lucy Tiddy.”

The lease, which has been handed back to the National Trust, lead to the decision to close the Polpeor Cafe, meaning redundancy of the current staff and resultant loss of income for a significant number of local people.

Andrea adds: “We are apprehensive about the potential negative impact on the community as well as the significant loss to the Lizard's tourist appeal.

“Therefore, we request that the National Trust keep Polpeor Cafe operational, maintain the lease themselves, secure the employment of the current staff, and continue having Lucy at the helm of the management. Let us preserve the heart of Lizard, enrich the experiences of the numerous tourists, and bolster this significant economic driving force.”

To sign the petition, visit: Change.org/SavePolpeorCafe