THE unique off-grid Snail's Pace Café and Bike Hire opened its doors to a large crowd for the first time on Saturday.

Cutting the ribbon was Doc Martin star Joe Absolom who helped to welcome supporters into the café for free tea and homemade cakes, along with the chance to try out the bike powered smoothie maker!

Along with Joe Absolom, David Atwell from the local area also said a few words regarding the history of the Camel Trail and the extension from Poley's Bridge to Wenfordbridge.

For the full report, and a round up of the area news and sport, see this week's edition of the Post.