Restaurant surprises South West Water team with Sunday roasts

After Storm Goretti caused local water shortages, Whealdream in Helston packed ten leftover roast dinners and delivered them to a South West Water team working at a bottle collection point; staff were reported to be cold and wet and received the meals with gratitude.

Whealdream restaurant in Helston ran low on water during a busy Sunday carvery service after Storm Goretti. Manager Ryan "Boris" Jennings went to the South West Water bottle collection point at Flambards and found staff who were cold and wet. He returned with a plan and, with owner Barry Clark, packed ten roast dinners into takeaway boxes. They delivered the meals to a South West Water team supporting the local area. Key details: - Many properties across Helston and nearby communities reported further water shortages following Storm Goretti. - Whealdream ran out of water just as it was about to serve its final 20 diners during a carvery service. - Ryan "Boris" Jennings visited the South West Water bottle collection point at Flambards and found the team working in cold, wet conditions. - The restaurant packed ten roast dinners into takeaway boxes and delivered them to the South West Water team. - Whealdream and Catch in Porthleven remained open and offered deals to support the local community after the storm. - Ryan and owner Barry Clark expressed thanks to staff and said they hoped the gesture would inspire other local businesses. Summary: The donated meals were received with gratitude by the South West Water team and provided immediate food and comfort to staff working in challenging conditions. Whealdream continued to serve the community with special offers after Storm Goretti. Undetermined at this time.