The origins of the City Of Truro date back to a time before the 12th Century - when maps first recorded the location of a settlement at the head of the Truro River. During the 12th Century, Truro was the centre of a Borough within the Duchy Of Cornwall and a Stannary town (a place where locally-mined tin was officially tested and stamped to denote its quality).

During the English Civil War, Truro became the headquarters of Royalist forces, but fell to Parliamentary troops. After the restoration of the monarchy, Charles II took away many of the town's port and market privileges and bestowed them on Falmouth (a town down the river long regarded as a rival by Truronians) - this action was inspired by the King's belief that Truro surrendered to his father's enemies rather too easily. 

In the 18th Century, Truro was graced by fine Georgian streets and architecture - many examples of houses and structures from that era can be seen in this website. In 1877, Queen Victoria granted the community City status (Truro is still the only city in Cornwall). Three years later, the foundation stone of the cathedral was laid. That impressive building was finally completed in 1910.