18th December 2016
By Julia Penhaligon
A fast-food unit at Carland Cross, between St Agnes and Truro, has won its right to continue trading from a grass verge close to the A30 Carland Cross roundabout.
Zippy’s Diner, operated by Carl Roberts, is based close to the Shell garage. There had been a question mark over its future because of new council rules requiring such units to obtain a street trading licence throughout the whole of Cornwall. The council has now approved his application, subject to conditions.
Writing on his Facebook page, Mr Roberts said:
“We won! There is a condition to stop serving food strictly at 7pm tho so make sure you’re not late in future as I won't be allowed to serve you. Going to try opening at 8am to keep the peace (well make some peace. Lol)
So trial opening hours
Mondays 8am-7pm
Tuesdays 8am - 7pm
Wednesdays 8am - 7pm
Thursdays closed.
Fridays 8am-7pm
Saturdays 10am - 7pm
Sundays 10am - 7pm"
The diner, specialising in burgers and soft drinks, had previously traded from a site at St Austell. It is popular with