Truro Crown Court Listings

Truro Crown Court Listings Today

Truro Crown Court listings are published daily for hearings taking place at the Courts of Justice on Edward Street, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 2PB. As the sole Crown Court serving the whole of Cornwall, Truro handles all serious criminal cases originating from magistrates' courts across the county — from Penzance and Falmouth to Bodmin and Bude. Defendants, legal representatives, witnesses and members of the public can check today's listings above to find scheduled hearing times, courtroom numbers and case references before attending.

Cases Heard at Truro Crown Court

Truro Crown Court deals exclusively with indictable and either-way offences that are too serious for the magistrates' court. These include murder, manslaughter, serious violent assaults, sexual offences, large-scale drug trafficking and supply, armed robbery, complex fraud, arson, kidnapping and other grave criminal matters. The court also hears appeals against conviction or sentence from Truro Magistrates' Court and other magistrates' courts in Cornwall. Trials are heard before a judge and jury, while sentencing hearings, case management conferences, plea and trial preparation hearings (PTPHs), bail applications and Newton hearings are conducted by a judge sitting alone.

Court Location, Contact Details and Opening Hours

Truro Crown Court is located at the Courts of Justice, Edward Street, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 2PB. The court is open Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 4:30pm. For Crown Court enquiries, telephone 01872 267 420 or contact the Crown listing office on 01872 267 428. General email enquiries can be sent to [email protected]. The Witness Service can be reached on 0300 332 1000, and jury service queries should be directed to 01872 267 487.

Getting to Truro Crown Court

There is no on-site parking at the court building. The nearest public car parks are the Edward Street car park, located directly adjacent to the court, and the Viaduct car park, a short walk away on Calenick Street. Limited blue-badge parking may be available upon request by contacting the court office in advance. Truro railway station is approximately a 10-minute walk from the courthouse along Richmond Hill and St Nicholas Street. Regular Great Western Railway services connect Truro to Plymouth, Exeter and London Paddington. Local bus services operated by First Kernow stop on Lemon Quay and at the bus station on Station Road, both within a few minutes' walk. If you are attending a hearing at Plymouth Crown Court, check that page for separate travel directions.

Building Facilities and Accessibility

The Truro Crown Court building offers full disabled access, with a ramp at the main entrance, a lift to the first floor and level access into all courtrooms and hearing rooms. Hearing enhancement facilities are available by prior arrangement, and assistance dogs are welcome throughout the building. Lanyards for hidden disabilities can be requested at reception. Four interview rooms are available on the ground floor for private consultations between legal professionals and their clients. The building has a public waiting area, accessible toilets on the ground floor, and baby changing facilities. A café on site is open from 9:00am to 2:00pm serving hot and cold refreshments. All visitors are subject to a security search upon entry via the security arch — anyone with a pacemaker should inform the security officer before passing through.

History of Truro Crown Court

Truro Crown Court was built between 1986 and 1988 on the site of the medieval Truro Castle, which had later been used as a cattle market from around 1840. Before the courthouse was constructed, serious criminal cases in Cornwall were heard at the Shire Hall in Bodmin. The building was designed by architects Eldred Evans and David Shalev in a modernist style, with grey rendered walls and a distinctive pedimented entrance portico that draws on classical influences. Construction cost £4.9 million and the completed building won the RIBA Building of the Year award, a predecessor to the Stirling Prize. In April 2018, Truro Crown Court was designated a Grade II* listed building by Historic England in recognition of its outstanding architectural significance — making it one of the youngest buildings in England to receive such a high level of protection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time do hearings start at Truro Crown Court?

Most hearings are listed to begin at 10:00am, though some afternoon sessions commence at 2:00pm or later. Check the daily listings above for the exact hearing time and courtroom number for each case.

Can I attend a hearing at Truro Crown Court as a member of the public?

Yes. Crown Court hearings are open to the public unless the judge orders otherwise. Public seating is available in the courtroom galleries, though capacity may be limited for high-profile trials. You must pass through security screening on arrival.

How do I find out the result of a case at Truro Crown Court?

Case outcomes are not routinely published online. You can contact the Crown Court office on 01872 267 420 for information about finalised cases, or check local media reports from outlets such as Cornwall Live and BBC Cornwall for coverage of sentencing results.