We received over 180 entries for our 2023 Calendar Photo Competition and are extremely excited to announce the winners. The theme this year was “Historic Landmarks in Cornwall”, which resulted in an incredible array of images showcasing the iconic and important heritage sites that make Cornwall such a special place. Thank you to everyone who […]
Cornwall Heritage Trust is partnering with The Vale of Avalon/Arthurian Centre, Slaughterbridge to offer its members a 50% discount on entry to the site. Located near Tintagel, famous for its association with Arthurian legend, The Vale of Avalon/Arthurian Centre is known as the traditional location of Camlann, Arthur and Mordred’s final battle. Taking visitors on […]
Cornwall Heritage Trust is offering a free guided walk at its newest site, Caer Bran this September. Taking place on Friday 9th September at 12noon, this is a unique opportunity to visit the site and find out more about its history and management with Dick Cole, our Sites Officer. This walk is open to members of […]
We are nearing our target for the Treffry Viaduct Crib Hut Life Membership Appeal! It’s incredibly exciting to be so close to making the hut’s conservation possible and this means we now have an opportunity for volunteers to get involved with the project. Whilst we still have a little way to go with our fundraising, we […]
With high temperatures continuing and gorse fires breaking out at Nare Head and Zennor, please take care and follow the Countryside Code when visiting our historic sites. Our CEO, Cathy Woolcock said: “The Cornish countryside has become very dry over the last few months and this, combined with the temperatures we’re now experiencing, is creating […]
It is so exciting to be adding another benefit to the wealth of those on offer to our members, with the launch of our brand-new Children’s Activity Book. From Celtic Art and designing Bronze Age Pottery to nature spotting, exploring the layers of archaeology and learning Cornish words, it’s the perfect way for children to have […]
Unique hideaways has partnered with Cornwall Heritage Trust at the top level of its ‘Heritage Friends’ programme, in order to protect some of the most iconic and important historic places in Cornwall. The partnership will help the charity continue to preserve and strengthen Cornwall’s rich and distinct heritage through its grant schemes, education projects and […]
Cornwall Heritage Trust has launched an appeal today to help conserve an internationally-important piece of mining heritage at Treffry Viaduct in the Luxulyan Valley, near St Austell. The charity aims to raise £4000 to conserve the 19th century Crib Hut adjacent to the historic viaduct. A Scheduled Ancient Monument, Treffry is widely acknowledged for the importance of […]
We are thrilled to announce that the Penventon Park Hotel has pledged its support to Cornwall’s rich and distinct heritage by becoming the latest to join the top level of our corporate sponsorship programme. The latest organisation to join our ‘Heritage Friends’ programme, the Penventon is a 4 star Hotel with a Leisure Club and Spa treatment […]
Calling all photographers… Cameras at the ready. It’s time for our annual Calendar Competition! This year, we are looking for images inspired by the “Historic Landmarks in Cornwall”, so it’s the perfect excuse to get out and about and explore our unique and distinct heritage over the Summer. We hope Tim Pearson’s stunning photo of […]
What an incredible evening we had celebrating the launch of our £49,832 community history project with our Platinum Jubilee lightings at Sancreed and Castle an Dinas! Nearly 1300 people joined us last Thursday to light up the Beacons and celebrate the beginning of this landmark two-year project, which will see Cornwall Heritage Trust creating and […]
We are thrilled to share the news that the new Management Plan 2022-2027 from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) has been officially adopted by Cornwall Council this May. The five-year plan is a shared strategy for those who live, work and visit the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It provides guidance to […]
