Cornwall Heritage Trust ~ Preserving Cornwall's Story

All over Cornwall, there are special places that are uncared for and at risk. But with your help, we can continue to save these sites, improve them and share them free of charge with everyone.

From ancient stone circles and imposing hillforts to a 19th-century viaduct hidden in an idyllic valley and a medieval dovecote tucked between suburban houses, the historic places we’ve taken into our care over the last 40 years are inspiring and truly unique.

These places offer Cornwall’s communities spaces where they can connect with the shared cultural landscape we call our heritage.

Without our guardianship, many would be uncared for and at risk – some perhaps lost forever.

But protecting and sharing these assets so they can continue to flourish and inspire the next generation comes at a price. It currently costs our charity £600 for a Ranger to spend just one working week managing and improving a historic site so everyone can access and enjoy these special places.

Starting from £1500, you can make a lasting impact by investing in one of Cornwall’s incredible heritage sites, from imposing feats of industrial engineering to historic landscapes which people have been drawn to for thousands of years. An investment in Cornwall’s heritage is an investment in Cornwall’s future. Together, we can preserve and strengthen this precious asset for many generations to come.

By becoming a Heritage Guardian you will…

Protect some of Cornwall’s most important and iconic places
Work with a trusted charity and deliver lasting impact
Join an engaged and connected network of supporters

And as a thank you for your support, you will receive…

A guided walk around your chosen historic site with an archaeologist to show your team the difference they are making
Specially curated information and resources to share with your staff and clients, to illustrate the impact their support is having on Cornwall’s heritage
An annual update on the vital work your business has enabled us to undertake
Thank yous and acknowledgements on the ‘Visit Us’ and ‘Business Sponsorship’ pages on our website to showcase your commitment to our charitable work