Events calendar

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. Spaces are limited so early booking is recommended. Book online at www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/islandwalks. Take a boat trip to our unique reserve and join the warden for an escorted walk around the Island. During the 3 hour visit we’ll help you spot the Island’s key wildlife. You’ll also learn about the Trust’s work and the challenges of island life. After the guided walk there’s an optional slide show in Jetty Cottage or time to independently explore the island.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended. Book online at www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/islandwalks. Take a boat trip to our unique reserve and join the warden for an escorted walk around the Island. During the 3 hour visit we will help you spot the Island’s key wildlife. You will also learn about the Trust’s work and the challenges of island life. After the guided walk there’s an optional slide show in Jetty Cottage or time to independently explore the island.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Walk down a flower-filled valley to the beach where peregrine falcons and seals are common visitors. Bring a picnic for the end of the walk. Please note some paths on this walk will be rugged and steep.

Join us for an afternoon rockpool ramble. Free to members, £1.50 to non-members. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

A day to celebrate our coast and sea, with lots of activities going on from sand sculpture competitions to storytelling, rockpool rambles to guided walks. Free but donations welcome.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. LIMITED PLACES. A hunt for crabs, eels and worms of many species. Our expert Matt Slater will introduce you to the wonders of rockpools.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL for this Newquay north coast trip. A slow ride around Newquay headlands and then out to sea to look for kittiwakes, fulmars, gannets, cormorants, terns, seals possibly dolphins and basking sharks. . £20 per adult and £15 for child up to 12 years.

Local diver, Matt Nott, shares his photos of underwater wildlife in the Looe Voluntary Marine Conservation Area. A unique insight into our marine landscapes and the lives of some fascinating animals. Free. Donations to Looe Marine Conservation Group welcome. All under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Cornwall Wildlife Trust, National Trust and Cornwall Council are joining forces to bring you a marine day you will never forget! Come and celebrate our seas in Polzeath and go rock pooling with marine experts, create beach sculptures, take part in an arts/crafts animation or learn to save dolphins with marine life rescue experts! Free, but donations to the Polzeath Marine Centre welcome.

Join the experts and discover the wonders of Looe’s fantastic rockpools. The event is free but donations to Looe Marine Conservation Group welcome.

Come and support our stall at this fun annual event. Marine crafts, demonstration tank and information about our amazing local marine wildlife and the group’s work.
Free. Donations to Looe Marine Conservation Group welcome.

Learn about the rich variety of minibeasts and the important work they do in our environment.

Booking is essential as places are limited. Come along to learn about marine plants and animals, and discover how the Intertidal Discovery Project team have been surveying the entire north coast of Cornwall. The event is free.

We will be photographing flowers, birds, butterflies, dragonflies and other wildlife around the lakes, meadows and woodlands. There is no charge but you can make a donation to charity (£3 - £5 suggested).

BOOKING ESSENTIAL for this Newquay north coast trip. A slow ride around Newquay headlands and then out to sea to look for kittiwakes, fulmars, gannets, cormorants, terns, seals possibly dolphins and basking sharks. . £20 per adult and £15 for child up to 12 years.

Join us for a stunning walk across heathland and discover the different species of plants and coastal birds on our way to Land’s End. There are toilets in the car park. Steep initial steps.

Join us for a walk along the North coast from Botallack (near St Just) to Kenidjack Head. Parking and toilets are available at the Botallack Count House. Easy walking.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Join us for a walk on Meddon Moor. From the source of the Tamar, across rough Culm grassland to look for orchids. This is an iconic location being both the source of the river that separates us from England as well as rare Culm grassland. Dogs are not permitted on this walk as there are cattle there. This event is free.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL This event is for beginners so please don’t feel you’re under pressure, we will be taking things in steps to get to know your camera and settings in the wild. £10 per person. Non Cornwall Wildlife Trust members £15.

An opportunity to learn about the life in a pond and how they should be managed.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Become a seashore detective and discover secrets of tidal rockpools.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Philip Hambly will be showing us around his beautiful wildlife gardens with its walks and lakes. This is a great area for butterflies, dragonflies and wild flowers. There will be Cornwall Wildlife Trust goods, plants, cakes and wildlife books on sale and a fundraising Tombola. £4 entry. Contact -Philip and Faith Hambly (01503) 220385. ‘Lethytep’, Penadlake, Lanreath

ADVANCED BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Please make cheques payable to “Helford Marine Conservation Group” and send, with SAE for tickets, to Sue Scott, Little Helland, Treverva, Penryn TR10 9BP marking envelope ‘Cruise’. Enjoy the Helford wildlife scene on a boat trip upriver from the mouth of the estuary with local experts, displays and children’s activities. Adults £8 and Under-18s £4.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Join our expert in seeking out the secrets found within the rockpools. Learn how to record your findings.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL for this Newquay north coast trip. A slow ride around Newquay headlands and then out to sea to look for kittiwakes, fulmars, gannets, cormorants, terns, seals possibly dolphins and basking sharks. . £20 per adult and £15 for child up to 12 years.

Join us at Churchtown Farm Community Nature Reserve where we will be identifying different species of wild flowers that grow there. Sorry no dogs.

Potager Garden provides a relaxed environment with an informal mix of herbaceous planting accentuated with vegetables and fruit. The glasshouse café serves freshly made inventive meals and home-made cakes. Hammocks and games create a leisurely atmosphere and make Potager a friendly and peaceful retreat. £2.50, £2 concessions, children free. Toilet facilities. Dogs welcome on a lead.

Visit a site with a rich diversity of plants and insects and learn how to photograph them.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Five day course where you will learn how to create exciting wildlife films through learning the skills of camera work, editing and story creation. You will be filming at the best wildlife locations in Cornwall, including some select Trust nature reserves. Course attendees will have the opportunity to showcase their work on the Trust's website. Course costs £250.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Did you know crabs can breathe through their armpits? Find out more fascinating facts about crabs and other crustaceans at this interactive event. Learn how our local fishermen catch really big crabs and lobsters – Taste the difference between brown crab and spider crab and discover why we should all support this important local fishery. The event is free. All under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. Spaces are limited so early booking is recommended. Book online at www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/islandwalks. Take a boat trip to our unique reserve and join the warden for an escorted walk around the Island. During the 3 hour visit we’ll help you spot the Island’s key wildlife. You’ll also learn about the Trust’s work and the challenges of island life. After the guided walk there’s an optional slide show in Jetty Cottage or time to independently explore the island.

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. Spaces are limited so early booking is recommended. Book online at www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/islandwalks. Take a boat trip to our unique reserve and join the warden for an escorted walk around the Island. During the 3 hour visit we’ll help you spot the Island’s key wildlife. You’ll also learn about the Trust’s work and the challenges of island life. After the guided walk there’s an optional slide show in Jetty Cottage or time to independently explore the island.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. For this Newquay North coastal trip. A slow ride around Newquay headlands and then out to sea to look for kittiwakes, fulmars, gannets, cormorants, terns, seals possibly dolphins and basking sharks. £20 per adult and £15 for child up to 12 years.

Country crafts & stalls, falconry display, guided walks, etc. Free Entrance. Dogs on lead.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Join Cornwall Wildlife Trust marine experts on a guided snorkel of the Helford Eelgrass beds. All children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. The event is free.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. This is for beginners so please don’t feel you’re under pressure, we will be taking things in steps to get to know your camera and settings in the wild. £10 per person. Non Cornwall Wildlife Trust members. £15.

Compare the plants and animals of a herb-rich hay-meadow with neighbouring wetland pasture.

Join us at Churchtown Farm Community Nature Reserve where we will identify butterflies and moths . Sorry no dogs.

Come along to help find an identify some of the dragonflies on our Breney reserve with dragonfly expert Steve Jones and Dave Thomas. Pond dipping to find dragonfly larvae. This is ideal for beginners.

Overlooking the beautiful Carminowe Valley towards Loe Pool this abundant garden combines native oak woodland, babbling brook and large natural pond with more formal area. Wild flower meadow, mown pathways, shrubberies, orchard, nectar beds, cutting garden, tulips in spring and roses in early summer provide huge contrast. Gravel paths and slopes. Refreshments available. Dogs on lead. Adult £4.00, U16 free.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. For those finding the usual rambles a challenge this rock pool discovery event will be easily accessible for all ages and abilities. Meeting at the marine centre you can be taken by 4x4 or beach wheelchair (2 available) to a beach base near the rock pools where a table top laboratory will be set up enabling us all to see just what can be found on our rocky shore. Free for Polzeath Marine Conservation Group Friends, £2 for all others. Carers free.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended. Book online at www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/islandwalks. Take a boat trip to our unique reserve and join the warden for an escorted walk around the island. During the 3 hour visit we will help you spot the island’s key wildlife. You will also learn about the Trust’s work and the challenges of island life. After the guided walk there’s an optional slide show in Jetty Cottage or time to independently explore the island.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended. Book online at www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/islandwalks. Take a boat trip to our unique reserve and join the warden for an escorted walk around the island. During the 3 hour visit we will help you spot the island’s key wildlife. You will also learn about the Trust’s work and the challenges of island life. After the guided walk there’s an optional slide show in Jetty Cottage or time to independently explore the island.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Discover the wildlife on the rocky shore of the Polzeath VMCA with marine wildlife experts. Free for Polzeath Marine Conservation Group Friends, £2 for all others.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Discover the wildlife on the rocky shore of the Polzeath VMCA with marine wildlife experts. Free for Polzeath Marine Conservation Group Friends, £2 for all others.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Come along to Loe beach for a fascinating marine day – learn about the amazing marine wildlife within Falmouth and Helford Special Area for Conservation. Visit the shore lab and come along on the shore exploration and shore search survey. The event is free.

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. Come along to Loe beach for a fascinating marine day – learn about the amazing marine wildlife within Falmouth and Helford Special Area for Conservation. Visit the shore lab and come along on the shore exploration and shore search survey. All under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

Join the experts and discover the wonders of Looe’s fantastic rockpools. The event is free.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. For this Newquay North coastal trip. A slow ride around Newquay headlands and then out to sea to look for kittiwakes, fulmars, gannets, cormorants, terns, seals possibly dolphins and basking sharks. . £20 per adult and £15 for child up to 12 years.

Join marine life experts to look for and learn about whales, dolphins, seals, sharks and ocean sunfish and enjoy one of the most beautiful coastal views in Cornwall! Free but donations welcome.

Join marine life experts to look for and learn about whales, dolphins, seals, sharks and ocean sunfish and enjoy beautiful view! The event is free.

Visit a site with a rich diversity of plants and insects and learn how to photograph them.

Join us at Hidden Valley, a 3.5 acre cottage style garden. Where there will be herbaceous perennials, shrubs & grasses. Collections of agapanthus, dahlia & corcosmia. . Adult £4.00 U16 free. Refreshments available. Plant sales. Dogs on a lead. Toilet facilities available.

Make your own magical underwater scene to hang in your window at home to remind you of Polzeath. Free for Polzeath Marine Conservation Group Friends, £2 for all others.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Suitable for beginner snorkelers - Lead by Cornwall Wildlife Trust Marine Conservation Officers, this 1 day course will teach you how to get the best out of snorkelling in UK waters plus discover the wonderful wildlife that live under the ocean's waves within the Fal and Helford Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Maximum number of participants on course 12. All snorkel equipment including wetsuit, mask, snorkel and fins are provided - by kind donation from Dive Newquay.

Join marine life experts to look for and learn about whales, dolphins, seals, sharks and ocean sunfish and enjoy beautiful view! The event is free.

Join marine life experts to look for and learn about whales, dolphins, seals, sharks and ocean sunfish and enjoy beautiful view! The event is free.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Five day course where you will learn how to create exciting wildlife films through learning the skills of camera work, editing and story creation. You will be filming at the best wildlife locations in Cornwall, including some select Trust nature reserves. Course attendees will have the opportunity to showcase their work on the Trust's website. Course costs £250.

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. Spaces are limited so early booking is recommended. Book online at www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/islandwalks. Take a boat trip to our unique reserve and join the warden for an escorted walk around the Island. During the 3 hour visit we’ll help you spot the Island’s key wildlife. You’ll also learn about the Trust’s work and the challenges of island life. After the guided walk there’s an optional slide show in Jetty Cottage or time to independently explore the island.

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. Spaces are limited so early booking is recommended. Book online at www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/islandwalks. Take a boat trip to our unique reserve and join the warden for an escorted walk around the Island. During the 3 hour visit we’ll help you spot the Island’s key wildlife. You’ll also learn about the Trust’s work and the challenges of island life. After the guided walk there’s an optional slide show in Jetty Cottage or time to independently explore the island.

Free family fun! Join the Looe Marine Conservation Group volunteers to find marine treasures and learn about wildlife on the shore. Make your own sea picture. The event is free but donations to Looe Marine Conservation Group welcome.

Crustacean talks by Matt Slater of Cornwall Wildlife Trust. Arts and Crafts for children. This event is free.

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. Spaces are limited so early booking is recommended. Book online at www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/islandwalks. Take a boat trip to our unique reserve and join the warden for an escorted walk around the Island. During the 3 hour visit we’ll help you spot the Island’s key wildlife. You’ll also learn about the Trust’s work and the challenges of island life. After the guided walk there’s an optional slide show in Jetty Cottage or time to independently explore the island.

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. Spaces are limited so early booking is recommended. Book online at www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk/islandwalks. Take a boat trip to our unique reserve and join the warden for an escorted walk around the Island. During the 3 hour visit we’ll help you spot the Island’s key wildlife. You’ll also learn about the Trust’s work and the challenges of island life. After the guided walk there’s an optional slide show in Jetty Cottage or time to independently explore the island.

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. Come along and find out about the incredible marine life of the Manacles reef, site of a recommended Marine Conservation Zone. Qualified divers are invited to take part in a Seasearch survey shore dive and find out how important divers observations are to marine conservation. For those without diving experience Porthkerris staff will be running try dives from the beach at a discount rate for people 14years and over. Parking £2, Shore dive £5, Try dive cost TBC.

Investigate the fascinating rock pools at Prisk Cove and discover the hidden world of crabs, fish, sea-anemones and strange shellfish with marine authority Ruth Williams.

Join us in a 4 acre garden around a 17th century farmhouse in lovely pastoral setting, not a road in sight! Emphasis on unusual plants, structure and form. Courtyard, listed garden walls, yew rooms, vegetable garden, traditional potting shed, orchard, new woodland area and gravel garden with panoramic views. Ancient green lane circular walk through woods with wildlife interest including pond with tree fern grove. Bat colony for an Animal Guide to Britain, featured on BBC2. Adult £3.50, Child U16

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Suitable for beginner snorkelers - Lead by Cornwall Wildlife Trust Marine Conservation Officers, this 1 day course will teach you how to get the best out of snorkelling in UK waters plus discover the wonderful wildlife that live under the ocean's waves within the Fal and Helford Special Area of Conservation (SAC). All snorkel equipment including wetsuit, mask, snorkel and fins are provided - by kind donation from Dive Newquay.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Five day course where you will learn how to create exciting wildlife films through learning the skills of camera work, editing and story creation. You will be filming at the best wildlife locations in Cornwall, including some select Trust nature reserves. Course attendees will have the opportunity to showcase their work on the Trust's website. Course costs £250.