County Geology Sites
Cornwall has some of the richest and most varied geology in the British Isles. This, combined with its long coastline and complex mining history, means that the county contains a large number of sites worthy of conservation.
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Take Action for Insects
Will you help the most important creatures on the planet? 41% of insect species face extinction.
Cornwall Wildlife Trust welcomes new 25 year Environment Plan but highlights action is key
Cornwall Wildlife Trust welcomes the Government’s 25 year Environment Plan which was released today. Many of the policies outlined in the plan align closely with the Trust’s own ambitions; namely…
My recovery plan
Michelle was diagnosed with breast cancer in the summer of 2014. After undergoing a life-saving operation and an intensive chemotherapy course, she is on the road to recovery.
Wildlife…
Cornwall Wildlife Trust calls for more political action to reverse nature’s devastating decline
Leading wildlife organisations, including The Wildlife Trusts, publish a landmark State of Nature 2023 report. It shows that nature is continuing to decline at an alarming rate across the UK,…
Actions for wildlife
From building a bug hotel to creating a garden pond, here are some ideas for things you can do yourself at home to help wildlife.
Heath fritillary
The rare heath fritillary was on the brink of extinction in the 1970s, but conservation action turned its fortunes around. It is still confined to a small number of sites in the south of England,…
The first World Sand Dune Day puts a spotlight on at-risk sand creatures and biodiversity
Today marks the first World Sand Dune Day and is the first awareness day of its kind celebrating the beauty and biodiversity of sand dunes.
Our reaction to Monday's fire at Bartinney Downs Nature Reserve
Cornwall Wildlife Trust is deeply saddened to report that over 120 acres of land has been burned to the ground as a result of a major gorse fire at Bartinney Downs Nature Reserve.
My rock gig
Peter is fanning the flames of his love for geology, as he burns the bramble they have cleared to reveal rock formations on Portway Hill. He is a geologist, with the Black Country Geological…