Cornwall Heritage Trust

Cornwall Heritage Trust is an independent charity which aims to preserve and strengthen (“gwytha ha crefhe”) Cornwall’s unique and distinct heritage for future generations.

All over Cornwall, there are heritage sites that are uncared for and at risk – some that are even lost forever. There are Cornish traditions, ranging from gig building and wrestling to shanty singing and dancing, which need our support to flourish. Cornwall is incredibly special and we need to connect people with its landscape, traditions and communities to keep its story alive. That’s where Cornwall Heritage Trust comes in.

We protect 13 of Cornwall’s most iconic and important historic sites such as Treffry Viaduct, Castle an Dinas, the Hurler Stone Circles, and Sancreed Beacon, which are all open to the general public and free to enter. We run a highly successful education programme, offer support to other heritage organisations and provide school transport grants, which enable children to visit ancient sites, museums and historic properties across Cornwall.

Cornwall Heritage Trust is a small independent charity and it’s because of our members and generous donations that we can continue this vital work. There are individual, joint, family and concession memberships available starting from just £15 a year, and your support means we can help Cornwall’s heritage flourish and offer universal access to some of its most special places.

Members receive a wealth of benefits as a thank you for their support. These include free entry to the sites in Cornwall owned by English Heritage – including Tintagel Castle, Restormel Castle, St Mawes Castle, Pendennis Castle, Launceston Castle and Chysauster Ancient Village –, free entry to Geevor Tin Mine Museum, discounted entry to heritage partner organisations, guided walks, special events and much more!