Wildlife Zones of a Cornish Hedge There are three main wildlife zones hedge....This array of available niches, with their continuous history, has encouraged a rich population of native plants and animals....Today, Cornish hedges form vital refuges for wildlife, as well as being migration corridors.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/trees-hedges-and-woodlands/hedges/exploring-cornish-hedges/

Last updated: 07/05/2024 09:56:39

Working Together to Showcase the Most Authentic Cornwall We are excited to announce that as of 1 September 2023 the Made in Cornwall Scheme has now partnered with Shop Cornish....Read the press release below on the Shop Cornish website....Read the press release If you would like to register your interest in being part of Shop Cornish and the Made in Cornwall Scheme, please contact hello@shopcornish.com.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/business-trading-and-licences/business-regulatory-support/news/made-in-cornwall-partners-with-shop-cornish/

Last updated: 13/09/2023 14:27:19

The new purpose built archive facility also holds a number of other records useful in researching family history, including Methodist registers of baptisms, marriages and burials....Cornwall Family History Society also has a wide range of indexes, census records and other material as well as a comprehensive store of local and background information.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/births-marriages-deaths/cornwall-registration-service/family-history/

Last updated: 27/05/2026 11:43:00

What makes the Cornish landscape so special?...The Cornish landscape is the backdrop to our daily lives....For some it’s a view, others its Cornish hedges, or swallows in summer.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/cornish-landscape/

Last updated: 19/03/2025 12:34:08

You can find information on these pages about the Cornish Language and how you can use it.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/parks-leisure-and-culture/the-cornish-language/

Last updated: 21/03/2024 11:50:21

Do you want to start learning Cornish?...The Go Cornish website has everything you need to start learning Cornish....Find a Cornish class Learn some words and phrases Download a Cornish language learning app Visit the Go Cornish website WJEC Qualification in Cornish Language The WJEC (Welsh Joint Education Committee) now offers an Entry Level language qualification in Cornish.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/parks-leisure-and-culture/the-cornish-language/cornish-language-programme/learn-cornish/

Last updated: 16/07/2025 10:22:57

This included the protection and promotion of the Cornish language.The Cornish were recognised by the UK Government as a national minority in 2014 with the same status as the Welsh and Scottish.The deal recognised Cornwall’s diverse and unique history, with a strong sense of place that fosters a proud distinctive identity.Read a full report on the devolution project: Cornish Distinctiveness Programme 2024Below is a summary of funded projects: A – Cornish language for childrenProjects to create more opportunities for children to learn and use Kernewek, the Cornish language.GoCornish – Additional resources created for teachers....D – Cornish intangible cultural heritageProjects to provide opportunities to learn more about Cornish intangible cultural heritage....Capturing high quality footage and photographs of Cornish wrestling.Cornish Dance – Providing development opportunities for Cornish dance leaders. testing models for engaging children and families with Cornish dance.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/parks-leisure-and-culture/culture-and-creative-economy/projects/cornish-distinctiveness/cornish-distinctiveness-projects/

Last updated: 25/08/2026 09:01:58

The Chough is in the county's coat of arms alongside the miner and the fisherman, reflecting the bird's importance in Cornish culture. ...In Cornish legend it is said that King Arthur transformed into a chough when he died with the red feet and beak representing his violent, bloody end....The return of the Cornish Chough Conservation organisations have been working for many years to secure more and quality habitat.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/countryside/wildlife/the-cornish-chough/

Last updated: 10/05/2021 08:30:50

Gwennap Pit is an open air amphitheatre, near Redruth in Cornwall, made famous by John Wesley, the founder of Methodism.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/parks-leisure-and-culture/parks-and-open-spaces/gwennap-pit/

Last updated: 22/03/2022 12:27:28

Find out about the History of the Definitive Map and Statement. The Definitive Map was prepared under the provisions of the National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act 1949. This required Surveying Authorities (generally County Councils) to prepare maps and statements of public rights of way, an often long and complex procedure.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/countryside/definitive-map-and-statement/history-of-the-definitive-map-and-statement/

Last updated: 03/06/2021 08:31:21