Tor to Shore (Cornwall’s Nature Protection Project)
Tor to Shore is Cornwall’s project to protect the county’s amazing nature and wildlife, with volunteers helping to rewild local areas and promote sustainable farming around Helman Tor, Par River and St Austell Bay.
Local heathland habitats have declined by around 85% in just 150 years, so restoring them can help a range of local birds including cuckoos, yellowhammers, grasshopper warblers & stonechats. Along with helping local willow tits (one of England’s rarest birds) and the rare marsh fritillary butterfly.
If walking in nature, follow the Countryside Code, to keep all creatures safe. Also read about keeping dogs safe by the seaside.
Cornwall’s Warm Climate (good for tropical gardens)
The Lost Gardens of Heligan near St Austell were rediscovered in 1990, after being lost to overgrowth since World War 1. It was even found that the names of gardeners had been etched into the walls, before they went off to serve.
Dogs are allowed in some areas (not the Burma Rope Bridge) but due to lack of shady parking areas, they recommend not visiting these areas.
Similarly, dogs are now allowed in some areas of the nearby Eden Project (the biomes are too hot). Read updated information to know when and what to visit, to avoid leaving dogs in cars.
If planting tropical flowers, read up on pet-friendly gardens. Also know of trees to avoid near horses (including yew, oak and sycamore).
