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HeathFest 2007

Guided Walk

Location:
Wheal Peevor near Redruth
Date:
Sun 09 September
Time:
11.00–12.30
Description:
Join us on a guided walk around Wheal Peevor, a unique, three engine house mine site newly conserved by Kerrier District Council and soon to be made accessible to the public.
Cost:
free
Meet:
outside the former Chapel in Radnor (SW 706 442). Access is from the Redruth turning off the A30. Go north off the roundabout following signs to North Country. At the crossroads turn right towards Radnor. The Chapel is about half a mile further on the right-hand side.
Bring:
stout footwear.
Booking:
on 01872 323468 (9am–5pm week days only).
Leader:
Martin Ackerley of Kerrier District Council and wildlife expert Rory Goodall.
For:
Adults Only

Recycling Landscape – Mimicking Nature

Location:
Wheal Peevor near Redruth
Date:
Sun 09 September
Time:
13.00–17.00
Description:
Join us in a creative child and family workshop using recycled materials. Explore the wildlife around the mine site and see how nature can reclaim even the most industrially decimated landscape. We will start with sketches on site and continue at Treleigh Primary School (a short walk away). Suitable for all ages but under 10s to be accompanied by an adult.
Cost:
free
Meet:
at the start of the Wheal Peevor site. Park outside the former Chapel in Radnor (SW 706 442) (see above). In the event of poor weather the creative workshop will start at Treleigh School at 2pm.
Bring:
stout footwear and bring refreshments, if required.
Booking:
essential as numbers are limited, so ring 01872 323468 (9am–5pm week days only).
Leader:
Rory Goodall, wildlife and history guide, and heritage artist Diane Spiers.
For:
Family

Wild Weekends in West Cornwall

Location:
Land’s End
Date:
Sun 09 September Every Sunday in Sept 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th
Time:
Time of start and finish varies weekly.
Description:
4-hour overland safari-style tour around the Land’s End peninsular. Explore the scenery and wildlife of West Cornwall’s heathland, ablaze with colour from cliff to hilltop. Look for reptiles, mammals, insects and birds – including seasonal rarities. This rugged granite landscape boasts one of the highest concentrations of ancient sites in Britain and was recently awarded World Heritage status.
Cost:
£35 adults, £25 children (suitable for over 10s only) -10% of cost will be donated to Cornwall Wildlife Trust.
Meet:
at Bus & Train Station, Penzance Harbour (SW 477 303).
Bring:
packed lunch, strong shoes, weather appropriate clothing. Short walks part of the itinerary.
Booking:
essential so contact the leader on 01736 811200 / 07971 540280.
Leader:
Rory Goodall (Elemental Tours).
For:
Family

Wildlife Gem in the Heart of Cornwall

Location:
Goss Moor
Date:
Sun 09 September
Time:
10.30–12.30 (Followed by a free BBQ where you can sample a ‘Beef from the Heath’ burger.)
Description:
Join us on a guided walk and find out how Goss Moor’s past use has led it to become one of the top wildlife sites in Europe and why cattle and farmers are so important in managing the Moor today.
Cost:
free
Meet:
TBC
Bring:
outdoor clothing and footwear and bring water to drink.
Booking:
essential so ring Nicholas Marriott on 01726 828183 for details of where to meet.
Leader:
Martin Davey (Mid-Cornwall Moors LIFE Project).
For:
Family