Welcome to The Friends of Luxulyan Valley
Luxulyan Valley is a beautiful wooded valley in mid Cornwall through which runs the river Par. It was designated as part of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site in 2006 for the fascinating early 19th century industrial remains that can be found throughout the area.
The Friends of Luxulyan Valley are a group concerned with the conservation of the Valley. We were established in 1997 and have links with Cornwall Council and the Footpath Committees of Luxulyan and Lanlivery parishes. We are also members of The Conservation Volunteers. Our objectives are to promote, preserve and protect the valley.
You can help us by joining the Friends to keep this treasure for future generations; individual membership costs just £8 per year, joint membership £10 and family membership £12. Members get a quarterly newsletter and free entry to most of our events.
PATH CLOSURE DUE TO UNSTABLE TREE
The loop path up through Trethevy woods, part of the velvet path above the waterfall, needs to remain closed for safety. We have repeatedly had to replace the mesh and sign over the path as someone is moving it to one side, and recently it was found to have been removed completely from beside the waterfall.
The risk of the tree falling has increased now that it is in leaf, as the increased weight especially when wet is creating more force on the unstable union and roots. The tree is regularly reviewed by the Ranger and the gap between the two trunks has increased; there is clear sky visible between the two canopies indicating that the trunks are moving apart. It is not a simple task to fell the tree and it has been classified as unsafe to climb.
The tree team will review the situation. Until the problem is resolved please use the old short cut from by the waterfall to access the top track and don’t interfere with the signage; leave it so that everyone can make their own informed decision whether to comply or not.
Thanks for your co-operation.
(20th June 2023)
Our Valley Needs You.
The Friends of Luxulyan Valley are looking for volunteers to help strengthen its Board of Trustees.
We would be happy to hear from anyone interested in ‘getting involved’ in the promotion, conservation and preservation of the Luxulyan Valley, safeguarding its flora, fauna, historic artefacts and unique atmosphere, whilst still providing a place of rest and relaxation.
Please get in touch via the ‘Contact us’ facility on this website for more information.
Trethevy Loop Path closed
On the advice of the Council's tree experts the Trethevy loop path has been closed. There is a large twin stemmed beech on the corner that is threatening to split apart and fall on to the path. It is also unsafe to climb.
The path is closed on either side and a sign has been added at the far end down by the mines.
Her Majesty the Queen
We would like to express our sadness at the recent loss of Her Majesty the Queen and our thanks for her lifelong service and being our strength and stay.
Path Closure
The path alongside the Fowey Consols leat is currently closed as preparations are being made for planned leat repairs to commence to prevent water leaks. The path closure is for safety reasons, whilst materials are being transported with a barrow that requires the full width of the path, and whilst works are ongoing on the narrow bank.
Upcoming events
Cornish Crosses
Wed 17th Jan 2024, 7:30pm to 9:00pm
Cornish Crosses.
A presentation by Andrew Langdon on their distribution, age, design and reasons for being set up.
Meet: Luxulyan Village Hall, PL30 5QA
Members - Free. Non-members - £2
Gorran Haven
Wed 28th Feb 2024, 7:30pm to 9:00pm
Gorran Haven.
A presentation by Michael Bunny on the history of this village originally called Portheast.
Meet: Luxulyan Village Hall, PL30 5QA
Members - Free. Non-members - £2
Interactive map
Learn more about the Valley and plan your trip with our interactive map.
