Events

 

We host a variety of events at least once a month that range from talks by invited speakers to themed walks in the Valley or sometimes trips to local places of interest. Indoor talks take place in the village hall, Luxulyan. Our events are not only a chance to learn more about the Valley's history and nature, but an oportunity to socialise with fellow enthusiasts and like minded people. 

We also support our Valley ranger to manage the natural landscape through organised volunteer work parties.  

Unless otherwise stated, members attend events free of charge and non-members pay £2.00. Work parties are free volunteer days, open to all.



April 2024

3 Apr

Beavers on the River Tamar (and beyond)

Wed 3rd Apr 2024, 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Beavers on the River Tamar (and beyond).
A talk by Matt Holden, Devon Beaver Project Officer.
Lanhydrock Memorial Hall, PL30 5AE, Wednesday 3rd April, 19:00 to 21:00 (approx.)

Beavers are back – after 400 years there are now free-living beavers from Cornwall to
Scotland, as well as some 35 enclosed family groups. The difference an active family of
beavers can make to the landscape is impressive, and the benefits for biodiversity, flood
alleviation, drought limitation and sustainable management are well documented. After
several mysterious arrivals and a couple of inadvertent escapes beavers have spread
widely through the river Tamar and are popping up on other catchments. Where are they
now? How can they be tracked? Are they easy to watch? How can we help in monitoring
and surveying beaver activity? What are the negatives and what support is available if
they turn up unannounced and start nibbling your trees? These and many other questions
will be addressed.
Matt is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable speaker and this will be a thought provoking
and educational evening.

Doors open at 19:00. Entry will be £3 for paid-up Cornwall Mammal Group members
and students and £5 for everyone else. You will be able to join the Group on the night
for the princely sum of £5/year. (Nov. to Nov.). The Memorial Hall is located on the B3268
just south of the Lanhydrock roundabout. SX080633, What 3 Words:nursery.gravy.protected.

Teas, coffees and cake is included. We will be holding a raffle to raise money to support the Devon Beaver Project (it
covers a big chunk of Cornwall, so that’s OK).

Enquiries: cornwallmammals@btinternet.com or check out our website www.cornwallmammals.org

27 Apr

Newquay's Blue Reef Aquarium

Sat 27th Apr 2024, 10:30am to 2:00pm

 

Newquay Aquarium.

Marvel at over 40 naturally themed displays and the underwater walk-through tunnel of the world's oceans.  

Reduced entrance fee of £7.50 for FoLV Members.  £10 for Non-members.

Meet: Blue Reef Aquarium, Towan Promenade, Newquay TR7 1DU at 10.30am



May 2024

15 May

Mapping the Luxulyan Valley's Heritage

Wed 15th May 2024, 7:30pm to 9:00pm

 

A presentation by David Skelhorn on the recording of the Valley's heritage and industrial past. 

Meet: Luxulyan Village Hall, PL30 5QA



June 2024

15 Jun

Wheal Martyn visit

Sat 15th Jun 2024, 10:30am to 12:30pm

  

A guided tour of this museum celebrating how China Clay has shaped Cornwall's landscape, its economy, and people. 

Reduced entrance fee of £7.00 for FoLV Members.  

Meet: Wheal Martyn, St Austell PL26 8XG at 10.30am



July 2024

14 Jul

Coastal Boat Trip

Sun 14th Jul 2024, 10:45am to 1:00pm

 

A 2-hour trip from Mevagissey including lunch. 

BOOKING ESSENTIAL - only 12 places available.  Contact Tracy to book: tel. 07785 741287, or email: tracyclimber@hotmail.com

Open to FoLV Members only,  £10 per person. 

Meet: By the lighthouse, the outer harbour at 10.45am