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.
News from ranger Chris after the storms
30 Jan 2026
There is another tree down at ponts mill, hopefully this will be cleared next week.
The trees on the lower path have been cleared.
The path at ponts near the first bridge has started to erode due to the river coming up, I will monitor this and will arrange for it to be repaired.
14 Jan 2026
The bridge at blackhill carpark is being replaced, the team have started this week. Apologies about the sort notice, I knew it was due to be done but did not have a date.
There is a temporary bridge next to it for the public to use. There are a couple of trees down on the lower tramway, the largest one you can go through the kiln store to avoid it.
I will get this cleared but it may take some time as there are so many trees down across all the sites.
The lower path is currently blocked with a large beach tree, I will get this cleared even it is just to make a gap to be able to get past
We have had a few section of the leat bank collapse near the blackhill car park. A safety barrier is up and I am awaiting for a team to view it, I will keep you updated
Vandalism in the valley
Vandalism in the valley
Unfortunately, we have had more vandalism in the valley,
this time around the wheel pit.
Boards and signage were deliberately damaged
Please could you let me know if you see anything/anyone that might cause concern re potential vandalism, and I will forward on to the appropriate person in the council
Robin Stephenson
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.
Our new 2022 Valley Guidebook is here!
The long-awaited Friends of Luxulyan Valley’s 64-page souvenir guide to the Valley is now available to buy online or in local shops. Our new edition includes an A4 colour map of the area and is packed with photographs old and new in full colour throughout. The story charts the history of the Valley from Medieval times to its zenith during the Age of Enlightenment, when the ingenuity and ambition of one man created an industrial powerhouse, the remaining structures and landscape of which has earned the Valley its World Heritage status.
Our guide also provides information on common flora and fauna that might be seen when visiting, with numerous recommended walks to help readers discover the many historic and natural wonders of the Valley for themselves.
See our Shop page for more details.
Upcoming events
Volunteer day - Luxulyan Valley
Thu 12th Feb 2026, 9:30am to 3:00pm
Luxulyan Valley Thursday 12th February 9.30am – 3pm
Wheelpit area, we will be tidying around the wheelpit and continuing with clearing the drains on the old tram line.
Meet 9.30am at the wheelpit
SX06580 56707.
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Cornwall Heritage Trust - Nature Discovery Day
Tue 17th Feb 2026, 11:00am to 2:00pm
Interactive map
Learn more about the Valley and plan your trip with our interactive map.
