Cornwall National Landscape (AONB)

Our Charity

The protected landscape covers 1/3 of Cornwall. There is a need to do more to help communities, the environment, landscape and seascape, nature recovery and climate crisis we are facing.

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We need your support

Your donation is vital to the work of our charity, helping us to raise awareness of Cornwall National Landscape and support great practical projects which conserve and enhance natural beauty.

Help care for Cornwall's landscape

When you donate to the Cornwall National Landscape (AONB) Trust, you’re not just a donor—you become an essential part of a community dedicated to the conservation and enhancement of the protected landscape. Your financial contribution goes directly to caring for the National Landscape, primarily by supporting local projects via our Cornwall Landscape Grant fund.

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Become a business supporter

Business Supporters boost our ability to conserve and enhance the landscape, supporting local communities, the environment, nature and climate outcomes through corporate social responsibility and unlocking opportunities for Cornwall National Landscape.

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By donating YOU help us to…

Discover how your generous donation directly contributes to community wellbeing, educational outreach, and the proactive management of Cornwall’s protected landscape.

Empower individuals to conserve and enhance the landscape.

Inspire visitors to care for the beautiful landscape.

Provide vital funds to ensure the resilience of Cornwall National Landscape.

Increase access for all to the protected landscape.

The Trust

Meet the dedicated team behind the Cornwall National Landscape (AONB) Trust, all passionate about conserving and enhancing our beautiful Cornish landscapes.

Board of trustees

Meet our Board of Trustees, the guiding force behind our conservation and community efforts in the protected landscape

Ex-officio

Introducing members who provide valuable expertise and guidance to support our mission.

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Peter Lefort

Cornwall National Landscapes Partnership Chair

Peter sits on the Trust board through his role as Chair of the Cornwall National Landscape Partnership. He runs the Green Futures Network at the University of Exeter, connecting the latest environmental and climate research with governments, communities, and organisations taking action. He is also a Director of Sustainable Food Cornwall, and Chairs the Cornwall Voluntary Sector Forum Climate and Environment Alliance. Peter is also a coach, facilitator, and trainer, working to support organisations to respond to complex and uncertain challenges. Previously, Peter was Co-Chair of the international Transition Network for 7 years, supporting a global movement of grassroots climate projects.

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Emma Browning

Manager for the Cornwall National Landscape Team and Partnership

Emma leads the Cornwall National Landscape, strategically conserving natural beauty for people, place, nature, and climate. She builds strong relationships with local, regional, and national organisations and manages high-value funding agreements and projects aligned with DEFRA's priorities, NLHF's principles, and National Landscape's objectives. Previously, Emma was the UK Environment Manager for Scottish Power Renewables, overseeing environmental compliance for multi-million pound projects. She holds a first-class honours degree in Physical Geography and Environmental Science from the University of Sheffield.

Become a Business Supporter

By becoming a business supporter of the Cornwall National Landscape Trust, you elevate your position within the community. Your corporate and social responsibility is better leveraged through meaningful contributions to environmental conservation and community wellbeing. In return, enjoy heightened brand visibility across our various platforms and tap into our expert network for valuable insights in sustainable practices and community development. Together we can take care of the landscape and environment for a more sustainable future.

We offer grant funding to conserve and enhance our protected landscape in Cornwall

The Cornwall Landscape Grant has been set up to enable local organisations, communities, individuals and businesses to deliver projects that support the policies, aims and objectives of the Cornwall National Landscape.

Our charity fund seeks to support local projects

We will provide grants up to £500 to either help small scale projects ‘get off the ground’ or as part of a larger-scale endeavour.

Find out more at grant funding page

Latest funded projects

Bees Connection at Bosavern Community Farm

Restoration of natural habitats, creation of a nature trail and wildflower meadow. This community space is excellent for Cornish black bees and other pollinators.

Pigshill and Clarick Woods

Planting of 420 trees to enhance the woodland and improve resilience. This project involved local communities and volunteers at Rame Head.
View all ELF Projects

We can only achieve great things with your support

Leave a Legacy to the Cornish Landscape

Gifts in Wills are crucial for our work. If you love the Cornish landscape, please consider leaving a legacy to help preserve it. Any amount in your Will makes a difference, directly supporting conservation and enhancement through our grants scheme, which funds local projects that provide nature recovery and tackles the climate crisis.

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Become a business supporter

Your support is vital to the work of the Trust, helping us to raise awareness of Cornwall’s protected landscape and to facilitate the regeneration of the landscape in ways that benefit the environment and local communities.

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