Woodlands

Crenver Cove

Crenver Grove – A Woodland for Learning & Conservation

Crenver Grove lies on the southern edge of the Clowance Estate, halfway between Helston and Camborne in southwest Cornwall. This 35-acre historic woodland is managed by Sustrust for The Dandelion Trust, providing a vital space for outdoor education, conservation, and community engagement.

Supporting Crenver Grove

Since COVID-19, increased footfall has worn down the forest floor and pathways. Thanks to new funding, we are restoring the area through replanting and improved pathway management—but we rely on visitor donations to keep the woods open and maintained for everyone.

Educational & Community Use

Crenver Grove has hosted:

Forest School training for local practitioners
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award volunteers
Support for individuals in recovery and those with educational challenges
Disabled students from Truro College
Corporate team-building, school visits, and creative workshops
Green woodwork, willow weaving, and timber framing courses, with past contributions from www.cornishwoodlandworkshop.co.uk

We welcome schools, community groups, and organisations looking to engage with nature.

Booking & Visits

For school and group visits, please contact us. You can also book the woodland for events, workshops, and educational activities.

Visit our Bookings Page for more details.

Fox Grove

Fox Grove – A Protected Nature Reserve

Fox Grove is a protected nature reserve, with public access denied to preserve its delicate ecosystem. Visitors are encouraged to explore Crenver Grove instead.

Otters and deer have been spotted here, making it essential to minimise human disturbance. Dogs are not permitted in Fox Grove to ensure the safety of wildlife.

Restoring the Woodland – Rhododendron Removal

To combat the spread of Phytophthora kernoviae (Sudden Oak Death) in Cornwall, responsible woodland managers have begun removing invasive rhododendron.

While significant clearance has been completed, more work is needed to fully restore the woodland. Volunteers continue to help reclaim the forest floor, clearing leftover arisings from the removal process.