In recognition of our contribution to sustainable tourism we have been given a SECTA Green Acorn Award. This award is sponsored by South East Cornwall Tourism Association, SouthWestTourism* Caradon District Council and the EU.

We know that, no matter how good our hospitality, what really brings our guests to South East Cornwall is the countryside, the sea, the beautiful scenery, and our heritage. Whatever they do while they’re here takes place against this wonderful backdrop and it goes without saying that we need to help protect this irreplaceable asset.

That’s why SECTA, in partnership with Caradon District Council, has  introduced the SECTA Green Acorn Award Scheme, a voluntary, "green tourism" award scheme. The project gives recognition to those who want to do more to reduce the impact of their businesses, and that of their guests, on the environment.

The scheme has the following aims:

to encourage Members to think about the effect their business may have on their surroundings

to suggest a number of small ideas that could make a significant impact

to recognise those who adopt business practices that will help protect our local environment

to provide information on how to go about it and where to get help, if required