Welcome to the
Helford Voluntary Marine
Conservation Area
The Helford River, or Estuary as it is sometimes known, is a very special place for a wide range of marine wildlife, for the people that live and work alongside it and the many visitors who enjoy its scenic beauty.
The Helford Marine Conservation Group is a voluntary organisation working to safeguard the marine life of the beautiful Helford River, to increase its biological diversity and raise awareness of its marine interest and importance. Ancient woodlands dip down to the sea along the sinuous creeks and at low tide the exposed mud is a rich feeding ground for birds. 
Colourful fish, sea-anemones, crabs and cuttlefish inhabit sheltered rocky areas with abundant red, green and brown sea-weed cover.
Its richness was officially recognised in 1987, when the Helford Voluntary Marine Conservation Area was designated to help protect the diverse marine life of this beautiful estuary.
The aim of the group is to encourage people to become more involved with the marine environment and to work together to conserve it.
A wide-ranging programme of exciting events gives people of all ages and abilities a chance to explore and learn more about the many facets of the very special place. Activities include seashore safaris, wildflower walks, photography days and conservation cruises.
Read on to find out more about the watery wonders and mysterious marine world of the Helford River.