Intangible Cultural Heritage

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Cornish Intangible Cultural Heritage is the non-physical aspects of Cornish culture that are passed down through generations and are part of community life.

It is Cornwall’s living culture and includes music, festivals, traditions, dance, sport and skills. It is part of Cornwall’s identity and while important parts are rooted in our history, it can also change over time.

Protecting, sharing and passing on our traditions to the next generation helps keep vibrant community life and a sense of belonging.


We are holding a survey to record as much tangible heritage as possible.

This can include: local knowledge, folklore, performing arts, sports, social or culinary customs, and crafts.

So many of these activities and knowledge are unrecorded & are thus at risk of being lost - we want to change that!

If there is anything you can think of, whether it is local to you or Cornwall-wide, we want to hear about it from you.


Take the survey here!


Cornish Intangible Cultural Heritage is the non-physical aspects of Cornish culture that are passed down through generations and are part of community life.

It is Cornwall’s living culture and includes music, festivals, traditions, dance, sport and skills. It is part of Cornwall’s identity and while important parts are rooted in our history, it can also change over time.

Protecting, sharing and passing on our traditions to the next generation helps keep vibrant community life and a sense of belonging.


We are holding a survey to record as much tangible heritage as possible.

This can include: local knowledge, folklore, performing arts, sports, social or culinary customs, and crafts.

So many of these activities and knowledge are unrecorded & are thus at risk of being lost - we want to change that!

If there is anything you can think of, whether it is local to you or Cornwall-wide, we want to hear about it from you.


Take the survey here!


  • Cornwall is a cultural living landscape, shaped by the symbiosis of human activity and the natural environment. 

    Cultural intangible heritage is very broad, it covers a range of categories that play an important role in the identity, pride, and unity of communities across Cornwall. 

    This can include: local knowledge, folklore, performing arts, sports, social or culinary customs, and crafts.

    So many of these activities and knowledge are unrecorded & are thus at risk of being lost - we want to change that!

    If there is anything you can think of, whether it is local to you or Cornwall-wide, we want to hear about it from you.

    This survey is quick & only needs you to describe what you would like to have recorded. We might also want to get in touch for more information, if you're happy for us to reach out.


    The survey will close on the 31st October.


    This survey is less than 10 questions & should take 5-10 minutes to complete. We will only use any contact details you provide for the purposes of this survey & will not retain these details any longer than necessary, for more information please see our privacy policy: https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/the-council-and-democracy/website-help-and-information/privacy-policy/

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