The Blue Litter Project is made possible through the involvement of a number of collaborators. These businesses, groups and organisations support this project through collecting, tracking and recording marine litter that they encounter in Cornwall’s Blue Spaces. Check out our list of fantastic collaborators below to find out which marine organisations are keeping Cornwall Clean:

Koru Kayaking

St Agnes

Koru was started by Tom and Hetty to share their passion of kayaking and the incredible coastline of Cornwall.  The inspiration came from a guided kayak tour in Abel Tasman on the South island of New Zealand where they realised that the best way to interact with nature was by kayaking.  The name Koru refers to a Maori symbol representing the unfurling of the silver fern which symbolises new life, growth, strength and peace. Cornwall has an impressive and varied coastline and the three adventures allow the public to experience this first hand.  Koru offers two hour tours with an experienced guide using sit on kayaks.  The two kayak adventures offered are:

St Agnes Kayak Adventure from Trevaunance Cove, St Agnes which is half way between Newquay and St Ives. Affectionately named Poldark Country this coastline was the inspiration for Winston Graham’s Poldark series and

The Helford & Frenchman’s Creek Kayak Adventure launches from the private beach of the Budock Vean Hotel near Falmouth and the creek was the inspiration for Daphne Du Maurier’s famous novel.

Classic Sailing

St Mawes

‘Hands on’ sailing participation is at the core of all Classic Sailing holidays. You don’t have to be a sailor. Our skippers help you become the crew on tall ships, barques, brigs, schooners, gaff cutters, luggers and privateers. Whether you want an epic sailing expedition or a weekend taster, we can offer expert advice based on over 25 years of experience helping customers fulfil their sailing dreams.

Clean Ocean Sailing

Gweek

We founded Clean Ocean Sailing with the aim of cleaning our coasts and oceans sustainably under sail, and raising awareness about ocean plastics. We restored our 113-year old sailing boat to carry out this mission.​

With the help of The Annette and another smaller crafts we sail and paddle to remote, inaccessible places to clean up our coast by collecting plastic from the shores and sorting, recording, reusing and recycling it, and now we want you to join us.

By volunteering, you can make a real difference to wildlife and the environment, make new friends, learn new skills and make the world a better place.

Donations will help us keep The Annettes seaworthy, and allow us to dedicate more time to coastal clean ups and recycling.

We would love to invite you to be one of our PATRONS. Become one of the allies, supporters and friends who’ve helped us on our mission over the years. Together we can clean up our ocean.​

​Marine Discovery Penzance

Penzance

Join us on our sailing catamaran, Shearwater II, for a unique marine wildlife watching adventure. The diversity of the wildlife found in West Cornwall is what makes it special. Trips could encounter grey seals, various seabirds, or different species of dolphins and porpoises, enigmatic ocean sunfish or even giants such as minke whales, humpback whales, basking sharks and leatherback turtles!

Sailing gives you the most special encounter possible, the quiet meaning you can hear the splashes of the gannets as they dive and the whistles of the dolphins as they bowride alongside us check out our videos to see for yourself. Be assured also that you have chosen the most environmentally responsible option.

Part of what makes Marine Discovery exceptional is that we use our trips to collect scientific data. No other tour company in the country does this to the same extent and it is an incredibly important part of our job. Duncan, Hannah and their small team are completely dedicated to giving the best experience possible and are looking forward to welcoming you to Marine Discovery – In 2013 Marine Discovery won the Responsible Whale and Dolphin Watch Operator of the year.

Vertical Blue Adventures

Porthleven

Get up close and personal to the Stunning Cornish Coastline and plunge into an exciting adventure on a Kayak or Paddleboard with Vertical Blue Adventures. Based on Porthleven, Ian and the team provide a range of kayak and paddleboard adventures, exploring the stunning coastlines of Cornwall.

Cornish Diving Centre

Falmouth

Cornish Diving is one of the UK’s most active ang longest established PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centres. Our expert dive guides will show you all the best spots to find the most interesting marine life. Our expert dive guides have local knowledge and can take you on the best routes underwater to maximise your time and find all of the best marine life.

For those new to UK diving we run the Discover Local Diving session this enables you to experience UK waters with a PADI professional to help you get the most out of it.

Black Pearl Boat Trips

St Ives

Going on a boat tour in St Ives has never been easier or more enjoyable than with The Black Pearl. When you climb aboard, the safety and enjoyment of our customers is of our upmost importance. Rest assured that you’ll receive exactly what you hoped for and more! We have a great selection of tours to match every person and every budget. We invite you to come visit us for a one of a kind boat trip.

Liberty Boat Charter

Malpas

We invite you to embark on an unforgettable Maritime Adventure, amidst the breath-taking beauty of Falmouth & the Fal River. Our Charters promise more than just a boat trip. They are an immersive journey into the marine wildlife, scenic splendour and rich history that this incredible Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty beholds. We offer a selection of Skippered Private Charter & Boat Trips. Tranquil days just cruising and soaking up the Cornish sun, marine-life & scenic tours, Wild Swimming & Stand-up Paddleboarding Adventures. Made by Kong & Halverson in 1988. She has undergone extensive refit to enable certification by the Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) for the commercial use as a Charter Boat, offering a wide choice of Charters. She is powered by twin 200hp Volvo Penta Engines, which make her very capable and safe

St Ives BoatS

St Ives

St Ives Boats offer daily boat trips leaving from St Ives harbour. Sea safaris on the famous “Dolly P” offer seal watching along the magnificent Cornish coast at Seal Island or across the bay at the famous Godrevy lighthouse on the “Little Mermaid”.

On our trips we explore one of the UK’s most stunning areas. St Ives Bay in Cornwall has been recognised by The Most Beautiful Bays Club as one of only 32 bays in the world and one of only 2 in the UK to meet the stringent requirements of outstanding natural beauty and interesting wildlife including dolphins, seals, sharks, whales and more. We are an accredited wildlife safe operator (WISe Scheme) in St Ives Bay and our sea safari crew includes a British Divers Marine Life Rescue marine mammal medic who volunteers in a rescue role working with dolphins, whales, seals and much more.

Sailing Barge Drifter

River trips, exclusive tours, charter and sailing experiences on River Fal, Cornwall. Trips range from 2 hours to all day, departing from Malpas, near Truro. Visit today for a chance chance to visit a rarely visited arm of the river, or to sail amongst the active harbour events.

Neil and Debbie will always go out of their way to ensure every aspect of your time onboard is as good as it can be. Onboard Drifter, they are your local river guides and they also take care of all the sailing tasks such as hoisting and lowering the sails.

Over the last 20+ years they have worked as professional crew on an envious variety of boats from historic to ultra modern, sailing in the most beautiful locations including Europe, the Caribbean and the USA.

Looe Sea Safari

Looe

Discover amazing wildlife and experience the wonder of the Cornish coastline with our boat trips from Looe, Cornwall! Looe Sea Safari offers wildlife lovers and thrill seekers alike a fantastic opportunity to explore the picturesque Looe Bay in comfort and safety. Our boats are operated by professional skippers with many years of experience. Our trips are perfect for groups, couples, and families and range in length from 20 minutes to 2 hours. Contact Looe Sea Safari to book a wildlife spotting tour today!

Newquay Sea Safaris and fishing

Newquay

We are a family run Charter Boat business running Sea Safaris and Fishing Trips from Newquay Harbour. We are the Original and best Wildlife Company ..in operation for 29 years, so we have a huge wealth of knowledge that we are keen to impart to our passengers. All of our Ocean Adventures are Exciting and Educational. Our boats are the fastest and largest in Newquay Harbour, but we also operate trips from Padstow and St Ives. We love everything Marine and are "Master WiSe" ( wildlife safe) Accredited Operator so you can enjoy your experience knowing you are not causing harm or disturbance to the wildlife you are watching. As seen on T.V. BBC Country File, One Show, Four-in-a-bed , Seaside Rescue,Celebrity Chef Valentine Warner, Deep Wreck Mysteries. We are very Green in our business and care about the environment using eco friendly products and reducing palm oil use. We are also a Rescue Company as British Diver Marine Life Rescue Marien Mammal Medics.Working with local Colleges, Universities and schools, we are able to accommodate large groups as well as family friendly.

Tiger LIlLy

Newquay

As a local family-owned business, established for over 20 years, we pride ourselves on offering the highest customer service on land and at sea. We offer daily boat trips departing from St Ives Harbour and are confident that you won't be disappointed. Check out our reviews on Facebook and Google to see why we’re a cut above the rest!

Discover the beautiful Cornish coast with daily Seal Island boat trips & fishing trips from St Ives Harbour. Family & dog friendly.

We are proud to be an accredited wildlife safe operator.

WETWHEELS SOUTH WEST

FALMOUTH

From its base in Falmouth, Wetwheels South West offers the classic Wetwheels accessible powerboating experience enabling people with any disability to get out on, and enjoy, the water. The beautiful and historic port of Falmouth gives us unfettered access to the protected waters on the Penryn River, the Fal Estuary and the open waters of the Atlantic Ocean at the very edge of the English Channel.

The estuary is a haven for marine wildlife and seabirds and has been recognised as one of the most important marine habitats in Europe by several conservation organisations. Our highly-capable, high-speed catamaran also makes outreach visits to other picturesque and interesting ports along the south west coastline of the UK where it delivers the high-quality Wetwheels experience that the charity is known for.

Wetwheels South West provides the opportunity for all disabled people, including those with profound and complex disabilities, to enjoy the sea in a safe, stimulating and rewarding way aboard a purpose-built, fully-accessible powerboat.

CORNWALL COUNCil

Cornwall

Cornwall is famous for its stunning coastline and we, as Cornwall Council’s Maritime Service, are proud to be able to manage and maintain many of its ports, harbours and maritime assets. Explore our website to see what each individual port and harbour has to offer our locals, visitors, fishermen and commercial contractors. In addition, we are also responsible for a number of other maritime functions, such as licensing of boats and boatmen and bylaw enforcement.

For more info on our for each harbour, visit out website at https://www.cornwallharbours.co.uk/.