The Cornwall 500

A road trip without a route!

Join Steven Webb as he embarks on an unprecedented 500-mile journey around Cornwall to promote accessibility, celebrate Cornish heritage, and raise funds for the Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust.

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The Cornwall 500:

The Cornwall 500 is an innovative, flexible journey around Cornwall’s perimeter, marked by plaques highlighting the county’s rich history, culture, and natural beauty. This unique initiative invites visitors to explore Cornwall at their own pace, creating personalized adventures while discovering hidden gems.

Key Features:

Approximately 500-mile journey around Cornwall’s perimeter
Initially 50 plaques*, expanding to 100 within a year
Flexible route with no set order or timeframe
Showcases Cornwall’s history, culture, nature, and unique experiences
Promotes mindful tourism and accessibility for all

*Plaques will be installed during Steven Webb’s challenge in September 2024

Steven Webb’s Cornwall 500 Challenge:

On September 1, 2024, Steven Webb will embark on an inspiring journey, marking 33 years since his life-changing accident. In his electric wheelchair, Steven will:

Travel 500 miles around Cornwall’s coastline
Cover an average of 25-30 miles per day
Install the first 50 Cornwall 500 plaques
Aim to complete the challenge in 20 days
Raise funds for Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust’s #Heli2 campaign

Join Steven in this monumental effort to promote accessibility, celebrate Cornish heritage, and support a vital cause. Your donation can make a difference!

How to Support the Challenge:

Businesses and individuals can support Steven’s challenge in several ways. Sponsor a day of the journey, donate to the JustGiving page, or promote the event through social media. Your support will not only help Steven reach his fundraising goal of £20,000 for the Heli2 air ambulance but also contribute to making Cornwall more accessible and celebrated.

What We Need:

As part of the Cornwall 500, 50 plaques will be installed at key locations around Cornwall, each telling a unique story related to places of interest, tourist attractions, personal anecdotes, Cornish history, heritage, and culture. We invite the public to contribute by suggesting locations and stories for these plaques. Your input will help us celebrate Cornwall’s rich tapestry and ensure that the Cornwall 500 is a journey that resonates with everyone.

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