Sanctuary Blog
Welcome to our news page! Here, you'll find all the latest updates and announcements from the Cornish Seal Sanctuary.
Mission Seal Pup: Tracking the Journey Home!
Monday, 11 November 2024
After months of care and rehabilitation, Mary and Maggot have both been returned to the wild, but this time with a special mission!
Are You Wildlife Wise This Halloween?
Wednesday, 30 October 2024
As autumn brings seasonal activities, like pumpkin carving and bonfire night, it’s important to consider our vulnerable wildlife and how small actions can help protect them.
To the Moon and Back...for the love of seals!
Thursday, 24 October 2024
We chat to Clare and Char, an incredible mum and daughter duo whose love for the Cornish Seal Sanctuary inspired them to start their own business!
Turning the Tide: How We Can Reduce Plastic Pollution and Protect Our Planet
Wednesday, 02 October 2024
This Wildlife Wednesday we talk about plastic pollution and share some simple tips on how to reduce single-use plastics.
Happy Birthday Sheba!
Saturday, 21 September 2024
We are thrilled to announce the celebration of a remarkable milestone: the 50th birthday of our lovely Sheba, who is thought to be the oldest Grey Seal living in human care.
Our first pup of the season has arrived
Wednesday, 28 August 2024
Our first pup of the season, affectionately named 'Maggot' has been moved to our seal hospital. The little grey seal pup, who was found on a busy Cornish beach in early August, is now out of the woods and making great progress on her road to recovery.
Are you Wildlife Wise?
Wednesday, 28 August 2024
As we start our busy pup season here at the Sanctuary we are now reminding locals and visitors alike that it is now the time of year where pups are beginning to be born around the Southwest.
An interview with 'Storm Seal' author Sarah Ann Juckes
Wednesday, 24 July 2024
We chat to children's author Sarah Ann Juckes about her brilliant new book 'Storm Seal', featuring one of our rescued seal pups - Liquorice! Her story hopes to educate and inspire young readers to keep local wildlife safe.
£21,500 spent on feeding poorly pups this season!
Tuesday, 09 July 2024
As we wrap up pup season for 2023/24, we share our latest figures and stats. Showcasing an incredibly busy winter with the team working their socks off to rescue, rehabilitate and release grey seal pups from around Cornwall’s coastline.
Meet the Cornish Seal Sanctuary Team
Monday, 27 May 2024
Meet Sean, our Property and Conservation Manager. We chat to him about his role here at the Cornish Seal Sanctuary, and his plans for a greener future.
Much Ado about Puffin!
Monday, 15 April 2024
We are thrilled to welcome ten beautiful pint-sized Icelandic rescue puffins into our family here at the Sanctuary! Visit us and enjoy watching these mesmerising birds as they dive around exploring their new home on ‘Puffin Island
A tribute to Ray
Friday, 22 March 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dearest Ray.
International Women's Day
Friday, 08 March 2024
This International Women's Day, we chat to our amazing Head of Sanctuaries Jana about her passion for animal welfare and her biggest inspiration.
Cornish Seal Sanctuary issues seal pup warning amid wild winter storms
Friday, 02 February 2024
Blustery storm conditions have sparked a warning from the Cornish Seal Sanctuary about young pups struggling along our coastlines.
Sanctuary welcomes baby beavers for first time in two years
Tuesday, 09 January 2024
The Cornish Seal Sanctuary is starting 2024 with three new additions as it welcomes a family of young Eurasian beavers to Secret Creek for the first time in two years.