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Calstock Parish is situated in south east Cornwall (UK), close to the Devon border. With a population of nearly 6000 and just over 3000 households, it comprises of a number of villages, the larger ones being St Ann’s Chapel, Gunnislake and Calstock.

Much of the Parish is within the Tamar Valley National Landscape and is also part of  a UNESCO World Heritage site.

The fine landscape includes granite ridges, woodlands and rolling farm land. The River Tamar, with its attractive waterfront areas, forms the eastern border of the Parish. Within the Parish are many impressive remains of mine workings. The Parish has miles of footpaths and other public rights of way.

A brief history of the Parish and details of the Parish Archive can be found here.

Latest News

National Highways: A38 Saltash Tunnel update (November 2025)

November 2025 update    We’re currently carrying out an extensive programme of work to upgrade the technology in and around Saltash Tunnel, including the control system. This update of the systems will future-proof the structure for many years to come.    Tunnel...

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Car Parking, Gunnislake

We are aware that Cornwall Council are running offering some days that are free for parking in some of their car parks. Although we work with Cornwall Council, the Gunnislake car park is managed by the Parish Council and is NOT one of the ones that is part of the...

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The Hamlet, Winter Edition

Please see the latest Hamlet (the Newsletter for Harrowbarrow and Metherell). Packed full of information and dates for your diary it's a great way to while some time in this gloomy weather. Winter Hamlet 25_6pdf

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Event Agenda

December 18, 2025
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December 19, 2025
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December 20, 2025
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Useful Services & Information

Grant Applications

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Car Parking Permit

How to apply for a resident’s car park permit

Meetings & Minutes

Keep up to date with council deliberations by reviewing our meeting minutes & agendas