The Cornwall Association of Tourist Attractions (CATA) celebrated its 50th anniversary this year.

The milestone was marked with a birthday party at the National Trust property, Trelissick, on October 9.

It saw members, industry experts, and former chairs come together to celebrate five decades of promoting and supporting Cornwall's visitor destinations.

Jana Sirova, chair of CATA and the Cornish Seal Sanctuary, said: "It was lovely to see so many people come out to celebrate Cornwall’s attractions.

"We had the most wonderful day, with inspirational speeches from founder members and past chairs.

"The birthday celebrations were a lovely way to celebrate 50 years of CATA, and the directors were delighted to be invited to plant a tree in the gardens of Trelissick to mark the occasion."

(Image: CATA) Since its founding, CATA has been at the heart of Cornwall's tourism industry, uniting the region's attractions and creating memorable experiences for residents and visitors alike.

Over the last 50 years, CATA has grown from a small group of pioneering attractions to representing more than 34 unique sites across Cornwall.

These range from historic landmarks and gardens to theme parks and art galleries.

Members benefit from a supportive network, greater visibility, and collective success through CATA's core objectives.

Nicola O’Donnell, chief operating officer at the National Lobster Hatchery, added: "Being part of CATA has been instrumental in expanding our reach.

"The collaboration across Cornwall’s top attractions allows us to work together to promote our region and create exceptional experiences for visitors.

"As part of the celebrations, we wanted to do something with a lasting legacy, so the National Lobster Hatchery invited the directors to release 50 baby lobsters at Fistral Beach, which was very rewarding."

As CATA looks to the future, it remains committed to its mission of celebrating Cornwall’s unique attractions while fostering innovation and collaboration.