Introduction The South West Coast Path has been a constant thread throughout my life. I spent my younger years exploring the cliffs and coves around Polzeath, later moving to Wadebridge, where the northern sections of the path became my stomping ground. In my younger years, I was always in the water, surfing along the rugged […]
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Introduction Cornwall has long been a haven for watersports lovers, attracting surfers, paddleboarders, and kayakers from all over. In recent years, the wild swimming and cold-water swimming trend has grown significantly, with more people embracing the benefits of an invigorating dip in nature. Whether you’re looking for a calm sea swim, a dramatic quarry dip,
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Nestled in the heart of Cornwall, the Penrose Estate offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, rich history, and invigorating walks. This National Trust-managed estate is a hidden gem for nature enthusiasts and walkers alike. One of the most picturesque routes in the area starts from the Helston Fairground car park and takes you through
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A visit to Cornwall’s Lizard Peninsula is a must-do on any visit to Cornwall. Jutting southward between the towns of Falmouth and Helston the Lizard is a special place. Home to some of the UK’s most stunning beaches and picturesque coves, on the Lizard you can also find some of Cornwall’s most charming and timeless
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Taking in three of Falmouth’s very best beaches, this walk offers some fantastic elevated views across Falmouth Bay. Distance: 5 miles (return) Difficulty: 2/5, good paths throughout. (Note: This walk can be extended to start at Castle Beach or Pendennis Point which will add on two miles, or shortened by a couple of miles by starting at
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This walk takes in some fine estuary views, an old fishing village and some lovely secluded bays. Distance: 3 miles (return) Difficulty: 2/5, good paths throughout although there’s a couple of steep sections around Durgan. Our start point for this walk is the National Trust car park at Bosveal, from there head south towards the coast,
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It’s fair to say that winter in Cornwall can be dramatic. Weather and storms transform beaches and bays that are clear and tranquil in summer into moving scenes of power and destruction. Nestled at the foot of the UK, and jutting out into the ocean with over 400 miles of coastline, in Cornwall you’re never
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If Cornwall is good at one thing it’s beaches. With over 300 miles of beautiful coastline you’re spoiled for choice wherever you go, but we reckon that if you’re heading to Falmouth you’re in for a beach-tastic time on some of the Cornwall’s very best bays! There’s a variety of beaches to choose from close
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