THE SOUTH WEST COAST PATH ONE OF THE WORLD’S GREATEST WALKS.
he Cornwall section of the South West Coast Path National Trail is a journey of contrasts, as it travels through idyllic fishing villages, along harsh windswept cliffs, through bustling seaside resorts and around majestic promontories, often with evidence of how people have lived and worked by the sea for centuries. It takes in many coastal locations that form part of the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site where a wealth of minerals were once mined during Cornwall’s boom years of the industrial revolution. Many others form part of the Cornwall Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty where the natural habitats add to the stunning coastal scenery. A third exists within the National Trust owned coast and countryside where the natural and the built environments add to the rich heritage of the Coast Path. With almost half of the 630 mile National Trail taking in the entire Cornwall coast, a walk along the Coast Path offers a unique glimpse into Cornish life and the historic relationship between people and the sea, from prehistoric man to the present day. The sheer variety of the Coast Path means that there are plenty of gentle stretches as well as dramatic headlands and steep coastal valleys where the going can be strenuous and demanding. With a little planning you can arrange a walk to suit any ability and indeed any mood! A walk around the windswept headland at Cape Cornwall will blow away the cobwebs, whilst a mixture of an exciting seaside resort and rural escape can be found by setting off from St Ives and heading along the rugged coastline to Zennor. If you just want to turn up at any coastal town or village and go for a walk it’s easy to do. Whether you find yourself in the car park or even on the beach, just keep a look out for the acorn symbol on the signposts along the coast to direct you to the Coast Path. Or you can download a walking route from the website onto a mobile phone, GPS or computer. There are linear routes where you can catch a bus or train to the start or finish of a walk, plus hundreds of circular routes lasting half a day or less where you’re sure to find a good pub or café at the end for a well deserved pint or a clotted cream tea. If you’re looking to discover more about the landscape, it’s worth picking up a copy of ‘Walks along the South West Coast Path’ from Tourist Information Centres and the South West Coast Path Association’s webshop at
www.swcpa.co.uk Plus, children can be encouraged to explore the coast with a new series of Treasure – perfect for those looking for a fun-filled adventure whilst exploring the wonders of Cornwall’s magnificent coastline. They include
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a half-day walk in-between the two picturesque Cornish harbour towns of Looe and Polperro. Famous for its smuggling history, the Trail promises lots of action hidden among the creeks and coves, with stunning coastal views along the way. There’s a circular route from Porthcurno near Land’s End, as well as a trip to St Ives from Lelant incorporating a scenic train ride back to the
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Visit the website and choose from a range of themed walks of varying lengths and levels of difficulty. (including many that are suitable for people with mobility problems, pushchairs, wheelchairs or mobility scooters). Whether you want an easy afternoon stroll with the family or an energetic climb over rugged cliff tops, there really is something for everyone.
www.southwestcoastpath.com
CLICK HERE to see the whole range of walks
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