Mevagissey to Charlestown walk

Mevagissey to Charlestown (via bus)

A one-way coastal walk, made circular via an initial bus journey, from the fishing port of Mevagissey to Charlestown - one of the best-preserved Georgian ports in the world and an engineering masterpiece which included a seven-mile-long leat.

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either as a GPS-guided walk with our app (£3.29) or a PDF of directions (£2.79) Example of directions

After a bus journey from Charlestown to Mevagissey, the walk meanders through the town to the quay and then follows the coast path to the beach at Pentewan. After passing through the village, the route continues along the coast past the rocky cove at Hallane and around Black Head to reach Porthpean beach. The final stretch passes Duporth beach before returning to Charlestown.

Highlights

  • Historic fishing port of Mevagissey
  • Sandy beach at Pentewan
  • Panoramic views from Black Head of St Austell and Mevagissey Bays
  • Rocky cove at Hallane with a waterfall and natural arch
  • Sheltered, sandy beaches at Porthpean and Duporth
  • Historic harbour at Charlestown
  • Shipwreck museum at Charlestown

Considerations

  • Route includes paths close to unfenced cliff edges.

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Vital statistics

  • OS Explorer: 105
  • Distance: 7.6 miles/12.3 km
  • Steepness grade: Moderate-strenuous
  • Bus: 24 from Charlestown Church (up the hill and round the corner to the right, not the chapel) to Mevagissey.
  • Recommended footwear: Walking boots or trainers in summer
  • Pub: ✓
  • Café: ✓

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Pubs on or near the route

  • The Fountain Inn
  • The Habourside Inn
  • The Kings Arms
  • The Rashleigh Arms
  • The Sharksfin
  • The Ship Inn
  • The Ship Inn

either as a GPS-guided walk with our app (£3.29) or a PDF of directions (£2.79) Example of directions

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