Penrose and Porthleven circular walk

Penrose and Porthleven

A circular walk through the woodland alongside the Loe to the most southerly port on the British mainland, famous for its huge storm waves.

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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

The walk begins through the parkland surrounding Penrose House then follows the woodland along the edge of the Loe Pool to the coast. The walk joins the coast path beside the Loe Bar and follows this above the cliffs to Porthleven. The walk enters Porthleven along the quay and then circles to a terrace with views over the harbour. The final stretch is an easy walk on the bridleway from Highburrow.

Highlights

  • Historic harbour of Porthleven
  • Cornwall's largest natural freshwater lake
  • Historic Penrose Estate
  • Mature broadleaf woodland in the Cober valley
  • The Loe Bar - a geographical oddity with some rare wildlife
  • The Stables NT café (available to non-NT members)

Considerations

  • Note that most coastal walks in Cornwall have paths close to unfenced cliffs.

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Vital statistics

  • OS Explorer: 103
  • Distance: 6 miles/9.6 km
  • Steepness grade: Easy-moderate
  • Recommended footwear: Walking boots, or trainers in summer
  • No stiles: ✓
  • Pub: ✓
  • Café: ✓

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Beaches

Pubs on or near the route

  • The Atlantic Inn
  • The Harbour 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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