We walked this stunning stretch of coast path in spring, and Cornwall gave us almost everything you’d hope for at that time of year — apart from the freezing Arctic wind. We set off early for this 10-mile (16 km) walk. Although we’d explored parts of the trail before, we’d never walked the full stretchContinue reading “Adventures on the Cornish Coast Path: Porthcothan to Newquay”
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Cornwall’s Coast Path — a 30-day itinerary from Bude to Plymouth
Hello fellow walkers and hikers — I’m Andrea, a travel writer and blogger based in St Agnes in West Cornwall, where I spend much of my time exploring and documenting the magnificent Cornish coastline. If you’ve ever dreamed of walking the Cornwall section of the South West Coast Path, this guide is designed to helpContinue reading “Cornwall’s Coast Path — a 30-day itinerary from Bude to Plymouth”
Adventures on the Cornish Coast Path: Helford Passage to Falmouth
Discover the best South West Coast Path hikes in Cornwall, from dramatic cliffs to hidden coves and scenic coastal villages perfect for walking adventures
Adventures on the Cornish Coast Path: Marazion to Portheven
Before we moved to Cornwall, we met a Cornishman on the coast path. Having shared our plans about moving to Cornwall from our home in Surrey, he said, “Only move after you’ve spent a winter here”. This winter I remembered his words! We do get “mizzle” here, and I love it when the Cornish sayContinue reading “Adventures on the Cornish Coast Path: Marazion to Portheven”
Adventures on the Cornish Coast Path: Sennen to Lamorna
Hello everyone, and welcome to another blog in my series “Adventures on the Cornish Coast Path.” This time, you’re in for a real treat as we embark on a scenic walk from Sennen to Lamorna. It’s one of the most breathtaking walks I’ve ever experienced, even though it does present some challenges. You’ll see fromContinue reading “Adventures on the Cornish Coast Path: Sennen to Lamorna”
Wild, Lonely and Utterly Addictive: Cornwall in Winter
As all my readers know, I live in Cornwall, the furthest southwest county in England. For any new readers, you’re in for a virtual journey through the magnificence of this wonderful region. Living here allows me to experience the unique beauty of each season. Spring, with its abundance of wildflowers; the splendour of summer, withContinue reading “Wild, Lonely and Utterly Addictive: Cornwall in Winter”
Adventures on the Cornish Coast Path: Mullion Cove to Lizard Point
If you’d like to hear about rare Cornish choughs, a cuckoo, stunning wildflowers, breathtaking cliffs, daredevil cows, and the UK’s most photographed beach, join me for a walk from Mullion Cove to Lizard Point on a warm late June day. As part of our adventures hiking the entire Cornish coastal path, my husband Jamie andContinue reading “Adventures on the Cornish Coast Path: Mullion Cove to Lizard Point”
11 Irresistible Reasons to Walk the Cornish Coastal Path
Looking for a new adventure? Let me share why the Cornish Coast Path is such a fantastic choice, full of vivid, first-hand details from someone who has walked the walk in all seasons, yes, including Winter. Let’s start with some practical facts. The Cornish Coast Path stretches over 300 miles (480 km), winding along England’sContinue reading “11 Irresistible Reasons to Walk the Cornish Coastal Path”
Adventures on the Cornish Coast Path: Bude to Crackington Haven
Jamie and I are walking the Cornish part of the South West Coastal Path. We still have a few sections left to complete, mostly the more challenging ones 😊. For me, hiking is my salvation as it helps me stay strong. Many years ago, I was diagnosed with the autoimmune condition Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS), withContinue reading “Adventures on the Cornish Coast Path: Bude to Crackington Haven”