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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 (£3.39) or a PDF of directions (£2.79) Example of directions

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

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: ✓

Location

Map showing the location of this walk

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 (£3.39) or a PDF of directions (£2.79)