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Walking holidays in Cornwall
Walking holidays at Pentire
Pentire is an exceptionally beautiful headland with far reaching views and managed for wildlife, and includes the Rumps - a distinctive stretch of coast, once an Iron Age settlement. There are a clutch of places to stay here - Pentire Head Farmhouse and neighbouring Pengirt, Stepper View, Overhaven, the Old Farmhouse and semi-detached Pentireglaze West Cottage and Pentireglaze East Cottage.
Pentire Head Farmhouse
A handsome Cornish farmhouse with space to gather, perched on the Pentire headland for beaches, walking trails and wildlife.
Pentireglaze East Cottage
A simple Victorian farmworker's cottage with far-reaching sea views from the garden.
Pentire headland walk
CornwallEnjoy a walk that takes in the spectacular Pentire Point and the Rumps. The circular route starts at the main car park at Pentireglaze where there are toilets and a café (check for opening).
Lundy Bay and Port Quin circular walk near Pentire
CornwallDiscover this circular walk along the clifftops of the South West Coast Path, taking in Lundy Bay, Port Quin and views of Doyden Castle and the Rumps headlands.
Running at Pentire
The Trust10 is a monthly trail run that gives you the opportunity to explore Pentire headland whilst enjoying a challenging run.
Exploring Roseland
Further west of Lantic Bay is the Roseland Peninsula, an area of creeks, valleys and secluded beaches. It's riddled with footpaths that invite you to discover its military history, magical woodland and sweeping seascapes.
Gwendra cottages
These traditional farm buildings sit within the old farming hamlet of Gwendra which gives way to the sandy beaches of Pendower and Carne. Take the trail from Carne car park to Nare Head for Bronze age history and stunning seascapes.
Carne Beach to Nare Head circular walk
CornwallExplore a wooded valley and look out for signs of local history before taking in the far-ranging views at Nare Head on the Nare and back again walk.
Penhaligon's
Penhaligon's is a dreamy thatched cottage tucked away in leafy seclusion down a narrow track. Towan Beach is just a five-minute walk, where you can take the 'Woodland, farmland, sea and quay' circular trail.
Porth circular coast and woodland walk
CornwallEnjoy this circular walk along the coastal path at Porth, Roseland, passing through farmland and woodland, with long-reaching views and clifftop vistas.
Walking in Poldark country
Go on set and explore the landscapes made famous in the BBC drama. Discover its rich mining history, rocky coves and sweeping headlands used for filming and stay close to the action in our cottages.
Count House Cottage
This cosy cottage for two sits close to the dramatic cliffs of West Cornwall, with amazing views over the turbulent Atlantic Ocean. It's surrounded by reminders of its mining past. Follow the Botallack mining walk to see all the highlights.
The Canyack
19th-century miner's cottage, The Canyack, is set high on the slopes of the secluded Cot Valley. From here you can walk to Porth Nanven cove and along the coast path to Cape Cornwall.
Botallack and Kenidjack coastal walk
CornwallExplore Cornwall's mining heritage and true Poldark country on the Tin Coast, taking in the Crowns engine houses, clifftop views and the chance to spot Cornish choughs.
More walking holiday ideas
The Gaffer, Boscastle
From level, riverside strolls to hikes out onto the cliffs or into the valley, there are all kind of walks from Boscastle and five cottages to choose from.
Miller's House, Cotehele
The Cotehele estate spans 1,300 acres, with trails along the River Tamar, through the woods and past relics from the area's mining history.
Trelissick Engine House
Trelissick is set on its own peninsula, with panoramic views over the Fal estuary. Trails lead along the river and go inland to woodland and grazed farmland.
Teneriffe Farm Campsite
Head an hour or so in either direction for some of Cornwall’s most famous coves and beaches - Mullion Cove and sandy Polurrian and Poldhu to the north, and Kynance Cove to the south. Walk a couple of miles beyond Kynance and you'll reach Lizard Point