Walks in Cornwall

Cornwall is full of dramatic coastal scenes, with miles of beaches and coastal paths that stretch across this ancient landscape perfect local walks.

Visitors walking through a garden in spring

Visiting this spring 

Our gardens, parks and countryside locations are open. Cafés are offering a takeaway service and some outdoor seating is available at cafés in England only. Some shops are open in England and Wales but remain closed in Northern Ireland. All houses are currently closed. The safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors remains our priority. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at busier times such as weekends and bank holidays. Please check the property webpage before you visit and follow government guidance.

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Constantine Island
Carnewas at Bedruthan   Cornwall

Booby's Bay walk

This popular stretch of the north Cornish coast offers walkers stunning views across Constantine Bay and onwards to the lighthouse at Trevose Head.

Take the Booby's Bay walk
The footpath near Lantivet Bay
Lansallos   Cornwall

Lantivet Bay circular walk

This trail offers the chance to explore coves and play on the beautiful beaches of Lantivet and Lantic.

Take the Lantivet Bay circular walk
A sessile oak on Lamouth Creek at Trelissick, Cornwall
Trelissick   Cornwall

Trelissick's secluded stroll to Roundwood Quay

This walk takes you through the diverse scenery and landscapes of Trelissick's countryside. You'll explore wooded creeks, archaeological sites and a newly planted orchard.

Venture on
Sea views from Godolphin Hill
Godolphin   Cornwall

Godolphin Hill walk

A gentle ramble up to the top of Godolphin Hill which boasts one of the best views over West Cornwall. On a clear day you can see St Michael's Mount and St Ives bay.

Walk this way
Wallkers enjoying Valency Valley
Boscastle   Cornwall

Boscastle and the Valency Valley walk

Traverse the cliffs around Boscastle before exploring the Valency Valley on this National Trust trail in Cornwall.

Discover the Valency Valley
Ruins of Danescombe Sawmill
Cotehele   Cornwall

Danescombe Valley Walk

This walk starts at Cotehele Quay and leads you through the fantastic Danescombe Valley to take in buildings from the rich mining history of this world heritage site.

Walk this way
Looking at the footpaths along Whitsand Bay, Cornwall
Polperro, Looe and Whitsand Bay   Cornwall

Whitsand Bay Circular Walk

Explore ancient routes and medieval green lanes, wander through woodland and heathland, walk past wetlands and discover a natural reservoir full of wildlife.

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The beautiful parkland at Penrose
Penrose   Cornwall

Plantations and parkland

Enjoy a wild ramble through the woods at Penrose, followed by a gentle stroll through the Victorian parkland.

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The footpath at Nare Head
Roseland   Cornwall

Nare and back again

Walk through the wooded valley taking in beautiful views and exploring the highlights along the way on this walk in Cornwall.

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Wheal Coates Towanroath Shaft Engine House, Cornwall
Wheal Coates   Cornwall

Wheal Coates Tin Mining Walk

See why Wheal Coates is one of the Cornish mining sites celebrating the tinth year of UNESCO World Heritage status.

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Turquoise waters from Zennor Head
St Ives to Pendeen   Cornwall

Zennor Head walk

Enjoy our easy trail which encompasses beautiful coastal scenery, mining, and the Peninsula’s flora and fauna.

Walk our trail
View of Porthcew beach from Rinsey cliffs
Mount's Bay   Cornwall

Rinsey walk: underground, overground, air and sea

Explore the area around Rinsey, a mix of landscapes, including remains from the area's mining heritage.

Discover Rinsey

More walking trails 

Find hundreds of places to explore on foot on our walking map and lots more walking ideas. Whatever you want from a walk, we've got something special just for you.

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Visiting this spring 

Our gardens, parks and countryside locations are open. Cafés are offering a takeaway service and some outdoor seating is available at cafés in England only. Some shops are open in England and Wales but remain closed in Northern Ireland. All houses are currently closed. The safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors remains our priority. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at busier times such as weekends and bank holidays. Please check the property webpage before you visit and follow government guidance.

More details on what's open