Activities at Penrose
The silver mine on the marsh
Try an easy walk through the marshes and discover the hidden industrial history of Penrose
- Easy
- 30 mins
- 1.25 miles (2.0km)
Horse riding at Penrose
Fancy a gentle farmland trot and an exhilarating canter along the sands? Penrose is a great place to ride your horse. With over eight miles of bridleways, you can spend a whole day exploring without riding on the road.
Coastal access update January 2018
Find out how the recent storms have effected us here at Penrose and how we've had to reroute the South West Coast Path.
Plantations and parkland
Enjoy a wild ramble through the woods at Penrose, followed by a gentle stroll through the Victorian parkland.
- Moderate
- 40 mins
- 1.5 miles (2.4km)
Cycling at Penrose
Get cycling at Penrose: find out where the best tracks for trikes are or the best bridleways for the more advanced cyclist here.
Canoeing
Experience a canoeing session on the stunning Helford River. These three-hour guided trips will combine elements of formal open-boat skills coaching and relaxed paddling, all while enjoying the scenery of the Helford River.
Outdoor climbing workshop
Go beyond the festival climbing wall and try clambering up a real rockface that offers commanding coastal views.
Bringing the woods to life
Explore the woods around Penrose and learn why and how we manage this diverse habitat
Silver dollars, shipwrecks and scenic views walk
Discover a medieval settlement, the silver coins washed ashore from the San Salvador Spanish ship wreck and the Gunwalloe Marsh birdlife as you follow this Cornish trail.
- Easy
- 30 mins
- 1.0 mile (1.6km)
Cycling at and around Penrose
Come and try our range of cycle trails suitable for all the family.
Loe Bar to Porthleven Coast Path update
An update on the latest news about the coast path between Loe Bar and Porthleven, find out how you can help and share your views on how we develop a plan.
Get fit with nature this new year
Want to get fit this new year without having to join a stuffy gym. We've got some great places to discover as you start your training journey here.
Tramper mobility scooter at Penrose
An update on the Tramper mobility scooter service at Penrose
Things to see and do at Penrose
Explore the area around Cornwall's largest freshwater lake by bike, on foot or even on horseback.