St Anthony Head

St Anthony Head

Important notice -

St Anthony car park is open. We have limited spaces, so if the car park is full please be patient and come back another time. The toilets are open 9.00am to 5.30pm daily.

Tucked away at the bottom of the Roseland there's lots to discover for everyone.

More about this place

Adults and two children taking an autumn walk amongst the trees

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

More than 100 gardens and parks and hundreds of coast and countryside places are open in England and Northern Ireland. Many historic houses are open in England. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at weekends and school holidays. In line with Welsh Government legislation, all places in Wales will close from 24 October to 9 November. Please check the property webpage of the place you wish to visit before you travel. Read this article to find out how to book and what to expect from your visit.

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Things to see and do

Porthcurnick beach, Roseland, Cornwall

Things to see and do on the Roseland 

Far reaching views, woodland and coastal walks, hidden beaches and layers of history all wrapped at the end of the Roseland peninsula.

St Anthony Head lighthouse

A lighthouse, an old paraffin store and a bird hide 

This short circular walk presents dramatic scenery along tree-lined pathways and from clifftop vistas.

Coastal Path with Paul Rose

Virtual visit to the South West Coast Path 

In the 2016 BBC series 'Coastal Path', explorer Paul Rose tells the story of the South West Coast Path. At 630 miles, it's England's Longest National Trail and one of the world's best loved walks. Watch some clips and find out more about the beloved land we care for on the South West Coast Path to be virtually transported there.

Cyanotypes by Susan and Philip Bennetta (2017)

Making light work 

Drawing inspiration from their surroundings on the Roseland, two local artists have created beautiful pieces or art.

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Places to stay

The holiday cottages at St Anthony Head

Places to stay at St Anthony Head 

Stay in converted officers' quarters at St Anthony Head.

Campervan

No overnight camping and parking 

No overnight camping or parking is allowed at the places we care for. More information on why we don’t permit visitors to stay overnight at our car parks can be found here.

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Our work

St Anthony Head

Revealing St Anthony Head 

St Anthony Head has played a vital role in protecting our coastline throughout the years. Recently, work has focused on uncovering this fascinating history.

black and white image of the underground battery at St Anthony Head

A look inside the Battery 

Concrete buildings on the tip of the Roseland Peninsular represent a local history of military fortifications, including a gun battery, ammunition stores and gunner's lookout.

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Wildlife

Toes touching foam

Everyone needs nature 

Everyone needs nature and the calm it brings. Find peace in the lush, expansive woodlands, the lengthy coastline with its rushing waves and gardens bursting with bouquets of colours to marvel at. The places that will always be there to welcome you back.

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Eating and shopping

The Thirstea Co

The Thirstea Co café 

The café (concession) at Porth is run by the Thirstea Co. Serving drinks, snacks and light meals - just the thing after spending time on Towan beach, or a walk in the woods.

Bring some character to your garden with our range of garden decor, available on the online shop

Treat yourself 

Looking for the perfect gift or perhaps you're in need of some retail therapy? You can browse our full range via our online shop. Your purchases and support enable us to continue to care for the nature, beauty and history we all miss.

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