Geology Walk
Discover Cornwall's fascinating geological history at Penrose, taking in Highburrow and the Loe Bar.
- Booking essential
- Free event
Join us as we explore the rugged coastline from Highburrow to the Loe Bar. Discover Cornwall's fascinating geological history, shaped by plate tectonics, and uncover Cornwall's past through observing the rock formations.
Walk length: 3 miles
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Suitable for ages 16+
- Meeting point
Please park in the free car park, Cooper's Ln, Porthleven: ///football.squeaks.constrain Meet at the beginning of the path: ///jazz.sway.purified
- What to bring and wear
Wear clothing suitable for all weather, ideally waterproofs in case of showers and comfortable, sturdy footwear suitable for walking on sand.
- Accessibility
This route includes uneven ground, possibly steps and stiles. Sections of this walk will be along a sandy beach. There are no toilets on this route.
- Other
Dogs welcome on leads
Upcoming events
Nature Recovery in Cornwall Exhibition
Explore how the National Trust and partners are tackling habitat loss, through the Coastal Meadows project and the Lizard Rarities Project, in this photography exhibition.
History of Penrose Walk
Join us on a walk to discover the history of Penrose and how it has changed over time.
Penrose social walks - Highburrow
Join us for a social walk at Penrose, guided by a volunteer walk leader.
Penrose social walks - Chyvarloe
Join us for a social walk at Penrose, guided by a volunteer walk leader. We will also be joined by a member of the ranger team at the start of this walk who will tell us a little about nature conservation and farming at Penrose.