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Penrose Nature Spotters

Join us for a family friendly walk at Penrose, guided by our volunteer walk leaders.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Everyone is welcome to join us for a gentle family friendly walk from Fairground car park taking in the woodland and parkland at Penrose.

We will have nature spotting sheets available for children to explore the creatures that live here and will also be exploring the walled garden.

The walks are led by volunteer walk leaders and offer the opportunity for anybody to spend time in nature and meet new people. Everyone is welcome, of all abilities and experience, and the walk leader will facilitate the walk to ensure everybody feels comfortable.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome, adult supervision required at all times.

Meeting point

This walk will start at Fairground car park in Helston (TR13 8WN or what3words///squeaking.magnetic.fuels). Meet at the information board at the beginning of the trail.

What to bring and wear

Wear clothing suitable for all weather, ideally layers with waterproofs and comfortable, sturdy footwear. Bring your own drinks/snacks.

Accessibility

The route follows a tarmac path from Fairground car park to the stables café and back again. There will be toilets available at the café at the half way point.

Other

Dogs welcome on a lead.

Contact info

Lizard & Penrose property office

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