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St Just (1.2 miles)
There’s a distinctly ‘frontier’ feel about St Just; clinging to the edge of the country and the first to catch any weather heading our way, the village has a cheerful ‘we’re all in this together’ atmosphere.
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Carn Euny Ancient Village (1.3 miles)
Imagine what life was like as an Iron Age villager. Budding archaeologists will love exploring this ancient, yet well-preserved settlement, which is thought to have thrived from the Iron Age until late Roman times. Carn Euny is probably best-known for its well-preserved fogou (Cornish for 'cave'), an underground passageway over 20 metres long. Fogous are intriguing structures and no one really knows what they were used for. Experts say they may have been used for storage, habitation or rituals, but their true purpose remains a mystery. Dare yourself to enter and make your own mind up. To get there, take the A30 past Penzance towards Land's End, turn right at Drift, then left before Sancreed, park at Brane and follow the footpath. Entry is free.
www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.15225
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Progo Beach (1.8 miles)
This secret little beach with a rock archway near the end of Cot Valley is only really visible at low tide.
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Cot Valley Beach (1.9 miles)
A local treasure. Two small, unspoilt beaches nestle in Cot Valley, which is a good area for birdwatching. Round boulders make up the beaches. At low tide a sandy, secluded cove is exposed. Idyllic.
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Gwenver Beach (2.2 miles)
This beautiful sandy beach is thought to take its name from Gwynevere of Arthurian legend. It's a steep walk down, but this means that it tends to be less crowded than neighbouring Sennen and is a favourite with the locals. The two beaches join at low tide. There aren't any facilities here, but it's about a 20 minute walk along the cliff path to the pubs, cafes and beach shops at Sennen.
50.089
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Priests Cove (2.2 miles)
This rocky little fishing cove sits next to England's only cape, Cape Cornwall. Climb the cape and see if you can spot the point where the Atlantic currents split, going to the Bristol Channel to the north and the English Channel to the south. A manmade tidal pool makes a good, safe place for children to swim and there is plenty of rockpooling to be done. There are parking and loos nearby and, in the summer, a snack van.
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Pendeen Farmers' Market (2.6 miles)
About a dozen local producers sell meat, vegetables, fruit, dairy products, cakes, bread and preserves at this farmers' market, held indoors at the Centre of Pendeen on the first and third Saturday of every month, 10am -1pm.
www.centreofpendeen.co.uk/index.html
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Fat Hen Foraging (2.6 miles)
Learn the art of foraging for wild food in Cornwall's countryside and coast with professional ecologist Caroline Davey, then enjoy a rustic feast back at the farmhouse prepared by the Fat Hen chefs.
www.fathen.org
50.092
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www.geevor.com
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Sennen Cove (2.9 miles)
A wide crescent of white sand, Sennen is great for sandcastles and surfing. When the tide is out, walk the length of the beach, scramble over the rocks and find the lovely neighbouring beach, Gwenver - it’s beautiful and tranquil. Easy access and parking make Sennen a popular choice with families. All amenities are close by, including toilets, beach shops, cafes and a pub, plus the Beach Restaurant which has great sea views.
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Sennen (3 miles)
Sennen is the most westerly village in England, and the Blue Flag Whitesand Bay is a mile long stretch of golden sand, with plenty of rock pools at low tide. Small boats still fish from the cove using traditional lobster pots and handlines. If you're lucky you might be able to pick up some handline caught bass or mackerel fresh off the boat.
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www.chapelidne.com
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Pendeen Lighthouse to Cape Cornwall (3.1 miles)
Start at Pendeen Watch Lighthouse for a spectacular coastal walk through some of Cornwall's old mining district. The coast path hugs dramatic cliffs for about three miles to Cape Cornwall, England's only cape and the point at which the Atlantic currents split. If you're feeling energetic, extend your walk another four miles or so along the coast to the beautiful sandy beach at Sennen. Look out for seals and sea birds along your way.
www.southwestcoastpath.com/main/sections/index.cfm?fsa=dspSe
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Sennen Cove to Land's End (3.2 miles)
Apart from a bit of a steep climb at the start, this is a moderate three-mile walk along the cliffs with stunning sea views. Join the Coast Path from the harbour car park at Sennen Cove. The climb up to the Old Coastguard Lookout is rewarded with great views across Sennen beach to Cape Cornwall . From here, it's a fairly gentle walk along the cliffs to England's most westerly point at Land's End.
www.southwestcoastpath.com/main/walks/index.cfm?fsa=dspWalkD
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Portheras Beach (3.5 miles)
A wonderful sandy beach on the wild stretch of coast between Pendeen Lighthouse and Morvah. The walk down means it remains less crowded than many other beaches in the area and is a favourite with the locals. There are no amenities here so we recommend you pack a picnic. Park either at Pendeen Lighthouse at the western end of the beach, or continue through Pendeen and turn off just before the village of Morvah to park in the field carpark and walk down the path next to the farm. Both ways involve about a 25 minute walk, but it is well worth it.
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Men-an-Tol (3.7 miles)
Start on the moors outside Penzance at this ancient monument for views of all three coasts. In olden days children with rickets were passed naked through the stones to be cured. Make your way to Lanyon Quoit and then Ding Dong Mine engine house.
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St Levan Farmers' Market (3.9 miles)
Come and stock up on local veg, meat, bread, cheese and crafts in this lovely little village, just along the road from the stunning Minack theatre at Porthcurno. Markets are held in the church hall on the first Monday of the month, 10-12.
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Land's End (4.1 miles)
The beginning (or end) to many a charity walk, cycle or drive, Land’s End is England’s most westerly point. This is where you run out of solid ground...
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Trereife House and Gardens (4.1 miles)
A graceful Queen Anne manor house set in beautiful gardens and parkland on the edge of Penzance. Trereife has been the home of the Le Grice family since 1798 when Valentine Le Grice, friend of Coleridge and Wordsworth, moved here. Today you can take a guided tour of the house with the current owner, Tim Le Grice. Art, craft and food fairs are sometimes held here. Closed on Saturdays.
www.trereifepark.co.uk
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The Poet's Cafe (4.1 miles)
Set in the grounds of Trereife House and Gardens, which has links to Coleridge, Wordsworth and Lamb, this new venue promotes poetry, literature and art. Serving light lunches and cream teas. Closed Saturdays.
www.trereifepark.co.uk
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Land's End Attractions (4.1 miles)
This iconic spot on the map is home to a theme park with all kinds of interactive displays and exhibitions, a farm where visitors can feed the animals and a small shopping village, but many people come simply to gaze out to sea from this dramatic, rocky piece of coastline.
www.landsend-landmark.co.uk
50.065
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Nanjizal Beach (4.4 miles)
A good spot for seal-watching, this pretty boulder beach is only accessible from the South West Coast Path, from Land's End to the north or Porthgwarra to the south, so remains largely untouched and never gets busy.
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Wild Food Walks (4.4 miles)
Learn how to identify, use and enjoy the abundance of wild food and medicinal plants that grow in Cornwall's beautiful countryside. Join a Forage, Cook and Dine Event, gather ingredients and enjoy delicious new flavours and tastes, or experience the 'wow-factor' on a Sensory Walk - open your senses, feel more alive and learn to walk with nature (rather than on it). Choose from locations including Marazion, Gwithian, and Cape Cornwall.
www.wildwalks-southwest.co.uk
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The Logan Rock Inn (4.4 miles)
This welcoming, traditional pub takes its name from the nearby legendary rock that sits precariously perched up on the cliffs near Porthcurno. The pretty beer garden and marquee make it an attractive option after a day at one of the nearby beaches. Or warm up in the snug bar area after a wintry walk on the cliffs.
www.staustellbrewery.co.uk/pubs/a-z-of-pubs/196-logan-rock-i
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Porthcurno (4.7 miles)
When the sun shines on Porthcurno, you could be forgiven for thinking that you’ve somehow stumbled onto a Mediterranean beach. White sand, turquoise sea, amber rocks and high cliffs create a magical atmosphere. This is a destination for those who really want to escape – there are no tacky shops, no ice cream vendors, and no noisy beachfront bars, just one of the most beautiful landscapes you can imagine.
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Penberth Cove (4.7 miles)
This little cove at the bottom of a lovely wooded valley still supports a small fishing fleet. Bring along the binoculars as it's good spot for birdwatching too.
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The Merry Maidens (4.7 miles)
One of England's best-preserved stone circles. Legend has it that this stone circle was made when 19 mischievious local lasses were turned to stone for dancing on a Sunday. The two 'Pipers' can be found in a field to the north east of the circle.The Merry Maidens are located in a field next to the B3315 Newlyn - Land's End road, near the village of Trewoofe.
www.historic-cornwall.org.uk/a2m/bronze_age/stone_circle/mer
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Jelberts Ices (4.8 miles)
Jelberts has resisted the temptation to expand and remains a one-off, niche product - probably the nearest thing to homemade ice cream that you can buy in Cornwall. Based in Newlyn, it grew out of a dairy business run by Jim Glover's grandfather before the Second World War, which delivered local milk and other dairy products in and around the town. Relish Jelberts' ice cream while you can: Jim Glover may be the last generation to run this business. Open Easter - October.
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Badcocks Gallery (4.8 miles)
Newlyn's only commercial fine art gallery showcases the best of Cornish art, with a monthly exhibition programme of Cornish painters and sculptors.
www.badcocksgallery.co.uk
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Pedn Vounder Beach (4.9 miles)
An unofficial naturist beach, Pedn Vounder is arguably one of Cornwall's loveliest beaches. With golden sands and clear blue waters, on a sunny day it feels as though you could be in the Mediterranean. Access is via the South West Coast Path, from Porthcurno to the west or Treen to the north. Due to the stunning cliffs, the last part of the descent is particularly steep and requires a bit of clambering.
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Minack Theatre (4.9 miles)
The Cornish theatre with real ‘wow’ factor is the Minack. Perched on the cliffs at Porthcurno, the Minack is an open-air theatre-in-the-round – and a triumph of vision over reality.
www.minack.com
50.04213
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Porthcurno Beach (4.9 miles)
Get to the bottom of the hit-and-miss path to Porthcurno, and you’ll feel as though you’ve stumbled into the Mediterranean - steeply shelving powder-fine sand, an almost luminous blue sea and cliffs sheltering you from the sea breezes.
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