Sennen to Marazion for standard walkers: 2 days
A short break exploring the mighty cliffs and crystal waters of southwest Cornwall. The walk takes you through two distinct regions; the wild cliffs and tiny coves of the West and Southwest coast where you are often fortunate enough to find yourself completely alone and then the developed and fascinating towns of Mounts Bay.
Passing by Lands End, Porthcurno (the Minack open air theatre), Mousehole, Newlyn and Penzance, there are many highlights, but it is always the scenery that steals the show. With granite headlands and outcrops, steep sided valleys and golden sands, this is a superb way to spend a short break.
Itinerary
Day 1
Start Point: Sennen Cove
Finish Point: Lamorna
Distance: 12 miles
Time walking: 5 hours 30 minutes excluding breaks
Difficulty: Moderate with at least two difficult sections. Sennen to Porthgwarra is easy. Porthgwarra to Porthcurno is moderate and Porthcurno to Lamorna is moderate/difficult. Difficulty is generally due to hills and rocky uneven paths.
Add On: Upon completing the walk, there are several ancient monuments near to Lamorna, including the Merry Maidens Stone Circle and Tregiffian Barrow, a Bronze Age burial chamber.
Beginning on the West coast, the walk heads round Lands End and on to the spectacular southwest coastline. High empty cliff tops with only a sparse covering of low grass and hardy gorse give way to open bays and sheltered valleys on the south coast; green and luxuriant in an otherwise rugged landscape.
The waters are the clearest you will find in Cornwall and the few beaches en route are just as spectacular. Porthcurno and Porthchapel are real gems and worth stopping off in. It is a common part of the coast to observe seals and basking sharks (summer time only) so keep your eyes open.
Well known spots such as the outdoor Minack Theatre and Lands End are surpassed by the natural beauty and it is no wonder that many retired authors and artists choose to make this region their home.
Day 2:
Start Point: Lamorna
Finish Point: Marazion
Distance: 9.5 miles
Time walking: 3 hours 30 minutes excluding breaks
Difficulty: Easy. There is one serious climb between Lamorna and Mousehole and the rest is over flat well surfaced path.
Add On: The short walk allows time to visit St Michaels Mount, Newlyn Harbour, Chapel Street in Penzance amongst others.
Continuing along the south coast, the path runs by the calm waters of Mounts Bay. The once distinct towns of Mousehole, Newlyn, Penzance and Marazion almost merge into one another nowadays, creating a landscape of harbours and promenades that trail off inland along streets and green hills. This is perhaps West Cornwall’s economic centre and it has maintained a seaside charm that draws thousands of visitors every year.
It is a picturesque working district that caters for visitors and locals alike. The busy harbour at Newlyn is still home to the country’s second largest fishing fleet, Mousehole receives visitors along side local catches and the shops and cafes of Penzance provide a centre for the surrounding towns and villages.
The towns share a history dating back to pre Roman times and the short distance to be covered allows ample chance to wander the streets, investigate the busy harbours and even pay a visit to St Michaels Mount.
Useful Information:
Trains run direct from London Paddington and the Midlands to Penzance. It is then only a 25 minute transfer to Sennen.
Sennen lies at the end of the A30 and can be easily reached by car.
Nearest large town is Penzance.
Marazion lies on the outskirts of Penzance and is easily reached by car and bus. Upon completion we offer a transfer back to Penzance or Sennen.
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Distance:
21 miles
Av. distance per day:
10.5 miles
Difficulty:
Moderate
Overnight:
Lamorna
Price:
2 days/ 3 nights £210*
Camping 2 days/ 3 nights**
£200 per person
*Price per person based on two people sharing a room. A supplement may apply for those who require a room for one person only.
*Price includes: bed and breakfast, baggage transfers, information packs, advice and support, inital and ultimate transfers.
**Price based on two people sharing a tent. Includes equipment rental, camping pitch fee, tent and baggage transfers, information pack, advice and support, initial and ultimate transfers. Refundable damage deposit also required.
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