4-Night Cornwall Guided Walking Holiday
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4-Night Cornwall Guided Walking Holiday Tour Style: Guided Walking Destinations: Cornwall & England Trip code: SVBOB-4 2 & 3 HOLIDAY OVERVIEW Blessed with breathtakingly beautiful beaches, Cornwall has more miles of coastline and more hours of sunshine than anywhere else in England. On a Guided Walking holiday at St Ives you'll discover the fantastic coastal path in all glory, from hidden coves to rugged headlands. WHAT'S INCLUDED • High quality en-suite accommodation in our country house • Full board from dinner upon arrival to breakfast on departure day • 3 days guided walking • Use of our comprehensive Discovery Point • Choice of up to three guided walks each walking day • The services of HF Holidays Walking Leaders www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 1 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 HOLIDAYS HIGHLIGHTS • Our guided walks will take you to rugged granite headlands and glorious sandy beaches • Also exploring off the beaten track to peaceful corners, hidden coves and sleepy fishing villages • Let our leaders bring classic routes and offbeat areas to life • Enjoy evenings in Chy Morvah where you can share a drink and re-live the days adventures ITINERARY Version 1 Day 1: Arrival Day You're welcome to check in from 4pm onwards. Enjoy a complimentary Afternoon Tea on arrival. Day 2: The Beaches And Cliffs Of North Cornwall Option 1 - Porthtowan To St Agnes Distance: 5 miles (8.5km) Ascent: 1,050 feet (320m) In Summary: Walk along the cliffs from Porthtowan to St Agnes. We'll pass the iconic ruined engine house at Wheal Coates mine which featured in the BBC series of Poldark, and head inland over St Agnes Beacon and into St Agnes village. Highlight: Seeing a spectacular array of seabirds including Fulmars and Guillemots. Option 2 - Porthtowan To Perranporth Distance: 8½ miles (13.5km) Ascent: 2,050 feet (620m) In Summary: A fantastic coastal walk from Porthtowan to St Agnes Head and Perranporth. A day of mining history, superb wildlife, and extensive sea views throughout. Highlight: Sampling the hedgehog ice cream at Chapel Porth Cove! You'll also see the much photographed Towanroath engine house of Wheal Coates mine. www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 2 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 Option 3 - Portreath To Perranporth Distance: 12 miles (19.5km) Ascent: 2,750 feet (840m) In Summary: A final chance to stride out and enjoy one of the best sections of the North Cornwall Coast Path. We'll tackle the section from Portreath to Perranporth. Highlight: With glorious sandy beaches and rugged headlands, this is the Cornish Coast at its very best. Day 3: Penwith Moors Option 1 - Rosewall Hill Distance: 5½ miles (9km) Ascent: 690 feet (215m) In Summary: We head up through the site of an old uranium mine before ascending Rosewall Hill, passing the remnants of an old tin mine on the way to the tor-like summit. We descend via Trevalgan Hill and return through fields and farms. Highlight: Unmissable views of Hayle Estuary, Carbis Bay and the brooding moors further west. Option 2 - Rosewall Hill & Towednack Distance: 7 miles (11.5km) Ascent: 925 feet (280m) In Summary: Our route takes us along quiet lanes and fields to Towednack before ascending Rosewall Hill. We walk along the tor-like rocky summit before descending over Trevalgan Hill and return through fields and farms. Highlight: A taste of the moors plus the charming 13th century church at Towednack make this a walk to remember Option 3 - Rosewall Hill & Zennor Hill Distance: 12 miles (19km) Ascent: 1,400 feet (430m) In Summary: We take a scenic route around Rosewall Hill then head further west passing Towednack church to reach more remote moorland. We pass Zennor Quoit before gaining the impressive rocky summit of Zennor Hill. We descend to Zennor village before following the field path back to St Ives. Highlight: Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in atmospheric moorland with its intriguing Neolithic monuments a mere stone’s throw from the coast. Day 4: The Extreme South Of England - Around The Lizard Option 1 - Kynance Cove Distance: 5½ miles (9km) www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 3 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 Ascent: 900 feet (280m) In Summary: A stunning circuit around the southern tip of England. We'll head to Church Cove, then continue around the headlands passing Bass Point, the Lizard Point lighthouse and on to Kynance Cove. Highlight: Kynance Cove is a real gem with its serpentine rock formations. Soak up the views from the beach cafe, watching out for beautiful, rare chough wheeling around the cliffs. Option 2 - Mullion To The Lizard Distance: 8 miles (13km) Ascent: 1390 feet (420m) In Summary: Follow the coastal path from Mullion Cove to the Lizard; a fantastic section of coastline with gnarled cliffs and hidden coves, with the option of continuing to Lizard Point itself. Highlight: Keep your eyes peeled for seals at Mullion harbour, then enjoy refreshments at Kynance Cove, before the final leg to Lizard village. Option 3 - Lizard Point Circuit Distance: 11 miles (18km) Ascent: 1,750 feet (540m) In Summary: A stunning coastal circuit around the southern tip of England. We'll head first to the quaint fishing village of Cadgwith, then enjoy the glorious coastal path passing the collapsed caves of the Devil’s Frying Pan, Lizard Point and Kynance Cove. Highlight: The sense of achievement as you arrive at the Lizard Point lighthouse and become the southern- most person in Britain! Day 5: Departure Day Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home. Version 2 Day 1: Arrival Day You're welcome to check in from 4pm onwards. Enjoy a complimentary Afternoon Tea on arrival. www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 4 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 Day 2: Poldark Country & Land's End Option 1 - St Just, Whitesand Bay To Land's End Distance: 5½ miles (8km) Ascent: 650 feet (220m) In Summary: Walk from the mining village of St Just across the fields and lanes of the Cot Valley, before joining the Coast Path to reach the old fishing village of Sennen Cove. The final section leads us over the granite cliffs to Land’s End. Highlight: The cliff-top walk from Sennen Cove to Land's End is particularly impressive, with a real sense of achievement as you reach this iconic spot. Option 2 - Botallack, Cape Cornwall And Land's End Distance: 8 miles (12.5km) Ascent: 1,620 feet (500m) In Summary: Follow the South West Coast Path from the famous Crown Mines at Botallack to Cape Cornwall. Then on past Ballowall Barrow, a Bronze Age burial chamber, to Sennen Cove and Land’s End. Highlight: Discover Cornwall's rich history of tin mining, now recognised as a World Heritage Site. Look out for the abandoned engine houses perched just above the sea at Botallack. Option 3 - Geevor Mine To Land's End Distance: 10 miles (16km) Ascent: 1,900 feet (580m) In Summary: Walk from Geevor to Levant Mine and Botallack, with lots of historical interest. We then follow a stunning section of the South West Coast Path, all the way to Land’s End. Highlight: This is coastal walking at its best; an opportunity to stride out and soak up the sea views. A celebratory pint at Land's End is well deserved after a great day with many ups and downs. Day 3: Lelant & Carbis Bay Option 1 - Carbis Bay Distance: 5 miles (8km) Ascent: 950 feet (300m) In Summary: A circular walk taking us from St Ives to Knill’s Monument and the promontory of Carrick Gladden, before following the coast path to Carbis Bay and back into St Ives. www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 5 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 Highlight: There's plenty of time to relax and enjoy the many delights of St Ives. Enjoy wandering through the narrow streets, exploring the harbour, or relaxing with a mug of hot coffee. Option 2 - Lelant & Carbis Bay Distance: 7 miles (11km) Total ascent: 1,000 feet (300m) In Summary: Head up to Knill’s Monument, then drop down to join the coast near Lelant church. We follow the coastal path back to St Ives, passing through the dunes beside Porthkidney Sands, Carrick Gladden and Carbis Bay. Highlight: Enjoy glorious views over St Ives Bay from Knill's Monument. Look out for the Balking House, once used by Cornish pilchard fishermen. Option 3 - Knill's Monument, Lelant And Carbis Bay Distance: 10 miles (16km) Ascent: 1,300 feet (400m) In Summary: For guests on a 7 night holiday this walk will be a repeat from earlier in the week, we will walk the route in reverse for alternative views and perspective. Head up to Knill’s Monument, then over fields to Lelant via Trencrom Hill. We follow the coast path beside the Hayle Estuary and through dunes overlooking Porthkidney Sands and Carbis Bay before arriving back at St Ives. Highlight: Stunning views from the top of the iron-age hill fort of Trencrom Hill, including the south coast and St Michael’s Mount. To note when choosing your walk: There are steep, rocky sections on the coast path especially around Carrack Gladden. Day 4: St Michael's Mount And Mousehole Option 1 - Marazion And St. Michael's Mount Distance: 5½ miles (9km) Ascent: 400 feet (120m) In Summary: Head out over the RSPB marshes on St. Michael's Way, pausing at the sculpture gardens at Tremenheere, then return to Marazion on the coast path and cross over to St.