7-Night Cornwall Tread Lightly Guided Walking Holiday Tour Style: Tread Lightly Destinations: Cornwall & England Trip code: SVSUS-7 2 & 3 HOLIDAY OVERVIEW We are all well-versed in ‘leaving no trace’ but now we invite you to join us in taking it to the next level with our new Tread Lightly walks. We have pulled together a series of spectacular walks which do not use transport, reducing our carbon footprint while still exploring the best landscapes that Cornwall have to offer. You will still enjoy the choice of three top-quality walks of different grades as well as the warm welcome of a HF country house, all with the added peace of mind that you are doing your part in protecting our incredible British countryside. 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 • 5 days guided walking; 1 free day www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 1 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 • Use of our comprehensive Discovery Point • Choice of up to three guided walks each walking day • The services of HF Holidays Walking Leaders HOLIDAYS HIGHLIGHTS • Enjoy breath taking walks from the doors of our country house • Enjoy wandering through the narrow streets of St Ives, perhaps visiting the Tate Gallery, or taking a boat trip to Seal Island • Discover the idyllic River Cove and enchanting Trevail Mill, two secluded hidden gems • Look out for seals at River Cove and enjoy a well-deserved ice cream by Porthmeor beach ITINERARY Day 1: Arrival Day You're welcome to check in from 4pm onwards. Enjoy a complimentary Afternoon Tea on arrival. Day 2: Around St Ives Option 1 - Around St Ives Distance: 6½ miles (10km) Total ascent: 950 feet (300m) In Summary: Head out on the coast path from the golden sands of Porthminster Beach then inland up and behind the town to reach the coast on the other side of St Ives. We return via the coastal path and explore St Ives island and town at a leisurely pace. Highlight: Get acquainted with the town, its history and surroundings, giving you a delightful taste of what’s still to come. Option 2 - St Ives & Halsetown Distance: 8½ miles (13½km) Ascent: 1,200 feet (380m) In Summary: We head down to pick up the coast path to the outskirts of Carbis Bay. Then inland through the village of Halsetown and via ancient field systems to reach the coast path back to St Ives, finishing with a tour of the town. Highlight: A varied mix of coast path, fields and town – a wonderful way to acquaint yourself with St Ives and its environs. Option 3 - St Ives & Beyond Distance: 10½ miles (17km) Ascent: 1,400 feet (420m) In Summary: We start along the coast to Carbis Bay before heading inland following part of St Michael’s Way www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 2 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 to Bowl Rock. Then through the charming hamlet of Vorvas before heading to the coast west of St Ives, finishing with a tour of the town. Highlight: A full-on walk with stunning scenery and plenty of interest, including the legend of Bowl Rock. Day 3: Lelant And Carbis Bay Option 1 - Knills Monument, Carrack Gladden & 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 Carrack Gladden, before following the South West Coast Path to Carbis Bay and back into St Ives. Highlight: There's plenty of time to relax and enjoy the many delights of St Ives. Enjoy wandering through the narrow streets, perhaps visit the Tate Gallery, or take a boat trip to Seal Island. To note when choosing your walk: There is a steep, slippery concrete path descending to Carbis Bay and also steep, rocky sections on the coast path especially around Carrack Gladden. Option 2 - Knills Monument, Lelant & Carbis Bay Distance: 7½ miles (12km) Ascent: 1,200 feet (380m) 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, Carrack Gladden and Carbis Bay. Highlight: Enjoy glorious views over St Ives Bay from Knill's Monument. Look out for the Baulking House, once used by Cornish pilchard fishermen. To note when choosing your walk: There are steep, rocky sections on the coast path especially around Carrack Gladden. Option 3 - Trencrom Hill & Carbis Bay Distance: 10 miles (16km) Ascent: 1,300 feet (400m) In Summary: 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. www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 3 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 Day 4: Free Day Discover more about Chy Morvah and the local area for ideas on how to fill your free day. Day 5: Rugged Cliffs West Of St Ives Option 1 - Clodgy Point Distance: 6½ miles (10km) Total ascent: 850 feet (260m) In Summary: From St Ives we walk out along the 18th century packhorse route of the Tinner’s Way through a prehistoric field system to reach Pen Enys Point. We then return along the superb coast path. Highlight: There's plenty of time to relax and enjoy the many delights of St Ives at the end of this walk. Enjoy wandering through the narrow streets, perhaps visit the Tate Gallery, or take a boat trip to Seal Island. To note when choosing your walk: The coastal path we follow on our return to St Ives can be rough and rocky. Option 2 - River Cove, Trevail & Trevalgan Distance: 7½ miles (12km) Ascent: 1,450 feet (440m) In Summary: Head along the rugged coast passing coves and rocky headlands to River Cove, a great place for seal spotting. Then we turn inland along a valley to the charming Trevail Mill before heading back to St Ives via ancient field paths. Head along the rugged coast passing coves and rocky headlands to River Cove, a great place for seal spotting. Then we turn inland along a valley to the charming Trevail Mill before heading back to St Ives via ancient field paths. Highlight : Idyllic River Cove and enchanting Trevail Mill, two secluded hidden gems. To note when choosing your walk: The coastal path we follow on our return to St Ives can be rough and rocky. Option 3 - Mussel Point & River Cove Distance: 9 miles (14½km) Total ascent: 1,450 feet (440m) In Summary: The inland section of the walk crosses prehistoric fields, passing the hamlets of Trevega, Boscubben and Treveal. We reach the coast at Mussel Point then follow the undulating rugged path over the cliffs and headlands back to St Ives. Highlight: Look out for seals at River Cove, and later enjoy a well-deserved ice cream by Porthmeor beach when you arrive back in St Ives. www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 4 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 Day 6: Penwith Hills & 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 7: Carbis Bay And Lelant Option 1 - Carbis Bay Circular Distance: 5 miles (8km) Ascent: 950 feet (300m) In Summary: For guests on a 7 night holiday this walk will be a repeat from earlier in the week. We will walk in reverse for alternative views and perspective. A circular walk taking us from St Ives along the South West Coast Path to Carbis Bay.