Cornwall has enchanted visitors with its rugged shoreline, quaint fishing villages, and emerald wooded valleys for centuries. In this Collection, we introduce you to the Cornish Way which is guaranteed to make you fall in love with this beautiful seaside county.

You will discover the Cornish Way in seven stages from Bude to Land’s End. Ranging in length from 17 miles (28 km) to 34 miles (53 km), the routes are suitable for most levels of riders. But, bear in mind that the rolling Cornish hills that make up the much-loved coastal landscape are gruelling and every stage includes enough elevation gain to make your muscles scream. You will climb over 10,000 feet (3000 meters) in total.

Culinary delights such as fresh fish, ice creams, St Austell pints, and an abundance of Cornish pasties will keep you energized during your adventure. You can even visit Cornwall’s very own vineyard on the sun-soaked sides of the Camel Valley. Each stage ends in a town or village with accommodation options to ensure you are not only well-fed, but also well-rested.

As most of the route follows along peaceful country lanes and much-loved cycle paths such as the Camel Trail, any bike is suitable for this ride. You will follow the National Cycle Network routes 2, 3, and 32, which are signposted.

Wildlife enthusiasts will be spellbound by the Cornish Cycleway – with luck on your side, you might spot a variety of rare birds such as peregrines as you ride through various natural habitats like woodland, regenerated heathland and luscious valleys. The route also passes the Eden Project, a fascinating collection of futuristic biodomes showcasing plant species from around the world.

Every twisting corner of the Cornish Way brings more delight: stunning villages such as Portloe, Portmellon and Mevagissey, regal estates, industrial heritage, Victorian railways and long-forgotten gardens are all waiting to be explored.

The Cornish Way begins in Bude, a popular surfing town on the coast. As Bude doesn’t have a train station, the easiest way to reach the starting line is via Penzance or Exeter. Alternatively, you could travel by car.

Life in Cornwall seems to pass slowly: fishing boats gently rock in the harbors, daily life plays out on the cobbled streets of quaint villages, and the sea quietly laps golden sands. With so many beautiful scenes to take in, don’t rush. Relax into your saddle and enjoy every moment.

For more information about visiting Cornwall, visit: visitcornwall.com
For information about traveling to Bude, visit: visitbude.info/bude/getting-to-bude