Breney Common is an important wetland, open water and dry heathland site designated as a SSSI and nature reserve. Historically it was a tin mining area which left the depressions and landforms which then became ponds and ditches. There are a wide variety of plants and animals here, the area supports several dragonfly and damselfly species.

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1. Breney Common & Helman Tor loop from Lowertown

3.47km

00:57

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Helman Tor & Lanlivery loop from Luxulyan

13.0km

03:33

190m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Breney Common Nature Reserve – The Saints Way Ridgeline Track loop from Lanlivery

8.69km

02:21

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 130 m

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Location: Lanlivery, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Breney Common Nature Reserve

1. Breney Common & Helman Tor loop from Lowertown

2. Helman Tor & Lanlivery loop from Luxulyan

3. Breney Common Nature Reserve – The Saints Way Ridgeline Track loop from Lanlivery

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