The grotto here was built in the late 18th century. Although you can't access it, you can see the octagonal folly from the beach. The area is called Polridmouth Bay which is pronounced Pridmouth.

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1. Gribbin Head & Polkerris loop from Coombe Farm — Cornwall

7.84km

02:13

170m

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

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2. Cornwall Coastal Trail – Polkerris Beach loop from Fowey

14.9km

04:14

330m

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

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3. Cornwall Coastal Trail – Fowey Harbour loop from Par

19.5km

05:23

330m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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Polridmouth Bay and Menabilly Grotto

1. Gribbin Head & Polkerris loop from Coombe Farm — Cornwall

2. Cornwall Coastal Trail – Polkerris Beach loop from Fowey

3. Cornwall Coastal Trail – Fowey Harbour loop from Par

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