Hallane Mill Beach – Pentewan Beach and Village loop from St. Austell

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Hallane Mill Beach – Pentewan Beach and Village loop from St. Austell

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Hallane Mill Beach – Pentewan Beach and Village loop from St. Austell

04:31

16.3km

290m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Cornwall National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.72 km

Silvermine Valley Cove

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Lovely spot, didn't try to get down there as it had been very wet but the descent looked hairy.

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7.84 km

View of Black Head Beach

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There is a path down to this beach, looks good for a swim.

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7.98 km

A. L. Rowse Monument

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A.L. Rowse was a historian renown for his work on both Cornwall and the Elizabethan Era. He lived near Black Head in Trenarren during his later years until he died in 1997.

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8.59 km

Hallane Mill Beach

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A well sheltered, rough sand and pebble beach which is great for swimming, snorkelling and rock pooling. A waterfall lands on the beach from the steam, to add to the attractiveness of the area.

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9.28 km

View of Hallane Beach and Black Head from the South West Coast Path

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Porthtowan, on the South West Coast Path just north of Pentewan, near St Austell, offers you drop dead scenic vistas. The views across to Hallane Beach, Drennick, and Black Head …

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11.0 km

View of Pentewan Sands Holiday Park

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View of Pentewan Sands Holiday Park.

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11.4 km

Pentewan Beach and Village

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Lovely seaside village to stop off at for refreshments during your ride. Great coffee and cakes available from Little Bay Cafe or if you fancy a beer there's the Ship …

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12.7 km

Pentewan Valley Trail

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This shared use hiking and cycling path passes by the St Austell River in the Pentewan Valley. It was an important place in the area's industrial history with tin being …

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16.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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