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Cadgwith, Lizard Point & Kynance Cove loop from Kennack Sands — South West Coast Path

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United Kingdom
England
South West England
Grade-Ruan

Cadgwith, Lizard Point & Kynance Cove loop from Kennack Sands — South West Coast Path

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Cadgwith, Lizard Point & Kynance Cove loop from Kennack Sands — South West Coast Path

05:15

19.1km

310m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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1.46 km

Poltesco Capstan House and Pilchard Cellar Ruins

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The large round building housed a human powered capstan, used to winch boats up onto the beach. The other building probably housed pilchard cellars in around the 1800s.

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3.15 km

Cadgwith

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Cadgwith is a small fishing village forgotten by the 21st century, situated on the eastern side of the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall. Fishermen still push their boats up the beach to catch shellfish and wet fish when the weather permits.

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3.48 km

The Devil's Frying Pan

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When the roof of this cave collapsed it left behind an impressive stone arch and 330 foot (100 m) deep hole. Depending on the weather conditions, you may see a …

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4

7.98 km

Lizard Point

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Lizard Point is the southernmost tip of Britain. A mild maritime climate and unique geology give the Lizard peninsula a distinctive character and make it ideal for rare and unusual …

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5

8.03 km

rather inconspicuous from the outside. Good crab sandwiches, fish and cream tea

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10.8 km

View of Kynance Cove

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Linger on the grassy clifftop here to look down on the aquamarine waters of Kynance Cove. A great spot for photographers, but do be careful as it's a sheer drop.

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11.3 km

Kynance Cove

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Ideal place for a swim in the sea during a walk under a radiant sun.

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15.2 km

St Grade Church

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Parts of the church date from the thirteenth century and the tower dates from around 1400. The nave and choir from the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries were rebuilt in 1862-1863, …

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19.1 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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8.90 km

4.89 km

2.72 km

1.57 km

1.06 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.4 km

2.92 km

2.03 km

1.65 km

1.49 km

637 m

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