The South West Coast Path offers some of Britain’s most breathtaking walking, with the section around West Cornwall providing particularly dramatic scenery accessible from your Tregenza base. This ancient route, once used by coastguards patrolling for smugglers, now offers walkers unparalleled access to Cornwall’s diverse coastal landscapes.
For a challenging but rewarding day, tackle the seven-mile stretch from St Ives to Zennor, where granite cliffs plunge into the Atlantic and prehistoric field patterns remain visible on coastal slopes. Easier options include the level path around Mount’s Bay from Marazion to Penzance, with constant views of St Michael’s Mount, or the circular route at Godrevy that combines cliff-top walking with the vast sandy expanse of Gwithian Beach, often populated with basking seals. April brings carpets of wildflowers to the cliffs, while autumn offers the chance to witness spectacular wave displays during Atlantic storms. Pack appropriate footwear, water and weather protection, as conditions can change rapidly. Many routes conveniently pass coastal pubs offering well-earned refreshment and public transport connections for the return journey.
