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A Boscastle meander

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Overview

We follow the Vallency valley inland crossing farm land and some lanes. We then join the |South West Coast Path at Rusey Cliff and continue back to Boscastle with stunning views of the coastline.

Saturday, 12 July 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
623m / 2044ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SX 10166 91235
Nearest postcode:
PL35 0HF
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Start time:
10:00 am

Main car park opposite the Cobweb Inn, charges apply.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
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