cornwall south and west

Cornwall - South and West Group

We are the Cornwall South & West Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

Join us for a beautiful walk around Cornwall's largest natural lake on the Penrose Estate near Helston. The route takes us through woodland and marshland and also out to the coast, whilst keeping the lake in sight.  

Saturday, 14 March 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
163.4m / 536ft
Type:
circular

Please remember lunch, drink and snacks.

Please wear suitable footwear as it is likely to be muddy and wet underfoot in places.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SW 65430 27033
Nearest postcode:
TR13 8WN
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Start time:
10:00 am

Park at Helston Fairground Car park (which is next to Flora Motors). This is currently a free car park but please be aware Cornwall Council are going to charge for parking, it is unclear when this will be.

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
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking