Swanpool - Mawnan Smith circular

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Overview

This is a circular walk beginning from the large car park in Swanpool. From there we head uphill and inland to Budock Water then along various lanes and fields to Mawnan Smith from where we turn towards the coast path in Maenporth. Coast path return to the cars.

Saturday, 29 November 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: 304.8m / 1000ft
Type:: circular

Features

Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
Dog friendly
Introductory walk

Starting point

Grid reference:: SW 80157 31230
Nearest postcode:: TR11 5JL
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Start time:: 10:00 am

This is a pay and display car park. There is free parking on the road nearby.

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