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.

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Overview

This is a linear 12 mile walk between Truro and Penryn train stations. It's a moderate walk despite the distance. We begin walking from Truro railway station past the back of County Hall, then along approximately 1 mile of road at which point it gets interesting: there are lovely lanes, fields, open moor, woods and mineworks aplenty on this walk.

Note the early 9.28 am start time explained below. 

I recommend meeting at Penryn train station (free parking on the road or paid at the station) to catch the 9.28 am train to Truro. We will walk back to the cars. You also have the option of meeting us outside Truro station (our train is due to arrive at 9.43 am) then catching the train back from Penryn at the end of our walk. 

We all know that trains are somewhat unreliable these days. If the 9.28am train to Truro is cancelled then we will wait for the 9.59 am train. If that too is cancelled Liam will lead a circular walk starting from Penryn station.  

Saturday, 14 June 2025
Start time:
9:28 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:
457.2m / 1500ft
Type:
linear

Remember lunch and a drink. Wear suitable footwear.

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SW 77903 34729
Nearest postcode:
TR10 8HF
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Start time:
9:28 am

Park at the station or on the road in front.

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SW 81696 44956
Nearest postcode:
TR1 3HH
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Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm

Truro railway station

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