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Cornwall’s Forgotten Corner

Explore Cornwall’s scenic coast and rich maritime history
 
Authentic Cornwall | Experience peaceful villages, scenic cliff walks, and a warm local welcome away from crowds.
Historical significance | Links to WWII, Plymouth’s Royal William Yard, and of course, the Mayflower.
Great hospitality | Stay in stylish, handpicked properties with character and exceptional service.
Coastal routes | Traverse 32 miles over six days, enjoying the sights and sounds of the coast.
Mount Edgcumbe Estate | Explore the extensive gardens and ancestral home of the Earls of Mount Edgcumbe.
What is included
  • 6 nights
  • 6 breakfasts
  • luggage transported
  • route notes and maps
  • GPS navigation
  • Cornwall’s Forgotten Corner
    Explore Cornwall’s scenic coast and rich maritime history
  • Cawsand village
  • Plymouth Sound from Mount Edgecumbe Country Park
  • Dine on local seafood
  • Fort Picklecombe
  • Looe
  • Portwrinkle coastal walking
  • Royal William Yard
  • Talland Bay
  • Whitsand Bay
What is included
  • 6 nights
  • 6 breakfasts
  • luggage transported
  • route notes and maps
  • GPS navigation
 

Holiday information

 

A walking holiday in southeast Cornwall

Escape the crowds to uncover an unspoiled slice of southeast Cornwall, featuring rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and tranquil coastal villages. On this relaxing self-guided walking holiday, you’ll traverse an exceptional stretch of the coast, taking in the breathtaking views over Looe Island, Whitsand Bay, and Plymouth Sound. Rich in maritime history and cultural charm, your route through this peaceful and unique corner of the UK offers a truly authentic Cornish experience.
Discover the region's WWII history and the iconic Mayflower Steps with detailed walking notes enriching the exploration of remarkable sites and stories. After each day of scenic walks and immersive history, a handpicked boutique hotel awaits your arrival, and for those looking to add an extra touch of luxury, upgrades are available. During this unforgettable six-day walking holiday, you'll cover 32 miles with the backdrop of beaches and quaint village life perfectly complemented by traditional Cornish cuisine.

 

Itinerary

The key to Inntravel holidays is flexibility. You can start on the day of your choice, and are free to add extra nights.
  • The average maximum daytime temperatures and monthly rainfall relate to the nearest weather station and are intended as a guide only.

    You should always be prepared for wet weather, whichever month you are travelling.
    Average temperatures and rainfall
      Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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    mm 86 64 60 64 58 54 51 54 49 93 79 87
  • Arrival in Looe
    Night 1: at Trehaven Manor Hotel (the first of 2 nights here)
    As your first night’s accommodation is on the day of travel, Day 1 is your first day of walking.
  • Around Looe - Polperro: 9km (5.5 miles), 3.5hrs; ascent 235m/descent 255m
    After taking the bus to the Crumplehorn Mill & Inn, wander down the long village street to reach the old harbour, surrounded by narrow winding streets and quaint white and pastel-coloured cottages. Join the Coast Path, heading east via Downend Point before dropping into Talland Bay after which you head back up onto the rugged coast winding your way through colourful gorse and bracken as you pass Looe Island nature reserve and then descend via a medieval chapel to join a low-level walkway back into Looe harbour.
    Looe Bridge
  • A choice of routes from Looe to Sheviock: 8km (5 miles) or 13km (8 miles)
    Looe to Sheviock: 8km, (5 miles), 3.5hrs; ascent 340m / descent 300m
    This walk begins with two buses or a taxi to Seaton beach. From Seaton, you can either stay on the road through Downderry or walk along the seawall to the Inn on the Shore. From Downderry, take the steep zigzag path up, then enjoy an airy stroll along the edge of fields with splendid views. You’ll descend into the charming fishing village of Portwrinkle before one last ascent to your accommodation in Sheviok via Crafthole..

    Coast Path Looe to Portwrinkle: 13km (8 miles), 4hrs; ascent 600m / descent 550m
    For those seeking a challenge, skip the bus/taxi and walk the entire route, which features tougher climbs. Navigate Looe's back streets or the beach, taking a quiet path to Plaidy Beach. From there, head to Millendreath Beach and café, then follow a lane and path up to the downs. You’ll descend through Bodigga Cliff National Trust nature reserve, where the landscape becomes wilder, following the wooded Coast Path above the shore before descending into Seaton and continuing as mentioned.
    Seaton
  • Sheviok to Cawsand / Kingsand: 12.5km (7.5 miles), 5hrs; ascent 360m/descent 355m
    This walk begins by heading back down to the Coast Path via the golf course, progressing east through fields towards a large, imposing building in the distance and Rame Head beyond. Crossing sheep-grazed fields, you approach the start of an MOD firing range. If in use, bypass it via a roadside path; if not, pass through the large Napoleonic Tregantle Fort. Continuing along the coast, you reach the unusual settlements of Freathy and Tregonhawke, where chalets tumble down the hillside towards the sea, then cross the peninsula via Wiggle Farm to arrive at your accommodation in Cawsand/Kingsand.
    Kingsand
  • Around Cawsand / Kingsand: 9km (5.5 miles), 3.5hrs; ascent/descent 325m
    This circular walk takes you up back up to the Coast Path, then high above the shore to a remote headland where the ruins of an ancient chapel stand, with the Eddystone Lighthouse visible nine miles to the south. From Rame Head, you head east to another headland, this one home to an early 19th century folly built for a future queen. You return to Cawsand and Kingsand via more wooded slopes.
    Rame Head
  • Cawsand / Kingsand to Plymouth: 10.5km (6.5 miles), 4hrs; ascent 185m/descent 210m
    Today, you leave Cawsand/Kingsand, following the shore through meadows and woodland into Mount Edgcumbe County Park. Here, you’ll find follies, ornate seats, and viewpoints overlooking the Sound, along with glimpses of a large Napoleonic fort now residential, before reaching the formal gardens of Mount Edgcumbe House. Explore the house and gardens, enjoy refreshments in the orangery, then take a short stroll to Cremyll for the foot ferry to Plymouth. Upon arrival, it’s a brief walk to King William Yard and Plymouth Hoe, where the Mayflower Steps await.
    Mount Edgcumbe House, Cremyll, Plymouth
 

Accommodation

Experience a charming blend of comfort and warm welcomes, in these inviting, carefully selected guesthouses and inns, each offering a unique atmosphere. Tastefully furnished rooms compliment the ideal locations of the stays, and breakfasts featuring local flavours are a highlight.

To make your holiday all the more special, we offer an upgrade option at Rooms by Bistrot Pierre, a beautifully restored, Grade II* listed building.

In some places, we work with more than one hotel, as shown below. All are hand-picked by us and, unless there is a price implication (in which case we will contact you to discuss your options), we will tell you which one we have booked for you on your booking confirmation.
 
Prices & travel options
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  • 6 Nights: 01 March 2025 - 31 October 2025 & 01 March 2026 - 31 October 2026

    Start Any day | End by latest date(s) shown above

    Starting Price
    23 - 31 Jul 2025 £1061
    1 - 24 Aug 2025 £1061
    25 Aug - 30 Sep 2025 £1061
    1 - 24 Oct 2025 £1051
    1 - 30 Apr 2026 £1121
    1 - 31 May 2026 £1151
    1 - 30 Jun 2026 £1151
    1 - 31 Jul 2026 £1151
    1 - 31 Aug 2026 £1151
    1 - 30 Sep 2026 £1151
    1 - 25 Oct 2026 £1141
    Includes accommodation, meals and services integral to the holiday as described, plus walking notes and maps, and any connecting travel detailed below.

    Please note: dogs are not permitted on Inntravel holidays

  • Prices below are based on 2 people travelling together. If you are travelling solo or as a party of 3 or more and our arrangements include a taxi, please contact us for prices; additional passengers often pay less.

    Where a price range is given, the price you pay depends on your date of travel.

    Connecting travel options - via Looe station

    Outward route Price per person Latest
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    own travel arrangements Looe station to hotel pay locally flexible
    Homeward route
    not recommended in this direction

    Connecting travel options - via Plymouth station

    Outward route
    not recommended in this direction
    Homeward route Price per person Earliest
    departure time
    own travel arrangements hotel to Plymouth station pay locally flexible
 
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FAQs

If you have any questions relating to this or any other Inntravel holiday, our friendly travel experts will be happy to help. You might also find our General FAQs section helpful.
  • Yes, prior to going on holiday you will be able to download GPX tracks so that you can follow your route on your smartphone or dedicated GPS device if you wish. It’s entirely up to you whether or not you use them – our detailed, step-by-step route notes remain the principal means of guiding you from A to B – but we provide them as a secondary means of navigation for additional reassurance when walking.
  • Yes, absolutely. Over the years, we have arranged a great many holidays in the UK for customers living in the USA, Canada, Australia and beyond.

    If you've never travelled with us before, it's worth reading the web pages which explain how we can cater for customers who live outside the UK. The main thing to bear in mind is that our tour operator's licence doesn't allow us to book flights that originate outside the UK, and nor are we able to book rail travel in the UK, so we can't make travel arrangements for you, other than pre-arranging taxis between the local railway station and the accommodation – see the ‘prices & travel’ section for the options available.

    For practical information about travelling to the UK, see the 'what do I need to know about travelling to England, Scotland and Wales?' question.
  • Since our holidays are self-guided, we recommend calling us for a chat about your plans before making a booking, especially if it’s the first time you’ve booked with us.
    The price panel shows the supplement for a single room and also the single traveller charge (this covers (luggage) transfers and other costs which are usually shared between two people).
  • Once you’ve decided on your exact itinerary (our travel experts will be happy to offer advice), you need to provide us with your party’s details, either by phone or via our booking form. At this point we also ask you to pay a deposit so that we can secure a room for you immediately on confirming availability with the hotel(s). If it turns out that we can’t secure the accommodation for the holiday you’ve requested, or offer an acceptable alternative, we’ll refund your deposit promptly and in full. After booking your accommodation and other key elements, we'll then book your travel (or you can do so if you’re making your own arrangements) and send you a Booking Confirmation and Invoice.

    More information about the booking process >
    Information about accommodation, general practicalities and more >
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  • Yes, it’s something we insist on, even for holidays in the UK. The vast majority of holidays go smoothly, but when things go wrong, it can be expensive to put them right. Buying a new pair of walking boots after your suitcase is stolen mightn’t seem so bad, but the bill for being airlifted down from a mountain with a broken leg or flown home while still recovering from an illness or accident can incur a five or six-figure bill.

    Many insurers offer travel insurance (you can find details on our insurance page of a policy that you may like to consider if you are a UK resident), but you do need to make sure that you’re covered for medical emergencies – including falling ill with Covid-19 while on holiday – and repatriation. We also recommend that you are covered for other eventualities, such as cancellation and loss of luggage and passports.

    When you purchase a policy, be sure to check that it covers the activities you'll be doing on holiday and that it is adequate for your own individual needs.
  • You are the best judge of your child’s/children’s capabilities. We are happy to take bookings for families of older children/teenagers if they walk regularly, love the outdoors and are comfortable with the distances and ascent/descent involved. Please note that the bedrooms at most of the accommodation we use will normally only sleep a maximum of 3 people, and sometimes only 2.
  • Unfortunately not. The Inntravel team includes many dog owners, but the extra considerations – such as whether taxi firms accept dogs for transfers to the start of walks, whether routes cross private land on which dogs are not allowed, and proximity to a vet’s – would add another layer of complexity to what are already quite complex holidays.
  • As a minimum, you will need a passport to enter the UK; requirements vary according to your nationality. It is your responsibility to ensure you are in possession of the correct travel documents, with the correct validity. You’ll need to check requirements on the website of your own country’s government or that of the British government. Our essential travel information page provides links to websites where you can find out about the applicable requirements, along with general official travel advice.
     
    English is the most widely spoken of several official languages; in Wales, for example, Welsh has equal status. The currency is the British pound (Scotland issues its own bank notes, but Bank of England notes can be used in Scotland and vice versa). The UK follows Greenwich Mean Time during autumn and winter, but switches to British Summer Time (GMT + 1) from late March until late October.
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