Booby’s Bay walk is a coastal path in North Cornwall, near Padstow. This route gives you a stretch along the top of Constantine Beach, which is an open sandy bay. Because the path sits above the beach, you get wide views over the water. Also, the walking surface is the usual coastal track, so sturdy shoes help. Then, when you finish the beach section, you can take a quiet country road back to your starting point.
What to expect along the way
The main feature of Booby’s Bay walk is the section along the top of Constantine Beach. This means you are not down on the sand, but slightly above it. The beach below is broad and open, and the coastal path follows the edge of the land. Then, after this section, the walk changes character. Instead of coastal views, you move inland for the return leg. This return is along a relatively quiet country road. Because the road is not busy, it feels peaceful and easy to follow. You could also return back along the coast path if you prefer to stay by the sea. Another option is to catch the bus from Constantine, which gives you flexibility if you are tired.
Planning your visit
Booby’s Bay walk sits in a wider area of North Cornwall that is good for a day out. Padstow is nearby, so you can combine the walk with a visit to the town. Because the walk includes both coastal and inland sections, you get a change of scenery in one route. If you want a shorter outing, simply turn around at the end of the beach section and come back the same way. Also, the bus from Constantine means you do not need to walk the road if you would rather not. Overall, Booby’s Bay walk is a straightforward way to see part of the North Cornwall coast without a long or difficult route.
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