Gribbin Head walk at Fowey Estuary, Lantic Bay, Cornwall
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Coastal walk

Gribbin Head walk at Fowey Estuary, Lantic Bay

Fowey, Cornwall

Distance 6.4
Time 1 h 30 min
Type Coastal
Parking National Trust car park at Coombe Farm

About Gribbin Head walk at Fowey Estuary, Lantic Bay

Gribbin Head walk at Fowey Estuary, Lantic Bay is a coastal walk on Cornish.co.uk — a full trail guide with the route on the map, practical notes, and nearby places from the directory. It starts near Fowey. The route is around 6.4.

Allow about 1 h 30 min for a steady pace, and longer if you plan to stop for photos or a café.

Parking: National Trust car park at Coombe Farm.

Dogs are generally welcome on Cornish trails — keep them on a lead near livestock, cliff edges and nesting birds.

There are 32 listings mapped nearby — cafés, sights, family stops and more. Use the map key to filter pins, then browse the cards below.

As with any Cornish coast path, check tide times and the forecast before you set out, keep back from cliff edges, and wear footwear with a decent grip.

Official trail info ↗

Walk map & stop-offs

Stops along the way

Real places near this walk — pulled from the Cornish.co.uk directory. Somewhere to eat, things to see, family days out, wildlife and beaches within easy reach.

Eat & drink

Readymoney Beach Shop & Cafe 0.1 km Eat Readymoney Beach Shop & Cafe Readymoney Beach Shop & Cafe Fowey is a verified place to eat and drink in Fowey,… Readymoney Beach Cafe 0.1 km Eat Readymoney Beach Cafe Readymoney Beach Cafe Fowey is a verified place to eat and drink in Fowey, Cornwall, listed… The Ferry Boat Inn 0.8 km Eat The Ferry Boat Inn Looking for The Ferry Boat Inn Bodinnick? This place to eat and drink in Bodinnick, Cornwall… The Lugger Inn 0.8 km Eat The Lugger Inn The Lugger Inn Fowey sits in Fowey, Cornwall — a practical place to eat and drink… Pintxo Fowey 0.8 km Eat Pintxo Fowey Pintxo Fowey is a verified place to eat and drink in Fowey, Cornwall, listed on Cornish.co.uk… The Old Bakehouse 1 km Eat The Old Bakehouse Looking for The Old Bakehouse Coxpark? This place to eat and drink in Coxpark, Cornwall is…

See & do

St Catherine's Castle 0.1 km See St Catherine's Castle St Catherine’s Castle Fowey is a verified attraction and things to do stop in Fowey, Cornwall,… St Catherine's Castle Gardens and Cliffs 0.1 km See St Catherine's Castle Gardens and Cliffs St Catherine’s Castle Gardens and Cliffs Fowey is a verified attraction and things to do stop… Bodinnick Ferry Terminal Area 0.2 km See Bodinnick Ferry Terminal Area Bodinnick Ferry Terminal Area Fowey sits in Fowey, Cornwall — a practical attraction and things to… St. Fimbarrus Church 0.3 km See St. Fimbarrus Church Looking for St. Fimbarrus Church Tresillian? This attraction and things to do stop in Tresillian, Cornwall… National Trust - Lantic Bay (part of the South West Coast Path) 0.3 km See National Trust - Lantic Bay (part of the South West Coast Path) Looking for National Trust – Lantic Bay (part of the South West Coast? This attraction and… The Old Quay House 0.4 km See The Old Quay House The Old Quay House Tresillian is a verified attraction and things to do stop in Tresillian,…

Family & play

Par Beach Play Park 5.5 km Family Par Beach Play Park Par Beach Play Park is a verified attraction and things to do stop in Par, Cornwall,…

Wildlife & nature

The Fowey Aquarium 0.7 km Wildlife The Fowey Aquarium The Fowey Aquarium sits in Fowey, Cornwall — a practical attraction and things to do stop…

Beaches nearby

Coombe Haven 0 km Beaches Coombe Haven Readymoney Cove Beach 0.1 km Beaches Readymoney Cove Beach Enjoy the sheltered shores of Readymoney Beach, a short walk or ferry ride from Polruan, renowned… Polkerris 1.9 km Beaches Polkerris A delightful sheltered sandy cove, popular for watersports like kayaking and paddleboarding. Its horseshoe shape offers… Booley Beach 2.4 km Beaches Booley Beach Lantic Bay 2.9 km Beaches Lantic Bay A breathtaking, unspoiled Cornish paradise with golden sands and turquoise waters. Hike the coastal path from… Par Sands 3.1 km Beaches Par Sands A vast expanse of sand, ideal for walking, dog-friendly fun, and spotting wildlife. Easily accessible and…

Shops & markets

Polruan Artisan Cheese 0.3 km Shop Polruan Artisan Cheese Looking for Polruan Artisan Cheese Fowey? This shop and retail stop in Fowey, Cornwall is listed… Polruan Ferry Terminal (shops nearby) 0.3 km Shop Polruan Ferry Terminal (shops nearby) Polruan Ferry Terminal (shops nearby) Fowey is a verified shop and retail stop in Fowey, Cornwall,… Old Bridge Stores (Polruan) 0.4 km Shop Old Bridge Stores (Polruan) Old Bridge Stores (Polruan) Fowey sits in Fowey, Cornwall — a practical shop and retail stop… Lily & Lime 0.6 km Shop Lily & Lime Lily & Lime Fowey is a verified shop and retail stop in Fowey, Cornwall, listed on… Polruan Post Office & Stores 0.7 km Shop Polruan Post Office & Stores Polruan Post Office & Stores Bodinnick sits in Bodinnick, Cornwall — a practical shop and retail… The Book Nook (Fowey) 0.7 km Shop The Book Nook (Fowey) The Book Nook (Fowey) sits in Fowey, Cornwall — a practical shop and retail stop for…

Places to stay

The Gribbin 0.1 km Stay The Gribbin The Gribbin Fowey is a verified place to stay in Fowey, Cornwall, listed on Cornish.co.uk with… Gribbin Head House 0.1 km Stay Gribbin Head House Looking for Gribbin Head House Fowey? This place to stay in Fowey, Cornwall is listed on… The Olde House 0.5 km Stay The Olde House The Olde House Fowey sits in Fowey, Cornwall — a practical place to stay for visitors… Fowey Hall Hotel 0.5 km Stay Fowey Hall Hotel Looking for Fowey Hall Hotel? This place to stay in Fowey, Cornwall is listed on Cornish.co.uk… The Esplanade Hotel 0.6 km Stay The Esplanade Hotel The Esplanade Hotel Polmorla sits in Polmorla, Cornwall — a practical place to stay for visitors… Polruan Cottages (various) 0.7 km Stay Polruan Cottages (various) Looking for Polruan Cottages (various) Bodinnick? This place to stay in Bodinnick, Cornwall is listed on…

Know before you go

🧭 Getting there

The walk starts near Fowey. Use the directions button above to route to the trailhead.

🅿️ Parking

National Trust car park at Coombe Farm

🐕 Dogs

Dogs are generally welcome on Cornish trails — keep them on a lead near livestock and cliff edges.

🌊 Safety

Coastal sections can be exposed — check tide times and the forecast, keep back from cliff edges, and wear grippy footwear.

More walks nearby

Coastal paths and inland loops within reach of this spot.