Higher Penrose and the Parkland walk, Penrose, Cornwall
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Inland walk

Higher Penrose and the Parkland walk, Penrose

Helston, Cornwall

Distance 6.4
Time 2 hours
Type Inland
Parking Penrose Hill Car Park

About Higher Penrose and the Parkland walk, Penrose

This 4 mile circular walk will take you through Penrose woodland, parkland and along one side of Loe Pool, stopping at the Stables Cafe 3/4 of the way around. A moderate climb; level and uneven paths, may be muddy in winter.

Allow about 2 hours for a steady pace, and longer if you plan to stop for photos or a café.

Parking: Penrose Hill Car Park.

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

The Atlantic Inn 0.9 km Eat The Atlantic Inn The Atlantic Inn Helston sits in Helston, Cornwall — a practical place to eat and drink… The Square Deli & Cafe 1 km Eat The Square Deli & Cafe The Square Deli & Cafe Helston is a verified place to eat and drink in Helston,… Corner Deli 1 km Eat Corner Deli Looking for Corner Deli Helston? This place to eat and drink in Helston, Cornwall is listed… The Square at Porthleven 1 km Eat The Square at Porthleven The Square at Porthleven Helston is a verified place to eat and drink in Helston, Cornwall,… The Old Custom House Inn 1 km Eat The Old Custom House Inn The Old Custom House Inn Helston sits in Helston, Cornwall — a practical place to eat… Harbour Inn 1 km Eat Harbour Inn Harbour Inn Helston is a verified place to eat and drink in Helston, Cornwall, listed on…

See & do

Lizard Coastal Path (Stretch near Porthleven) 0.3 km See Lizard Coastal Path (Stretch near Porthleven) Looking for Lizard Coastal Path (Stretch near Porthleven) Helston? This attraction and things to do stop… Porthleven Harbour & Foreshore 0.3 km See Porthleven Harbour & Foreshore Porthleven Harbour & Foreshore Loe is a verified attraction and things to do stop in Loe,… Porthleven Harbour 0.4 km See Porthleven Harbour Porthleven Harbour Penrose is a verified attraction and things to do stop in Penrose, Cornwall, listed… Old Customs House Inn, Porthleven (within 2 miles) 0.4 km See Old Customs House Inn, Porthleven (within 2 miles) Old Customs House Inn, Porthleven (within 2 miles) Helston sits in Helston, Cornwall — a practical… Loe Pool 0.4 km See Loe Pool Loe Pool Helston is a verified attraction and things to do stop in Helston, Cornwall, listed… Penrose Estate (National Trust) 0.6 km See Penrose Estate (National Trust) Looking for Penrose Estate (National Trust) Helston? This attraction and things to do stop in Helston,…

Family & play

Flambards Theme Park (Limited to specific attractions within 2 miles) 0.1 km Family Flambards Theme Park (Limited to specific attractions within 2 miles) Flambards Theme Park (Limited to specific attractions is a verified attraction and things to do stop… Flambards Theme Park 0.6 km Family Flambards Theme Park Flambards Theme Park Helston sits in Helston, Cornwall — a practical attraction and things to do… Lizard Adventure (Activity provider based near Helston) 0.7 km Family Lizard Adventure (Activity provider based near Helston) Lizard Adventure (Activity provider based near Helston) is a verified attraction and things to do stop…

Wildlife & nature

Helston Downs Nature Reserve 0.2 km Wildlife Helston Downs Nature Reserve Looking for Helston Downs Nature Reserve? This attraction and things to do stop in Helston, Cornwall… Loe Pool Nature Reserve (South West Coast Path Access) 3 km Wildlife Loe Pool Nature Reserve (South West Coast Path Access) Loe Pool Nature Reserve (South West Coast Path Access) sits in Loe, Cornwall — a practical… Cudden Point Nature Reserve 3.2 km Wildlife Cudden Point Nature Reserve Cudden Point Nature Reserve Perranuthnoe is a verified attraction and things to do stop in Perranuthnoe,… The Cornish Seal Sanctuary 5.1 km Wildlife The Cornish Seal Sanctuary The Cornish Seal Sanctuary Helston sits in Helston, Cornwall — a practical attraction and things to…

Beaches nearby

Porthleven Sands 0.2 km Beaches Porthleven Sands A stunning stretch of the South West Coast Path offering unparalleled sea views and access to… Loe Bar 0.4 km Beaches Loe Bar An iconic natural barrier of sand and shingle, Loe Bar connects to the Lizard Peninsula near… Porthleven Sands 0.9 km Beaches Porthleven Sands A picturesque harbour town beach offering golden sands and rugged cliffs. Perfect for a stroll or… Gunwalloe Beach 1.6 km Beaches Gunwalloe Beach A beautiful beach near Berepper, Cornwall. Dollar Cove 4.1 km Beaches Dollar Cove Discover the dramatic beauty of Dollar Cove, a hidden gem near Gunwalloe. Explore its rocky shores… Church Cove 4.4 km Beaches Church Cove A beautiful beach near Church Cove, Cornwall.

Shops & markets

Nauti But Nice 0.1 km Shop Nauti But Nice Nauti But Nice Loe sits in Loe, Cornwall — a practical shop and retail stop for… Porthleven Food Market (Occasional - within 2 miles) 0.3 km Shop Porthleven Food Market (Occasional - within 2 miles) Porthleven Food Market (Occasional – within 2 miles) Helston sits in Helston, Cornwall — a practical… The Old Stable Antiques & Collectables 0.9 km Shop The Old Stable Antiques & Collectables Looking for The Old Stable Antiques & Collectables Helston? This shop and retail stop in Helston,… The Cornish Store 1 km Shop The Cornish Store Looking for The Cornish Store Loe? This shop and retail stop in Loe, Cornwall is listed… Ginsters Bakery (Factory Shop) 1 km Shop Ginsters Bakery (Factory Shop) Looking for Ginsters Bakery (Factory Shop) Helston? This shop and retail stop in Helston, Cornwall is… Porthleven Food Market 1 km Shop Porthleven Food Market Porthleven Food Market Rinsey sits in Rinsey, Cornwall — a practical shop and retail stop for…

Places to stay

Rosewall Campsite 0.2 km Stay Rosewall Campsite Rosewall Campsite Cornelly sits in Cornelly, Cornwall — a practical place to stay for visitors exploring… The Great Barn Porthleven 0.2 km Stay The Great Barn Porthleven The Great Barn Porthleven sits in Porthleven, Cornwall — a practical place to stay for visitors… The Old Forge 0.3 km Stay The Old Forge Looking for The Old Forge Loe? This place to stay in Loe, Cornwall is listed on… Loe Bar Beach House 0.4 km Stay Loe Bar Beach House Looking for Loe Bar Beach House Helston? This place to stay in Helston, Cornwall is listed… The Tolcarne Inn 0.4 km Stay The Tolcarne Inn The Tolcarne Inn Loe is a verified place to stay in Loe, Cornwall, listed on Cornish.co.uk… The Old Forge 0.9 km Stay The Old Forge The Old Forge Breage sits in Breage, Cornwall — a practical place to stay for visitors…

Know before you go

🧭 Getting there

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

🅿️ Parking

Penrose Hill Car Park

🐕 Dogs

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

⛰️ Safety

Paths can be muddy and uneven after rain. Wear suitable footwear and let someone know your route on longer walks.

More walks nearby

Coastal paths and inland loops within reach of this spot.