Ruan Minor to Cadgwith to Poltesco - a short walk using the South West Coast Path



Short Walks (up to one day) Suitable for Geology Suitable for Heritage Suitable for Wildlife Suitable for Scenery
Walk name: Ruan Minor to Cadgwith to Poltesco
: Ruan Minor
Finish location: Ruan Minor
Distance: 2 miles (3km)
Grade Moderate/Difficult
Terrain There are a few tiring climbs and steep slippery slabs of rock to cross. This really is the geological walk par excellence.
Circular Walk: Yes
Free from obstacles & steep gradients: No

Walk description:

Robin Bates and Bill Scolding have produced a book 'Five Walks around Ruan Minor and Cadgwith.' One of the walks is detailed here ' Ruan Minor-Cadgwith-Poltesco.' You won't be alone on this walk - George Bernard Shaw will accompany you down the Cadgwith valley; Rambo Stephens will take you from Cadgwith to his lookout at Enys Point, Professor Charles Babington will be pointing out rare flowers and Jabez Druit will meet you at Carleon Cove to take you on a guided tour around the remains of his serpentine factory. An extract from the booklet including a detailed description of the walk along with information on the wildlife and history of the area can be viewed and printed by clicking on the 'Printer friendly page' button on the right.

Public transport information:
There are buses serving the area. For details visit Traveline or
phone 0871 200 2233.
Toilets:
Ruan Minor; Cadgwith Cove
Nearest Car parks:
Behind the village hall, Ruan Minor (Postcode for Sat Nav: TR12 7LJ).
Nearest refreshments:
Cadgwith near Ruan Minor, Pub.
Further Information:
The book 'Five Walks around Ruan Minor & Cadgwith' can be purchased from the South West Coast Path Association
and local shops.
Helston and Lizard Tourist Information Centre or visit the website
Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
OS Explorer Map number: 103
booklet image Booklets available: A 32 page guidebook ‘Five Walks around Ruan Minor & Cadgwith’ is available from local Tourist Information Centres or can be purchased online from the South West Coast Path Association webshop for £2.99.

Path News
* The 2010 Coast Path Photo Competition
* How to see the walks in Google Earth.

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PICTURE: Cadgwith. Photographer Stuart Tormey
Cadgwith. Photographer Stuart Tormey

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