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Lansallos
A wild and quiet Cornish landscape
Lansallos, Looe, Cornwall, PL13 2PX
Opening times for 21 December 2024
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Car park
Dogs allowed
Please keep dogs under close control at all times
Steep and uneven paths down to the beach and coast path. Nearest National Trust toilet at Lantivet Bay car park.
Steps/uneven terrain
Uneven access on the path down to the beach
By road
A38 from Plymouth, bypass Liskeard and after 2 miles turn left at roundabout onto A390, go through village of East Taphouse and turn left onto B3359. Travel for approximately 4 miles then turn right, signposted Lansallos and follow signs to Lansallos (6 miles). From St Austell, take A3082 towards Fowey then take ferry to Bodinnick. Leave Bodinnick heading towards Lanreath (1 mile). At Whitecross, take right turn, following signposts towards Polruan (3½ miles)
Parking: National Trust car parking at Lansallos (SX174518); Frogmore (SX157517) and Lantic Bay (SX150513)
On foot
on the South West Coast path
By train
Par, 6 miles (by ferry); Looe, 7 miles; St Austell, 11 miles (by ferry); Lostwithiel, 11 miles; Bodmin Parkway, 16 miles.
By bus
For up-to-date bus routes and times, see www.transportforcornwall.co.uk
Planning your visit
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Visiting Lansallos with your dog
Find out everything you need to know about bringing your dog to Lansallos, which welcomes dogs all year round.
Highlights
Beach and coastal walks
Down a wooded track is a beach and access to the South West Coast Path.
Things to see and do
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Exploring the area around Lansallos
Discover the places to visit in and around this Cornish village, including sandy coves, ancient churches, old water mills and landmarks from its smuggling heyday.
Outdoor activities
Activity
Outdoor activities at Lansallos
Whether you’re spending the day at Lansallos or sticking around for the week, there are plenty of ways to fill your time along this dramatic stretch of Cornish coast.
Top trails
Trail
Polruan to Polperro rollercoaster walk
A strenuous walk high above turquoise seas and white sandy beaches, and through prime fishing and smuggling territory.
Trail
Hendersick and Talland Bay Loop
This circular walking trail takes you along the South West Coast Path, with views over Looe Island and the South East Cornwall coast.
Trail
Whitsand Bay circular walk
Explore the coastline around Whitsand Bay on this circular walk between Tregantle Fort and Crafthole, full of wildlife, military history and smuggling stories.
Trail
Lansallos coastal and woodland walk
Discover this trail with a stretch of coastline that offers secluded coves and beaches in Lansallos, Cornwall.
Places to stay
Highertown Farm Campsite
A relaxed campsite near the South West Coast Path and quiet beach at Lansallos Cove.
Lansallos Old House
A handsome, semi-detached, dog-friendly, and characterful slate-hung farmhouse, with sweeping coastal views towards the Dodman Point and beyond.
Lansallos West House
A converted comfortable house, with sweeping views over the Cornish coast and countryside.
Pont Creek Cottage
This charming dog-friendly cottage is just metres from a winding Cornish tidal creek and surrounded by woods.
Triggabrowne Meadow Cottage
Nestling amongst meadows and working farmland is this pretty slate-hung cottage.
Tippett's
A converted former farmhouse surrounded by walking trails near the unspoilt coast of Polruan.
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West Coombe Scout Camp
A camp site for scouts, guides and other youth groups looking for a quiet place to stay to enjoy nature, the coast and getting back to basics.
Upcoming events
Sorry, there are no upcoming events at this place
About Lansallos
East of the Fowey estuary is a long stretch of unspoilt coast loved by walkers, with abundant wild flowers and birds.
With activities ranging from camping and kite flying to walking and watersports there are loads of ways you can explore the coast and countryside.
The network of footpaths links farmland and wooded valleys to the South West Coast Path and gets you right into a landscape rich in wildlife, conservation and farming. As part of a Site of Special Scientific Interest there is an abundance of wildlife waiting to be discovered, from the wildflowers on the coastal slopes, to the many birds on the cliffs and farmland.
To stay a little longer, why not book one of our holiday cottages, or pitch up at Highertown Farm campsite in Lansallos. Find out more at National Trust holidays.
Our work
Project
Project
Cornish coastal meadows project
We are working to create 250 hectares of new species rich grassland at National Trust sites across Cornwall. The project, due to be completed by 2026, will help us rise to the twin challenges of biodiversity loss and climate change.
Support us
Volunteer with us
Search for live volunteering opportunities, or register your interest with Lansallos.