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Trevose Head
Jutting into the Atlantic, Trevose Head commands views for miles along the coast
Trevose Head, near Padstow, Cornwall, PL28 8SL
Opening times for 21 December 2024
Asset Opening time Countryside Dawn - Dusk No overnight camping or parking. Due to planning restrictions summer (field) car park open Easter to October.
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Car park
Open dawn until dusk. Main car park (at the tip of the headland) open all year. Seasonal car park for easier access to Booby's Bay open Easter until October. No overnight camping or parking.
Dogs allowed
Dogs welcome under control but please be aware of ground-nesting birds and keep to signed footpaths
Uneven and steep in places. No toilets. Be careful of the sheer-sided round hole and quarry near Dinas Head.
Steps/uneven terrain
Be careful of the sheer-sided round hole and quarry near Dinas Head
By road
4 miles west of Padstow. Follow minor roads from the B3276 at St Merryn or in the direction of Harlyn.
Parking: Main car park open all year. Summer car park for easier access to Booby's Bay open Easter-October.
Sat Nav: Use PL28 8SL
On foot
The South West Coast Path runs around the headland, 8.5 miles (13.7km) south of Padstow.
By train
Nearest station is Newquay (branch line), 13 miles. Bodmin Parkway, 26 miles
Planning your visit
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Visiting Trevose Head with your dog
Trevose Head is a two pawprint rated place. Dogs are welcome at Trevose Head. Here are some top tips if you are planning a visit with your dog.
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Follow the Countryside Code
Help to look after National Trust places by observing a few simple guidelines during your visit and following the Countryside Code.
Highlights
Coast
Starkly contrasting coastline, accessed by coastal paths and teeming with wildlife.
Trevose lighthouse (not National Trust)
This key landmark perches on the tip of the headland.
Padstow Lifeboat Station (not National Trust)
Completed in 2006, this RNLI lifeboat station holds practice launches every Wednesday.
Tom Parson's hut
Tiny dwelling, built around 1841 and closely associated with supposed smuggler Thomas Parsons. Viewing from the outside only.
Things to see and do
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Things to do at Trevose Head
Head to the coastal paths of Trevose Headland to find far-reaching sea views as well as rare plants, seabirds, marine wildlife and wildflowers.
Top trails
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Booby's Bay walk
Enjoy views across Constantine Bay, explore hidden coves and look out for rare species of birds and plants on this walk on a popular stretch of the north Cornish coast.
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Walk to Trevose Head from the bus stop
Trevose Head offers stunning coastal views and the chance to spot a variety of wildlife. This walk will take you there from the bus stop at Harlyn.
Places to stay
There are holiday cottages just along the coast, beyond Porthcothan, at Park Head.
Porth Mear Cottage
This traditional Cornish cottage has views for miles over countryside and out to Trevose Head.
Porth Mear Barn
A converted stone barn for 6 people, in a rural setting by the South West Coast Path.
Trescore
Cosy up against the log burner in this two-bedroom coastal retreat as the sun descends below the horizon.
Skipper's Cabin
A cosy shepherd’s hut in a secluded valley close to Porthcothan beach.
Upcoming events
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About Trevose Head
Arguably the most prominent headland on the north coast of Cornwall, Trevose Head boasts far reaching views to Pendeen Watch in the west to Hartland Point to the east.
The approach is via a narrow lane before the headland opens up to show a patchwork of arable fields sitting side by side with a contrasting coast line.
The South West Coast Path offers extensive views across Booby’s Bay and Constantine to one side with Mother Ivey’s Bay and across to Pentire Head to the other.
The ruggedness of the coastline extends further out towards Dinas Head at the tip of the headland with sheer cliffs and huge round hole, a dramatic result of a cave top collapse.
Home of Trevose lighthouse (owned by Trinity House) and the RNLI Padstow Lifeboat Station as well as a number of species of birds including skylarks and linnets.
Our work
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Our work at Trevose Head
Discover how the rangers look after Trevose Head for wildlife and visitors.
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.
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