Chapel Carn Brea stargazing walk
Choose a clear night to take this short circular walk to the summit of the most south-westerly of the West Penwith hills and soak up the starry beauty of the dark skies. Please note this walk starts at Chapel Carn Brea car park, which is a 15-minute drive from Cape Cornwall.
Electric fence
There is electric fencing at the top of the hill, protecting the archaeological remains from the ponies that graze here.
Total steps: 6
Total steps: 6
Start point
Chapel Carn Brea car park, grid ref SW 38871 28329
Step 1
From the car park, go through the metal gate next to the sign with information about the history of Chapel Carn Brea.
Step 2
Follow the main path straight ahead, taking you to the top of the hill.
Step 3
At the summit of Chapel Carn Brea you'll see the beacon, which is lit every year at Midsummer Eve. Spend some time enjoying the stars revealed by the dark skies here.
Step 4
Head down the hill with the granite boulders on your right, following the path to the right.
Step 5
Continue along the path as it curves to the left, back towards the car park, following the fence line.
Step 6
Take a right to join the main path you came up the hill by. It will take you back to your starting point at the car park.
End point
Chapel Carn Brea car park, grid ref SW 38871 28329
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