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St Just to Cape Cornwall walk

Embark on this short, 1-mile walk from the bus stop in St Just to Cape Cornwall on the coast, from where you can explore the history and wildlife of the Tin Coast.

Watch for traffic

Please be aware that this route is the main road leading to Cape Cornwall, please watch out for traffic.

Total steps: 3

Total steps: 3

Start point

Bus stop Cape Cornwall School, St Just, Penzance TR19 7LF.

Step 1

From the bus stop outside Cape Cornwall School head down Cape Cornwall Road with the sea ahead of you.

Step 2

At Boswedden House keep left to stay on Cape Cornwall Road, passing Cape Cornwall golf club until you see the cape in view ahead.

Step 3

When you arrive at Cape Cornwall, you'll see the National Trust car park and facilities on your left and the cape ahead of you.

End point

National Trust Cape Cornwall, St Just, Penzance TR19 7NN

Trail map

St Just to Cape Cornwall walk
St Just to Cape Cornwall walk map | © Crown copyright and database rights 2013 Ordnance Survey

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