Cornwall

Trevose Head circular walk

This walking trail circles Trevose Head, beginning in the scenic car park at the far tip of the headland. The route primarily follows the South West Coast Path and passes by Trevose Lighthouse and Padstow Lifeboat Station (neither National Trust). On a clear day you can see along many miles of coast towards the headlands of west Cornwall.

Beware of round hole and cliff edges

Watch out for the huge round hole on the cliffs near the scenic car park and stay away from the edge of the cliff top.

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Total steps: 5

Start point

Trevose Head scenic car park. Grid ref: SW 85138 76309

Step 1

Turn left out of car park as you look out to sea and follow the South West Coast Path (SWCP) in the direction of Constantine.

Step 2

You will cross a small stream/ford and when you come to a stone wall turn left and follow the path inland towards the summer car park. You can also park here from Easter to October and do the walk from this point.

View from Trevose Head across Booby's Bay towards Constantine Island | © National Trust Images/Sue Brackenbury

Step 3

When you reach the field car park follow the vehicle track straight ahead and cross the road. Be aware of passing vehicles. Continue through the kissing gate and continue along the footpath until it rejoins the SWCP on the Harlyn side of the headland.

A close up of a skylark foraging on the ground, in coastal grassland — A skylark foraging in coastal grassland | © National Trust Images / Nick Upton

Step 4

When you reach the SWCP at Mother Ivey’s Bay, turn left (so the sea is on your right). Keep following the SWCP until you come to the access road for the lifeboard station.

Step 5

Cross the road and pick up the SWCP again as it continues around the edge of the headland. You'll pass the Trevose Head Lighthouse (owned by Trinity House), before reaching a disused quarry and Dinas Head and are now back at the beginning.

White painted lighthouse at Trevose Head, Cornwall with buildings around it — Lighthouse at Trevose Head | © National Trust Images/Hugh Mothersole

End point

Trevose Head scenic car park. Grid ref: SW 85138 76309

Trail map

A walker with her dog at Trevose Head, Cornwall

Trail

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.

A view of the coastline from Constantine Bay looking toward Trevose Head, Cornwall

Trail

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.