Walk - Padstow to Porthcothan
13.2 miles (21.3 km)
Padstow Porthcothan
Easy - Easy
This section of Coast Path offers a day of easy walking along low cliffs, with beautiful, tempting beaches below. The path leaves the attractive town of Padstow behind, passing the sheltered beach of Hawker’s Cove, before leading you out to the Atlantic Coast. The path can become narrow in places and is quite rocky around Constantine Bay.
Walking round Trevose Head, one of Cornwall’s most prominent headlands, provides spectacular views of the sandy bays ahead and if you can resist the beaches on your journey you will have more time to enjoy the sheltered dune-backed beach of Porthcothan at the end of your walk.
There are a range of wonderful places to lay your head near the Coast Path for a well-earned sleep. From large and luxurious hotels, to small and personable B&B's, as well as self-catering options and campsites. The businesses that support the Path, where you've chosen to visit, are listed here.
The Annexe Eastholme
Self catering one bedroom apartment, kingsize bed, heating, WiF, fully equipped, linen and towels included, parking. Drying/laundry available for a small fee.
YHA Treyarnon Bay
Just 50m from the sea and 10m from coastal footpath offering private rooms, bell tents, pods and pitch up. Licenced Bar and Cafe. Perfect place to rest your head.
Treyarnon Bay Holidays
We are a family run business on the South West Coastpath in North Cornwall. We have camping, caravans and cottages available.
Porthcothan Retreats
Nestled among the idyllic Cornish coastline just off the South West Coast Path lies Porthcothan Retreats, 4 unique cabins each sleeps 2
Padstow Holiday Village
Surrounded by greenery and on the cusp of the sea, our Padstow Holiday Village offers the perfect blend of coastal and countryside holidays by nature for all the family, including those on four legs. A short distance to the charming harbour town Padstow.
Coswarth House
A beautifully furnished boutique hotel in a listed building with breakfast served at Rick Stein's Bistro. Each room has a luxury bathroom.
Macdonalds Farm
Family run campsite for walkers, couples & families. Meet animals, enjoy great food, and relax with live music on weekends in a welcoming coastal setting.
Dennis Cove Campsite
Closest campsite to the harbour,10min walk from the Path via the Camel Trail. Serene site bordering the Camel Estuary. A perfect base to explore the Cornish coastline & beaches.
Mariners Lettings Ltd
Mariners Lettings - seven self-catering properties in Rock ranging in size from two to five bedrooms, 500 metres from the SW Coast Path
You'll be spoilt for choice for where to eat and drink along the Path. With lots of local seasonal food on offer, fresh from the farm, field and waters. Try our local ales, ciders, wines and spirits, increasing in variety by the year, as you sit in a cosy pub, fine dining restaurant or chilled café on the beach. The businesses that support the Path, where you've chosen to visit, are listed here.
Rest A While Tea Garden
Tea Garden with outstanding views 50m off the Coast Path. Serving hot & cold drinks & Cream Teas (traditional, savoury, vegan, gluten-free). Outside seating only. 11am-3.00pm
Padstow Tasting Rooms
Explore award winning craft beers at the Padstow Tasting Room. Enjoy tasting flights, ciders, wines, cocktails, and more with our cold platters and crab sandwiches!
Old Custom House
Prime position on Padstow’s South Quay, quality food and drink with a view plus 23 rooms & self-catering option
What is on your list of things to do when you visit the Path? From walking companies, to help you tailor your visit, with itineraries and experts to enhance your visit, to baggage transfer companies and visitor attractions there are lots to people and places to help you decide what you'd like to do. The businesses that support the Path, where you've chosen to visit, are listed here.
Mickledore Travel
Mickledore Travel specialises in self-guided walking and cycling holidays in the UK. We provide a flexible service making the arrangements that suit you, leaving you free to just enjoy your walk. As walkers and cyclists ourselves, our aim is to provide a
Mid Cornwall Taxis
Welcome to Mid Cornwall Taxis, your trusted transport partner serving Padstow, Wadebridge, Polzeath, Rock, and surrounding areas.
The National Lobster Hatchery
Experience pioneering marine conservation in action on the beautiful estuary in Padstow and be inspired to make a difference.
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