Time: 30–70 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Stroller-friendly: Yes
Type: Coastal with sea views

Lunch stop: Gylly Beach Café

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Starting in Falmouth town centre, this walk follows the coast to Castle Beach and continues along the road to Pendennis Castle. For a longer loop, carry on around Pendennis Point for sweeping views over the bay and back towards town. It’s a great introduction to Falmouth’s waterfront with lots of scenery in a short time.​

Time: 1 hour one way
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Coastal with sea views

Lunch stop: Gylly Café or Life's a Beach Café

 

A classic stretch of coast, this walk links four beaches in one scenic route. Starting at Castle Beach, follow the coast path past Gyllyngvase and Swanpool, finishing at Maenporth. It’s varied and full of sea views, with plenty of places to pause for a swim or a snack.

Time: 1.5–2 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Coastal and countryside

Lunch stop: Hotel Tresanton

 

Take the ferry from Falmouth to St Mawes, then follow the lanes and coastal footpaths up past the castle and through beautiful countryside. The walk ends at St Just-in-Roseland, home to a peaceful creekside church and tranquil gardens.

Time: 1–1.5 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Riverside and estuary

Lunch stop: Pandora Inn

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A gentle, estuary-side walk with big skies and calm water. Start in Mylor and trace the shoreline to Restronguet Creek, where the waterside Pandora Inn makes the perfect halfway stop. Quiet and ideal for a relaxing stroll.

Time: 1–1.5 hours
Difficulty: Easy

Stroller-friendly: Partially (village paths yes; coast path no)
Type: Coastal with sea views

Lunch stop: Harbour House or The Royal Standard

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A gentle circular walk from the picturesque village of Flushing. Head along the coast for views across the harbour to Falmouth, then return through leafy lanes and quiet footpaths. A local favourite for good reason.

Time: 1–1.5 hours return (plus time in garden or pub)
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No (steep, uneven paths)
Type: Garden, coast, and riverside

Lunch stop: The Ferry Boat Inn

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Wander through Trebah’s exotic garden paths and descend to Durgan Beach, a tiny, hidden spot on the Helford River. It’s a short walk but full of natural beauty, perfect for a quiet paddle or picnic before heading back uphill.

Time: 1 hour
Difficulty: Easy–moderate
Stroller-friendly: Partially (some uneven paths)
Type: Inland countryside

Lunch stop: Harbour House

Start at Enys Gardens and explore the woodland trails surrounding the estate. In spring, the bluebell fields are breathtaking. Quiet and peaceful, this is a lovely nature-filled walk with benches to stop along the way.

Time: 1.5–2 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Inland lanes and coastal views

Lunch stop: The Ferry Boat Inn

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This inland-to-coast walk begins in the pretty village of Mawnan Smith and winds through countryside and woodland to the banks of the Helford River. A tranquil trail ending at a scenic riverside pub.

Time: 2–2.5 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Coastal with dramatic sea views

Lunch stop: Wavecrest Café

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Begin in Lizard village and follow the coastal path to Kynance Cove, famous for its turquoise waters and striking rocks. Continue on to Lizard Point before looping back inland through open fields. Wild and beautiful from start to finish.

Time: 1.5–2 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Coastal and cliff

Lunch stop: Logan Rock Inn

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From the golden sands of Porthcurno, this walk heads west along the coast to the secluded cove of Pedn Vounder and the rocky headland of Logan Rock. A remote-feeling route packed with natural drama and breathtaking views.

Time: 1.5 hours return
Difficulty: Easy–moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Coastal with clifftop views

Lunch stop: Godrevy Cafe or Lulu's Shack

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An open and airy cliff walk that starts near Godrevy Café and heads north to the dramatic Hell’s Mouth. Keep your eyes peeled for seals below as you follow the path along the clifftops. A refreshing route with far-reaching views.

Time: 1–1.5 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Hill and coast views

Lunch stop: The Tap House

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Climb to the top of St Agnes Beacon for sweeping views over both of Cornwall’s coastlines. The loop includes moorland paths and old mining terrain, giving a real sense of the area’s natural and industrial heritage.

Time: 1–1.5 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Stroller-friendly: Partially (main estate paths accessible; woodland trails uneven)
Type: Riverside, woodland, and garden

Lunch stop: Trelissick Garden Café

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Explore the trails around the Trelissick estate, taking in woodland, open parkland, and estuary views. Drop down to the King Harry Ferry before looping back up for lunch or tea at the garden café. Calm, scenic, and very Cornish.

Time: 1.5–2 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Woodland, riverside

Lunch stop: Shipwright Arms

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Set off from Helford Village and trace the riverbanks and woods around the quiet reaches of Frenchman’s Creek. This peaceful loop feels like stepping into a storybook, one that inspired Daphne du Maurier’s writing.