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South West England

Maenporth Beach – Swanpool Beach loop from Budock

Hiking trails & Routes

South West England

Maenporth Beach – Swanpool Beach loop from Budock

Moderate

4.1

(7)

184

hikers

Maenporth Beach – Swanpool Beach loop from Budock

02:47

10.4km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

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Cornwall National Landscape

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.60 km

Maenporth Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

This sheltered beach slopes gently into shallow and serene waters. With views of Pendennis Castle and the lighthouse on St Anthony Head, it’s a great spot to stop and watch the passing ships.

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2

1.90 km

View of the Manacles

Highlight • Natural

Responsible for many a shipwreck, The Manacles are a dangerous set of rocks and also a haven for marine wildlife.

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3

3.32 km

Falmouth Home Guard Memorial

Highlight • Monument

Overlooking Falmouth Bay is a tribute to the men of Number 1 (Falmouth) Company of the Home Guard who served during the Second World War.

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4

4.25 km

Swanpool Beach

Highlight • Natural

Swanpool beach is a sandy cove on the outskirts of Falmouth. Behind the beach is Swanpool Nature Reserve (SSSI), a mix of fresh and sea water that is home to …

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5

4.92 km

Gyllyngvase Beach

Highlight • Beach

beautiful, wide and popular beach on the south side of Falmouth

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6

5.23 km

Gylly Beach Café

Highlight • Beach

Fish and chips are great!

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7

5.41 km

Queen Mary Gardens

Highlight • Rest Area

8

7.78 km

Coastal Path in the Cornwall National Landscape

Highlight • Viewpoint

B

10.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.88 km

3.18 km

1.42 km

782 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.92 km

4.44 km

521 m

444 m

< 100 m

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