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      | St Ives in Winter

      Wilderness Walking

      Winter Cornwall

      Deposit From: £385
      Region: Cornwall
      Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
      Confirmed: When 3 Travellers Book

      Accommodation: Classic

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        Trip Overview

        Created by: Jade Lawson

        Discover the winter magic of Cornwall on this fully guided walking trip designed to showcase the very best of the county’s coastal landscapes, ancient heritage and local character.

        Over five days, embrace the invigorating beauty of the winter season as you walk quiet clifftop trails, explore prehistoric sites and visit remote headlands where seabirds wheel in the salt-flecked air. Highlights include fantastic sections of the iconic South West Coast Path, the odd filming locations for Poldark, the mysterious Men-an-Tol stones, the ancient Lanyon Quoit and the colourful harbour town of St Ives.

        With shorter brisk days, this time of year brings its own rewards – golden light, peaceful paths and the chance to spot wildlife synonymous with Cornwall’s wilder edges. As you explore, chat with your knowledgeable guide about the area’s layered history and when dusk falls, enjoy cosy accommodation, delicious food and good company.

        On this carefully crafted adventure, expect a refreshing blend of bracing sea air, striking scenery and quiet moments of connection with this unique corner of England in its winter coat.

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        Day 1 – St Agnes Beacon and the South West Coast Path Read Less

        Day 1

        St Agnes Beacon and the South West Coast Path

        Meet your Wilderness guide at Truro Railway Station and transfer a short distance to a traditional Cornish pub for lunch. Afterwards, lace up your boots for a scenic walk that begins with a steady climb to the top of St Agnes Beacon. This distinctive hill has long drawn human activity, serving as a ceremonial site and lookout post over the centuries. From the summit, enjoy panoramic views before descending to join a peaceful stretch of the South West Coast Path. Follow the clifftop trail past the striking Towanroath Engine House before completing the loop and transferring west to the characterful harbour village of Mousehole (pronounced mowzel) and your cosy hotel.

        Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner
        Walk Details: 7 km / 4 miles | 215 m / 705 ft | Approx: 3 hrs

        Day 2 – Lamorna Cove Loop Read Less

        Day 2

        Lamorna Cove Loop

        With no need to drive today, set off from your hotel for a beautiful circular walk that winds along the coast to Lamorna Cove. On the way out, take in the views as the path dips close to the sea and keep an eye out for seabirds. After lunch in Lamorna, head inland on a gentle climb through quiet lanes and fields circling back towards Mousehole. Pass through Kemyel Crease Nature Reserve where tall conifers line the path planted as windbreaks when the clifftop fields were once cultivated for crops. Follow the South West Coast Path ribboning beneath a low canopy of branches and arrive back in time to relax before dinner.

        Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
        Walk Details: 9 km / 5 miles | 250 m / 820 ft | Approx: 4 hrs

        Day 3 – St Ives Loop Read Less

        Day 3

        St Ives Loop

        After breakfast, transfer to St Ives for a lovely walk that connects peaceful inland trails with striking coastal scenery. Begin with a gentle ascent to a historic hilltop monument, where expansive views stretch across both coastlines. Descend through sheltered woodland to reach a tucked-away churchyard, an ideal spot to pause for a hot drink. Later, follow the South West Coast Path along a stunning stretch of clifftop, watching wintery waves break across smooth golden sand. The final section of the walk is a relaxed stroll back into St Ives, where you can wander around the pretty town’s galleries and harbourfront cafés before returning to Mousehole.

        Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
        Walk Details: 11 km / 7 miles | 270 m / 886 ft | Approx: 4.5 hrs

        Day 4 – Botallack and Cape Cornwall Read Less

        Day 4

        Botallack and Cape Cornwall

        Today, explore the fascinating topography of Cornwall’s wild Tin Coast. Begin by hiking to Cape Cornwall, a distinctive headland that juts dramatically into the ocean. Once a heavily industrialised landscape, it is now part of the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site and home to many seabirds. Afterwards, spend time in Botallack, a village rich in mining history and a location for the filming of BBC’s Poldark. Accompanied by your guide, walk down to the famous Crown Engine Houses that cling to the foot of the cliffs. This afternoon, return to your hotel for another delicious dinner.

        Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
        Walk Details: 11 km / 7 miles | 320 m / 1,050 ft | Approx: 5 hrs

        Day 5 – Ancient Sites, Moorland Walks and Departure Read Less

        Day 5

        Ancient Sites, Moorland Walks and Departure

        This morning, set out across open moorland dotted with remarkable Neolithic sites where wind-scoured stones stand quietly among the heather and gorse. Visit Men-an-Tol, a mysterious holed stone shrouded in legend, before continuing across the high ground to pass the Nine Maidens stone circle and the remains of an old mine engine house. Further on, stop to see Lanyon Quoit – an impressive Neolithic burial chamber. After the walk, enjoy a final lunch at a traditional pub in the quiet village of Zennor before your guide transfers you to Truro Railway Station where the trip will conclude.

        Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
        Walk Details: 6 km / 4 miles | 80 m / 262 ft | Approx: 2.5 hrs

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        Trip Dates & Prices

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        Trip Dates for 2026AvailabilityStatusPriceBook
        16th Feb - 20th Feb 2026 8 place(s) leftAvailable £1,495 Book Now
        9th Mar - 13th Mar 2026 8 place(s) leftAvailable £1,495 Book Now
        23rd Mar - 27th Mar 2026 8 place(s) leftAvailable £1,495 Book Now

        Make This Trip Private

        Fancy this trip just for your group? Get together with family and friends spend quality time exploring wild places. A private trip allows you to benefit from all the features of the group departure, including hand-picked accommodation and expert local guides but with the advantage of the flexibility to tailor the days to your group. Make the trip more or less challenging depending on your experience or choose to add in some optional extras like castle or distillery visits depending on your interests. The price of a private trip will depend on the number of travellers in your group. Let us know your preferred departure date and we'll take care of the rest.

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        Accommodation Read More

        This walking holiday is based at a welcoming and comfortable inn in the heart of Mousehole, perfectly situated for exploring the area’s superb walking routes. The inn offers warm hospitality and an inviting place to dine, unwind, and rest after a rewarding day outdoors. Accommodation is a choice of double or twin rooms with ensuite facilities.

        Single Rooms

        There is no supplement charged to solo travellers, however, you will be required to share a room with another person of the same sex. If you request a double room for single occupancy, a supplement of £160 is charged.

        Due to the nature of the accommodations we use, single supplements are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis.

        Meals Read More

        This trip includes all meals, from lunch on day 1 to lunch on day 5. Dinners are two courses as standard.

        Great food is paramount on all Wilderness England trips, and we will enjoy excellent regional cooking throughout this all-inclusive trip. Of course, dietary requirements can be catered for; just let us know at the time of booking.

        Inclusions Read More
        • Four nights accommodation in a comfortable inn.
        • All meals during the trip as stated in the itinerary.
        • The services of an experienced and knowledgeable guide throughout.
        • All transfers as needed during the trip starting and finishing in Truro.
        Grading Read More

        Green Graded 1-3

        Green-graded walking holidays are suitable for active travellers who are reasonably fit and enjoy moderate hikes. We walk at a comfortable pace, and you can expect to be out for 5-6 hours a day. The terrain will be mostly good paths and hill trails, but these can still be muddy and rough in places. Some hikes may involve an ascent up to a maximum of approximately 1,500 feet / 450m. Distances will be typically 8-10km. Daily hike details are available in the itinerary.

        Travel - Arrival and Departure Read More

        You will be met by your Wilderness England Guide at Truro Railway Station at 11:30am on Day 1 of your trip.

        The trip will conclude at Truro Railway Station at 2:30pm on the final day.

        Truro Railway Station is on the Cornish main line with direct trains from London Paddington Railway Station.

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        Difficulty Grades Explained

        Green Graded 1-3

        Green-graded walking holidays are suitable for active travellers who are reasonably fit and enjoy moderate hikes. We walk at a comfortable pace, and you can expect to be out for 5-6 hours a day. The terrain will be mostly good paths and hill trails, but these can still be muddy and rough in places. Some hikes may involve an ascent up to a maximum of approximately 1,500 feet / 450m. Distances will be typically 8-10km. Daily hike details are available in the itinerary.

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        This was a great hiking experience and I loved the opportunity to experience 5 National Parks in the UK with a varied landscape and environment.

        Laurel Pedri
        Wilderness Walking - National Parks of the UK
        Reviewed on 04/10/2019

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