Rocky Valley & the SW Coast Path

Walks, England, Cornwall
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Rocky Valley & the SW Coast Path

Tintagel, Cornwall

by claud

  • 2hr 20m / 2.8km
  • 6

Breathtaking walk along the rugged North Cornwall coastline. Waterfalls, coves, beaches and riverside exploring. Time is with kids.

  • Wildlife
  • Water feature
  • Great views
  • Parking
  • Hilly & steep
  • Child friendly

Walk preview

Map preview for Rocky Valley & the SW Coast Path
  1. This walk starts at the Bossiney Cove Parking area by the old red phone box, just outside the village of Bossiney on the B3263.

    Step 1: This walk starts at the Bossiney Cove Parking area by the old red phone box, just outside the village of Bossiney on the B3263.

  2. Go through the kissing gate and head down hill towards the coast. Keep left at the fork.

    Step 2: Go through the kissing gate and head down hill towards the coast. Keep left at the fork.

  3. Take care when wet on the slippery rocks.

    Step 3: Take care when wet on the slippery rocks.

  4. Head right up the steps signposted for Rocky Valley. You’re now on the South West Cost Path.

    Step 4: Head right up the steps signposted for Rocky Valley. You’re now on the South West Cost Path.

  5. As you climb uphill, look left for great views to Bossiney Cove. Can you spot the arch in the cliff?

    Step 5: As you climb uphill, look left for great views to Bossiney Cove. Can you spot the arch in the cliff?

  6. Be prepared for a muddy SWCP in winter. This was Feb and it wasn't too bad - just the odd section with very wet, thick mud.

    Step 6: Be prepared for a muddy SWCP in winter. This was Feb and it wasn't too bad - just the odd section with very wet, thick mud.

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