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Around Bodmin Moor

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"A moorland walk across the exhilarating wilds of Bodmin Moor"
Walk directions

Leave the car park by steps at its top end. Cross the grass to a broad stony track. Turn right and follow the track, passing the Hurlers circles (there is an information board about the stone circles in the car park) on the right and the Pipers standing stones further on.

At a three-way junction, take the right-hand track down through a shallow valley bottom, then climb uphill on a green track towards Cheesewring Quarry. At a junction with another track, cross over and follow a grassy track uphill towards the right side of the quarry. Bear left to the nearest green hillock on the quarry edge, go sharp right, then round to the left to find Daniel Gumb’s Cave. Return to the path and follow it uphill alongside the fenced-in rim of the quarry to the Cheesewring rock formation.
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Location
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Additional information
  Terrain  - Moorland tracks and paths and disused quarry tramways
  Landscape  - Open moorland punctuated with rocky tors
  Dog friendliness  - Under control at all times; on lead in nesting season (1 March–15 July)
  Parking  - The Hurlers car park on southwest side of Minions village
  Toilets en route  - Minions
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About the walk
The 19th-century stone workers extracted granite not only from the great raw gash of Cheesewring Quarry, but also from the wildest parts of Bodmin Moor such as the lower slopes of Kilmar Tor, on Twelve Men’s Moor, where this walk leads. Cheesewring Quarry is the torn-open heart of Stowe’s Hill. It...
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About the area
Cornwall has just about everything – wild moorland landscapes, glorious river valley scenery, picturesque villages and miles of breathtaking coastline. Known for its popular surfing spots, the region provides ample opportunities for water sport enthusiasts, and for those who prefer to stay on land, visitor attractions like the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan offer a lovely day out.
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Route details
2hrs
Dog-friendly Family-friendly
Difficulty:
Easy

Gradient:
Gentle


Distance:
3.5 miles (5.6kms)

Ascent:
230ft (70m)

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Around Bodmin Moor

Recommended by
Our view
"A moorland walk across the exhilarating wilds of Bodmin Moor"
Walk details
2hrs
Dog friendly Family friendly
Difficulty:
Easy
Gradient:
Gentle
Distance:
3.5 miles (5.6kms)
Ascent:
230ft (70m)
Walk directions

Leave the car park by steps at its top end. Cross the grass to a broad stony track. Turn right and follow the track, passing the Hurlers circles (there is an information board about the stone circles in the car park) on the right and the Pipers standing stones further on.
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At a three-way junction, take the right-hand track down through a shallow valley bottom, then climb uphill on a green track towards Cheesewring Quarry. At a junction with another track, cross over and follow a grassy track uphill towards the right side of the quarry. Bear left to the nearest green hillock on the quarry edge, go sharp right, then round to the left to find Daniel Gumb’s Cave. Return to the path and follow it uphill alongside the fenced-in rim of the quarry to the Cheesewring rock formation.
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Retrace your steps towards the shallow valley bottom.
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A short distance from the valley bottom, abreast of some thorn trees on the right and just before a fenced-off mound on the left, turn off right along a path. Keep left of the thorn trees and a big leaning block of granite and pick up the faint beginnings of a grassy track. Follow this track, keeping to the right of a thorn tree and gorse bushes. The track soon becomes much clearer.
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The track begins to divide. At a leaning rock, split like a whale’s mouth, keep right along a path through scrub and with the rocky heights of Sharp Tor in line ahead. Keep to the path round the slope, with Wardbrook Farm left and Sharp Tor ahead. Reach a surfaced road. Without going onto the road, turn right for few paces to reach a slim granite pillar.
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Just past the pillar, keep to the right of the fence and follow a path, initially parallel to the lane, along a disused tramway.
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About 100yds (110m) beyond some mountainous spoil heaps turn sharp right at a wall corner. Follow a green track uphill and alongside a wall. Where the wall ends, keep on uphill to reach a broad track.
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Turn right along the track if you want to visit Cheesewring Quarry. For the main route, turn left, soon skirting left round a fenced shaft, and follow the track to Minions village. Pass the Minions Heritage Centre, a converted mine engine house. At the main road, turn right through the village to return to the car park.
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Location
Starting point
Nearest postcode:
Additional information
  Terrain - Moorland tracks and paths and disused quarry tramways
  Landscape - Open moorland punctuated with rocky tors
  Dog friendliness - Under control at all times; on lead in nesting season (1 March–15 July)
  Parking - The Hurlers car park on southwest side of Minions village
  Toilets en route - Minions
Walks in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Dog-friendly walks in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Family friendly walks in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
About the walk
The 19th-century stone workers extracted granite not only from the great raw gash of Cheesewring Quarry, but also from the wildest parts of Bodmin Moor such as the lower slopes of Kilmar Tor, on Twelve Men’s Moor, where this walk leads. Cheesewring Quarry is the torn-open heart of Stowe’s Hill. It...
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About the area
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Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Cornwall has just about everything – wild moorland landscapes, glorious river valley scenery, picturesque villages and miles of breathtaking coastline. Known for its popular surfing spots, the region provides ample opportunities for water sport enthusiasts, and for those who prefer to stay on land, visitor attractions like the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan offer a lovely day out.
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Nearby places to stay

View all (8)
Self-Catering
The Green Cornwall
★★★★★
awardaward
"Well appointed accommodation in extensive grounds and a peaceful countryside setting...."
  • Total units: 6
Self-Catering
Badgers Sett Holiday Cottages
★★★★
awardaward
"Ideally situated in a peaceful rural setting yet close to local amenities and attractions...."
  • Total units: 3
Self-Catering
Cider Cottage
★★★★
award
"On site parking..."
  • Total units: 1
  • Private garden
  • Lawn area
  • Garden furniture
Nearby places to stay
The Green Cornwall
Although the Green Cornwall is primarily a wedding venue, it's still a great place to stay if you're not getting hitched. On the 20 acre grounds, there are five cottages, sleeping betwe...
★★★★★    Rating
Badgers Sett Holiday Cottages
Badgers Sett are ideal cottages offering a relaxed break in a tranquil location within easy reach of Cornwall's popular attractions. All cottages have wood burners and light, well-equip...
★★★★    Rating
Cider Cottage
Lovely converted cider barn in tranquil countryside, yet conveniently only 1 mile from Liskeard town centre. High quality accommodation offering 3 spacious bedrooms, one with king size ...
★★★★    Rating
Cider Cottage
Lovely converted cider barn in tranquil countryside, yet conveniently only 1 mile from Liskeard town centre. High quality accommodation offering 3 spacious bedrooms, one with king size ...
★★★★    Rating
Jamaica Inn
The world-famous Jamaica Inn has a storied history that dates back to 1750, where it was built as a place of refuge for those travelling between Launceston and Bodmin. It is also infamo...
★★★★    Rating
Trevosper Barn Cottages
Overlooking the foothills of Bodmin Moor, Trevosper Barn Cottages’ half-acre of south-facing gardens offer plenty of space to chill out. From the conservatory you might see fish jumping...
★★★★    Rating
Tree Barn
Awaiting description...
★★★★★    Rating
The Coach House
The Coach House is designed as a comfortable romantic retreat for two (plus cot, if required), with a fully enclosed garden (dog friendly) and a private hot tub. Set in a 22-acre privat...
★★★★★    Rating
View all (8)
Places to eat nearby View all
The Crooked Inn
The Horn of Plenty
   AA Rosette Award
The Arundell Hotel & Restaurant
   AA Rosette Award
Talland Bay Hotel
   AA Rosette Award
Places to eat nearby
The Crooked Inn
The Horn of Plenty
   AA Rosette Award
The Arundell Hotel & Restaurant
   AA Rosette Award
Talland Bay Hotel
   AA Rosette Award
The Chapel
   AA Rosette Award
Bedford Hotel
   AA Rosette Award
The Wellington
The Fig Tree @ 36
   AA Rosette Award
View all
Stay in the area  
Eat or drink nearby