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Pentire Point West

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Our view
"A short walk round the ‘Sand Country’ of Crantock and Pentire Point West."
Walk directions

Leave the car park by its entrance and walk directly down the approach road. In 20yds (18m) turn left, signed ‘To Polly Joke’, go through a kissing gate and continue along the track ahead.

Keep straight ahead at a fork, and in 20yds (18m) take the narrow path to the right, just before a wooden gate, and soon join the coast path.
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Location
Nearest postcode:
Additional information
  Terrain  - Clearly defined coastal footpaths and surfaced lanes
  Landscape  - Green and grassy clifftops above sandy beaches
  Dog friendliness  - Lead required around livestock
  Parking  - West Pentire
  Toilets en route  - None on route; nearest at Crantock village
Walks in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Dog-friendly walks in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
About the walk
South of Newquay is a genuine ‘Sand Country’, where vast swathes of sand sprawl across the beaches at Crantock, Holywell Beach and especially at Penhale and Perran Beach. This is truly ‘golden’ sand and it makes the beaches of this part of North Cornwall a holidaymaker’s heaven and a surfer’s...
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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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Nearby places to stay

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Self-Catering
Crantock Bay Apartments
★★★★★
awardaward
"Great holiday destination for families...."
  • Total units: 11
Caravan & Camping
Treago Farm Caravan Site
★★★★
award
"Great family facilities with direct access to Polly Joke beach...."
  • Launderette
  • Ice pack facility
  • BBQ
  • Picnic Area
Self-Catering
Nanis Cottage, Higher Moor
★★★★
awardaward
"Stunning location, close to Crantock, pretty garden which is full of an array of colourful flowers..."
  • Total units: 1
  • Private garden
  • Lawn area
  • Garden furniture
Nearby places to stay
Crantock Bay Apartments
Crantock Bay Apartments sit at the end of West Pentire Headland in Cornwall, overlooking Crantock Beach and the coastline beyond. It comprises a stunning collection of luxury self-cater...
★★★★★    Rating
Treago Farm Caravan Site
A grass site in open farmland in a south-facing sheltered valley with a fishing lake. This friendly family park has spotless toilet facilities, which include three excellent heated fami...
★★★★    Rating
Nanis Cottage, Higher Moor
Set in large, south-facing, landscaped gardens on the edge of Cubert Common within easy walking distance of Crantock and Porth Joke Beaches, Nanis offers comfortable accommodation in a ...
★★★★    Rating
Higher Moor
Set in large, south-facing, landscaped gardens on the edge of Cubert Common within easy walking distance of Crantock and Porth Joke Beaches, Nanis offers comfortable accommodation in a ...
★★★★    Rating
Newperran Holiday Resort
Just 10 minutes’ drive from Perranporth Beach and the attractions of Newquay, Newperran Holiday Resort offers a wide range of accommodations in caravans and lodges – some with hot tubs ...
★★★★    Rating
Pentire Hotel
Pentire Hotel is located on the Pentire Headland in Newquay, with Fistral beach to one side and Gannel Estuary to the other. All rooms enjoy great views, either of the sea or countrysid...
★★★    Rating
Trevornick
Trevornick Holiday Park is an award-winning park set in a spectacular location within a stone's throw of the beautiful Holywell Bay beach. With sand dunes and salty air, coupled with fi...
★★★★★    Rating
Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa
Boasting breathtaking views across the rolling waves of Fistral Beach, this adults-only hotel has much to offer and is a perfect choice for a relaxing break for mind and body. Spacious ...
★★★★    Rating
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Places to eat nearby View all
Pentire Hotel
Dune
   AA Rosette Award
Ugly Butterfly by Adam Handling
   AA Rosette Award
Restaurant RenMor
   AA Rosette Award
Places to eat nearby
Pentire Hotel
Dune
   AA Rosette Award
Ugly Butterfly by Adam Handling
   AA Rosette Award
Restaurant RenMor
   AA Rosette Award
The Scarlet Hotel
   AA Rosette Award
Ogo
   AA Rosette Award
Driftwood Spars
Pennypots
   AA Rosette Award
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Route details
1hr 15min
Dog-friendly
Difficulty:
Easy

Gradient:
Gentle


Distance:
2 miles (3.2kms)

Ascent:
100ft (30m)

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Pentire Point West

Recommended by
Our view
"A short walk round the ‘Sand Country’ of Crantock and Pentire Point West."
Walk details
1hr 15min
Dog friendly
Difficulty:
Easy
Gradient:
Gentle
Distance:
2 miles (3.2kms)
Ascent:
100ft (30m)
Walk directions

Leave the car park by its entrance and walk directly down the approach road. In 20yds (18m) turn left, signed ‘To Polly Joke’, go through a kissing gate and continue along the track ahead.
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Keep straight ahead at a fork, and in 20yds (18m) take the narrow path to the right, just before a wooden gate, and soon join the coast path.
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Turn left and immediately go through a kissing gate. Keep left at the fork and follow a grassy track round the headland of Pentire Point West, keeping to the main path. Follow the cliff edge along the side of Porth Joke.
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Go through a kissing gate and soon join another path. Keep right, and go through a kissing gate and cross a plank bridge at the head of the beach.
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Turn left off the coast path, signed ‘Cubert Common’. Follow a sandy path and go through a gate. Continue to another gate into a car park. Keep straight ahead and leave the car park via a wooden stile next to the car park entrance.
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Keep left on a stony track, and in about 50yds (45m) go through a wooden kissing gate on the left and onto a fenced path.
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Cross a wooden bridge and soon meet a surfaced road. Turn left and follow the road back to the start point car park.
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Location
Starting point
Nearest postcode:
Additional information
  Terrain - Clearly defined coastal footpaths and surfaced lanes
  Landscape - Green and grassy clifftops above sandy beaches
  Dog friendliness - Lead required around livestock
  Parking - West Pentire
  Toilets en route - None on route; nearest at Crantock village
Walks in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Dog-friendly walks in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
About the walk
South of Newquay is a genuine ‘Sand Country’, where vast swathes of sand sprawl across the beaches at Crantock, Holywell Beach and especially at Penhale and Perran Beach. This is truly ‘golden’ sand and it makes the beaches of this part of North Cornwall a holidaymaker’s heaven and a surfer’s...
Read more
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About the area
Area image
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.
Explore Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

Nearby places to stay

View all (8)
Self-Catering
Crantock Bay Apartments
★★★★★
awardaward
"Great holiday destination for families...."
  • Total units: 11
Caravan & Camping
Treago Farm Caravan Site
★★★★
award
"Great family facilities with direct access to Polly Joke beach...."
  • Launderette
  • Ice pack facility
  • BBQ
  • Picnic Area
Self-Catering
Nanis Cottage, Higher Moor
★★★★
awardaward
"Stunning location, close to Crantock, pretty garden which is full of an array of colourful flowers..."
  • Total units: 1
  • Private garden
  • Lawn area
  • Garden furniture
Nearby places to stay
Crantock Bay Apartments
Crantock Bay Apartments sit at the end of West Pentire Headland in Cornwall, overlooking Crantock Beach and the coastline beyond. It comprises a stunning collection of luxury self-cater...
★★★★★    Rating
Treago Farm Caravan Site
A grass site in open farmland in a south-facing sheltered valley with a fishing lake. This friendly family park has spotless toilet facilities, which include three excellent heated fami...
★★★★    Rating
Nanis Cottage, Higher Moor
Set in large, south-facing, landscaped gardens on the edge of Cubert Common within easy walking distance of Crantock and Porth Joke Beaches, Nanis offers comfortable accommodation in a ...
★★★★    Rating
Higher Moor
Set in large, south-facing, landscaped gardens on the edge of Cubert Common within easy walking distance of Crantock and Porth Joke Beaches, Nanis offers comfortable accommodation in a ...
★★★★    Rating
Newperran Holiday Resort
Just 10 minutes’ drive from Perranporth Beach and the attractions of Newquay, Newperran Holiday Resort offers a wide range of accommodations in caravans and lodges – some with hot tubs ...
★★★★    Rating
Pentire Hotel
Pentire Hotel is located on the Pentire Headland in Newquay, with Fistral beach to one side and Gannel Estuary to the other. All rooms enjoy great views, either of the sea or countrysid...
★★★    Rating
Trevornick
Trevornick Holiday Park is an award-winning park set in a spectacular location within a stone's throw of the beautiful Holywell Bay beach. With sand dunes and salty air, coupled with fi...
★★★★★    Rating
Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa
Boasting breathtaking views across the rolling waves of Fistral Beach, this adults-only hotel has much to offer and is a perfect choice for a relaxing break for mind and body. Spacious ...
★★★★    Rating
View all (8)
Places to eat nearby View all
Pentire Hotel
Dune
   AA Rosette Award
Ugly Butterfly by Adam Handling
   AA Rosette Award
Restaurant RenMor
   AA Rosette Award
Places to eat nearby
Pentire Hotel
Dune
   AA Rosette Award
Ugly Butterfly by Adam Handling
   AA Rosette Award
Restaurant RenMor
   AA Rosette Award
The Scarlet Hotel
   AA Rosette Award
Ogo
   AA Rosette Award
Driftwood Spars
Pennypots
   AA Rosette Award
View all
Stay in the area  
Eat or drink nearby