South West Coast Path - Padstow to St Ives Map and Itinerary

Arrive Padstow

Synonymous with TV chef Rick Stein Padstow is a delightful mix of piers, inns, restaurants and craft shops huddled around a small harbour.

Padstow is a 270 mile (5 hour) drive from London. It is also accessible by train and bus from London in 5 hours.

Padstow to Porthcothan

Distance: 13m (20.8km) Ascent/Decent: 770m

A lovely start to your walk along low cliff tops, with tempting beaches below. The prominent Trevose head offers wonderful views of the beaches ahead and Constantine Bay is a great spot for a relaxed picnic.

Porthcothan to Newquay

Distance: 10m (16km) Ascent/Descent: 535m

This rugged coast of little coves and jagged headlands has been the graveyard of many ships. Local legends, expansive views and the three miles of sand at Watergate Bay are real highlights.

Newquay to Perranporth

Distance: 10m (16km) Ascent/Decent: 482m

Leaving the busy holiday town of Newquay behind you immediately find yourself on the famous Fistral Beach. Look out for the prolific wildflowers on West Pentire Headland and the colonies of kittiwakes and waders.

Perranporth to Portreath

Distance: 11m (17.6km) Ascent/Decent: 748m

A day of steep climbs and descents through an area of ancient mines, many of which are now home to bats. The area around St Agnes Head is a favourite for birders.

Portreath to Hayle

Distance: 12m (19.2km) Ascent/Decent: 418m

Smugglers coves, with colourful names such as Ralph’s Cupboard pepper the coast. Cliffs, dunes and estuaries all contribute to a wonderful day of walking.

Hayle to St Ives

Distance: 5m (8km) Ascent/Decent: 202m

Your walk begins at the Hayle Swing Bridge, the oldest in Britain and ends at the delightful town of St Ives, where you could easily spend a few days exploring the galleries, craft shops and excellent cafes.

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