Circular walk from The Rumps to Polzeath

The Rumps to Polzeath around Pentire Point

A circular walk across the Iron Age hillfort on the twin headlands of The Rumps and around Pentire Point, with panoramic views of the Camel Estuary and the offshore islands, to the sandy beach at Polzeath.

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The walk starts near the coast at the Lead Mines National Trust car park and heads out onto the coast path. The route follows the coast onto Com Head, where there is a stunning view of Port Isaac Bay. The coast path continues to Rumps Point, where you can walk through the Iron Age fortifications to the twin headlands. The coast path continues to Pentire Point, where there are views across the Camel Estuary, and on to the beach at Pentireglaze. The route finally heads inland at New Polzeath along lanes towards Pentire Farm to complete the circular walk.

Highlights

  • Panoramic views of Port Isaac Bay, Polzeath and the Camel Estuary
  • Rugged granite cliffs and rock stacks with seabird colonies
  • Remains of an Iron Age fort at The Rumps
  • Sandy beaches at Pentireglaze Haven and Polzeath
  • Bookshop and NT café in the Pentireglaze car park near the end of the route. Sensory orchard (picnic spot) opposite.

Considerations

  • The path around Rumps Point is quite rocky and is close to the cliff edge in places. This can be bypassed by doing a there-and-back to the headland on the left instead.
  • Route includes paths close to unfenced cliff edges.

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Vital statistics

  • OS Explorer: 106
  • Distance: 4.2 miles/6.7 km
  • Steepness grade: Moderate
  • Recommended footwear: walking shoes, or trainers in summer
  • No stiles: ✓
  • Café: ✓

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either as a GPS-guided walk with our app (£3.29) or a PDF of directions (£2.79) Example of directions

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