About this Event
With miles of golden sands, crystal-clear waters, dramatic cliff walks and world-famous surf, it’s a place where the land meets the Atlantic in unforgettable style. Come and discover some hidden gems of its wonderful coastal walks with us on this exciting three-day Easter bank holiday trip to the Atlantic coast of North Cornwall!
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Atlantic coast of North Cornwall
- Spectacular rock stacks at Bedruthan Steps
- Porthcurno Beach, regularly voted the top beach in the UK
- Land's End – the most westerly point of mainland England and one of Cornwall's most famous landmarks
- 2-night stay in Newquay – one of the UK’s favourite seaside resorts, renowned for its golden beaches, dramatic coastal scenery and some of the best surf in Britain
- Roskilly's Ice Cream Farm – a real, working, organic Cornish Dairy farm, which makes one of Cornwall's most delicious and famous ice cream 🍦
- Superb Lusty Glaze, Great Western and Tolcarne sandy beaches – all within a 5-10 minute walk from our hotel in Newquay
- Fistral Beach – Cornwall's most famous spot for watching the sunset
- Lizard Point – the most southerly point in Britain
- Spectacular views of the majestic St Michael's Mount. This tidal island can be reached by an ancient, cobbled causeway, which only opens at low tide and is covered by the sea at high tide
- Dramatic cliff scenery and wonderful cliff-top views of small offshore islands, rocky stacks, arches and Mullion Island
- White sand and turquoise sea at the exceptionally beautiful Kynance Cove
- Cornwall's best local and traditional delicacies: fresh seafood 🦞, Cornish pasties 🥐, cream tea 🥧, Cornish ice cream 🍦, etc.
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Saturday (04/04):
06:45 Meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (a five-minute walk from Hammersmith Station)
07:00 Sharp departure
13:30-18:30 Cliff-top hike from Porthcothan Beach to Porth Beach via Bedruthan Steps (difficulty: Moderate, distance: 14km, ascent: 450m)
18:45 Check-in at Premier Inn Newquay Seafront Hotel
19:00 Free time for dinner and exploring Newquay's beaches. Please book a table in advance for 19:30 if you prefer to eat out. Recommended: Ginger & Joe, Butcher's Bistro (both close to the hotel), Fish House Fistral (the best seafood restaurant in Cornwall, next to Fistral Beach, a 30-minute walk from the hotel).
Day 2 – Sunday (05/04):
08:00 Breakfast
09:00 Departure
10:00-14:00 Hike from Mullion Cove to Lizard Point via Kynance Cove (difficulty: Easy, distance: 12km, ascent: 370m)
14:00-15:30 Lunch in Lizard village, free time to buy souvenirs
16:00-16:45 Stop at Roskilly's Ice Cream Farm, one of Cornwall's best known ice cream makers
17:30 Back to our hotel, free time to relax by the sea in Newquay. Please book a table in advance if you prefer to eat out for dinner.
Day 3 – Monday (06/04):
07:00 Breakfast
08:00 Departure
09:30-12:30 Hike from Land's End to Porthcurno Beach (difficulty: Easy, distance: 9km, ascent: 220m)
13:00-14:30 Lunch in Marazion, next to the iconic Cornish landmark of St Michael’s Mount, free time to cross the tidal causeway (low tide around 2 PM – perfect timing!)
14:30 Departure
21:00 London, Hammersmith
TRANSPORT
As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus.
LUGGAGE
You can bring two small bags with you: one cabin size personal item bag (up to 10kg) and one smaller hiking backpack to fit under the seat. During the hike, you can leave your luggage in the minibus.
BOOKING
You’re welcome to book and pay via Eventbrite. However, to get the best price and avoid the Eventbrite commission (around £41), we recommend booking directly through our Meetup page or emailing us at [email protected]
THE PRICE OF £478 INCLUDES
- Transport throughout the trip
- Experienced, professional PSV minibus driver
- Guiding on all hiking routes by an experienced and qualified Mountain Leader
- Two nights' accommodation at the hotel in shared twin rooms (you'll share your room with somebody from our group of the same gender)
- Professional event organisation
- Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders
- Admin fee
- 20% VAT
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Personal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects, and personal trekking insurance)
- Food
HOW TO CONTACT US
For all enquiries, please email us at [email protected] We'll usually get back to you within 4 hours.
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support
- Suncream
- Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers (if there is a chance of rain)
- Water bottle (min 1L)
- Nuts and energy snacks to last you during the trip
- Swimwear (optional)
- Walking poles (optional)
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, London, United Kingdom
GBP 518.57
