Penzance to Marazion (Walk/Cycle)

South West Coast Path

You don’t need a car to have a coastal adventure in Penzance. This gentle 2.7-mile walk from Penzance to Marazion follows the recently upgraded coast path and enjoys views across Mount’s Bay to St Michael’s Mount (see route here).

While you’re gazing out at the water, it might surprise you to learn that below the waves lies the remains of an ancient forest. To bring this secret landscape to life, local artist Emma Smith has created a site-specific artwork, ‘Gwelen’. You will find her wooden ‘seeing sticks’ dotted along the coast path. The installation is accompanied by a podcast, which will introduce you to Emma Smith and her work.

Cost:

Free

Accessibility

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The accessibility icons provide guidance on whether this activity is reasonably accessible to those with access needs, including mobility, vision, hearing, sensory sensitivity and learning differences. This particular experience has been tested and reviewed by the Access Cornwall team, who have confirmed that it meets their criteria for accessibility in these categories. Please visit Access Cornwall for the full review.

Transport

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The travel icons provide guidance on whether this activity can be reached by train, bus or bike. You will see the car icon if there is no public transport available. If you see the walking icon, the activity is a short walk from a bus stop or train station. The icons are for guidance only. To plan your journey and find the latest ticket information, visit the Transport for Cornwall website.

Eco Top Tip

Packing a picnic? Try to make it plastic free.

Experience last updated on February 23rd, 2023

This listing has been curated by the EXPERIENCE West Cornwall team and was correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. We advise that you contact the venue or provider directly to confirm any seasonal opening details and to book the experience.

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Ocean High

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Jubilee Pool

Geo & Fizz

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