Porthcurno and Penberth

Clifftop loop from Porthcurno past the tiny harbour at Penberth and the Treryn Dinas promontory fort, back across fields through Treen.

Terrain

Mostly good paths, some across fields with stone stiles, a stretch of minor road, and one steep climb and descent on the coast path.

Dogs

Passes a beach and pubs that welcome dogs. Keep dogs close near livestock and cliff edges.

Start: Porthcurno, Main Valley Car Park, TR19 6JX. Directions to the start

Route, map and full directions: South West Coast Path Association. Summary in our own words, checked 30 October 2026. Paths, tides and conditions change, so check the route before you go.

Route

We don't have a route line for this walk yet. Use the map and directions on the South West Coast Path Association page.

Council beach rules near this walk

These are council rules and take priority over anything above.

• Porthcurno BeachDogs banned 1 July to 31 August, 10am to 6pm
• Porthgwarra BeachDogs banned 1 July to 31 August, 10am to 6pm