Autumn Walks

15 November 2024

November is a riot of colour, be that exploding fireworks, sunset skies or my favourite – cascading leaves. This month we thought we’d share with you some of our favourite places for Autumn walks.

Lerryn

Lerryn has to be up there, such a little place but a popular stop on our guided tours. The village is nestled in the valley with a river running through. Driving over the bridge, I can’t help but pause and take in the view–stepping stones rising from the water and ducks swimming in neat little lines. Either side of the river bank there are majestic trees in all the fiery hues, both offering lovely walks. The carpark and post office side allows you to explore Ethy Woods and its abandoned pleasure park. Over the other side you can meander the paths to St Winnow church, another hidden Cornish gem.

Tehidy

Tehidy, near Camborne is also a favourite of many locals and visitors alike. Nine miles of paths with lakes and 250 acres of the most tranquil woodland, ideal for a seasonal picnic. The trees have such character here, you can imagine them rising from the ground and striding forth, as if from Lord of the Rings!

National Trust

Lanhydrock Estate just outside Bodmin is a wonderfully grand National Trust Victorian home. It is surrounded by impressive parkland and woodland trails with plenty of space to explore. You can hire bikes to conquer trails, or just don wellies and take the dog for a golden afternoon before the sun sinks down. Respryn especially is worth a visit, gentle, flat and popular with dog walkers, families and those who love to take it a little slow.

Another National Trust place to visit is Glendurgan, this sheltered garden winds down to the sea and has a photo-worthy maze young and old will enjoy. The autumn season brings out all the colours with native and exotic species that sit side by side.

Minions and Caradon Hill

It’s not all forest and trees, the colours of the moors are magnificent this time of year. Walk around Minions and Caradon Hill reveals the once busy mining heritage now left abandoned and serene. One of the joy of the moors, I found, is coming across the occasional pony or shaggy haired cow! It’s quite comforting being away from the crowds yet in the company of such gentle giants.

Boscastle

The coastland around Boscastle too is particularly stunning, the dark gothic rocks and frothy seas contrast beautifully with the leaves in warm golden shades. You can try a short circular walk from Boscastle to Minister Church that follows the river through ancient woodland.

So as you can see, Inland or along the coast, November is a charming month for those willing to embrace the great outdoors, and Cornwall certainly doesn’t disappoint! If you want to book an autumn guided tour with Cornwall Discovery Tours, get in touch.