View of Looe Island – Talland Coastal Path loop from Hendersick National Trust Car Park

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View of Looe Island – Talland Coastal Path loop from Hendersick National Trust Car Park

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View of Looe Island – Talland Coastal Path loop from Hendersick National Trust Car Park

03:08

10.8km

270m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

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1.09 km

View of Looe Island

Highlight • Viewpoint

Looe Island is a marine nature reserve and the water surrounding it is teeming with wildlife. It is said that Jesus visited the island with his uncle, Joseph of Arimathea. …

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1.28 km

View of Looe Island from Portnadler Bay

Highlight • Beach

Directly on the South West coastal path, this vantage point offers a perfect view of Looe Island / St Georges Island, among others.
Portnadler Bay is located 1.5 miles southwest of the town of Looe, Cornwall.

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1.29 km

Talland Coastal Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great little walk from Looe - try to pre-book lunch at the Talland Bay Hotel!

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3.34 km

Talland Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great stop on the hiking trail to Polperro. You have a great view of the sea and can enjoy the delicious scones with clotted cream and English tea. We recommend!

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3.74 km

View of Talland Bay

Highlight • Beach

Great views. Mild ascents, but generally an easy walk.

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5.40 km

Polperro Harbour

Highlight • Settlement

Nestled in a ravine, Polperro is sheltered from much of the adverse weather along this stretch of coastline. Boasting a delightful jumble of fishermans’ cottages, quirky streets and a traditional harbour, it’s a picturesque village that’s great fun to explore.

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6.62 km

Talland and Polperro War Memorial

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those who lost their lives in the two World Wars and the Falklands War

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9.52 km

Hore Stone Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

Hore Stone point is on the wonderful section of the SWCP between Looe and Polperro. Great walking and amazing views over Portnadler Bay towards Looe Island.

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