Porthluney Cove – The Lost Gardens of Heligan loop from Gorran Haven

Porthluney Cove – The Lost Gardens of Heligan loop from Gorran Haven

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Porthluney Cove – The Lost Gardens of Heligan loop from Gorran Haven

01:20

26.0km

360m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 18.1 km for 205 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.19 km

Porthluney Cove

Highlight • Viewpoint

Porthluney Cove is an ideal place to stop for a dip in the chilly sea thanks to its calm water and sandy beach. You'll meet lots of locals walking their dogs along the sand. The cove is privately owned by Caerhays Castle and Gardens, but is open to the public. There are toilet facilities and picnic spots close to the beach.

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6.04 km

Coastguard Lookout, Caerhays Estate

Highlight • Structure

Beautiful views from the building

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18.2 km

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

Highlight • Natural

The jungle

The Lost Gardens of Heligan is one of the most famous gardens in England. It is located eight kilometers south of St Austell near Mevagissey in Cornwall. Originally the garden was part of the 400 acre property of the Tremayne family. The Cornish name Heligan means Weidenbaum. A wonderful place for hiking and walking. A special highlight is the rope bridge in the "jungle".

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18.5 km

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

Highlight • Historical Site

The Lost Gardens of Heligan make for a mysterious and romantic visit. The gardens lay forgotten for decades after the outbreak of WWI until 1990, when they were re-discovered behind a door.

Heligan was built in the 13th century and was purchased by the Tremayne family in the 16th century. The gardens were developed from 1766 until 1914 with the construction of a walled garden, melon yard, bee boles and more.

Following the outbreak of WWI, the house was used as a hospital for officers, from 1939 until 1945 it housed American troops before being converted into flats and sold in the 1970s.

The gradens were restored to their former glory during the 1990s. You can easily spend a day wandering the 200 acres of gardens, which are open from 10am until 6pm. Tickets for adults cost £15. You can find more information, here: heligan.com

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26.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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