Submitted by Bunglebear on 04 March 2008
A linear, half-day low hills and fells (below 600m) walk in England starting at St Ives, Cornwall, about 10km (roughly 6 miles) long and
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Cross country route from St Ives to Marazion taking in Knill's Monument, Trencrom Hill and St Michael's Mount. Can be done in either direction, largely well-signposted, overgrown in a few places, and there is the option to add an extra 3 miles at the south end by walking to Penzance from Marazion along the coast path. Start is from St Ives bus/train station going east along the coast path. Buses run from Marazion back to St Ives or to Penzance and also from Penzance to St Ives.
Start:
St Ives, OS Grid: SW519402
End: Marazion, OS Grid: SW517305 Elevation Profile (x: waypoint number, y: metres)
End: Marazion, OS Grid: SW517305 Elevation Profile (x: waypoint number, y: metres)
Gain (+/- 10%): 276m (906ft)
Total (+/- 10%): 575m (1887ft)
Loss (+/- 10%): 299m (981ft)
Max. Elevation: 170m (557ft)
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Waypoints
Start of the walk
18th century monument erected by John Knill. Great views of both St Ives and across to St Michael's Mount.
nr Trevarrack
Fort owned by National Trust
Small village en route to Marazion
Wetland reserve for wild birds
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