Looe to Polperro along the Coast Path
A leisurely walk (coast) starting and finishing in Cornwall, England, about 5.60km (3.48 mi) long with an estimated walking time of about 1:30h. It is unsuitable for families with children, prams & pushchairs, wheelchairs.
Elevation Profile
Ascent
47m (154ft)
Descent
46m (150ft)
Max. Elevation
100m (328ft)
Altitude Gain & Loss
93m (304ft)
Start
Marine Drive, Hannafore, West Looe
End
Bus stop by Crumplehorn Inn, Polperro
Distance
5.60km
(3.48mi)
(3.48mi)
Duration
~1:30h
Difficulty
Leisurely
Ordnance Survey Map
Created by rosie154 on 14 Nov 2010
This is a popular walk of about 5 miles which takes you to the Village of Polperro, where there are regular buses back to Looe.
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Waypoints
OS Grid SX253523
Start of the walk. Walk to the far end of Marine Drive and go through the farm gate.
OS Grid SX249519
The way to Polperro is easy to follow, just keep the sea on your left and look for the well worn path. The first part is across flat fields and has beautiful views of Looe Island.
About 0.46 km (~0.29 miles) from 
OS Grid SX245519
After about 10 -15 minutes there is the first climb, when steps are reached just after crossing a small stream.
About 0.43 km (~0.27 miles) from 
OS Grid SX240511
After the next short descent, there is a gate on the left for an optional detour to Port Nadler beach, which is owned by the National Trust. The path takes you on around the cove to a headland where there are superb views up and down the coast.
About 0.94 km (~0.58 miles) from 
OS Grid SX234512
As you continue onwards you will reach Talland Bay, where there are public toilets and two seasonal cafes. There are two beaches here.
About 0.65 km (~0.4 miles) from 
OS Grid SX227514
Between the two there is a short, quiet stretch of road. Just beyond the second beach take the path to the left, up the short, steep climb and then left again, just after the handrail finishes. Keep to the path as it joins a lane leading to a house, here there are beautiful views of Talland Bay.
About 0.73 km (~0.45 miles) from 
OS Grid SX221511
Once past the house the coast path climbs and it is worth pausing by the War Memorial, both for a welcome break and to appreciate the views.
About 0.65 km (~0.4 miles) from 
OS Grid SX216509
Shortly afterwards the path levels out, here you will catch the first glimpses of Polperro, and it is soon downhill all the way to the village.
About 0.55 km (~0.34 miles) from 
PolperroOS Grid SX209509
Once there you can explore Polperro, while walking right through to the bus stop, close to the main car park.
About 0.73 km (~0.45 miles) from 
