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Poldhu Cove - Coastline - National Trust

Mullion, near Helston, Cornwall, TR12 7JB

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Summary

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  • The most accessible entrance has a steep ramp/slope and an open entrance with no doors.
  • This entrance is across the road from the car park.
  • There is not a member of staff available for help and assistance.
  • The following are also available: seating, a large map in the car park and an information board in the car park.

Public Transport

Parking

  • This site does not have a car park.
  • Nearby parking includes: a public car park.
  • There is a designated drop-off point which is flush to the footpath.

Outdoor Spaces

  • This information is for the access point located across the road from the car park.
  • Access into the area is via a steep ramp/slope.
  • The slope is over 150cm wide.
  • There is open access at the surveyed access point.
  • The following outdoor facilities are available: open countryside.
  • The outdoor spaces include the following surfaces: concrete or tarmac, cobbled, grass, compact earth and loose stones.
  • Footpaths are available in all of the outdoor space.
  • The majority of the paths are not wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is no step-free level access around the area.
  • There are steep ramps/slopes without handrails in the main areas.
  • There is a steep slope at the beginning of the walk and then throughout.
  • There are some bench seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have gates and kissing gates which may create obstacles for some users.

Hikes and Trails

  • The walk is approximately 4 km.
  • The coastline walk begins up a steep hill to the left of the beach and onto the coastal path around the edge of the cliff face.
    The walk then turns inland and follows the public footpath through Mullion.
  • The hike is open 24 hours.
  • None of the paths are lit at night.
  • The route includes the following surfaces: gravel and compacted gravel.
  • Some of the route contains steep gradients and very uneven surfaces.
  • These are found in the following areas: all areas of the walk.
  • There are no alternative routes to avoid these areas.
  • The route is not clearly signposted.
  • Seating is available on the route.
  • There are no toilet facilities along the route.