Self-guided holidays : Single centre self-guided walking holidays
North Cornwall
Self-guided Walking Holidays
North Cornwall has one of the most spectacular stretches of coastline to be found anywhere in the world. The Atlantic Ocean provides an awesome and ever-changing backdrop to the towering and rugged cliffs, and spectacular rocky promontories are interspersed with idyllic sandy coves and picturesque fishing villages.
North Cornwall is exposed to the full force of the Atlantic rollers and on the high plateau above the slate cliffs the sparse trees are shaped by the prevailing wind. At intervals the coastline is punctuated by narrow gorges where fast flowing streams lined with deciduous woodland cascade into the sea. The close-grazed grassland on the clifftops makes for superb undulating walking and expansive views along the coast are a constant feature.
In spring and early summer the cliffs and the Cornish slate ‘hedges’ are draped in carpets of thrift, sea-squill and campion. In high summer valerian, monbretia and foxgloves wave in the breeze. A wide variety of seabirds nest on the cliff faces and peregrine falcons can be seen swooping on their prey.
Guests will be able to sample the splendour of Cornwall’s wild and rugged Atlantic coast with its numerous magnificent headlands and highlights will include Pentire Head which provides one of the finest views in Cornwall; the charm of Port Isaac with its jumble of fishermans’ cottages; the incomparable setting of Tintagel Castle perched on the clifftop; Boscastle with its narrow fjord-like harbour; and the peaceful isolation of The Rumps where John Binyon sat to write his ‘Ode to the Fallen’, now an integral part of our Remembrance Day services.
Bed & Breakfast option
Your holiday in North Cornwall will be based at a comfortable family-run guest house in the pretty village of Boscastle, with its National Trust-owned harbour. Your room will have ensuite facilities (private bathroom) and you will have a choice of continental or full English breakfast. Boscastle has a number of restaurants and pubs serving meals in the evening.
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast option
Your holiday in North Cornwall will be based at the Wellington Hotel [AA**] which is located in the middle of the village of Boscastle, close to the top of the harbour. The hotel offers comfortable accommodation and the restaurant holds two AA for the standard of its service and cuisine. All bedrooms have ensuite facilities (private bathroom).
Holiday options
Bed & Breakfast holiday options
| Code: NCWSBE5 |
| Grade: Easy |
| Nights: 5 |
| Price: £440 |
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| Code: NCWSBE7 |
| Grade: Easy |
| Nights: 7 |
| Price: £540 |
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| Code: NCWSBM5 |
| Grade: Moderate |
| Nights: 5 |
| Price: £440 |
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| Code: NCWSBM7 |
| Grade: Moderate |
| Nights: 7 |
| Price: £540 |
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- All of the above prices are per person, and based upon two guests sharing a double or twin-bedded room.
- Single traveller supplement; £30 per night (More about single supplement).
- Discounts available for parties of three or more guests.
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast holiday options
| Code: NCWSHE5 |
| Grade: Easy |
| Nights: 5 |
| Price: £625 |
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| Code: NCWSHE7 |
| Grade: Easy |
| Nights: 7 |
| Price: £775 |
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| Code: NCWSHM5 |
| Grade: Moderate |
| Nights: 5 |
| Price: £625 |
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| Code: NCWSHM7 |
| Grade: Moderate |
| Nights: 7 |
| Price: £775 |
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- All of the above prices are per person, and based upon two guests sharing a double or twin-bedded room.
- Single traveller supplement; £30 per night (More about single supplement).
- Discounts available for parties of three or more guests.
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Travel information
Rail: Bodmin Parkway.
Onward travel: Public bus or taxi.