Great walks in the Flushing area

There is a wealth of walking available nearby the cottages in Flushing. Whether you want to enjoy part of the Cornish Coastal Path, or would like to venture farther afield, you will not be disappointed.

The north coast, which is only a few miles away, offers dramatic coastline and wave-swept, sandy beaches, while the south coast around Flushing offers sheltered coves and picturesque harbours.

Ask us for more information about specific walks to do in the local area.

Walk number one - 6 miles in 3 hours

maenporthSWANPOOL - TREGENDA - ROSEMERRYN - MAENPORTH - SWANPOOL   Farmland, woodland, an interesting church and an attractive stretch of the coastal path.   Click to download Walk No 1

Walk number two - 6.5 miles in 3.5 hours

walks-holdingMYLOR BRIDGE - ENYS - FLUSHING - MYLOR BRIDGE   A woodland and farmland walk with a delightful stretch along the Penryn River. Click to download walk No 2

Walk number three - 5 miles in 2.5 horus

walks-holdingMYLOR BRIDGE - HALWYN - RESTRONGUET - MYLOR BRIDGE   Superb creek and river views.  A longish stretch along quiet roads but the view makes it worthwhile. Click to download walk No 3

Walk number four - 4 miles in 2.5 hours

walks-holdingSTITHIANS CHURCH - TRESKEWIS - TREATHEAGUE - STITHIANS CHURCH   A pleasant walk through farmland then lakeside at Stithians with extensive views across the water. Click to download walk No 4

Walk number five - 4 miles in 2 hours

walks-holdingFLUSHING - MYLOR HARBOUR - FLUSHING   Our favourite! Includes optional ferry trip from Falmouth, marvellous harbour views, quaint Flushing village, an old church and some farmland. Ideal for kids and dogs. Click to download walk No 5

Walk number six - 6 miles in 3 hours

MAWNAN SMITH - MAENPORTH - ROSEMULLION HEAD - MAWNAN SMITH   A lovely walk through pretty farmland and out along the coastal path with some great views. Click to download walk No 6

Walk number seven - 4 miles in 2 hours

MAWNAN SMITH - PENPOL - DURGAN - MAWNAN SMITH   A walk through farmland alongside the beautiful Helford River. There is a steep hill which is not for the faint hearted!   Click to download walk No 7

Walk number eight - 4.5 miles in 2.5 hours

FALMOUTH TOWN - SWANPOOL - PENDENNIS HEAD - FALMOUTH TOWN   An interesting town walk with a stretch of coast path and some magnificent coastal and harbour views. Click to download walk No 8

Walk number nine - 3.5 miles in 2 hours

TREVONE - GOODAGRANE - MABE CHURCH - TREVONE   A walk off the beaten track through farmland and granite quarry country, with several awkward styles.   Click to download walk No 9

Walk number ten - 3.5 miles in 2 hours

CONSTANTINE - POLYWHEVERAL - SCOTTS QUAY - CONSTANTINE   A delightful walk through woods and farmland with one very steep hill. Try to do this walk when the tide is in. Click to download walk No 10