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The Lizard Peninsula

Circular Route
Route Difficulty: Moderate
Route Length: 40.23km
Average Duration: 4hrs
Surrounded by the sea, the Lizard is unique, a source of inspiration for artists and writers, an area of outstanding natural beauty. Your route passes through the central and eastern area of the peninsula, here you will be presented with tiny fishing villages with brightly painted boats pulled up on the beaches or slipways. Picturesque villages with whitewashed cottages clustered around squares or cling to the hillsides. The peninsula is full of contrasts from flat grassy paths to soft green landscapes and the dramatic cliffs of Lizard Point with panoramic views.

Parking:
Lizard Point - Grid Ref: SW 702 118
Coverack - Grid Ref: SW 781 187
Porthallow - Grid Ref: SW 797 232

Refreshments:
Five Pilchards,Porthallow Tel: 01326 280256
Three Tuns,Porthallow Tel: 01326 280949
White Hart,St Keverne Tel:01326 280325
Wheel Inn Cury Cross Lane Tel: 01326 240412
Prince of Wales,Newtown Tel: 01326 231247

Further Information:
Cycling in Cornwall and Devon - Collins
Helston Tourist Information Centre email: info@helstontic.demon.co.uk
National Trust email crorgc@smtp.ntrust.org.uk
OS Explorer Map Sheet 103

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