Discover the breath-taking beauty of Redruth and its surrounding landscapes through our curated collection of local walks. Nestled in the heart of Cornwall, Redruth offers a verity of scenic trails, from tranquil woodland paths to rugged costal routes further afield. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a leisurely stroller, these walks promise to immerse you in the natural splendour and historical charm that make Redruth a walker’s paradise.
Explore hidden gems, enjoy panoramic vistas, and experience the vibrant wildlife that calls this enchanting area home. Lace up your boots and embark on an unforgettable journey through the picturesque walks in and around Redruth.
Where to walk…?
There really are so many different opportunities for walking routes in and around Redruth. We recommend looking at Christopher Brough’s guides on his website here for several choices. If you need some inspiration for reasons to pull on those walking boots, we love these simple 20 tips to inspire you to take a short walk.
But here are some of our favourites.
The Redruth Short Circular Walk
The Redruth Short Circular takes you through the rich history of the town and countryside, passing Murdoch House where the Engineer William Murdoch discovered gas lighting, then walking up Fore Street you’ll pass the town clock that’s been in place since the 1700’s, along Green Lane, the Plan an Gwarry and onto Church Lane that takes you up to Wheal Uny Engine Houses. The route brings you along footpaths linking up with Victoria Park and back into town passing St Andrews Church and the Pednandrea chimneystack. This walk is around 3.5 miles.
Redruth to Gwennap Pit
Redruth to Gwennap Pit is a fun walk covering parks, hills with stunning vistas and an ancient amphitheatre. Start from Victoria Park and continue on Raymond road, passing allotments and farm tracks which lead to Gwennap Pit and move southwards to Carn Marth. Take a minute to enjoy the view from here, you’ll see countryside, sea views across Cornwall and an impressive take on Carn Brea.
You can enjoy longer routes from Lanner along to Stithians Reservoir and Hendra or Frogpool or explore Penhalvean, the significantly important Stamps at Wheal Basset, Carnkie and Wheal Francis. There really are so many different opportunities for walking routes in and around Redruth. We invite you to return and explore even more of Redruth’s stunning landscapes, where every season brings new vistas and experiences. Thank you for choosing to walk with us—until next time, may your paths be scenic and your memories unforgettable.
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