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Promontory fort called The Rumps

8 ha

Plan your visit

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Public accessFree entryDogs welcome8 ha

Visiting this summer

Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now

  • 🐦60+ species recorded in this area — summer evenings are best for activity; watch for Herring Gull and Stonechat
  • Historic character is a year-round quality here — summer brings its own atmosphere to the setting
  • 🐕Dogs welcome — bring water in summer; the site has enough space to find shade on hot days

Best for

10 activities

Bird watching

Very strong match

Free

Birds — Herring Gull, Stonechat, Linnet +57 more · last seen 2026; Ancient woodland — owls, woodpeckers, warblers

Ancient woodland

Very strong match

Free

Ancient woodland — continuous woodland since before 1600

Wildlife

Strong match

Free

Birds — Herring Gull, Stonechat, Linnet +57 more · last seen 2026; Ancient woodland

Heritage

Strong match

Free

Historic site with public access

Bluebell walks

Strong match

Free

Ancient woodland — native bluebell habitat

Seasonal nature

Strong match

Free

Ancient woodland — bluebells, fungi and autumn colour

Trails nearby

Within roughly 5 km
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Walking

8 signed routes nearby · 14 public paths nearby

Signed route nearbyPublic paths
South West Coast Path (Section 14: Port Isaac to Padstow)Walking route
Named routeRef SWCPNational walking route
South West Coast Path (Section 15: Padstow to Porthcothan)Walking route
Named routeRef SWCPNational walking route
King Charles III England Coast Path: Marsland Mouth to NewquayWalking route
Named routeRef ECPNational walking route
Pentire headland walk, North CornwallWalking route5.4 km

The route follows natural, grassy tracks and coastpaths which can be uneven in places. There are several sections that involve steps and the path can get muddy after heavy rain. Be aware of cliff edges and keep children and dogs supervised.

Named routeLength 5.4 kmDuration 2:30Round tripLocal walking route
Pentire and Baby Bay circular walk, North CornwallWalking route5.1 km

Mostly moderate terrain, following inland farmland footpaths as well as the South West Coast Path, but with some steep sections. Surfaces can be uneven or muddy and sturdy footwear is advised.

Named routeLength 5.1 kmDuration 2:30Round tripLocal walking route

Wildlife to spot

Photos

22 photos from nearby open sources

✓ Public accessFree entry🐶 Dogs

Good to know

  • £Free to visit — no entry charge
  • 🐕Dogs welcome

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