The Lizard, Cornwall

Lizard Walks - Poltesco & Cadgwith
2025-09-08 10:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Grade Ruan Parish Council Free Parking, Mundys Field, Ruan Minor
Join us for this circular walk from Ruan Minor, taking in Poltesco and Cadgwith, you will be guided by a volunteer walk leader.
Everyone is welcome to join us for a gentle, circular walk from Ruan Minor taking in Poltesco and Cadgwith. The walk is approximately 3.5 miles long and will take around 3 hours.
We will be taking in the surrounding coast and countryside including the old serpentine works at Poltesco.
This walk is for people of all abilities and experience, and the walk leader will facilitate the walk to ensure everybody feels comfortable

Full details at
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/lizard-point/events/df7a8d98-92ba-4859-960e-7e92fa670198

Lizard Wireless Station walk
2025-09-10 13:00 - 15:30 | Lizard Village Green Car Park
Join us for a coast path walk from the Lizard village including a tour of the Wireless Station.
Everyone is welcome to join us for a coast path walk from Lizard Village, taking in the surrounding countryside and dramatic coastline including a tour of the Lizard Wireless Station. The walk is approximately 3 miles and led by volunteer walk leaders, offering the opportunity for fresh air and time in nature. Everyone welcome of all walking experience.
Full details at
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/lizard-point/events/a5598799-2583-4a0f-9b1b-d59b50165f8e

Lizard Walks - Cadgwith & Church Cove
2025-09-26 10:00 - 13:00 | Cadgwith Car Park, Cadgwith, TR12 7LD
Join us for this walk as part of a series of Lizard Walks, guided by a volunteer walk leader.
This walk is part of a series of walks in which we will be slightly upping the pace and walking a little further than the usual social walks. Everyone is welcome to join us for this walk, starting at Cadgwith and taking in Church Cove on a circular route of around 5 miles (approx. 3 hours). We will be taking in the surrounding countryside and dramatic coastline including the Devil’s Frying Pan, with the opportunity to spot seals and choughs.

Find out more at
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/lizard-point/events/db94e66d-3cfb-48e3-bb42-66af1112ff4f

Lizard Walks: Lizard Village to Kyance
2026-01-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Lizard Village Green Car Park
This walk is part of a series of ‘Lizard Hikes’ in which we will be slightly upping the pace and walking a little further than the usual social walks.
We will be starting at Lizard Village Green and taking in Kynance and Lizard Point on a circular route of around 5 miles (approx. 3 hours).
We will be taking in the surrounding countryside and dramatic coastline including Lizard Point, with the opportunity to spot seals and choughs.

Meeting point
Meet at Lizard green car park TR12 7NZ what3words //////cherish.foiled.electrode Parking charges apply.

What to bring and wear
Please come in sturdy footwear and bring some waterproofs in case of showers. Walking poles are advisable and we will have some spares for people to borrow.

Accessibility
The route follows sections along the South West Coast Path, including uneven ground, steep gradient, steps and a number of stiles. The walk can be muddy so please wear sturdy boots, trainers will not be suitable.

Other
Dogs welcome on a lead. We may pass through fields where cattle are present.

Full details at

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/lizard-point/events/4985ea59-d7ed-4e0c-bfab-3e5fb67c680d

Talk by Paul Gainey: Flora of The Lizard
2026-02-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Ruan Minor Village Hall
The flora of the Lizard Peninsula – A Talk by Paul Gainey Monday February 2nd 7pm Ruan Minor Village Hall.
Paul Gainey is an amateur naturalist of 68 years interested in all aspects of Cornish natural History.
wildlifegroundswell@gmail.com

History of Poltesco Walk
2026-02-12 13:30 - 15:30
BOOKING ESSENTIAL

Step into Cornwall’s dramatic past with a guided walk to Poltesco, taking in the old Serpentine Works.

This walk will be led by volunteer walk leaders and offer the opportunity for anybody to learn a little about the history of Poltesco, spend time in nature and meet new people. Everyone is welcome, of all abilities and experience, and the walk leader will facilitate the walk to ensure everybody feels comfortable.

Full details at

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/lizard-point/events/0f7120da-5cd7-4a17-bd7c-11d12d457b58
Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability
Recommended 12+

Meeting point
Ruan Minor free car park TR12 7LF What3Words ///splits.loaf.irritate

What to bring and wear
Please come in sturdy footwear and bring some waterproofs in case of showers.
Accessibility
The route follows sections along the South West Coast Path, including uneven ground, steep gradient, steps and a number of stiles. The walk can be muddy so please wear sturdy boots, trainers will not be suitable.
Other
Dogs welcome on leads

Lizard Walks - Lizard Village to Church Cove
2026-02-26 13:30 - 16:00 | Lizard Village Green Car Park
We will be starting at Lizard Village Green and taking in Church Cove and Bass Point on a circular route of around 5 miles (approx. 2.5 hours).
We will be taking in the surrounding countryside and dramatic coastline including Housel Bay, with the opportunity to spot seals and choughs.
Full details at
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/lizard-point/events/c6b51104-a3f4-45d2-b48c-17e77df9c648

Meeting point
Meet at Lizard green car park TR12 7NZ what3words //////cherish.foiled.electrode Parking charges apply.

What to bring and wear
Please come in sturdy footwear and bring some waterproofs in case of showers.

Accessibility
The route follows sections along the South West Coast Path, including uneven ground, steep gradient, steps and a number of stiles. The walk can be muddy so please wear sturdy boots, trainers will not be suitable.

Other
Dogs welcome on a lead. We may pass through fields where cattle are present.
