Outdoor Adventures

Bodmin is ideal for walkers and cyclists with its central position and many cycling and walking routes leading in every direction.

Discover Cornwall’s trails and return to rest, reset and revive

The Camel Trail

The renowned Camel Trail is a scenic fairly flat route that you can pick up in Bodmin and head towards the coast via Wadebridge ending up in Padstow ( just a 12 mile cycle) or go more countryside and head towards Wenfordbridge and the edge of Bodmin Moor, this was is slightly more uphill, but it will be downhill most of the way back to Bodmin.

Cardinham Woods

Situated a few hundred yards on the right from the bottom of the drive and managed by Forestry England, Cardinham Woods offers extensive walking and cycling trails, as well as an award-winning café.

Cardinham is famed for its walking trails, from easy routes to longer walks that include steep valley climbs and fantastic views. With four way-marked routes and miles of tracks to explore, Cardinham Woods offers a great day out.

The South West Coast Path

Over 600 miles of the South West Coast path are on your doorstep ready to explore. You can walk a loop of the path or walk from one place to another, whatever you choose for as long as you want to be out walking, there are walks to suit most people and ability levels.

Lanhydrock

Lanhydrock House is a stunning Victorian country estate set within expansive parkland and gardens near Bodmin. Managed by the National Trust, the house offers a fascinating glimpse into historic family life, from grand interiors to servant spaces below stairs. Surrounded by woodland walks and scenic trails, it’s a peaceful place to explore Cornwall’s history and natural beauty together.

Golitha Falls

Golitha Falls is a breathtaking woodland waterfall site on the edge of Bodmin Moor, where the River Fowey tumbles through ancient oak forest and over rugged granite steps.

A series of cascades and moss-covered rocks create a peaceful, almost otherworldly atmosphere, with winding trails that allow visitors to explore the falls up close. Rich in wildlife, history, and natural beauty, Golitha Falls offers a tranquil escape where the sounds of rushing water and rustling trees define the experience.

Bodmin Moor & Brown Willy

Bodmin Moor is a vast, wild expanse of open countryside defined by granite tors, sweeping views, and a deep sense of ancient landscape. Known for its rugged beauty and rich history, it’s a place where walkers can explore prehistoric settlements, stone circles, and dramatic natural landmarks shaped over thousands of years.

At its highest point stands Brown Willy, Cornwall’s highest peak. From the summit, wide panoramic views stretch across the moor and out towards both coasts on a clear day, making it a rewarding climb that captures the raw, untamed spirit of the Cornish landscape.

Minions

Minions is a strikingly atmospheric village set high on Bodmin Moor, surrounded by wide skies, rugged granite tors, and a deeply historic landscape. Once a thriving mining community, it’s now known for its dramatic scenery and industrial heritage, including the iconic Hurlers stone circles and remnants of old engine houses. With its open, windswept setting and panoramic views, Minions offers a powerful sense of Cornwall’s wild, ancient character.

Cheesewring

Cheesewring is one of Cornwall’s most striking natural landmarks, a dramatic stack of granite boulders balanced atop each other by centuries of weathering and erosion. Set on Bodmin Moor near Minions, it has long captured imaginations with its unusual, almost precarious shape and sweeping views across the moor. Steeped in local legend and geological wonder, it’s a fascinating spot that perfectly showcases the raw beauty of Cornwall’s upland landscape.

Tin Mines

Cornwall’s tin mines are a powerful reminder of the region’s industrial heritage, once driving the local economy and shaping communities across the county. Now largely disused, many of the engine houses and mine workings remain scattered across the landscape, especially around areas like Bodmin Moor and the north coast, standing as striking landmarks against the wild terrain. These historic sites tell the story of generations of miners who worked deep underground to extract tin and copper, leaving behind a UNESCO-listed mining landscape that is now rich in heritage, walking routes, and dramatic scenery.

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Carnglaze Caverns

Carnglaze Caverns is a remarkable underground attraction set within former slate mines on the edge of Bodmin Moor. Visitors can explore vast hand-carved caverns, winding tunnels, and atmospheric chambers that reveal Cornwall’s industrial past in a dramatic and immersive way. One of its most striking features is the underground lake, where still, deep waters reflect the cavern walls to create an almost otherworldly setting. Blending history, geology, and natural beauty, Carnglaze Caverns offers a unique journey beneath the Cornish landscape.

Dozmary Pool

Dozmary Pool is a remote and atmospheric lake on Bodmin Moor, surrounded by open moorland and steeped in myth and legend. Often linked to Arthurian folklore as the place where Excalibur was returned to the Lady of the Lake, it carries a strong sense of mystery and ancient storytelling. In reality, it’s a quiet, windswept pool that changes character with the weather, offering a stark, beautiful glimpse into the wild heart of Cornwall.