Millendreath: Beach and Coastal Path

Millendreath offers two distinct perspectives on the coast: the beach in a sheltered cove and paths with views along the South West Coast Path. Millendreath Beach lies between Looe and Seaton; its cove consists of shingle and sand. The South West Coast Path runs through Millendreath and offers further views towards Rame Head from Bodigga Cliffs. This gives you two specific points to focus on when planning your trip: the character of the cove and the views along the way. You can then decide whether you would like to discover Millendreath primarily as a beach destination or through its coastal paths.

Millendreath Beach: Cove and Beach

Millendreath Beach is defined by its location between Looe and Seaton, its sheltered cove and its shingle and sand. These features describe different aspects: the location places the beach along the coast, the cove characterises its landscape, and shingle and sand describe its surface. When planning a beach visit, it is worth considering these specific details together. Check local conditions before setting out.

Coastal Path and Views

Near Millendreath, the new route of the South West Coast Path was moved away from the road to offer better views and a safer walking route. The diversion affects the route and its aims; the view towards Rame Head from Bodigga Cliffs is a specific landscape feature along the route. The “Millendreath & the Monkey Sanctuary” circular walk also offers views, in this case across Looe Bay. This lets you distinguish between the coastal views mentioned: Rame Head from Bodigga Cliffs and Looe Bay on the named circular walk. The route diversion explains why the path was changed; the viewpoints show the different landscapes highlighted in the route description.

Summer Flowers and Celtic Labyrinth

In summer, foxgloves, viper’s bugloss, red campion, cat’s-ear and greater stitchwort line the section of path leading to the Celtic Labyrinth. This seasonal aspect of nature is associated with the path in summer. The Celtic Labyrinth is about three-quarters of a mile along the South West Coast Path, above the sea. This is an approximate distance along the route. Here, a seasonal natural feature and a named destination with an approximate distance along the path come together. If you would also like to plan your trip around an interest in plants, summer is the relevant season for the flowers mentioned.

Walking Information

Near Millendreath, the South West Coast Path has been diverted via Bodigga Lane because Bodigga Cliff is unstable and prone to landslides. Check the latest path notices before setting out. The Monkey Sanctuary at the Wild Futures site in Cornwall is closed.

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