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Natural Monuments

South West England

St. Austell Bay

Charlestown Harbour

Natural Monuments

South West England

St. Austell Bay

Charlestown Harbour

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Charlestown Harbour

Hiking

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Running

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Cycling

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Mountain biking

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Road cycling

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Location: St. Austell Bay, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Tips

July 4, 2019

Hiking

Charlestown is the last open 18th-century Georgian harbour in the UK and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. As you explore this Grade II-listed harbour, you can enjoy classic ships, unique places to eat and drink and glorious views around every corner.

October 8, 2023

Hiking

Fabulous harbour that often has sailing ships alongside. The harbour is often used as a filming location for films and TV shows.

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June 25, 2025

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Charlestown Harbour is the last open 18th-century Georgian harbour in the UK and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Renowned for its historic tall ships and picturesque setting, the harbour remains a vibrant working port and a popular filming location for TV and film productions such as Poldark and Taboo.

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Best routes near Charlestown Harbour

3.3

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#1.

St Austell & Charlestown loop from the station

13.8km

03:50

260m

260m

Hike the St Austell & Charlestown loop from the station, a moderate 8.7-mile route with coastal views and historic Charlestown Harbour.

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Moderate

4.7

(39)

196

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#2.

Charlestown Harbour – Charlestown Harbour loop from Pentewan

19.4km

05:40

530m

530m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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4.5

(6)

91

hikers

#3.

Charlestown Harbour – Charlestown Harbour loop from Charlestown

4.26km

01:11

80m

80m

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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Easy

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Elevation 10 m

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Location: St. Austell Bay, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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