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Fowey & Gribbon Head loop

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Fowey & Gribbon Head loop

01:22

11.3km

210m

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The Fowey & Gribbon Head loop offers a moderate jogging experience along the Cornish coast, covering 7.0 miles (11.3 km) with 691 feet (211 metres) of elevation gain. You can expect to complete this route in about 1 hours and 22 minutes, enjoying diverse terrain that includes coastal paths, ancient…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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1.61 km

Coombe Haven Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

The coast path skirts a secluded shingle cove, Coombe Haven. Also known as Coombe Hawne, the rocky, secluded bay has a history of smuggling in the 19th century. A short …

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3.01 km

Polridmouth Cove

Highlight • Beach

Polridmouth Cove is transformed at low tide when two coves become one sandy bay. Running here, you'll likely have the place nearly to yourself as its only accessible by footpath. Dogs are welcome at any time of year.

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4.15 km

Gribbin Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

You can't miss Gribbin Head, topped by the iconic Gribbin Tower, built in 1832 to aid ship navigation into Fowey and St Austell Harbour. The tower made Gribbin Head easily …

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11.3 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.33 km

1.83 km

1.06 km

800 m

278 m

Surfaces

5.92 km

1.92 km

1.53 km

1.38 km

448 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 24 May

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