Visiting Cornwall National Landscape

Trampers are a type of mobility scooter which are specifically designed to access the countryside. Countryside Mobility is a not-for-profit hire scheme working to improve access. Operated by the charity Living Options Devon, this is a user-led organisation working to ensure that people with disabilities and Deaf people are empowered to lead the lives they choose. The team work with a variety of partners who host the trampers on their sites – or visitor attractions – to enable people with limited mobility to enjoy and access to the landscape. They undertake safety assessments and Access Audits at each site, aided by two access auditors who have first hand experience of living with a physical disability. They have also created films and podcasts about their trampers – and tramper locations so that all users can be confident of what to expect before arriving. These trampers do often need to be booked in advance.

Sustainably travelling by bus around Cornwall National Landscape is made easier using Go Cornwall Bus. With up-to-date information about bus travel, and routes, as well as activities and offers for some of Cornwall’s visitor attractions you can avoid taking the car. We advocate using public transport, where possible, as the best way to access the protected landscape in Cornwall. With the rural nature of the Sections of Cornwall National Landscape you might consider multiple modes of travel, for instance bicycle and bus or train and walk. Go Cornwall Bus can also advise on the accessibility of their transport to facilitate mobility requirements.

The Tin Coast is the area around St Just, Pendeen and Morvah in Section 07 West Penwith. It is an internationally significant World Heritage Site, part of Cornwall National Landscape and is interwoven with a resilient and exceptional natural beauty and incredible wildlife. The rugged beauty of this section of the protected landscape is fully captured and made easy to discover by the Tin Coast Partnership. You can find out all about the history, heritage, how to access the area and activities that you can do in this Section using their website.

From Penzance, on the main train line, there are a whole host of itineraries available to experience West Penwith. From exploring the coast, to feasting at local pubs, adventures by bicycle to learning about Cornish heritage, you can find all you need to know with Love Penzance. The team have curated a series of itineraries which include information on travel, access and what to expect in and out of season.

One of the best ways to see the protected landscape is on foot. You can plot your own route using OS Maps but if you are looking for a easy way to explore the 12 sections of Cornwall National Landscape we recommend trying iWalk Cornwall. They have over 300 walks across Cornwall ranging from 2 – 13 miles. The majority of these walks are circular and include lots of useful information about parking, public transport access and accessibility for different mobilities. The walks include local history, Cornish heritage and nature information. The work using GPS so a smartphone is usually required. However you can download a detailed, tested hand-written route plan to print and bring with you.