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Mên-an-Tol, Ding Dong Mine & Watch Croft Circular

Updated: February 21, 2026
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Walk Highlights

Nearest Town:
Penzance
Distance:
6.50 miles
Time:
4.50 hours
Difficulty:
Moderate
Terrain:

This walk requires proper footwear. The moorland paths are notoriously boggy and wet, even in the summer months, and the gorse can be thick. The coastal section is rocky and involves some steep, uneven ascents and descents. Waterproof hiking boots are essential. Navigation can also be tricky if the sea mist (the 'mizzle') rolls in, so keeping track of the path is important.

Facilities:
Cafe

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Dog-Centric Details

Stile-Free Walk:
No
Poo Bins Available:
No
Secure/Fenced Area:
No
Dog Water Source:
No
Dog Notes:
  • Livestock & Wildlife: This is a wild environment with free-roaming cattle, ponies, and ground-nesting birds on the moors. It is highly recommended (and often required) to keep your dog on a lead across the moorland.

  • Cliffs: The return section along the South West Coast Path features sheer, unfenced drops. Dogs must be kept on a lead for their safety.

  • Open Space: Despite the need for leads, it's a wonderfully wild and sensory-rich environment for an active dog.

EV Charger Nearby:
No
Fuel Station Nearby:
No
Livestock Information:
Off-Leash Policy:
On-Leash Only
Dog Traffic:
Moderate
Seasonal Advice:
Height Restriction:
No
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About this Walk

If you want to experience the wild, untamed side of Cornwall, this is the walk. You'll traverse open moorland dotted with Bronze Age relics, stand beneath the iconic engine house of Ding Dong Mine, and take in panoramic views from Watch Croft before braving the cliffs. The Walk Start: The walk...

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