Maritime Line trails

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The Maritime Line is set in a picturesque part of Cornwall rich in maritime and mining history. There are 9 walks of varying distances and terrain, all of which are accessible from, and return to, train stations located on the Truro-Falmouth Maritime Line, connecting to mainline services at Truro. The following links will take you to details of the walk in Acrobat pdf format.

click on the link below to download Acrobat reader

1	Truro 1 & 2	approximately 3 miles
3	Truro to Perranwell *see amendment*	approximately 7 miles
4	Perranwell - around the village	approximately 3 miles
5	Perranwell - the mineral tramway	approximately 3 miles
6	Penryn to Perranwell	approximately 5 miles
7	Penryn to Falmouth	approximately 5 miles
8	Penmere to Penryn *see amendment*	approximately 4 miles
9	Penmere circular	approximately 5 miles

Alternatively the complete booklet (in pdf format) can be downloaded here

Tips:

• Relate the sketch map to the route description before setting out.
• Read several sentences before continuing on the walk, following one sentence at a time can create doubt.
• You will find the Ordnance Survey Explorer Map 105 (Falmouth and Mevagissey) useful.
• Wear sturdy walking shoes and suitable clothing.
• On occasions short term work may mean diversions are put in place. Please follow local
  signage if necessary.
• Please remember all public rights of way cross private land and keep to paths

Devon & Cornwall Rail Partnership | School of Geography | University of Plymouth | Plymouth PL4 8AA
Tel/Fax: 01752 233094
Email: railpart@plymouth.ac.uk.