(S) Follow the designated footpath at the top of the hill
(1) The views around and down the estuary
(2) Maplas, a small estuarial hamlet
(E) Return to the start
Boscawen Circular
A short walk leading from Boscawen Park, following a designated footpath through field and wooded area, leading to a track and country road. Descending into the estuarial hamlet of Maplas, following the river upstream to the start
Details
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 3.87 km -
Average duration: 1h 20 -
Difficulty: Easy -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 80 m -
Descent: - 77 m -
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Highest point: 74 m -
Lowest point: 4 m
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Country:
United Kingdom
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District:
Truro -
Start/End: N 50.253269° / W 5.037786° -
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Description of the walk
Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 10 m - Boscowen
- 1 : km 1.39 - alt. 74 m - Top of the hill
- 2 : km 2.02 - alt. 13 m - Maplas
- S/E : km 3.87 - alt. 10 m - Boscowen
Notes
The initial path up and the descent down into Maplas can become slippery when wet, care needed.
The road between Maplas and Boscawen is not normally busy, so ensure the highway code is followed.
Worth a visit
- Boscawen Park
- Public toilets (not confirmed opening times)
- Cafe ( can become busy )
- Truro City Centre is approximately 1 mile away with bus routes
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