Connor Down, the Hydraulic Ram, and Angarrack

(S/E) Starting at the bus stop opposite the 'Turnpike Inn', head West, turning left into Blacksmiths Lane (South), through a farm gate, and continue to another gate opening onto Angarrack Lane. Continue straight across, through another gate, where the path becomes more of an old farm track. Look out for: after 300m approx, it gets a little 'woody', trees and bushes. This was the old mining Railway line. Continue on the track to the current London to Penzance railway bridge.

(1) From the bridge, continue down the hill. Near the bottom of the hill, the track will turn right, but continue on to the stream at the bottom.

(2) At the stream slightly to the left, there is a fence, standing by the wire fence, and looking upstream. There is a small brick hut by the water's edge. Listen and hear the click of the Hydraulic Ram (B). Returning up the track, and left along, following the designated route, passing an abandoned hamlet of 'Coldharbour' to a double stile and gate.
Note: At the time of this walk, there were notices - Beware of the Bull - there was a fence.

(3) Continue through another gate, back to the track, leading to a farm, and the village of Angarrack (C). The track leads onto a road, turn right, staying on the access road to the viaduct.

(4) Staying on this to (5), or Option: take the path left, and down into the village, turn right at the bottom, continue to the road junction, turning right again up the hill to (5). (Refreshments at the local inn are optional).

(5) Turn right, walking up 'Steamers Hill', this was the original road track from Redruth to Penzance. Approaching near the top. Look out for: an old milestone -Penzance 10, Lands End 20, after the speed signs and at the large trees, into a dwelling. This is where the old railway line crossed to the incline (D).

(6) Continue along the lane to the next gated track on the left, which was known locally as 'Slug Lane', probably something to do with the adjacent farmer's field and what was grown there. Turn left and follow 'Slug Lane'.

(7) Turn right and up Connor Hill and Turnpike Road, to the start (E).

This walk is across uneven ground, with divots, raised stones that may be slippery; ensure suitable footwear. Consider clothing appropriate for the season. Hydrate along the route and consider a snack.

Start: The start point of this walk is at a Bus Stop on the main Turnpike Road, Connor Down.

Transport: Timings of the buses should be confirmed, allowing for the return trip. The "T1" timetable

Parking: Vehicle parking, this would be on-street parking, where available.

Refreshments: There is a Public house in Angarrack and the Turnpike Inn, opposite the start, and a convenience store at the garage.

Accessibility: There are stiles, farm gates, and "kissing gates" along the route.

Note: Ensure that the highway code is followed and that dogs are kept under control.

• The Turnpike Inn - where tolls were collected for using the road.
• "A" Old mining Rail line, Copper and Tin Ore from the mine were transported to the harbour at Hayle.
• (B) The Hydraulic Ram - Seeing it written on an Ordnance Survey map, the curiosity had to be satisfied.
• (C) Angarrack - The Christmas lights are worth seeing.
• (D) Steamers Hill (the old rail incline) - The Ore carriages were wheeled up and down an incline originally by horses, then replaced by a steam engine. The hill got its name from the old steam engine.