LIFETIME of WALKS by DEREK HARWOOD

South West Coastal Path No. 29              Total 301 miles

Time Taken:    Distance:   Enjoyment:    Weather:  
 unknown           7.5 miles       90%             Dull then Rain

Temp:     Cloud:     Rain:    Visibility:    Ground Conditions:  
  19oC        95%       Little      Good          Good                 

Points of Interest:
Kynance             Gull Rock           Lizzard Lighthouse
Housel Cove      Bass Point        Lifeboat Station   
Kuggar                Cadgwith          Whale Rock

General:
Parked car in campsite at Kuggar and cycled to Kynance Cove the 
national trust car park. Undulating walk along the rocky clifts to Lands 
End. The dull weather more than compensated by the excellent scenery. 
Good view of the lighthouse after turning  lizard point. Past the most 
southerly house, shop & café on the mainland, after a quick visit for a 
fridge magnet. Round the point to find the sea much calmer on the 
easterly side. So calm it was easy to see the seals swimming just 
offshore. Path very busy at times, not only a whole class of youngsters 
with their teacher, but also lots of couples & family. Walked this section 
as part of AA walk. Remembered to Devil's Frying Pan, but forgot the 
lifeboat station. Weather slowly improved during the morning, an 
occasional glimpse of the sun enhancing the magical scenery of the 
steep cliffs. More undulating terrain, path rarely level, always walking 
uphill or downhill. Fortunately this section of the path has the highest  
concentration of benches since Minehead. Plenty of opportunities to 
take a 'breather' and enjoy the peace & tranquillity of the wonderful 
scenery. Plenty of excellent viewing spots despite the overgrown path 
in many places. In contrast, the path had recently been cleared of flora 
in many places. Passed the time of day  with one young chap making 
a good job clearing the way. Lots of German tourists on the path, they 
are always keen to practise their English on me as they passed. Fellow 
walkers are always friendly and willing to explain the terrain they have 
just passed. Some wall stiles are step with slippery stones. Always a 
good idea  for your friend or mate to steady each other or if alone to  
use the walking stick as a study third leg. Plenty of refreshments  
available at the attractive coastal village of Cadgwith . One cottage 
garden, on descent into the village had a multitude of brightly coloured 
flowers, extending up & down the path for many twists & turns. Surprised
 to see a golf course just before to road to Kuggar. No way signs to be 
found so perhaps, I had strayed from the official path again. Another 
ascent up the Kuggar road back to the car at the campsite.