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This past fall, I went on one of my favorite hikes of all time along the coast of Cornwall. Now if you haven’t been to Cornwall, you can’t really imagine the magic that is the Cornish coast. It feels distinct from the rest of England.

As an American, I think of it as a mix of Maine fishing villages, Northern California coastline, and all the charm of the English countryside. In other words, it’s heaven.

Here’s a glimpse into the hike that stole my heart, including what to pack, where to go, and — of course — where to grab the perfect post-hike pint.

If you’re planning a trip out to St. Ives — or anywhere within driving distance — I highly recommend this hike. Be warned: it’s a bit more rocky than your average country stroll and can get a bit muddy at times. (But this is the UK we’re talking about so you probably already expect this.)

The details 🗺️

• The location: St. Ives to Zennor (P.S. here’s the AllTrails link — though we recommend just doing half of the loop and camping out at the pub afterword. It’s not all work play around here.)

• The distance: 6 miles

• Time to complete: Roughly 4 hours. Though we were going at a very leisurley pace and stopping to take it all in frequently. It was too pretty not too!

• Ending point: The Tinner’s Arms (The most rewarding part! More on that below.)

• What you’ll see: Jaw-dropping cliffside views, playful seals near “Seal Island,” and lush green fields that feel like stepping back in time.

• What to pack: Sturdy waterproof boots (this isn’t your average stroll!), camera or phone for photos (be warned you won’t have service for much of the hike), binoculars for seal-spotting, and layers — it’s Cornwall, after all.

You truly can’t put into words how stunning the coast is the entire way, but I’ll share some photos below so you can get a glimpse.

The rewarding pint: The Tinner’s Arms 🍺

There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a good pint after a demanding hike. And getting to The Tinner’s Arms is so worth it.

It’s as picturesque as pubs come. Nestled in the quaint village of Zennor, it’s everything you’d hope for — low-beamed ceilings, roaring fireplaces, and the kind of terrace that begs you to linger in the sun.

The walk to the pub from the coast alone is like out of a storybook, a step back in time. We went on Sunday (highly recommend!) so that we could go for a Sunday roast, too. Double reward.

Luckily it was sunny and warm the day we were there, so we got to sit outside on the terrace and soak it all in. But if the weather is less ideal, the pub is just as cute and cozy inside as well.

One thing to know before you go: if you just complete half the loop you’ll have to take a taxi back to St. Ives. But the pub has some local contacts that you can call and it cost us about 20 pounds.

P.S. if you missed it, we shared the dreamiest cottage listing in the Cotswolds this week — plus some travel tips for Burford if you’re looking for some new villages to visit.

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