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Cornwall Adventure Sports & Activities
Cornwall is a Mecca for adrenalin-seekers and there are numerous ways to enjoy thrilling activities while getting to see the county’s beautiful countryside and coastline at the same time.
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BEST OF CORNWALL 2020
Whether you love surfing the waves of the Atlantic Ocean, climbing the steep granite
cliffs, zooming along the shores in a kite buggy, or descending a rocky winding trail
on a mountain bike, Cornwall offers plenty of adventure sports and activities for any
age and any level. Plan a day out at one of our fun-packed adventure centres or try
out a new sport with a qualified instructor and release the fear!
On the following pages we have some of the best adventure sports and activities that
Cornwall has to offer:
Land-Based Adventures
ABSEILING
Abseiling originates from the German world abseilen which translates into “to rope down” and the
activity involves the controlled descent down a cliff or rock face using a rope. The climber wears a
safety harness and uses the rope to climb down cliffs or slopes that are too dangerous to descend
any other way.
With its soaring granite and slate
cliffs that tower over the crashing
waves of the Atlantic Ocean
or miles of golden soft sand
beaches, Cornwall offers plenty
of abseiling opportunities, for
beginners, to the more advanced
and adventurous climbers.
Bodmin Moor, Carn Brea Quarry,
and Cardinham Woods provide
fantastic spots for inland abseiling and both the north and south coasts offer dramatic descents with
breathtaking views of Cornwall’s famous seascapes.
ARCHERY
Dating back to 25,000BC, archery has been used throughout history for hunting and fighting but in
modern times, this activity has become a recreational sport.
Explore the ancient art of archery in Cornwall, home to some of the UK’s most historical castles and
sites that were once the settings of bow and arrow combat. Learn how to aim and fire the bow within
gorgeous natural landscapes in the Cornish countryside.
The activity is suitable for all ages and there are plenty of centres that offer archery tuition
and sessions.
BLOKARTING
A Blokart is a small three-wheel
cart powered by a sail. Blokarts
are fun, fast and safe and can
be used in any open space by
children and adults.
With several long and flat
beaches, Cornwall offers the
perfect terrain for this exciting
sport as the wind that blows off
the Atlantic Ocean propels these
three-wheeled karts along the shoreline. Beaches in Gwithian, Perranporth and Watergate Bay offer
ideal conditions for the sport.
You are strapped into the seat where you can control the direction of the kart with a single hand
controlled sail that is steered by a hand tiller bar. All you need is the wind to get you going. The
activity can also be carried out on airfields, large car parks and sports areas and is suitable for
children and adults.
CYCLING
Though not technically an adventure sport,
cycling is a very popular sport in Cornwall
and with so many trails to choose from,
what better way to take in the local sights
than hopping on a bike and doing your bit
for the environment?
The diverse landscapes of Cornwall make
it a great place to cycle, from woodland
areas inland, to coastal paths along the
dramatic granite cliffs.
The Camel Trail is the most well-known recreational trail in Cornwall and is suitable for children and
adults, and cyclists of all abilities. Follow the trail as it runs alongside a disused railway line between
Wenfordbridge, Bodmin, Wadebridge and Padstow.
The 18-mile trails offers views of the beautiful Camel Estuary and there are plenty of opportunities to
stop off at and visit local shops, pubs and attractions along the way.
Popular cycling trails in Cornwall include the Cornish Trail Multi-Way Trails, Mineral Tramway Heritage
Project, First and Last Trail, Engine House Trail, Coast and Clay Trail, the North Cornwall Trail, St, Piran
Trail, Saint’s Way, Wheal Peevor Mine Trail and the Goss Moor Trail.
GO KARTING / QUAD BIKING
If you fancy yourself as a Formula
One driver, and you need to get
some practice in, try out one
of the go-karting centres in
Cornwall.
Test your driving skills in real
races as you zoom around all
weather tracks in four-stroke
engine karts and experience this
adrenalin-pumping thrill.
Go-karting is a fantastic activity for both adults and children and the circuit centres in Cornwall offer
a drive with a view due to their countryside locations.
St Eval Karting Racing Circuit offers a huge outdoor 1.2km track and caters for anyone over the
age of seven, including groups of any size. The all-weather track is the largest in Cornwall and the
modern karts range from 8mph limits up to 70mph limits. Visitors can buy refreshments and there is
a spectator area.
Kartworld has an 800m track and a 100m infant’s track, making it a great day out for the family.
The karts range from 15 mph limits to 40 mph limits and there are coin operated karts for children
under six years old. The centre offers facilities including a restaurant, picnic area and an area
for spectators.
HORSE RIDING
Gallop across the moors, canter along
the sandy shores or trot along the
bridleways of Cornwall on horseback
and discover Cornwall from a different
perspective.
Whether you are a beginner or an
advanced rider, there are plenty of trails
to choose from to take in the views.
Trek along the coastline, estuaries, or
woodlands with family and friends and
enjoy a fun day out.
Cornwall is home to many stables and
riding schools and you can choose from
lessons or guided tours within scenic surroundings.
KITE BUGGYING & KITE LANDBOARDING
With a huge selection of flat, long and wide beaches to choose from, Cornwall is the perfect place to
enjoy kite buggying and kite landboarding.
Kite buggies are light purpose-built kart vehicles that are powered by traction kites (power kites).
Kite landboarding is designed for freestyle and performance riding. The rider’s feet are strapped into
bindings on a board, and like wakeboarding it’s all about the jumps, turns and board grabs as you are