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Why it's Wildland
7.1A short, steep climb to a 175 m summit, where the National Trust trail combines far-reaching Cornish views with traces of prehistoric archaeology and mining history.
Trencrom Hill earns its place through the combination of a rewarding summit view and visible layers of human history. The National Trust’s short circular route gives visitors a practical way to reach the top and spot details beyond the panorama.
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The experience
Take the National Trust’s 1-mile circular trail from the car park, climbing to the summit for the views and looking out for drilled holes in summit boulders and traces of mining on the return. The route is short but steep and uneven.
Things to do
Walk the summit circuit
Follow the National Trust’s circular trail from Trencrom Hill car park, climbing to the summit and returning by track.
30 minutes listed for the trail
Take in the summit views
From the top, the National Trust trail describes views stretching across North Cornwall to Godrevy and towards Rosewall Hill.
Look for the drilled summit boulders
The National Trust identifies holes drilled by Victorian miners and records their use in Midsummer’s Day celebrations, when celebrants filled them with gunpowder and lit the fuses.
Notice traces of mining on the descent
The National Trust trail advises looking for traces of mining history, including shafts, on the way back to the car park.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · About 30 minutes for the 1-mile (1.6 km) trail; allow extra time for stops.
Quick Escape: climb to the summit
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Start at Trencrom Hill car park.
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Follow the National Trust trail west towards Badger’s Croft, then take the path on the right skirting the hill.
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Climb to the summit from the north and pause for the views.
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Follow the track back to the car park, looking for traces of mining.
Half day · A half-day outing; exact timings beyond the hill trail are not established in the supplied sources.
Make a half day of it: hill trail and Godolphin
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Walk the National Trust’s 1-mile circular trail at Trencrom Hill, taking time to look at the summit boulders and the views.
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If you want to extend the outing, pair it with a visit to Godolphin; the National Trust describes the two places as about a 20-minute drive apart.
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Check Godolphin’s current access and visitor information before setting out.
Verified history
The National Trust trail identifies prehistoric archaeology on the route and mining traces, including shafts, on the return. It also says holes in summit boulders were drilled by Victorian miners and used in Midsummer’s Day celebrations: celebrants filled them with gunpowder and lit the fuses.
Hidden details
Holes in the summit boulders — Look for drilled holes in the summit boulders. The National Trust links them to Victorian mining and Midsummer’s Day gunpowder celebrations.
Mining traces on the return — The National Trust trail specifically suggests looking for traces of mining, such as shafts, on the way back down.
When to go
· No preferred time of day is established by the supplied sources. Choose a clear day for the views and check conditions before visiting.
The sources do not identify a best season. The summit’s long views are most useful in clear conditions.
The summit is exposed and the route has steep inclines and uneven natural surfaces. Check the forecast and wear suitable footwear; these are practical precautions based on the documented terrain.
Worth pairing with
Godolphin
The National Trust suggests combining Trencrom Hill with Godolphin, about a 20-minute drive away. Check current visitor information before planning the visit.
What to look for
At the summit, look for holes in the boulders. The National Trust says miners drilled them in Victorian times and that celebrants filled them with gunpowder and lit the fuses on Midsummer’s Day. On the return, look for traces of mining such as shafts.
The story
Prehistoric archaeology and mining history
Best time to go
No specific best season is established in the supplied sources. Clear weather is useful for the far-reaching views; check conditions before setting out.
Choose a clear day if the views are the priority. The supplied sources do not identify a particular season or time of day as best.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Walkers · Photographers · History lovers
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Listed hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Practical information
Opening & access
The National Trust describes a 1-mile (1.6 km) circular trail from Trencrom Hill car park to the summit and back. It is an undulating route with steep inclines and uneven natural-surface paths. Check current access and parking arrangements before travelling.
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Parking
National Trust trail information gives Trencrom Hill car park as the start point and lists a car park facility. Confirm availability and any current arrangements before visiting.
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Dogs
Dogs are welcome under close control. The National Trust notes that paths pass through areas where livestock graze; pick up dog waste.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible according to the source-row accessibility information. The National Trust describes steep inclines and uneven natural surfaces and says the trail is likely to be very challenging for walkers with reduced mobility.
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Around Trencrom Hill
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
