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Wadebridge to Boscarne: Camel Valley Railway Walk

Cornwall

Distance
9.7 mi
Est. time
4h 20m
Difficulty
Medium
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About this walk

Follow the inland Camel Trail from Wadebridge to Boscarne Junction and return along the same route. The old railway formation leads through the wooded Camel Valley, with river views, the remains of Grogley Halt and the heritage railway at the far end. This is a substantial half-day walk on a largely level, maintained shared trail.

Start at the pedestrian exit of Egloshayle Playing Fields pay-and-display car park, off Egloshayle Road, PL27 7BY. Use the short footpath to Anneka’s Bridge, cross into Jubilee Fields and turn left along the riverside path. At Guineaport Road, take care at the short road connection and join the Camel Trail signed towards Bodmin. Follow the main trail over the River Camel near Pendavey, beneath the stone bridge at Polbrock and through Grogley. Cross the lane at Nanstallon carefully through the trail gates, then continue to the trail beside Boscarne Junction station. Turn here and retrace the same trail and pedestrian bridge to the car park. Stay on the public trail; do not use the railway tracks or unofficial riverbank shortcuts.

Allow about 4 hours 20 minutes for the 15.6 km return walk, including brief pauses. The trail is shared with cyclists and occasionally horses. Keep dogs close and under control, leave room for passing users and close gates. Gravel and compacted surfaces can hold puddles after rain. Pay for sufficient parking time and check the signs on arrival. Toilets are available in Wadebridge; Boscarne station has no toilets. Refreshments near Nanstallon and heritage trains depend on opening times and the current railway timetable. Carry water and a snack.

Route and access checked against Cornwall Council’s Camel Trail map, Wadebridge Town Council’s public park and bridge information, and Bodmin Railway’s Boscarne access guidance. Check local notices before setting out.

Walk details

County
Cornwall
Main location
Wadebridge
Nearby town
Wadebridge
Walk type
Out & back
Category
Countryside
Distance
9.7 mi (15.6 km)
Est. time
4h 20m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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