Stop for coffee and cake at the Stables café and explore the walled garden. The route crosses the half mile shingle ‘Loe Bar’ where you can wonder at this geographical oddity. Originally the mouth of the River Cober which led to a harbour in Helston, by the 13th century the bar had cut Helston off from the sea and formed the pool. On the headland by the bar lies the memorial cross of HMS ANSON serving as a perpetual reminder of the tragic loss of over 100 souls as the ship floundered on the bar in December 1807. As you circumnavigate the impressive pool, be sure to look out for the amazing wildlife including herons and swans.

The track is all off-road and goes through the beautiful National Trust Penrose Estate and around Loe Pool, Cornwall’s largest natural freshwater lake. At the wonder of Loe Bar, use the bridal to headwest to Porthleven harbour with stunning sea views towards Penzance. Arriving at Porthleven you can take a well-earned rest on the beach and of course refuel at the many eateries and pubs, before enjoying the beautiful ride back.

 The ride starts from Helston Boating Lake and follows the Penrose Estate path through lovely woodland alongside Loe Pool, Cornwall’s largest natural freshwater lake. Arriving at the sea and the impressive shingle bank, Loe Bar, take the route up to Chyvarloe carpark and a short cycle on the road to Gunwalloe. There are some narrow path sections in places and some climbs but the beach and the fantastic Halzephron Inn make the effort well worth it, where you can stop for lunch and enjoy the views before heading back.