Take a walk around Cornwall's world-class geological sites and areas of outstanding natural beauty, guided by one of Cornwall's leading geologists!
Cornwall Geologist provides guided walks around some of Cornwall's most beautiful and fascinating places to promote and educate about Cornwall’s natural history.
Enjoy a wander around the Cornish coast and countryside whilst exploring it in a way you have never done before! Learn how to read the rocks beneath our feet to tell the story of our geological history, and discover how it has shaped the landscape around us and defined Cornwall’s unique culture.
Guided walks take place regularly at different locations around Cornwall. These events are advertised below along with booking information.
Private or personalised guided walks can also be designed, depending on individual group requirements. If you are interested in booking a walk for a private group, please contact Cornwall Geologist for more information.
If you have any queries, please contact Cornwall Geologist for more information.
Geowalk locations
Upcoming Geowalks
See what others have to say about Cornwall Geowalks
"Sam is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide. An insightful and thoroughly enjoyable geowalk along this spectacular stretch of Cornish coastline. Highly recommend!"
"I highly recommend the experience. Sam is an excellent group leader. With great communication skills, his passion for geology is infectious and he is very knowledgeable about the mines."
"Amazing experience to learn about Cornish geology. Very well-organised and presented, highly recommend for other groups and students."
"Passionate, informative, superb expertise, turning what is just there as ubiquitous into a compelling narrative"
"Probably one the best tours I have ever done. Sam's passion is contagious and I learnt so much. Looking forward to the other tours offered in Cornwall!"
Private Geowalks
Fancy coming on a Geowalk that is designed around where you want to go and what you want to see? Want to experience the wonders of Cornwall's geology surrounded by your friends and family? Then a private Geowalk is exactly what you want!
Private or personalised guided walks can be designed around your individual or group requirements. If you are interested in booking a walk for a private group, please contact Cornwall Geologist for more information.
If this sounds perfect for you, but you still aren't sure what you want to see and where you want to go, click on the link below to give you some ideas. If you want any more information, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
You could also book a Corporate Cornwall Geotour - tours for professional groups around Cornwall's world-class geological sites, blended with events and activities with a Cornish twist!
Choosing the right walk for you
Whilst we are not taking part in extreme sports, parts of the Cornish coast and countryside can involve uneven footpaths and steep inclines. You need to be able to walk for the duration of the activity you are booking.
Cornwall Geologist endeavours to make activities as accessible as possible. A range of activities are offered to accommodate people of varying abilities, with each one providing the necessary accessibility information so you can make informed decisions for if it is right for you.
To help find the right walk for you to get the most enjoyment out of it, each walk is measured against the Cornwall Geologist Geowalk Difficulty Guide. This scale considers both technical difficulty (walk length, terrain, elevation) and recommended fitness and accessibility levels for each activity.
Look out for the number of Cornwall Geode logos* that represent the difficulty level of an activity, from 1 (Accessible) to 5 (Adventurer).
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To find out more information about the different levels of walks we offer, click the link below.
Dogs on Geowalks
Under the right circumstances, dogs are welcome on Cornwall Geowalks. However, this does depend on the places we visit and any local restrictions in place.
Some locations may have dog bans in place, some could be all year round or seasonal.
Some locations just aren't suitable for dogs. Rocky foreshores and steep cliffs can be dangerous for them, and the time of year may also pose a threat, especially hot days.
Some areas have livestock or include sensitive environments where dogs may disrupt wildlife and habitats. The National Trust require that dogs remain on leads where livestock may be present and during bird nesting seasons (1st March-31st July).
You will be informed in the activity briefing whether dogs are allowed or not.
If your furry friends do come along they must be kept on leads at all times, and you must ensure they will not be a disruption to others. You are responsible for picking up any dog mess they create, and ensure they are fit and capable enough of completing the walk route. They also may need drinks and snacks for the journey!
The National Trust provide information for dog owners including a rating system for acess and a code of conduct. Information on beach access can be found on the Cornwall Council website.
