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South West England

Giant's Head Sculpture – The Lost Gardens of Heligan loop from Mevagissey

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South West England

Giant's Head Sculpture – The Lost Gardens of Heligan loop from Mevagissey

Moderate

4.7

(12)

270

hikers

Giant's Head Sculpture – The Lost Gardens of Heligan loop from Mevagissey

02:30

9.05km

160m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 4.76 km for 146 m

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After 5.21 km for 487 m

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After 5.79 km for 241 m

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Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

3.08 km

Giant's Head Sculpture

Highlight • Structure

A fun statue of a troll

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2

3.09 km

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

Highlight • Natural

The jungle

The Lost Gardens of Heligan is one of the most famous gardens in England. It is located eight kilometers south of St Austell near Mevagissey in Cornwall. Originally …

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3

3.31 km

Mud Maid

Highlight • Natural

Don't steal her heart or you'll have a lava monster on your hands

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4

4.11 km

Wishing Tree with Coins

Highlight • Natural

5

4.76 km

Fern Gully

Highlight • Forest

Truly a magical place, and thankfully no Tim Curry singing a weird song

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6

4.91 km

Rope bridge in Cornwall National Landscape

Highlight • Bridge

If king Charles can go across it then anyone can

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7

4.92 km

Suspension Bridge at the Lost Gardens of Heligan

Highlight • Bridge

8

5.45 km

The Steward's House

Highlight • Pub

Great place for a drink, but check out the tree inside

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B

9.05 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.76 km

2.63 km

400 m

265 m

Surfaces

5.21 km

1.59 km

965 m

756 m

510 m

< 100 m

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