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Carn Brea Castle – Carn Marth Quarry Pool loop from Lanner

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Carn Brea Castle – Carn Marth Quarry Pool loop from Lanner

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Carn Brea Castle – Carn Marth Quarry Pool loop from Lanner

01:36

18.6km

380m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 6.47 km for 230 m

After 8.37 km for 418 m

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5.76 km

Carn Marth and Hick's Quarry Pool

Highlight • Viewpoint

From the top of Carn Marth at 755 feet (230 m), there are incredible views over the rural countryside of inland Cornwall. With a rich history from mining and quarrying, …

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5.85 km

Carn Marth Summit and Quarries

Highlight • Structure

Running up here to the summit of Carn Marth will reward you with beautiful views across rural Cornwall.

This area is filled with reminders of the county's industrial past and …

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12.5 km

Carn Brea Castle

Highlight • Restaurant

Originally built in the 14th century and turned into a hunting lodge in the 18th, Carn Brea is as astounding castle with a fantastic position. Just south west of Redruth, …

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12.9 km

Carn Brea Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

There's a great network of gravel trails across Carn Brea, which are a mixture of bridleways and footpaths, so best to check before you ride.

At the top, the Carn …

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17.1 km

Just south east of Redruth, Carn Marth hill has a summit reaching 771 feet (235 m). Once heavily quarried for granite, there's a large pool near the top which can be eerie in cloud and stunning sunshine.

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18.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.1 km

3.20 km

883 m

843 m

384 m

185 m

Surfaces

10.5 km

4.16 km

1.78 km

1.43 km

725 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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Carn Brea Castle – Carn Marth Quarry Pool loop from Lanner

Hick's Quarry

Carn Marth and Hick's Quarry Pool

Carn Marth Summit and Quarries

Carn Brea Castle

Carn Brea Castle

Carn Marth Quarry Pool

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