National Trust Pentire

Type:National Trust Property

St. Minver, Wadebridge, Cornwall, PL27 6QY
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A group of people enjoying the view at National Trust Pentire, one on foot, one in an all terrain wheelchair and two sat on a bench

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About

Overlooking Polzeath in North Cornwall, Pentire headland remains mostly undeveloped and a coastal escape for visitors. Footpaths, including several accessible routes, criss-cross the headland offering spectacular views of the coast and countryside. Remnants of Iron Age ramparts can be seen at the Rumps and the scars of lead and silver mining are etched over the headland.

A restored, accessible sensory orchard provides the perfect place for picnics and play. An all terrain mobility scooter is available for hire in partnership with Countryside Mobility.

Today we are farming for the benefit of nature, supporting the abundance of wildflowers and a variety of wildlife and birds that have made Pentire their home.

Access:

Fully fitted Changing Places, accessible any time with a RADAR key or speak with a member of staff. 

Seating available throughout for visitors with limited mobility – there is seating in the main courtyard and welcome building for the café. There are also wheelchair accessible picnic tables. There is also seating in the orchard and sporadically around the headland.

A ‘Tramper’ mobility scooter is available to hire in partnership with Countryside Mobility. Please email pentire@nationaltrust.org.uk to enquire about availability and to book. Users must be a member of Countryside Mobility for insurance purposes. The cost of membership is £2.50 for a 2 week taster session or £10 for a year.

There are numerous accessible paths, including to the orchard and wider headland. Please speak with someone from the Welcome Team for more information about routes available or email us ahead of your visit.

Please Read our Accessibility Statement for more information. 

 

Guide Prices

Entry is free, but car park charges apply
National Trust members and Blue Badge holders park for free. Members please scan for a ticket.

Parking charges
£2.50 up to 1hr
£5 up to 4hrs
£9 all day
The pay and display machines only accept cash (no notes), and exact change is needed. You can also pay using JustPark (location code: 80647).
Electric vehicle charging point
Four 11kw electric vehicle charging points are available in the main car park at Pentireglaze. Chargers can be accessed using mobile app, RFID card, or contactless payment device. Visit the EV charging provider RAW Charging’s website (www.rawcharging.com/drivers) to download the app in advance of your visit.

Facilities

Accessibility - Food and Drink

  • Dietary requirements catered for - A selection of food is offered for a range of dietary requirements. 
  • Quieter table  - A table located in a quieter area is available, where noise is minimised. 
  • Table service as standard or on request   - Table service is available as standard or on request. 
  • Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet - There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.  

Accessibility - General

  • Additional detailed accessibility information:
  • Assistive listening system - There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop.   
  • Changing Places toilet - There is a Changing Places toilet, which includes an adult size changing bench, toilet, sink and hoist.  
  • Disability awareness / equality training - Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff. 
  • Emergency alarm with flashing lights - There is an emergency alarm with flashing lights, to alert deaf guests to a fire or other emergency scenario. 
  • Enclosed outdoor area - There is an enclosed outdoor area for customer use. 
  • Facilities for assistance dogs - Facilities are available for assistance dogs e.g. water bowls, toilet area, within the grounds of the venue or nearby. 
  • Single-level - The venue is all on one level, with no steps or raised thresholds. 
  • Step-free access to all or most areas - There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available. 
  • Step-free entrance - There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift. 
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas - A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas. 
  • Wheelchair-accessible viewing area - A wheelchair-accessible viewing area with step-free access is available providing an optimal vantage-point to view performances, presentations or activities. 

Accessibility - Parking

  • Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable.
  • Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance - There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance. 

Catering

  • Café
  • On-Site cafe/restaurant/catering
  • Picnic area

Children & Infants

  • Baby changing facilities

Establishment Features

  • Dogs Accepted
  • Public toilets

Key Features

  • Smoking Areas Available - outdoors

Parking & Transport

  • Coach Parking
  • Off site parking
  • On site parking
  • Parking (charge)
  • Parking (free) - For Blue Badge holders and National Trust members.

Payment Methods

  • Cash Accepted
  • Credit cards accepted (no fee) - At Cafe but coin only for the pay and display machines.
  • Groups Accepted

Map & Directions

Road Directions

Leave A30 at Bodmin and join A389 to Wadebridge. At Wadebridge take B3314 signed Polzeath, then follow brown tourist signs to Pentire in the direction of New Polzeath. Sat Nav PL27 6QY.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest train station is at Bodmin. Go Cornwall bus service number 10 (Wadebridge to Camelford), stops at Polzeath. Pentire is about a 25 minute walk across or above Polzeath beach.

Opening Times

* Opening times -

1st January – 31st December
Monday-Sunday
Dawn-dusk

Pentyr Café
1st January – 20th March
Friday-Sunday
10am-3pm

21st March – 1st November*
Monday-Sunday
10am-4pm

2nd November – 31st December *
Friday-Sunday
10am-3pm

*please check website for February half-term and Christmas opening