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This guide leads you on 28 adventures into Cornwall's magical and ancient landscape, each combining a walk with a wild swim. Discover secret coves and tiny harbours, and dive into emerald creeks and sparkling seas.

With photographs and practical guidance, and plenty of local history and legend, it suits wild swimmers, family explorers, nature lovers and walkers alike. Always check the tides and conditions, and swim within your ability.

Walk, then swimEvery route leads to a place to swim, from coves to creeks.
Stories along the wayLocal history and legend bring the places to life.
For families tooIt appeals to family explorers as well as keen swimmers and walkers.

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Product typeWild swimming and walking guide
AuthorsMatt Newbury and Sophie Pierce
PublisherWild Things Publishing
FormatPaperback
Adventures28, in Cornwall
InsidePhotographs, practical guidance, local history and legend
SKULD-58291

Good overall

Good coastal look not tacky.
George Lewis · 19 Sept 2026

Lovely

Brilliant service and a lovely product.
Chloe Khan · 19 Jul 2026

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