Discover famous Poldark filming locations (and some hidden gems) on a 2 day private tour of Cornwall complete with a local guide. Explore iconic filming sites From Kynance Cove on the Lizard Peninsula, to Pemberth & Porthgwarra near Land’s End, St Breward on Bodmin Moor, Holywell on the North Coast Bay and Charlestown Harbour on the South Coast.
Step back in time at this picturesque 18th-century port, famously featured as Truro and Falmouth in Poldark.
Marvel at the dramatic cliffs and iconic engine houses that brought Nampara Valley and Wheal Grace to life on screen.
Cornwall’s famous beach is the opening sequence of series two, as well as being the setting for when Ross Poldark is marched towards Truro jail.
Many scenes were filmed at Porthgwarra, including the pilchard fishing scene and the infamous scene of Ross taking a dip.
Accommodation pick up and drop off in our luxury minibus
Includes optional scenic coastal walks with accessible options
Fequent photo stops and Free digital photo album download
Traditional pasty lunch & Cream Tea* Complimentary cold drinks
Adaptable route and flexible timings to suit you
Tickets for attractions and can be booked in advance or PAYG*
Per 6 passengers
Includes your personal tour guide/driver with pick up & drop off from anywhere in Cornwall.
*Entrance for attractions is not included. Pre-book or PAYG (not essential to enjoy the packed itinerary).
Complimentary cold drinks provided on the tour bus
*Optional traditional pasty lunch & Cornish cream tea
We are happy to help with local accommodation recommendations if required.
Nick is a local guide with a passion for the paddlesports, photography and all things outdoors. He never gets tired of exploring Cornwall and showing visitors some of our hidden gems that other locals want to keep a secret!
One of Cornwall’s most famous beaches, it is the opening sequence of series two, as well as being the setting for when Ross Poldark is marched towards Truro jail, having just been apprehended at St Agnes Head.
The wild qualities of this windswept headland and wild-flower strewn cliffs between Kynance and Mullion provided the location for many of Poldark’s charges on horseback.
Gunwalloe, was the setting in series one for the night time shipwreck scene, reliving Cornwall’s smuggling past. It is also home to Dr Dwight’s most cliff top cottage.
Levant Mine, which doubles up as Tressiders Rolling Mill in Poldark, is part of Cornwall and West Devon Mining World Heritage Site. It’s the only Cornish beam engine anywhere in the world that is still in steam on its original site
The Wheal Owles and the Crowns engine houses that double for Wheal Leisure are situated in Botallack near St Just.
Many scenes in the BBC drama series Poldark were filmed at Porthgwarra Beach, including the pilchard fishing scene and the infamous scene of Ross taking a dip.
With its white shell beach washed by a turquoise sea and rugged cliffs, it's easy to see why Porthcurno was chosen to play Nampara Cove in series one of Poldark.
The West Cornwall fishing hamlet of Penberth doubles as the village where Rosina, Drake and Sam live.
We visit the picturesque 18th-century port near St Austell, renowned for its traditional charm and historic harbour, featured in Poldark as Truro and Falmouth, whilst the beach doubled as St Mary's on the Isles of Scilly.
Minions, the highest village in Cornwall, sits on the wild and atmospheric Bodmin Moor, famed for its ancient stone circles, historic mining engine houses, and iconic Cheesewring. This timeless landscape features prominently in Poldark, serving as the home to the miners’ cottages and dramatic horseback scenes, including Ross and Demelza’s fateful meeting at a lonely crossroads.
St Breward, a charming village on Bodmin Moor, is home to Cornwall’s highest church and served as a key location in Poldark. This dramatic setting provided the backdrop for Ross Poldark’s cottage, Nampara, and Dwight Enys’s cottage in series two, with its rugged beauty perfectly capturing the spirit of the iconic series.
Bodmin Jail, an imposing 18th-century prison steeped in history and legend, served as the grim setting for Jim Carter's incarceration in Poldark Series 1. This harrowing storyline, depicting Ross Poldark's farmhand suffering under the jail’s dire conditions, echoes the prison's real-life reputation as a place of hardship and executions. Today, visitors can explore its eerie museum, learn about its haunted past, and even view the infamous "execution pit."
Park Head, near Porthcothan, offers breathtaking clifftop views above the dramatic Bedruthan Steps, with its iconic sea stacks rising from the crashing waves. This stunning location, also celebrated for its "dark sky discovery" status, served as a memorable backdrop in Poldark Series 2, featuring Ross galloping on horseback along the grassy cliffs and Demelza walking alone with the striking scenery behind her.
St Agnes Head, with its dramatic cliffs and iconic engine houses, including the famed Wheal Coates, provided the breathtaking backdrop for many horseback scenes in Poldark. This rugged stretch of Cornwall's north coast, near Perranporth—the home of Poldark author Winston Graham—brought Nampara Valley to life on screen. From Ross galloping along cliff edges to the backdrop of Wheal Coates standing in as Wheal Grace, this location perfectly captures the spirit of the series and offers visitors stunning panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean.
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Our Luxury VW Transporter is licenced to carry 8 passengers on our private sightseeing tours.
Our one-day tours typically run for 8 hours but may be longer depending on pick-up location and seasonal traffic.
We recommend bringing a raincoat, suitable footwear for the coast path and a little spending money.
Don’t worry Cornwall is still beautiful in the rain! We will adapt the tour to ensure it doesn’t affect your enjoyment of the day.
The tour bus is not wheelchair adapted but can easily store wheelchairs and buggies in the large boot. We will adapt tours to suit guests with limited mobility. Please contact us to discuss your options before booking.
Not all tours would be suitable for dogs. Please contact us to discuss your options before booking.
Tours can be amended (subject to availability) or cancelled any time up to 14 days before your tour date.
Cancellations after this date are charged at 80% of the full price. We recommend that guests have suitable travel insurance to cover unexpected late cancellations.
In the unlikely event that your tour is cancelled by us, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
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