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Playing In Nature
Foster a Love for Nature & Travel Blog
Playing In Nature is a passion project blog of mine. That is focused on inspiring other families to disconnect from their daily lives and foster a love for nature. My blog shares a variety of blog posts and guides to help your family get outdoors and plan your trips safely as well as some travel destinations in and around the UK.
I hope that through my tips and resources we all can inspire other families to foster a love for nature in themselves and their children too. Let’s start a generation trend of loving, caring for and respecting Mother Nature.
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Namaste, I'm Charmaine Howard
I'm the storyteller behind Playing In Nature. I am a wife, business owner, fur baby mother and an absolute fanatic about Nature and treating her respectfully. Through my blog, I hope to help families of all ages foster a deep love and respect for Mother Nature, and inspire families to spend more time outdoors or just connect to it as best as they can.
I absolutely love permaculture and holistic land management and what they stand for and do when implemented correctly and fully. My goal is to share my love of nature with you, give you tips, and guides and increase your nature knowledge.
I am currently based in the UK, living in a caravan with my husband and fur baby. We are traversing the whole of the UK, with Scotland, Ireland and hopefully the Isle of man as well. Such Fun!
St Ives to Zennor – A Classic Coastal Walk for Two
The walk from St Ives to Zennor is one of Cornwall’s most celebrated coastal routes — and for good reason. Dramatic cliffs, sweeping sea views, and long stretches of quiet path make it especially rewarding for couples who enjoy shared experiences in nature.
This route follows the South West Coast Path, weaving along rugged headlands where the Atlantic stretches endlessly ahead. While the full walk is challenging, many couples choose to complete it in sections, allowing time to pause, rest, and enjoy the journey together.
What Makes This Walk Special
Unlike shorter coastal paths, this route offers a true sense of escape. The space between St Ives and Zennor feels wild and open, with few buildings and plenty of uninterrupted scenery.
Along the way, you’ll encounter rocky coves far below, seabirds gliding on the wind, and moments of complete stillness where it feels as though the world has slowed to match your pace.
Walking at Your Own Pace
You don’t need to rush this walk. Many couples enjoy walking one direction and returning by bus, or completing just a section before turning back. The experience is less about reaching Zennor and more about the time spent along the path.
Zennor itself is a charming endpoint, with a traditional pub and quiet village atmosphere that feels wonderfully removed from modern life.
Practical Information
Location: St Ives to Zennor, West Cornwall
Distance: Approx. 6 miles (one way)
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
Best time: Late spring to early autumn
Facilities: Limited along route
Top Tips for Couples & Solo Walkers
Walk a section rather than the full route if preferred
Start early for quieter paths
Pack water and snacks
Wear sturdy footwear
Plan transport in advance
Conclusion
The St Ives to Zennor walk is a shared experience that stays with you. Wild, beautiful, and quietly powerful, it’s perfect for couples who enjoy meaningful time outdoors and the feeling of walking somewhere truly special.
You’ll find more scenic routes like this in our Couples Escapes in Cornwall guide:
👉 https://hideawaystays.uk/couples-escapes
This is one of many peaceful places well suited to solo travellers.Discover more ideas in our Solo Escapes in Cornwall guide.
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Chats with Charmaine
This podcast is a way for me to express myself, as my husband will tell you, I have many thoughts, ideas and I suppose beliefs about how life could be better for us all, now and in the long run. How we as a species need to become more conscious so that all life on Earth can live in harmony, supporting and nourishing each other in turn.
I am open to podcast, topics of discussion and thoughts or questions that have been hounding you.
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Playing In Nature
This channel is a way for me to visually express myself, as my husband will tell you, I have many thoughts, ideas and I suppose beliefs about how life could be better for us all, now and in the long run. How we as a species need to become more conscious so that all life on Earth can live in harmony, supporting and nourishing each other in turn.
I am open to video ideas, topics of discussion and thoughts or questions that have been hounding you.
If you’re like us, there’s a yearning inside of you to connect with nature. You’re tired of life in the hamster wheel and you want to reclaim a little freedom.
To explore either by yourself or with the whole family. No matter where or how far away from home you may go; it does not matter.
Opening your heart up to nature is all that matter