Update: We did it!
Cornish Coast Path Challenge complete
We’re absolutely thrilled to share that the Cornish Coast Path Challenge is officially complete and we smashed both our targets! Over ten days, Team Harland collectively covered 304 miles (beating our 285-mile goal) and raised £2,030 for Cornwall Mind. A huge thank you to everyone who took part, sponsored, or supported us along the way. From rain-soaked walks to blistered feet, every mile made a difference, and your enthusiasm helped us reach (and surpass) our fundraising target for our Charity of the Year. The team at Cornwall Mind are over the moon with the result, and we couldn’t be prouder of what we achieved together.
From Friday 3 to Sunday 12 October 2025, we’re stepping away from our desks and onto the spectacular South West Coast Path for the Cornish Coast Path Challenge, and you’re invited to join us!
Across ten days, we’ll collectively cover the 285-mile Cornish stretch, split into 25 bite-sized sections, while raising at least £2,000 for Cornwall Mind and marking World Mental Health Day on Friday 10 October. You don’t have to do it all, simply choose a section (or a few), bring a friend or the family, and walk it in a way that works for you.
This isn’t a race. It’s a chance to boost your own mental wellbeing while raising vital funds and awareness for Cornwall Mind. Lace up for a steady coastal walk, clear the noise and talk things through. Every mile helps, one energising step at a time.
Why walking and talking beats business burnout
Business owners rarely hit pause. A coastal stroll can do more than another espresso: it lowers stress, clears your head and turns casual chat into real support.
• Eases stress: steady strides calm the nervous system
• Sparks ideas: new views prompt fresh thinking
• Builds connection: side-by-side talk feels natural
If you usually power through in silence, this challenge is a simple way to move, talk and feel better in one go. For more straight-talking self-care, visit our mental health support for business owners hub.
How the challenge works
Pick one section or several, stride out solo or buddy up with friends or family… whatever suits your legs and diary. Every mile supports Cornwall Mind, our Charity of the Year.
We’ll add a little fun with prizes for:
• Most miles walked (please log via your preferred app such as Strava or Apple Fitness and email us a screen shot)
• Most sponsorship raised (please set up your own JustGiving page via our event page)
• Best selfie along the route (email us or share on Instagram or Facebook using #CornishCoastPathChallenge
The rules:
• £20 suggested entry fee: Please donate via our JustGiving page
• Pick your section: Email to let us know
• Document your miles: Log your distance with an app (e.g. Strava or Apple Fitness) and email us a screen shot.
• Plan your logistics: Most sections are A-B, so consider car sharing or public transport for the return
• You take part at your own risk: Harland Accountants are not responsible for personal safety or belongings
• Spread the word: Take plenty of photos and share your fundraising on social media using #CornishCoastPathChallenge and tagging @CornwallMind; invite others to join, the more the merrier!
• Shake a bucket or share a link: Fundraise as you go, online or in person; create your own JustGiving page via our event page
The 25 sections at a glance
Our official breakdown means no mile is left uncovered. Need a map? The South West Coast Path Association has downloadable section guides and safety tips:
1. Bude – Crackington Haven 10 mi
2. Crackington Haven > Tintagel 11 mi
3. Tintagel – Port Isaac 9 mi
4. Port Isaac – Padstow 12 mi
5. Padstow – Porthcothan 13 mi
6. Porthcothan – Newquay 11 mi
7. Newquay – Perranporth 11 mi
8. Perranporth – Portreath 12 mi
9. Portreath – Hayle 12 mi
10. Hayle – St Ives 6 mi
11. St Ives – Pendeen 14 mi
12. Pendeen – Sennen 9 mi
13. Sennen – Lamorna 12 mi
14. Lamorna – Marazion 9 mi
15. Marazion – Porthleven 11 mi
16. Porthleven – Lizard 13 mi
17. Lizard – Coverack 11 mi
18. Coverack – Helford 13 mi
19. Helford – Falmouth 10 mi
20. Falmouth – Portloe 14 mi
21. Portloe – Mevagissey 12 mi
22. Mevagissey – Par 12 mi
23. Par – Polperro 13 mi
24. Polperro – Portwrinkle 12 mi
25. Portwrinkle – Cremyll 13 mi
Ways you can support
Sponsor our walkers
Support Cornwall Mind and donate via JustGiving.
Get walking
Pick your sections then email us to let us know.
Spread the word
#CornishCoastPathChallenge @CornwallMind @HarlandAccountants
Ready to lace up?
If you fancy a dose of fresh air, meaningful chat and the glow of supporting local mental health, email us and tell us which stretch of the coast is calling your name. Prefer to cheer from your desk? Sponsor our walkers and know you’ve helped keep minds well across Cornwall.
