A muddy dogs dream walk

Muddy Rating: Moderate to Very

Walk Time: 15 minutes each way

Do you ever wonder about what dogs dream about when they start twitching and squeeking in their sleep.  Well my dreams are always about one place - Lowertown.  I love it there, it has everything a dog like me could want, plenty of mud and rivers for splashing and swimming in. 

Situated just outside of Helston, the walk takes you from Lowertown towards Helston, following along the River Cober. If you keep following the river it will take you off road (more or less) all the way to Loe Bar and the sea.  We just walk to Helston and back though.

To get to the river walk you must first cross some stepping stones.  I know this sounds potentially frightening, and trust me it took a few attempts to persuade me it was safe to cross, but once you get the hang of it the stepping stones are acually alot of fun. 

The thing I like best about this walk is the amount of water.  Because the River Cober had milling leats cut in beside it, there are in places several streams running side by side.  There's some minor evidence of the old water wheels if you know where to look but nothing of much interest.  This is a pretty walk under the trees beside or in the water, especially in spring when the blue bells are out, but I love it at any time of year!!

The worst thing about this walk is having to come home.  I never want to get back in the car and go home at Lowertown, and the inevitable towel dry is the final straw!!