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South West Coastal Path

The South West Coast Path is is one of the most scenic and spectacular long-distance walking routes in the country, stretching for 630 miles (1014 km) along the coast of south-west England, from Somerset in the north to Dorset in the east, and then along the coast of Devon and Cornwall in the west.

The path offers stunning views of rugged cliffs, hidden coves, sandy beaches, and picturesque villages. It passes through several Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, including the North Devon Coast, the Cornish Coast, and the South Devon Coast, as well as many famous landmarks and attractions, such as Land’s End, Lizard Point, and the Jurassic Coast.

The path is suitable for walkers of all levels of ability, with sections ranging from gentle strolls to more challenging hikes. There are also plenty of opportunities to stop off at pubs, cafes, and other amenities along the way.

However, it is important to be prepared for the weather, as the path can be exposed to strong winds and rain, particularly during the winter months. It is also recommended to plan ahead and book accommodation in advance, as the path can be busy during peak season.

Now if you thinking of walking it like myself I have broken down the route to manageable stages which would be suitable for myself and the average walker.

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51 Day Walking Itinerary – South West Coastal Path

StageStart PointDistance (Miles)Ascend (Feet)
1Minehead to Porlock Wier10.2 1519
2Porlock Wier to Lynmouth11.42008
3Lynmouth to Combe Martin13.32008
4Combe Martin to Woolacombe14.12703
5Woolacombe to Braunton151008
6Braunton to Instow14.3430
7Instow to Westward Ho8.1408
8Westward Ho to Clovelly11.32365
9Clovelly to Hartman Quay102037
10Hartman Quay to Bude14.33254
10Bude to Crackington Haven111958
11Crackington Haven to Tintagel11.22611
12Tintagel to Port Isaac8.82181
13Port Isaac to Padstow12.71774
14Padstow to Porthcothan13.31325
15Porthcothan to Newquay10.51456
16Newquay to Perranporth14.41341
17Perranporth to Portreah12.12089
18Portreah to Hayle11.91381
19Hayle to St Ives5.1541
20St Ives to Pendeen15.32008
21Pendeen to Lands End9.22008
22Lands End to Mousehole12.52034
23Mousehole to Marazion6.6226
24Marazion to Porthlevel10.71568
25Porthleven to Lizard141742
26Lizard to Coverack10.21742
27Coverack to Helford13.41545
28Helford to Falmouth101003
29Falmouth to Portloe13.51824
30Portloe to Meagissey12.32047
31Mavagissey to Par10.71666
32Par to Polperro142316
33Polperro to Portwrinkle13.22372
34Portwrinkle to Plymouth13.31578
35Plymouth to River Yeam Crossing16.21614
36River Yeam Crossing to Bigbury13.52132
37Bigbury to Salcombe12.71942
38Salcombe to Torcross9.71489
39Torcross to Dartmouth112493
40Dartmouth to Brixham12.71617
41Brixham to Babbacombe16.42218
42Babbacombe to Exmouth12.51620
43Exmouth to Sidmouth10.42230
44Sidmouth to Seaton15.12759
45Seaton to Seatown 15.12759
46Seatown to Abbotsbury11.91072
47Abbotsbury to Ferrybridge11.1679
48Ferrybridge to Ferrybridge13.21335
49Ferrybridge to Lulworth151917
50Luworth to Worth Mavers15.32008
51Worth Mavers to Haven Point16.42008

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