Walks in Devon
South West Coastal Path
Where else can you walk along 630 miles of such superb coastline? The heritage, wildlife, geology and scenery along the way are truly inspirational and every day walking it brings stunning new experiences.
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Combe Martin to Woolacombe
Difficulty: Challenging. This is a truly spectacularly wild and beautiful section of the South West Coast Path, which includes some easy cliff paths across farmland around Ilfracombe and Woolacombe and some more strenuous ascents, especially between Lee Bay and Morte Point. The area around Morte is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest for its beautiful maritime heathland and grasses.
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Lynton/Lynmouth to Combe Martin
Difficulty: Strenuous. This is part of R. D. Blackmore's Lorna Doone territory and the landscape is so extraordinary that legend has explained its origin as the acts of the Devil. From here there are some challenging climbs, including reaching the highest point of the South West Coast Path, and lovely views along beautiful stretches following the edge of the land, away from civilisation.
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Heddon Valley
A stunning wooded valley nestled in Exmoor National Park, Heddon Valley offers a beautiful walk down to Heddon's Mouth, where the river meets the sea. You can hire mobility scooters for part of the walk and local area too. With a dog-friendly restauraunt/pub, and National Trust shop and visitors' information centre, you can really make a day of it here.
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Heddon Valley
A stunning wooded valley nestled in Exmoor National Park, Heddon Valley offers a beautiful walk down to Heddon's Mouth, where the river meets the sea. You can hire mobility scooters for part of the walk and local area too. With a dog-friendly restauraunt/pub, and National Trust shop and visitors' information centre, you can really make a day of it here.
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Baggy Point Circular Walk
Difficulty: Easy. This short circular walk along the western flank of Baggy Point will reward you with far-reaching coastal, sea and farmland views. It's also an excellent place to see wild flowers and for a spot of bird-watching. The area is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its geological features.
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Baggy Point Circular Walk
Difficulty: Easy. This short circular walk along the western flank of Baggy Point will reward you with far-reaching coastal, sea and farmland views. It's also an excellent place to see wild flowers and for a spot of bird-watching. The area is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its geological features.
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Baggy Point Circular Walk
Difficulty: Easy. This short circular walk along the western flank of Baggy Point will reward you with far-reaching coastal, sea and farmland views. It's also an excellent place to see wild flowers and for a spot of bird-watching. The area is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its geological features.
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Hangman Hill
Difficulty: Challenging. An inspiring walk with far-reaching views over coast and hills. Listen out for warblers, as well as nesting seabirds on the cliffs and ravens on the hillside. Please note this walk includes steep, muddy paths that can be very slippery, with substantial ascent and descent.
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Hangman Hill
Difficulty: Challenging. An inspiring walk with far-reaching views over coast and hills. Listen out for warblers, as well as nesting seabirds on the cliffs and ravens on the hillside. Please note this walk includes steep, muddy paths that can be very slippery, with substantial ascent and descent.
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Hangman Hill
Difficulty: Challenging. An inspiring walk with far-reaching views over coast and hills. Listen out for warblers, as well as nesting seabirds on the cliffs and ravens on the hillside. Please note this walk includes steep, muddy paths that can be very slippery, with substantial ascent and descent.
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Tarka trail
From coast to countryside, the Tark Trail is perfect for seeing the hidden corners of North Devon. Whether you prefer to walk or cycle, you can pick up the trail at numerous points, taking in woodland, beach and river.
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Tarka trail
From coast to countryside, the Tark Trail is perfect for seeing the hidden corners of North Devon. Whether you prefer to walk or cycle, you can pick up the trail at numerous points, taking in woodland, beach and river.
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Tarka trail
From coast to countryside, the Tark Trail is perfect for seeing the hidden corners of North Devon. Whether you prefer to walk or cycle, you can pick up the trail at numerous points, taking in woodland, beach and river.
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Braunton Burrows
A fantastic walk for nature-lovers and hikers, Braunton Burrows is backed by the UNESCO Biosphere and offers a six-mile walk through an extensive dune system. Backing onto Saunton Sands Beach, it's the perfect place to explore the North Devon coast.
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Braunton Burrows
A fantastic walk for nature-lovers and hikers, Braunton Burrows is backed by the UNESCO Biosphere and offers a six-mile walk through an extensive dune system. Backing onto Saunton Sands Beach, it's the perfect place to explore the North Devon coast.
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Braunton Burrows
A fantastic walk for nature-lovers and hikers, Braunton Burrows is backed by the UNESCO Biosphere and offers a six-mile walk through an extensive dune system. Backing onto Saunton Sands Beach, it's the perfect place to explore the North Devon coast.
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