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Along with lovely weather comes not so lovely stuff like troublesome ticks, blood sucking horseflies and prickly plants such as brambles and thistles (where many of these little nasties like to hide). Below is some advice on what to look out for and how to prevent getting bitten or stung whilst out walking. 

We're delighted to announce we've reached the £10,000 mark as part of our community appeal to raise £40,000 by the end of October.  The money raised so far will be immediately allocated to installing 1,000 wooden steps needed on the Coast Path this summer.

We are delighted to announce that Cornwall self-catering specialist Beach Retreats have begun supporting the Association as sponsors. On the longest day of the year, 21^st June 2018, to celebrate our new partnership, they set the record for visiting the most Cornish beaches in one day - a rather creative challenge they took on to raise money for our '40 for 40' campaign.

Forthglade, the Devon based natural pet food maker, established in Winkleigh in 1971, has teamed up with the South West Coast Path Association to help protect one of the region’s favourite dog walking spots.

Treat your Dad to a special day out on the coast this Father’s Day with a walk along the South West Coast Path, followed by a good pub lunch with great sea views. There’s nothing quite like a good hike to spend some quality time together and create memories that will last a lifetime.

This week, Richard Walton is taking over from Mark Owen as the South West Coast Path National Trail Officer. Richard brings with him a wealth of experience in managing a wide range of countryside sites and public access, most recently in Bracknell Forest, but previously in Cornwall and North Devon. As National Trail Officer, Richard will be coordinating the upkeep of the Trail and developing improvement projects.

After almost 20 years of working on the South West Coast Path, Mark is stepping down from the role to focus on his other passion - looking after a wildlife friendly Dartmoor farm  producing high quality pasture fed beef and lamb.

To ensure a smooth handover, they have been working together for the past few weeks, meeting with many of the Association’s volunteers and the rangers working for the local authorities and National Trust who care for the path.

Below: Mark (left)  & Richard at Wembury