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BeachWise launced to provide online advice for visitors

Published on: April 22, 2016, 11:57 a.m.

The Association has joined a partnership that has been formed to promote safe enjoyment of the South West’s beautiful beaches and clean bathing waters, with tips and advice for walkers.

South Hams Appeal Update

Published on: April 19, 2016, 2:24 p.m.

We are very happy to give this update on the work carried out as a direct result of the South Hams Appeal.

Undercliffs re-opened for Coast Path walkers

Published on: April 7, 2016, 2:38 p.m.

A popular stretch of the South West Coast Path has been reopened ahead of the main walking season, with a new route through Natural England’s Axmouth to Lyme Regis Undercliffs National Nature Reserve.

The pick of the best wildflower walks

Published on: March 18, 2016, 10:27 a.m.

Spring is the perfect time of year get out on to the South West Coast Path and see beautiful wild flowers in bloom. Here's our pick of the best...

Additional grant for storm damage repairs on the Coast Path

Published on: March 8, 2016, 2:57 p.m.

The South West Coast Path has been awarded an additional £130,000 from the Coastal Communities Fund for path improvements and repairs following severe storm damage in recent years...

Holywell is Top Dog for Walkies in the West

Published on: March 4, 2016, 11:15 a.m.

The North Cornwall coastline around Holywell has been chosen as the Top Dog Walk in the West in the annual South West Coast Path competition for dog lovers thanks to a black dog and its owner.

Royal Marine targets South West Coast Path record in Solo 630

Published on: Feb. 23, 2016, 3:06 p.m.

Plymouth Royal Marine Baz Gray, one of only two men to successfully re-enact Shackleton’s heroic voyage from Elephant Island to South Georgia, has set himself the challenge to complete the Coast Path in just 10 days.

Five of the best romantic walks for Valentine’s Day

Published on: Feb. 8, 2016, 10:58 a.m.

Whether it’s a gentle clifftop stroll at sunset with views across golden sands or a windswept wander through woodland, there are few walks in the world to rival the romance of the South West Coast Path.

Coast Path Captured in the Best Light

Published on: Feb. 8, 2016, 9:32 a.m.

A spectacular image of the cliffs at Burton Bradstock in Dorset taken by a keen local photographer has beaten hundreds of entrants to scoop the South West Coast Path’s annual photographic competition. 

Plan your adventures on the South West Coast Path with the Complete Guide

Published on: Jan. 25, 2016, 1:36 p.m.

The Complete Guide to walking the South West Coast Path has just been published by the South West Coast Path Association and includes all 630 miles of this stunning National Trail in a series of day walks