Walk - Abbotsham and Westward Ho!

5.3 miles (8.5 km)

Kipling Tors Car Park, Westward Ho! - EX39 1SY Kipling Tors Car Park, Westward Ho!

Moderate - Quiet country lanes, public footpath, green lane and coast path. Fairly even going underfoot with a few wet or muddy patches in damp weather.

Follow in the footsteps of authors Charles Kingsley and Rudyard Kipling and take in the spectacular views of the Westward Ho! coastline.

Have a look at our Top Dog Walks on the South West Coast Path for more dog friendly beaches and pubs.

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There are a range of wonderful places to lay your head near the Coast Path for a well-earned sleep. From large and luxurious hotels, to small and personable B&B's, as well as self-catering options and campsites. The businesses that support the Path, where you've chosen to visit, are listed here.

Moreton House

01237 425519

Self catering holiday apartments located within a stately home sleeping from 2 - 10 people. Group bookings available.

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Westacott Farm Camping

01237 472351/ 07900597047

Westacott Farm Camping backpacker £10 pppn - free hot showers to help ease those tired feet - fully equipped kitchen & laundry facilities

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Baker's Cottage

07783037863.

A relaxing, hideaway cottage in town with restaurants, pubs, shops & quayside nearby. Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms. Space on deck for bicycles. Luggage drop-off available.

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Marshford Camping

01237 477160

3 x budget pitches for couples/solo hikers on this small site with organic farm shop on-site.

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Peppercombe Bothy

0344 800 2070

Comfortably sleeping up to four guests, Peppercombe Bothy is a very basic stone dwelling benefiting from wonderful views to Bideford Bay and close proximity to the famous South West Coast Path.

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Moorview Enterprises

01237 473469

Moorview House B&B luxurious, private, in room breakfast in quiet gardens close to Tarka Trail

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You'll be spoilt for choice for where to eat and drink along the Path. With lots of local seasonal food on offer, fresh from the farm, field and waters. Try our local ales, ciders, wines and spirits, increasing in variety by the year, as you sit in a cosy pub, fine dining restaurant or chilled café on the beach. The businesses that support the Path, where you've chosen to visit, are listed here.

Pig and Olive

01237 488 056

Refuel with our award-winning contemporary Neapolitan-style Pizza. Grab a special to-go or linger in our casual dine-in area. We also serve fresh coffee and ice cream.

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Johns of Instow & Appledore

01271860310

Using our artisan delis as our larder, the Johns cafés offer unrivalled freshness & quality in our picturesque locations.

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The Glorious Oyster

07843278521

Award Winning Oyster Bar & Beach Cafe. Nestled behind the Sandhills of Instow, more than an oyster bar,enjoy their famous Glorious Fish Finger Sandwich. Full licensed.

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What is on your list of things to do when you visit the Path? From walking companies, to help you tailor your visit, with itineraries and experts to enhance your visit, to baggage transfer companies and visitor attractions there are lots to people and places to help you decide what you'd like to do. The businesses that support the Path, where you've chosen to visit, are listed here.