Walk - Buck's Mills & Peppercombe Castle
4.7 miles (7.5 km)
Bucks Mills Car Park - EX39 5DY Bucks Mills Car Park
Moderate - Coastal and inland paths and tracks, quiet roads. Some of the paths are rocky and may be slippery, and there is a lot of ascent and descent, some of it steep, with steps and stiles.
A high coastal walk through ancient woodland teeming with wildlife, with glimpses of stunning sea views through the trees and optional steep descents to two remote sand-and-shingle beaches. The village of Buck's Mills dates back to Saxon times, and it has a colourful history; while at Peppercombe the prehistoric cliff fort was superseded by a Victorian castle that was abandoned when it looked as though it might fall into the sea. Detour halfway around to visit the thatched thirteenth-century Hoops Inn, one of three coaching inns where horses were changed en route from North Devon into Cornwall.
Dogs are welcome at The Hoops Inn. Have a look at our Top Dog Walks on the South West Coast Path for more dog-friendly beaches and pubs.

Higher Waytown Farm
Basic, quiet, back-to-nature camping across 13 acres of wildflower meadows on a hill above Bucks Mills. Flush toilet, water and device charging. No shower.

Peppercombe Bothy
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.

Westacott Farm Camping

Moreton House

Harbour View Cottage

The New Inn, Clovelly
A historic pub half-way down Clovelly's world-famous cobbled street. Offering comfortable accommodation, home-cooked food, and a great range of locally-sourced drinks.

The Old Smithy B&B
Walkers are welcomed into our friendly, family run B & B. All rooms are en-suite. Enjoy a relaxing night’s sleep & home cooked breakfast prior to continuing your walk.

Slerra Hill Bed and Breakfast
Home from home accommodation perfectly situated for those walking the SWCP. Situated above the unique village of Clovelly walkers are assured of a warm welcome.

Baker's Cottage
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.

The Waterfront Inn
The Waterfront Inn B & B is perfectly located in the heart of Westward Ho! just steps away from the golden sands of the beach

Red Lion Hotel
18th Century Inn on the Harbour. Locally caught fish from the Bay including Lobster. 3 Dog-friendly rooms. Single Nights Stays Welcome

Pig and Olive
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.

Old Pound Smithy
Blacksmith Courses in an off-grid traditional smithy, tailored entirely towards providing the ultimate blacksmithing experience, using original 19th Century bellows.