Walk - Plymouth to River Yealm
15.0 miles (24.2 km)
Plymouth Wembury Point
Moderate - Easy to moderate
The first part of this journey follows the Waterfront Walkway along some of the vibrant, historic streets of the largest city on the South West Coast Path. The Path offers fantastic views over Plymouth Sound and has many extraordinary artistic features to look out for, all celebrating the rich history of this important city.
There is so much to see here (including a knitted breakfast, a porthole wall, a rhino and gold bullion) that it is not really possible to mention it all. You may like to get a copy of the guide to the Waterfront Walkway in advance, and perhaps also a copy of the Nautical Telegraph Code Book to help decode the messages set in pavements around the city!
From the blue pillar on Jennycliff, which marks the end of the Waterfront Walkway Path, the urban landscape is left behind as the Path enters part of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. After Andurn Point the Path offers easy walking close to the sea, past the old naval gunnery school of HMS Cambridge and on to Wembury with its incredibly diverse plant and animal life and fantastic views of the Great Mew Stone.
Plymouth City Council have produced a guide to the walk that can be downloaded from here.

Wembury Bay Bed and Breakfast
10 minutes walk from Wembury Beach. Choice of 3 rooms, a twin en suite, a twin room or double. Rooms are fitted with TV's and Tea/coffee facilities. Wi Fi, washing/drying available, packed lunches on request. Pub close by.

Mariners Guest House

Edgcumbe Guesthouse

The Duke of Cornwall Hotel
A stunning hotel set in the heart of Britain's Ocean City with 72 individually styled bedrooms, a cosy Lounge and fine dining restaurant.

The Edgcumbe Arms

Maker Camp
Escape at Maker Heights. 'Wild' camping campsite, popular cafe and arts & crafts studios on site.10 mins walk from beach, village/pub. Part of Rame Conservation Trust.

Shearwater B&B
Just 400 metres from the SWCP, this beautiful 4 bedroomed home offer a double and twin room and home-cooked breakfast. Panoramic views over the Bay

Crow's Nest
Fabulous Chalet , sleeps 2 situated on the coast path. Incredible views of Plymouth Sound and the distant hills of Dartmoor.

Wembury Camping
Small site with hot shower and real loo. Near shop and pub with sea views. Just off the path and 15 minutes from the Yealm Ferry.

Coombe House B&B
Beautifully renovated farmhouse, stunning sea views, ample carparking, 15 mins from the Path, 5 mins from Kingsand/Cawsand offering 4 pubs for dinner. Highly recommended on Trip Advisor.

Flapjackery Plymouth

The V.O.T
Just a stone’s throw from the Royal William Yard, The V.O.T perfectly combines old with new, fusing together historical structure and contemporary design. Serving tapas, snacks, drinks & Coffee. Holiday cottage accommodation next door.

Cliff Edge Cafe
Right on the SW Coast Path, we offer tasty home cooked food, using locally sourced produce supporting local businesses. We offer a warm welcome and excellent service to all our customers

Ocean Studios
Ocean Studios is Real Ideas’ hub of creative energy, with a stunning exhibition and café space, located in the stunning Royal William Yard, a stones' throw from the SWCP.

The Seaforts Cornwall
Seaforts is a campsite just off the coast path above Kingsand and Cawsand, we have our own onsite eatery that is also licenced.

The Cove, Cawsand
A homely little eatery, near the beach in sunny Cawsand, Cornwall. Serving Local Fish 'N' chips, Cornish pasties, gluten free menu and much more.

The View Bar Cafe Restaurant
Rest weary legs while enjoying panoramic ocean views, coffee and cake, world-class wine, or hearty dishes - your perfect stop on the South West Coast Path.

Hannah Wisdom Textiles
Textile artist creating original works by sewing on old sea charts of the South West Coast. Designs are also printed across a range of home and gift items.

Plymouth Tourist Information Centre

Cremyll Ferry - Operated by Plymouth Boat Trips
Loved for centuries by all who have travelled on her, the historic Cremyll Ferry provides a gateway to discover this beautiful part of the South West.

Helen Round Shop & Studio
Shop and studio making beautiful artisan gifts. Visit the studio; see how products are made and enjoy browsing the shop stocking a great range of locally made gift ideas.