Walk - Bigbury on Sea to Salcombe
14.0 miles (22.5 km)
Bigbury-on-Sea Car Park - TQ7 4AZ Salcombe
Moderate - to strenuous.
Much of this stretch of the South West Coast Path is owned by The National Trust. There are spectacular views as the Path passes through fields above beautiful sandy coves, all part of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Your journey begins on a boat across the Avon to Bantham and from here the Path offers fairly easy walking past Thurlestone (watch out for golf balls!), until it begins to dip up and down to the sea on its way to the beautifully sheltered Hope Cove.
The following section from Hope to Salcombe is thought by many to be one of the most beautiful sections of the entire 630 miles of the South West Coast Path. Look out for kestrels and peregrine falcons around Bolt Tail and take a rest to look at the extraordinary mica schist rock formations around Soar Mill Cove. The Path is quite rugged and difficult in places, but becomes easier as you join the Courtney Walk and look down on the steep rocky slopes which lead down to the sea along the final stretch into Salcombe.

Shute Farm

Ocean Reach Holiday Homes
Luxury holiday homes with 360-degree coastal & countryside views. Pet friendly with enclosed garden. Owner managed.

Bolberry Farm Cottages
Half a mile from the South West Coast Path at Bolberry Down. Short breaks available. Dog friendly.
Brightham House Boutique B&B
Our award winning boutique B&B hotel in the vibrant and stunning holiday area of Salcombe, Devon. With 8 stunningly designed unique guest bedrooms.

Mount Folly Farm
Basic farm campsite located right on the Path. Showers, toilets, electric hook ups, camp fires and a field with a view. Ideal stopping point before crossing the River Avon.

Waverley B&B
Luxury B&B just 200yrds from the Coast Path 5 en-suite rooms, large choice of breakfast, 1-night stays welcome. Parking available

The Laurels
The Laurels , cosy double room with un-suite with Stunning views to Burgh Island on local path leading to coastal path at Toby's Point 1/2 mile

Salcombe Dairy Shop & Café, Salcombe
Our ice cream parlour and bean to bar chocolate factory is set in the beautiful coastal town of Salcombe. It’s an irresistible spot for walkers in need of sustenance.

Kingsbridge Information Centre
Walking the Coast Path? Call in for all you need including books, maps and our popular accommodation guide, bus & ferry times and much more!