Walk - Brixham to Babbacombe
13.2 miles (21.2 km)
Brixham Babbacombe
Easy - Moderate
If you are expecting the walk through the English Riviera to be a trudge along pavements, you are in for a pleasant surprise. You may not actually spot any of the famous coral fossils of Hope’s Nose, but you cannot fail to notice the extraordinary geology along this stretch of coast. The Path passes around the limestone peninsula of Berry Head and wave cut platforms of red sandstone at Shoalstone into the thriving fishing port of Brixham where your walk begins. The hustle and bustle of Brixham’s port is soon left behind as you head through woodland and past some lovely beaches to emerge on the edge of Paignton.
The Path along Paignton and Torquay sea fronts is very easy as it runs along promenades, from which you can easily find refreshments and other distractions. From here on, views of the rich red Devon sandstone rocks towering above the sea draw you through the urban landscapes with a promise of exhilarating cliff walks ahead. Leaving bustling Torquay harbour behind, the Path becomes surprisingly rural and rugged, passing golden beaches and headlands on its way to the gardens of Babbacombe Downs.

The Clifton at Paignton

The Millbrook B&B
Excellent en-suite accommodation 800 metres from Torquay sea front, fabulous locally sourced breakfast, wi-fi & on-site parking, garden. Guest lounge and Conservatory.

The 25 Boutique B&B
Funky 5-star adult-only boutique B&B, (twice named “Best B&B in the World”) located in easy walking distance of the coast path, restaurants, tourist attractions & harbour

The Cleveland Bed and Breakfast

Garway Lodge Guest House

Rose Court Holiday Apartments
Rose Court are self contained holiday apartments set in a delightful Victorian villa 5 minutes from the South West Coastal Path

Coastguard Cottage

The Guardhouse Cafe

English Riviera Tourist Information Centre
Find all the information you need about accommodation, things to do and places to go to enjoy your visit to the English Riviera.