Walk - Babbacombe to Exmouth
14.4 miles (23.2 km)
Babbacombe Exmouth
Easy - Strenuous at first and then easy
A truly varied walk awaits as you set off from the hustle and bustle of Torbay and pass into a more rural, rugged landscape which then leads to more urban areas ahead. The twisting Path between Torquay and Shaldon has several tiring ascents and descents as it passes through open fields and high, thick woodland before easing on the descent to the mouth of the Teign.
After a short ferry crossing you can enjoy easy walking along Teignmouth’s promenade, which offers a rest after the more strenuous stretches earlier in the day. The Path follows part of the National Cycle Network on the way to Dawlish Warren, which includes some road walking. Train enthusiasts will particularly enjoy this section. Take time to look out for the wildlife of Dawlish Warren’s National Nature Reserve before taking the second ferry crossing of the day over the Exe Estuary to Exmouth, where you can find a good cafe or restaurant for a well deserved rest.

The Blenheim

Lynton House

The Croft Guest House
Coastguard Cottage

Aveland House

Langstone Cliff Hotel
64 room 3 Star hotel with wide range of facilities in 19 acres overlooking sea and Exe estuary. Perfectly situated as a base for walking the local sections of the South West Coast Path.

Garway Lodge Guest House

Morley Guest House

The Strand Cafe
Beachside cafe and bistro serving breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea. A perfect start, break or end to your lovely walk by the sea.

Salty Dog Kiosk
Relax in the sun where smugglers ran contraband off the beach into the night. Great coffee, proper scones & ice creams. 10am-4pm every day.