Walk - Sutton Harbour to Royal William Yard
3.7 miles (6.0 km)
The Harbour Car Park PL4 0DX Royal William Yard
Easy - The walk is, generally, on flat pavements and walkways. Be aware of traffic at various places.
Starting from the Harbour Car Park at Sutton Harbour, follow The Sutton Harbour Heritage Trail around the harbour to the historic Barbican where the Pilgrim fathers left for America. This easy walk then passes the Hoe with its great views across Plymouth Sound through to the magnificent Royal William Yard. All along the route are artworks which help bring the past alive.
To download our Access guides click for Sutton harbour to Royal William Yard, and for Royal William to Sutton harbour where you can find additional mapping and photographs showing gradients, path surfaces and other detailed information such as parking and toilet provision.

Edgcumbe Guesthouse

Mariners Guest House

Leonardo Hotel
The Leonardo Hotel Plymouth is a modern city hotel, located a five-minute walk from Plymouth’s historic harbour and close to cafes and restaurants. Hotel bar with food menu available.

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.

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.

New Wiggle Farmhouse
2 beautiful ensuite rooms set within a beautiful part of the Rame Peninsula with views out to Rame Head and across Plymouth Sound.

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

The Old Mill Cafe
Located right on Wembury beach. A National Trust building run by sisters Jemma and Jennifer. We provide light refreshments, locally roasted organic coffee, delicious pasties from local supplier and homemade sandwiches and soup to have in or takeaway.
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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.

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.