South west coast path walking holidays in england and. The south west coast path is britains longest national trail. Map of part of the southern section of the 630 mile 1014km south west coast path national trail. South west coast path information national trail breaks. It stretches for 630 miles 1,014 km, running from minehead in somerset, along the coasts of devon and cornwall, to poole harbour in dorset. We are the charity looking after the uks longest and best loved national trail. South west coast path map 3 plymouth to poole harbour. The south west coast path map booklet minehead to st ives isbn 9781852849368 and the south west coast path map booklet st ives to plymouth isbn 9781852849375, cover the rest of the route. Allinone hiking route guide, maps and accommodations for the 217mile footpath that runs around the entire coastline of south devon and dorset. Walking along the final stretch of the south cornwall coast path is mainly fairly easy, although there are some short, steep ascents and descents in places. Get free shipping on south west coast path map booklet vol 3. Head to the delightful clavells restaurant in the picture box village of kimmeridge for refreshments on your walk. The reverse guide is produced by the staff and volunteers of the south west coast path association.
Read facts about the trail and watch the trail video. Much of the coast path is rugged terrain so you will take longer than you might expect. It snakes, dips and rises continuously on its way through a staggering 1014km 630 miles of pristine coastline, 450 miles of which is through nationally protected areas. An epic discovery of the south west of england along its wild coastline 630 miles, 1 month minimum the south west coast path dwarfs all long distance paths except the lands end to john ogroats end to end classic. The south west coast path is one of the 16 national trails. The route throughout the map book was generated by gps while walking the coast path. Plymouth to poole by paddy dillon, 9781852849627, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The south west coast path national trail is one of the top walks to be found anywhere in the world. South west coast path map booklet vol 2, paddy dillon. This section of the south west coast path is best known for its dramatic cliffs, iconic landmarks, picturesque coastal villages, and bustling trade towns and harbours. Running from minehead in somerset to poole in dorset, the longest of englands national trails has a. It is a useful companion to the complete guide to the south west coast path.
These are part of walk the trails long distance challenge itineraries. Welcome to the home of the south west coast path association. South west coast path plymouth to poole paddy dillon. The map booklets accompany the cicerone guidebook the south west coast path, which describes the full national trail in 45 stages, with lots of other practical information and local points of interest. The map booklet accompanies the cicerone guidebook the south west coast path, which describes the full national trail in 45 stages, with lots of other practical information and local points of interest. Plymouth s waterfront walkway includes a mix of art works to explain much of plymouth s history and heritage and makes up 9. It is conveniently sized for slipping into a jacket pocket or top of a rucksack and comes in a clear. South west coast path map booklet st ives to plymouth. Find out about the trail and use the interactive map to explore accommodation, services and attractions on the route. This is one of three map books designed to be used alongside the south west coast path guidebook. Weymouth to poole holiday south west coast path self. From weymouth to poole shorter daily distances the daily mileages of this itinerary are less than standard giving you a great chance to explore the villages you come across, stop and take photographs or just spend time sitting on beaches or cliffs.
This south west coast path distance calculator is designed to help you plan your walk just enter your start and finish point to find out the distance you will be walking. Portwrinkle to plymouth walk south west coast path. Sw coast path paperback common by author henry stedman, by author joel newton on. This guide covers the third and last section of the south west coast path, from plymouth to poole harbour 217 miles. The sheer variety of coastal scenery coupled with the unique history and culture make it a world class pinnacle of walking, one recognised by the likes of the lonely planet guidebooks who list the south west coast path in its top ten walks, up there with the likes of himalayan trekking and the inca trail in peru.
This convenient and compact booklet of ordnance survey 1. Walking the south west coast path map booklet vol 2. Walking the south west coast path map booklet vol 3. The path originated as a route for the coastguards patrolling the south west peninsula looking out for smugglers. The map booklet accompanies a cicerone guidebook the south west coast path which describes the full national trail in 45 stages, with lots of other practical information and local points of interest. The south west coast path is englands longest waymarked longdistance footpath and a national trail. Stretching 630 miles from minehead in somerset, via padstow, st ives, newquay, falmouth, plymouth and exeter to poole in dorset it is a walk that should be on every walkers bucket list. Added to this is the bonus of some of the most scenic villages in the uk. Its lovely new design will direct you around the whole 630 miles of coast path from south haven point poole harbour to minehead somerset.
Falmouth to plymouth south west coast path walking. Most people walk between 1 and 4 miles an hour on the coast path. Theres a fine menu and a nice outdoor seating area to relax in during the summer months. Comprar walking the south west coast path map booklet vol 3. About the author paddy dillon is a prolific outdoor writer with over 70 guidebooks to his name, and contributions to 30 other publications. The south west coast path is britains longest national trail, stretching some 630 miles 1014km between minehead in somerset and poole in dorset. Rather than buying a potentially unwieldy ordnance survey map or possibly several at a larger scale, you might be better advised to get hold of a guide to the southwest coast path, which contains the relevant o. And, with our new online account tools, you can plan and track your progress to that next vacation. Plymouth to falmouth walks along the south west coast path. The 630 miles winds its way from poole harbour, along. Covers the trail from plymouth to poole along the coastline of devon and dorset.
South west coast path north national trail map booklet. Buy south west coast path map booklet plymouth to poole. Choose and book a national trail break or be inspired by our suggested itineraries. Walking the south west coast path map booklet, volume 3. South west coast path map booklet vol 2 st ives to plymouth. Covers the trail from st ives to plymouth along the west cornwall and devon coastline. The south west coast path is englands longest waymarked longdistance footpath and a. Plymouth to poole south west coast path walk the trail. South west coast path walking holidays lyme regis to poole. Exmoor, runs south without loosing the sea out of sight, and ends in poole, dorset. South west coast path 3 plymouth to poole cicerone map. Varied and spectacular scenery which shows how beautiful the south west is.
Part 3 of the south west coast path, a 630mile national trail from minehead to poole. South west coast path map south plymouth to poole cicerone. From plymouth to poole the south west coast path forms part of the route of the e9 european coastal. South west coast path walking tours walking holiday uk. South west coast path national trail plymouth 2020 all. Two separate booklets cover the rest of the route, from minehead to st ives and from plymouth to poole. Here you may take the seaward permissive path or if the red flags are flying you will need to take the route that follows the b3247. It is conveniently sized for slipping into a jacket pocket or top of a rucksack and comes in a clear pvc. The heritage, wildlife, geology and scenery along the way are truly inspirational and every day walking it brings stunning new experiences. This beautiful route includes 95 miles within englands only natural world heritage site, the jurassic coast, and passes dramatic cliffs and headlands, chesil banks impressive spit and lulworth cove, winding through idyllic seaside villages such as beer and lyme regis. We believe everyone should have access to south west coast path as a place to connect to nature, relax, exercise and take time away from the stresses of daily life. Comprar walking the south west coast path map booklet vol 2. Do not underestimate the walk although no great height is attained, the rollercoster nature of the track, as it goes from.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Stretching 630 miles from minehead in somerset, including destinations like padstow and st ives, newquay, falmouth, plymouth to brixham, exeter and lyme regis to poole in dorset. The south west coast path is britains longest waymarked longdistance footpath and a national trail. Two separate booklets cover the rest of the route, from minehead to st. South west coast path map booklet minehead to st ives. Where else can you walk along 630 miles of such superb coastline. The south west coast path map booklet minehead to st ives isbn 9781852849368 and the south west coast path map booklet plymouth to poole isbn 9781852849627, cover the rest of the route. The south west coast path national trail also known as the swcp is one of englands national treasures. Route map southwest airlines book flights, airline. South west coast path map 3 plymouth to poole harbour national trail map. South west coast path map 3 plymouth to poole harbour national trail.
The south west coast path national trail is one of englands national treasures. The south dorset ridgeway is part of the south west coast path national trail and was the original route to be designated the longer coastal route around portland was only added in 2003. It runs for 630 miles from minehead somerset to south haven point poole dorset. The south west coast path is the uks longest national trail and one of the top ten walking routes in the world. The trail begins in the pearl of the dorset coast, lyme regis, and ventures east along the cliffs for spectacular panoramic views. South west coast path map booklet plymouth to poole. The south west coast path swcp is a 630mile national trail which runs from minehead in somerset to poole harbour in dorset plymouth s waterfront walkway. Amazing clifftop walking along, probably, the most beautiful coast in europe.
It takes in a national park, 5 areas of outstanding natural beauty, national heritage coasts and a unesco world heritage site. Because it rises and falls with every river mouth, it is also one of the more challenging trails. South west coast path national trail map booklet showing part of southern section of route from plymouth to poole on os 1. This guide to the coast path from bude to plymouth covers the second section, cornwall of. The final section of the path was designated as a national trail in 1978. The south west coast path is a 630 mile 1,014 km journey along the coastline of. The path passes a military firing range at tregantle fort. Providing an inland option or a circular route if combined with the coast, it runs from west bexington to osmington mills, decreasing the total distance from. Accompanied by an experienced guide, enjoy an 8day hike from the city of plymouth to brixham. Exmouth to poole aurum buy from the national trails shop.
770 709 1465 1437 697 77 615 1142 693 462 6 376 452 1319 500 1510 1561 749 1062 1332 1279 1502 514 844 1182 2 1289 817 1109 421 705 96 1520 1495 611 1306 388 556 996 876 112 621