South West Coast PathNational Trail

One of the best walks in the world, where else can you walk along 630 miles of such superb coastline? The heritage, wildlife, geology and scenery along the way are truly inspirational. It really is the walk of a lifetime.
The South West Coast Path is the longest of the 15 National Trails in England and Wales. You can find out all about the Trail including where to stay, ideas for days out and short walks and which guidebook to buy from the South West Coast Path website.
The South West Coast Path is perhaps the UK’s ultimate challenge for the long distance hiker - a 630 mile (1,014 Km) adventure around the coastline of England’s southwest peninsula.
You don’t have to walk it all at once though ! The National Trail offers everyone the opportunity explore some of the most inspiring and spectacular coastal walking anywhere in the world. On the South West Coast Path website you’ll find everything you need whether you’re planning to walk the whole path, or do as most people and just go out for the day.
You can find out about the other National trails, including the England Coast Path on the official National Trail website.
To buy the official guidebook and Trail merchandise visit the National Trail shop
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