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Walking Routes in South Devon

There’s nothing like heading out into the great outdoors and the great footpaths and walking trails that crisscross South Devon provide the perfect place to explore.

South Devon has some of the finest walks in Britain, with hundreds of miles of ancient tracks and coastal paths for you to enjoy. And with great accommodation found in every town and village throughout the region you’re not only right in the heart of the scenery, but you can literally walk out your door and start experiencing the wealth of heritage and culture without so much as turning a key in the ignition or buying a railway ticket.

Whilst walking in South Devon you can experience the contrast between the dramatic granite tors of Dartmoor against the shimmering seascapes on the coastal paths. Take a wander down a country lane and you will be slap-bang in the heart of some breathtaking scenery in just a few steps.

By joining one of the great heritage trails or guided walks available you can ensure you see the best of what we have to offer as well as learning about the history and landscape you see all around you. Walking is more popular with visitors to South Devon than ever, but don’t worry about crowds. With more miles of footpaths and roads than almost any other county in England there’s plenty of room for everyone.

South West Coast Path

If you’re looking for a really good walk, try Britain’s longest marked footpath, the South West Coast Path, it covers 630 miles of coast around the West Country and is guaranteed to give even the most determined rambler’s boots a good pounding. The section of path along the South Devon coast from Lyme Regis to Plymouth is one of the most picturesque and is well worth a visit as part of a holiday in South Devon.

Whether you plan to walk the entire South Devon coast or would just like to find a place to spot dolphins, basking sharks and coastal wildlife, the South West Coast Path gives you the chance to discover a huge range of natural and social history, as well as rocky headlands, hidden coves and sandy beaches all waiting to be discovered.

Large parts of the South West Coast Path take you through two Area's of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) and the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site combining stunning scenery, tranquillity and a great active day out that everyone can enjoy.

Below we’ve listed a range of walking routes and ideas to help you decide where to start.

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Exeter Red Coat Guided Tours

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Exeter Corn Exchange, Market Street, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1BW

Telephone
01392 265203

guidedtours@exeter.gov.uk

Exeter

Find out more about the city’s turbulent history on a free guided walking tour with the Red Coat Guides, running daily throughout the year.

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Culm Valley Cloth Trail

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Cullompton, Devon, EX15 1DJ

Cullompton

The river Culm flows from the Blackdown Hills into the Exe and out to sea through the ports of Exeter and Topsham. There is a long history of cloth and clothing production in settlements and mills using water power along the Culm, with some exports…

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Exeter Ship Canal

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No.4 Kings Wharf, The Quay, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4AN

Exeter

The Exeter Ship Canal first opened to shipping in 1566 and was the first canal to be built in Britain since Roman times. It was also the first canal in England to use the pound lock.

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The Timeless Coast - 7 Day South West Coast Path Trail

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Devon

Telephone
01752 896237

Explore the beautiful East Devon coastline with its precipitous cliffs, beaches packed with fossils, incredible eateries and coastal villages await you as you walk through time in this action packed area.

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Fire Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve

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Sidmouth, Devon

Telephone
01395 516551

Sidmouth

Fire Beacon Hill is an area of lowland heath, which offers you a birds eye view of the surrounding countryside.

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Two Castles Trail

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Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1HQ

Okehampton

The Two Castles Trail is a 24 mile waymarked walking route between Okehampton and Launceston Castles. Starting on the western side of Devon and finishing just inside Cornwall, the walk meanders through rolling countryside full of history.

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Cultural Trails: Bantham & Thurlestone Walk

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Take in the old haunts of Saxons and smugglers, lush coastline and glittering sea, then amble back through the green, green fields of South Devon.

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Ringmore and Bigbury

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TQ7 4AZ

South West Coast Path - Ringmore and Bigbury, Dog-friendly Walk
A walk that's relaxing and bracing. Beaches with a lovely lazy feel, refreshing open clifftops, the timelessly delightful village of Ringmore tucked away, and enough 'up-and-down' to…

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Geocaching

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Across South Devon

Geocaching is a great way to experience the great outdoors that surrounds you in South Devon at no cost making it the perfect activity to enjoy if you’re trying to save a few pennies. All you need is a smartphone or GPS and a little patience at…

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The City Wall Trail

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Exeter, Devon

Exeter

A superb self-guided tour. Pick up a free leaflet from Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets & discover the history of Exeter's City Wall.

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Kingston

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TG7 4QE

South West Coast Path - Kingston, Dog-friendly Walk
A hugely rewarding coast and estuary walk with peerless views from some of the most dramatic cliffs in the area. It ends with a huge vista of South Devon, and the welcoming sight of Kingston…

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Scabbacombe and Mill Bay

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TQ6 0EQ

South West Coast Path - Scabbacombe and Mill Bay, Dog-friendly Walk
A challenging but very rewarding walk, with stunning views along the coast and a fascinating journey through the remnants of a Second World War battery en route, as well as a…

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Sidmouth to Beer Coast

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Sidmouth, Devon

Sidmouth

The coast between Sidmouth and Beer reflects the unique ‘walk through time’ that can be experienced along the length of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, of which this is a part.

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Drake's Trail

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Tavistock to Plymouth, Devon

Tavistock to Plymouth

The Trail takes its name from numerous connections with the famous Elizabethan seafarer Sir Francis Drake and forms part of (NCN) Route 27, the ‘Devon Coast to Coast’.

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Heath and Valley Walk

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Newton Poppleford, Devon

Newton Poppleford

A pleasant walk starting from Newton Poppleford through quiet countryside with good views over the valley of the River Otter.

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Strete to Stoke Fleming

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TQ6 0RW

South West Coast Path - Strete to Stoke Fleming, Dog-friendly Walk
This stunning new section of Coast Path opened Easter 2005 and gives access to a spectacular section of coastline with great views over Start Bay, Slapton Ley, Blackpool Sands and…

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East Portlemouth to Gara Rock

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TQ8 8DX

South West Coast Path - East Portlemouth to Gara Rock, Dog-friendly Walk
Step out along the Coast Path, from the Salcombe Estuary and out to meet the wide open sea. Exhilarating scenery, and a wonderful way to get the wind in your sails.This walk…

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Okehampton Countryside Walks - West

Address

Okehampton Tourist Information Centre, 3 West Street, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1JZ

Telephone
01837 53020

Okehampton

The walks are in the area to the southwest of Okehampton - taking in spectacular views of the high moors, and of Meldon Reservoir and Viaduct.

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Exeter Woollen Trail

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Exeter Tourist Information Centre, Dixs Field, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1RQ

Telephone
01392 265700

tic@exeter.gov.uk

Exeter

A self-guided tour exploring the buildings and history of Exeter's woollen trade.

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The Nautical Trail - 7 Day South West Coast Path Trail

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Devon

Telephone
01752 896237

hello@southwestcoastpath.org.uk

Explore the beautiful South Devon coastline for high cliffs, estuaries, rolling countryside and a region steeped in maritime history with this 7 day walking trail along the South West Coast Path.

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Ludwell Valley Park Trail

Address

Exeter, Devon, EX2 6NF

Telephone
01392 262642

countryside@exeter.gov.uk

Exeter

A one and a half-mile route around Ludwell Valley Park

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