England Coast Path – South West
From the Welsh Border to Southampton this dramatic stretch of coast is bound to impress
From the Welsh Border to Southampton this dramatic stretch of coast is bound to impress
Last Updated: Wednesday 6th January 2021. Important: All National Trail users need to ensure they are following the latest Government rules and guidance. The relevant links are provided below.
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Find useful facts and learn more about the England Coast Path in the South West below. Select the blue tabs below for more details.
The England Coast Path is a new walking route that will follow the entire coast of England. For the first time people will have the right of access around all our open coast. This includes – where appropriate – any land, other than the trail itself, which forms part of the Coastal Margin. The path is being opened in sections but will, when completed, be the longest coastal path in the world.
The England Coast Path has been created under new legislation. In parts it follows existing public rights of way, but many sections are completely new and use a new right of access. Because of this it has different rules to public rights of way. Please make sure you obey any on-site signage.
In most places you don’t have to stick to the path. Land to the seaward side of the trail, shaded pink on Ordnance Survey Maps is Coastal Margin. Much of this land has public access. Although you have the right to explore away from the path please use common sense – the England Coast Path includes land that is steep, unstable and not readily accessible. Just because the maps says you can go there doesn’t mean it is safe to do so.
There are route descriptions in the Further Information section of this website.
At the moment you can only walk some sections. The open sections are shown on the interactive map. As new sections open they will be added to the website maps. You can also see open sections and find out about progress on other sections on the gov.uk website.
In the South West, the following sections are open to the public (as of July 2019):
The England Coast will be the longest coastal walking route in the world when it is complete.
The England Coast Path is much more than just a path. It has been created under new legislation. It allows access to the coast including the cliff tops and the beach. Everything to the seaward side of the path is designated as Coastal Margin. This gives you the right to walk off the path. You can see where this land is – it is shaded pink on the 1:25,000 Ordnance Survey maps.
But, although the land is shaded pink, you don’t have the right to walk everywhere – the Coastal Margin includes land:
Visit our News Page for the latest interesting and exciting news on the England Coast Path National Trail
Take a look at our Events Calendar to find details of the enjoyable events that are taking place along the trail. If you want, you can even add your own events.
In some places the existing National Trail, or part of it, will become part of the England Coast Path as well, for example the South West Coast Path, Norfolk Coast Path and the coastal part of the Cleveland Way. In this case you will see signs on the ground for the existing Trail, but also some ‘part of the England Coast Path’ signs.
There are benefits to the existing National Trails becoming part of the England Coast Path as it makes it much quicker for the Trail managers to resolve any problems due to erosion. It also means that you are able to walk in the Coastal Margin.
You might find in some places the line of the existing National Trail is different to the line of the England Coast Path – in that case you can choose which one to take.
The England Coast Path in the South West will stretch from the Welsh Border near Chepstow all the way to Southampton. Taking you past seaside resorts, dramatic cliffs, sea caves and coves, sandy beaches and lighthouses it provides some of the best coastal views in the world. Much of it follows the existing South West Coast Path, which is fully open, other sections will open over the coming years.
Explore the England Coast Path for three days, a week or even longer. Find inspiration for your walking adventure using our suggested itineraries, or select one of our bookable itineraries which are highlighted with a star.
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110 KM
Heriol
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Enjoy a spectacular 8-day guided walk from Cape Cornwall, rounding the cliffs of Land’s End and finishing at Helford.
102 KM
Heriol
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An 8-day guided walk from magnificent Minehead and the Exmoor National Park to the wild cliffs of North Devon.
110 KM
Cymedrol
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This 7-day itinerary starts in Lyme Regis and includes some of England's most iconic natural wonders, such as Durdle Door.
101.5 KM
Cymedrol
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Follow in the footsteps of smugglers with 5 days of world-class walking along the stunning Cornish coastline.
90 KM
Cymedrol
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Explore stunning coastal landscapes, vibrant resort towns and small fishing villages on a 2-week trek from St Ives to Megavissey.
204 KM
Cymedrol
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Take in the entire coastline of the Exmoor National Park over 6 days, with breathtaking views across the Bristol Channel.
55.8 KM
Cymedrol
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Byddwch yn cael eich ailgyfeirio i’n partner archebu lle gallwch gael rhagor o wybodaeth am y deithlen y mae gennych ddiddordeb ynddi a gwneud ymholiad neu archeb.
Mae ein partneriaid archebu yn gweithredu yn y DU ac felly bydd eu gwefannau yn Saesneg; fodd bynnag, mae’n bosibl y byddant yn gallu siarad â chi mewn iaith arall, os bydd ei hangen arnoch. Holwch nhw’n uniongyrchol am hyn.
O’r pwynt hwn yn eich ymholiad, cyfrifoldeb ein partner archebu fydd gofalu am, a defnyddio’n iawn, unrhyw wybodaeth bersonol y byddwch chi’n ei rhoi iddyn nhw.
Gobeithio bod y wefan hon wedi eich helpu i ddod â chi’n nes at y Llwybrau Cenedlaethol. Gallwch hefyd gael y wybodaeth ddiweddaraf drwy fynd i’n tudalen Facebook.
Byddwch yn cael eich ailgyfeirio i’n partner archebu lle gallwch gael rhagor o wybodaeth am y deithlen y mae gennych ddiddordeb ynddi a gwneud ymholiad neu archeb.
Mae ein partneriaid archebu yn gweithredu yn y DU ac felly bydd eu gwefannau yn Saesneg; fodd bynnag, mae’n bosibl y byddant yn gallu siarad â chi mewn iaith arall, os bydd ei hangen arnoch. Holwch nhw’n uniongyrchol am hyn.
O’r pwynt hwn yn eich ymholiad, cyfrifoldeb ein partner archebu fydd gofalu am, a defnyddio’n iawn, unrhyw wybodaeth bersonol y byddwch chi’n ei rhoi iddyn nhw.
Gobeithio bod y wefan hon wedi eich helpu i ddod â chi’n nes at y Llwybrau Cenedlaethol. Gallwch hefyd gael y wybodaeth ddiweddaraf drwy fynd i’n tudalen Facebook.
Byddwch yn cael eich ailgyfeirio i’n partner archebu lle gallwch gael rhagor o wybodaeth am y deithlen y mae gennych ddiddordeb ynddi a gwneud ymholiad neu archeb.
Mae ein partneriaid archebu yn gweithredu yn y DU ac felly bydd eu gwefannau yn Saesneg; fodd bynnag, mae’n bosibl y byddant yn gallu siarad â chi mewn iaith arall, os bydd ei hangen arnoch. Holwch nhw’n uniongyrchol am hyn.
O’r pwynt hwn yn eich ymholiad, cyfrifoldeb ein partner archebu fydd gofalu am, a defnyddio’n iawn, unrhyw wybodaeth bersonol y byddwch chi’n ei rhoi iddyn nhw.
Gobeithio bod y wefan hon wedi eich helpu i ddod â chi’n nes at y Llwybrau Cenedlaethol. Gallwch hefyd gael y wybodaeth ddiweddaraf drwy fynd i’n tudalen Facebook.
Byddwch yn cael eich ailgyfeirio i’n partner archebu lle gallwch gael rhagor o wybodaeth am y deithlen y mae gennych ddiddordeb ynddi a gwneud ymholiad neu archeb.
Mae ein partneriaid archebu yn gweithredu yn y DU ac felly bydd eu gwefannau yn Saesneg; fodd bynnag, mae’n bosibl y byddant yn gallu siarad â chi mewn iaith arall, os bydd ei hangen arnoch. Holwch nhw’n uniongyrchol am hyn.
O’r pwynt hwn yn eich ymholiad, cyfrifoldeb ein partner archebu fydd gofalu am, a defnyddio’n iawn, unrhyw wybodaeth bersonol y byddwch chi’n ei rhoi iddyn nhw.
Gobeithio bod y wefan hon wedi eich helpu i ddod â chi’n nes at y Llwybrau Cenedlaethol. Gallwch hefyd gael y wybodaeth ddiweddaraf drwy fynd i’n tudalen Facebook.
Byddwch yn cael eich ailgyfeirio i’n partner archebu lle gallwch gael rhagor o wybodaeth am y deithlen y mae gennych ddiddordeb ynddi a gwneud ymholiad neu archeb.
Mae ein partneriaid archebu yn gweithredu yn y DU ac felly bydd eu gwefannau yn Saesneg; fodd bynnag, mae’n bosibl y byddant yn gallu siarad â chi mewn iaith arall, os bydd ei hangen arnoch. Holwch nhw’n uniongyrchol am hyn.
O’r pwynt hwn yn eich ymholiad, cyfrifoldeb ein partner archebu fydd gofalu am, a defnyddio’n iawn, unrhyw wybodaeth bersonol y byddwch chi’n ei rhoi iddyn nhw.
Gobeithio bod y wefan hon wedi eich helpu i ddod â chi’n nes at y Llwybrau Cenedlaethol. Gallwch hefyd gael y wybodaeth ddiweddaraf drwy fynd i’n tudalen Facebook.
Byddwch yn cael eich ailgyfeirio i’n partner archebu lle gallwch gael rhagor o wybodaeth am y deithlen y mae gennych ddiddordeb ynddi a gwneud ymholiad neu archeb.
Mae ein partneriaid archebu yn gweithredu yn y DU ac felly bydd eu gwefannau yn Saesneg; fodd bynnag, mae’n bosibl y byddant yn gallu siarad â chi mewn iaith arall, os bydd ei hangen arnoch. Holwch nhw’n uniongyrchol am hyn.
O’r pwynt hwn yn eich ymholiad, cyfrifoldeb ein partner archebu fydd gofalu am, a defnyddio’n iawn, unrhyw wybodaeth bersonol y byddwch chi’n ei rhoi iddyn nhw.
Gobeithio bod y wefan hon wedi eich helpu i ddod â chi’n nes at y Llwybrau Cenedlaethol. Gallwch hefyd gael y wybodaeth ddiweddaraf drwy fynd i’n tudalen Facebook.
Byddwch yn cael eich ailgyfeirio i’n partner archebu lle gallwch gael rhagor o wybodaeth am y deithlen y mae gennych ddiddordeb ynddi a gwneud ymholiad neu archeb.
Mae ein partneriaid archebu yn gweithredu yn y DU ac felly bydd eu gwefannau yn Saesneg; fodd bynnag, mae’n bosibl y byddant yn gallu siarad â chi mewn iaith arall, os bydd ei hangen arnoch. Holwch nhw’n uniongyrchol am hyn.
O’r pwynt hwn yn eich ymholiad, cyfrifoldeb ein partner archebu fydd gofalu am, a defnyddio’n iawn, unrhyw wybodaeth bersonol y byddwch chi’n ei rhoi iddyn nhw.
Gobeithio bod y wefan hon wedi eich helpu i ddod â chi’n nes at y Llwybrau Cenedlaethol. Gallwch hefyd gael y wybodaeth ddiweddaraf drwy fynd i’n tudalen Facebook.
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