Top Things to do in South West England
The 10 Best Scenic Walking Areas in South West England, England
Discover the best top things to do in South West England, United Kingdom including Boscastle - South West Coast Path walk, South West Coast Path Walk- Mullion Cove to Lizard Point & Village, South West Coast Path Walk - Newquay's Twin Headlands from Newquay Station, South West Coast Path Walk - Ilfracombe and the Torrs, Padstow and Stepper Point Walk, South West Coast Path - Godrevy Head, Perranporth to St Agnes Clifftop Walk, Stoke Wood Alpacas, Beer to Branscombe South West Coast Walk, Stourhead House and Garden.
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1. Boscastle - South West Coast Path walk
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 493 reviews
This 3.6 mile moderate walk follows part of the South West Coast Path from Boscastle along the cliffs bordering the ancient fields of Forrabury, before heading inland through Minster Wood,and then along the Valency Valley. In 2004 these steep-sided valleys funnelled 440 million gallons of water through Boscastle village in 5 hours, causing devastating flooding.
Reviewed By KateW889 - Rugby, United Kingdom
Such steep hike for little legs, the views are stunning and if you're lucky enough to meet the Coastguard Lookout Manager at the Coastguards Lookout Tower then you're in for a treat as he told us about the local history, stunning views and breathtaking too. We saw some Cornish ponies too, we then walked through the Stiches to the Church. Really worth the hike up the Coastal path.
2. South West Coast Path Walk- Mullion Cove to Lizard Point & Village
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5.0 based on 171 reviews
This 7 mile moderate walk along the South West Coast Path is from the picturesque Mullion Cove, along the wild and exposed cliffs of the west coast of the Lizard Peninsula. Pass beautiful sheltered coves, including Kynance Cove, before reaching Lizard Point, the southernmost point of mainland Britain.
Reviewed By LBruton - Bristol, United Kingdom
Mullion cove is great for a days activity. Great for kayaking around the clear waters and rocky coves. Safe for swimming and jumping off the harbour walls on high tide. Small cafe available with nice ice creams. Great fun for all and safe for kids.
3. South West Coast Path Walk - Newquay's Twin Headlands from Newquay Station
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5.0 based on 90 reviews
A 5 mile walk around Newquay's fascinating shoreline on the South West Coast Path, taking in the long sandy beaches with their Atlantic breakers which make it one of Britain's surf capitals, as well as its rocky headlands with their spectacular views out over Newquay Bay. People have lived here since prehistoric times, and there are some fascinating historical features en route.
Reviewed By Steve_Lincs1 - Lincoln, United Kingdom
I’ve done several small sections of the oath. It’s well signposted, dramatic scenery is on offer everywhere. This is one of the best walks I’ve done. I’ll be back to do more.
4. South West Coast Path Walk - Ilfracombe and the Torrs
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5.0 based on 201 reviews
This 3.2 mile route on the South West Coast Path travels through a long wooded valley to The Torrs, a rugged area also known as 'The Seven Hills' with tremendous views across the Bristol Channel. Any walk around the town features steep gradients, but the magnificent cliff scenery towering above the picturesque harbour makes it worth the effort.
Reviewed By ScotonAlderney - St Anne, United Kingdom
A great walk from Combe Martin to ilfracombe. Many covered wooded paths if steep in places. Mouth watering views in the sunshine. Well worth doing if hard work in the sun. Widmouth definitely worth a visit ????????
5. Padstow and Stepper Point Walk
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5.0 based on 147 reviews
A 6 mile headland walk along the South West Coast Path giving far-reaching views over the mouth of the River Camel and the Doom Bar, where mermaids wait to lure sailors to disaster! Features include sandy beaches, secluded coves, holy wells, a daymark tower and some stunning rock formations.
Reviewed By 36olivec - Lytham St Anne's, United Kingdom
The sheer joy of walking part of the South West Coastal path from Padstow Harbour is just terrific...the sun is usually out, people smile and are happy and you have splendid views to gaze at...great stuff...
6. South West Coast Path - Godrevy Head
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5.0 based on 139 reviews
This short 0.6 mile walk on the South West Coast Path has great views across St Ives Bay, and out to the lighthouse on Godrevy Island just off shore. Children will love the long beach, as well as the island and the lighthouse and the tales of shipwrecks. A good walk in spring, when the coastal grasslands are full of wildflowers and fulmars nest noisily in the cliffs.
Reviewed By mikehowroyd75 - Leeds, United Kingdom
Fantastic site. Lovely staff on the car park who happily showed us how to use the garmin devices for the geocaching and the kids loved it..
7. Perranporth to St Agnes Clifftop Walk
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5.0 based on 121 reviews
Most of this 3.5 mile walk on the South West Coast Path from Perranporth is fairly level and provides excellent cliff top walking. From start to finish you can experience the mining heritage, as well as keeping your eye out for the birdlife and wild flowers. This walk is particularly good for dogs as it passes beaches and pubs where dogs are welcome.
Reviewed By Aphrodite225 - Perranporth, United Kingdom
Old Tin mine workings and an amazing view of the rugged Cornish Cliffs. It is also a place where there is the remains of the gun emplacment station that is left over from The Second World War. A really interesting place to visit.
8. Stoke Wood Alpacas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By harrisdl1
Steve and Sally were fantastic hosts during our family alpaca walking experience today (25 August 2020). We have spent the morning with all the alpacas and my girls loved it saying “it was the best experience ever!” Would highly recommend a visit to see the alpacas. The refreshments afterwards and homemade cakes capped off a perfect morning. It’s a thumbs up and five stars from us! ????????????????????.
9. Beer to Branscombe South West Coast Walk
10. Stourhead House and Garden
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4.5 based on 2,507 reviews
Stourhead includes a Palladian house and world-famous landscape garden. The garden is perhaps the most beautiful and magical of all the great landscape gardens, Stourhead is an 18th-century view of an Arcadian paradise. On a plateau of high ground Stourhead house was built and became home to generations of the Hoare family.
Reviewed By Jeff1903 - King's Lynn, United Kingdom
There is a mansion in the Palladian style, gardens and extensive grounds. Admission is a touch expensive, but the chances are that you are already a National Trust member, but if you are not, it's worth considering especially as it will also save you £4 parking charges. I thought the house was fascinating, but excessively adorned and it gives the impression that quantity was more important than quality when bringing back stuff from the Grand Tour. However there are some gems like a John Piper painting and a Fredrick Leighton portrait. The grounds are magnificent and you are forever coming across temples or follies among the specimen trees and other plants as you walk round the lake. Picnics seem popular and the ice house is the best preserved I can remember seeing. Add in the gardens, shop, café and gallery and there is enough to do here for a whole day. Bear in mind that there is a good deal of walking, much of it up and down steep paths, so it could be a challenge for some and either wait for good weather or bring your waterproofs.
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