Top Things to do in South West England
What to do and see in South West England, England: The Best Valleys
Discover the best top things to do in South West England, United Kingdom including Rocky Valley, Heddon Valley, North Hill and Hawks Tor circular walk, Cotehele and Metherell circular walk, St Tudy to Wetherham circular walk, Rilla Mill and Plushabridge circular walk, Three Saints Way circular walk, St. Nectan's Glen, Wye Valley and Forest of Dean, Frome Valley Walkway.
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1. Rocky Valley
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5.0 based on 236 reviews
Reviewed By W6352MTkevins
We parked at the car park opposite the tea room, walked down the hill to just before the lay-by and followed the footpath sign. The walk is a little rocky and steep in places so bear in mind if walking is difficult. But it’s worth the effort. Along the stream, under trees, passed the old ruins of the mill / rock carvings and up/ down to the valley and sea. We came back going up to the top, and along the sea path to the parking. Views are spectacular.
2. Heddon Valley
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5.0 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By O8035DBannet - Barnstaple, United Kingdom
Beautiful walk down to the beach....it's how become National trust property.... Gutters inn is great for a drink and food to warm up at this time of year....
3. North Hill and Hawks Tor circular walk
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
A circular walk along prehistoric trade routes in the Lynher valley from the village of North Hill where the granite was quarried to build Westminster Bridge.
Reviewed By D3599DKmarks - Tonbridge, United Kingdom
My wife and I completed this walk today, during a break in the autumn high wind and heavy rain. There was plenty of evidence of both these forces of nature all around us L. We were treated to bright sunshine and far reaching views across to Dartmoor. Wellies are a must at the moment as the mud is very deep as you approach Hawk’s Tor on the path from the Kilmar Tor side. Beautiful autumn colours. It’s quite a climb up the Lynher valley onto the moor (we completed it clockwise) Well worth the effort.
4. Cotehele and Metherell circular walk
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
A circular walk in the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty via the quays, woods, engine house and mills of the Cotehele Estate and through the Danescombe Valley to Metherell. 3.9 miles. Steepness: moderate.
5. St Tudy to Wetherham circular walk
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
A circular countryside walk from the 15th century church at St Tudy through the grounds of the 18th century Manor of Wetherham, returning to the church alehouse where ale brewed by the church was sold to raise funds, and later became the village lock-up known as The Clink. 2.4 miles. Steepness: easy-moderate.
6. Rilla Mill and Plushabridge circular walk
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
A circular walk from Rilla Mill with views across Cornwall to the Cheesewring and Kit Hill, and along the River Lynher through the Colquite Woodland reserve and via medieval bridges to where the ancient mill stood until the 1960s and the leats can still be seen. 4.5 miles. Steepness: moderate-strenuous.
7. Three Saints Way circular walk
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
A circular walk around the tributary valleys of the River Ottery and Kensey between three of Cornwall's least-well-known mediaeval churches. 6 miles. Steepness: easy-moderate.
8. St. Nectan's Glen
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4.5 based on 1,375 reviews
Reviewed By sarahmP6746PQ - Stockbridge, United Kingdom
Beautiful hidden treasure! Fantastic walk to find a stunning waterfall absolutely loved it would highly recommend
9. Wye Valley and Forest of Dean
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4.5 based on 62 reviews
Welcome to the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley Area - the perfect all year round, all weather holiday destination! Discover a host of great activities and entertainment ... for adventure-seekers, we have mountain biking, cycle tracks, zip-wires, kayaking, for explorers there's a great range of attractions, from the magical Puzzlewood to caves and steam trains, and for something more relaxing, enjoy the Sculpture trail, our many walks, the spectacular views and our many castles, museums and cathedrals.
Reviewed By G3694NYbrianb - Dereham, United Kingdom
The wye valley and the Forest of Dean complement each other as places of great beauty a must be place to visit
10. Frome Valley Walkway
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