Discover the South West Coast Path, England’s longest National Trail and one of the UK’s most iconic coastal walking routes. Spanning 630 miles (1,014 km) from Minehead in Somerset to Poole in Dorset via Land's End in Cornwall, this long-distance trail is a favourite among hikers for its rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, historic fishing villages and sweeping sea views. It is the ideal destination for a self-guided walking holiday.

The South West Coast Path has gained even more recognition in recent years thanks to The Salt Path, the bestselling memoir by Raynor Winn, and its recent film adaptation. Her journey along the trail has inspired thousands to explore this unforgettable route on foot. With Walkers’ Britain, you can follow in her footsteps — with the comfort of hand-picked accommodation, luggage transfers, detailed route notes and expert local support.

Our range of itineraries cover the most scenic and rewarding parts of the Cornwall section of the South West Coast Path, from Mevagissey to Plymouth, Padstow to St Ives, and other carefully selected stretches. We have been taking hikers to this area since the early 1990s! Benefit from from our experience to make the most of your South West Coast Path self-guided walking vacation.

Book your South West Coast Path walking holiday today and explore this beautiful corner of the UK with Walkers’ Britain — whether you're inspired by The Salt Path, seeking a coastal challenge, or simply looking to discover one of England’s most rewarding long-distance walking trails.

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Why travel with us

Personal Experience of South West Coast Path

We are passionate about the South West Coast Path and our team have been walking this trail for over 4 decades. We are passionate about the UK, active holidays and delivering exceptional service.

Great Value Trips on the South West Coast Path

Our active holidays along the South West Coast Path are well priced offering great value for money. Included in your package are comprehensive route notes, maps & guide books along with bag transfers and locally run accommodation. We take the stress out of organising your trip in England.

Local Knowledge of South West Coast Path

We place great emphasis on researching, planning and crafting innovative South West Coast Path itineraries to ensure you get the very best experience out of your trip.

Responsible travel

 

Reducing waste

Our Waste Management Policy encourages our travellers to take their own reusable water bottles, coffee cups and reusable stuff sacks to avoid single use plastics.

Supporting local

In the English regions that we travel through tourism is the main source of income for many local people. We support them by working with local family run accommodations and suppliers so that your money actually assists the community that hosts you.

Paddock to plate

The paddock to plate concept is one we encourage by choosing to work with accommodations that source produce from local farms. This provides you with fresher meals and ensures your money directly assists local economies.

Accommodation

Hotels

We handpick the best accommodation for hikers, comfort and close to the trail. Often family run, these charming hotels and inns range from 2 to 4 stars and keep tourism income local. The welcome is always warm!

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International Dialing Code

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Electricity

Electricity in The United Kingdom is 230 Volts, at 50 hertz. The most common pin type is G (UK – 3 prong).

Visas

Nationalities that are visa-exempt, such as Australian, Canadian, New Zealand and US Passport holders who are travelling to the UK on or after 8 January 2025, will need to apply for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA). For European passport holders this applies from 2 April 2025. The best way to do this is to download the app - UK ETA - from the App Store or Google Play. Ensure you download the correct app - it has a crown as its logo. There is also an option to apply online but this is not the preferred method. It costs £10 to apply. Everyone travelling needs to get an ETA, including babies and children. see https://www.walkersbritain.co.uk/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-uk-eta for further information.

Safety

Your safety is our number one concern. Our safety track record is exemplary thanks to careful management and thorough consultation with local partners. Our industry leading risk management procedures have become a skill that we continue to refine. Our leaders in the field are highly trained and have safety as their number one priority. Expert leaders, risk assessments, quality inclusions and your financial security all come standard when you travel with us. Please refer to our Travel Advisory page for updates on recent events, travel warnings and advice. We strongly recommend that all clients take out travel insurance at the time of booking to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. Insurance information is enclosed with your pre-departure information. Please contact us if you would like to obtain a quote for your trip duration. We suggest that you consult your doctor, local government inoculation centre or a travel medical specialist in order to get the most current advice regarding vaccination requirements. Money and valuables should always be stored safely when travelling. Keep your passport with you at all times and do not leave it in your main luggage. You will need it to change money and check into hotels. Where safety deposit boxes are available, we recommend that you use them. Keep jewellery and valuables to a minimum.