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Local Walks

Shaldon to Labrador Bay

This walk is tucked away in a beautiful corner of South Devon. This 8 kilometer hike begins on the beach in Shaldon village overlooking the Teign Estuary and takes you all the way to Labrador Bay. Walk through the haunting Smuggler’s Tunnel, which is believed to have been used to transport goods to hide in nearby caves. Nowadays it serves as the main path to a beautiful and secluded sandy beach. As you climb the tree-lined coastal path 400 feet above sea level, your hard work will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the coastline. Unrelenting beauty and frequent rewards, this walk will delight any seaside lover or rambler!

Dawlish Station - Dawlish Town Trail

The walk starts and ends at Dawlish Railway Station and takes in both the development of Dawlish since the 1800s as well as the attractive Old Town. The route is generally flat and undemanding along pavements or tarmac footpaths. Where there are no pavements, any roads walked on are quiet and usually traffic free. Information obtained from the South West Coast Path Website

Teignmouth Seafront to Smugglers Lane

A walk along a stretch of the sea wall from Teignmouth to Smugglers Lane with a mile of stunning views from the Coast Path in each direction.

Information obtained from the South West Coast Path Website

Dawlish Warren Station - Nature Reserve

Enjoy an easy walk on paths around the Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve, an internationally important wildlife site. From the bird hide overlooking the mudflats it is possible to have up to 30 species of birds in view. Please exercise care around the Warren and check the excellent visitor centre for information.

Information obtained from the South West Coast Path Website

Teignmouth Seafront

A gentle flat walk along wide pavements on the traditional promenade at Teignmouth. Park at Eastcliffe Car Park (fee payable). Pass the pier (accessible to all) and view the village of Shaldon across the river mouth. (A Ferry to Shaldon welcomes passengers with dogs or pushchairs) There are plenty of seats along the whole of the walk. Toilets and refreshments are readily available.

Information obtained from the South West Coast Path Website

Explore Shaldon from Teignmouth

A walk from Teignmouth Station along a traditional promenade before crossing the River Teign by ferry. Visit the Smuggler’s Tunnel before wandering around the picture perfect riverside village of Shaldon. Apart from a brief walk up Ness Drive this walk keeps to flat pavements and paths. Check the ferry is operating before starting off on this walk.

Information obtained from the South West Coast Path Website

Dawlish and Dawlish Warren

This is an easy walk on level roads and paths, starting in Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve and taking in some wonderful views along the coast before passing some interesting buildings in this fascinating Regency resort. Part of the route travels along the sea wall; but if the weather is bad or the tide high, take the inland route on the other side of the railway line.

Information obtained from the South West Coast Path Website

Dawlish Warren Station - Cockwood

A walk along the Exe Valley trail to the harbour at Cockwood then a circular walk. Continue past marshland full of wildlife then climb up Cofton Hill for magnificent views of the Exe estuary. There has been a settlement in Cockwood since Norman times. Either return to Dawlish Warren Station or continue up the Exe Valley Trail to Starcross Station.

Information obtained from the South West Coast Path Website

Starcross - Orcombe Point

Take the ferry across to Exmouth and then travel above a red sandstone/mudstone coastline formed over 250 million years ago in a desert near the Equator. Walk through the sand dunes and check out the wildlife of the Maer Local Nature Reserve. Discover the famous Geoneedle at Orcombe Point.

Information obtained from the South West Coast Path Website

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