This Fourteenth in the series of South West Coast Path maps starts at Tregantle Fort before continuing to Rame Head, Cremyll, Plymouth, Wembury, and Bigbury-on-Sea. It provides a dynamic mix of coastal drama, historic landmarks, and estuarine beauty. The South West Coast Path National Trail footpath, tracing the edge of Whitsand Bay, sweeping around Plymouth Sound, and continuing east along the wild and rugged South Devon coast. Hill walks are particularly rewarding at Rame Head and around Wembury and Bigbury, where rolling headlands offer panoramic views across the English Channel. River walks along the Plym and Yealm rivers lead through wooded valleys and tidal creeks, often rich with wildlife and dotted with old mills and footbridges.
The region is steeped in military and maritime history. Tregantle Fort and Rame Head boast Napoleonic-era structures, while Plymouth's Royal Citadel and historic waterfront reveal centuries of naval heritage. At Cremyll, Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park offer formal gardens and woodland trails with stunning coastal vistas. Plymouth, a historic port city, also connects with former railway routes and viaducts, some repurposed as walking and cycling paths. Coastal features include sandy beaches, rocky coves, and the tidal causeway to Burgh Island at Bigbury-on-Sea. With its blend of seascapes, heritage sites, and natural beauty, this stretch of South West England is ideal for walkers of all kinds.
Each map in this series shows circular routes, Passport Stamping Point information and the official 52 Day Itinerary Stages.
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