Devon

Coastal circular walk from Woodhuish

A National Trust ranger van parked at Man Sand beach — The countryside rangers taking care of Man Sands | © National Trust / Tim Bumby

A stroll down Woodhuish Lane to Man Sands Beach takes in the wetland area at Man Sands, which is a haven for birds. For a circular route you can follow the South West Coast Path to Scabbacombe Beach and finish off back at Woodhuish, a Victorian working farm complete with restored cider press.

Near to

Brownstone and Coleton Camp

Start point

Woodhuish Farm, grid reference SX913530

Trail information

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Difficulty*

Full trail

DistanceMiles: 3 (km: 4.8)

Duration1 hour

Dog friendly**

*Following a well maintained but naturally uneven coastal path which is steep in places. For further details, please see Terrain section.
**Dogs are welcome. For further details, please see section marked Facilities.

Address
Woodhuish Farm, Coleton Fishacre, Brownstone Road, Kingswear, TQ6 0EQ
Directions via Google Maps
On foot
South West Coast Path plus link paths from Kingswear, Hillhead and Brixham.
By bus
Regular Stageboach service from Kingswear to Brixham stopping off at the turnoff to Coleton Fishacre on B3205 and Hillhead Caravan Park. Bus stops are approximately two miles from Woodhuish.
By road
From Brixham or Kingswear follow signs to Coleton Fishacre from the B3205, but turn left towards Woodhuish Farm when signposted, before you reach Coleton Fishacre.
Total stages: 4
Total stages: 4
Start point
Woodhuish Farm, grid reference SX913530
Stage 1
Follow the path from the car park down Woodhuish Lane to Man Sands. Along this route you will pass a bird hide, which is the perfect place to stop and look out over Man Sands wetland area.
The wetland at Man Sands is a great place to birdwatch | © National Trust / Christine Mason
Stage 2
From Man Sands Beach, strike out on the coast path heading right, following signposts to Scabbacombe Beach (approximately 1.5 miles). Enjoy the spectacular views and note Staddon Shales and Meadfoot Slates rocks, which regularly 'slump' onto the beach.
You may see the Dartmoor ponies grazing along the South West Coast Path | © National Trust / Tim Bumby
Stage 3
From Scabbacobe Beach head inland, following signs for Scabbacombe car park. This secluded beach is a popular spot with nudist bathers and dog walkers. Take care if swimming here as the currents are strong – don't use inflatables.
Stage 4
Head back down Woodhuish Lane until you reach Woodhuish Farm, which completes your circular walk.
End point
Woodhuish Farm, grid reference SX913530
Trail map
Map of the Woodhuish circular walk | © Crown copyright and database rights 2013 Ordnance Survey
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Looking out to sea from the rocky coast at Froward Point, Brownstone and Coleton Camp, Devon

Trail

Brownstone to Froward Point circular walk

Spectacular coastal views, historical features and wildlife spotting, as well as the option to extend your walk to a hidden cove and another National Trust place.