Sidmouth countryside
Gentle countryside walks and coastal hikes
Sidmouth countryside
Overview
Gentle countryside walks and coastal hikes
Above the bustling seaside town of Sidmouth is Salcombe Hill which has amazing views of the town and out across the Jurassic cliffs. Peak Hill sits to the west of Sidmouth, partially eroded resulting in a cliff face on the coast.
For the more adventurous, join the South West Coast Path and explore Salcombe Mouth, and the pretty but steep valleys of Lincombe and Dunscombe.
In Sidmouth you can take a stroll along the Byes, a pleasant riverside walk or visit the popular National Trust shop on Fore Street.
Peak Hill sits to the west of Sidmouth, look out for the carved stepping stones through the Trust – owned woodland and more great views.
Livestock may be grazing the cliffland, please keep dogs on a lead. If animals become curious and approach:
- Stay calm and do not run.
- Avoid getting between cows and calves.
- If walking with a dog let go of its lead and meet up with your dog further along the path.
- If animals are blocking the path, whistle, talk or clap which lets them know you are there and encourages them to move. If they are still blocking the way then it may be best to avoid passing them and find an alternative route.
- Telephone
- 01752346585
- southdevon@nationaltrust.org.uk
Sidmouth countryside
How to get here
- Address
- Salcombe Hill , Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 0NY
- By cycle
- See local cycle routes on the Sustrans website.
- Cycle route information
- On foot
- Follow the South West Coast Path waymarkers from Sidmouth town. 2 mile (3.2km) walk
- By train
- Axminster 8 miles (with bus service onto Sidmouth)
- By road
- From Exeter take M5 turning onto A3052 and head east, following the signs to Sidmouth. At Sidford Cross go straight up the hill, out of Sidmouth, at the top take the first right - after 2.5 miles Salcombe Hill car park is on your left (opposite Norman Lockyear Observatory).
- Parking: NT Car park at Salcombe Hill. Car parks in Sidmouth (not NT). Parking also available at the Donkey Sanctuary and Weston car park in Weston village. Peak Hill – Roadside parking and Mutter’s Moor EX10 0NW (not NT).
- SatNav:
- By bus
- The Axe Valley Mini-Travel service 899 runs between Seaton and Sidmouth. Alternatively from Exeter use the Stagecoach 52B service to Sidmouth. From Sidmouth, Salcombe Hill is a 2 mile (3.2km) walk.
Sidmouth countryside
Prices
Admission free
What is Gift Aid?
Most of our places run the Gift Aid on Entry scheme at their admission points.
Under this scheme, if you're not a member you have the choice of two entry tickets:
- Gift Aid Admission
- Standard Admission
If the place runs Gift Aid on Entry, we'll offer you a clear choice between the Gift Aid Admission prices and the Standard Admission prices at the admission point. It's entirely up to you which ticket you choose.
Gift Aid Admission includes a 10 per cent or more voluntary donation. Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
An extra £1 paid under the scheme can be worth over £3 to the National Trust as shown below:
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount paid by visitor | £11.00 | £10.00 |
| Tax refund from Government* | £2.75 | £0.00 |
| Total received by the National Trust | £13.75 | £10.00 |
*Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
Sidmouth countryside
Opening times
Monday 27 May
- Countryside Dawn to dusk
Tuesday 28 May
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Wednesday 29 May
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Thursday 30 May
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Friday 31 May
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Saturday 1 June
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Sunday 2 June
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Sidmouth countryside
Contact us
- Telephone
- 01752346585
- southdevon@nationaltrust.org.uk
- Address
- Salcombe Hill , Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 0NY