Salcombe Regis cliffs, valleys and sea views circular walk
Starting at the ancient church in Salcombe Regis, this walk heads out along the coast taking in viewpoints west to Sidmouth and east to Weston Mouth and Branscombe. On a clear day, you can even see as far as Portland Bill in Dorset. On the way back, it passes through the historic market gardens of Weston Plats.
Total steps: 7
Total steps: 7
Start point
Car park at St Peter's Church, Salcombe Regis, grid ref SY148888
Step 1
From the church car park, turn left down the road towards Salcombe Mouth. At the waymark pointing to the beach, take the road to the left signed 'Combe Wood Farm and coast 3/4 mile'. Continue along this road past houses on the left and right. Go through the gate and take the left-hand path slanting up the hillside to the next signpost.
Step 2
Here, there's a choice of routes: the path straight on is narrow, steep and muddy in wet weather. The map route shows the easier path: take a sharp left turn here and follow the path to a junction. Turn right and walk down to the coast, passing the junction of the path that went straight on.
Step 3
Follow the path left along the coast, over Higher Dunscombe Cliff. Behind you is a view of Salcombe Mouth. Ahead, you'll come to a seat looking out over Weston Mouth – one of the best views on the East Devon coast. From here, follow the path left into Lincombe.
Step 4
At the signpost, take the right-hand path. It drops down a little then rises to the right and out onto Lower Dunscombe Cliff. There are various spots to look down over Weston Mouth and a small diversion to the right leads to another viewpoint with a seat. Please take care along this part of the route – after prolonged wet weather the path can become slippery.
Step 5
At the next signpost, take a sharp right and go down the steps and through the gate. Staying on the right-hand side of the field, continue down. Take care as this will be quite slippery when wet. On the right, just before the next signpost, is a notice board and a gate through to the Weston Plats.
Step 6
At the end of Dunscombe Cliff, take a sharp left back inland. Follow the path as it bears left through the coppice and eventually past the caravan park on your left.
Step 7
At the tarmac road – Dunscombe Manor – turn left and follow the road back to Salcombe Regis. Head down through the village to the church and your starting point at the car park.
End point
Car park at St Peter's Church, Salcombe Regis, grid ref SY148888
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