SWCP Journeys – The South West Coast Path

South West Coast Path: from Minehead to Plymouth in 24 Days

It’s well known that people travel from across the world to walk the South West Coast Path. Some seek a physical challenge, others the peace that comes from time in nature, while many simply enjoy good company on the trail. This guest blog is written by Francesco, an Italian hiker who last year swapped the Alps for the dramatic cliffs of the Coast Path. Walking from Minehead to Plymouth, he captured his experience in a trail diary we’re thrilled to share.

The South West Coast Path to fun, friendship and fitness

Do your New Year resolutions include tackling the South West Coast Path this year? To help you get started, whether it’s to walk a few steps or the full 630 miles, Coast Path Connectors’ volunteer Jane Leigh explains how she set out on the Path, and what keeps her walking.

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National Grief Awareness Week

To mark National Grief Awareness Week, we are sharing the very personal journey of Phil Brown, a member of the South West Coast Path Association who recently walked the full 630 miles in memory of his wife Anna. This is Phil’s story, in his own words, of his memorable walk.

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Bude to Crackington Haven: Adventures on the South West Coast Path

We are delighted to welcome Andrea Mead as one of our guest writers. Andrea is currently on a mission to complete the Cornwall section of the SWCP and has written about the challenging Bude to Crackington Haven section, in a piece that makes you feel like you’re there too! For those that have walked this part, or for those that would like to, you’ll read this and get a vivid sense of what this walk entails.

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Transformative Journeys on the South West Coast Path – Rose and Dennis’ Story

Walking the South West Coast Path isn’t just about miles. Transformative Journeys is our new blog series sharing real, powerful, and life-changing stories from people whose lives have been enriched by walking this iconic trail. Our next story follows one couple’s unforgettable seven-year journey along the Path and the challenges they faced along the way. From blazing heat to heart surgery, the Coast Path becomes their shared purpose, facing each mile with incredible resilience and determination.

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Transformative Journeys on the South West Coast Path – Glynis’ Story

Transformative Journeys is our blog series sharing real, powerful and life-changing stories from people whose lives have been enriched by walking this iconic trail. Our next story began with the discovery of a hidden diary from the 1990s written by Glynis’ late father. What started as a personal tribute became a journey of reconnection, discovery and transformation. Over 53 days spread across seven years, Glynis retraced the route and found along the way a renewed sense of purpose, passion and belonging.